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local1 day ago•4 min saved

Twin Cities: ICE must have a warrant to enter homes amid federal surge

Amid a surge of federal agents in Minneapolis–Saint Paul, local officials issued Know Your Rights guidance noting that ICE generally cannot enter a home without a judicial warrant and must have consent for private spaces within a business, though agents may operate in publicly accessible areas; administrative warrants can authorize detentions but do not grant entry, and ICE can arrest without a judicial warrant in certain situations.

via kare11.com|

#ice #immigration #know-your-rights

lottery19 days ago•1 min saved

Multiple $50,000 Powerball Tickets Sold Across the U.S. for Christmas Eve

A $100,000 Powerball ticket was sold in Woodbury, Minnesota, as part of a long-running jackpot roll, while a separate $1.817 billion jackpot was won in Arkansas on Christmas Eve.

via CBS News|

#jackpot #lottery #lottery-win

crime20 days ago•1 min saved

Twin Cities Man Gets 23 Years for Drug Trafficking

A Twin Cities man was sentenced to 23 years in prison for his role in a large international drug trafficking operation involving Mexican cartels, which imported millions of dollars worth of meth, fentanyl, and cocaine into Minnesota, with authorities seizing significant quantities and arresting multiple individuals.

via CBS News|

#crime #drug-trafficking #fentanyl

local29 days ago•2 min saved

South Twin Cities Schools Closed or Dismissed Due to Threats

Multiple schools in the southern Twin Cities metro area canceled classes due to online threats, with investigations ongoing to identify those responsible. The threats targeted several high schools and included threatening images and messages, prompting police to question juvenile suspects and coordinate with law enforcement agencies. Despite the threats, elementary and middle schools in the district remained open.

via MPR News|

#law-enforcement #local #online-threats

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Ilhan Omar Claims ICE Racially Profiled Her Son in Minnesota

Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar reported that her son was pulled over by ICE agents and asked to prove his citizenship, amid broader concerns of racial profiling and a federal immigration surge targeting Somali communities in the Twin Cities, which Omar attributes to racist comments by President Trump.

via CBS News|

#ice #ilhan-omar #immigration

immigration1 month ago•8 min saved

Immigration Crackdown in New Orleans and Minnesota Sparks Community Concerns

The US Department of Homeland Security has launched 'Operation Catahoula Crunch' in New Orleans and Minnesota, targeting criminal and undocumented immigrants amid political tensions, racial profiling concerns, and controversial statements by President Trump about Somali communities, with local officials and communities responding with support and protests.

via CNN|

#dhs-operation #immigration #immigration-crackdown

local-news1 month ago•4 min saved

Twin Cities Leaders and Community Respond to Reports of Immigration Crackdown on Somali Americans

City leaders in Minneapolis and St. Paul expressed strong support for the Somali community amid reports that the Trump administration may target Somali immigrants for deportation, emphasizing the community's law-abiding nature and potential harm to public safety and community relations.

via MPR News|

#immigration-enforcement #local-news #mayor-jacob-frey

business2 months ago•3 min saved

Target's Major Layoffs Signal Broader Industry Shift

Target faced criticism for its handling of 1,000 layoffs at its Twin Cities corporate offices, which involved a secretive and stressful process for employees, including delayed communication and technical issues during virtual meetings. The layoffs are part of broader company changes, including cultural shifts and strategic restructuring, amid declining sales and profits.

via Bring Me The News|

#business #company-culture #corporate-layoffs

sports3 months ago•3 min saved

Nebraska's Unusual Stop at Twin Cities High School Before Gophers Game

Before facing the Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium, Nebraska will hold a walk-through at Holy Angels High School in Richfield, where star running back Emmett Johnson played. Johnson, a top Big Ten rusher, is returning to his hometown for the game, which adds a special element to the matchup. Nebraska, ranked No. 25 with a 5-1 record, aims to improve its run defense against a strong Minnesota team.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-football #emmett-johnson #gophers

health3 months ago•1 min saved

Measles Cases Rise in Twin Cities

Health officials in the Twin Cities have confirmed three new measles cases in unvaccinated children, likely infected by a family member who traveled domestically. Minnesota has reported eight cases in 2025, amid declining vaccination rates and recent outbreaks, highlighting ongoing public health concerns about measles resurgence.

via Bring Me The News|

#health #measles #outbreak

real-estate4 months ago•6 min saved

Rising Rates Lead to Record Home Deal Cancellations Nationwide

Homebuyers in the U.S., including the Twin Cities, are canceling purchase deals at the highest rate in nearly a decade, driven by rising interest rates, economic concerns, and increased options for buyers, especially in the affordable housing market.

via Star Tribune|

#cancellations #homebuyers #interest-rates

weather4 months ago•6 min saved

Severe Storms and Flooding Hit Southern Minnesota

A final storm system is bringing heavy rain and flash flood risks to Minnesota, especially the southern regions and Twin Cities, with potential for life-threatening flooding, road closures, and a challenging morning commute due to ongoing storms and saturated ground.

via Bring Me The News|

#flash-flooding #heavy-rain #minnesota

weather5 months ago•1 min saved

Minnesota Faces Continued Rain and Storms Through the Weekend

Severe storms in Minnesota on Friday and Saturday brought significant rainfall, with Minneapolis receiving 4.48 inches, causing power outages and street flooding, and more rain expected in the coming days.

via Bring Me The News|

#flooding #minnesota #rainfall

weather5 months ago•2 min saved

Twin Cities issued severe thunderstorm watch amid heavy rain risk

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 11 p.m. for parts of Southern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, with threats of damaging winds and large hail, alongside a flash flood warning for areas in the Twin Cities due to heavy rainfall and ongoing flash flooding.

via MPR News|

#damaging-wind #flash-flood #hail

weather5 months ago•1 min saved

Severe Storms and Power Outages Hit Minnesota with Thunder, Lightning, and High Winds

A overnight storm in the Twin Cities caused power outages for thousands and brought heavy rain, with over 13,000 homes affected initially, though numbers decreased by morning. The storm also prompted a severe thunderstorm watch due to potential flooding and additional thunderstorms are expected.

via Bring Me The News|

#flooding #power-outage #rain