New Richmond Considers Opening ICE Detention Center
Officials from the western Wisconsin city of New Richmond announced Friday that a privately-owned detention center for undocumented immigrants may open in town.
Officials from the western Wisconsin city of New Richmond announced Friday that a privately-owned detention center for undocumented immigrants may open in town.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is helping lead a coalition of attorneys general in supporting Liberians fighting to stay in the U.S.
Gov. Tony Evers' first budget will allow people in the country illegally to obtain driver's licenses and identification cards.
Thousands of Liberians living in Minnesota hope they can convince the government to let them stay in the country.
Here are seven facts that describe the state of immigration in 2019.
The new citizens come from 89 countries, including Somalia, Burma, Mexico, Ethiopia, and Vietnam.
Many of the Minnesota residents who came here from Southeast Asia could be impacted by discussions going on right now in the federal government.
Mexico's incoming government denied a report Saturday that it plans to allow asylum-seekers to wait in the country while their claims move through U.S. immigration courts.
President Trump made a Thanksgiving Day threat to close the U.S. border with Mexico for an undisclosed period of time if his administration determines that its southern ally has lost "control" on its side.
They came from 92 countries. The top countries represented include Somalia, Burma, Mexico, Vietnam, Ethiopia, and Laos.
A U.S. appeals court blocked President Donald Trump on Thursday from immediately ending an Obama-era program shielding young immigrants from deportation, saying the administration's decision was arbitrary because it was based on a flawed legal theory.
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the number of military troops deployed to the U.S.-Mexican border could reach 15,000 — roughly double the number the Pentagon said it currently plans for a mission whose dimensions are shifting daily.
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen said Friday that "everything is on the table" as the administration considered new measures to stifle immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border and send a message that a slow-moving migrant caravan bound for the United States will not be welcome.
A woman arrived just after sunrise at the Mexican entrance to the busiest border crossing into the U.S. and was quickly surrounded by nearly 100 migrants. She opened a tattered, hardcover notebook bound with silver duct tape and began shouting out numbers from a handwritten list.
President Donald Trump says the U.S. will begin "cutting off, or substantially reducing" aid to three Central American nations over a migrant caravan heading to the U.S. southern border.
A dispute between the Minneapolis mayor and the city's police union president escalated Friday morning. Lt. Bob Kroll appeared on Fox News Channel in response to Mayor Jacob Frey's unveiling of new police squad signs that are in both English and Spanish. They explain to undocumented immigrants what their rights are when police arrest them.
In an effort to fight back against national policies at a city level, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey unveiled new police squad car signs on Wednesday.
The drama of parents being separated from their children at the border dominated the headlines this year, but thousands of immigrant families are experiencing a similar frustration: the increasing hurdles they must surmount to take custody of sons, daughters and relatives who crossed the border on their own.
When poet Emma Lazarus wrote of the "huddled masses," what she saw was on display inside St. Paul's RiverCenter. That is where the U.S. Citizenship and Immigrations Services would conduct one of its larger naturalization services of the year.
The Augsburg University professor who was facing deportation to Africa will be able to stay in the United States for now.
Rob Tibbetts in a Saturday opinion piece in The Des Moines Register spoke out against using "Mollie's soul in advancing views she believed were profoundly racist."
"The Hispanic community are Iowans. They have the same values as Iowans. As far as I'm concerned, they're Iowans with better food."
Still, 57 percent of Democrats view the agency negatively, including nearly three-fourths of those who describe themselves as liberal.
For years, the young man from Mexico presented himself as a legal U.S. resident and reliable worker at a family dairy farm in small town Iowa, his employer said.
Mollie Tibbett's family is asking for time to process their grief after their daughter was killed while out for a run.
Our tech expert put two of the most powerful tablets head-to-head: Apple iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra.
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
Memorial Day weekend isn't here yet, but you can still score massive discounts on the best mattresses of 2024 now.
A home-cooked meal can make for the perfect date night. Set the mood with these top meal kits for couples.
Everything you need to know about the immersive rowing machine that has reviewers raving, plus details on how to save up to $660 on a Hydrow Pro Rower today.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has released the identity of a woman fatally shot by officers in St. Paul earlier this week. The names of the three officers involved have also been released.
The Minneapolis City Council has approved a radical redesign of the former Kmart site that severed Nicollet Avenue for decades.
Journalist Charles Hallman is a staple at Target Center. But he found a passion for covering a neglected sports beat.
The new Minnesota state flag will officially be raised across the state on Saturday. So, what does the flag look like and what's the meaning behind its design?
Last year, 22 air quality alerts were issued for Minnesota — 13 of them were orange, which means bad for people with pre-existing conditions. Nine were red — bad for everyone. Those 22 alerts spanned 52 days.
Last year, 22 air quality alerts were issued for Minnesota — 13 of them were orange, which means bad for people with pre-existing conditions. Nine were red — bad for everyone. Those 22 alerts spanned 52 days.
Minnesotans will have a good shot at spotting the northern lights on Friday night, experts predict.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
After finishing their practice round on Monday night, the golfers were in their hotel rooms in Bartlesville, Oklahoma when they were told to go downstairs because a tornado was heading their way.
Minnesota's highest court has reversed a northern Minnesota man's conviction in a brutal 1986 sexual assault and slaying.
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature's audit committee have voted to launch a probe of diversity initiatives across state government.
A pair of wedding barns sued the state of Wisconsin on Tuesday seeking to block the enactment of a new law requiring them to get liquor licenses similar to other establishments that host events.
Milwaukee's election leader has been ousted by the mayor in a surprise move that comes just six months before Wisconsin's largest city will be in the spotlight in the presidential swing state.
Police in Wisconsin fatally shot a student who had pointed a pellet rifle in their direction outside a middle school, according to the state's Department of Justice.
Anglers will head to Wisconsin this weekend for the state's fishing opener, where they'll get a good idea of how the mild winter will also impact the fish bite during next week's opener in Minnesota.
Andy Coulter died of cancer in March, leaving a hole in the Montevideo community he loved dearly.
Art and spoken word can help break down barriers and allow people to share openly when it comes to tough topics like gun violence.
On Monday, more than 500 people heard Fine Sternberg speak at Hopkins High School for a special assembly commemorating Yom Hashoah, the Jewish day of remembrance for the Holocaust.
Every Monday morning, in a warehouse just outside of town, about 25 volunteers gather to pack food, clothing, medical supplies and even fire protection equipment. Former pastor Lee Schuemann is helping organize.
Dr. Greg Ekbom founded LimbFit, a Christian nonprofit that designs and fits prosthetics and also works side-by-side in hospitals with Ukrainian trauma surgeons.
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
Saturday is Minnesota Statehood Day, and it's fair to say it will likely garner more attention this year than it has since the first celebration in 1858. That's because the new state flag will officially ride up flag poles across the state at sunrise.
The University of Minnesota’s Board of Regents is meeting Friday afternoon to discuss whether the U’s endowment will continue to hold investments in Israeli companies.
The Minneapolis City Council has approved a radical redesign of the former Kmart site that severed Nicollet Avenue for decades.
Trump could significantly restrict abortion without ever imposing a federal ban, some experts say. Here's how he could do it.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
The red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves are back home on Friday to take on the Denver Nuggets in game three of the Western Conference semifinal series — and tickets aren't cheap.
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a ticket transparency bill aimed at protecting music fans when they buy tickets for shows.
Owning and protecting a home or a car in Minnesota is getting more expensive.
The amendment, which was heard in a House committee Tuesday, includes a minimum wage pay rate of $1.27 per mile and 49 cents per minute. That committee advanced the bill in an 8-4 vote.
Minnesota made history by establishing the first Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Office in the country. Now we know who will lead the ground-breaking unit.
The shooting occurred on the 3000 block of Irving Avenue North shortly after 7:30 p.m., according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
The 17-year-old from Minneapolis is facing two counts of second-degree murder in the deaths of 16-year-olds Diriye Abdi Muhumed and Chardid Farah.
A Minneapolis teenager is accused of fleeing police in a stolen vehicle near the University of Minnesota campus Sunday, causing a crash involving two other vehicles.
Minnesota's highest court has reversed a northern Minnesota man's conviction in a brutal 1986 sexual assault and slaying.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
Students at North St. Paul High School were lifting each other up as part of Shoe Day — a program by NAMI Minnesota that encourages teens to imagine themselves in each others' shoes.
The fitness chain's $10 monthly membership is one of few things that had remained unchanged since 1998 — until now.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with experts who working to track and treat long COVID.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Prince fans can add another stop to the list of must-see Twin Cities sites to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Purple Rain."
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
International superstar Becky G is set to take the stage at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand this summer.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
Journalist Charles Hallman is a staple at Target Center. But he found a passion for covering a neglected sports beat.
After finishing their practice round on Monday night, the golfers were in their hotel rooms in Bartlesville, Oklahoma when they were told to go downstairs because a tornado was heading their way.
Manny Margot highlighted a five-run first inning for Minnesota with a three-run double off Seattle ace Logan Gilbert, and the Twins beat the Mariners 11-1 to win their fifth consecutive series.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns has won the NBA's top social justice award for his efforts in helping Minnesota restore voting rights to formerly incarcerated felons.
Tattoo artist JC Stroebel says he was ecstatic after the Wolves won Game 2 against Denver and took to social media.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Lisa Pettigrew and Galen Smith about their long covid experience.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Kate Murray with the Minnesota Department of Health and long covid sufferer Shane Hendricks.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Dr. Tanya Melnik about the new M Health Fairview long haul COVID clinic.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with experts who working to track and treat long COVID.
Major bills have still not been voted on. But the legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who was charged last month with felony burglary.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
It's one of the few covered bridges remaining in the Midwest, and it's seen a lot of traffic over the years.
Decades ago, at an 88-acre pasture near Annandale, cars replaced cows and French Lake Auto Parts was born.
There's an attraction in Fergus Falls that's centered around a man-made disaster.
A survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service shows 1.7 million anglers went fishing in Minnesota in 2022. Of those, 69% were residents and 31% were from out of state.
A summer sausage is apparently what's propelled the Twins to 12 straight victories. So, why are athletes superstitious? Good Question.
Cameras are appearing more frequently in courtrooms, but an age-old way to capture the moment is still finding its way into the spotlight.
Whether you're a new driver or new to the state, scheduling a driving test in Minnesota can be a bumpy road.
From drama involving Democratic Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell to now-former Republican Congressman George Santos, we've recently seen the flames of expulsion being fanned.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
State fire officials say a grass fire near Waseca is contained Monday morning after burning more than 1,000 acres.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak breaks down the northern lights viewing opportunity in Minnesota Friday night, due to a geomagnetic storm.
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.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says get ready for a warm and lovely Mother's Day weekend.
Minnesotans will have a good shot at spotting the aurora borealis this weekend. Check out the latest aurora forecast.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says Friday will feature some spotty storms before a lovely Saturday and sweaty Mother’s Day.
The team hasn't lost a game yet during their playoff run this season, and they hope to put the reigning champion Denver Nuggets' backs to the wall with a Game 3 win at Target Center Friday evening.
Jeff Wagner shares the latest headlines and updates.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak breaks down the northern lights viewing opportunity in Minnesota Friday night, due to a geomagnetic storm.
Award-winning basketball coach, Dawn Staley, stopped by St. Catherine's to share some wisdom with the women's basketball team. WCCO's Marielle Mohs has the story.
The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the Denver Nuggets Friday night at Target Center. And the hometown team and several downtown bars have you covered if you can't afford a ticket.