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Minnesota News and Info Tracker

Minnesota News and Info Tracker

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 Minnesota News and Info Tracker

"Minnesota News and Info Tracker" offers a concise daily update on the latest news and events across the state of Minnesota. Whether it's breaking news, weather updates, or community stories, our podcast keeps you informed and connected with the pulse of Minnesota.Copyright 2025 Inception Point Ai 政治・政府
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  • Minnesota Braces for Massive Immigration Enforcement Surge Amid Lawsuits and Economic Uncertainty

    Minnesota Braces for Massive Immigration Enforcement Surge Amid Lawsuits and Economic Uncertainty
    2026/01/13
    Minnesota faces significant challenges this week as state and local leaders escalate their response to a major federal immigration enforcement surge. The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, filed a lawsuit Monday against the Department of Homeland Security to halt what Attorney General Keith Ellison described as a federal invasion of the Twin Cities[1]. The lawsuit alleges that DHS is violating constitutional protections including First Amendment rights by targeting a progressive state that welcomes immigrants[1].

    The enforcement operation has already made more than 2,000 arrests since December, with Homeland Security pledging to deploy more than 2,000 immigration officers into Minnesota in what Immigration and Customs Enforcement calls its largest enforcement operation ever[1]. The human cost became tragically evident when an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, on January 7th while she was in her vehicle[1]. The Trump administration has defended the agent's actions, but video evidence has led Governor Tim Walz and other officials to dispute that explanation[1].

    The enforcement surge has created widespread disruption across the Twin Cities. Minneapolis Police reported more than 3,000 hours of overtime between January 7 and 9 alone, with estimated overtime costs exceeding 2 million dollars for just four days[1]. Customer-facing businesses in Minneapolis are experiencing revenue declines of 50 to 80 percent as customers avoid patronizing establishments due to fear of DHS violence[1]. Schools throughout the region have been forced into lockdowns and closures, while dozens of protests and vigils have erupted across the country honoring Good and criticizing the Trump administration's tactics[1]. Hundreds of students even walked out of Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis on Monday[1].

    On the economic front, Minnesota continues to show employment strength. According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, the state's employment market is projected to remain strong through 2026, with healthcare and technology sectors leading growth[11]. Healthcare support and practitioner roles are expected to increase by 8 to 11 percent, while computer and mathematical occupations are forecasted to grow by 15 percent[11].

    The political landscape is shifting as Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek a third term, shaking up the 2026 gubernatorial race[10]. The Minnesota Senate will hold elections on November 3, 2026, with primary elections scheduled for August 11[2].

    Looking ahead, tensions in Minnesota show no signs of easing as litigation over federal immigration enforcement continues, while the state's job market and economic development projects remain active drivers of growth in the coming months.

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  • Minnesota Faces Turmoil: Federal Shooting, Governor's Exit, and Economic Shifts Mark Critical Week

    Minnesota Faces Turmoil: Federal Shooting, Governor's Exit, and Economic Shifts Mark Critical Week
    2026/01/11
    Minnesota listeners are watching several major stories unfold this week. Democracy Now reports that protests continue in Minneapolis after federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good, a mother of three and U.S. citizen, during an encounter near a school, sparking outrage and renewed scrutiny of federal immigration actions in the state. According to Democracy Now, Governor Tim Walz and local officials are criticizing the FBI for blocking state investigators from the case and urging immigration agents to stay away from schools in Minneapolis. CTV News adds that tensions have led to clashes between protesters and law enforcement outside a federal immigration building as federal agents deploy pepper spray.

    In state politics, Ewald at the Capitol reports that Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not seek a third term, reshaping the 2026 gubernatorial landscape and intensifying attention on both parties’ emerging candidates. The same outlet notes that several new Minnesota laws took effect with the new year, including a statewide paid family and medical leave program funded by a payroll tax, updated workplace standards for rest and meal breaks, and tighter rules on election procedures such as enhanced ID requirements for online absentee ballot applications. Wikipedia notes that all 67 Minnesota Senate seats will be on the ballot in November 2026, with the chamber currently narrowly controlled by the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, raising the stakes for the coming legislative session.

    On the economic front, Finance & Commerce reports that Xcel Energy CEO Bob Frenzel is promoting a wave of new data centers in Minnesota as a net positive, arguing that large tech and colocation projects can support job growth and even help lower electricity costs by spreading infrastructure expenses over more customers. The staffing firm THE RIGHT STAFF, citing Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development projections, says statewide employment is expected to grow steadily through 2026, with particular strength in healthcare, technology, and construction as population aging and infrastructure investment drive demand.

    Community and infrastructure investment remain active themes. Government Market News reports that North Mankato has approved up to 27 million dollars in bonding through its Port Authority for a new consolidated public works campus expected to serve the city for the next 50 years, with potential geothermal and solar features. Finance & Commerce notes that the University of Minnesota is seeking design teams for a 126 million dollar campus center and library on its St. Paul campus, part of a broader 284 million dollar capital request that includes major asset preservation and dental school modernization. In Moorhead, the local school district reports that Phase 2 of the new Moorhead High School is advancing, with the Fine Arts music wing now open and the auditorium and black box theater slated for completion this summer.

    Looking ahead, Ewald at the Capitol highlights that the 2026 legislative session will open soon, with major higher education funding decisions, implementation of new labor and election laws, and continued debate over public safety and federal immigration actions all on the agenda, while economic analysts expect Minnesota’s job market to remain tight in high-skill sectors.

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  • Minnesota Faces Transformative Year: Walz's Exit, New Laws, and Community Resilience Mark 2024 Landscape

    Minnesota Faces Transformative Year: Walz's Exit, New Laws, and Community Resilience Mark 2024 Landscape
    2026/01/11
    Minnesota is navigating a pivotal moment, with politics, policy, and community life all shifting at once. According to Ewald at the Capitol, Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not seek a third term, reshaping the 2026 gubernatorial race as prominent Democrats such as U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar consider runs and several Republicans, including House Speaker Lisa Demuth and former nominee Scott Jensen, are already in the field.[Ewald at the Capitol] The outlet reports Walz says he wants to focus his remaining time on tackling fraud in state programs rather than campaigning.[Ewald at the Capitol]

    Policy changes are also taking hold. Boreal News reports that new Minnesota laws effective January 1 strengthen workplace standards, including clearer requirements for rest and meal breaks, enhanced protections against workers’ compensation and insurance fraud, and updates to election procedures such as tighter ID rules for online absentee ballot applications.[Boreal News] Ewald at the Capitol adds that a new paid family and medical leave program will roll out, funded by a payroll tax and offering up to 20 weeks of benefits per year in certain circumstances.[Ewald at the Capitol]

    On the local level, Government Market News reports that North Mankato has approved up to 27 million dollars in bonding for a new public works campus on Timm Road, a 22‑acre site that will consolidate city operations and potentially feature geothermal and solar energy, with construction targeted to begin in 2026.[Government Market News]

    Higher education infrastructure is also in motion. Finance & Commerce reports the University of Minnesota is seeking designers for a 126 million dollar campus center and library project on its St. Paul campus, part of a 284 million dollar capital request to the Legislature that also includes funds for asset preservation and dental school facilities.[Finance & Commerce]

    Economically, Minnesota’s job market is expected to remain stable. The Right Staff, citing the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, reports statewide employment is projected to grow 4.6 percent between 2022 and 2032, with strong demand in health care, technology, and construction driven by demographic change and infrastructure investment.[The Right Staff]

    Communities are still processing recent trauma. MPR News reports that Minnesotans are searching for healing and accountability after a fatal ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis, an incident that has sparked protests and renewed debate over immigration enforcement and public safety.[MPR News] The City of Minneapolis has urged protests to remain peaceful while warning that property damage or violence will lead to arrests.[City of Minneapolis]

    Looking ahead, Ewald at the Capitol notes the 2026 legislative session is set to open later this month, with the university’s capital request, continued implementation of new labor and leave laws, and the unfolding governor’s race all poised to dominate the agenda.[Ewald at the Capitol] Major infrastructure projects in Cook County and elsewhere are scheduled to bid or break ground this year, and communities will watch closely how state and federal decisions affect health care, rural investment, and public safety.[Boreal News][Government Market News]

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