Local
Minn. suburbs, like many in U.S., swing to Dems in election
The insurgency that swept Democrats into power in the U.S. House was led by suburban voters, both in the Twin Cities area and across the country.
Nation
Sessions' exit raises questions about Russia investigation
Attorney General Jeff Sessions was pushed out after enduring more than a year of blistering and personal attacks from President Donald Trump, who inserted in his place a Republican Party loyalist with authority to oversee the remainder of the special counsel's Russia investigation.
Politics
2018 Minnesota midterm election results
Results for key state races, the legislature, Congress' balance of power and local Minnesota municipal contests.
Asian shares rally on US midterms, soothing fears of shifts
Asian markets rose on Thursday after the U.S. midterm elections went as expected, soothing fears of a sudden shift on trade and economic policies.
Local
In Wisconsin, Walker falls to lingering resentments and fresh impatience
After two terms, one recall attempt and a failed presidential bid, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker was rejected Tuesday by voters weary of his ties to President Donald Trump, cuts to education and antagonism toward unions.
West Metro
'A clean slate': Hutchinson claims victory over Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek
Hutchinson leads vote, but Stanek not conceding
Local
Midterm election full of firsts for Minnesota
First former refugee sent to Congress. First openly gay U.S. House member from Minnesota. First Muslim elected to a statewide office in Minnesota. First American Indian elected lieutenant governor nationwide. Minnesota voters ushered in a wave of firsts Tuesday.
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East Metro
Ramsey County board has rare shake-up; sheriff showdowns in Ramsey, Washington counties
Political newcomer Trista MatasCastillo ousted longtime County Board Member Janice Rettman in a landslide.
Politics
Trump, Democrats confront thorny life under divided Congress
Suddenly facing life under divided government, President Donald Trump and congressional leaders talked bipartisanship Wednesday but then bluntly previewed the fault lines to come. Trump threatened to go after House Democrats who try to investigate him, while Rep. Nancy Pelosi said her party would be "a check and balance" against the White House.
Politics
Ellison elected Minnesota attorney general after hotly contested race with Wardlow
DFLers Steve Simon, Julie Blaha complete sweep of state offices
Politics
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Democrat Phillips defeats incumbent Paulsen in Minnesota's Third District
The race became Minnesota's most expensive House race, with the two candidates and outside groups spending $20 million.
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