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Immigration

• Minnesota leads nation in Somali immigrants
  Minnesota saw its third-largest influx of immigrants in a quarter century in 2004, with immigrants from Somalia leading the pack. In all, 11,708 legal immigrants came to Minnesota in 2004.February 17, 2006
• Immigration proposal raises concerns in Worthington
  Nearly 300 people turned out in Worthington Sunday to talk about immigration. The subject has been a major topic of discussion since Gov. Tim Pawlenty proposed new measures to deal with undocumented workers. Worthington's large immigrant population is concerned it may be targeted.January 30, 2006
• Governor shows softer side toward immigrants
  One week after saying he wanted to crack down on illegal immigration, Gov. Tim Pawlenty proposed ways to help legal immigrants. The Republican governor's plan includes a new tax credit for immigrants seeking citizenship, and more money for English language instruction and immunizations.January 12, 2006
• Pawlenty outlines plan to fight illegal immigration
  Gov. Tim Pawlenty has released a series of proposals designed to crack down on criminal activity by undocumented immigrants. Pawlenty says the proposals will protect the public, but some police officials are skeptical.January 3, 2006
• Sending sons home to Somalia for safety
  Drug dealing amongst Somali teens in Rochester has increased steadily over the past five years according to police and community leaders. Some community members are offering a surprising solution. The mothers of these teenagers want to send the dealers back to Somalia.December 15, 2005
• Ecuadorian consulate opens in the Twin Cities
  A new consulate serving Ecuadorians in the area opened last month. The office, staffed entirely by volunteers, operates two nights a week, in addition to one Saturday a month.April 22, 2005
• Tax time is for everyone, including illegal immigrants
  The April 15 tax deadline to file taxes causes most Americans stress and anguish. But for the millions of people living and working illegally in the United States, filing taxes can be an opportunity to prove their economic contribution and document their residence here.April 10, 2005
• Undocumented immigrants may get in-state tuition
  Some Minnesota school children can't get in-state tuition to Minnesota's colleges and universities. But that might change soon. A bill before the Legislature would give Minnesota students who are not legal residents of the United states the right to pay the same amount as kids who were born here.March 2, 2005
• Undocumented workers organize for amnesty
  Undocumented workers and their supporters plan a bus convoy and rallies in Washington, D.c. and New York City in early October. They're asking for legislation permitting amnesty for illegal immigrants working in the U.S. But opponents argue immigration rules should be enforced as they are.September 25, 2003
• Saudi-born man fighting to stay in America
  A Saudi-born Winona man is facing deportation because he checked the wrong box on a job application. His lawyer says he is falling victim to tighter INS regulation. The INS says it's just business as usual.January 15, 2003

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