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New TV ad rails against Minnesota abortion ballot initiative that hasn't passed the Legislature yet
Democrats in control of the Legislature have been negotiating language differences on the measure for months.
Minnesota Senate GOP files ethics complaint against Sen. Nicole Mitchell
Republicans moved to expedite a hearing on their ethics complaint after the Woodbury DFLer was charged with burglary, but the motion failed in a tie vote.
GOP battle for nomination in Minnesota's Second District in Congress could head to August primary
The race has bitterly divided Republicans over who is best to take on DFL incumbent Rep. Angie Craig this fall.
Conservatives in Otter Tail County have been fighting for years, with no end in sight
A recent flare-up over precinct caucuses is the latest in a string of battles between local party officials and a group of grassroots activists.
Jill Biden rallies women, teachers for the Biden-Harris ticket in Bloomington speeches
She spoke to women at a brewery and then addressed Education Minnesota's annual convention.
Legal Marijuana Now Party fights to keep its major party status before Minnesota Supreme Court
The DFL Party filed a petition arguing LMN failed to meet legal requirements to be certified as a major party.
DFL disavows endorsed House candidate accused of harassing GOP incumbent
Judd Hoff has a long criminal history, including felony second-degree assault for wielding a machete during an argument.
What you need to know to receive Minnesota's $1,750 child tax credit this tax filing season
The state estimates more than 356,000 children have already benefited, with families receiving an average credit of $2,510.
Minnesota DFL senator to shift to remote work as she battles long COVID
Sen. Lindsey Port said former leader Kari Dziedzic set an example last year of how to serve remotely while battling a cancer diagnosis.
Are your unused devices collecting dust? A bill aims to expand electronic recycling in Minnesota.
The proposal would expand a state law to cover all electronics and create a retail fee when purchasing a product to cover the costs of recycling them later.
Campaign check: Emmer falsely claims Biden chose Easter for Trans Day of Visibility
Emmer's posts also said the president banned children from using religious symbols at the White House egg art contest, but that happened under Trump as well.
Gov. Walz reflects on historic legislative session, urges more gun safety measures
His State of the State address also included a pitch for a $989 million bonding bill, a package of construction projects focusing on affordable housing, water infrastructure projects and repairing buildings on college campuses.
Minnesota Senate approves $110,000 settlement with former DFL chief of staff
Carly Melin alleged she faced discrimination under the Minnesota Human Rights Act when she was terminated late last year. Under the settlement, she'll drop any potential legal action against the Senate.
Judge evicting MyPillow from a Shakopee warehouse over unpaid rent
Landlord says Mike Lindell's Chaska-based pillow company has failed to pay more than $200,000 in rent the past two months.
Biden campaign staffs up in Minnesota with three top hires
The Democrat's presidential campaign now has a state director and two senior advisers.
Minnesota wants to crack down on tech and social media giants. Tech companies are pushing back.
Proposals gaining bipartisan traction at the State Capitol would clamp down on the data collection, privacy settings and user preferences.
A new law restores voting for the formerly incarcerated. Minnesota is spreading the word in prisons.
State officials estimate the change will affect 55,000 people.
Court: Legal Marijuana Now Party failed to meet requirements to be a major party in Minnesota
Their major party status is in question after the state DFL Party filed a petition.
Minn.'s 'uncommitted' vote on Super Tuesday could be warning sign to Democrats in the fall
Some Democrats expect voters to come back into the fold and vote for Biden in November.
Minnesota's Capitol campus has 120 state flags that will be replaced with new design in May
There are also 71 seals in 10 buildings in St. Paul.
Gov. Walz shares his family's IVF journey as Democrats look to guarantee access to treatments
They are considering adding protections for fertility treatments to an abortion law passed last year.
Minnesotans could be spending thousands each year on 'junk fees.' Some lawmakers want to ban them.
A bill up for debate at the Legislature would require upfront disclosure of all fees.
'Uncommitted' vote against Biden blows past goal in Minnesota's Democratic primary
The campaign will earn 11 delegates to the DNC's convention in Chicago.
Everything you need to know to cast your ballot in Minnesota's presidential primary
Polls opened at 7 a.m. on Super Tuesday, and some rules are different from other state elections.
Minnesota Republicans push to put new state flag up to a statewide vote
The proposal is part of a package of bills to address the new flag and state seal.
Donald Trump falsely claims he won Minnesota in 2020, then contradicts himself
He told a Minnesota talk radio station Monday that he's going to give winning the state a "big shot" this fall.
Heading into Super Tuesday, many Minnesota voters unhappy with Biden-Trump rematch
Early ballots aren't surging as voters feel uninspired by a rerun of 2020.
Minnesota has $3.7 billion surplus; officials warn against spending it all
They said a potential shortfall of about $1.5 billion could occur in the coming years if lawmakers don't leave some of the surplus on the bottom line.
Group encourages Minnesota Democrats to vote uncommitted on Super Tuesday
They hope to push him toward supporting a cease-fire in Gaza.
Gov. Tim Walz signs fix for $350 million error in last year's tax bill
Republicans are also pushing for a fix in the bill to help businesses.
Rice County officials have spent years battling groups over voting machines
The County Board chair fears staff could quit heading into the 2024 election season.
Her tax rebate check from Minnesota bounced. Here's what happened.
Checks reissued by the state late last year expired in February.
Do Minnesotans run for president more often than people from other states?
Residents of the state have played an outsized role in presidential politics — but have never won the presidency.
What's passed and what's yet to come at the 2024 Minnesota Legislature
From cannabis to sports betting, we track the major bills at the State Capitol this session.
'Trans refuge' law draws some to Minnesota, and providers are struggling to meet the demand
More than 150 people responded to a survey to say they're moving to the state.
Fast-tracked change to new law about officers in schools hits snag at the Capitol
The bill had been expected to land on the House floor as early as next week.
Minnesota's 2024 political dates to watch
There are many critical dates to remember in the lead-up to the presidential election in November.
Early tensions emerge as Minnesota lawmakers convene 2024 legislative session
DFLers at the State Capitol have less money to spend this year than last.
Minnesota's 2024 legislative session will focus on bonding projects, fixes to new laws
Legislators won't spend much money this year after passing the largest budget in state history last session.
DFL seeks to undo major party status for Legal Marijuana Now
The Minnesota DFL has filed a petition with the state Supreme Court seeking to strip Legal Marijuana Now of its major party status after a new state law raised the bar for major parties.
Minnesota Rep. Angie Craig reflects on attack: 'I have an extraordinary opportunity'
The DFL congresswoman says carrying legislation has helped her process what happened to her.
Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic will step down from leadership after cancer returns
The five-term Minneapolis senator left the 34-member caucus stunned with her surprise announcement during a noon virtual meeting.
It's down to Trump vs. Haley in Minnesota on Super Tuesday. What are her chances here?
Supporters are hopeful she'll appeal to the state's independent-minded voters.
IRS says it won't reverse decision to tax Minnesota rebate checks
State and federal lawmakers lobbied the agency to leave the checks untaxed.
Colorado woman says she didn't consent to being on Minnesota's presidential primary ballot. Now she can't get off it.
Voting is already underway in Minnesota's March 5 presidential nominating contest.
New Minnesota state flag becomes partisan issue in 2024
Republicans plan to introduce legislation to put the final Minnesota state flag design to a public vote.
Minnesota corporations resume donations to election disputers
At least eight major companies with headquarters in Minnesota have given more than $400,000 to members of Congress who disputed Electoral College results in the last presidential election.
Minnesota's end-of-life options bill clears its first legislative hurdle
The bill passed the House Health Finance and Policy Committee after hours of emotional testimony.
Minnesota abortion opponents rally against political headwinds
Thousands attended the annual March for Life at the State Capitol.
Walz pitches $982 million in infrastructure projects for 2024
The governor's bonding proposal sets the framework for discussions about borrowing and building projects in the upcoming legislative session.
With their relevance on the line, can Minnesota Republicans stop fighting each other?
Seeking to win back control of the state House in November, Republicans are trying to unite the party's warring factions.
What happened to Paul Wellstone's green campaign bus?
The vehicle became famous for its central role in an underdog campaign. It has survived two decades out of the spotlight, but its future is uncertain.
Walz predicts 2024 will be key year for abortion rights in Minnesota, Upper Midwest
18 months after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the Minnesota governor's visit to Planned Parenthood North Central States marks the ongoing battle.
State surplus, sports gambling, Dean Phillips: Minnesota political stories to watch in 2024
Expect many more, but here's what we know at the outset of the year.
Minnesota GOP Rep. Tom Emmer endorses Trump for president
The endorsement follows Trump's outspoken opposition of Emmer's bid to become House speaker. The rest of Minnesota's Republican congressional delegation also backs Trump.
The 11 biggest Minnesota moments and stories of 2023
Readers were drawn to stories about pot, pop stars and our shared Minnesota identity.
Questions about Minnesota's new state flag design, answered
The debate over the new flag is expected to spill over into the next legislative session.
'It's going to last': Panel settles on Minnesota flag's final design
Unless the Legislature takes action to undo their work, the new flag will start flying on May 11.
Minnesota panel picks final design concept for a new flag
The new concept, with an abstract shape of the state and an eight-pointed white North Star, will likely be altered by commission members.
Tribes criticized Minnesota's old state seal as racist. The new one includes Dakota language.
The State Emblems Redesign Commission unveiled the seal after making changes to the design earlier this week.
Some of Minnesota's rejected state flag designs are now for sale
The "starflake" design was a favorite last month but was eliminated from the competition this week.
Down to three: Panel puts off final Minnesota flag decisions
The commission plans on Friday to review changes to the top three designs and then potentially choose one.
Capitol campus makeover begins with State Office Building renovation
The renovations will cause disruptions for legislators and staff over the next two years.
Federal government will tax Minnesota rebate checks
The IRS could take between $26 and $286, depending on a household's income and how much they received in rebates.
DFLer Bianca Virnig wins suburban House special election in closely watched race
The seat has been vacant since former DFL Rep. Ruth Richardson resigned in September.
Minnesota commission picks top state seal finalist that includes a loon
The commission will still debate possible revisions to the seal.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz picked to lead the Democratic Governors Association
Walz will help campaign and raise funds for Democrats running for governor in 11 states this fall.
DFL senators condemn 'dehumanizing' comments on Palestinians
DFL Sen. Ron Latz said his comments have been taken out of context by his critics.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell hires outside law firm to defend against defamation suits
Lindell's previous attorneys recently announced they would have to walk away from the cases because of millions in unpaid fees.
