Bemidji

A woman died after being pulled from Lake Andrusia near Bemidji, Minnesota, following an incident where first responders and a tribal police officer provided aid. She was taken to a hospital but later died, with an autopsy underway to determine the cause of death.

Minnesota experienced widespread arrests and deportations under ICE's Operation Metro Surge, with 5,000 people detained and $700 million in lost revenue. The operations, criticized for violating constitutional amendments and international human rights laws, targeted cities with large immigrant populations and resulted in nearly 200,000 arrests nationwide by early 2026.

A man's body was recovered from Movil Lake north of Bemidji after he submerged and did not resurface. First responders and bystanders located the body in 25 feet of water, but severe thunderstorms delayed full recovery until 8:30 p.m. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.

The federal government is suing Minnesota and three other states for not providing data on SNAP beneficiaries to investigate fraud, with Minnesota's DCYF arguing the request violates privacy. Minneapolis City Council Member Aisha Chughtai announced a leave of absence for mental health treatment, while Fosston's legal battle with Essentia Health over hospital control moves to arbitration. Storms damaged northern Minnesota ahead of Bemidji's Water Carnival.

One year after a historic derecho with 120 mph winds destroyed 9 million trees and caused $10 million in damage in Bemidji and Beltrami County, recovery continues amid wildfire risks. Officials highlight new wildlife habitats from regrowth but stress ongoing concerns about dry fuel and fires, while urging tourism to support recovery.

Target Field concession workers plan to strike for better wages and healthcare ahead of the Twins’ homestand with the Dodgers. Concessions company Delaware North states it will continue operating during the strike.