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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 Immigration Crackdown: Federal Agents Intensify Operations Amid Local Resistance

    Minnesota Immigration Crackdown: Federal Agents Intensify Operations Amid Local Resistance
    2026/02/03
    Minnesota continues to face unprecedented turmoil as federal immigration operations intensify across the state. According to Democracy Now, a federal judge denied Minnesota officials' request to temporarily block Operation Metro Surge, the surge of 3,000 federal immigration agents now in its third month under the Trump administration. Federal Judge Kate Menendez ruled that the state had not met the threshold for a preliminary injunction, despite Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's condemnation of the decision as failing to address the fear and disruption experienced by residents.

    The operation has resulted in tragic consequences. Reports indicate that Renee Good and Alex Pretti were killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minneapolis, sparking sustained protests throughout the Twin Cities and beyond. According to evrimagaci.org, tensions escalated when President Trump warned that ICE, Border Patrol, and military forces would act forcefully to protect federal property, threatening severe consequences for any violence against federal officers. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison responded sharply, dismissing Trump's rhetoric as self-aggrandizing while Minnesotans faced nine-below weather defending their communities.

    On the local government front, St. Peter police made history when the city's police chief intervened to prevent federal agents from detaining a U.S. citizen, marking the first time a Minnesota police department has intervened in federal immigration activity since the surge began. This incident, reported by Minnesota Public Radio, highlighted the tension between local and federal authorities over immigration enforcement tactics.

    Community activism has intensified considerably. Democracy Now reports that former CNN anchor Don Lemon and independent journalist Georgia Fort were arrested on federal charges for reporting on a peaceful protest inside a St. Paul church where a top ICE official serves as pastor. They have since been released and vowed to continue their reporting. Additionally, the ICE Out of Minnesota coalition organized protests at over three dozen Target stores, demanding the Minneapolis-based company take a stronger stand against the federal operation and calling for ICE to leave the state.

    A significant development came when a federal judge ordered the release of five-year-old Liam Ramos and his father from an ICE detention center in Texas. According to evrimagaci.org, the judge criticized the current approach as inhumane, with Liam's case generating international support and prompting pleas from elementary students at his school for kindness and respect.

    Looking ahead, observers expect legal battles to continue as Minnesota officials challenge federal authority, while community organizations plan sustained pressure on major corporations and elected officials to oppose the immigration enforcement surge.

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  • Minnesota Braces for Challenging 2026: Immigration, Budget Battles, and Economic Resilience

    Minnesota Braces for Challenging 2026: Immigration, Budget Battles, and Economic Resilience
    2026/02/01
    Minnesota continues to grapple with significant federal immigration enforcement operations while managing major legislative priorities and infrastructure projects heading into a critical election year.

    A federal judge on Saturday dealt a setback to state and local officials seeking to halt Operation Metro Surge, the Trump administration's massive deployment of approximately 3,000 immigration agents across Minnesota. According to reporting from Politico, Judge Wilhelmina Menendez rejected arguments that the federal presence constituted unconstitutional coercion of state sovereignty, saying she found no legal precedent for courts to micromanage such federal decisions. The operation has sparked widespread outrage following the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens, Renee Good on January 7 and Alex Pretti on January 24, both killed by federal officers. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison signaled his team would continue challenging the operation, vowing that the case is far from over.

    On the legislative front, the Minnesota Legislature is preparing to convene in mid-February following special elections that reset the House to a 67-67 tie between Democrats and Republicans, according to reporting from Axios. The 201-member Legislature will be completely filled for the first time since June 2025, setting the stage for contentious negotiations on the state budget and policy priorities.

    Governor Tim Walz has unveiled a 2026 Capital Investment Plan seeking to address gaps left by the previous year's bonding bill. The plan allocates 195 million dollars for public safety and corrections projects, 50 million for housing infrastructure, and 50 million in trunk highway bonds for pavement work, according to the Local Government Management Services.

    In education news, Northfield High School's long-anticipated renovation project is entering its critical phase, with construction beginning this summer and continuing through 2029. According to KYMN News, the four-phase project will include new academic wings and a music facility that doubles as a storm shelter, with completion expected by 2029.

    Minnesota's cannabis market is showing steady early growth following the launch of legal sales in late 2025. The state recorded approximately 31 million dollars in adult-use sales during the first several months after launch, according to MJBizDaily reporting, though licensing delays and regulatory uncertainty around hemp-derived products continue to create challenges for operators.

    Governor Walz has proclaimed February as Shop Local Month in Minnesota, with state officials launching a campaign to support small businesses affected by reduced foot traffic and uncertainty from federal operations. The initiative partners with local governments and economic development organizations to mobilize resources and community support.

    Looking ahead, Minnesota faces critical decisions on immigration enforcement policy, legislative negotiations on the state budget, and continued development of the cannabis regulatory framework throughout 2026.

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  • Minneapolis Tensions Simmer: Immigration Enforcement, Arrests, and Community Unrest Spark Political Shifts

    Minneapolis Tensions Simmer: Immigration Enforcement, Arrests, and Community Unrest Spark Political Shifts
    2026/01/29
    In Minnesota, tensions simmer over federal immigration enforcement as U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced 16 arrests of alleged rioters in Minneapolis, with more expected, according to Minnesota News Network. St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her met with U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan to voice concerns about the ICE surge's impact on communities, calling recent leadership changes promising steps toward resolution. This follows the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents, prompting two agents' leave and an anti-ICE concert Friday at First Avenue headlined by Tom Morello, benefiting affected families.

    Politics saw a pivotal shift with special elections restoring a 67-67 tie in the Minnesota House, as Democrat Meg Luger-Nikolai won District 64A and Shelley Buck took District 47A, per FOX 9 and the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee. This maintains power-sharing amid the DFL's narrow 34-33 Senate edge. Governor Tim Walz released his 2026 capital plan, proposing $700 million in bonds for infrastructure like water systems, public safety facilities, and PFAS removal.

    Economically, North Wind Group plans a $1.1 billion aerospace research complex in Rosemount, partnering with the University of Minnesota, as reported by Area Development. Rochester anticipates another $1 billion in construction driven by Mayo Clinic's expansion. Congressman Pete Stauber secured $15 million for northern infrastructure, including highway reconstructions.

    Communities grapple with immigration fears affecting schools; districts like Minnetonka stay open amid reports of enforcement nearby, though absenteeism rises, Education Week notes. A Wheaton man died in a house fire, under investigation by the State Fire Marshal.

    No major recent weather events reported.

    Looking Ahead: Watch for the legislative session's start, more special elections, Homan's ongoing talks, and North Wind's groundbreaking.

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