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Another step toward recognizing Minnesota Vietnam War veterans
The Secret War was waged with Hmong fighters trained and led by our CIA to combat communism. Until now, our state has not recognized those who fought in it as vets. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/another-step-toward-recognizing-minnesota-001214226.html
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Minnesota Humanities Center Launches Two Youth Poetry Programs
Tags: arts, celebrate, celebration, communities, community, council, culture, event, Featured, festival, future, generation, heritage, history, humanities, identity, information, leadership, Legacy Amendment, life, local, march, media, Minnesota, nation, national, non-profit, organization, original, past, people, performances, poetry, poets, president, service, short, society, St. Paul, state, story, summer, support, United States, Voices Forward, work, youthFebruary 27, 2026—ST. PAUL, MN— The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) announces the launch of two programs that highlight and uplift the work of youth poets in Minnesota: Voices Forward and the Minnesota Youth Poet Laureate. Applications for both programs are open until March 16 and can be found on MHC’s website (Voices Forward, Minnesota Youth Poet Laureate). CEO Kevin Lindsey stated that “MHC is…
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Ex-Kohler worker was routinely harassed over his Hmong heritage, lawsuit says
A former employee for Kohler Co. says in a new federal lawsuit he was routinely harassed by co-workers who called him racial slurs on the job based on his Hmong … Full story: https://madison.com/news/state-regional/crime-courts/article_23948e28-3bea-575a-9b7e-15a10d15b4d6.html
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St. Paul City Council rejects grant extension for Lockheed Martin subsidiary
Swayed by public outcry, the St. Paul City Council recently voted to decline to extend the terms of a state grant awarded to a three-year-old microelectronics subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, the … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/st-paul-city-council-rejects-180600011.html
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Cult leader found guilty of raping women, molesting children | Midday report
The midday report is a roundup of what’s happening in the north state. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=698ac12f048e4e39b7bb71c3ddead10c&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.msn.com%2fen-us%2fnews%2fcrime%2fda-cult-leader-found-guilty-of-raping-women-molesting-children-midday-report%2far-AA1W0YbA&c=15994273155487788117&mkt=en-us
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Yuen: He was a father figure to countless Hmong American kids
The life story of Dave Moore, who founded the state’s first Hmong Scout troop, offers a timely lesson on acceptance and belonging. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6984d26f71a44d309150505617aae302&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fdave-moore-hmong-boy-scouts-troop-100-laura-yuen%2f601575499&c=13963778955797807262&mkt=en-us
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Bill would require more in-depth Black history instruction in Wisconsin schools
As the Trump administration pulls down displays on Black history, Wisconsin state Sen. Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) and Rep. Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) are renewing their push for Wisconsin to bolster … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/bill-require-more-depth-black-111501832.html
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Hmong’s Golden Eggrolls relocating from La Crosse to Onalaska
Hmong’s Golden Eggrolls Restaurant will close its State Street location in La Crosse on February 14 and relocate to Onalaska, where the family-owned business will operate … Full story: https://www.news8000.com/lifestyle/food-and-recipes/hmongs-golden-eggrolls-relocating-from-la-crosse-to-onalaska/article_a46fd08c-3d1f-455b-bd5a-76222de98d98.html
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DOJ says Hmong grandfather lived with sex offenders — one has been in MN prison for months
The sex offenders federal authorities said they were seeking when they detained an elderly Hmong man in St. Paul Sunday do not appear to be missing and may not be registered sex offenders. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2026/01/23/doj-says-hmong-grandfather-lived-with-sex-offenders-but-one-has-been-in-state-prison-for-months/
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DOJ says Hmong grandfather lived with sex offenders — but one has been in state prison for months
The sex offenders federal authorities said they were seeking when they detained an elderly Hmong man in St. Paul Sunday do not appear to be missing and may not be registered sex offenders. After … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/doj-says-hmong-grandfather-lived-153700194.html
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10 Minnesota chefs and restaurants named semifinalists for 2026 James Beard Awards
Amid an exceptionally fraught moment for the state’s restaurant industry, the James Beard Foundation announced its awards semifinalists, naming 10 Minnesota chefs and restaurants to its semifinalist … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/10-minnesota-chefs-and-restaurants-named-semifinalists-for-2026-james-beard-awards/ar-AA1UFfBW
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Minneapolis shooting live updates: Witness describes shooting in federal court filing
Responding to the grand jury subpoenas of Minnesota Democratic officials, Gov. Tim Walz said the state invited President Donald Trump “to see our values in action,” calling the investigation … Full story: https://abcnews.go.com/US/live-updates/minneapolis-ice-shooting-live-updates-doj-investigating-apparent/?id=129340693&entryId=129394751
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31-year-old aims to make history in State of Wisconsin
The post 31 year old aims to make history in state of Wisconsin appeared first on AsAmNews. Yee Leng Xiong announced Wednesday his candidacy for Wisconsin Treasurer, a race that could make him the … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/31-year-old-aims-to-make-history-in-state-of-wisconsin/ar-AA1TSEwA
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Kaohly Her becomes first woman, Asian American to be St. Paul’s mayor
Kaohly Her, a former state representative, who after a short campaign defeated a well-known incumbent in an upset last fall, took the oath of office Friday to become the first woman and Asian American … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/social-issues/kaohly-her-becomes-first-woman-asian-american-to-be-st-paul-s-mayor/ar-AA1Tt8b2
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Some Northern California Mien refugees grapple with renewed fears of statelessness
The North State’s Mien population took root as families sought escape from an American bombing campaign during the Laotian Civil War. Now, 40 years after resettling, some are at risk of being forcibly … Full story: https://shastascout.org/some-northern-california-mien-refugees-grapple-with-renewed-fears-of-statelessness/
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Twin Cities is known as the ‘Hmong Capital of the World’
The first Hmong family arrived in Minnesota in 1975. In the 50 years since their arrival, an estimated 95,000 to 100,000 Hmong people now call the state home. According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/twin-cities-known-hmong-capital-142523160.html
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Hunting and cooking squirrels is in Yia Vang’s blood
Yia Vang whispered to his friend and squirrel hunting guide Chang Her as flakes drifted from the sky. The crunch of snow under their feet echoed through Sand Dunes State Forest, northwest of the Twin … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/hunting-and-cooking-squirrels-is-in-yia-vang-s-blood/ar-AA1SX8qT
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Gov. Evers and First Lady showcase capitol holiday decor in virtual tour
For those who cannot travel to Madison this holiday season to see the decorations in person, the governor and his wife offered Wisconsinites a virtual tour. Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/state/gov-tony-evers-and-first-lady-kathy-showcase-capitol-holiday-decor-in-virtual-tour-executive-residence-madison-whispering-pines-oconto-county-wreath-books-library-american-girl-dolls-hmong-alzheimers-disease-christmas-railroad-ornaments