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Family members say Alex Pretti was an intensive care nurse at a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hospital who cared deeply about people and was upset by President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in his city.
Minneapolis mourns ICU nurse killed by a Border Patrol agent
Family members say Alex Pretti was an ICU nurse who cared deeply about people and was upset by Trump’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Family members say Alex Pretti was an intensive care nurse at a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hospital who cared deeply about people and was upset by President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in his city.
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension filed a lawsuit to prevent the federal government from destroying evidence in the case.
Judge to hear lawsuit regarding evidence in Alex Pretti killing
A lawsuit filed by the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office and the BCA to stop the federal government from destroying evidence in the Alex Pretti killing will be heard in court.
sahanjournal.com
January 26, 2026 at 6:27 PM
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension filed a lawsuit to prevent the federal government from destroying evidence in the case.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara confirmed that federal immigration agents shot and killed a man on Nicollet Avenue Saturday morning, marking the third time an agent shot a civilian in the city this month.
BREAKING: Federal agents shoot, kill Minneapolis man on Nicollet
Federal immigration agents shot and killed a Minneapolis man on Nicollet Avenue Saturday morning.
sahanjournal.com
January 24, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara confirmed that federal immigration agents shot and killed a man on Nicollet Avenue Saturday morning, marking the third time an agent shot a civilian in the city this month.
The reported shooting Saturday morning is the third such incident in the city this month.
Federal agents reportedly shoot man on Nicollet Ave. in Minneapolis
Federal immigration agents reportedly shot a man on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis Saturday morning.
sahanjournal.com
January 24, 2026 at 4:35 PM
The reported shooting Saturday morning is the third such incident in the city this month.
Minnesota businesses closed Friday for the ICE out economic shut down to protest ICE. Protesters rallied downtown and marched to the Target Center.
Minnesota businesses shutdown to protest ICE
Minnesota businesses closed Friday for the ICE out economic shut down to protest ICE. Protesters rallied downtown and marched to the Target Center.
sahanjournal.com
January 24, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Minnesota businesses closed Friday for the ICE out economic shut down to protest ICE. Protesters rallied downtown and marched to the Target Center.
Here are more ways you can support your neighbors as ICE activity continues in Minnesota.
Written by Abe Asher and Hannah Ihekoronye.
Written by Abe Asher and Hannah Ihekoronye.
Ways to help as ICE activity ramps up in Minnesota
As ICE presence continues to upend the daily lives of Minnesotans, here’s how the community is working to support neighbors.
sahanjournal.com
January 23, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Here are more ways you can support your neighbors as ICE activity continues in Minnesota.
Written by Abe Asher and Hannah Ihekoronye.
Written by Abe Asher and Hannah Ihekoronye.
Minnesota businesses closed Friday for the ICE out economic shut down to protest ICE. Protesters rallied downtown and marched to the Target Center.
By Chris Juhn
By Chris Juhn
Minnesota businesses shutdown to protest ICE
Minnesota businesses closed Friday for the ICE out economic shut down to protest ICE. Protesters rallied downtown and marched to the Target Center.
sahanjournal.com
January 23, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Minnesota businesses closed Friday for the ICE out economic shut down to protest ICE. Protesters rallied downtown and marched to the Target Center.
By Chris Juhn
By Chris Juhn
The family of Victor Manuel Diaz, a Nicaraguan man who died at a federal immigration facility in Texas after being detained in Minnesota, say they doubt ICE's claim that he committed suicide.
Written by Shubhanjana Das
Written by Shubhanjana Das
Family questions ICE suicide ruling in death of Nicaraguan man
The family of Victor Manuel Diaz, a Nicaraguan man who died at a federal immigration facility in Texas after being detained in Minnesota, say they doubt ICE's claim that he committed suicide.
sahanjournal.com
January 22, 2026 at 11:02 PM
The family of Victor Manuel Diaz, a Nicaraguan man who died at a federal immigration facility in Texas after being detained in Minnesota, say they doubt ICE's claim that he committed suicide.
Written by Shubhanjana Das
Written by Shubhanjana Das
ICE’s “less lethal” weapons, including tear gas and pepper spray pellets, have serious health impacts, experts say. One Minneapolis family’s infant lost consciousness after exposure.
Written by Andrew Hazzard
Written by Andrew Hazzard
How ICE’s use of tear gas in Minnesota causes serious harm
ICE’s “less lethal” weapons, including tear gas and pepper spray pellets, have serious health impacts, experts say. One Minneapolis family’s infant lost consciousness after exposure.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:37 PM
ICE’s “less lethal” weapons, including tear gas and pepper spray pellets, have serious health impacts, experts say. One Minneapolis family’s infant lost consciousness after exposure.
Written by Andrew Hazzard
Written by Andrew Hazzard
How to navigate the mental health impacts of immigration-related trauma, according to psychologists in Minnesota.
Written by Anna Nguyen
Written by Anna Nguyen
A guide to mental health care as ICE activity continues in Minnesota
How to navigate the mental health impacts of immigration-related trauma, according to psychologists in Minnesota.
sahanjournal.com
January 22, 2026 at 4:56 PM
How to navigate the mental health impacts of immigration-related trauma, according to psychologists in Minnesota.
Written by Anna Nguyen
Written by Anna Nguyen
Vice President JD Vance visits Minneapolis amid Trump’s immigration crackdown and will address the press.
By Joey Peters
By Joey Peters
Vance visits Minneapolis as immigration crackdown takes children, citizens
Vice President JD Vance visits Minneapolis amid Trump’s immigration crackdown and will address the press.
sahanjournal.com
January 22, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Vice President JD Vance visits Minneapolis amid Trump’s immigration crackdown and will address the press.
By Joey Peters
By Joey Peters
The Justice Department quickly opened a civil rights investigation after the group interrupted services at Cities Church in St. Paul.
Activist Nekima Levy Armstrong arrested for St. Paul church protest
The Justice Department quickly opened a civil rights investigation after the group interrupted services at Cities Church in St. Paul.
sahanjournal.com
January 22, 2026 at 3:22 PM
The Justice Department quickly opened a civil rights investigation after the group interrupted services at Cities Church in St. Paul.
Pastor Victor Martinez congregation has dwindled since President Donald Trump began an immigration enforcement surge in the Twin Cities.
From North News
From North News
North Minneapolis pastor redefines his ministry in ICE-occupied city
Pastor Victor Martinez congregation has dwindled since President Donald Trump began an immigration enforcement surge in the Twin Cities.
sahanjournal.com
January 20, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Pastor Victor Martinez congregation has dwindled since President Donald Trump began an immigration enforcement surge in the Twin Cities.
From North News
From North News
Federal prosecutors served six grand jury subpoenas Tuesday to Minnesota officials as part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded federal law enforcement.
DOJ subpoenas Walz and others in immigration enforcement obstruction probe
Federal prosecutors served six grand jury subpoenas Tuesday to Minnesota officials as part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded federal law enforcement.
sahanjournal.com
January 20, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Federal prosecutors served six grand jury subpoenas Tuesday to Minnesota officials as part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded federal law enforcement.
Alberto Castaneda Mondragon, who is in ICE custody while hospitalized at Hennepin County Medical Center, alleges in a lawsuit that federal agents are interfering in his medical care and that he was solely detained because of his appearance.
By Katrina Pross
By Katrina Pross
Minn. man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after ICE arrest
Alberto Castaneda Mondragon, who is in ICE custody while hospitalized at Hennepin County Medical Center, alleges in a lawsuit that federal agents are interfering in his medical care and that he was so...
sahanjournal.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Alberto Castaneda Mondragon, who is in ICE custody while hospitalized at Hennepin County Medical Center, alleges in a lawsuit that federal agents are interfering in his medical care and that he was solely detained because of his appearance.
By Katrina Pross
By Katrina Pross
As ICE intensifies action in Minnesota, Somali leaders in St. Cloud said they’re seeing federal agents primarily target newer refugees with temporary immigration status.
Written by Mohamud Farah
Written by Mohamud Farah
ICE targets Somali community in St. Cloud
Tensions have risen sharply in St. Cloud, highlighted by confrontations between ICE agents and protesters at a Somali shopping center.
sahanjournal.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:59 PM
As ICE intensifies action in Minnesota, Somali leaders in St. Cloud said they’re seeing federal agents primarily target newer refugees with temporary immigration status.
Written by Mohamud Farah
Written by Mohamud Farah
People attempting to visit detainees from Minnesota at the Fort Bliss immigration holding facility have been turned away following the death of a Nicaraguan man.
From @elpasomatters.bsky.social
From @elpasomatters.bsky.social
Minnesota detainees denied visitors after 3rd death at ICE facility
People attempting to visit detainees from Minnesota at the Fort Bliss immigration holding facility have been turned away following the death of a Nicaraguan man.
sahanjournal.com
January 20, 2026 at 3:44 PM
People attempting to visit detainees from Minnesota at the Fort Bliss immigration holding facility have been turned away following the death of a Nicaraguan man.
From @elpasomatters.bsky.social
From @elpasomatters.bsky.social
Pitalasig’s father was detained by ICE and sent to El Paso the day before. His father’s cancer is in remission after treatments.
From North News
From North News
ICE arrested North High student at work
On Jan. 12, ICE detained North High student while he was at work after missing missed one routine court date.
sahanjournal.com
January 19, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Pitalasig’s father was detained by ICE and sent to El Paso the day before. His father’s cancer is in remission after treatments.
From North News
From North News
Demand for civilian observer training has shot up since Renee Good’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis. Organizers say they’re boosting their focus on safety to respond to increasingly aggressive ICE actions towards observers.
By Shubhanjana Das
By Shubhanjana Das
In wake of Renee Good killing, civilian observers adjust tactics
Demand for civilian observer training has shot up since Renee Good’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis. Organizers say they’re boosting their focus on safety to respond to increasingly aggressive ICE acti...
sahanjournal.com
January 19, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Demand for civilian observer training has shot up since Renee Good’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis. Organizers say they’re boosting their focus on safety to respond to increasingly aggressive ICE actions towards observers.
By Shubhanjana Das
By Shubhanjana Das
The DOJ is investigating a group of protesters who disrupted services at a church where a local official with ICE apparently serves as a pastor.
DOJ vows to press charges after activists disrupt church where Minnesota ICE official is a pastor
The DOJ is investigating a group of protesters who disrupted services at a church where a local official with ICE apparently serves as a pastor.
sahanjournal.com
January 19, 2026 at 3:46 PM
The DOJ is investigating a group of protesters who disrupted services at a church where a local official with ICE apparently serves as a pastor.
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active duty soldiers to be ready in case of a possible deployment to Minnesota.
Army puts 1,500 soldiers on standby for Minnesota deployment
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active duty soldiers to be ready in case of a possible deployment to Minnesota.
sahanjournal.com
January 19, 2026 at 3:39 PM
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active duty soldiers to be ready in case of a possible deployment to Minnesota.
A week in photos: Renee Good’s killing sparks grief and pushback in Minneapolis
A week in photos: Renee Good's killing sparks grief and pushback in Minneapolis
The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Macklin Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross led to an outpouring of grief across the city and a tug-of-war between local and federal officials over the investigation.
sahanjournal.com
January 16, 2026 at 10:29 PM
A week in photos: Renee Good’s killing sparks grief and pushback in Minneapolis
As ICE presence continues to upend the daily lives of Minnesotans, here’s how the community is working to support neighbors.
Written by Abe Asher
Written by Abe Asher
Ways to help as ICE activity ramps up in Minnesota
As ICE presence continues to upend the daily lives of Minnesotans, here’s how the community is working to support neighbors.
sahanjournal.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:23 PM
As ICE presence continues to upend the daily lives of Minnesotans, here’s how the community is working to support neighbors.
Written by Abe Asher
Written by Abe Asher
As part of the Cedar Riverside Protection Alliance, “Mamas of Cedar” patrol the neighborhood, educate residents of their rights and provide food for those who need it.
How ‘Mamas of Cedar’ are keeping watch for ICE in Minneapolis
Known as the “Mamas of Cedar,” local mothers mobilize to protect neighbors, share resources, and monitor ICE presence in Minneapolis.
sahanjournal.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:38 PM
As part of the Cedar Riverside Protection Alliance, “Mamas of Cedar” patrol the neighborhood, educate residents of their rights and provide food for those who need it.
A federal judge in Minnesota on Thursday ordered the release of a Liberian man after heavily armed immigration agents broke into his home.
Judge orders release of Liberian man arrested in Minneapolis by agents with a battering ram
A federal judge in Minnesota on Thursday ordered the release of a Liberian man after heavily armed immigration agents broke into his home
sahanjournal.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:37 PM
A federal judge in Minnesota on Thursday ordered the release of a Liberian man after heavily armed immigration agents broke into his home.