Somali Minnesotans saying home amid immigration crackdown
It's lunchtime at Sanag Restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis. On the menu: lamb, rice and Somali spaghetti. But a quick look around shows there's more food than people.
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It's lunchtime at Sanag Restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis. On the menu: lamb, rice and Somali spaghetti. But a quick look around shows there's more food than people.
Hundreds of people marched in freezing rain Thursday night down one of Minneapolis' major thoroughfares, making their feelings about ICE abundantly clear.
Eight people were shot at a homeless encampment in Minneapolis' Longfellow neighborhood Monday night, police said.
Minneapolis police were investigating a shooting in the area of Lake Street and 28th Avenue South on Monday night. Several law enforcement cars and ambulances responded to the area.
Minneapolis crews started putting up what looked like fencing to block an area near the transit station at Lake Street and Interstate 35W on Monday evening. The barricade is in response to a shooting that injured five people near that area on Monday afternoon. Jason Rantala reports.
A man is fighting for his life and four others are recovering after a midday shooting near a busy Minneapolis bus station.
Hamoudi Sabri transformed his Minneapolis commercial parking lot on East Lake Street into an encampment for those experiencing homelessness. As Ubah Ali reports, a battle between the city and Sabri has been building for a month over the encampment.
The Minneapolis City Council is taking time to look back and reflect on a day that sparked chaos earlier this summer.
Homeland Security and local law enforcement say a raid in Minneapolis was part of an investigation into a transnational drug trafficking and money laundering operation. But community concerns about immigration arrests created chaos on Lake Street last week. Now, a community activist is facing federal charges for pushback that prosecutors say turned violent.
Fears of an immigration raid brought dozens of protesters to south Minneapolis, but new court filings say federal authorities were looking for something else.
The jury is now deliberating in the trial for the alleged driver in a deadly crash that killed five young women in June 2023.
One person was killed in a shooting on Lake Street in Minneapolis early Monday, police said. No arrests have been made.
Fire crews had a difficult time finding working hydrants to keep a large house fire from spreading early Wednesday morning in Uptown Minneapolis.
Authorities suspect several garbage fires on Minneapolis' West Lake Street Monday morning were intentionally set.
A symbol of hurt for years is now a symbol of hope along Lake Street in Minneapolis.
On Lake Street in Minneapolis, healing and hope are taking on new meaning.
The Minneapolis City Council has approved a radical redesign of the former Kmart site that severed Nicollet Avenue for decades.
The Minneapolis City Council approved a plan on Thursday that will reconnect Nicollet Avenue 45 years after it was severed by a Kmart store.
Police say two women have apparent non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and one man suffered a potentially life threatening gunshot wound.
When the old Kmart opened decades ago, it closed the block of Nicollet from 29th to Lake Street. The city now admits that the move in the 1970s created a barrier that affected the south Minneapolis community.
Months after a fire and demolition, Minneapolis has unveiled ideas for the space that will reconnect Nicollet Avenue at the former Kmart site in Minneapolis.
A man died at a hospital early Sunday several hours after being shot on Lake Street in south Minneapolis, police said.
A man is dead and a woman is injured after a shooting in south Minneapolis early Monday.
Joining us to talk about Lake Street's shopping resurgence is Yusra Mohamud, a business advisor to the Lake Street Council. Click here for more info.
The holiday shopping season is in full swing and in the heart of Minneapolis, there's a way you can get free money for supporting small businesses. WCCO's Marielle Mohs explains.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
A dozen demonstrators were arrested late Thursday during a noisy protest outside a Minneapolis hotel believed to be housing federal immigration officers.
Temperatures are falling Friday in the Twin Cities, with increasing northwest winds making it feel colder through the day.
Border czar Tom Homan says in the past month, 158 people have been arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers, with 85 cases already accepted for prosecution.
The City of Anoka is entering the cannabis business, opening the first city-owned cannabis dispensary in Minnesota and the only one of its kind currently operating in the country.
A dozen demonstrators were arrested late Thursday during a noisy protest outside a Minneapolis hotel believed to be housing federal immigration officers.
Border czar Tom Homan says in the past month, 158 people have been arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers, with 85 cases already accepted for prosecution.
The City of Anoka is entering the cannabis business, opening the first city-owned cannabis dispensary in Minnesota and the only one of its kind currently operating in the country.
Juan Leon sends a "chase" car to check out where abandoned vehicles are located and arranges discreet drop-offs. Since late December, he estimated they have dropped off 250 cars.
Lang posted a video to social media of him kicking the newly-installed sculpture that reads "prosecute ICE."
Border czar Tom Homan says in the past month, 158 people have been arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers, with 85 cases already accepted for prosecution.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations aren't only happening in the Twin Cities. Federal agents are also working in smaller towns, and in some, seeing similar resistance from the community.
The Crow Wing County Jail started accepting ICE detainees in November 2025. The county sheriff, Eric Klang, says that oftentimes they're brought in a few at a time.
Community leaders in St. Cloud, Minnesota, say federal agents have detained at least 10 Somali people there and arrested several more during protests. One man says he was arrested and released, only to be arrested again.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has winnowed thousands of submissions for its Name a Snowplow contest down to 30 finalists.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
A jury has found a Wisconsin man guilty of forging threats against President Donald Trump in an attempt to get a witness against him deported.
Minnesota and Wisconsin are among the 11 states reporting their first measles cases of 2026.
Hundreds of schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin have closed or shifted to virtual learning on Friday amid dangerous cold.
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations aren't only happening in the Twin Cities. Federal agents are also working in smaller towns, and in some, seeing similar resistance from the community.
While Operation Metro Surge continues in the Twin Cities, Minnesota's farm country is also feeling the impact. The major concerns for farmers and the trickle-down effect it could have on consumers.
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
A marching protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis Friday afternoon happened as a widespread work stoppage across Minnesota, as organizers called for a day of no work, no school and no shopping.
"When you come to our church, you see Muslims, Christians, Catholics, atheists, LGBT community, everybody with one purpose: helping the neighbor, loving your neighbor as yourself," said Pastor Sergio Amezcua
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
A dozen demonstrators were arrested late Thursday during a noisy protest outside a Minneapolis hotel believed to be housing federal immigration officers.
A dozen demonstrators were arrested Thursday night outside a Minneapolis hotel believed to be housing federal immigration officers, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Border Czar Tom Homan says a drawdown in Minneapolis will happen when there is more local government cooperation and people stop interfering with federal agents. The Trump administration has called those people violent agitators. Ashley Grams has more on who they're charging.
The celebrated chef met with Sen. Tina Smith and read an open letter signed by other restaurateurs Ann Kim and Gavin Keysen.
Amid ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, a local company is filling a desperate need for on-demand legal help.
Outside the governor's mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Friday, demonstrators, including many students and teachers, pleaded for Gov. Tim Walz to enact an immediate eviction moratorium to help families impacted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge.
It's part of broader protests calling on the Minneapolis-based retailer to respond more directly to immigration enforcement.
While Operation Metro Surge continues in the Twin Cities, Minnesota's farm country is also feeling the impact. The major concerns for farmers and the trickle-down effect it could have on consumers.
For Minister JaNae Bates Imari, Co-executive director of ISAIAH — a progressive, multi-faith non-profit — it's an idea that was set into motion weeks ago.
A dozen demonstrators were arrested late Thursday during a noisy protest outside a Minneapolis hotel believed to be housing federal immigration officers.
Border czar Tom Homan says in the past month, 158 people have been arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers, with 85 cases already accepted for prosecution.
Lang posted a video to social media of him kicking the newly-installed sculpture that reads "prosecute ICE."
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
What does community safety look like with thousands of federal agents on Minneapolis streets? WCCO sat down with Todd Barnette, the city's community safety commissioner, to hear how the city is handling the surge of federal agents.
Patients in Minnesota are canceling appointments and deferring critical health care needs because of fear of immigration enforcement as the federal crackdown continues, doctors say.
Children's Minnesota announced Tuesday it plans to pause some gender-affirming care for children amid "threats" from the federal government.
Nurses in Minneapolis doubted federal immigration officers' claims about a Mexican immigrant's severe injuries.
Minnesota and Wisconsin are among the 11 states reporting their first measles cases of 2026.
About 100 Hennepin Healthcare employees are losing their jobs as the system closes or integrates some of its standalone clinics and services.
Bad Bunny says he wants to bring his culture to his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.
Renowned comedian Dave Chappelle is set to return to the Twin Cities later this month to perform and "show a stand with a community at the center of events that should unite all Americans," show organizers said Monday.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
In 1971, Demond Wilson appeared on an episode of "All in the Family," a role that led him to land a lead part in "Sanford and Son."
Grace Grocholski scored 21 points, Mara Braun added 16 and Minnesota beat No. 10 Iowa 91-85 on Thursday night for its fifth straight victory.
Bad Bunny says he wants to bring his culture to his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.
The Minnesota Timberwolves added some guard depth ahead of the trade deadline.
Matt Boldy scored three times in the first 13 minutes and assisted on Jared Spurgeon's goal with 45.1 seconds left on the clock in overtime to lead the Minnesota Wild to a 6-5 victory over the Nashville Predators.
Anthony Edwards scored 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, Bones Hyland had 20 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 128-126.
The state of Minnesota is vowing to continue the legal battle after it and 12 cities were denied a temporary restraining order that would have shut down Operation Metro Surge.
The state of Minnesota is vowing to continue the legal battle after it and 12 cities, including St Paul and Minneapolis, were denied a temporary restraining order that would have shut down Operation Metro Surge.
While Operation Metro Surge continues in the Twin Cities, Minnesota's farm country is also feeling the impact. The major concerns for farmers and the trickle-down effect it could have on consumers.
While Operation Metro Surge continues in the Twin Cities, Minnesota's farm country is also feeling the impact. The major concerns for farmers and the trickle-down effect it could have on consumers.
While Operation Metro Surge continues in the Twin Cities, Minnesota's farm country is also feeling the impact. The major concerns for farmers and the trickle down effect it could have on consumers.
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.
St. James is a smaller town with a main street and a railroad running though. But inside a local building, the main street and the railroad are even smaller.
On Dec. 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" debuted on CBS, and it became an instant classic. Lee Jenkins' home is proof that the show is still a hit six decades later.
Holiday lights are on full display across the state right now, and just south of the Twin Cities you'll find a Christmas light show that's been around for more than half a century.
According to the Police Executive Research Firm, 82% of police departments in the United States equip officers with body cameras. That number comes from 2023, meaning it could be even higher by now.
With the new $2,600 stipend, DHS said the cost of a single self-deportation is $5,100. That's significantly less than the cost to arrest, detain and deport an undocumented immigrant, which DHS said costs more than $18,000.
It might be hard to believe, but it's gotten warmer outside over the past few days. The temperature is creeping above zero during the day, but the wind chill remains dangerously low. So, how is wind chill calculated?
Minnesota gun rights are in the spotlight after U.S. Border Patrol agents shot and killed a lawful gun carrier over the weekend.
It's a saying Minnesotans and Wisconsinites know well: "There's no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing." The problem is that even proper clothing might not be enough to withstand the bitter chill headed for the bold north.
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.
Temperatures are falling Friday in the Twin Cities, with increasing northwest winds making it feel colder through the day.
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.
Falling temperatures Friday with increasing northwest wind making it feel colder through the day, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we warm slightly tomorrow morning before the temps drop and the wind picks up from the northwest.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we could see some light mixed precipitation as a front barrels through tonight.
Phil Thompson, "Man About Town," shares his picks for the best live shows in the metro area for the upcoming month.
Kari Kehr-Dzieweczynsk talks about how she survived her heart attack, and the importance to know the signs of heart disease among women.
Court records say Immigration and Customs Enforcement was looking for another person whom they mistook Jama for and tried to pull him over. Jama says he was frightened and tried to drive away.
Jan Hagerman, with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Restore, previews the Give a Chair Some Flair DIY Contest.
The crash happened overnight at the Franklin Avenue stop.