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The history of activism and protest in Minnesota

The history of activism and protest in Minnesota

Minnesota is at the center of a federal ICE operation and some people are responding as protesters, volunteers or legal observers. Coming up at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about what the tactics reveal about the future of protests.

ICE attorney to judge: ‘This job sucks’

ICE attorney to judge: ‘This job sucks’

A federal judge admonished DHS for repeatedly defying court orders to release detainees, as government lawyers described widespread noncompliance during Minnesota’s immigration crackdown.

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Lead removal and zoning among greater Minnesota's 2026 legislative priorities

Lead removal and zoning among greater Minnesota's 2026 legislative priorities

The coalition of cities worries their priorities will be passed over as lawmakers’ attention remains on ICE and fraud.

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Gil Scott-Heron's message for the 1970s — and today

Gil Scott-Heron's message for the 1970s — and today

Gil Scott-Heron was a self-described ‘bluesologist’ and a bold voice of social activism in music in the 1970s and ‘80s. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.

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Interview: Billy Bragg talks about "City of Heroes" and shares words of solidarity for the people of Minnesota

Interview: Billy Bragg talks about "City of Heroes" and shares words of solidarity for the people of Minnesota

Musician and activist Billy Bragg spoke with host Zach McCormick about his song, “City of Heroes,” dedicated to the city of Minneapolis, and shared words of support to Minnesota as resistance continues all across the state.