Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said they were both told by White House officials that a drawdown of federal agents was imminent.
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The unexpected resistance to ICE in Minnesota: The soccer moms of Signal
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14-year-old boy dies after shooting in Burnsville
No arrests have been announced. The victim was identified by family as Charles Moore, Jr..
February 11, 2026
Prosecutors say Twin Cities man bought mansion thanks to $350M fraud scheme that netted $19M
Through his company, Caesar Wilson bought a lakeside estate in Prior Lake, according to prosecutors.
February 10, 2026
Mall of America rolls out new airport parking option
Travelers can park at the Bloomington mall for $12 a night, then shuttle to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
February 10, 2026
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Man sentenced to 3 years for ‘straw’ buys that included guns used to kill 2 Minneapolis kids
The prosecution told the court in writing that “the damage [William Burton] caused is incalculable.”
February 10, 2026
Immigration attorneys allowed to inspect ICE detention facility at Whipple Building after court order
They will be able to speak with clients during their visit on Monday.
February 9, 2026
Minneapolis shelter vandalized more than year ago asked for leniency for attacker as it mends
St. Anne’s Place is physically restored, but still healing after an attack that shattered the family shelter’s sense of safety.
February 9, 2026
School leaders fear declining attendance during ICE surge will also lower state funding
Funding for Minnesota K-12 schools is tied to student attendance. But with some students too afraid to go to school, schools are reporting sharp declines in attendance.
February 9, 2026
Ramped-up safety efforts lead to year without a fatal crash on this highway
The highway saw five deaths in 2024, which gave birth to the Highway 7 Safety Coalition.
February 8, 2026
Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang charged with damaging $6K ice sculpture at Minnesota Capitol
Days after his arrest, he agitated a crowd of anti-ICE protesters.
February 8, 2026
Evangelicals wrestle with faith and politics as ICE surge continues in Minnesota
Small cracks may be emerging among followers known for their staunch support of MAGA.
February 8, 2026
Minneapolis tells residents to stop building anti-ICE barricades, but they keep popping up
Minneapolis officials are urging residents not to block traffic as neighbors build makeshift checkpoints to slow and track federal immigration agents.
February 8, 2026
