Secret War: Hmong veterans still fighting

The CIA recruited tens of thousands of Hmong men and boys as surrogate fighters for the U.S. in the Secret War in Laos during the 1960s and 1970s. Approximately 35,000 Hmong died protecting American interests in Southeast Asia. SGU Veterans continue to fight for recognition from the U.S. government for their sacrifices.

Hmong Story Cloth: Preserving history

Story cloths are one of several types of Hmong needlework and fabric arts known as paj ntaub, or "flower cloth." It’s an art form that’s been a part of the Hmong culture for centuries. Paj ntaub is most often found on traditional Hmong clothing, but can be found on traditional Hmong clothing, blankets, baby carriers and other home décor.

50 years of Hmong in Minnesota: A Timeline

This year (2025) marks 50 years since the first Hmong refugees arrived in the United States. Today, 330,000 Hmong people reside in the U.S., with nearly a third of them living in Minnesota. However, their journey to get to the U.S. goes back even further.

Naturalized U.S. citizens ceremonies held

Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the United States at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday, becoming naturalized U.S. citizens.

Trump suspends green card program

President Donald Trump has order DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to halt the green card program that allowed the Brown University shooter to come to the U.S.

Trump addresses nation, attacks Somalis in MN

President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the nation, promising an economic boom and touting his immigration policies, while also once again attacking Somalis in Minnesota.

Witnesses conflict with ICE account

Protesters clashed with immigration authorities in south Minneapolis on Monday afternoon, but a day later both sides offered conflicting accounts of how the chaos unfolded.