Fort in court, Hortmans honored & legislature back in session
Georgia Fort appears in court today, and we cover reactions to her arraignment. Lawmakers honor Melissa Hortman as the MN Legislature returns for day one back in session, and we break down what else to expect in the weeks ahead. All this and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.
Georgia Fort appears in court today, and we cover reactions to her arraignment. Lawmakers honor Melissa Hortman as the MN Legislature returns for day one back in session, and we break down what else to expect in the weeks ahead. All this and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.
Minneapolis council debates liquor licenses for hotels housing ICE agents
The Minneapolis City Council on Tuesday debated liquor licenses for two hotels, Canopy and The Depot, after they alleged hosted ICE agents during Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
The Minneapolis City Council on Tuesday debated liquor licenses for two hotels, Canopy and The Depot, after they alleged hosted ICE agents during Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
Minneapolis council debates seat for Graduate Hotel GM
The Minneapolis City Council Committee of the Whole voted against recommending the Graduate Hotel general manager for a seat on an advisory board.
The Minneapolis City Council Committee of the Whole voted against recommending the Graduate Hotel general manager for a seat on an advisory board.
DHS vehicle involved in Mankato crash, minor injuries reported
A vehicle belonging to the Department of Homeland Security was involved in a crash Tuesday morning in Mankato, according to police.
A vehicle belonging to the Department of Homeland Security was involved in a crash Tuesday morning in Mankato, according to police.
ICE tactics questioned after Brooklyn Center man lured from home, detained
Jesus Flores was arrested by ICE agents in Brooklyn Center last Thursday after two women, claiming they were having car troubl,e knocked on his door. The arrest unfolded on a neighbor's security camera. Flores is an undocumented immigrant who had previously been deported, and came back to the country. His family says he's not a criminal.
Jesus Flores was arrested by ICE agents in Brooklyn Center last Thursday after two women, claiming they were having car troubl,e knocked on his door. The arrest unfolded on a neighbor's security camera. Flores is an undocumented immigrant who had previously been deported, and came back to the country. His family says he's not a criminal.
ICE access to Minnesota schools restricted under new DFL proposal
A bill set to be proposed this legislative session would severely limit when immigration enforcement agents could be present in Minnesota schools, and where they could go when they are.
A bill set to be proposed this legislative session would severely limit when immigration enforcement agents could be present in Minnesota schools, and where they could go when they are.
Detainment tactic questioned by family
A man detained in Brooklyn Center has some questioning the methods that law enforcement used in the process. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the details.
A man detained in Brooklyn Center has some questioning the methods that law enforcement used in the process. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the details.
ICE tactics questioned after Brooklyn Center man lured from home, detained
Jesus Flores was taken into ICE custody on Feb. 12 after two women came to his door in Brooklyn Center home and told him they were having car trouble and needed help. Flores was deported more than 15 years ago and remains undocumented.
Jesus Flores was taken into ICE custody on Feb. 12 after two women came to his door in Brooklyn Center home and told him they were having car trouble and needed help. Flores was deported more than 15 years ago and remains undocumented.
ICE enforcement, fraud among big topics to start 2026 legislative session
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session starts Tuesday at the State Capitol, and two big topics likely to drum up a lot of discussion are ICE enforcement and ongoing fraud in the state. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session starts Tuesday at the State Capitol, and two big topics likely to drum up a lot of discussion are ICE enforcement and ongoing fraud in the state. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.
DFL lawmakers outline bills to respond to ICE
Minnesota DFL lawmakers and the ACLU of Minnesota are calling for accountability following "Operation Metro Surge."
Minnesota DFL lawmakers and the ACLU of Minnesota are calling for accountability following "Operation Metro Surge."
DHS shutdown: TSA and FEMA face major disruptions
A deadlock in Washington is once again disrupting federal operations with no clear timeline for a resolution. The latest government shutdown centers on Department of Homeland Security funding, as Democrats and Republicans blame each other for failing to reach a deal.
A deadlock in Washington is once again disrupting federal operations with no clear timeline for a resolution. The latest government shutdown centers on Department of Homeland Security funding, as Democrats and Republicans blame each other for failing to reach a deal.
Alex Pretti shooting: Minnesota BCA says FBI officially denied them access to evidence in case
The Minnesota BCA has announced the FBI has officially informed the agency it will not allow the state access to evidence in the shooting of Alex Pretti at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis last month.
The Minnesota BCA has announced the FBI has officially informed the agency it will not allow the state access to evidence in the shooting of Alex Pretti at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis last month.
Operation Metro Surge: Federal agents withdrawing from Minnesota
With Operation Metro Surge coming to an end after about 10 weeks, thousands of federal agents are leaving Minnesota. Border Czar Tom Homan declared the immigration enforcement over at a Thursday news conference. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
With Operation Metro Surge coming to an end after about 10 weeks, thousands of federal agents are leaving Minnesota. Border Czar Tom Homan declared the immigration enforcement over at a Thursday news conference. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Operation Metro Surge: How many federal agents have left Minnesota?
Border Czar Tom Homan says the significant drawdown is already well underway and more than 1,000 federal immigration agents have left Minnesota, according to the Associated Press.
Border Czar Tom Homan says the significant drawdown is already well underway and more than 1,000 federal immigration agents have left Minnesota, according to the Associated Press.
MIRAC hosts anti-ICE rally in Minneapolis
A large group of anti-ICE protesters gathered in Minneapolis Sunday afternoon and they had a clear message: "The fight is not over." They held the rally Sunday after Border Czar Tom Homan declared the end of Operation Metro Surge on Thursday, and federal agents are leaving Minnesota.
A large group of anti-ICE protesters gathered in Minneapolis Sunday afternoon and they had a clear message: "The fight is not over." They held the rally Sunday after Border Czar Tom Homan declared the end of Operation Metro Surge on Thursday, and federal agents are leaving Minnesota.
Operation Metro Surge: How many federal agents have left Minnesota?
Border Czar Tom Homan announced Thursday the end of Operation Metro Surge, and a drawdown in federal agents from Minnesota. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim tell us how many agents have already left the state, and the next steps.
Border Czar Tom Homan announced Thursday the end of Operation Metro Surge, and a drawdown in federal agents from Minnesota. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim tell us how many agents have already left the state, and the next steps.
DHS shutdown: Border czar Tom Homan signals no compromising on masks
Border czar Tom Homan said this weekend that the administration was unwilling to agree to Democrats' demands that ICE officers clearly identify themselves and remove masks during operations.
Border czar Tom Homan said this weekend that the administration was unwilling to agree to Democrats' demands that ICE officers clearly identify themselves and remove masks during operations.
Judge orders ICE to stop rapid transfers of detainees out of Minnesota
A federal court issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against ICE to address claims of non-citizen detainees having their constitutional rights violated at the Whipple Federal Building.
A federal court issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against ICE to address claims of non-citizen detainees having their constitutional rights violated at the Whipple Federal Building.
Immigrant rights activists march in Minneapolis
The Minnesota Immigrants' Rights Action Committee held a march through the streets of Minneapolis on Sunday as ICE pledged to wind down its operation in the city.
The Minnesota Immigrants' Rights Action Committee held a march through the streets of Minneapolis on Sunday as ICE pledged to wind down its operation in the city.
DHS shutdown: These agencies will feel the biggest impact
Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.
Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.