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Turkish student at Tufts University detained, video shows masked people handcuffing her

Turkish student at Tufts University detained, video shows masked people handcuffing her

A lawyer for a Turkish national and doctoral student at Tufts University says she has been detained by Department of Homeland Security agents without explanation. The lawyer for 30-year-old Rumeysa Ozturk says she had just left her home in Somerville, Massachusetts, on Tuesday when she was stopped by agents.
by The Associated Press

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In St. Cloud, leaders of color aim to fill community's housing need

In St. Cloud, leaders of color aim to fill community's housing need

Several organizations in St. Cloud led by people of color are working to address local housing needs. A recent study found the city will need 17,000 new housing units over the next decade and a half to meet anticipated demand.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Beltrami museum seeks community involvement for May event on menstruation

Beltrami museum seeks community involvement for May event on menstruation

In announcing its new event the Beltrami County Historical Society is seeking public input for the exhibit titled “Women’s History, Period. (The Evolution of Menstruation).” BCHS executive director Emily Thabes said the weeklong event at the end of May will feature guest speakers and cover a multitude of topics historical and contemporary.  
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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4 things to know about the Alien Enemies Act and Trump’s efforts to use it

4 things to know about the Alien Enemies Act and Trump’s efforts to use it

President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 against Tren de Aragua members, provoking a legal fight. Here’s what to know about the controversial law, which was last used during World War II.
by Rachel Treisman

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Poll: Minnesotans think race, gender impact individual success

Poll: Minnesotans think race, gender impact individual success

About 40 percent of Minnesotans believe that being Black, Indigenous or Hispanic makes it harder to succeed in the state compared to being white or of Asian ancestry, newly released polling shows. Minnesotans also perceive a distinct advantage for men.
by Craig Helmstetter

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Investing in women and girls to ensure their safety, health and success

Investing in women and girls to ensure their safety, health and success

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the president and CEO of the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota about investing in women and girls to ensure their safety, health and economic success.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Navy warship is sent to the southern border to carry out Trump’s immigration plans

Navy warship is sent to the southern border to carry out Trump’s immigration plans

Capable of holding over 300 crew members and larger than any Coast Guard vessel, the USS Gravely has been assigned to help tighten border security, operating in both domestic and international waters.
by Juliana Kim

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