National
September 12, 2019

Missouri officer on leave over anti-Muslim postings

A Missouri police officer has been placed on administrative leave for allegedly posted anti-Muslim comments on Facebook.
National
September 12, 2019

El Paso police dispute man's story of heroism during attack

Surveillance video does not back up the story told by a man who was honored this week at the White House by President Donald Trump for his actions during the Aug. 3 mass shooting at an El Paso Walmart, police said.
National
September 12, 2019

Latest: Fairfax accusers' attorneys respond to CBS lawsuit

The Latest on a lawsuit filed by Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax against CBS (all times local):
Politics
September 12, 2019
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., speaks during the New Hampshire state Democratic Party convention, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2

For Klobuchar, debate provides another chance to get noticed

Debate offers opportunity to give campaign a spark.
September 11, 2019
President Donald Trump listens as Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar talks about a plan to ban most flavored e-cigarettes, in the Oval O

Government plans to ban flavors used in e-cigarettes

The federal government will act to ban thousands of flavors used in e-cigarettes, President Donald Trump said Wednesday, responding to a recent surge in underage vaping that has alarmed parents, politicians and health authorities nationwide.
Politics
September 11, 2019
Rep. Mike Freiberg, DFL-Golden Valley, spoke about his proposed End-of-Life Options Act during an informal hearing of the Health and Human Services Po

Medically assisted suicide gets a passionate hearing in St. Paul

More than 200 people packed an informational hearing held by a House committee that could advance the proposal when the Legislature convenes.
Politics
September 11, 2019

DFL lawmaker resigns from U post after questions about hiring

Republicans called for an investigation, citing "major questions" about the hiring process.
September 11, 2019
A man holds a photo of a victim during a ceremony marking the 18th anniversary of the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 at the National September 11 Memorial,

18 years later, America vows to 'never forget' 9/11 attacks

People who were too young on 9/11 to even remember their lost loved ones, and others for whom the grief is still raw, paid tribute with wreath-layings and the solemn roll call of the dead Wednesday as America marked the 18th anniversary of the worst terror attack on U.S. soil.
Duluth
September 11, 2019
Equipment and rail cars from the mine's LTV Steel processing days.

Two new lawsuits say PolyMet permits violate federal laws

PolyMet near construction phase of copper-nickel site.
Business
September 11, 2019
Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson talked with her spokesperson Ben Wogsland as she reviewed evidence in the case of President Donald Trump's imm

Lori Swanson, 3M square off over PFAS at U.S. House hearing

The hearing comes as the House considers dozens of bills to limit the "forever" chemicals.
Duluth
September 10, 2019
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Phot

Wis. senator again tries to end Packers blackout on Minnesota border

Twelve counties near the Minnesota-Wisconsin border broadcast the Vikings when the teams' games coincide.
Local
September 9, 2019
Rep. Collin Peterson

Gun debate back front and center as Congress returns today

Minnesota's 10-member congressional delegation splits predictably along party lines over guns, with Rep. Collin Peterson the notable exception.
Business
September 9, 2019
Monday was Claudine Vogel's first day at Aurelius Manufacturing, which employs 75 people in Braham, Minn.

Skilled labor remains big issue for Minnesota employers

Roughly 92% of private Minnesota employers in a recent poll reported difficulty filling some or all salaried and hourly craft positions. The figure was well above the national average of 80%.
Local
September 9, 2019
"I think we are turning a page and hopefully the problems we had for over a decade are behind us," state Rep. Frank Hornstein said Monday, Sept. 9, as

Legislators: 'We have turned the corner' on troubled MNLARS system

Legislators hope MNLARS replacement can reduce wait times, mistakes.
Local
September 9, 2019
Mason jars for an informal kernel poll of presidential candidates at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines on Aug. 9. The crowded and divided Democratic c

As parties court small-dollar donors, undecided Democrats back multiple candidates

Local
September 7, 2019
New Department of Human Services Commissioner Jodi Harpstead took questions from state senators after being introduced at the start of a Minnesota Sta

Can a new leader calm the turmoil at Minnesota DHS?

Jodi Harpstead takes the helm at an agency roiled by errors and recent resignations.
Politics
September 7, 2019
Michelle Fischbach, shown here when Tim Pawlenty introduced her as his running mate, announced Monday she was challenging U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson.

Analyst: Fischbach not invulnerable but makes Seventh District race a 'tossup'

Local
September 7, 2019
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon toured the Ramsey County elections office with elections manager Joe Mansky. This is the last day of early vo

Cost forecast for Super Tuesday in Minnesota triples, thanks in part to 2 legalize-marijuana parties

Secretary of state says new major parties on ballots will boost costs.
Politics
September 7, 2019
Alida Rockefeller Messinger, photographed Wednesday evening, October 12, 2011, upstairs at The Bachelor Farmer in Minneapolis, Minn. Messinger has eme

The big outside groups are playing it close to the vest

Boots on the ground and a smart strategy to direct them come into play in close races.
Local
September 7, 2019
New MNIT Commissioner Johanna Clyborne explained the case for additional funding from the legislature to keep MNLARS afloat. On the left is Dana Baile

Minnesota National Guard to recognize its first female two-star general

The 30-year veteran who just returned from Iraq stint will be promoted Saturday.

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