22nd Luminary Loppet lights up Lake of the Isles with magic

The 22nd Annual Luminary Loppet transformed Lake of the Isles into a magical winter wonderland with thousands of candlelights.

Luminary Loppet honors Alex Pretti, Renee Good
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The Luminary Loppet was held in Minneapolis Saturday. Some ice sculptures honored Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed by federal immigration agents. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story. 

Polar Plunge in Maple Grove for Special Olympics
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FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard participated in a Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics in Maple Grove Saturday. 

Black History Month book collection shared by U of M
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February is Black History Month and the University of Minnesota Press has carefully curated a collection of books that look back on history and toward the future. Plus, with the current immigration enforcement operation underway, they have also pulled together a large collection focused on understanding ICE.

 Joy On The Pond: Outdoor mite hockey tournament
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The Minnesota Vikings and InSport Foundation are partnering for a unique outdoor hockey tournament at Vikings Lakes in Eagan on Saturday, Feb. 7. The proceeds go to help more players take part in various sports year round. More than 700 young hockey players are expected to come out.

Medicaid provider pleads guilty in 'phantom' medical rides scheme

A woman pleaded guilty to felony charges for her role in a massive criminal enterprise that billed the Medicaid program for "phantom" services.

ICE is frustrating judges and exhausting DOJ attorneys

The U.S. Attorney’s Office is struggling to tread water as it deals with a flood of legal challenges, violations of court orders and frustrated judges.

MN weather: Sunny start on Saturday, warming trend ahead
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Expect seasonable temperatures on Saturday with cloud cover slowly increasing throughout the day. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the full forecast. 

Snow sculptures honor ICE shooting victims
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A snow sculpture in honor of Renee Good will be unveiled at Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis on Saturday night as part of a vigil for ICE victims.

Hennepin Co. sheriff weighs ICE help
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Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt is navigating the complexities of cooperating with ICE amid an immigration crackdown, while remaining concerned about the impact on local prosecutions if ICE takes custody of violent offenders.

Timberwolves’ Tim Connelly discusses trades
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Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly discusses the trades for Ayo Dosunmu and Jordan Phillips, highlighting what he believes they will bring to the team this season.

Lawmakers visit Whipple Detention Facility
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The federal Whipple Detention Facility, used by ICE agents to hold detainees in Minnesota, was visited by three lawmakers on Friday. FOX 9’s Rob Olson is live outside with the latest.

US Rep. Morrison conducts oversight at Whipple, 2 other lawmakers denied access

U.S. Representatives Kelly Morrison, Angie Craig and Betty McCollum made an unannounced visit to the Whipple detention facility, highlighting concerns over conditions and health protocols.

DHS highlights arrests despite 'agitators'
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The Department of Homeland Security is blaming "agitators" for blocking ICE arrests in the state. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.