Samie Solina
Journalist at KARE-TV (Minneapolis, MN)
Articles
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5 days ago |
kare11.com | Samie Solina
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — The gym at Txuj Xi Lower Campus was filled with music and celebration this week as students, parents, and teachers gathered to honor the upcoming Hmong American Day, a milestone that would have been unimaginable just a generation ago. For years, the Hmong language was not allowed in schools. Now, students sing in Hmong, a change that brings pride to families and educators alike.
Foam Lightsabers to Life Lessons: St. Paul students channel inner Jedi in after-school fencing class
1 week ago |
kare11.com | Samie Solina
ST PAUL, Minn. — At Randolph Heights Elementary School, after-school options range from chess to art-and, for a group of enthusiastic students, lightsaber fencing. The class, offered through Community Education programming, trades fencing foils for foam noodles, letting kids safely channel their inner Jedi. “I get to hang out with my friends. Personally, I really like Star Wars,” said student Leo Hackman.
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1 week ago |
kare11.com | Samie Solina
MINNEAPOLIS — Loved ones say Leras Rainey died last night from his wounds from the shooting. He leaves behind four kids. In a GoFundMe, his family said his unexpected loss has left a deep void in the lives of those who loved him. They are raising money for funeral costs. Evan Denny, 27, was Rainey's cousin, the family says. "Evan was such a lovable guy, who truly loved his family," his aunt, Marie Rainey, said. "He showed up for all his family and always checked in on everyone.
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1 week ago |
kare11.com | Samie Solina
MINNEAPOLIS — The Native community is mourning. More than 100 people showed up at Cedar Field for a prayer ceremony to start the healing together. “It’s why we’re doing this community prayer so our people can heal from the tragedies that broke out in the past 48 hours,” said Khaloni Freemont, a descendant of Red Lake. Freemont watches over her community while they rest. She grew up in Minneapolis and is now a part of a patrol group with the Minneapolis American Indian Movement.
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2 weeks ago |
kare11.com | Samie Solina
AFTON, Minn. — Minnesota residents have a few more hours Saturday to enjoy the state’s free park day, a seasonal event that waives admission fees at all 73 state parks and recreation areas. The free park day, which occurs once every season, encourages outdoor activities as spring takes hold across the state. Families and outdoor enthusiasts took advantage of the sunshine and mild temperatures to explore nature, hike trails and watch new life emerge after winter.
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