Politics
Iowans have first say in 2020, and mood on politics is testy
White House hopefuls are already swarming the state to court them. Floyd County, which voted for Donald Trump after backing a string of Democrats, is an up-for-grabs fulcrum.
Local
Klobuchar points to importance of Midwest in Wis., Iowa campaign stops
The Minnesota Democrat pledged to work across the aisle and make rural issues a priority as she made the first stops of her 2020 presidential campaign.
Politics
For 2020 presidential candidates, Midwest is the proving ground
White House hopefuls are already swarming the state to court them. Floyd County, which voted for Donald Trump after backing a string of Democrats, is an up-for-grabs fulcrum.
Politics
Tom Emmer, Collin Peterson to co-host Stearns County town hall
The event at noon Thursday to discuss agriculture and dairy programs is in Melrose.
Politics
With the Senate at full capacity, another special election is triggered
The contest for Jason Rarick's now-vacant former House seat will be held on March 19, with a primary set for March 5.
Local
Klobuchar's presidential bid faces fundraising challenge
Small-dollar donors could be crucial in a crowded 2020 presidential field.
Local
Omar apologizes for causing hurt, hopes to rebuild trust
Rep. Ilhan Omar insisted Friday that she is not anti-Semitic, and that she regrets a tweet that was widely condemned for perpetuating Jewish stereotypes because it undermined her own attempts to foster cultural harmony.
Local
On probation until 2053? Draconian sentencing in Minn. is target of move to wipe out disparities
Draconian sentencing in state is the target of move to wipe out disparities.
Politics
Trump on emergency: 'I didn't need to do this'
In a comment that will surely be used to challenge the legal underpinnings of his emergency declaration regarding building a border wall, Trump hinted at the political realities behind his action.
Local
Minn. lawmakers seek more notice of prescription drug price hikes
Companies would have to pre-disclose the increases, under a new proposal.
Politics
Parkland anniversary marked at State Capitol by calls for new Minnesota gun measures
Background checks, "red flag" laws sought by Minnesota advocates.
Politics
Legislative auditor details failures with state's vehicle licensing system
The Minnesota legislative auditor found technical, staffing and transparency problems with state's vehicle registration and driver licensing system, leading to delays for motorists and headaches for front-line workers.
Business
EPA outlines plan for water with toxic chemicals, including 3M's
3M last year settled a state of Minnesota lawsuit related to PFAS, and faces litigation in other states. Environmental and consumer groups immediately challenged the EPA's decision not to push immediately for lower limits on the chemicals in drinking and groundwater.
FBI official feared Russia probe would end after Comey fired
Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe said in an interview that aired Thursday that he moved quickly after his boss was fired to protect an investigation into President Donald Trump's potential ties to Russia and prevent it from being shut down in case he, too, was dismissed.
Politics
Pence urges Europe to quit Iran deal, stop busting sanctions
The Trump administration lashed out at some of America's closest traditional allies Thursday, accusing Britain, France and Germany of trying to bust U.S. sanctions against Iran and calling on European nations to join the United States in withdrawing from the Iranian nuclear deal.
Celebrities
Fox 9 anchor Jeff Passolt sues state for a slip and fall
Passolt broke his hip in the 2017 fall on an icy sidewalk near the State Capitol.
West Metro
Felony charge: MCTC student purposely voted in same election twice
The MCTC student said she was directed to vote for Minneapolis Council Member Abdi Warsame.
US says ex-intel official defected to Iran, revealed secrets
A former U.S. Air Force counterintelligence specialist who defected to Iran despite warnings from the FBI has been charged with revealing classified information to the Tehran government, including the code name and secret mission of a Pentagon program, prosecutors said.
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