>>Twin Cities Man Killed in Ski Accident
(Minneapolis, Mn) — A Twin Cities man died after suffering injuries in a skiing accident near Red Wing on Sunday, February 1st. Twenty-five-year-old Walker Nelson of Minneapolis was killed after striking a lift tower at Welch Village ski area just south of Red Wing, according to the local fire department. In his obituary, Nelson’s family said he “died as he lived, doing what he loved.” A celebration of life for Walker is this Sunday at the First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis.
>>Minnesotans will Deliver Demands to Oppose Additional ICE Funding
(Undated) — Minnesota faith, labor, and community leaders plan to visit Republican congressional offices Tuesday to oppose additional funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement ahead of a February13th Department of Homeland Security funding deadline. Organizers cite concerns over ICE enforcement in Minnesota, despite a recent announcement that 700 federal immigration officers would be withdrawn from the state. They say more than 2,000 agents remain and allege violations of due process and constitutional rights.
>>Renee Good’s Wife Releases New Statement
(Minneapolis, MN) – Becca Good, Renee Good’s wife, released a new statement Saturday, thanking the Minneapolis community for showing up for her and everyone affected by ICE. 37-year-old Renee was killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross on January 7th while dropping her kid off at daycare. Becca says, “Renee was not the first person killed, and she was not the last. Renee and I chose kindness…That shouldn’t be radical.” She thanked people for organizing food and rides, helping get their kids to school, checking in on neighbors, and standing together.
>>Prior Lake Man Indicted for $350M Tax Refund Fraud Scheme
(Minneapolis, MN) — A Prior Lake man is facing federal charges for allegedly filing hundreds of millions of dollars in fraudulent tax returns. Prosecutors say Caesar Wilson appeared in court Thursday on charges including conspiracy to file false claims, money laundering, and bank fraud. The indictment says Wilson submitted tax returns requesting more than 90 million dollars in refunds and helped file additional false returns totaling over 210 million. Investigators say this led the U-S Treasury to pay out more than 19 million dollars. Wilson allegedly used the money to buy a 2.6-million-dollar home in Prior Lake, invest in cryptocurrency, and cover personal expenses. He was released on conditions while the case moves forward.
>>Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Adds New K-9 for Victim Support
(Anoka County, MN) — The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is introducing its newest team member: Sedona, a three-year-old yellow Lab and golden retriever mix trained to support victims during difficult and traumatic situations. Sedona was provided by Can Do Canines and is trained to offer comfort through specialized calming skills. She’ll work alongside Victim Advocate Tristin Gillespie and Detective Troy Edmond as part of the county’s expanding victim services program.
