Local
Minn. native running for Va. governor gets into flap over Confederate statues
Corey Stewart took to Twitter to protest the removal of Confederate memorials in New Orleans this week. Reaction to his tweet was swift and biting.
Politics
Minn. GOP Chairman Downey attacks deputy as election nears
GOP Party Chairman Keith Downey released a letter to a party committee questioning the judgment and competency of Deputy Chairman Chris Fields just days ahead of the election for party officers in St. Cloud Saturday.
Ivanka Trump hears groans as she defends father in Berlin
Ivanka Trump drew groans and hisses Tuesday from an audience in Berlin while defending her father's attitude toward women, but she brushed it aside as "politics" during her first overseas trip as a White House adviser.
Business
Twin Cities home builders says lumber tariff will make houses unaffordable
The group says a 20 percent tariff on Canadian timber imports will heighten the affordability issue for Minnesota home builders
Minneapolis
Mayor Hodges says she was victim of sex abuse as a child
In a Facebook post, Minneapolis mayor says attacks started at age 8.
Politics
Minnesota House backs ban on state dollars for abortion
The measure bans state dollars from covering the cost of abortions for low-income women on public medical programs. If it passes the Senate, it will face a veto by Dayton.
Politics
Bonding bill in limbo at Legislature and so are projects around the state
GOP, DFL united in wanting a construction measure but divided over how much.
Politics
Obama makes first post-presidency appearance
Fomer President Barack Obama held his first official event since leaving the White House in January.
Local
Dayton wants to strip Historical Society of its preservation role
The agency would be more efficient and accountable if moved under state control, Gov. Mark Dayton says.
St. Paul
At least 10K gather at Capitol for Minnesota's March for Science
At least 10,000 people walked to the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday to champion the role of science in American life. While organizers billed the event as nonpartisan, it pressed for scientific research in the face of Trump administration rhetoric and cutbacks.
St. Paul
Carter pulls ahead on first day of St. Paul DFL caucuses for mayor
The turnout Saturday was down from 2015 caucuses.
Minneapolis
Mpls. City Council incumbents face challenges, defeat at DFL ward conventions
Two conventions with longtime incumbents adjourned without an endorsement.
Politics
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At Minn. Capitol, the focus is on deadlines and a timely finish
Gov. Mark Dayton and legislative leaders are eager to avoid last-minute legislating and hours of budget negotiations behind closed doors.
Politics
Report card for Trump is a mixed one as 100th day approaches
Several of his campaign promises remain unfulfilled, but his accomplishments include the confirmation of a Supreme Court nominee.
Nation
How the FBI and James Comey upended the 2016 election
The FBI director steers clear of politics, but his handling of the Clinton and Trump campaign inquiries had a profound impact
Business
Going digital: Device makers chase fast-growing, data-driven market
Companies big and small are looking to carve out a chunk of the hot sector.
West Metro
War of words over Southwest light-rail transit line grows
In office just three months, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao has already received an earful from Minnesota officials about the controversial $1.9 billion light-rail line.
Politics
DFLer who voted to block wage, sick-leave ordinances often crosses party lines
State Sen. Dan Sparks of Austin, a member of the Senate since 2002, represents a southern Minnesota district that has been trending Republican.
Politics
Psychologist: Serial rapist obsessed with deviant thoughts, not ready to leave program
Expert witness appears on fourth day of Thomas Duvall's discharge hearing.
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