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Iowa revokes license of schools superintendent arrested by ICE, saying he is in US illegally

Iowa revokes license of schools superintendent arrested by ICE, saying he is in US illegally

A state agency revoked the professional license of the leader of Iowa’s largest school district on Monday, days after federal agents arrested him on accusations that he was living and working in the country illegally.
by The Associated Press

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Nonprofit Avivo building new indoor shelter of tiny homes in St. Cloud

Nonprofit Avivo building new indoor shelter of tiny homes in St. Cloud

The indoor village will feature 48 private dwellings with common spaces for activities and wrap-around services, such as health care, mental health and recovery support.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Trump’s $100K H1-B visa fee could hit major Minnesota companies, institutions

Trump’s $100K H1-B visa fee could hit major Minnesota companies, institutions

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions. Hundreds of companies in Minnesota could be affected, including several large employers like Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota.
by Sarah Thamer

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How immigrant entrepreneurs find success and challenges in Minnesota

How immigrant entrepreneurs find success and challenges in Minnesota

Immigrant-run businesses play a significant role in Minnesota’s economy. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks about how they’re confronting the challenges of tariffs, labor shortages and new immigration policies.
by Chris Farrell and Nikhil Kumaran

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