Immigration & Justice: Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison sued Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to force extradition of an ICE officer accused in a Minneapolis shooting, escalating a long-running fight over whether the agent will face trial in Minnesota. Public Safety Tech: Owatonna is asking for $24,000 to renew its Flock camera contract, as councilors press for details on what the system can do, where cameras sit, and what safeguards exist—amid broader privacy backlash. Surveillance Escalation: A new report says Flock’s AI tool can identify drivers by behavior and patterns, raising fresh concerns about tracking people without a plate or a specific crime. Sports & Culture War: Sophie Cunningham hinted WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert could be ousted, as debate over transgender participation continues to roil the league. Community & Arts: Willmar broke ground on the Robbins Island amphitheater, a long-awaited project funded by grants and set to support the Rockin’ Robbins concert series. Faith & Healing: One year after the Annunciation church shooting in Minneapolis, parish leaders and families reflect on recovery, community bonds, and hope. Education: East Lake Elementary’s grade 4 posted strong reading MCA participation, while other schools’ results show uneven math and science participation across the state. Local Government: Hastings City Council addressed fentanyl awareness, a data center moratorium, and environmental litigation in a single meeting. Arts Funding: East Central Regional Arts Council opened grant info sessions ahead of Oct. 1, 2026 and Feb. 1, 2027 deadlines.