Former ICE counsel speaks out at Senate shadow hearing
A former assistant counsel who helped with ICE training testified about improper practices he witnessed while employed by the Department of Homeland Security.
A former assistant counsel who helped with ICE training testified about improper practices he witnessed while employed by the Department of Homeland Security.
ICE in MN: Sharp drop in immigration habeas filings
Immigration-related court challenges dropped significantly last week amid the Trump Administration’s drawdown of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Paul Blume digs into the numbers, and details the lifting of a contempt order.
Immigration-related court challenges dropped significantly last week amid the Trump Administration’s drawdown of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Paul Blume digs into the numbers, and details the lifting of a contempt order.
ICE whistleblower: Cadets would graduate no matter what
No matter how badly they broke the law during training, ICE whistleblower Ryan Schwank said ICE would push cadets through the graduation process.
No matter how badly they broke the law during training, ICE whistleblower Ryan Schwank said ICE would push cadets through the graduation process.
ICE whistleblower: We were told not to keep records
Ryan Schwank, a former attorney for ICE, is speaking out about ICE training nd policies he oversaw while with the agency.
Ryan Schwank, a former attorney for ICE, is speaking out about ICE training nd policies he oversaw while with the agency.
Valley Sweets opens in Apple Valley
A candy shop with treats from all over the world is now open in the Shops on Galaxie retail complex in Apple Valley. The owners also run Valley Diner across the hall.
A candy shop with treats from all over the world is now open in the Shops on Galaxie retail complex in Apple Valley. The owners also run Valley Diner across the hall.
Alex Pretti memorial march marks 1 month since fatal shooting
A march to honor Alex Pretti is being held in Minneapolis to mark one month since he was fatally shot by Border Patrol Agents.
A march to honor Alex Pretti is being held in Minneapolis to mark one month since he was fatally shot by Border Patrol Agents.
DOC head on Twin Cities immigration confusion: FULL INTERVIEW
As immigration operations draw down in the Twin Cities, FOX 9's Rob Olson sat down with MN Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell. Commissioner Schnell spoke about the mass confusion and discrepancies between DHS and local agencies throughout Operation Metro Surge, and his testimony before the U.S. Senate where some lawmakers were looking to figure out exactly what triggered the swarm of federal agents to Minnesota.
As immigration operations draw down in the Twin Cities, FOX 9's Rob Olson sat down with MN Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell. Commissioner Schnell spoke about the mass confusion and discrepancies between DHS and local agencies throughout Operation Metro Surge, and his testimony before the U.S. Senate where some lawmakers were looking to figure out exactly what triggered the swarm of federal agents to Minnesota.
Minnesota mayors seeking financial help after Operation Metro Surge
About 20 Minnesota mayors were at the State Capitol Thursday, making their push for state funding to help undo some damage done as a result of Operation Metro Surge in their cities. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
About 20 Minnesota mayors were at the State Capitol Thursday, making their push for state funding to help undo some damage done as a result of Operation Metro Surge in their cities. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Minnesota mayors push for state funding to undo ICE surge damage
Mayors from around 20 cities in Minnesota are urging the state for financial assistance to address budget challenges worsened by Operation Metro Surge.
Mayors from around 20 cities in Minnesota are urging the state for financial assistance to address budget challenges worsened by Operation Metro Surge.
Amy Klobuchar, Tina Smith urge DOJ to cooperate in Alex Pretti shooting investigation
Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith wrote a letter Thursday to Attorney General Pam Bondi, urging the U.S. Department of Justice to cooperate with the investigation of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti involving a Border Patrol agent.
Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith wrote a letter Thursday to Attorney General Pam Bondi, urging the U.S. Department of Justice to cooperate with the investigation of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti involving a Border Patrol agent.
Minneapolis City Council members on ICE recovery efforts
Minneapolis City Council members spoke Thursday about ICE recovery efforts and the economic impacts of Operation Metro Surge.
Minneapolis City Council members spoke Thursday about ICE recovery efforts and the economic impacts of Operation Metro Surge.
Minnesota mayors detail ICE surge impacts, recovery plan
Minnesota's Cities for Safe and Stable Communities Coalition announces its recovery plans and 2026 legislative agenda after Operation Metro Surge. Speakers, including the mayors of Hopkins, Brooklyn Center, Golden Valley, and Eden Prairie, discussed how their communities are responding to the effects of the federal enforcement operation.
Minnesota's Cities for Safe and Stable Communities Coalition announces its recovery plans and 2026 legislative agenda after Operation Metro Surge. Speakers, including the mayors of Hopkins, Brooklyn Center, Golden Valley, and Eden Prairie, discussed how their communities are responding to the effects of the federal enforcement operation.
State in 'good shape' to seek charges in Good, Pretti shootings
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says the state is in "good shape" to consider charges in the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says the state is in "good shape" to consider charges in the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Minnesota school leaders demand laws to curb ICE impact
School administrators across Minnesota are advocating for legislative changes in response to the impacts of Operation Metro Surge.
School administrators across Minnesota are advocating for legislative changes in response to the impacts of Operation Metro Surge.
Government attorney held in civil contempt in Operation Metro Surge fallout
A judge is holding a government attorney in civil contempt over court violations during Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the latest.
A judge is holding a government attorney in civil contempt over court violations during Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the latest.
U2 releases tribute song to honor Renee Good
U2 has released a new song honoring Renee Good, who was killed in Minneapolis by an Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in January.
U2 has released a new song honoring Renee Good, who was killed in Minneapolis by an Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in January.
Renee Good memorial site damaged in fire, being investigated as 'suspicious'
Authorities say the memorial site near where Renee Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent was damaged in a fire Tuesday night.
Authorities say the memorial site near where Renee Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent was damaged in a fire Tuesday night.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 2]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part two of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part two of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 3]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part three of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part three of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 1]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part one of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part one of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.