No Kings rally at the Minnesota State Capitol drew more than 100,000 people, making it the largest event of its kind to date, with national artists and elected officials on the program.
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Federal Lawmakers Call for ICE Abolition as Minnesota Leaders Push Eviction Moratorium
Minnesota lawmakers are calling to abolish ICE and pause evictions amid heightened federal enforcement and community fear.
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Representative Ilhan Omar assaulted with syringe during North Minneapolis town hall
A man was arrested after spraying Rep. Ilhan Omar with an unknown substance during a town hall meeting in north Minneapolis.
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Ilhan Omar to Host In-Person Town Hall in North Minneapolis on January 27
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar will host a free, in-person town hall on January 27 in North Minneapolis, offering congressional updates, constituent services, and live community Q&A. Registration is required for in-person attendance, with a livestream available.
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Minnesota’s Somali community at center of national debate over TPS, fraud claims
The Somali American community in Minnesota has become a focal point of national controversy following President Donald Trump’s November 21 announcement calling for the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali immigrants. The president linked the community to widespread fraud in state programs, sparking pushback from civil rights groups, political leaders, and local officials. […]
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Doxxing campaign targets local Kirk critics
Far right doxxing surged in Minnesota after Charlie Kirk’s killing, with educators and journalists targeted and families harassed. Experts warn the campaigns can escalate offline.
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Still no deal between WNBA owners and players
As the playoffs begin, WNBA CBA negotiations 2025 remain tense. Cindy Brunson calls the title race wide open. Lawmakers urge good faith talks. WNBPA leaders push for fair revenue sharing.
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DFL endorsement revocation heats up mayoral race
The Minnesota DFL revoked Omar Fateh’s mayoral endorsement, sparking criticism from progressives who call it anti-democratic. No candidate will be endorsed for now.
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Sabathani to Honor Southside Heroes with 2025 Hall Unveiling
Sabathani hosts the 2025 Southside Heroes Hall Unveiling on Aug. 28, honoring Black leadership in South Minneapolis with tributes and Sounds of Blackness.
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Local leaders condemn GOP’s ‘Big Ugly’ budget billÂ
Minnesota leaders gathered at Sabathani Community Center to condemn a newly passed Republican federal budget that slashes Medicaid, SNAP, and education funding while boosting ICE enforcement and tax breaks for the wealthy. Rep. Ilhan Omar, Irene Fernando, Omar Fateh, Sydney Jordan, and others are urging the public to take action.
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Tracey Williams-Dillard honored with Congressional Record Award for over 50 Years in journalism
Tracey Williams-Dillard, publisher and CEO of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, was honored with a Congressional Record Award by U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar for more than 50 years of service in journalism and her commitment to amplifying Black voices in Minnesota.
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Omar takes heavy flak for teaching immigrant rights
Rep. Ilhan Omar faced online backlash for a video where she emphasized key rights for individuals when approached by ICE, while Elon Musk’s department of government efficiency is facing legal challenges over its attempts to access sensitive federal payment systems.
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Mpls votes for repeal of Alien Enemies Act
Minneapolis has passed a resolution supporting the repeal of the Alien Enemies Act, a law used during World War II to detain Japanese, German, and Italian Americans without due process, and is the first U.S. city to do so.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar Reintroduces the Neighbors Not Enemies Act to Repeal Alien Enemies Act
Rep. Ilhan Omar and Sen. Mazie Hirono have reintroduced the Neighbors Not Enemies Act, a bill to repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a law steeped in xenophobia and racism, and protect immigrant communities.
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A high-stakes showdown:Â 5th Congressional District primary
Rep. Ilhan Omar and Don Samuels are in a closely watched race for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District.
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Don Samuels readies for round two—shares vision and opinions in a visit with MSR
Don Samuels, a contender for the 5th Congressional District, sat down in a pivotal discussion with the MSR on May 16, sharing his perspectives on local, national, and global issues. This dialogue sets the stage for another highly anticipated primary clash in August 2024 with incumbent Ilhan Omar. In 2022, Samuels and Omar engaged in […]
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MSR News feat. Don Samuels, candidate for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District
Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District candidate, Don Samuels, sat with MSR editor Al Brown
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MSR News feat. Rep. Ilhan Omar
Al Brown interviews Congresswoman Ilhan Omar on the hot topics happening in the 5th District of Minnesota.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar shares national and district agenda with the MSR
Rep. Ilhan Omar, the first Muslim woman to serve in the U.S. Congress, has been a vocal advocate for progressive policies and social justice initiatives.
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Don Samuels to run against Ilhan Omar again
Don Samuels, a two-time Northside city councilmember and one-time school board member, is running for the 5th Congressional District race again to unseat Rep. Ilhan Omar.