Hmong News – Minnesota

Hmong, Lao Secret War veterans could receive benefits under new bill

Hmong, Lao Secret War veterans could receive benefits under new bill

Many in the Minnesota Hmong and Lao communities hope House lawmakers will pass a bill aimed at granting limited veterans’ benefits to Hmong and Lao special guerrilla units veterans in the Secret War. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/hmong-lao-secret-war-veterans-182336974.html
Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong and Lao veterans

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong and Lao veterans

Some of the benefits include special designations on their drivers licenses, veteran burial ceremonies and grave markers. Health care benefits are not included.

Full story: https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-senate-passes-bill-granting-benefits-to-hmong-and-lao-veterans/601340132

Walker West opens new St. Paul cultural center with weekend of music

Walker West opens new St. Paul cultural center with weekend of music

Jazz, gospel and violins at Walker West’s grand opening; Hmong arts at Union Depot; Aztec dancers and Latine artists at the Midtown Greenway; St. Paul art crawl.

Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-walker-west-hmong-festival-midtown-caravan/

Skyline Mini Golf is back on the Walker rooftop in May

Skyline Mini Golf is back on the Walker rooftop in May

Skyline Mini Golf will return to the Walker Art Center’s rooftop with 10 holes designed by local artists, all of which offer a striking view of the Minneapolis skyline. The Walker will open up its …

Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/skyline-mini-golf-back-walker-182415848.html

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

The Minnesota Senate voted Wednesday to pass a bill that would grant some veterans benefits to Hmong and Lao veterans who fought in the Vietnam War.

Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/minnesota-senate-legislature-hmong-war-veterans-bill/

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

The Minnesota Senate voted Wednesday to pass a bill that would grant some veterans benefits to Hmong and Lao veterans who fought in the Vietnam War.

Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/minnesota-senate-legislature-hmong-war-veterans-bill/

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

Minnesota Senate passes bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

The Minnesota Senate voted Wednesday to pass a bill that would grant some veterans benefits to Hmong and Lao veterans who fought in the Vietnam War.

Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/minnesota-senate-legislature-hmong-war-veterans-bill/

Vinai makes Condé Nast Traveler's best of 2025 list

Vinai makes Condé Nast Traveler’s best of 2025 list

Minneapolis Hmong restaurant Vinai has been ranked by Condé Nast Traveler as one of 2025’s best new restaurants in the world.

Full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2025/04/23/vinai-best-new-restaurant-world-2025-conde-nast.html

Vinai makes Condé Nast Traveler's best of 2025 list

Vinai makes Condé Nast Traveler’s best of 2025 list

Minneapolis Hmong restaurant Vinai has been ranked by Condé Nast Traveler as one of 2025’s best new restaurants in the world.

Full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2025/04/23/vinai-best-new-restaurant-world-2025-conde-nast.html

Kao Kalia Yang makes history at Minnesota Book Awards

Kao Kalia Yang makes history at Minnesota Book Awards

Kao Kalia Yang, a Hmong-American writer who lives in St. Paul, made Minnesota Book Award history Tuesday when she won awards in three categories at the 2025 Minnesota Book Awards ceremony at the …

Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/04/23/kao-kalia-yang-minnesota-book-awards/

Minnesota Senate expected to vote on bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

Minnesota Senate expected to vote on bill granting benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans

The Minnesota Senate is expected to vote Wednesday on a bill that would grant some veterans benefits to Hmong and Lao veterans who fought in the Vietnam War.

Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/minnesota-senate-legislature-hmong-war-veterans-bill/

Nightlife at ASIA’s Lotus Night Market

Nightlife at ASIA’s Lotus Night Market

Market is a yearly tradition at Minnesota State. Every year, the minds of the Asian Students in America (ASIA) club work together to put on a fun night of entertainment, food …

Full story: https://www.msureporter.com/2025/04/22/nightlife-at-asias-lotus-night-market/

What to know before traveling to Minnesota, the land of 10,000 lakes

What to know before traveling to Minnesota, the land of 10,000 lakes

Minnesota may be known for its accent and music icon Prince, but the state is also home to pristine national and state parks, award-winning restaurants, and a vibrant arts scene.

Full story: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/minnesota-essential-travel-guide

10 unforgettable ways to explore Minnesota

10 unforgettable ways to explore Minnesota

World-class Hmong American dining, the world’s largest freshwater lake, and excellent mountain biking are just a few compelling reasons to visit the North Star State.

Full story: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/minnesota-best-things-to-do