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Minnesota's Rochester DFL delegation condemns an ICE fatal shooting in Minneapolis, demanding an end to "ICE terror" and accountability for civil rights abuses.
Community & Society in ...
February at the Senior Center involves elections, Valentine's events, a wine club meeting, and a historical tour, with accompanying registration details and costs.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Dental records identified remains found near Lake Jones as Haley Elizabeth Aymar, who was reported missing in December 2015. Police are asking anyone with tips to come forward.
After the Minnesota Board of Pardons set aside eight convictions, a Twin Cities auto-shop owner was detained by ICE less than 24 hours later and flown to Texas.
A former Richfield Middle School employee admitted sexually assaulting a 14-year-old and was sentenced to one year in the county workhouse and five years' probation.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Wright County has opened a temporary warming center at the Buffalo Library to help residents during a cold snap, with Public Health staff also providing support on site.
Bloomington, Minnesota, is set to have a public hearing on February 2, 2026, to discuss amendments to city codes regarding the definition and regulation of "art structures" in zoning districts.
The Bloomington City Council will discuss skyline regulations on February 2, inviting public input on updating the Official Height Limits Map and height standards.
Apple Valley invites citizens to a public hearing on proposed changes to local liquor laws affecting the Retail Business district on February 4, 2026.
Coon Rapids calls for nominations for Earth Month Sustainability Awards, recognizing local environmental efforts. Nominations are accepted via email by February 28.
Weather & Environment in ...
Divers and researchers are racing to stop small zebra and quagga mussel outbreaks before warming waters let them explode across Lake Superior.
A Pikachu-costumed demonstrator was detained outside the Whipple Federal Building during anti-ICE protests, footage shows.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Coon Rapids' Fire Station 3 was demolished for new housing development by Amana Homes, including eight single-family homes on the site. Local residents expressed mixed emotions over the change.
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