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Minnesota Political Landscape Upended by Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
A fraud scandal had Democrats on the defensive and led Gov. Tim Walz to end his re-election bid. But the ICE surge upended the political landscape.
College hockey: Gophers, Tommies women both fall
Friday wasn’t the best of evenings for the Minnesota and St. Thomas women’s hockey teams. Both were upended in WCHA play and now head into Saturday looking to gain series splits. Minnesota-Duluth 3, Minnesota 2 (OT) The Gophers battled back from a 2-1 deficit midway through the third period to force overtime at Minnesota-Duluth. Unfortunately, Minnesota’s rally only delayed the result as the ...
High School Sports Rally: Champions crowned at Minnesota state gymnastics meet
Timberwolves ace Edwards sends Mavericks to worst slump in decades
Anthony Edwards condemned the Dallas Mavericks to a 10th consecutive loss -- their worst slump since 1998 -- scoring 40 points in an ultimately convincing win Friday for the Minnesota Timberwolves.For Dallas, a 10th straight loss leaves the Mavericks marooned in 12th in the Western Conference, and outside of playoff contention.
Minnesota auto, toy businesses evaluate Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs
Hormel sells whole-turkey business to another Minnesota company, but Jennie-O remains
Waning consumer demand and volatile commodity prices have put pressure on poultry producers. Life-Science Innovations already owns other bird facilities throughout the state.
Twins' Pablo Lopez out for 2026 after Tommy John surgery, which could lead to more trade rumors in Minnesota
The Twins were a fringe playoff candidate before Lopez's injury -- without him, might they move Joe Ryan during the season?
Lawmakers say they’ve been stonewalled by DHS, undercutting attempts to hold Trump officials accountable
Lawmakers who oversee the Department of Homeland Security say the agency has repeatedly stymied their requests for information in recent months, with even some Republicans alleging they’ve had phone calls go unanswered and data requests left to languish.
Trump's immigration operation leaves Minnesota divided: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a key lesson from AOC's trip to Munich.
Gov. Tim Walz faces tough political reality as he seeks to assert himself in final year in office
Republicans in the tied Minnesota House are already signaling opposition to the governor’s policy agenda, setting up early clashes as lawmakers returned to St. Paul this week.
Mapped: How much Minnesotans spend on health care
The findings show how tough it can be to afford health care, even with insurance.
U2's New Music Honors Renee Good and Draws Inspiration From World Events
LOS ANGELES (AP) — U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good, the Minnesota mom fatally shot by a federal agent during this winter's massive immigration crackdown. The Irish rock band released the six-song EP “U2 - Days of Ash” on ...
Main Street's FanDuel Sports Network RSNs set for April shutdown
RSN operator Main Street has issued notices to employees warning of company’s expected demise at end of NBA and NHL regular seasons.
Minnesota Vikings named fit for veteran LB during 2026 offseason
The Minnesota Vikings could add an underrated Carolina Panthers linebacker when free agency begins next month.
Vikings’ Top Cut Candidate Is Coming into Focus
Sitting $40 million over the salary cap in mid-February, the Minnesota Vikings are virtually guaranteed to release a handful of […]
Owner of FanDuel Sports Network announces layoffs in Minnesota
Main Street Sports Group, the owner of FanDuel Sports Network, is planning to close its Minneapolis operations and lay off approximately 20 employees this spring.
Minnesota Democrats demand reparations from ICE after losing $18 billion to Somali fraud
Minnesota Democrats seek federal reparations after ICE operations while allegedly ignoring $18 billion in fraud losses to taxpayers from social programs.
What is TMVII? Minnesota reports largest US outbreak of sexually transmitted ringworm
Minnesota health officials warned the public about what they described as the largest known U.S. outbreak of a sexually transmitted ringworm.
Northland seen as paradigm of film industry development
A panel at Explore Minnesota's annual tourism conference highlighted the successes Duluth and the Iron Range have had attracting filmmakers and audiences.
Rebounding Oregon prepares to host sluggish Minnesota
In a season filled with disappointment, Oregon has a chance to create a small bright spot.
Readers Write: ICE drawdown, for-profit health care, boomers and the environment
ICE wanted chaos. They got “Minnesota Nice” instead.
Lions Give Packers More Offseason Entertainment with New Drama
The early stages of the NFL offseason have been quite busy and intriguing for teams in the NFC North. The Green Bay Packers, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, a
Augustana Baseball closes weekend sweep with two wins
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Augustana) — The Augustana baseball team closed its second home series of the season on Sunday, defeating Minnesota Duluth 12-7 and 10-5 to stay unbeaten at Ronken Field. Augustana 12, Minnesota Duluth 7Cal Schmelzle had four hits and scored three runs to lead an offense that had 18 hits in the game. Carter Heinsch added […]
Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota
More than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota’s Twin Cities area and hundreds more will depart in the days ahead...
Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota after enforcement drawdown
More than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota’s Twin Cities area and hundreds more will depart in the days ahead as part of the Trump administration’s drawdown of its immigration enforcement surge
America is on the verge of a new type of racial reckoning
The massive crowds that filled American cities during the 2020 George Floyd protests are gone. But what’s been happening in Minnesota marks the beginning of a new type of racial reckoning. It may lack the spectacle of the Floyd protests, but it could have more staying power.
Obama compares ICE’s ‘rogue behavior’ in Minnesota to dictatorships
Former President Barack Obama said that the behavior of ICE agents in Minnesota over the past few months was “deeply concerning and dangerous.”
Infant Botulism Outbreak Testing Handled by Minnesota Public Health Laboratory
The final months of 2025 saw a national outbreak in infant botulism cases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rural Minnesotans of color skipping medical care out of fear of ICE
Medical providers are increasingly concerned that some of their rural patients who need to drive long distances to see specialists are missing appointments because they fear being picked up by federal immigration agents. They're especially worried about children who need treatment for chronic illnesses or conditions that could turn critical if they skip vital treatments.
Ramstad: Immigration is Minnesota’s top issue. We need to hear specific numbers.
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Tolkkinen: Their CBD business was about to take off. Then Minnesota told them they couldn’t ship.
Minnesota’s ban on shipping CBD products was overturned Thursday, a relief especially to rural retailers.
A look back at this week in politics and what to expect for the upcoming legislative session
The headline across the state, and country, is that the Trump Administration plans to draw down the number of federal agents in Minnesota. There were also multiple hearings on Capitol Hill involving congressional and state lawmakers.
Live updates: Trump administration news, DHS on brink of shutdown as ICE’s Minnesota crackdown ends
A D.H.S. Shutdown Looms. Bruised Minnesotans Urge Their Parties to Dig In.
Congressional Democrats say they will approve no money for the Department of Homeland Security without guardrails on immigration agents. Their voters in Minnesota are demanding no less.
Walz proposes $10M business relief package as Republicans cry 'new avenue for fraud' in Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faces criticism for proposing $10 million in small business relief after Trump's immigration crackdown amid fraud allegations.
A Pilot Fired Over Kristi Noem’s Missing Blanket and the Constant Chaos Inside DHS
Secretary faces fire for confrontational immigration crackdown and self-promotional style; White House to wind down Minnesota operations.
Minnesota sues after CDC cuts millions of dollars in public health grants
MDH reported that 107 health departments across the county received the funding, but the grants for Minnesota, Colorado, Illinois and California have been cancelled, totaling more than $1.5 billion.
Minnesota officials call Trump administration’s health grant cuts ‘retribution’
Funding supported nurses and others providing rural health access as well as efforts to prepare Minnesota for future pandemics or public health emergencies.
Aid on the way for small businesses
Relief to the tune of $10 million could be on the way for some small businesses in Minnesota hurt by Operation Metro Surge.
Sen. Rand Paul tells leaders immigration agencies have lost public's trust
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said immigration enforcement agencies have lost the public’s trust and must admit mistakes and commit to reforms, following the shooting deaths of two Minnesota residents by agents last month
CDC cancels $38 million worth of public health investments in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health said the CDC has canceled about $38 million in grants that were meant to fund public health investments in Minnesota.
Takeaways: Enforcement surge ending in Minneapolis as state and DHS officials face tough questions in Senate
While White House border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday morning the federal immigration surge in Minnesota would be ending, state officials were facing tough questions about the circumstances that led to that crackdown in the first place.
Democrats salivate at GOP zero-vote margin as shutdown looms over ICE reform gridlock
Democrats on Thursday said they see opportunity to press for their priorities in DHS talks and more as GOP House teeters on a razor-thin margin.
Politics Friday: Lawmakers outline their priorities for the 2026 legislative session
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with four caucus leaders about the upcoming session and the work they hope to tackle.
Walz readies aid package for Minnesota businesses affected by ICE surge
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is expected propose a federal surge response package to support Minnesota businesses impacted by the federal presence later Thursday morning.
How to watch: Gov. Tim Walz to announce budget proposal for businesses impacted by Operation Metro Surge
Trump Administration to End Immigration Crackdown in Minnesota
Border czar Tom Homan said the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minnesota is ending and immigration officials will be winding down operations in the state.
Homan announces end to Minnesota immigration crackdown
Federal authorities announced the end to the Minnesota immigration crackdown that led to mass detentions, protests and two deaths.
California sues as Trump cuts $600M in public health grants to four states
California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota argue the cuts are politically motivated and would harm HIV programs, emergency preparedness and more.
ICE surge gives Minnesota businesses pandemic flashbacks
Some businesses face conditions "as bad, if not worse" than COVID — but dim prospects for COVID-style aid.
Move Over Arizona, Florida. These States May Be The Best Places to Retire for Your Health.
Vermont, Washington state, and Minnesota score well when it comes to retiree healthcare. What else to know.
Colorado sues to block Trump administration from cutting public health grants
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notified Congress it wouldn’t pay $600 million worth of grants already awarded in Colorado, California, Illinois and Minnesota.
2 University of Minnesota doctors named among TIME's 100 most influential people in health
Minnesota in midst of "largest known outbreak" of sexually transmitted ringworm, health officials say
Minnesota creates fraud ‘fact check’ amid national political scrutiny
The state Department of Human Services’ webpage rebuts allegations and describes its “fight against fraud” in social services programs.
Opinion | We small-business owners urge Congress to help end the madness of Operation Metro Surge
"We call on [Congress] to denounce the Trump administration’s retribution campaign against Minnesota and its attempts to consolidate power by negating the rights afforded us by the U.S. Constitution," the writers say.
Trump Pulls $600M in Public Health Funds From Four States
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Feb. 11, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The Trump administration plans to take back about $600 million in public health funding from four Democrat-led states, saying the grants no longer match health priorities. The states affected are California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota, according to ...
Poll results: How Minnesotans feel about Trump, immigration and protests
See the full findings from the NBC Decision Desk/KARE 11/Minnesota Star Tribune Poll with questions about ICE tactics, who’s to blame and the Renee Good and Alex Pretti shootings.
Twin Cities small business owners call for state relief amid ICE surge: "Stop talking and start doing"
Whether it's a Venezuelan restaurant on the West Side of St. Paul, Minnesota, or a bakery on Lake Street in Minneapolis, there's widespread economic pain for Latino-owned businesses.
Philadelphia men repeatedly traveled to Minneapolis to carry out $3.5M housing fraud scheme: DOJ
Pennsylvania fraudsters pleaded guilty to stealing about $3.5 million from Minnesota housing program after traveling to exploit Medicaid beneficiaries.
New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins - Live Score
View the New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins game played on February 27, 2026. Box score, stats, play-by-play timeline, highlights, odds & more
‘These are people’s livelihoods’: Minnesota’s economy in crisis amid ICE surge
Local businesses across the Twin Cities are suffering and owners say ‘ Metro Surge’ could be worse than Covid-19
Lindsey Vonn likely faces long road to recovery, says Minnesota sports medicine physician
US to cut $600 million in public health grants to Democratic-led states, Bloomberg News reports
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is expected to cut about $600 million in public health grants to California, Minnesota, Illinois and Colorado because they do not align with the White House's priorities, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Minnesota physician groups call for health care protections as condition of DHS funding
Minnesota physician advocacy groups are raising concerns over reports of unsanitary conditions and a lack of medical care for detainees at ICE facilities.
NFL rumors: Why Vikings lost Sam Darnold to Seahawks
The Minnesota Vikings let Sam Darnold walk this past offseason, and looking back, it may have been a big mistake.
Game thread: Maryland men’s basketball at Minnesota
Maryland men’s basketball is in Minneapolis taking on Minnesota, looking to avoid a five-game losing streak — or at least for a competitive game. Tip-off at 2 p.m. Tip-off is set for 8:30 p.m. This is your space for thoughts, observations or whatever you would like to share, but please be respectful.
Evangelicals wrestle with faith and politics as ICE surge continues in Minnesota
Small cracks may be emerging in a denomination known for its staunch support of MAGA.
James Rodriguez to Minnesota United: Colombian midfielder remains star passer
Coming off a stint at Leon, and looking forward towards the World Cup, the attacking midfielder still has a lot to offer Minnesota
Fear among Minnesota’s Somali community compounds a public health woe: Low measles vaccination rates
Public health officials say a measles crisis has long been brewing in Minnesota.
Fear among Minnesota's Somali community compounds a public health woe: Low measles vaccination rates
Public health officials say a measles crisis has long been brewing in Minnesota
Minnesota man photographing high school sports for free to help preserve memories for all
New and Huge Defender Enter Vikings’ Mock Draft Orbit
The Minnesota Vikings have not featured a consistent and true nose tackle in their defense since Dalvin Tomlinson left the […]
Howard Schweber on political pushback in Minnesota to ICE
Howard Schweber on local responses to Homeland Security deployments in Minnesota.
Science at the Winter Olympics
Three University of Minnesota experts reveal hidden scientific aspects of winter Olympic sports—and the art of staying warm.
Why haven’t business elites stood up for Minnesota?
If US elites can find the courage to speak up, we can still prevent our country from descending into full-blown autocracy
Uncertainty looms large for Minnesota businesses
While it’s too early to draw firm, data-driven conclusions, no one is going out on a limb by saying the combination of turbulence and uncertainty seen in Minnesota right now will exact an economic price on the state.
Early woes plague Spartans again, upset at Minnesota
Another horrific start killed the Spartans on Wednesday, and a late run couldn't make up for it this time, falling to Minnesota.
The recent surge of ICE agents has had a toll on Minnesotans mental health
How Big Is the Minnesota ICE Drawdown?
Border czar Tom Homan says 700 federal agents are leaving. State and local leaders say the Trump administration needs go further.
Inside Your Health: Measles outbreak
A new map published by researchers at Major Academic Centers and ABC News identified specific zip codes in Minnesota that are at higher risk for a measles outbreak.
Trump admin. attorney leaves Minnesota after telling judge her job ‘sucks’ amid crush of immigration cases
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement attorney detailed to Minnesota to help handle the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities has been removed from her post after telling a judge that the job “sucks” because of the crushing workload and the government’s apparent inability to comply with court orders.
Wild carry 4-game win streak into Predators showdown
The Minnesota Wild can enter the Olympic break on a five-game heater, but first they must defeat the Predators in Nashville on Wednesday night.
Children’s Minnesota to pause some pediatric gender health services
Gender-affirming care for transgender youth remains legal in Minnesota, but the hospital says it will pause prescribing puberty-suppressing medications and pubertal hormones to patients under the age of 18.
Congress passes spending bill amid DHS funding debate, Minnesota deaths
Congress narrowly passed the final spending package, averting a prolonged shutdown amid fierce debate over homeland security funding following fatal Minnesota shootings.
Patriots’ Stefon Diggs Finally Gets Chance To Answer Viral Question
Stefon Diggs is one of the most recognizable faces in football, but his introduction to the general public didn’t have anything to do with his on-field accomplishments. Diggs, long before becoming an enigmatic superstar for the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo Bills, Houston Texans and New England Patriots, was just a young player looking to find his […]
Vikings fire GM, Twins executive departs. What's up with Minnesota sports?
To talk about what this means for two of the state’s biggest sports franchises, Ten Thousand Takes host Wally Langfellow joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Monday.
Health leaders launch ‘Minnesota Revalidate’ to combat Medicaid fraud
State health leaders announced Monday they’re launching “Minnesota Revalidate" in an effort to combat ongoing Medicaid fraud involving thousands of providers that’s impacting patient care.
Father of 5-year-old detained in Minnesota disputes claims he abandoned the boy
Adrian Conejo Arias disputed statements from the Department of Homeland Security, which alleged that Arias had left his child in a vehicle.
1 trade Wild must make before NHL Olympic break
With the NHL's Olympic break drawing near, here is one trade the Minnesota Wild should try pulling off before the roster freeze.
5 Free Agent Safety Options the Vikings Could Target
In Week 18, the Minnesota Vikings hosted what felt like a farewell party for Harrison Smith, who wrapped up Year […]
Mental health impact on children amid immigration enforcement in Minnesota
INTERVIEW: Winter at Science Museum of Minnesota
There's a whole lot happening at the Science Museum of Minnesota, with multiple programs for visitors of all ages starting this month.