Politics
Measure addressing racist deeds advances
Measure would help homeowners identify restrictive covenants.
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Auditor sees 'room for improvement' in State Arts Board oversight of Legacy funds
Report calls on State Arts Board to tighten up some of its funding practices.
Local
High stakes define special Minn. Senate election Tuesday
The four-week sprint to fill the open seat, triggered by the appointment of the current senator to human services commissioner, has sent a tsunami of campaign cash and volunteers into the district.
Business
Ban government shutdowns? It's on the table in D.C.
And Minnesota freshmen in Congress are among those trying to end tactic.
Local
Fight against distracted driving in Minn. focuses on phone use
As Legislature weighs heftier penalties, advocates focus on cellphone use.
Politics
Big donors propelled the DFL to victory
DFL Party Chair Ken Martin showed why he's known as such a skilled fundraiser.
Local
Minnesota religious leaders join forces at Capitol
For nearly 50 years, Protestant, Catholic, Jewish and more recently Muslim leaders have forged a joint legislative agenda that crosses religious lines.
'Love ain't easy': Booker brings upbeat vibe to 2020 fight
Cory Booker leaped into the 2020 presidential race on Friday with a call for Americans to unite in a time of bitter polarization while some of his Democratic rivals are taking a more combative stance as they vie to take on President Donald Trump.
Local
Minnesota judicial budget request reflects impending wave of retirements
The judicial branch seeks to raise judges' salaries to stay competitive.
Politics
Walz raised $1.6M more than his GOP rival in governor's race
End-of-year fundraising reports show significant financial support for Walz, including heavy spending by independent groups backing his candidacy.
Minneapolis
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Full funding secured to repair Stone Arch Bridge
Work likely won't start until 2021 and shouldn't close the pedestrian path.
Trump suspends arms treaty, citing Chinese, Russian threats
The Trump administration is pulling the plug on a decades-old nuclear arms treaty with Russia, lifting what it sees as unreasonable constraints on competing with a resurgent Russia and a more assertive China. The move announced Friday sets the stage for delicate talks with U.S. allies over potential new American missile deployments.
Local
Trump declares St. Louis County a disaster area after fall flooding and storms in Duluth
The move opens the door to federal assistance for state and local governments as well as some nonprofit organizations.
Local
'Bemidji First' candidates, organizer fined over campaign violations
Judge handed out $3,000 in penalties to candidates for mayor, City Council.
Foxconn again shifts Wisconsin plan after Trump intervenes
Foxconn Technology Group has shifted its stated strategy yet again on Friday for a massive Wisconsin campus, crediting a conversation with President Donald Trump for cementing plans to proceed with building a factory to make high-tech liquid display screens.
Business
New Minnesota labor trafficking report outlines blueprint for responders
State report calls for better response to exploitative practices in workplaces.
Politics
Iowa Democrats weigh Sen. Amy Klobuchar's presidential ambitions
Some suggest she's better suited for vice president.
Politics
Minnesota legislators rally against reduced abortion restrictions in other states
Virginia governor's comment, N.Y. changes spark backlash in Minnesota
Local
Former state Rep. Melin to join Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Melin will be legislative director, and Liz Kramer to be solicitor general.
Politics
Eye on possible White House bid, Klobuchar plans D.C. agenda
The Minnesota senator, considering a national campaign, is pushing affordable prescriptions, social media privacy in Congress.
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Latest politics news from the Twin Cities, Minnesota and Washington, D.C., including Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Minnesota Legislature, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter.
