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February 17, 2026

Fifth Defendant Convicted in Statewide Meth Trafficking Case

(St. Paul, MN) — A 47-year-old Minnesota man is the fifth defendant convicted in a large-scale meth trafficking conspiracy tied to a Mexican cartel. Federal prosecutors say Eric Rodriguez was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute meth and possession with intent to distribute. Investigators say he worked with the Sinaloa Cartel, which moved large shipments […]

February 17, 2026

MN Lawmakers Heading into First Session Without Melissa Hortman

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Legislature convenes today (Noon) with both chambers set to gavel in before joining together for a memorial honoring the late House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman. Lawmakers from the House and Senate will gather in the House chamber to pay tribute to Hortman, who served as Speaker from 2019 […]

February 16, 2026

NOTICE for SCMC Urgent & Respiratory Care Clinic Monday, February 16: The Urgent & Respiratory Clinic at SCMC will have APPOINTMENTS ONLY for the remainder of today. Call 320-589-7636.

NOTICE for SCMC Urgent & Respiratory Care Clinic Monday, February 16: The Urgent & Respiratory Clinic at SCMC will have APPOINTMENTS ONLY for the remainder of today. Call 320-589-7636.

February 16, 2026

FBI Will Not Give BCA Evidence or Info in Fatal Shooting of Alex Pretti

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — The FBI has formally notified the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) it will not provide state investigators with any information or evidence in the January 24th shooting death of Alex Pretti. The BCA has reiterated its request for information, access to evidence, and cooperation in the January 7th fatal […]

February 13, 2026

Kandiyohi County Grain Bin Rescue

A man from Spicer was rescued after being trapped in a grain bin Thursday afternoon. At just before 1:30pm, the Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a 65-year-old man who was trapped in a grain bin in the 5000 block of 22nd St SW, just southwest of Willmar. On arrival, deputies learned the man […]

February 12, 2026

Klobuchar Cheers House Passage of Bill Ending Tariffs on Canada

(Learfield News/Washington, DC) — U-S Senator Amy Klobuchar is cheering House passage of legislation that would repeal President Trump’s tariffs on Canada. Klobuchar said in a statement, “Canada is Minnesota’s top trading partner, but these chaotic tariffs are jeopardizing that relationship – and increasing costs for Minnesota families.” Six House Republicans joined Democrats in passing […]

February 10, 2026

Walz to Discuss Impact of ICE Presence on Minnesota Small Businesses

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — Governor Tim Walz is speaking out today about the impacts the federal immigration surge is having on small businesses in Minnesota. The governor’s office says the presence of ICE has resulted in reduced foot traffic, staffing disruptions, lost wages and revenues, and partial or full business closures. Walz will be […]

February 10, 2026

MN Flag Sales Soaring During ICE Surge

(Learfield News/Undated) — Minnesota flag sales are surging amid ICE’s Operation Metro Surge. Some residents are buying flags to show state pride and to signal their opposition to the influx of federal immigration officers. Lee Harold, owner of Herold Flags in Rochester, says Minnesota flag sales have jumped 75 percent since the operation began. The […]

February 9, 2026

ICE’s Top Prosecutor in Minnesota Retires

(Learfield News/Minneapolis, MN) — The top attorney for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minnesota is stepping down. Jim Stolley, the agency’s chief counsel in the state, has announced his retirement after 31 years in public service. His departure comes as immigration authorities face increased scrutiny from federal judges over multiple failures to comply with […]

February 6, 2026

Police Arrest Man for Damaging Ice Sculpture at State Capitol

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — An ice sculpture bearing the message “Prosecute ICE” was destroyed outside the Minnesota State Capitol just hours after it was unveiled Thursday. Authorities say 30-year-old Jake Lang of Lake Worth, Florida, a pardoned January 6 insurrectionist, posted a video on social media showing himself knocking over the sculpture. Capitol security […]
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