Minneapolis faces $203M "in impact" from Operation Metro Surge, city says
Officials in Minneapolis say the city has experienced at least $203.1 million "in impact" as a result of federal immigration enforcement activity.
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Officials in Minneapolis say the city has experienced at least $203.1 million "in impact" as a result of federal immigration enforcement activity.
"We have not entered into any new agreements with federal government despite what some influential leaders have conveyed," she said. "Let me add, they didn't call to ask me either.
Did a deal with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office trigger the end of the ICE surge? Sheriff Dewanna Witt is clear: the answer is no.
Becca Good, the partner of Renee Good, released a statement on Friday, thanking the community for their kindness.
Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt said Friday she's carefully considering options for a compromise with federal immigration agents if it means winding down Operation Metro Surge.
The sheriff says she's potentially ready to cooperate more with ICE if it means ending Operation Metro Surge.
Border czar Tom Homan said a drawdown of federal forces could happen soon, but only if agreements with state and local officials are in place.
Prosecutors claim Mohamed Omarxeyd billed for daily services at times when clients were in jail or hospitalized and couldn't have received care.
Despite the recent shake-up in the U.S Attorney's Office, we're learning new details about Minnesota's efforts to unravel the state's fraud crisis. Ashley Grams is taking a look at some new fraud charges at the state level.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said her office has received a "substantial" number of submissions to the evidence portal her office launched last week after the FBI took over sole authority of the investigation into the shooting death of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
The Minnesota Attorney General and Hennepin County Attorney's offices announced a joint effort on Friday to gather their own evidence related to the fatal shooting of Renee Good, after state authorities said they were blocked from participating in the investigation.
No deal in Minnesota's largest school district where teachers say they could start to strike in as soon as nine days. Anoka-Hennepin educators voted to authorize a strike earlier this month. A mediation session on Monday ended without an agreement between their union and the school district. Another session is scheduled for Friday.
The Dayton Fire Department says it responded to the fire on 133rd Avenue North around 11:20 a.m.
Educators with Minnesota's largest school district are now one step closer to a strike after months without a contract. Nearly 1,000 of them joined the Anoka-Hennepin School Board meeting in Anoka on Monday evening.
A Minnesota family whose inflatable Grinch was swiped from their front yard is ending the week with a bigger, brighter Grinch and a new story to tell about their local police.
Family members are searching for answers more than a month after authorities say someone spotted the body of a woman in Wood Lake in Richfield, Minnesota.
Since the early '90s, The Link, a north Minneapolis nonprofit, has been helping teens and keeping them out of the juvenile justice system.
We're just days away from the start of a new juvenile justice policy in Hennepin County. Prosecutors will screen youth crime cases to offer more options outside of court. Ubah Ali gives us our first look at one of the programs giving them a second chance.
From smashed windows, to acts of violence, crimes involving kids in Minnesota's most-populous county have left people frustrated and law enforcement searching for solutions.
Dozens of Minnesota nonprofits and advocates warn that planned federal housing grant changes could mean thousands of Minnesotans overcoming homelessness will return to the streets.
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman is out of the hospital after undergoing a 9-hour surgery for injuries he sustained in June's lawmaker shootings, according to a news release sent Friday.
Authorities took the man’s DNA in a separate case and it ended up matching a sexual assault kit from 2013.
A Minneapolis mass shooting suspect is now charged with trying to make a brazen escape from jail.
A Minneapolis man accused of firing multiple shots at state troopers after crashing his girlfriend's vehicle when she tried to break up with him has pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from the incident.
Davis Moturi's physical injuries after being shot in the neck outside his home one year ago are compounded by mental wounds that he now lives with daily.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison will testify Wednesday morning at a House Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and the "misuse" of federal funds in the state.
Anthony Edwards scored 41 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a sluggish first half to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 117-110.
Bailey Monnens-Dahl, 14, has been missing from her Farmington home for five days.
The Minnesota Wild filled a need at their weakest position ahead of the NHL trade deadline by acquiring center Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators.
A rising mixed martial arts fighter from Minnesota on the brink of making his pro debut was one of three people killed in a mass shooting in Austin, Texas early Sunday.
A federal judge has clashed with Minnesota's top federal prosecutor in what he called a series of "testy and frosty" exchanges.
Runners planning to participate in the 2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon can now register for the event.
Gas prices in Minnesota are climbing, mirroring a national trend experts say is at least in part caused by the U.S. and Israel attacking Iran.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified Tuesday that 650 federal agents in her division are still on the ground in Minnesota, a figure that contradicts a sworn declaration by a local field office leader.
Bailey Monnens-Dahl, 14, has been missing from her Farmington home for five days.
Gas prices in Minnesota are climbing, mirroring a national trend experts say is at least in part caused by the U.S. and Israel attacking Iran.
A Twin Cities woman is accused of making violent threats toward Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, including multiple intimations she planned to shoot the GOP official.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
The Salvation Army is in the midst of its largest food drive of the year, called Meals 4 Minnesota.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
People from across the nation are traveling to the Twin Cities, but not as tourists. Many want to learn in person from Minnesota protestors to bring that knowledge back to their own cities.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison will testify Wednesday morning at a House Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and the "misuse" of federal funds in the state.
Gun reforms face tough opposition at the Minnesota State Capitol this year. Proposals include banning assault-style weapons, something other states have passed. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner looks into whether those restrictions have an impact on gun violence in America.
Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison will testify before congress about fraud in the state on Wednesday, but they aren’t the only ones in the hot seat. Lawmakers will also hear from a clergy member about the impact of Operation Metro Surge. Ubah Ali spoke with her ahead of a big day in D.C.
The parents of an 11-month-old boy who was suffocated to death by an employee at his day care last fall say they want to make sure the tragedy never happens again.
Gas prices in Minnesota are climbing, mirroring a national trend experts say is at least in part caused by the U.S. and Israel attacking Iran.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
As the strikes from U.S. and Israel continue, and Iran strikes back, the violence and turmoil could have significant worldwide ramifications.
On Friday, hundreds of leaders from Minnesota food banks and food shelves came together in Brooklyn Center. Their goal is to find the best ways to help hungry families in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, and while food prices remain high.
Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
A man who claimed to provide services for children with autism in Minnesota but instead raked in millions of dollars from fraudulent Medicaid billings pleaded guilty on Monday.
A Twin Cities woman is accused of making violent threats toward Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, including multiple intimations she planned to shoot the GOP official.
A Minneapolis man who pleaded guilty to murdering a high school student in 2022 was sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison on Monday.
A former Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, school counselor accused of recording a teen student changing in his classroom in 2024 has pleaded guilty in connection with the incident, according to court records filed Monday.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Minnesota on Monday sued Trump administration officials Dr. Mehmet Oz and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in an attempt to stop them from withholding $243 million in Medicaid spending, warning it may have to cut health care for low-income families if the funding is held back.
Thousands of Minnesotans enrolled in Medicaid take a total of millions of trips to their medical appointments each year through nonemergency medical transportation services, a federally required, taxpayer-funded program that's among more than a dozen others Minnesota determined to be at "high risk" for fraud.
Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.
The Minnesota Department of Health said there have been 10 reported cases in the state so far this year. There were five cases as of the last update, which came on Feb. 19.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
The Minnesota Wild and St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her announced a $600 million plan on Tuesday to renovate the team's arena and connected venues.
The 80-year-old will play at Grand Casino Arena on Sept. 15. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
As a musician and performer, Prince showed a generation that being different wasn't a liability. Now, an author and illustrator are telling the story of Prince's life in a new children's book.
Anthony Edwards scored 41 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a sluggish first half to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 117-110.
The Minnesota Wild filled a need at their weakest position ahead of the NHL trade deadline by acquiring center Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators.
Inside the rink in Delano, Minnesota, state tournament preparations are ongoing.
After a 3-0 week for the Minnesota Timberwolves, superstar Anthony Edwards earned some recognition from the NBA.
The Minnesota Wild and St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her announced a $600 million plan on Tuesday to renovate the team's arena and connected venues.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
In the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, a bill to make it easier for someone to sue the federal government is advancing at the Minnesota Capitol.
Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.
The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
The military strikes against Iran have sparked intense debate in Congress. U.S. lawmakers are not only split on whether to support the operation but also on whether President Trump should have sought congressional approval in advance. WCCO investigates how the Constitution defines declarations of war.
Traveling is already stressful, especially flying, but the deadly conflict south of the border might have some travelers second-guessing their upcoming trips.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be sunny and 20 degrees warmer than average.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it'll get even warmer the next few days.
The Twin Cities’ warm streak continues, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The warming trend continues into next week, with the possibility to top 60 degrees in the near future, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be sunny and 20 degrees warmer than average.
Gun reforms face tough opposition at the Minnesota State Capitol this year. Proposals include banning assault-style weapons, something other states have passed. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner looks into whether those restrictions have an impact on gun violence in America.
Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison will testify before congress about fraud in the state on Wednesday, but they aren’t the only ones in the hot seat. Lawmakers will also hear from a clergy member about the impact of Operation Metro Surge. Ubah Ali spoke with her ahead of a big day in D.C.
Deadly strikes on U.S. Forces overseas are hitting close to home tonight. Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor from White Bear Lake was killed in Kuwait on Sunday. We're learning more about who she was and the attack that claimed her life.
Delano will play Mankato West in day one of the boys' hockey state tournament on Wednesday. The Tigers feature one of the best scorers in the state. Ren Clayton stopped by.