Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Minnesota federal judge declined to pause a major immigration surge on Saturday, Jan. 31. Judge declines broad halt U.S. District Judge Kate Menendez said state lawyers showed real harm. She pointed to shootings and claims of racial profiling. She said the effects were severe across the Twin Cities. But… Continue reading Minneapolis Judge Rejects Bid to Halt ICE Surge
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Minneapolis: Armed man killed in DHS operation
Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Department of Homeland Security officer shot a man Saturday morning. The man later died at the scene, officials said. What happened DHS said the shooting happened at about 9:05 a.m. Central time in south Minneapolis. DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin said agents were running a targeted operation. She said the… Continue reading Minneapolis: Armed man killed in DHS operation
Minneapolis: Man Pulls Gun On Federal Agents
Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A person was reportedly shot Saturday morning during a confrontation with federal agents. The incident happened near West 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue South, according to Minneapolis officials. The city said it was aware of reports and was working to confirm details. Officials asked the public to remain calm and… Continue reading Minneapolis: Man Pulls Gun On Federal Agents
Minneapolis: Walz, Frey under DOJ probe
Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is under federal investigation. Reports say the U.S. Department of Justice is reviewing his public comments. Reports also name Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as a subject of subpoenas. As of Friday night, neither leader confirmed being served. What investigators are looking at Several outlets… Continue reading Minneapolis: Walz, Frey under DOJ probe
Minneapolis City Hall Rally Clash Injures Jake Lang
Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A protest near Minneapolis City Hall turned tense Saturday. Two rival groups faced off downtown. Jake Lang, 29, led a small rally called “March Against Fraud.” Reuters reports he was pardoned for Jan. 6-related convictions. Reuters also reports he is running for U.S. Senate in Florida. Hundreds of anti-ICE protesters… Continue reading Minneapolis City Hall Rally Clash Injures Jake Lang
Moorhead SWAT Team Arrests Wanted Man
Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — Moorhead Police say the Red River Valley SWAT Team helped officers arrest a wanted man during a high-risk search warrant at a city apartment building. High-Risk Warrant Served On South Moorhead Apartment According to a news release, the operation happened Tuesday at about 4 p.m. Officers and the Red River Valley SWAT… Continue reading Moorhead SWAT Team Arrests Wanted Man
Hennepin County: Ex Chamber CEO Mail Fraud Plea
Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — Former Minneapolis Regional Chamber CEO Jonathan Weinhagen has pleaded guilty to federal mail fraud. Prosecutors say the 42-year-old admitted guilt Monday in U.S. District Court in St. Paul. He pleaded guilty to one count of mail fraud. According to court records, Weinhagen stole more than $200,000 from the chamber over several… Continue reading Hennepin County: Ex Chamber CEO Mail Fraud Plea