Local
Richard Pellow, salvage and towing entrepreneur and a former state lawmaker, has died
During three terms in the Minnesota Legislature, the father of five drew votes and made friends across the political spectrum.
Politics
Which Minnesota representative is out if we lose a House seat?
It's not just about losing clout in Congress and the Electoral College.
World
Trump: We took action to stop, not start a war
President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. military at his direction executed a "flawless precision strike that killed the number one terrorist anywhere in the world, Qassem Soleimani."
Politics
Senate leaders respond to attack on Iran general
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell hailed the death of Iran's top general Qassem Soleimani saying, "This morning, Iran's master terrorist is dead."
Politics
Klobuchar raises over $11M in quarter, doubling previous haul
Her $11.4 million in the last three months was enough to keep the Minnesota senator competitive but still well behind a handful of front-running rivals.
Politics
Top DFLers, state party defend law allowing Trump-only GOP primary ballots
State Supreme Court will hear arguments in the ballot challenge on Jan. 9.
St. Paul
St. Paul chief vows to rid state Constitution of slavery language
After Police Chief Todd Axtell's Facebook post, legislators were publicly talking about holding hearings to launch a constitutional amendment.
Local
Slower growth puts Minnesota congressional seat in jeopardy
Latest estimates show slower growth, which puts seat in jeopardy.
Local
Rep. Ilhan Omar's small-dollar fundraising haul sparks inquiry from FEC
The congresswoman reported raising more than $800,000 from small-dollar contributors from July to September.
Politics
Overdose at St. Paul 'sober home' sheds light on unregulated industry
Sober homes can play a vital role, but critics say oftentimes they're just a bed and a trigger for relapse.
Minneapolis
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Aid groups hope to reach $1M for victims of Drake Hotel fire
Minneapolis Foundation has doled out $75K so far for housing, gift cards
Minneapolis
DFL legislator's post at the U did not violate ethics laws, review finds
Independent investigation's findings into the DFL lawmaker's hiring are released.
Local
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2020 brings new laws to Minnesota
Pharmacy benefit managers, people who prescribe opioids and those who traffic in imported animal parts are affected.
Nation
Trump faces blowback for outing alleged whistleblower
President Trump faces criticism from political opponents — and even among some supporters — for naming the alleged whistleblower whose complaint triggered the congressional inquiry that resulted in his impeachment.
Local
Keith Ellison's first year as attorney general: 'I'm just doing me, man'
One year in, AG Keith Ellison's activist imprint includes task forces, listening sessions and an ambitious agenda.
Local
Across Minnesota, communities gear up for massive census push
Massive effort to count every Minnesotan plays out this spring
Local
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Minnesota medical pot growers seek OK for smokable cannabis in 2020
They tout the benefits of plummeting prices, soaring enrollment and prospering patients. But the proposal is likely to face pushback.
Politics
Klobuchar, out to crack Dems' top four, sees 'surge' in Iowa
Wrapping up a 99-county Iowa tour, the Minnesota senator tries to sell Iowa Democrats on electability.
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