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Renee Good's family sues Trump administration, ICE agent

The lawsuits are an attempt to hold the feds "accountable" in civil court for both Good's death and the broader immigration enforcement blitz.

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Renee Good&#x27;s family filed two civil lawsuits over <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="her killing during Operation Metro Surge" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/01/07/ice-agent-shooting-south-minneapolis" data-vars-content-id="9d21a257-7a54-4089-a7bf-6c7b29850ffe" data-vars-headline="Renee Good&#x27;s family sues Trump administration, ICE agent" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/01/07/ice-agent-shooting-south-minneapolis" target="_self">her killing during Operation Metro Surge</a> — including one against six current and former Trump administration officials, as well as the ICE agent who shot and killed her.The big picture: The lawsuits are an attempt to hold the feds accountable in civil court for both Good&#x27;s death and the broader immigration enforcement blitz.<ul><li>The Trump administration has declined to criminally charge the agents who shot Good or <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Alex Pretti" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/01/25/minnesota-rare-legal-steps-investigation-alex-pretti-shooting" data-vars-content-id="9d21a257-7a54-4089-a7bf-6c7b29850ffe" data-vars-headline="Renee Good&#x27;s family sues Trump administration, ICE agent" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/01/25/minnesota-rare-legal-steps-investigation-alex-pretti-shooting" target="_self">Alex Pretti</a>, and any state-level charges from the shootings would face legal hurdles.</li></ul>

Twin Cities weekend guide: "Paris Couture," Crypticon, fall fun

Calling all fashionistas: This new exhibition is sure to inspire your fall wardrobe.

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Calling all fashionistas: The Minneapolis Institute of Art&#x27;s new exhibition is sure to inspire your fall wardrobe.What&#x27;s happening: Sunday marks the debut of &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Paris Couture" data-vars-click-url="https://new.artsmia.org/exhibition/paris-couture" data-vars-content-id="4684ef9c-a111-4633-ae4e-f93873eba717" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities weekend guide: &quot;Paris Couture,&quot; Crypticon, fall fun" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://new.artsmia.org/exhibition/paris-couture" target="_blank">Paris Couture</a>,&quot; a showcase of more than 80 works of haute couture from Paris fashion museum Palais Galliera.

Why iPods are having a moment in the Twin Cities and beyond

Offline hobbies and "friction-maxxing" are in.

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Untangle your corded headphones: People are snapping up Apple&#x27;s retired MP3 players for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="nostalgia" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/06/frozen-yogurt-stores-nostalgia-comeback" data-vars-content-id="f435280e-8292-46f0-a333-0dd9cf7a9668" data-vars-headline="Why iPods are having a moment in the Twin Cities and beyond" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/06/frozen-yogurt-stores-nostalgia-comeback" target="_self">nostalgia</a> and a break from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="smartphones" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/26/phone-use-morning-finding-focus" data-vars-content-id="f435280e-8292-46f0-a333-0dd9cf7a9668" data-vars-headline="Why iPods are having a moment in the Twin Cities and beyond" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/26/phone-use-morning-finding-focus" target="_self">smartphones</a>.The big picture: For younger generations especially, the comeback is part of a broader return to offline <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="devices" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/01/smart-home-analog-design" data-vars-content-id="f435280e-8292-46f0-a333-0dd9cf7a9668" data-vars-headline="Why iPods are having a moment in the Twin Cities and beyond" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/01/smart-home-analog-design" target="_self">devices</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hobbies" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/23/analog-bag-screen-free-wellness" data-vars-content-id="f435280e-8292-46f0-a333-0dd9cf7a9668" data-vars-headline="Why iPods are having a moment in the Twin Cities and beyond" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/23/analog-bag-screen-free-wellness" target="_self">hobbies</a>, driven by digital burnout.

How third-party candidates could shape Minnesota's tight races

Independent, Green and Libertarian candidates are competing in several major statewide races this fall.

Most of Minnesota&#x27;s top statewide races this November have a third-party candidate in the mix. Why it matters: Even a relatively small share of the vote going to someone outside the two major parties can shape the outcome of a close race.

This Minnesota city is competing for Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Town title

Voting in the channel's Merriest Christmas Town contest runs through Sep. 4.

Bemidji is a very merry finalist in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hallmark&#x27;s Merriest Christmas Town" data-vars-click-url="https://merriestchristmastownscontest.hallmarkchannel.com/" data-vars-content-id="bb00ab10-71f7-4ee6-8ae6-dde998d90c17" data-vars-headline="This Minnesota city is competing for Hallmark&#x27;s Merriest Christmas Town title" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://merriestchristmastownscontest.hallmarkchannel.com/" target="_blank">Hallmark&#x27;s Merriest Christmas Town</a> contest.The big, jolly picture: The home of everyone&#x27;s favorite corny holiday romcoms is honoring communities that bring &quot;the spirit of Christmas to life through cherished traditions, joyful celebrations, and a deep sense of community.&quot; <ul><li>In addition to the bragging rights, the winning town will have an opportunity to serve as a filming location for an upcoming Hallmark film.</li></ul>

Minneapolis heeds call: Don't call 911 for fireworks noise

Noise complaints tie up dispatchers who need to direct first responders to higher-priority calls.

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Do your neighbors turn into pyrotechnicians on the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Fourth of July" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/07/03/july-4-safety-tips-minneapolis" data-vars-content-id="64a9f7dc-029c-4035-83e5-5dd7f5569bfc" data-vars-headline="Minneapolis heeds call: Don&#x27;t call 911 for fireworks noise" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/07/03/july-4-safety-tips-minneapolis" target="_self">Fourth of July</a>? Twin Cities public safety officials want you to think twice before calling 911.Why it matters: Fireworks calls have historically made Independence Day one of the busiest holidays in the region&#x27;s 911 dispatch centers.

A 1-minute guide to holiday fun across the Twin Cities

Holiday fun is in full swing across the Twin Cities.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the most wonderful time of the year.State of the (decked) halls: Here are some local happenings to help make the most of the season.

Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters

Here are the holiday shows playing at Twin Cities theaters this season

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holiday season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/holidays" data-vars-content-id="b54e012b-755e-4d7d-81fe-37249e6d80a3" data-vars-headline="Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/holidays" target="_self">holiday season</a> is upon us! Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s on stage at local theaters this year.🔔 &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Chaos of the Bells" data-vars-click-url="https://hennepinarts.org/events/the-chaos-of-the-bells-2025" data-vars-content-id="b54e012b-755e-4d7d-81fe-37249e6d80a3" data-vars-headline="Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://hennepinarts.org/events/the-chaos-of-the-bells-2025" target="_blank">Chaos of the Bells</a>&quot; is this year&#x27;s laugh-out-loud Brave New Workshop sketch holiday show.<ul><li>Now -Jan. 17. $55+</li></ul>

Twin Cities' new "pumpkin concierges" turn porches into fall art

Packages range from hundreds to thousands of dollars.

A growing field of &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pumpkin concierges" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/14/porch-pumpkin-delivery" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/14/porch-pumpkin-delivery" target="_self">pumpkin concierges</a>&quot; will deliver custom-designed gourd displays for those willing to drop serious dollars on their seasonal decor.The big picture: Professional porch decorating is becoming big business, with services cropping up in cities ranging from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverporchpumpkins.com/" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverporchpumpkins.com/" target="_blank">Denver</a> to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Washington, D.C." data-vars-click-url="https://www.pumpkincityporches.com/" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.pumpkincityporches.com/" target="_blank">Washington, D.C.</a><ul><li>At least two — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pumpkin Lane Delivery" data-vars-click-url="https://pumpkinlanedelivery.com/" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://pumpkinlanedelivery.com/" target="_blank">Pumpkin Lane Delivery</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sota Pumpkins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.sotapumpkins.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNDkxxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMcWQ5UE1iczFHdXM5RVJmAR7KwIE_SZp4cLrWd9tx1wq3XL4ITQFUbTd9lPAtss2rGKigPqGQ1vDYYDSF1g_aem_RPnUftC_ifGFMkpIWEZyAQ" data-vars-content-id="bf8944a2-2472-4a4a-b912-7f7f6c3ceb9c" data-vars-headline="Twin Cities&#x27; new &quot;pumpkin concierges&quot; turn porches into fall art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.sotapumpkins.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNDkxxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMcWQ5UE1iczFHdXM5RVJmAR7KwIE_SZp4cLrWd9tx1wq3XL4ITQFUbTd9lPAtss2rGKigPqGQ1vDYYDSF1g_aem_RPnUftC_ifGFMkpIWEZyAQ" target="_blank">Sota Pumpkins</a> — have recently launched in the Twin Cities.</li></ul>

Tips for a safe Fourth

Here's some official guidance on fireworks, when to call 911, and more.

Holidays

July 4 is often one of the busiest days of the year for emergency dispatchers. Here&#x27;s some advice from authorities to make their lives easier — and your Fourth more fun.

Now showing: Holiday performances to get you in spirit

Local theaters are going big for the holidays

Friday is the unofficial start of the holiday season and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Twin Cities" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities" data-vars-content-id="67837954-3f56-494e-b442-ef5491e67665" data-vars-headline="Now showing: Holiday performances to get you in spirit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities" target="_self">Twin Cities</a> theaters have a deep slate of productions to get you in the spirit. Here&#x27;s a roundup of some of them.

Minnesotan wins pumpkin weigh-off with 2,471-pound gourd

The giant gourd will be turned into a  jack-o'-lantern.

A Minnesota horticulture teacher remains the reigning champ of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="growing ridiculously large pumpkins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/09/21/largest-pumpkins-in-america-weight-contest" data-vars-content-id="4462c20a-b6ae-477b-8848-7441a68fe98c" data-vars-headline="Minnesotan wins pumpkin weigh-off with 2,471-pound gourd" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/09/21/largest-pumpkins-in-america-weight-contest" target="_self">growing ridiculously large pumpkins</a>. The big picture: A giant gourd grown by Travis Gienger of Anoka was crowned the winner of the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Northern California on Monday.

What's closed in Minnesota on Juneteenth

The newest state holiday may affect opening hours. We run down what's likely open and closed.

Minnesota will mark Black Americans&#x27; emancipation from slavery by observing the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Juneteenth holiday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/19/juneteenth-federal-holiday-banks-closed" data-vars-content-id="6863fc44-7ecc-446d-9ac5-39ad3bbcb3ef" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s closed in Minnesota on Juneteenth" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/19/juneteenth-federal-holiday-banks-closed" target="_self">Juneteenth holiday</a> on Wednesday, June 19.Zoom in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The newest state holiday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mprnews.org/story/2023/02/03/juneteenth-is-now-a-holiday-in-minnesota" data-vars-content-id="6863fc44-7ecc-446d-9ac5-39ad3bbcb3ef" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s closed in Minnesota on Juneteenth" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mprnews.org/story/2023/02/03/juneteenth-is-now-a-holiday-in-minnesota" target="_blank">The newest state holiday</a> may affect hours for some businesses and services. Here&#x27;s some of what will be open and closed:

Holidays

This Minnesota city is competing for Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Town title

Minneapolis heeds call: Don't call 911 for fireworks noise

St. Paul fireworks return after 10 years

A 1-minute guide to holiday fun across the Twin Cities

Holiday shows on stage at Twin Cities theaters