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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Tensions: ICE and Border Patrol Under Fire

In Minneapolis, federal immigration agents are facing intense scrutiny and backlash. Recent events have sparked outrage, with many questioning the tactics and motives behind the Trump administration's aggressive immigration crackdown. The situation has become a powder keg, with tensions rising betwe

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Jan 26 2026OPINION

New Rules Could Hurt Mental Health Workers in New Jersey

New Jersey's mental health workforce is in trouble. A recent proposal by the U. S. Department of Education could make it harder for people to become counselors and social workers. These professionals need special training and degrees to do their jobs. They also have to follow strict rules and pass e

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Ordinary People Taking a Stand: How Minnesotans Are Watching ICE

In Minnesota, regular folks are stepping up to keep an eye on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This surge in volunteers happened after a local woman, Renee Good, was shot and killed by an ICE agent. Fabiola, a mom and business owner, is one of those who decided to get involved, even

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Jan 25 2026OPINION

Why Cutting Mental Health Funding is a Big Mistake

Recently, a huge amount of federal money for mental health services was almost cut off. Then, it was put back. This back-and-forth shows a big problem: mental health care is not being treated as important as it should be. The money that was at risk pays for important things. It helps kids and famil

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Jan 25 2026CRIME

A Clash of Jurisdictions: Who Investigates a Federal Shooting in Minneapolis?

A tense standoff unfolded in Minneapolis after a fatal shooting involving a Border Patrol agent. State investigators from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) found themselves locked out of the crime scene. Federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) refused them ent

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Federal Funds Flowing to Illinois Projects

Money from the federal government is coming to Illinois to help out with some important projects. One of these is a new admin building for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This is big news for the community, as it will provide a central place for government work. The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nati

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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

A Minneapolis Life Lost: What Happened and Why It Matters

A 31-year-old man from Minneapolis lost his life in a shooting involving federal immigration agents. This man, a lawful gun owner, had no serious run-ins with the law, only parking tickets. The scene quickly turned chaotic, with protesters gathering and small fires breaking out. Police are urging pe

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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

Myanmar Migrants Get a Break from U. S. Deportation Plans

A recent court decision has put a pause on the Trump administration's plan to end deportation protections for about 4, 000 Myanmar nationals living in the U. S. The judge in charge, Matthew Kennelly, said the decision to end these protections, known as Temporary Protected Status (TPS), didn't make s

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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Legal Clash with Federal Immigration Enforcement

Minnesota's top legal official has accused the federal government of using immigration enforcement as a political tool. Keith Ellison, the state's attorney general, believes the recent increase in federal agents in the Twin Cities is driven by politics rather than law enforcement. Ellison doubts th

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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

The Supreme Court's Dilemma: Trump's Attempt to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook

The Supreme Court is in a tough spot. They have to decide if President Trump can fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook right away. But they seem hesitant. They might not give a clear answer on whether Trump has a good reason to remove her or if he even has the power to do so. Instead, the justice

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