Community residents respond to Operation Metro Surge and the killing of Renee Good. Then, we look at how hazardous road conditions are affecting drivers, along with tips on how to stay safe on winter roads. And we conclude with ways to protect yourself and your health when clearing your sidewalks and driveways.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producers: Katharine DeCelle, Jamad Jama, Jose Ozoria

Anchor: Chantel SinGs

Reader scripting: Joel Glaser

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Sound editing: Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
Photo credit: Xan Holston

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Minnesotans respond to operations in Venezuela. Then, Mayor Jacob Frey responds to the shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE agent. Governor Tim Walz drops out of governor's race. The Department of Homeland Security has launched the largest immigration crackdown in US history—in Minnesota. Meanwhile, Minnesotans are finding ways to peacefully protest ICE actions. Son of slain Minnesota Speaker of the House issues a statement. Olmsted county's sheriff will not seek a second term. And how to care for your outside animals when temperatures drop.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producers: Victor Palomino, Britt Aamodt

Anchor: Grace Jacobson

Reader scripting: Joel Glaser

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Sound editing: Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
Image credit: Mercado Media
Additional audio credit: Mercado Media

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Renters in Northern Minnesota are seeing the results of a new, first-of-its-kind law in our state. Plus, some of the state's law students from tribal nations receive top honors and candlelight winter walks return to Minnesota state parks.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producer: frankie felegy

Anchor: Grace Jacobson

Reader scripting: Victor Palomino

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
Photo Credit: Duluth Tenants Union Facebook
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A legal battle affects a northern Minnesota industry. Then, new laws impacting Minnesotans go into effect with the new year, and, health officials urge vaccinations as respiratory illnesses rise.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producer: Victor Palomino

Anchor: Chantel SinGs

Reader scripting: Victor Palomino

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
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Rideshare drivers at Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport call for better work conditions. Plus, the federal government puts the state's unemployment insurance program under the microscope and a Minnesota company invests in hunger relief.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producer: Xan Holston

Anchor: Grace Jacobson

Reader scripting: Victor Palomino

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
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We take a look at how the revitalization of derogatory language is impacting some Minnesotans. Plus, a federal grant funds transit improvements in greater Minnesota and organizers of the new Minnesota Hockey Hall of Fame announced where it will be located.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producer: Katharine DeCelle

Anchor: Chantel SinGs

Reader scripting: Victor Palomino, Joel Glaser

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
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As federal agents increase their presence in the state, questions are rising about the rights of protesters versus those of law enforcement. Then, one last push to get info from the state's queer community. Plus, Rochester honors the first woman ever elected to office in the city.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producer: Xan Holston

Anchor: Grace Jacobson

Reader scripting: Victor Palomino, Joel Glaser

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
Photo Credit: Xan Holston

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How the Twin Cities is bringing unique solutions to the issue of homelessness. The city of Winona tries to find a new home for its police and fire departments. And, a Minnesotan is elected to represent the interests of Native Americans around the Midwest.

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Executive Producer: Victor Palomino

Producer: Faaya Adem

Anchor: Chantel SinGs

Reader scripting: Joel Glaser

Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino

Editorial support: Emily Krumberger

Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
Photo Credit: Adobe Stock

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