MIKE MOEN Minnesota News Connection

Minnesota is among the states where legal aid groups are ramping up their work in response to heightened immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. They say their commitment hasn’t ...

New polling indicates Americans aren’t keen on the idea of data centers coming to their communities. That’s reflected in a patchwork of opposition to Minnesota projects, with local ...

On the heels of the Trump administration laying off federal workers during the government shutdown, some state workers in Minnesota watch with worry. The budget stalemate in Washington is trickling ...

New data show improvements in reducing job vacancy rates in Minnesota but researchers said the numbers are still too stubbornly high in most rural regions. The Center for Rural Policy and ...

Minnesota lawmakers remain in crunch time mode in getting a budget passed, with a special session needed and there is spirited debate about whether health coverage for undocumented adults should be ...

Large wildfires have ravaged parts of northeastern Minnesota and relief organizations are out in full force to assist displaced residents. They said monetary donations help, while hoping others are ...

Minnesota is becoming less reliant on energy imports to power up homes and businesses. That’s a key finding in the latest summary of contributions from renewable sources. The 2025 fact sheet ...

Minnesota officials have launched a new online tool detailing how the state is being affected by federal cuts. Public health workers keeping an eye on things such as foodborne illnesses have said ...

Minnesota is considered a national leader for community solar opportunities but a successful state program expanding solar access would end in the next few years if a bill is signed into law. ...

Social and economic disruptions are among the impacts reported by Minnesota Latino support organizations as they monitor the Trump administration’s mass deportation efforts. A coordinated ...