A newly released Homeland Security investigation known as “Operation Puppet Master” raises serious questions about the federal government’s surveillance of unions, nonprofits and Minnesotans involved in protests. The investigation included undercover agents infiltrating meetings, events and online group chats while examining years of financial records from some organizations.

More than six months after federal agents arrested Twin Cities journalist Georgia Fort at her home, her attorneys are asking a federal judge to throw out the criminal case against her, saying that the government is trying to punish her for doing her job.

CoreCivic announced Aug. 4 that it sold Prairie Correctional Facility, a 1,600-bed facility, to DHS and expects to continue operating it under its existing contract with ICE.

The return of Roll 4 Justice comes as advocates say recent deaths involving ICE and police have renewed the urgency for public demonstrations. Organizers revived the event to connect current concerns over immigration enforcement with longstanding demands for accountability in cases of police violence, arguing that both are part of a broader pattern of state violence affecting Black and Brown communities.

The East Side of St. Paul has endured months of overlapping challenges. First came Operation Metro Surge, which left many residents afraid to leave their homes and businesses struggling as customers disappeared. Now, ongoing construction along East 7th Street is creating a new economic strain for the neighborhood's businesses. Photo: Becca Gilbuena There are about 30,000 residents on the East Side of St. Paul. Additionally, there are some 350 businesses in the area. They’re

The fatal shootings by ICE of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston and Joan Sebastian Guerrero in Maine have reignited calls for justice across the country, including in Minnesota, where communities are still seeking accountability for the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge.

Individuals born in the United States are United States citizens. In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court rejected President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship in the U.S. by executive order.

There’s still time to save the patient. But all of us are needed to clock in. Overtime is required. But the patient is worth saving. The patient hasn’t always been perfect, but we’ll never know the life the patient could have if we don’t save the patient now. Together, we can cure this cancer. Let’s at least try.

The Minnesota chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) welcomed the court intervention and emphasized that the handling of these critical protections should not be as fickle as it has been.

The Department of Homeland Security recently announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis living in the United States with that designation. The end date is set for March 17. TPS is granted by the federal government to individuals from countries going through a humanitarian crisis that compromises the ability of citizens of that country to live there safely. Examples of crises include natural disasters and civil war. TPS allows for people to live

A reposting of our video on X by a far right-wing account has multiple comments calling for violence – even killing – of Somali human beings.

Two days following the killing of Good, shot Jan. 7 by an ICE officer in South Minneapolis – a shooting that was captured by multiple cameras from various vantage points – leaders in the city are angered and frustrated with the federal response and by what they say is a complete lack of transparency and cooperation.

Also as journalists, we have abdicated our duty to curry favor. The First Amendment “security” of freedom of the press has been replaced with control of the press, and most are willing to go along to get along.

The newly formed Cedar Riverside Protection Alliance formed to protect Somali residents from the threat of ICE.

Black diaspora communities in Minnesota are “showing up,” despite divisive rhetoric online ICE agents and U.S. Marshals during a raid in St. Paul on Nov. 25, 2025 Over the past week, “Operation Metro Surge,” an operation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) descended on the Twin Cities metro area with the mandate to focus on the Somali community who allegedly have final orders of deportation . The number of disclosed federal arrests at the end of Sunday was 19.

Trump calls Minnesota Somali immigrants and Ilhan Omar “garbage” as ICE targets the community

Mohannad Ghawanmeh is drawing on his Arab-American Muslim background as he serves as the first POC President of Public Art St. Paul.

From a refugee to the owner of a successful restaurant, Nia Rasavong’s story demonstrates the power of family, culture, and perseverance.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play “English” explores what it means to adapt to a new culture for the sake of a dream.

The new café, Qamaria, is bringing Yemeni coffee culture to Minnesota.