Tag: news
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Activists call for action after no charges filed in fatal police shooting of Yia Xiong
Community members say having a Hmong-speaking responder could have saved Yia Xiong’s life. Family members say the man who was shot and killed by St. Paul police last year was partially deaf, couldn’t … Full story: https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/activists-call-for-action-after-no-charges-filed-in-fatal-police-shooting-of-yia-xiong/
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4 issues on minds of Green Bay’s Black, Hispanic, Hmong and refugee voters ahead of election
The 11 candidates talked about the impact of Claude Tiller’s resignation as superintendent and voters’ desire for more affordable housing. Full story: https://news.yahoo.com/4-issues-minds-green-bays-100625439.html
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Elijah Vue: Missing boy’s mother pleads not guilty to neglect
MANITOWOC COUNTY, Wis. – The mother of Elijah Vue, the 3-year-old Two Rivers boy who has been missing since February, pleaded not guilty on Friday, March 22 to four charges. Katrina Baur, 31, is … Full story: https://www.fox6now.com/news/elijah-vue-missing-two-rivers-mother-plea
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California voters passed Proposition 1, but what does that mean?
Californians will be paying for Prop 1 for the next 30 years. According to the state Legislative Analyst’s Office, there will be 30 payments of $310 million each. Interest on those payments could cost … Full story: https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/prop-1-passed-what-does-it-mean/103-07bb1ad4-8b9e-45ca-8f75-ba50ddaaf22f
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Minnesota officer who fatally shot 65-year-old man armed with a knife will not be charged
A Minnesota police officer will not be charged for fatally shooting a 65-year- old man who was armed with a knife … Full story: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/nation-world/story/2024-03-21/minnesota-officer-who-fatally-shot-65-year-old-man-armed-with-a-knife-will-not-be-charged
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St. Paul officer who fatally shot man holding knife will not be charged
The Ramsey Co. Attorney and State Attorney General’s Office issued a joint statement saying Officer Abdirahmin Dahir’s actions were “justified” under state law. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/choi-ellison-no-charges-against-st-paul-officer-who-shot-killed-man-with-a-knife/89-a5901ee0-c044-4c43-a156-9224a0295a87
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New legislation protects AAPI, Hmong American history in Wisconsin public school curriculums
After years of discussions, a piece of our state’s legislation gets a major amendment, giving added education protections to one of Wisconsin’s largest minority groups. Full story: https://www.nbc26.com/news/state/new-legislation-protects-aapi-hmong-american-history-in-wisconsin-public-school-curriculums
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La Crosse residents have chance to influence housing priorities through city planning survey
Residents of La Crosse can share their housing priorities and perceptions in an online survey. City planners are identifying housing needs and concerns. Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/la-crosse-housing-survey/article_4d9f06b2-e6c9-11ee-9908-234043eb6eca.html
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Biden launches new ad targeting Asian American and Pacific Islanders in battleground states
The Biden campaign has released a new ad targeting Asian American and Pacific Islander voters in battleground states, aimed at highlighting his investments in small businesses. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/biden-launches-ad-targeting-asian-210915978.html
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Wisconsin legislature passes bill to implement Asian American history in public schools
A new proposal requiring the teaching of Asian American and Hmong American education in Wisconsin schools has passed through the Assembly and Senate. Full story: https://www.wkow.com/news/wisconsin-legislature-passes-bill-to-implement-asian-american-history-in-public-schools/article_8e39a558-e64f-11ee-8dc9-b37923bd5859.html
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Hmong-French bistro from notable pastry chef Diane Moua to open early April
Chef Diane Moua’s forthcoming Hmong-French bistro has been in the works for almost a year and a half, and we finally know when we’ll be able to visit one of our most highly anticipated new restaurants … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/hmong-french-bistro-notable-pastry-191800643.html
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Students showcase problem-solving skills at Interschool Design Challenge
MILWAUKEE – A wise man once said: “Modern problems require modern solutions”. And Tuesday at Fiserv Forum, fourth graders from eleven Milwaukee and … Full story: https://wtmj.com/news/2024/03/19/students-showcase-problem-solving-skills-at-interschool-design-challenge/
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New legislation protects AAPI and Hmong American history in Wisconsin public school curriculums
“It will really change the lives of our young people. Not only the Hmong students, but all children in the state of Wisconsin,” said Chris Her Xiong, Founder and CEO, Hmong American Peace Academy. Full story: https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/new-legislation-protects-aapi-and-hmong-american-history-in-wisconsin-public-school-curriculums
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Funeral held for 1-year-old boy killed in St. Paul house fire
Four kids died because of the fire. The funeral for Muaj Tshav Ntuj, 4, was held last month. 5-year-old twin Ntshiab Siv’s funeral is set for March 23-25; Siv Ntshiab’s funeral will begin March 29. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/funeral-held-for-1-year-old-boy-st-paul-house-fire-that-killed-4-kids/89-ae0688bb-e63a-48c2-a210-427584e42ee9
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Lester Public Library in Two Rivers to host ‘World on the Move’ national exhibit examining migration histories
MANITOWOC — Lester Public Library in Two Rivers is one of 15 libraries in the U.S. that will host an exhibition aiming to help people appreciate migration histories — their own and those of others — … Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/2024/03/16/world-on-the-move-national-exhibit-coming-to-two-rivers-lester-library/72994665007/