ICE enforcement and MN jails: What we know
White House Border Czar Tom Homan said they're working on a drawdown plan for federal officials in Minnesota, but only if there's cooperation with local and state leaders. Questions remain about what cooperation DHS is expecting to have with county jails in Minnesota. FOX 9's Rob Olson is digging into this.
White House Border Czar Tom Homan said they're working on a drawdown plan for federal officials in Minnesota, but only if there's cooperation with local and state leaders. Questions remain about what cooperation DHS is expecting to have with county jails in Minnesota. FOX 9's Rob Olson is digging into this.
The requirements for an ICE drawdown in MN
In his first news conference since arriving in Minnesota, Trump adviser and Border Czar Tom Homan laid out the requirements for an ICE drawdown in Minnesota.
In his first news conference since arriving in Minnesota, Trump adviser and Border Czar Tom Homan laid out the requirements for an ICE drawdown in Minnesota.
St. Paul leaders address ICE small business impact
St. Paul Mayor Her, along with leaders from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, spoke about how ICE operations have impacted the local economy. They also celebrated the designation of February as "Shop Local, Stand Together Month."
St. Paul Mayor Her, along with leaders from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, spoke about how ICE operations have impacted the local economy. They also celebrated the designation of February as "Shop Local, Stand Together Month."
Alex Pretti scuffle with feds 11 days before fatal shooting
New video from Max Shapiro/The News Movement shows Alex Pretti kicking the taillight of a federal vehicle and getting into a scuffle 11 days before he was fatally shot by Border Patrol in Minneapolis.
New video from Max Shapiro/The News Movement shows Alex Pretti kicking the taillight of a federal vehicle and getting into a scuffle 11 days before he was fatally shot by Border Patrol in Minneapolis.
Ex-Illinois deputy sentenced for murder of Sonya Massey
Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Thursday.
Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Thursday.
From Trinidad to Queens: Nicki Minaj’s immigration story, Trump ties and gold card
Nicki Minaj, the Trinidad-born rapper who rose to fame repping Queens, New York, is drawing renewed attention for her growing public support of President Donald Trump.
Nicki Minaj, the Trinidad-born rapper who rose to fame repping Queens, New York, is drawing renewed attention for her growing public support of President Donald Trump.
FOX 9 Morning News: Jan. 29, 2026
FOX 9 Morning News: Tom Homan gives his first news conference since taking over ICE operations in Minnesota for the Trump administration.
FOX 9 Morning News: Tom Homan gives his first news conference since taking over ICE operations in Minnesota for the Trump administration.
Trump's border czar on when ICE will leave MN
White House Border Czar Tom Homan, in his first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, said he is working on a drawdown plan of federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials.
White House Border Czar Tom Homan, in his first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, said he is working on a drawdown plan of federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials.
How many ICE agents are MN? Homan doesn't say
When asked how many federal agents are in Minnesota, Border Czar Tom Homan said there have been a lot of rotations but did not provide a specific number. Court records show there were more than 3,000 federal agents in Minnesota, including ICE and Border Patrol officers, earlier this week. Homan said on Thursday they're working on a drawdown plan of federal agents but that depends on cooperation with state and local officials.
When asked how many federal agents are in Minnesota, Border Czar Tom Homan said there have been a lot of rotations but did not provide a specific number. Court records show there were more than 3,000 federal agents in Minnesota, including ICE and Border Patrol officers, earlier this week. Homan said on Thursday they're working on a drawdown plan of federal agents but that depends on cooperation with state and local officials.
ICE funding shutdown: What the Dems want changed
Democrats in Congress are demanding changes to ICE and they say they are willing to endure another government shutdown to force the changes.
Democrats in Congress are demanding changes to ICE and they say they are willing to endure another government shutdown to force the changes.
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ICE operations in MN update: Border Czar Tom Homan's first update [FULL]
White House Border Czar Tom Homan gave his first update as head of ICE operations in Minnesota, saying great progress has been made. Homan did say they're staying in Minnesota until the “problem's gone,” noting the withdrawal of federal law enforcement in Minnesota depends on cooperation in Minnesota.
White House Border Czar Tom Homan gave his first update as head of ICE operations in Minnesota, saying great progress has been made. Homan did say they're staying in Minnesota until the “problem's gone,” noting the withdrawal of federal law enforcement in Minnesota depends on cooperation in Minnesota.
Alex Pretti had prior encounter with federal agents
A newly surfaced video shows Alex Pretti having a confrontation with federal agents approximately 11 days before he was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Leah Beno reports.
A newly surfaced video shows Alex Pretti having a confrontation with federal agents approximately 11 days before he was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Leah Beno reports.
Amy Klobuchar gubernatorial campaign announcement video
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month. Here is her full campaign announcement video.
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month. Here is her full campaign announcement video.
Amy Klobuchar running for MN governor
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.
Texas Democrats demand 5-year-old's release from ICE facility in Dilley
Three Texas Democrats visited the Dilley Detention Center demanding the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos. Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody in Minnesota last week.
Three Texas Democrats visited the Dilley Detention Center demanding the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos. Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody in Minnesota last week.
Ilhan Omar says she won't 'back down' after town hall attack
Ilhan Omar spoke to a crowd at Karmel Mall the day after a man sprayed a liquid on her during a town hall in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the full report.
Ilhan Omar spoke to a crowd at Karmel Mall the day after a man sprayed a liquid on her during a town hall in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the full report.
Nurses hold candlelight vigil for Alex Pretti
Nurses held a candlelight vigil for Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by Border Patrol agents. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the details.
Nurses held a candlelight vigil for Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by Border Patrol agents. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the details.
New Video of Alex Pretti shows previous confrontation with feds
Newly obtained video shows Alex Pretti in a confrontation with federal agents 11 days before he was fatally shot by Border Patrol.
Newly obtained video shows Alex Pretti in a confrontation with federal agents 11 days before he was fatally shot by Border Patrol.
Alleged attacks on ICE agents rarely charged
In dozens of cases involving attacks on federal agents during immigration operations, prosecutors have declined to file charges, dismissed the case or failed to obtain a grand jury indictment.
In dozens of cases involving attacks on federal agents during immigration operations, prosecutors have declined to file charges, dismissed the case or failed to obtain a grand jury indictment.
Liam Ramos: Supporters call for 5-year-old to be released
Texas leaders held a news conference at San Antonio City Hall to demand the release of 5-year-old Liam Ramos, who was taken into ICE custody by federal agents in Minnesota.
Texas leaders held a news conference at San Antonio City Hall to demand the release of 5-year-old Liam Ramos, who was taken into ICE custody by federal agents in Minnesota.