Most of the lawsuits involve the Pimento on the Lake location at Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis. The owner, Derek “Tomme” Beevas, is known for his community outreach.
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Minnesota companies fund $3.5M in grants to help small businesses during ICE surge
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Minnesota businesses shut down, protesters hit the streets in bitter cold to protest ICE
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Immigrant corridors in both Minneapolis and St. Paul nearly shut down by intensifying ICE actions
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Minnesota manufacturers had a tough 2025. They hope tariffs spur reshoring.
Manufacturing sector in the Midwest and the nation lost jobs and saw orders decline as tariff costs jumped.
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Harassment toward Somali businesses surges after viral video
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