Tag: county
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La Crosse County Library receives grant to expand Hmong literature collection
The La Crosse County Library was awarded a grant to help expand its East Asian literature collection, according to a release. Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/education/la-crosse-county-library-receives-grant-to-expand-hmong-literature-collection/article_2aeda6f6-3784-4ac6-868c-8d058366946e.html
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Brown County celebrates 4th annual Hmong Lao American Day
This is the fourth year of the event, which celebrates Governor Tony Evers ‘ proclamation of Hmong American Day. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2026/05/10/hmong-community-celebrates-history-culture-veterans-hmong-american-day/
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Wausau’s Yee Leng Xiong endorsed by Sen. Baldwin for state treasurer
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) — U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin endorsed Yee Leng Xiong for Wisconsin state treasurer in the Democratic primary. Xiong is a Marathon County supervisor and D.C. Everest School Board … Full story: https://www.waow.com/news/wausaus-yee-leng-xiong-endorsed-by-sen-baldwin-for-state-treasurer/article_327dd92c-367d-4c1e-9112-d4a13483949e.html
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History pros negotiate changing U.S. policies, landscape
Jessica Potter knew changes were heading her way in 2025, as the executive director of the Blue Earth County Historical Society weighed growing challenges set forward by the … Full story: https://www.mankatofreepress.com/news/local_news/history-pros-negotiate-changing-u-s-policies-landscape/article_7bb5b2f6-2ead-418f-b96a-b20a8bce009a.html
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Benton County’s Gentry to issue $1.79 million in bonds for parks and recreation improvements
Gentry will use $1.79 million in sales and use tax revenue bonds to fund extensive improvements to the city’s parks and recreational facilities. Full story: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2026/apr/19/benton-countys-gentry-to-issue-179-million-in/
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Obituary: Assistant Ramsey County Attorney Colin Haley, 44, prosecuted cases with heart
Haley died last week after a sudden illness while vacationing in Mexico. Funeral services will be held Wednesday. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2026/04/14/colin-haley-obituary-assistant-ramsey-county-attorney/
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Watch: Ramsey County Attorney John Choi says arrest by ICE of a Hmong American man is a possible kidnapping
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and Sheriff Bob Fletcher said at a news conference they are pursuing information from the Department of Homeland Security that they need for their investigation into … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/watch-ramsey-county-attorney-john-choi-says-arrest-by-ice-of-a-hmong-american-man-is-a-possible-kidnapping/ar-AA20TK0B
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Minnesota investigates the arrest by ICE of a Hmong American man as a possible kidnapping
A Minnesota county is investigating the arrest of a Hmong American man by federal officers that was captured on video as a potential case of kidnapping, burglary and false imprisonment, officials … Full story: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/04/13/minnesota-investigating-federal-agents/
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Minnesota investigates the ICE arrest of a Hmong American man as a possible kidnapping
A Minnesota county is investigating the ICE arrest of a Hmong American man as a potential case of kidnapping, burglary and false imprisonment. NBC News’ Julia Ainsley reports on the latest fallout … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/minnesota-investigates-ice-arrest-hmong-134110072.html
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Man’s arrest by ICE probed
A Minnesota county is investigating the arrest of a Hmong American man by federal officers that was captured on video as a potential case of kidnapping, burglary and false imprisonment, officials … Full story: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2026/apr/14/mans-arrest-by-ice-probed/
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ICE arrest of Hmong American man investigated as a potential case of kidnapping and false imprisonment
Ramsey County offficals announced Monday that they’re seeking information form DHS for their investigation into the arrest of Chongly Thao … Full story: https://www.aol.com/entertainment/ice-arrest-hmong-american-man-200423538.html
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Minnesota investigates ICE arrest of Hmong American man as possible kidnapping
ChongLy ‘Scott’ Thao, a naturalised US citizen, was arrested at gunpoint in January and led outside in his underwear in freezing conditions A Minnesota county is investigating the arrest of a Hmong … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/minnesota-investigates-ice-arrest-of-hmong-american-man-as-possible-kidnapping/ar-AA20PyRC
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County investigating federal agents for possible kidnapping charges in Hmong man’s detainment in St. Paul
MINNEAPOLIS — The Ramsey County Attorney and sheriff announced Monday that they are investigating federal agents for possible criminal charges, including kidnapping, after they pulled a St. Paul man … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/county-investigating-federal-agents-for-possible-kidnapping-charges-in-hmong-man-s-detainment-in-st-paul/ar-AA20NoQ8
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Ramsey County investigating ICE arrest of Hmong American man as a possible kidnapping
Federal agents forcibly removed ChongLy “Scott” Thao from his St. Paul home as he wore only boxers, a blanket and a pair of Crocs. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/ramsey-county-investigating-ice-arrest-184139858.html
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Minnesota authorities investigate arrest by ICE of a Hmong American man as a possible kidnapping
A Minnesota county is investigating the arrest by federal officers of a Hmong American man as a potential case of kidnapping, burglary and false imprisonment. Full story: https://apnews.com/article/minnesota-immigration-enforcement-crackdown-690091eeef2eb7f2bca1d8545bba9e83
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Legal battle over Cannon Falls veterans memorial returns to court
At the center of the dispute is an 89-acre site along Goodhue County Road 14, where the American Veterans Memorial Park (AVMP) has been planned. Full story: https://www.kttc.com/2026/04/13/legal-battle-over-cannon-falls-veterans-memorial-returns-court/
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Who Is ChongLy Thao? ICE Raid on US Citizen Investigated as Kidnapping
Minnesota’s Ramsey County is investigating an ICE raid on U.S. citizen ChongLy “Scott” Thao as a potential kidnapping. Full story: https://www.newsweek.com/who-is-chongly-thao-ice-raid-on-us-citizen-investigated-as-kidnapping-11822481
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Hmong Cultural Center grand opening Saturday
The Hmong community in Trinity County has been working to establish a Cultural Center for some time. They have found a building and are inviting the community to celebrate with them. Full story: https://www.trinityjournal.com/entertainment/article_0c2267cd-8cb5-4ffb-86d1-2b0eebee6cd0.html