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The article reports on various local issues including community responses to ICE in Minnesota and efforts by groups like Unidos for get-out-the-vote action. It details concerns raised by the American Federation of Teachers regarding Target's inaction during Operation Metro Surge, alongside a review request against Xcel Energy's rate increase order. Furthermore, news highlights severe drought conditions across much of Minnesota.

The DNR is auctioning 97 properties, including a $101,000 riverfront parcel on Walled Lake and an 80-acre landlocked forest in northern Michigan.

Several southeastern Minnesota parks and trails are closed due to heavy rain and flash flooding. The DNR warns of potential additional closures and advises checking their website for updates. Specific closures include Beaver Creek Valley State Park, Mystery Cave Unit, Root River State Trail, and trails in Snake Creek and Trout Valley Forest Recreation Areas.

Michigan's dangerous heat and dry grass are increasing wildfire risks, exacerbated by Fourth of July fireworks. Jeff Vasher, a resource protection manager, discussed these dangers on Local 4 Live.