>> DOJ to Subpoena State Leaders
(Undated) — The U.S. Department of Justice is expected to issue subpoenas to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Governor Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her. The subpoenas are reportedly tied to a federal investigation into the alleged obstruction of federal officers amid ongoing anti-ICE protests across the state.
>>Gov. Walz Responds to Continuous Influx of ICE in MN
(St. Paul, MN) — Governor Tim Walz is responding to the continued presence of federal authorities in Minnesota, urging President Donald Trump to visit the state and see what he calls Minnesota’s resilience and shared community values. Walz says his priority is restoring calm, trust, and public safety as residents express fear following recent violence and the killing of Renee Good. He criticized the federal Justice Department’s investigation, calling it a partisan distraction that doesn’t address the concerns Minnesotans are facing. The governor says families and small businesses are anxious, and that the focus should be on accountability and real public safety rather than what he describes as political retaliation. Walz says Minnesota “will not be intimidated into silence” as the situation continues to unfold.
>>Minnesota Physicians Speaking Out Against ICE Operations
(St. Paul, MN) — Some of Minnesota’s leading physicians are speaking out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in hospitals and clinics, warning that those actions are deterring families from seeking medical care. Dr. Janna Gewirtz O’Brien, a pediatrician, says fear of encountering ICE agents has led some parents to delay or avoid care for their children altogether. “Across our state, kids are missing their routine check-ups. They’re delaying care. They’re not seeking help,” O’Brien said. “Families are weighing the fear of putting their household at risk against the health of their child. This is an impossible decision that no parent should ever be in. Healthcare settings need to be safe healing spaces, and we need ICE out of healthcare.” O’Brien says the uncertainty surrounding when and where federal agents may be present has prompted her group to explore new ways of delivering care, including bringing healthcare services and medications directly to patients.
>>AG Ellison Won’t Run for Governor
(St. Paul, MN) – Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced today he will keep running for re-election for his current job despite calls for him to run for Governor. In a statement, Ellison said of the current political climate, “Defending our state as attorney general is the most important thing I have done in my career.” Ellison said with Governor Tim Walz’s decision not to seek re-election, many people have asked if he would consider the top job in the state. Ellison says he’s considered it, but will continue with his campaign for a third term as attorney general.
>>Duluth Fire Victim Identified
(Duluth, MN) — A man killed in a fire north of Duluth Monday night has been identified as 75-year-old Neil Hendrickson. Investigators believe the fire was accidental and likely sparked by Hendrickson’s use of a grinder and blowtorch while working on a vehicle. When fire crews arrived on scene, the pole building was fully engulfed in flames.
>>MDA Weekly Recalls, 3 Products
(St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is announcing three products in its weekly recall. Superfoods Inc. D-B-A is recalling all Live it Up Super Greens, including both Original and Wild Berry flavors, due to possible Salmonella. These products have been sold online since July 30th (2025). There have been 45 illnesses and 12 hospitalizations. Spring and Mulberry are expanding last week’s voluntary recall beyond Mint Leaf chocolates to include Early Grey, Purple Lavender Rose, Light Blue Mango Chili, Orange Mint Leaf, Teal Mixed Berry, Purple Mulberry Fennel, Burgundy Pacan Date, and Yellow Pure Dark Minis due to possible Salmonella. The Ambriola Company is recalling select cheese products after confirmed Listeria. The products include Locatelli Pecorino Romano Grated four-ounce and eight-ounce cups, Boar’s Head Grated Pecorino Romano six-ounce cup, and Members Mark one and a half-pound bag distributed between November 3rd and 20th (2025). Included bulk products distributed during the same dates are Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, Ambriola Grated Pecorino, and Boar’s Head Pecorino Romano Grated bag.
>>Clay County Commission Approves New Cadet Program
(Moorhead, MN) — The Clay County Commission unanimously approved a new cadet program for the sheriff’s office in Moorhead. Sheriff Mark Empting says the part-time, non-sworn positions are open to individuals 18 and older, typically college students studying law enforcement or criminal justice. Cadets could be promoted to deputy after graduation. Empting says the program will help with future recruiting by allowing the department to evaluate candidates in real-world situations. Cadets will rotate through corrections, court services, patrol, investigations, and community services.
