International

January 8, 2026

NSS Weekly: Minnesota’s Reactions to Operations in Venezuela

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. [Read Transcript...]

December 18, 2025

Somali Minnesotans Navigate TPS Uncertainty

Somali Minnesotans respond to the increased hostility they say the federal government is creating in our state. Plus, a Republican State Senator calls the President out for referring to Somali Americans as garbage, and Minnesota mourns the loss of a music legend. [Read Transcript...]

January 30, 2025

A Mall of Many Dreams

Located in the heart of Minneapolis, Karmel Mall has become a venue where Somali speaking business owners can fulfill their dreams with a whole community behind them. In this segment, North Star Stories' Jamad Jama details the purpose behind Karmel, its importance as a third space, and features interviews with two inspiring business owners. [Read Transcript...]

January 30, 2025

The Lost Art of Potica

Northern Minnesota’s Mesabi Iron Range is known for more than iron ore. It has its own unique culinary traditions brought here by immigrants with some 40 different national identities who poured into this region around the turn of the 20th century. One of the most famous Range treats is potica.

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