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Live: Border official Tom Homan announces hundreds of agents will leave Minnesota

White House border czar Tom Homan speaks during a news conference at the Bishop Henry Whipple Building at Fort Snelling on Feb. 4.

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House Speaker Lisa Demuth leads GOP straw poll for governor, Qualls and Lindell trail behind

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Immigration surge dominates Democratic precinct caucuses as Minnesota election season begins

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Two men, charged with assaulting agents in ICE shooting, re-detained after judge orders release

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Minneapolis council committee delays liquor licenses for 2 hotels over hosting federal agents

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‘Dirty Dancing’ to launch its North American tour at the Ordway

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Thanks to PWHL, women’s hockey will be better than ever at 2026 Olympics

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A decade ago, fire destroyed a chunk of a small Minnesota downtown. Now it’s thriving again.

After a huge fire wiped out a section of downtown Madelia, Minn., in February, street supervisor Mark Blekestad hung U.S. flags along Main Street.
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Businesses chose to stay in Madelia and rebuild, and people rallied to aid the recovery that has resulted in vibrant downtown.

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Minnesota school districts, teachers union sue Trump administration over ICE activity near schools

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Driver killed in collision of snowmobiles on Minnesota trail

BRIAN PETERSON • brianp@startribune.com INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN - January 31-Feb. 2nd ] The Arrowhead 135 Ultra Marathon, from International Falls to Tower Minnesota, follows the scenic and rugged Arrowhead State Snowmobile Trail and attracts some of the best ultra-athletes in the world. Competitiers can Bike, run or ski the 135 mile race that challenges the body and the mind and presents participants with some of the coldest conditions in ultra marathon racing. (IN THIS PHOTO) Being alone and c

Rochester

Rochester splits on supporting Minnesota's ICE lawsuit

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Probation, no jail for Minnesota parents whose neglect led to young son fatally shooting brother

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Tolkkinen: Despite federal surge, Minnesota continues to try building trust across party lines

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The best Valentine’s Day small-town weekend getaways around Minnesota

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Rash: Winter Olympics arrive as a respite from a volatile new year

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Thirty-seven athletes with Minnesota ties will compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.

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Readers Write: Protest tactics, Holocaust comparisons, ICE and the judiciary

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Brown: Ojibwe-language hockey announcers bring new cultural life to the sport

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Reusse: Thoughts on the State of Hoops, from Giannis to JUCO ball

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Basketball Across Minnesota: Around the state, success for a number of girls teams is driven by siblings.

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Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle in St. Paul, driver in custody

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The crash happened Tuesday night at Front Avenue and Grotto Street in the South Como neighborhood.

Stage & Arts

‘Dirty Dancing’ to launch its North American tour at the Ordway

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Outdoor Activities

Where to spot eagles in midwinter

Bald eagles congregate on the ice, near an open stretch of the Mississippi River, below Lock and Dam No. 4 on Jan. 2, 2021, in Alma. During winter, much of the river freezes up and so bald eagles congregate near areas where the water is not frozen in order to hunt for food, including fish, which are a large part of their diet.

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Renee Good’s brothers ask Congress to help change ICE, Border Patrol behavior

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The brothers tell congressional forum that the family, like many others, has suffered “deep distress.”

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New Target CEO takes over amid political scrutiny, shaky financial performance

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Donaldson makes $820M deal to buy another filtration business

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URBAN PADDLING GUIDE

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Canoe, kayak or paddleboard: Your ultimate guide to getting connected to the water in the Twin Cities metro area, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro.

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