Secret War: Hmong veterans still fighting
The CIA recruited tens of thousands of Hmong men and boys as surrogate fighters for the U.S. in the Secret War in Laos during the 1960s and 1970s. Approximately 35,000 Hmong died protecting American interests in Southeast Asia. SGU Veterans continue to fight for recognition from the U.S. government for their sacrifices.
The CIA recruited tens of thousands of Hmong men and boys as surrogate fighters for the U.S. in the Secret War in Laos during the 1960s and 1970s. Approximately 35,000 Hmong died protecting American interests in Southeast Asia. SGU Veterans continue to fight for recognition from the U.S. government for their sacrifices.
Hmong Story Cloth: Preserving history
Story cloths are one of several types of Hmong needlework and fabric arts known as paj ntaub, or "flower cloth." It’s an art form that’s been a part of the Hmong culture for centuries. Paj ntaub is most often found on traditional Hmong clothing, but can be found on traditional Hmong clothing, blankets, baby carriers and other home décor.
Story cloths are one of several types of Hmong needlework and fabric arts known as paj ntaub, or "flower cloth." It’s an art form that’s been a part of the Hmong culture for centuries. Paj ntaub is most often found on traditional Hmong clothing, but can be found on traditional Hmong clothing, blankets, baby carriers and other home décor.
50 years of Hmong in Minnesota: A Timeline
This year (2025) marks 50 years since the first Hmong refugees arrived in the United States. Today, 330,000 Hmong people reside in the U.S., with nearly a third of them living in Minnesota. However, their journey to get to the U.S. goes back even further.
This year (2025) marks 50 years since the first Hmong refugees arrived in the United States. Today, 330,000 Hmong people reside in the U.S., with nearly a third of them living in Minnesota. However, their journey to get to the U.S. goes back even further.
Lake Street ICE protest: Community groups march in support of immigrants
Several community groups marched on Lake Street in Minneapolis to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the state.
Several community groups marched on Lake Street in Minneapolis to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the state.
Nearly 200 immigrants take oath in St. Paul, become naturalized U.S. citizens
Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the U.S. at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday.
Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the U.S. at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday.
Naturalized U.S. citizens ceremonies held
Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the United States at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday, becoming naturalized U.S. citizens.
Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the United States at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday, becoming naturalized U.S. citizens.
Trump suspends green card program
President Donald Trump has order DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to halt the green card program that allowed the Brown University shooter to come to the U.S.
President Donald Trump has order DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to halt the green card program that allowed the Brown University shooter to come to the U.S.
Trump suspends green card lottery program following Brown University, MIT shootings
President Donald Trump has suspended the green card lottery program that allowed the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings to come to the United States. Here’s what we know.
President Donald Trump has suspended the green card lottery program that allowed the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings to come to the United States. Here’s what we know.
Trump addresses nation, attacks Somalis in MN
President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the nation, promising an economic boom and touting his immigration policies, while also once again attacking Somalis in Minnesota.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the nation, promising an economic boom and touting his immigration policies, while also once again attacking Somalis in Minnesota.
Minneapolis man accused of tackling ICE agent during Monday protest
A man is accused of threatening and tackling an ICE agent during a chaotic protest on Monday in Minneapolis as agents attempted to make arrests near Karmel.
A man is accused of threatening and tackling an ICE agent during a chaotic protest on Monday in Minneapolis as agents attempted to make arrests near Karmel.
Milwaukee County Judge Dugan trial: Live updates Wednesday, Dec. 17
The government rested its case against Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
The government rested its case against Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Minneapolis PD chief worries about 'instability' created by ICE operation
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara expressed concerns about the “instability" created by the ongoing ICE operation in Twin Cities, especially confusion caused when federal agents aren't clearly identified.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara expressed concerns about the “instability" created by the ongoing ICE operation in Twin Cities, especially confusion caused when federal agents aren't clearly identified.
Witnesses conflict with ICE account
Protesters clashed with immigration authorities in south Minneapolis on Monday afternoon, but a day later both sides offered conflicting accounts of how the chaos unfolded.
Protesters clashed with immigration authorities in south Minneapolis on Monday afternoon, but a day later both sides offered conflicting accounts of how the chaos unfolded.
Chanhassen ICE operation: Authorities say enforcement was targeted
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said ICE agents were in Chanhassen to make an arrest as part of a targeted enforcement operation.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said ICE agents were in Chanhassen to make an arrest as part of a targeted enforcement operation.
Witness, ICE offer conflicting accounts of chaotic clash in Minneapolis
Protesters clashed with immigration authorities in south Minneapolis on Monday afternoon, but a day later both sides offered conflicting accounts of how the chaos unfolded.
Protesters clashed with immigration authorities in south Minneapolis on Monday afternoon, but a day later both sides offered conflicting accounts of how the chaos unfolded.
Milwaukee County Judge Dugan trial: Live updates Tuesday, Dec. 16
A Milwaukee County judge, five federal agents and others testified Tuesday in the trial of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan.
A Milwaukee County judge, five federal agents and others testified Tuesday in the trial of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan.
DHS says Rep. Omar’s son was not pulled over by ICE, despite claims
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar recently made claims that her son had been pulled over by ICE agents, but the Department of Homeland Security says it has no record of the stop.
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar recently made claims that her son had been pulled over by ICE agents, but the Department of Homeland Security says it has no record of the stop.
Rosemount woman from Mexico faces deportation, attorney says
A Rosemount woman from Mexico faces deportation after she was detained at her green card interview in Minneapolis on Wednesday, her attorney said.
A Rosemount woman from Mexico faces deportation after she was detained at her green card interview in Minneapolis on Wednesday, her attorney said.
St. Paul woman in turmoil after ICE detains husband unexpectedly
A St. Paul woman is reeling after her husband was unexpectedly taken into ICE custody, despite his ongoing path to U.S. citizenship.
A St. Paul woman is reeling after her husband was unexpectedly taken into ICE custody, despite his ongoing path to U.S. citizenship.
ICE protests continue in Minneapolis, agents swarmed near Karmel Mall
A chaotic situation between federal immigration enforcement officials and protesters erupted on Monday in Minneapolis, with one witness telling FOX 9 that a family member was taken into custody. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard spoke with one woman who says her husband had been detained.
A chaotic situation between federal immigration enforcement officials and protesters erupted on Monday in Minneapolis, with one witness telling FOX 9 that a family member was taken into custody. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard spoke with one woman who says her husband had been detained.