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Lawmakers in the tied Minnesota House of Representatives are considering shaking up the number of state legislators to avoid future ties.And Gov. Tim Walz is asking lawmakers to approve a new tax on social media companies as part of his supplemental budget plan.Those stories and more in the evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Snow is forecast to develop across central and southern Minnesota through the day Saturday and intensify Saturday night. Winter storm warnings are in place for the weekend for most of the southern half of the state, including the Twin Cities. A Minnesota Senate Committee Friday approved a bill that bans assault weapons.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Heavy snow and howling winds are in the forecast for Minnesota over the coming days. Up first, a storm late Thursday into Friday that'll bring mainly rain for southern Minnesota with strong northwest winds statewide. They could gust to more than 60 miles per hour tonight. A federal judge in St. Paul heard arguments Thursday from the state of Minnesota and the Trump administration over a halt of $259 million in Medicaid payments to the state.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed a proposal to extend the city's eviction timeline. Instead, he proposed allocating $1 million in city funding to rental assistance as an alternative way to help residents pay their bills. Gov. Tim Walz is getting mixed reactions to his plan to overhaul the way the state administers Medicaid services.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The husband of a Minnesota soldier killed in Kuwait says the family is grieving and planning a memorial. The standing of a key state agency commissioner has become another political flashpoint in the Minnesota Senate. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Flags are at half-staff in White Bear Lake in honor of Army Reserve Sergeant Nicole Amor.And there were moments of constructive dialogue during an otherwise rancorous congressional hearing today on fraud in Minnesota.Those stories and more in this evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified today that close to 650 DHS agents remain in Minnesota.And a federal judge heard arguments today on a federal demand for Minnesota to turn over voter registration data.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

As the U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran continue, more than 250 Minnesota National Guard personnel are in or near the Middle East on regularly scheduled deployments.And Hennepin County prosecutors are investigating 17 alleged incidents of excessive force by federal agents during immigration enforcement in the Twin Cities. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's budget picture has improved since November - with a larger surplus than was expected just a few months ago.And tenant organizers could hold a vote tomorrow to authorize a Twin Cities-wide rent strike. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A proposal to tie up Medicaid funds to Minnesota could force tough budget choices.Gov. Tim Walz says the announced halt in Medicaid funding continues a campaign of retribution from the Trump administration.That story and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A whistleblower says Immigration and Customs Enforcement sent poorly trained cadets to Minnesota. Ryan Schwank was a lawyer for ICE who helped train cadets until he resigned eleven days ago. He says ICE has cut training hours by nearly half and removed all legal instruction about use of force. And Pine Island says Google is behind a massive data center project, and the big tech company is promising to bring in new jobs and tax revenue.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A state review released Monday says that state agencies need better oversight and training to prevent fraud. The state's Director of Program Integrity Tim O'Malley said the state government has failed to prevent fraud despite years of warnings. A group of Minnesota religious leaders has sued the Department of Homeland Security for blocking them from visiting immigration detainees at the Whipple Federal Building.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The White House official overseeing the federal immigration operation in Minnesota said today that about 2,000 federal agents have left the state.And Minnesota Democratic U.S. Senator Tina Smith says negotiations with Republicans over funding for the Department of Homeland Security don't appear to be making much progress.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council approved $7 million in funding today for small businesses that have lost money during the ongoing federal immigration operation. And at the state level, Minnesota legislators are discussing the potential economic impact of the recent immigration enforcement surge. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Former colleagues of Melissa Hortman paid tribute to the slain lawmaker today in a somber opening to the 2026 session. And winter storm warnings are posted across northern Minnesota — with blizzard warnings along the North Shore.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says he's feeling cautious relief following yesterday's announcement by the Trump administration that it's ending the surge of federal immigration agents to Minnesota.And a federal judge is ordering the Department of Homeland Security to ensure that immigration detainees held at the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis have access to lawyers. Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he's cautiously optimistic about today's announcement that the Trump administration is ending the surge of immigration agents to the state.St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is also optimistic about the announcement that the ICE surge is drawing down.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is predicting the surge in federal immigration agents is nearing its conclusion. At an event this morning to highlight business hardships, Walz said he believes a bigger drawdown could be just days away. And Minnesota business owners say even after ICE operations eventually end, recovery will take a long time.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Some greater Minnesota counties that work with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement say they have no plans to change course. The Department of Homeland Security has requested expedited deportation proceedings against the family of Liam Conejo Ramos.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

Minneapolis will allocate a million dollars in funding for emergency rental assistance, as some residents say they need help amid the ongoing federal immigration operation. Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt says she is considering a change in policy at the county jail that would allow staff to notify federal immigration officials when someone they're seeking to detain is being released from custody.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal judge today ordered two men charged with assaulting an ICE officer last month be released from custody pre-trial. And the City of Minneapolis anticipates that Operation Metro Surge has led local businesses to lose as much as $20 million in revenue a week. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner on Monday issued an initial report on the death of Alex Pretti, classifying his death as a homicide. Advocates rallied outside Target headquarters in Minneapolis Monday, calling on the company to speak out against immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota.Live updates on ICE in Minnesota.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

For a second straight Friday, protesters filled the streets of downtown Minneapolis this afternoon to speak out against the ongoing surge of federal immigration agents to Minnesota.And hundreds of protesters gathered at the Whipple federal building near the Twin Cities airport this morning. They say they don't trust new leaders overseeing the ongoing surge of federal immigration agents. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A man charged with accosting Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar will remain in federal custody.And Republican candidates for Minnesota governor are adopting common messaging aimed at knocking down new Democratic candidate Amy Klobuchar. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Trump administration official now overseeing the ongoing federal operation in Minnesota has arrived in the state and met with Gov. Tim Walz.St. Paul mayor Kaohly Her said she doesn't know if ICE's presence in the city is likely to change soon.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A judge heard arguments this morning in a lawsuit seeking an end to the federal immigration operation in Minnesota. President Donald Trump and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are both casting a phone call in positive terms after weeks of trading accusations and blame over immigration actions. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Vice President JD Vance met with local leaders and ICE personnel in Minneapolis today and says more cooperation could calm tensions.Federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis may continue indefinitely, according to Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino, who spoke at a press conference today.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister

A federal appeals court today put a temporary hold on a judge's order in a case challenging the actions of immigration authorities in Minnesota. President Donald Trump railed against Minnesota in front of a global audience today over local resistance to his ongoing deportation campaign.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's office confirmed to MPR News that the mayor's office received a subpoena from the Department of Justice today. Attorney General Keith Ellison told MPR News that he remains critical of the ICE operation.Ellison has sued the Trump administration for many actions over the past year, including the current ICE operation. Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal agent shot a man in Minneapolis on Wednesday night. It's the second shooting in the city by a federal agent, one week after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Macklin Good.Here's the latest news on Thursday around the increased federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Find more coverage of ICE in Minnesota here.That story and more on today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal agent shot a man in Minneapolis on Wednesday night. It's the second shooting in the city by a federal agent, one week after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Macklin Good.Here's the latest news on Thursday around the increased federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Find more coverage of ICE in Minnesota here.That story and more on today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota leaders are concerned about federal funding freezes for Minnesota in several programs including Medicaid, SNAP and other safety net services for seniors, children, home care workers and families. The Trump administration announced it would withhold $2 billion in funding for those programs, which the state had identified as being vulnerable to fraud.And a federal judge did not immediately grant a temporary halt to ICE's operation in Minnesota in a status conference this morning. The state wants a temporary restraining order on the ICE operation, saying the surge is causing undue cost and disruption to communities. Judge Katherine Menendez says there is no substantial case law basis to make an immediate decision.Those stories and more from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The lead federal prosecutor in the Feeding Our Future fraud case has resigned. First Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson is objecting to the Justice Department's response to the killing of Renee Macklin Good by an ICE agent last week. The White House announced today that President Donald Trump is ending Temporary Protected Status for Somalis.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson says immigration agents have arrested more than 2,000 people in Minnesota since its enforcement surge began last month. Tribal nations are encouraging citizens in the Twin Cities metro area to carry tribal IDs with them during a surge in ICE operations.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

Federal agencies have taken sole lead of the investigation of a fatal shooting by a federal immigration officer of a woman in Minneapolis, shortly after saying it would investigate jointly with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Gov. Tim Walz criticized the decision by the FBI to take over the investigation.The Minneapolis school district canceled classes today and tomorrow.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is calling for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to vacate the city after an agent shot and killed a woman this morning. At a press conference today, Frey angrily condemned the shooting and the ICE operation.That story and more on today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz has dropped out of his race for re-election amid growing federal scrutiny of fraud in Minnesota. Walz announced in the fall that he would seek a third term, but in recent months, fraud in state social service programs has become a national story.Sources told MPR News that Democratic Sen. U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar is considering a run for governor. Former Republican Governor Tim Pawlenty says Klobuchar would be a challenging opponent for GOP candidates — if she runs.That story and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese.

The U.S. House will hold a hearing on fraud in Minnesota's social service programs in early January and again in February. The Republican-led House Committee on Oversight and Government will hear from three GOP state legislators from Minnesota Jan. 7. The Initiative Foundation in central Minnesota is providing financial support to Somali American nonprofit organizations facing harassment and threats.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

MnDOT has lifted no-travel advisories across southern Minnesota in the wake of blizzard conditions yesterday and overnight.And air traffic is running more smoothly today out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport as the weather improved. Metropolitan Airports Commission spokesperson Jeff Lea says ground crews have been clearing runways.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Very mild temperatures persist through Saturday with falling temps Sunday as arctic air moves in, producing some snow showers. Hundreds gather in Mankato today to honor 38 Dakota men hanged there 163 years ago.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

Dreams of a white Christmas are fading for parts of the state as fog, drizzle and warmer temperatures set the stage for a tricky Christmas Day forecast. Minnesota's Supreme Court has reinforced a standard barring vehicle searches solely due to marijuana odor.Minnesota is joining 18 other states and the District of Columbia in challenging a federal declaration aiming to pull Medicare and Medicaid funding from medical providers that offer gender-affirming care for minors.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

A St. Paul legislator with Somali heritage says someone tried to break into his home last week.And state leaders say they're receiving complaints about federal immigration authorities taking evasive actions to hide their identities.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota state agencies are now required by law to report instances of suspected fraud to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. That's one of the new steps to crack down on schemes targeting human services programs, which are largely federally funded.One of the busiest times for air travel at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is coming up this week. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

State officials say they've not seen evidence to substantiate estimates from federal prosecutors that billions of dollars in Medicaid funds have been subject to fraud. The comments come a day after the U.S. Attorney's Office announced charges against people alleged to have defrauded state housing and autism programs.It's flu season, and with end-of-year celebrations happening, health officials are reminding Minnesotans to get vaccinated.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

The gusty winds that caused today's blizzard conditions in northwest Minnesota also brought much colder air across the entire state.The Department of Homeland Security says federal agents have not broken the law in their treatment of observers during immigration arrests in Minnesota.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A winter storm will bring accumulating snow, gusty winds and possibly blizzard conditions to parts of Minnesota over the next 24 hours. A mix of rain, snow and maybe some freezing rain will spread across the state through tonight. It'll change over to all snow most quickly across the north... with more than a half-foot possible in the far north by late tomorrow. A dusting to maybe an inch for central and southern Minnesota.That story and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, or DEED, says the state gained about 40,000 jobs in September compared to the same time a year ago. With the federal government shutdown now over, more current data will be released in the coming weeks. Olmsted County authorities today identified the person who shot and wounded a student in the Stewartville High School parking lot Friday as a man who graduated from the school last year.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A Stewartville high school student is in critical condition after being shot outside the school early this morning. And Minnesota fraud investigations are piling up as the Department of Human Services is more aggressively examining possible abuses.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A judge heard arguments today in a federal lawsuit against the state of Minnesota challenging a state law that allows undocumented students to get in-state college tuition. And another long-time legislator says he won't seek re-election in 2026. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Driving conditions across Minnesota will worsen through night as snow and freezing rain move across the region.And nine Republican candidates for Minnesota governor gathered last night to debate issues at a Lyon County Republican candidate forum.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.