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A tough shipping season ends with Duluth’s Twin Ports facing stiff economic headwinds
Shipments of iron ore plummeted in the Twin Ports of Duluth and Superior this year, and closures were announced of key grain and coal terminals as port officials work to find new cargoes. 
Mille Lacs Band leadership discusses tribal affairs, ICE concerns at annual event
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe held its 42nd annual State of the Band address on Tuesday in Onamia. Virgil Wind, chief executive of the band, shares education gains, constitutional plans, and concerns over ICE operations.
Minnesota sober house for veterans with PTSD is turning lives around
Bravo Zulu House, which is specifically for veterans with post-traumatic stress and substance use disorders in the country, opened last spring in rural Winnebago in southern Minnesota. Hunter Priest is a combat veteran who now lives in Bravo Zulu.
Minnesota appealing feds’ move to withhold $2B in Medicaid funds
A key Minnesota official on Tuesday warned of “catastrophic consequences” for more than 1 million Minnesotans in need, including 600,000 children, if that money doesn’t come through.
What to do if ICE stops you: An attorney answers some questions
With immigration enforcement activity increasing across Minnesota, many people are asking a simple but urgent question: What are my rights if ICE or other federal agents approach me?
Court orders Hopkins man detained by ICE in latest enforcement surge released from custody
Bryam Escobar Martinez is one of dozens of people detained by ICE who challenged their detention in court. A judge granted his request for release several days after the arrest.
Twin Cities schools reopen with security measures tied to ICE operations
After closing due to safety concerns last week, several Twin Cities school districts reopened their doors Monday to students with added safety measures amid a surge in immigration enforcement. More student walkouts protesting ICE operations are expected across the region.