Politics
Will Mondale quip hurt Buttigieg?
Local backers of the former South Bend mayor say the whole thing was overblown.
Politics
Klobuchar: Nevada results 'exceeded expectations'
Back in her home state, Amy Klobuchar claimed the Nevada caucuses were a success for her no matter what.
Politics
Minnesota parties still caucus this week
There is a presidential primary now, but the gatherings still play a big role in party business and organizing.
Politics
Nevada: Trump backers rally as Dem caucus ahead
Thousands of supporters rallied in Las Vegas as President Donald Trump winds down his four-day Western swing on the eve of the Democratic caucuses in Nevada.
Politics
Longtime adviser, 'Amy whisperer' at the helm of Klobuchar campaign
In tapping Justin Buoen to manage her campaign, Klobuchar went for a trusted adviser rather than an experienced Washington operative.
Local
Klobuchar among candidates whose bank accounts are low headed into February races
Funds dwindling, though Klobuchar and Warren get boosts; Sanders is flush.
Politics
Trump mocks Bloomberg, Dems over debates
Making a rare four-day swing through the West, the president was exuding reelection confidence Thursday at a campaign rally in Colorado.
Politics
Minnesota Senate GOP: Turn surplus into tax cuts
The plan would reduce the lowest tax rate from 5.35% to 4.9%, expand deductions for businesses and parents of school-age children, and fully eliminate taxes on Social Security income.
Duluth
Rep. McCollum calls federal report on Boundary Waters mining 'embarrassingly inadequate'
The Democrat said she hoped "Canada's elected leaders will call on the Trump administration to publicly release this confidential State Department report."
Politics
'Not her night': What people are saying about Amy Klobuchar's debate
Amy Klobuchar entered the Nevada debate looking to build on momentum from her third-place finish in New Hampshire. But the Minnesota Democrat spent much of Wednesday night fending off intense scrutiny and attacks from rivals.Here's a look at what people are saying.
Local
Gov. Tim Walz creates job for immigrant and refugee affairs
The new position will work to ease economic barriers for immigrants and refugees.
Local
Gov. Walz orders review of troubled state disability hiring program amid mismanagement reports
The once-lauded Connect 700 program has come under fire for being rolled out inconsistently across state agencies.
Politics
Minnesota lawmakers go bagging for bragging rights
The Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) held its fourth annual Bipartisan Bag-Off at the Minnesota State Capitol. A panel of industry leaders judges the contest based on speed, distribution of weight, proper bagging principles, along with style, attitude, and appearance. The winner will receive a trophy and $1,000 to be presented in their district to the food charity of their choice. The 2020 contestants were: House Speaker Hortman, House Minority Leader Daudt, Sen. Paul Anderson, and Senate Assistant Minority Leader Hayden. To demonstrate the food industry's commitment to consumer choice and the well-being of the communities we serve, baggers will use reusable bags. The MGA presented a check for $5,000 to Second Harvest Heartland, received by CEO, Allison O'Toole, on behalf of the MGA's 2019 statewide Bag Hunger Campaign.
Nation
Roger Stone sentenced to over 3 years in prison
The sentencing comes amid Trump's unrelenting defense of his longtime confidant and follows an extraordinary move by Attorney General William Barr to back off his Justice Department's original recommendation for prison time.
Business
Tax reform may be more lucrative than advertised for corporations
National analysis finds that cuts may be more lucrative for corporations than advertised; some paid nothing.
Politics
Amy Klobuchar deals with intense scrutiny in Nevada debate
In Las Vegas, the Minnesota Democrat faced some of the most pointed criticism she's seen so far in the race.
Local
Money to prevent lead poisoning of loons released to MPCA
Federal dollars for the public awareness effort derive from the U.S. settlement with British Petroleum over the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010.
Local
U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn says he is being treated for kidney cancer
After a stage 4 diagnosis last year, the Minnesota Republican had undergone extensive treatment at Mayo Clinic and is doing well, he said in a statement, adding: "I am a candidate for re-election in 2020."
Local
Task force recommends 14 ways to lower prescription drug prices
Attorney General Keith Ellison released a yearlong task force report Wednesday with sweeping recommendations on how the state can lower prescription drug prices. Several have already been introduced as bills during this year's legislative session.
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