Crime
Minneapolis Quality Learning Center has been shut down, NO MORE LEARING
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Minnesota state officials are responding to widespread attention generated by a viral video alleging fraud within the state’s childcare assistance system, including claims involving several licensed daycare facilities in Minneapolis.
The video, created by conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley, has accumulated tens of millions of views on social media, drawing national attention and prompting scrutiny from state and federal authorities.
🚨 Here is the full 42 minutes of my crew and I exposing Minnesota fraud, this might be my most important work yet. We uncovered over $110,000,000 in ONE day. Like it and share it around like wildfire! Its time to hold these corrupt politicians and fraudsters accountable
We ALL… pic.twitter.com/E3Penx2o7a— Nick shirley (@nickshirleyy) December 26, 2025
One of the facilities highlighted in the video was the Quality “Learing” Center—notably misspelled on exterior signage—which Shirley portrayed as appearing vacant despite allegedly receiving significant public funding.
In the video, Shirley questioned the apparent absence of children inside the facility, suggesting it was part of a broader pattern of fraud involving taxpayer-funded daycare centers.
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), which administers federal Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) funds, acknowledged the concerns raised by the video while cautioning about the methods used in its production.
“While we have questions about some of the methods that were used in the video, we do take the concerns about fraud very seriously,” said Tikki Brown, Commissioner of DCYF.
Commissioner Brown confirmed that state inspectors conducted follow-up visits to the daycare centers featured in the video earlier this week to verify compliance and confirm that children were present.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security also conducted checks at some of the Minneapolis locations mentioned.
According to Brown, state inspection records show that all of the daycares featured in the video—except one—hold active licenses and continue to receive childcare assistance payments.
She stated that inspectors had visited each of those centers within the past six months and found no substantiated evidence of fraud.
Brown confirmed that the Quality “Learing” Center, which drew particular attention due to its signage and appearance in the video, permanently closed last week. The facility had previously ceased operations years earlier, according to the department.
However, conflicting accounts emerged shortly afterward. Local media observed dozens of children being dropped off at the site, and parents stated the daycare was still operating.
A man identifying himself as the facility’s manager told reporters the center was legitimate and functioning normally.
A nearby resident described the sudden activity as unusual, saying the location had long appeared inactive.
“We’ve never seen kids go in there until today. That parking lot is empty all the time. I was under the impression that place was permanently closed,” the resident said.
Ibrahim Ali, who identified himself as the son of the owner and the center’s manager, stated that Shirley’s visit occurred before the daycare opened for the day.
He said the facility operates Monday through Thursday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and claimed that approximately 16 children were present inside the center later that afternoon.
Ali denied allegations of fraud and said the business had not been named in any federal investigation.
Another employee who opened the facility on Monday strongly rejected the claims, stating:
“We don’t have fraud. That’s a lie. I don’t want to talk—I want to talk to my lawyer.”
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families confirmed there are currently 55 active investigations statewide related to the Child Care Assistance Program. Officials emphasized that not all investigations result in findings of fraud and that each case is reviewed individually.
State leaders reiterated that the situation remains under review and that any confirmed violations would be addressed through appropriate legal and administrative channels.
This remains a developing issue, and authorities say additional information will be released as investigations continue.
ERIE, Pa. — Matthew S. Stone, also known as Matt Stone, has reportedly been identified as the suspected gunman in a deadly mass shooting at a residence on Perry Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The shooting reportedly claimed nine lives, including those of his daughter, Angelina Stone, and her two young children, according to information shared by family members and other reports.
Authorities responded to a residence at 722 Perry Street at approximately 5 p.m. after receiving emergency calls reporting gunfire.
The incident developed into an hours-long standoff before officers entered the home and found multiple victims.
The suspected shooter was also found dead inside the residence, reportedly from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The reported identification of Matthew S. Stone as the suspect has added another painful dimension to a tragedy that has devastated relatives, friends and the wider Erie community. However, the suspect’s identity and the reported family relationships should be treated as unconfirmed unless officially verified by law enforcement.
Angelina Stone, 24, her 5-year-old son, Isiah Hodges, and her nearly 2-year-old daughter, Amari’anna, have reportedly been identified among those killed in the shooting.
Family-shared information and a fundraising appeal described Angelina as pregnant and expecting a baby boy named Kyrie in the coming weeks. The reported deaths of Angelina and her children have left relatives and friends grieving the loss of a young mother and the children whose lives were cut short.
Information shared by family members reportedly identified Matthew S. Stone as Angelina’s father and the person responsible for killing her and her children. However, the information available for this report does not establish that police have officially confirmed the suspect’s identity, the family relationships or the allegations surrounding the deaths.
Lora Roberts, a mother of five and volunteer advocate for people experiencing homelessness, has also reportedly been identified as a victim.
Roberts was known for her community service and was reportedly a former member of the board of directors of Community of Caring, an Erie nonprofit that provides food and shelter to people in need.
According to information shared about the incident, Roberts was reportedly attempting to help a family member escape when she was shot. Her reported death has left five children without their mother and loved ones mourning a woman remembered for her compassion and willingness to help others.
April Miles Pineiro shared a heartfelt tribute remembering Jonathan and Matthew Stone as close childhood friends who helped make her early years unforgettable.
Pineiro recalled meeting the brothers when they were children and quickly becoming part of a close group of neighborhood friends. They spent hours playing outdoors, including hide-and-seek games in which the boys sometimes wore a clown mask to scare their friends.
She remembered how the children continued spending time together through cold and snowy weather and how they walked to the school bus stop together when they learned they would attend the same school.
Pineiro also recalled Jonathan’s childhood crush on her and a memorable visit to a park when playful horseplay on a slide ended with both brothers falling. She described these memories with affection, emphasizing the lasting bond they shared.
In her tribute, Pineiro expressed heartbreak over the reported deaths and promised to cherish their memories.
“I’ll love you ALWAYS AND FOREVER Matthew and Jonathan,” she wrote.
Her words reflected the depth of the friendships and the profound grief being felt by those who knew the brothers.
According to reports, witnesses told investigators that a man fired a handgun outside the residence before entering the home. Two women were initially found dead in the street.
Erie police officers and the department’s SWAT team surrounded the property and attempted to persuade the man inside to surrender. Additional gunshots were reportedly heard while officers remained outside.
Police eventually entered the residence and discovered additional victims in different areas of the home, including children. The suspected shooter was found dead inside, reportedly with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Authorities said there was no continuing threat to the public after the situation was contained.
Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah described the incident as devastating and deeply disturbing for the officers and investigators involved.
“The loss of life is devastating, and the circumstances we are working through are deeply disturbing,” Lorah said.
Mayor Daria Devlin also expressed condolences to the victims’ families and everyone affected by the tragedy, calling it a terrible loss for the community.
The Erie County Coroner’s Office and police investigators remained at the scene late Friday to document evidence and establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Counseling was reportedly being made available to responding officers following the traumatic incident.
The reported deaths of Angelina Stone, her children, Lora Roberts and other victims have left families and friends facing an unimaginable loss.
Community members continue to share tributes, remembering the victims through stories of childhood friendships, family bonds and efforts to help others.
Authorities are working to establish the full sequence of events and confirm the identities and relationships of those involved. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional official information may clarify the reported identity of the suspected shooter and the circumstances leading to the deadly incident.