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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
In 2003, a MN mom diagnosed with postpartum psychosis went to prison for the murder and attempted murder of her twin baby boys. Decades later, she reflects on renewed attention to postpartum mental health and why she thinks she didn’t recieve the same sympathy. share.mprnews.org/jDXF/xasjgsh9
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For Naomi Gaines-Young, Lindsay Clancy case is the latest that 'could have been prevented'
The attention on Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial resembles a “watershed moment” that occurred in Minnesota more than 20 years ago. In 2003, two Minnesota mothers killed their children in separate incide...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Absolutely insane 9/11 pitch in my inbox. “What are ways to make your relationship better on the 9/11 anniversary? Dr. Judy gives tips to spice up your intimacy..”
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Adam Abdullah was arrested by ICE on Dec. 12. He has no criminal record. Abdullah said he’s among eight people from Somalia at Guantanamo Bay, including several arrested in the Twin Cities. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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St. Paul man arrested in ICE surge sent to Guantanamo Bay
Adam Abdullah has no criminal record, but the government is holding him at a military prison set up for terrorism suspects after the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Scored a Too Good Too Go specialty bag at Whole Foods and got $45 worth of cheese for $10 🧀🧀
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Scored a Too Good Too Go specialty bag at Whole Foods and got $45 worth of cheese for $10 🧀🧀
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
A federal indictment has new details in the charges against ICE agent Christian Castro who allegedly shot Julio Sosa-Celis in north Minneapolis in January. The government alleges that Castro told six separate lies to an FBI agent. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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ICE agent indictment includes new details of shooting that wounded Venezuelan man
A federal indictment unsealed Friday includes new details about a shooting in which an ICE agent wounded a young Venezuelan man after firing a round through the closed door of his home during the Trum...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
The 8647 crop artist spoke to MPR News about fleeing her home due to threats, and the actual meaning of the red beans: "It did not represent President Trump's blood. It represents the blood that was spilled on the streets of Minnesota by crimes perpetrated by ICE." www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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'Terrifying': Crop artist speaks out after harassment over anti-Trump '8647' piece
Tamara Sawyer told MPR News that her viral “8647” crop art submission meant “Impeach Trump… I don't want him dead.” She was subjected to harassment and doxing online.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Can’t believe no one’s been talking about this amazing crop art yet in the juniors section.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The person said Christian Castro, the officer who authorities say shot Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis in the leg in January in Minneapolis, has been charged with making false statements to federal investigators. apnews.com/article/ice-...
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AP Source: ICE officer charged with lying to investigators in the shooting of Venezuelan man
Federal prosecutors have charged a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer with lying to investigators about the events leading up to the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Minneapolis i...
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City of Minneapolis @minneapolismn.gov · 03/09/2026
Reunification for families impacted by today's shooting is at Central Lutheran Church, 333 12th St S.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Latest from MPD: Two people have died (not officers). An additional four civilians shot, and two officers shot. The shooter is dead, but unclear how they died. Police said they arrived to the scene and it was hazy and hard to see.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
A spokesperson for HCMC tells MPR News they received 7 patients. Of the seven, one has died. Latest updates will be here. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Multiple people including police injured in Minneapolis shooting
Minneapolis police are responding to a shooting near 15 East Grant Street involving multiple victims, including two police officers, according to the City of Minneapolis.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The City of Minneapolis says two Minneapolis police officers have been shot
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
The State Fair had a record-breaking opening day! www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Opening day at 2026 Minnesota State Fair sets record
The Minnesota State fair saw 155,185 people attend opening day.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Remember when the Suni Lee bust in Phalen Regional Park was stolen more than a year ago? Well, St. Paul Police found it during a shots fired investigation. And it's in tact.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
St. Paul is removing its two city-owned Flock cameras, for now. Unclear how many Ramsey County owns. The city is hoping that lawmakers create regulations.
Statement from Saint Paul Mayor
Kaohly Her
and Saint Paul Police Chief Axel Henry
Regarding Flock Cameras
The Mayor's Office and Police Department have had many conversations about Flock over the last few months. We understand and share the concerns raised by our community about other jurisdictions accessing data during Operation Metro Surge.
We took action by bringing our law enforcement partners from across Ramsey County together last week to discuss how we can best protect our residents. We are also encouraging the Minnesota State Legislature to create a statewide standard that creates a balance between privacy and public safety needs. In the interim, the two cameras owned by the City of Saint Paul will be removed.
We are committed to protecting our residents' data, being transparent about how this technology is used, and making sure we build trust as we explore modern tools that can help keep our community safe.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I’ve been so grateful to the Annunciation community for being willing to share their stories of healing with us. This story was especially meaningful to write. Harper’s mom said it best: “She's got a sisterhood around her, even though she lost her sister.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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At Harper Moyski’s memorial bench, her sister and best friends find healing together
Harper Moyski was one of two students killed in the Annunciation Catholic Church and School mass shooting nearly one year ago. Since then, her younger sister Quinn and Harper’s three best friends have...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
MPD says Jake Lang and his crew were pulled over near MOA and arrested for rioting. Others were also arrested at city hall.
At approximately 11:50 a.m., far-right extremist Jake Lang arrived near Minneapolis City Hall with other people in two vehicles. Both vehicles drove onto the sidewalk in front of City Hall toward a crowd of people gathered there. MPD officers moved in to get the vehicles off the sidewalk and out of the area.
Officers tracked both vehicles after they left. With the assistance of MN State Patrol, one was stopped near Washington Avenue and I-35W. The second was stopped by Bloomington PD near Lindau Lane and IKEA Way in Bloomington.
All occupants, including Jake Lang, were arrested on Probable Cause Riot. Both vehicles were impounded.
Additional arrests occurred near City Hall.
Updates will be provided as information becomes available:
https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/
departments/police/public-information-releases/
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Google has offered money to the school districts in both Pine Island and Hermantown. Pine Island is expecting $24 million over the course 20 years, while Hermantown schools would receive around $70 million over 28 years. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Google launches a charm offensive in 2 Minnesota towns as data center opposition grows
The Google meetings come as the company faces uncertainty with both projects. In Hermantown, where the project still needs city council approval, opposition has intensified after recordings leaked of ...
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 14/08/2026
A new video from conservative provocateur James O’Keefe shows him and members of his team posing as Muslim Minnesotans and questioning Minneapolis election workers about the state’s vouching system. State and local officials are reviewing the encounters.
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Conservative provocateur posts video questioning Minnesota election law
In an Islamophobic video, a conservative activist takes aim at voter registration laws in Minnesota, asks election workers what the law is, gets answers and leaves out plenty.
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Jon Collins @jcollins.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Legal documents released today show federal law enforcement officials extensively surveilled public meetings and activists during the ICE surge, and created dossiers on political enemies. I've been busy, but will post some takeaways on this thread soon: (1) www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Attorney: Homeland Security spied on Minnesotans who spoke out against ICE
Defense attorney Kevin Riach alleges that just four days after Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents, that Homeland Security Investigations launched Operation Puppet Master. The agency cou...
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 12/08/2026
Minnesota made history on primary night. For the first time, all of the candidates for the top political offices in Minnesota are women.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Minnesota is on track to reach a record one million primary voters. Right now at 943,060 with 19 percent of precincts yet to report.
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 12/08/2026
JUST IN: Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth overcame a pair of weighty endorsements of her rivals to win the Republican nomination for governor Tuesday.
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 12/08/2026
JUST IN: Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan rode progressive backing to the DFL nod for U.S. Senate, topping the better-financed Angie Craig in the open-seat race.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Minnesota will have its first woman as governor. AP calls for Republican Lisa Demuth, setting up an election for governor against Democrat Amy Klobuchar. Minnesota was one of 19 states left in the U.S. that had not had a woman as governor. Demuth won without the party or Trump endorsement.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
With 100% reporting, Craig gets the edge in her home Dakota County with a 54 vote lead. Still no dump of results in Hennepin County.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Okay maybe should wait until 100% reporting because Craig is back in the lead by 37 votes in Dakota County!
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
With more than 95% reporting Flanagan now ahead by 16 votes!
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
In Angie Craig territory, with 94% reporting in Dakota County, Craig has just a 58 vote edge on Flanagan.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
ICE plans to spend up to $20 million to purchase thousands of “conductive distraction and de-escalation devices” for officers and agents by March, according to a notice published Monday by the Department of Homeland Security. apnews.com/article/ice-...
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AP Exclusive: ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks that are intended to gain compliance from combative individuals.
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 11/08/2026
JUST IN: Officials said an individual assigned to the fires had a “medical emergency” Tuesday morning near Ely. They later died at the hospital. Fire officials said they will provide an update once more information is confirmed.
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Crew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies
A crew member working to contain the wildfires burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area has died of a medical emergency. It’s the first fatality in the month-long firefighting effort.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
“I don’t want to be arrested,” Witt said. “But they know where I am. Come and get me.” www.nytimes.com/2026/08/05/u...
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ICE Threatens Sheriffs In Chicago and Minneapolis With Prosecution Over Access to Inmates
In a new tactic, federal immigration officials recently started saying they would criminally charge the elected county sheriffs in Minneapolis and Chicago.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Lindell told MPR News that he’ll transition away from MyPillow while remaining on the board of directors. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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As residency questions swirl, Mike Lindell shifts from MyPillow role to focus on governor bid
The Minnesota Republican Party chair raised doubts about Mike Lindell’s eligibility to run in a letter seeking state clarification. It escalates the party’s effort to head off Lindell in the governor’...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Read more here: Detainees are expected to be sent to the facility starting in the fall and fully operational by mid-2027. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Appleton detention facility could start holding ICE detainees this fall
CoreCivic, which owns the 1,600 bed Prairie Correctional Facility has been awarded a contract to hold detainees.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
CoreCivic has announced it's been awarded an ICE contract to use the Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton, Minnesota. The new five-year contract begins on Aug. 11, 2026. ir.corecivic.com/news-release...
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CoreCivic Announces New Contract Award At Prairie Correctional Facility | CoreCivic, Inc.
The Investor Relations website contains information about CoreCivic, Inc.'s business for stockholders, potential investors, and financial analysts.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
“Last year, the Trump administration delayed a $10 million grant that was supposed to help Minnesota thin out about 4,000 acres of dense, dry forest at high risk of burning. Most of that work never got started… And now, some of those areas are on fire.” www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026...
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‘We were shovel ready’: A Minnesota forest hit by DOGE cuts is now ablaze
Fire crews now have to thin out thousands of acres of dense, dry forest as wildfires burn.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Today marks six months since Alex Pretti was killed. We headed to Nicollet Ave, and asked business owners and neighbors how things have changed since and how Pretti's presence is now woven into the fabric of the neighborhood. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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On the street where Alex Pretti was killed, the neighborhood remains united around his memory
Six months ago neighbors and businesses on Nicollet Avenue watched as federal immigration agents shot and killed Alex Pretti. A memorial still stands in Pretti’s honor. MPR News host Nina Moini talked...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
The BWCA is partially reopening for day permits only. No overnight trips yet. Here’s a map of the day entry points. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 23/07/2026
JUST IN: Vance Boelter has been sentenced to two life sentences plus 40 years in prison, to be served consecutively. Judge John R. Tunheim said Boelter has given up his right to appeal as part of his plea agreement.
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Vance Boelter to be sentenced for Minnesota lawmaker shootings
A federal judge will sentence Vance Boelter in the killings of Melissa and Mark Hortman, and the attacks on John Hoffman, his wife Yvette and their daughter Hope. Boelter will likely receive a term of...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Ava Starr, 11, and Alexis Thornton, 13, were both were students at Forestview Middle School in Baxter. Starr died by suicide on June 19. Thornton took her own life just three weeks later on July 10. Both families say the girls were bullied by other students. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Deaths of Brainerd middle schoolers prompt calls to address bullying, mental health
Two Forestview Middle School students, 11-year-old Ava Starr and 13-year-old Alexis Thornton, died just three weeks apart. Both families say the girls were bullied by other students.
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 21/07/2026
Boelter has asked to serve his two life sentences plus 40 years at the U.S. Penitentiary Coleman II outside of Orlando, Fla. The U.S. attorney’s memo doesn’t identify a preferred prison, but it seeks to hold Boelter accountable to the fullest extent.
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Prosecutors say Boelter should ‘never be free ever again’ in Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Sentencing memos filed Tuesday are aligned in calling for dual life sentence for Vance Boelter, but he asks to do the time at a Florida prison.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Just an absolutely horrific act of violence in St. Paul. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Suspect charged with killing three people in St. Paul apartment leasing office
The charges state the shooting was captured on surveillance video and claim that Tsegaab Ademassu Binessu also confessed to his roommate. Court documents allege that Binessu “executed” the three victi...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
“It was do or die,” said Tom. "It was like you stay here and you wait, and you don't know when they're going to come, and are they going to be able to come? Or you try to get out?” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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‘We gotta go’: Brothers tell of harrowing wilderness escape as wildfires closed in
Tom and John Connelly put in on Saturday for what was supposed to be a 10-day fishing trip through Quetico Provincial Park, across the Canadian border from the Boundary Waters. Then came the fires and...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Photos from the Gunflint Trail tonight amid wildfires shared with @mprnews.org Left 📸 by Liz Covey Right 📸 by Kerry Lane
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Isle Royale is closing a campground for the rest of the month because a wolf has been pawing at tents, grabbed a bag from a campground and even entered a tent! www.nps.gov/isro/learn/n...
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Ms. Rachel has chimed in on the Trump Truth Social post showing a Minnesota kindergarten graduation with students wearing hijabs. www.instagram.com/p/Dag9MtbFZa...
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 30/06/2026
JUST IN: Former DFL State Sen. Karen Clark, the first openly lesbian member of the Legislature and who was key in legalizing gay marriage, has died at age 80.
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Karen Clark, the first lesbian to serve in the Minnesota House, has died at 80
Karen Clark was a key figure in legalizing gay marriage and served in the House until 2019.
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Woof. Best Buy HQ building value in Richfield has dropped by nearly 50% in a new county assessment. The city says other property type taxes will have to increase to make up the loss. www.richfieldmn.gov/m/newsflash/...
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Assessment Change to Affect Richfield's Commercial Tax Base in 2027
Assessment Change to Affect Richfield's Commercial Tax Base in 2027 Richfield, Minn. (June 29, 2026) – As the city of Richfield prepares its budget for 2027, it will tackle various challenges rel
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Aleesa @akuzee.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
“These subpoenas were not issued to investigate, but to harass, coerce, and retaliate” writes a federal judge in a ruling to throw out DOJ subpoenas of Walz, Ellison and others on immigration records. More here: www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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