Wa Chong Vang, the distinguished son of the late General Vang Pao, lived a life defined by courage, honor, and devotion to his people. His journey reflected the indomitable spirit of the Hmong nation – a story of perseverance, sacrifice, and hope passed from one generation to the next. A soldier, scholar, and advocate, Wa Chong carried forward his father’s vision with humility, grace, and unshakable purpose. His life remains a powerful testament to what it means to lead – not through words, but through quiet strength, service, and example.

In a decisive victory that underscores both the growing diversity and evolving priorities of Minnesota’s electorate, XP Lee won the District 34B special election on Tuesday, capturing 60.8% of the vote against Republican challenger Ruth Bittner’s 39.1%, according to the Secretary of State’s Office.

When Keller Regional Park in Maplewood officially reopened its renovated tuj lub courts this year, the moment was more than just a ribbon-cutting — it was a celebration of culture, community, and continuity.

When Food & Wine announced its coveted 2025 Restaurant of the Year, the culinary world took notice. The honor didn’t go to a Michelin-starred spot in New York or a high-profile tasting menu in Los Angeles — it went to Diane’s Place, a soulful Hmong restaurant nestled in Northeast Minneapolis.

When people consider fall color in Minnesota, their minds usually go to the red, orange and yellow colors of leaves. But what about the other fall colors – the wildflowers that dot the state’s prairies, and the waves of tall grass that turn from green to deep red?

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A student’s ability to feel safe at school begins with preparation. Schools do this by working with their emergency managers and the Minnesota School Safety Center to conduct facility assessments, develop emergency operations plans for all types of hazards, and train their school resource officers.

Walking into the Geography and Maps Reading Room in the Library of Congress is like walking into the multiverse; you can follow city streets as they existed hundreds of years in the past, long before pavement and power lines swooped overhead.

As part of the 50th year commemoration, Hmong Museum is seeking to map historically significant places of the Hmong community across Minnesota.

As families across the country prepare for the annual back-to-school season, a new source of stress has emerged for many parents: conflicting vaccine guidance.