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Agency marks a century helping Minnesota’s new immigrants

Agency marks a century helping Minnesota’s new immigrants

The International Institute of Minnesota has helped thousands of new immigrants resettle, learn English and train for jobs. As it celebrates 100 years this week, its leaders are working to navigate the agency through unprecedented changes in federal immigration policy.
by Riham Feshir

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In cabin country, rental property could get new tax treatment

In cabin country, rental property could get new tax treatment

Under guidance from the state, Minnesota county assessors are evaluating whether to treat some cabin or vacation properties as commercial for tax purposes, which could boost bills. It’s an issue zooming toward the Legislature for another look.
by Brian Bakst

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Fearing retaliation, some immigrants stay away from public aid

Fearing retaliation, some immigrants stay away from public aid

Medicaid, food assistance and other federal programs can help keep struggling immigrant families afloat. Many, though, increasingly fear being punished for seeking those benefits, and being labeled a “public charge.”

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Appeals Court strikes down Minnesota's phone stalking law

The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled Monday that a state law that makes it a crime to stalk someone by telephone is unconstitutional because it's too broad.
by The Associated Press

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