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 Invasive, tree-killing emerald ash borer confirmed in Fargo
The Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect responsible for killing millions of trees across the country, has been spotted in Fargo for the first time. In preparation, city officials have been diversifying the kinds of trees planted in the city. They also hope the recent bitter cold temperatures may slow the insects’ spread.
Some Pelican Rapids residents want their mayor to do more about ICE. He says it's not his job
Some residents of the west-central city of Pelican Rapids are calling on their mayor to do more to support and protect immigrants and BIPOC people in their community, as they feel threatened by the federal immigration crackdown in the state. But the mayor says that’s not his job.
DOJ has opened a federal civil rights probe into the death of Alex Pretti, deputy AG says
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department has opened a federal civil rights investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, the Minneapolis resident killed by Border Patrol officers. The Department of Homeland Security also said Friday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation will lead the federal probe.
75 years young, Michael Koppy becomes oldest runner to finish the Arrowhead Ultra 135
Michael Koppy finished the 135-mile bike, ski and foot race on a desolate trail across northern Minnesota in just under 60 hours, becoming the oldest competitor ever to finish the race on foot. 
New St. Cloud State president aims to attract, retain more students
A few weeks into his new role, Gregory Tomso said he wants the university to be a more vibrant campus that’s more alluring to students and better connected to the larger community and workforce.
Hundreds gather to honor Alex Pretti at Minneapolis vigil
Hundreds gathered for a vigil in Minneapolis to honor ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was killed by federal agents in Minneapolis last weekend.
New machine helps St. Paul patch its 'pothole pains'
This winter's extreme temperatures and freeze-thaw cycle have made potholes in St. Paul particularly bad. This year, the city is using a new asphalt recycling machine to help make hole patches faster and more durable.
Annual count of homeless people in Fargo-Moorhead is underway, Wednesday and Thursday
Across Minnesota, nonprofits that provide support and services to people who are unhoused are teaming up with local governments to count the number of homeless people living in various regions of the state. In the Fargo-Moorhead area, teams led by the Fargo Moorhead Coalition to End Homelessness will be fanning out Thursday to look for people who are living in their cars, in tents, under bridges and in outbuildings such as sheds and fish houses.