Freestyle acquires Doua Moua’s Hmong family drama The Harvest
Freestyle Digital Media, the digital distribution arm of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, has acquired U.S. rights to The Harvest, an acclaimed Hmong American family drama written by and starring …
Hmong and Hmong Americans in Minnesota
The Hmong first arrived in Minnesota in late 1975, after the communist seizure of power in Indochina. They faced multiple barriers as refugees from a war- torn country, but with …
Hmong and Hmong Americans in Minnesota
The Hmong who came to Minnesota have endured decades of war trauma since at least 1945. MinnPost’s reporters work hard to bring you the news about what’s happening in Minnesota …
Hmong Market hosted in Eau Claire
The Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association hosted their Hmong Market on Saturday. The market feature 20 vendors, allowing community members to share their heritage with Eau Claire. This …
Suni Lee Shares Powerful Advice About Letting Go of Fear at the Apex for Youth Gala
Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee was honored at the 2025 Apex for Youth Inspiration Awards Gala and gave a powerful acceptance speech. Read every word. Full story: …
Suni Lee Shares Her Journey to Conquering Fear at Apex for Youth
Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee was honored at last night’s Apex for Youth Inspiration Awards Gala at Cipriani South Street in New York City, where she gave powerful advice on …
As funding for crime victims plummets, Wisconsin’s attorney general urges state to fill the gap
Attorney General Josh Kaul is urging state lawmakers to approve nearly $68 million for crime victim services over the next two years. Full story: …
Brandon Vang sworn in for Fresno City Council District 5
Fresno’s newest city council member was sworn in today.Brandon Vang now represents District 5, which includes southeast Fresno.I will well and faithfully discha … Full story: …
Brandon Vang sworn-in to Fresno City Council
After months, there is no longer an empty seat on the Fresno City Council, as Brandon Vang was sworn into his District 5 seat. Full story: …
Fresno, the city of immigrants and diversity, welcomes Hmong City Council member | Opinion
Brandon Vang, who reflected on his family’s support in his first comments as a Fresno City Council member, was sworn in on Thursday. Full story: …
‘Independent’ Vang Starts Work as New Fresno Councilmember. Cancels Tavlian Contract.
Vang took his place on the dais representing southeast Fresno, bringing the city council to full strength on Thursday. The city council unanimously accepted the March 18 special e …
From a refugee camp to City Hall, Fresno’s newest councilmember takes the reins after emotional ceremony
This story was originally published by Fresnoland, a nonprofit news organization. In a tearful speech after taking his oath of office Thursday, Brandon Vang thanked the people who came before …
The Clint Eastwood movie disowned by its star: “I was just really repulsed”
Clint Eastwood hasn’t courted controversy too often throughout his career, but there’s a complex situation at the heart of one of his films. Full story: …
Lang opposes giving Hmong veterans state benefits
A compromise measure would recognize the men as veterans but limit access to benefits. It is estimated fewer than 1000 Hmong Vietnam veterans live in Minnesota. Full story: …
UP Promotes Ban Hmong Mai Community Enterprise as a Cultural Tourism and Learning Hub for Hmong Heritage.
This initiative aims to establish Ban Hmong Mai as a learning center and a cultural tourism destination focused on Hmong ethnic heritage, emphasizing local cuisine and traditional crafts like hand …
These Stations Serve America’s Hmong Communities
In California, where approximately 107,000 Hmong reside, the origin of the state’s two Hmong stations, as told by Marc Yablonka, is a fascinating story. Full story: …
Hmong American Peace Academy fills new executive role for its foundation
Hmong American Peace Academy, Wisconsin’s first Hmong charter school, has named Patrick Tevlin as the first executive director of development for its … Full story: …
The Roots on the Runway fashion show honors heritage and style
It was a night of glitz and glamour. The South Asian Student Association (SASA) hosted the Roots on the Runway cultural fashion show on March 25 in the Cone Center …
