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crime-and-law1 day ago•120 min saved

FBI Thwarts ISIS-Linked Plot to Attack Mall of America During Hmong Arts Celebration

An 18-year-old U.S. citizen was arrested in Minnesota after federal prosecutors alleged he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America in support of ISIS. The suspect, Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, was charged with receiving a firearm and ammunition for use in a federal crime of terrorism. Authorities say he identified the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration as a target date, intending to kill 30 to 60 people. The arrest followed a months-long investigation involving an undercover FBI source and a controlled purchase of an AK-47-style rifle. Mohamud is scheduled to return to court on October 19 for a preliminary hearing.

via AP News|

#crime-and-law #fbi #isis

national-security1 day ago•8 min saved

FBI Thwarts ISIS-Linked Plot to Attack Mall of America During Hmong Arts Celebration

Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, an 18-year-old U.S. citizen from Richfield, Minnesota, was arrested on October 6 after federal prosecutors alleged he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America. Authorities say he pledged allegiance to ISIS and targeted the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration, intending to kill 30 to 60 people. The arrest followed a months-long investigation involving an undercover FBI source and a controlled purchase of an AK-47-style rifle.

via Fox News|

#fbi #isis #mall-of-america

crime-and-law2 days ago•4 min saved

FBI arrests 18-year-old in Richfield after alleged plot to attack Mall of America

Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, an 18-year-old U.S. citizen, was arrested in Richfield, Minnesota, on October 6, 2026, after federal prosecutors alleged he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America. Authorities say he communicated with an FBI informant from December 2024 until his arrest, expressing allegiance to ISIS and intent to kill 30 to 60 people. Mohamud was charged with receiving a firearm and ammunition for use in a federal crime of terrorism. He was arrested during a controlled purchase of an AK-47 assault rifle, 200 rounds of ammunition, and four magazines. The suspect identified the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration as a potential target date, citing the large crowd. His parents had declined to cooperate with FBI inquiries in May 2025 regarding his radicalization.

via CBS News|

#crime-and-law #fbi #isis

lifestyle2 days ago•3 min saved

2026 Halloween: From K-Pop Hunters to Care Bears, What Minnesotans Are Wearing

Halloween 2026 costume trends in Minnesota are driven by blockbuster movies, viral TV series, and nostalgic favorites. While independent shops like Costumes Plus in Maplewood report high demand for K-Pop Demon Hunters and Spider-Man, online retailers like HalloweenCostumes.com note a surge in Care Bears searches. National chains like Spirit Halloween highlight pop culture hits such as 'Off Campus' and 'The Odyssey.'

via MPR News|

#costume-trends #halloween-2026 #lifestyle

immigration4 days ago•4 min saved

ICE Agents Intercept Habeas Releases at Minnesota Federal Building

Federal immigration agents are intercepting individuals immediately after judges order their release from detention in Minnesota. Attorneys describe this as a 'bait-and-switch' tactic where detainees are handed their belongings at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building only to be recaptured by waiting agents. This strategy follows the end of Operation Metro Surge and aims to fulfill deportation quotas despite court orders.

via MPR News|

#habeas-corpus #ice #immigration

crime-and-public-safety5 days ago•1 min saved

Eden Prairie cancels homecoming dance after targeted shooting at football game

Eden Prairie High School canceled its homecoming dance on Saturday following a targeted shooting at its Friday night football game against Minnetonka. Two non-students, aged 17 and 18, were shot with non-life-threatening injuries. Police linked the incident to Somali gang activity, and the game was postponed to Monday.

via FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul|

#crime-and-public-safety #eden-prairie #high-school-safety

politics-and-energy5 days ago•2 min saved

Minnesota AG Challenges Google Data Center Deal Over Billions in Potential Ratepayer Costs

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed comments with the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) arguing that Google’s proposed data center in Pine Island could shift billions of dollars in costs to residential and small business ratepayers. Ellison contends that Xcel Energy’s agreement with Google fails to meet state laws requiring large customers to bear all associated costs. While Xcel and Google claim the deal saves ratepayers $1.1 billion, the AG’s office warns of potential stranded costs if Google exits early or uses less power. The dispute coincides with a tight reelection race for Ellison and local elections in Pine Island, where council seats could determine the project’s future.

via MPR News|

#data-centers #google #minnesota

crime-and-public-safety6 days ago

Eden Prairie Homecoming Disrupted by Targeted Shooting Linked to Gang Activity

A shooting at Eden Prairie High School’s homecoming game on Friday night left two non-students injured. Police confirmed the incident was targeted and linked to Somali gang activity. The game was postponed to Monday, and the homecoming dance was canceled. No arrests have been made as of Saturday.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#crime-and-public-safety #eden-prairie #gang-violence

politics7 days ago•4 min saved

DOJ Files Misconduct Complaints Against Minnesota Judges Over NYT Interview

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a judicial misconduct complaint against seven federal judges in Minnesota, accusing them of violating ethical standards by criticizing the administration's immigration enforcement in a New York Times interview. Attorney General Todd Blanche demanded the recusal of named judges from immigration cases, while the judges and court officials argue their comments were protected advocacy for judicial independence.

via foxnews.com|

#doj #ethics #immigration

politics7 days ago•297 min saved

DOJ seeks recusal of Minnesota judges after ethics complaint over immigration remarks

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a formal judicial misconduct complaint against nearly all active federal judges in Minnesota, alleging they violated ethical canons by speaking to The New York Times about the administration’s immigration enforcement surge. Attorney General Todd Blanche accused the judges of displaying bias against the Department of Homeland Security and demanded their recusal from all DHS-related cases. The judges, including former Chief Judge Patrick Schiltz and Judge John Tunheim, maintain their comments were protected advocacy for judicial independence under recent Judicial Conference guidance. The complaint, filed with the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals, marks a significant escalation in tensions between the executive and judicial branches, following a winter surge in immigration cases that overwhelmed the Minnesota district court. While the DOJ argues the remarks were political and concerned pending matters, court officials and legal experts assert the judges acted within ethical bounds to defend the rule of law. The move follows previous, unsuccessful attempts by the administration to discipline judges in other districts, highlighting a broader conflict over judicial authority and executive compliance with court orders.

via ms.now|

#department-of-justice #immigration #judicial-ethics

politics7 days ago•8 min saved

DOJ Files Ethics Complaint Against Minnesota Judges Over NYT Interview

Attorney General Todd Blanche filed a judicial misconduct complaint against six of seven active federal judges in Minnesota, accusing them of violating ethics rules by speaking to the New York Times about the administration's immigration enforcement surge. The complaint, signed by Acting Deputy AG Trent McCotter and Associate AG Stan Woodward, demands that Chief Judge Patrick Schiltz and Judge John Tunheim recuse themselves from all Department of Homeland Security cases. While the DOJ claims the judges engaged in 'overtly political' commentary on pending matters, the judges and court officials argue their statements were protected advocacy for judicial independence under recent Judicial Conference guidance. The move marks a significant escalation in the Trump administration's conflict with the federal judiciary, following previous failed attempts to discipline judges in other districts.

via Talking Points Memo|

#8th-circuit #judicial-ethics #minnesota

politics8 days ago•5 min saved

DOJ Indicts 10 Minnesota Lawful Permanent Residents in Voter Fraud Push

The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted ten lawful permanent residents in Minnesota for allegedly voting or registering to vote while falsely claiming U.S. citizenship. Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the charges on September 30, 2026, as part of a broader federal crackdown on election integrity ahead of the midterms. The defendants, originating from eight different countries, face felony and misdemeanor charges for actions taken in the 2022, 2024, and August 2026 elections. While officials emphasize the severity of these offenses, critics note that such cases are statistically rare compared to total votes cast.

via foxnews.com|

#doj #election-integrity #minnesota

politics9 days ago•1 min saved

DOJ Files Misconduct Complaints Against Minnesota Judges Over NYT Interviews

The Department of Justice has filed a judicial misconduct complaint against seven active federal judges in Minnesota, demanding their recusal from all cases involving the Department of Homeland Security. The action follows a New York Times interview in which the judges criticized the administration’s handling of immigration enforcement. While the DOJ argues the comments violated ethical rules and displayed bias, the judges and court officials maintain they were acting within established guidelines regarding judicial independence.

via CNBC|

#doj #immigration #judicial-misconduct

healthcare9 days ago•2 min saved

HealthPartners and Essentia Health to Merge, Forming Largest Regional Healthcare System

HealthPartners and Essentia Health have agreed to merge, creating a massive nonprofit healthcare system in the Upper Midwest. The deal, which aims to address rising costs and workforce shortages, faces scrutiny from unions and state regulators.

via MPR News|

#essentia-health #healthcare #healthcare-merger

crime10 days ago•1 min saved

Roseville suspect charged with kidnapping and assault of co-worker

Pao Yang, 41, an office cleaner, is charged with kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman from his workplace in Roseville. He used insider knowledge to disable cameras, abducted her at gunpoint, and held her captive for hours before releasing her in St. Paul. Police identified him through surveillance footage and a co-worker's recognition. He faces multiple felony charges and is held on $2.5 million bail.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#crime #kidnapping #minnesota