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Flanagan heads to U.S. Senate, shaped by generations of Native women leaders

Flanagan heads to U.S. Senate, shaped by generations of Native women leaders

Peggy Flanagan’s path to the U.S. Senate runs through generations of Native women who built institutions, raised leaders and fought for their families in Minnesota. People who have worked alongside her describe what that legacy means as she brings it to Washington.
by Melissa Olson

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Voter Guide: What's on your ballot?

Voter Guide: What's on your ballot?

MPR News has simplified your research process and has everything you need to know about the candidates running for local, state and federal office to prepare for voting in Minnesota's General Election on Nov. 3.

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Minneapolis family shares story of ‘violent’ ICE detainment and 10 months of separation

Minneapolis family shares story of ‘violent’ ICE detainment and 10 months of separation

About 3,700 people were arrested by federal law enforcement in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge. For one family, the resulting family separation has caused financial and emotional stress.
by Regina Medina

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‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 

‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 

Marty Johnson and Chalsea Diver, like so many encampment residents, have needs that can't be immediately addressed by shelters — so despite the risks that accompany living outside, they saw no better option while awaiting a more permanent spot inside.
by Cari Spencer

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Community split on ICE detention center opening in Appleton, but many just want the area revitalized

Community split on ICE detention center opening in Appleton, but many just want the area revitalized

News that the privately-owned prison will reopen as an ICE detention center has sown division among some in Appleton and its surrounding communities. However, many in the region located about three hours west of the Twin Cities care less about the politics of immigration policy and just want to see their community revitalized.
by Jon Collins

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Upcoming hemp-THC ban will tank some Minnesota breweries, drink distributors

Upcoming hemp-THC ban will tank some Minnesota breweries, drink distributors

A federal ban that could wipe out Minnesota’s booming low-dose, hemp-THC edible market is approaching in November. Despite that, some breweries are continuing to make THC drinks up until the deadline. They hope Congress steps in before it’s too late.
by Nicole Ki

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Fifty deaths, few consequences: Inside Minnesota’s group home industry

Fifty deaths, few consequences: Inside Minnesota’s group home industry

At least 50 Minnesota group home clients have died since late 2022 under circumstances serious enough to trigger state maltreatment investigations. But many penalties amounted to fines of $5,000 or less, and most homes kept their licenses. When Ryan Riggs died in the backyard of his group home, the state’s initial fine was just $1,000.
by Ellie Roth, Jennifer Lu and Christopher Peak

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Deaths, neglect, calls for help: Group home boom overwhelms Brooklyn Park

Deaths, neglect, calls for help: Group home boom overwhelms Brooklyn Park

Taxpayer-funded group homes help thousands of Minnesotans with physical or mental disabilities live as independently as possible. But the industry’s rapid growth in the Twin Cities northwest suburbs has led to problems that leave vulnerable people in danger and local governments struggling with the consequences. Nowhere is that clearer than in Brooklyn Park, the state’s group home capital.
by Ellie Roth, Jennifer Lu and Christopher Peak

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