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Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson said he’d change the way his office works with immigration enforcement. Critics say the jail still referred 1,000 inmates to ICE.

by Joey Peters September 23, 2021September 23, 2021

Hutchinson says the sheriff’s office has met its goals and that government grants and bureaucracy forced the sharing of information on some inmates.

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What makes a useful voter guide? We started by asking immigrant groups in Minneapolis what they wanted to know about the 2021 city election

by Aala Abdullahi September 22, 2021September 24, 2021

Victor Martinez, a candidate for the Ward 5 City Council seat in Minneapolis, door-knocks almost every day, delivering his pro-police, pro-life message

by Hibah Ansari September 19, 2021September 28, 2021

Judge’s order nixing public safety amendment angers Minneapolis activists. “This leads everyone to believe that the fix is in,” one supporter said.

by Joey Peters September 15, 2021September 23, 2021

Rent control is on the ballot this fall in Minneapolis and St. Paul. We asked supporters and opponents whether the measures will help produce affordable housing.

by Hibah Ansari September 14, 2021September 23, 2021

Should the mayor of Minneapolis have more power? Here is everything you need to know about the strong-mayor amendment on the ballot this fall.

by Joey Peters September 13, 2021September 23, 2021

Confused by all the legal squabbles around the Minneapolis public safety amendment? We’ve got you covered! Your vote will count—and here’s a breakdown of what you’re voting on.

by Becky Z. Dernbach August 24, 2021September 23, 2021

Jennifer Carnahan, Minnesota Republican chairwoman, steps down amid party scandal

by Hibah Ansari August 19, 2021August 19, 2021

Minneapolis’ Ward 2 has two strong third-party candidates running for City Council. They agree that capitalism is failing people.

by JD Duggan August 18, 2021August 18, 2021

Brooklyn Park mayoral recount tilts toward Lisa Jacobson

by Abe Asher August 13, 2021August 20, 2021

Criminal justice system

Yes 4 Minneapolis coalition launches new phase of campaign to reform public safety

by Logan Carroll August 4, 2021September 23, 2021

‘It’s an extremely progressive city—if you’re white’: Minneapolis elections hinge on how to fix inequality in housing, policing.

by Hibah Ansari and JD Duggan July 26, 2021July 28, 2021

Abuse survivors speak out about domestic violence allegations against John Thompson while Black activists struggle with double standards. Progressive legislators? No comment.

by Becky Z. Dernbach July 22, 2021July 23, 2021

Redistricting is a plodding, legalistic process. It’s also vitally important to Minnesota’s communities of color.

by Logan Carroll July 20, 2021July 21, 2021

We asked the Minneapolis City Council candidates for Ward 9 what they would do about police reform, rebuilding East Lake Street, homelessness, and rent control.

by JD Duggan June 24, 2021June 25, 2021

In Ward 5, DFL caucuses become a referendum on defunding Minneapolis police

by Hibah Ansari June 15, 2021June 15, 2021

After a tumultuous year, Minneapolis DFL voters to judge mayor’s tenure.

by Jon Collins June 15, 2021June 16, 2021

With its virtual caucus already under way, Minneapolis DFL faces charges that the process is so discriminatory it must be scrapped.

by Hibah Ansari June 3, 2021June 4, 2021

Fraud allegations disrupt DFL endorsement convention for Minneapolis City Council seat

by Logan Carroll June 1, 2021June 1, 2021

Minneapolis will soon have the opportunity–or competing opportunities–to vote on the future of the Minneapolis Police Department. We made this cheat sheet to help.

by Mike Mosedale and Becky Z. Dernbach April 21, 2021April 22, 2021

Criminal Justice

Andy Luger on short list for Minnesota’s next U.S. attorney, sources say.

by Hibah Ansari March 4, 2021March 5, 2021

DFL virtual caucus debate raises a thorny issue: How best to include immigrant communities.

by Hibah Ansari February 17, 2021February 17, 2021

In D.C., a mob tried to overturn multiracial democracy. In St. Paul, the most diverse Minnesota legislature ever is just getting started.

by Becky Z. Dernbach and Hibah Ansari January 21, 2021January 25, 2021

‘I’m looking for unity’: Minnesota immigrants share hopes for new Biden administration on Inauguration Day.

by Joey Peters January 20, 2021January 20, 2021

The Biden administration is likely to reverse ‘public charge’ restrictions on aid to immigrants. Confusion over the rules will remain.

by Joey Peters January 13, 2021January 13, 2021

‘We have suddenly seen ourselves as Americans’: Minnesota immigrants are finding a place in the suburbs–and elected office.

by Mike Mosedale October 30, 2020October 30, 2020

Immigrants to Minnesota know about instability and political violence. Many recognize familiar signs in their adopted homeland.

by Madison McVan October 12, 2020October 27, 2020

A former refugee from Liberia running for the Minnesota Legislature teaches the Constitution, supports gun rights, and wants immigration restrictions.

by Joey Peters October 5, 2020October 5, 2020

‘You cannot stop our vote.’ Minnesota faith leaders say efforts to discourage Muslim voters will fail.

by Becky Z. Dernbach October 2, 2020October 3, 2020

Trailing in the state’s polls, Trump returns to Minnesota for a campaign stop filled with racist taunts and anti-immigrant agenda.

by Hibah Ansari October 1, 2020October 3, 2020

Digital Disinformation

How did an August primary election in Minneapolis turn into a national right-wing disinformation campaign against absentee ballots?

by Becky Z. Dernbach, Hibah Ansari and Joey Peters September 28, 2020September 29, 2020

‘Change is coming’: A St. Paul program is building a pipeline from diverse communities to the state Capitol to tackle racial disparities.

by Melissa Townsend September 22, 2020September 22, 2020

Count on it: Election Day voting in Minnesota starts now

by Brian Bakst September 18, 2020September 20, 2020

Mustafa Jumale came to the U.S. at age three as a refugee from Somalia. Now he’ll help lead a national advocacy group supporting refugees.

by Joey Peters September 4, 2020September 4, 2020

Young, educated and Black: Here’s how Minnesota’s politicians with African roots are reshaping the state’s politics.

by Ibrahim Hirsi August 30, 2020September 8, 2020

Surprised that political newcomer Esther Agbaje unseated a longtime DFL legislator? Her childhood friends aren’t.

by Becky Z. Dernbach August 26, 2020August 26, 2020

The Minnesota GOP has a problem winning voters of color and new Americans. Could Republican Party chair Jennifer Carnahan offer a solution?

by Hibah Ansari August 26, 2020September 21, 2020

‘I opened a business. I’m hiring. I’m paying taxes’: Minnesota immigrants say Trump’s Mankato campaign comments don’t match what they’re seeing in their community.

by Hibah Ansari August 18, 2020August 18, 2020

In the August primary, diverse millennial candidates in Minneapolis drove new voters to the polls. What lesson will the DFL take into November?

by Becky Z. Dernbach August 17, 2020August 19, 2020

Is St. Cloud ready for a change? Hassan Yussuf thinks Minnesota city will elect its first Black city council member.

by Sheila Regan August 14, 2020August 14, 2020

‘You’re not a guest here, and you deserve better’: Jamal Osman’s message to immigrant communities helps capture Minneapolis Ward 6 City Council seat.

by Hibah Ansari August 14, 2020August 16, 2020

Housing advocate Jamal Osman defeats ten candidates in Minneapolis Ward 6 race.

by Hibah Ansari August 14, 2020August 14, 2020

Progressive challenger Omar Fateh defeats longtime State Senator Jeff Hayden in Minnesota’s Democratic primary

by Joey Peters August 11, 2020August 12, 2020

‘Ready for a new generation’: With election night lead, Esther Agbaje hopes to bring ‘sense of urgency’ to the Capitol

by Becky Z. Dernbach August 11, 2020August 12, 2020

Another win for the Squad: Progressive champion Ilhan Omar beats well-funded challenger Antone Melton-Meaux.

by Ibrahim Hirsi August 11, 2020August 12, 2020

Business & Economy

Minnesota is helping malls that serve immigrant communities survive the COVID-19 downturn. How much aid will their tenants see?

by Joey Peters August 7, 2020August 30, 2020

Ilhan Omar wants to rewrite U.S. immigration policy—if she can win the DFL primary first.

by Ibrahim Hirsi August 6, 2020August 7, 2020

Business & Economy

Governor Tim Walz visits Somali mall in Minneapolis and declares commitment to help businesses. Some ask if commitment is enough.

by Joey Peters August 4, 2020August 4, 2020

A Somali health advocate’s crusade against skin lightening, a vestige of colonialism, becomes a federal public health issue

by Joey Peters July 31, 2020August 30, 2020

In their own words: Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District voters have opinions about the race between Ilhan Omar and Antone Melton-Meaux

by Hibah Ansari July 27, 2020July 29, 2020

Everything you need to know about Minnesota’s new coronavirus face mask rule

by Joey Peters July 23, 2020August 30, 2020

Minnesota’s health department wants to reveal your positive COVID-19 test results to first responders—including immigration officials. What could go wrong?

by Joey Peters July 22, 2020August 30, 2020

Culture & Community

‘I want people to know that the Oromo people are here’: A killing in Ethiopia ignites a youth revolution in Minnesota.

by Jaida Grey Eagle July 17, 2020July 17, 2020

Ellison appoints longtime advocate for racial equity to top spot in attorney general’s office

by Joey Peters July 17, 2020July 17, 2020

‘Defund the police’ debate unfolds with no representation for Ward 6 residents on Minneapolis City Council

by Ibrahim Hirsi June 16, 2020June 16, 2020

Minnesota hires new assistant commissioner for immigrant and refugee affairs

by Hibah Ansari June 15, 2020June 15, 2020

St. Paul City Council approves measure declaring Indian government Islamophobic

by Joey Peters May 20, 2020May 20, 2020

Haji Yussuf: Ilhan offers best chance to advance progressive agenda

by Haji Yussuf May 13, 2020May 13, 2020

Two newcomers oust DFL veterans to win party endorsement for Minnesota legislature

by Joey Peters May 7, 2020August 5, 2020

St. Paul City Council’s symbolic resolution against India’s ‘anti-Muslim’ policies sees delay after unexpected controversy

by Joey Peters May 7, 2020May 7, 2020

News

Abdi Warsame takes the helm at the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority

by Joey Peters March 30, 2020April 1, 2020

Community activist Haji Yussuf steps up to challenge Rep. Ilhan Omar for 5th District seat

by Joey Peters February 19, 2020November 6, 2020

Immigration, Politics

What you need to know about Trump’s plan to deport Hmong, Lao immigrants

by Riham Feshir February 11, 2020April 1, 2020

Minnesota protesters slam India’s new citizenship law as biased against Muslims

by Joey Peters January 27, 2020April 1, 2020

Diversity big on the ballot in race for Minnesota House seat 60A

by Joey Peters December 23, 2019April 1, 2020

Demographics, Politics

Youth, diversity take the reins of power at St. Paul City Hall

by Becky Z. Dernbach November 14, 2019April 1, 2020

Politics, Religion

Preaching ‘hate’ for Islam, speaker arrives in a divided Willmar

by Riham Feshir November 7, 2019April 1, 2020

‘My voice is needed’: History made as Nadia Mohamed wins a seat on St. Louis Park City Council

by Becky Z. Dernbach November 5, 2019April 1, 2020

‘I’m here to stand up against oppression’: Minnesotans protest divisive rhetoric, security crackdown in India

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim September 22, 2019April 1, 2020

‘I hope they are fine’: Kashmiris in Minnesota worry for loved ones back home

by Danish Raza August 30, 2019April 1, 2020

Minnesota federal judges skip Trump’s welcome video for new citizens at naturalization ceremonies

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim August 11, 2019April 1, 2020

Immigration, Politics

‘On edge’: Minnesota Latinos wrestle with fear, frustration after El Paso killings

by Joey Peters August 11, 2019April 1, 2020