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Minneapolis, St. Paul join lawsuit against president over immigration enforcement

Minneapolis, St. Paul join lawsuit against president over immigration enforcement

The White House argues St. Paul’s 2004 separation ordinance interferes with federal immigration enforcements, but St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter said the city’s policy does not oppose lawful immigration enforcement.
by Chandra Colvin

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Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freeze

Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freeze

The federal government has historically discriminated against Black farmers. The recent funding halt from the Trump administration presents yet another hurdle to those who have spent decades fighting for equity in farming.
by Marisa Peñaloza

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Latino business owners say customers are staying away in wake of deportation threats

Latino business owners say customers are staying away in wake of deportation threats

Some Latino business owners say customers have been staying away out of fear of being detained and deported. Twin Cities business and city leaders are encouraging people to buy from Latino-owned shops this Saturday.
by Regina Medina

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For a St. Cloud family, Trump’s pause of refugee admissions brings worry for Afghan relatives

For a St. Cloud family, Trump’s pause of refugee admissions brings worry for Afghan relatives

One of President Trump’s first actions after taking office was an executive order indefinitely suspending the U.S. refugee resettlement program. A family living in St. Cloud who fled Afghanistan a year ago worries about relatives left behind.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Immigration poll shows growing support for restrictions, but deep divisions remain

Immigration poll shows growing support for restrictions, but deep divisions remain

A new NPR/Ipsos poll shows growing support for some restrictions on immigration. Still, many elements of President Trump's sweeping crackdown are unpopular with Democrats and independents.
by Joel Rose

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How Minnesota developers helped nationalize a racist housing practice

How Minnesota developers helped nationalize a racist housing practice

Land developers in Minneapolis helped turn a legally questionable practice into a standard policy in the burgeoning real estate industry.

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Concerns over mass deportations lead to ‘Know Your Rights‘ discussion in Brooklyn Center

Concerns over mass deportations lead to ‘Know Your Rights‘ discussion in Brooklyn Center

Amid concerns over the Trump Administration’s plans for mass deportations, nearly three dozen people who live in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center attended a panel discussion Wednesday night to ask questions about how to respond if ICE shows up at a home or workplace, and also asked about the role of police when it comes to immigration enforcement. 
by Sarah Thamer

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From territory to today: Mapping Minnesota’s Black history

From territory to today: Mapping Minnesota’s Black history

In celebration of Black History Month in February, MPR News is highlighting Black history throughout the state. From a fur trader believed to be one of the first African descendants in a territory that is now Minnesota, to streets and parks renamed in 2024 after Black community leaders, these sites span the state and the centuries.
by Lisa Ryan, Elisabeth Gawthrop, Kyra Miles and MPR News Staff

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Minneapolis to Montgomery: The Police and Black Men Project

Minneapolis to Montgomery: The Police and Black Men Project

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests continue the conversation about the Minneapolis Police Department and an ambitious effort led by the Police and Black Men Project.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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