Newcomers say it's 'nice' here, but not warm
Many young transplants to Minnesota say making friends and finding a sense of community is daunting. That environment can have consequences for the state's economic future.
English-only measure still divides Lino Lakes
Lino Lakes Elementary School's popular Spanish-immersion program is a small island of linguistic diversity in a community where, a year and a half ago, officials passed an English-only ordinance.
Willmar is the future face of Minnesota
State demographers say Willmar -- with a substantial number of Latino and Somali residents -- foretells what Minnesota will look like two or three decades down the road.
Video: Adjusting to "Minnesota Nice"
They came to Minnesota for work, for love, for family, to escape civil war. But people who shared their experiences say adjusting to life in Minnesota wasn't easy.
Commentary: A newcomer can find welcome in Minnesota. Eventually
