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How one Minnesota school is bouncing back after the ICE surge

How one Minnesota school is bouncing back after the ICE surge

NPR spent time inside a Minnesota school talking with educators, parents and children as it tries to help kids feel safe again after the ICE surge.
by Meg Anderson

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Twin Cities residents to receive Profile in Courage Award

Twin Cities residents to receive Profile in Courage Award

The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation announced Thursday that it’s presenting one of its 2026 Profile in Courage Awards to the “people of the Twin Cities of Minnesota” for their actions during the federal immigration enforcement surge.
by MPR News Staff

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Allegations against Cesar Chavez prompt debate, reflection in Minnesota

Allegations against Cesar Chavez prompt debate, reflection in Minnesota

Newly revealed allegations about the late civil rights and labor leader Cesar Chavez are prompting debate and reflection in Minnesota, where Chavez’s name is on streets and a school — and where his birthday is commemorated by state law.
by MPR News Staff

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St. Paul church protest prompts crime bill. Does it infringe First Amendment rights?

St. Paul church protest prompts crime bill. Does it infringe First Amendment rights?

The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, freedom of religion and freedom of the press — but how do you protect one freedom without diminishing the others? University of St. Thomas law professor Thomas Berg joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to talk about a proposed law that would prohibit disruptions of worship services.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Abandoned Midway CVS set for Tuesday demolition after delays

Abandoned Midway CVS set for Tuesday demolition after delays

The St. Paul City Council ordered the removal of the neighborhood eyesore in November. After delays, the dilapidated building at the corner of Snelling and University avenues is finally slated to come down Tuesday.
by Regina Medina

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Mayor Her explains rejection of independent investigation after journalists injured

Mayor Her explains rejection of independent investigation after journalists injured

St. Paul Mayor Kaoly Her denies request for independent probe into violent police response that injured three journalists during a November ICE arrest, saying an internal investigation should finish first.
by Regina Medina

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Minnesota Wild, city of St. Paul propose $600M in renovations at Grand Casino Arena

Minnesota Wild, city of St. Paul propose $600M in renovations at Grand Casino Arena

The agreement asks the Minnesota Legislature for $200 million — with $125 million of that being allocated for Grand Casino Arena and rest going toward St. Paul RiverCentre and Roy Wilkins Auditorium. The remaining $400 million would be financed by the city of St. Paul and the Wild.
by Anika Besst

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