Politics
Twin Cities voters flock to early voting centers in huge numbers
The votes accepted to date have surpassed the total number of early voters in the 2016 presidential election by more than 234,600, according to the secretary of state.
Politics
Gov. Walz not on the ballot this year in Minnesota? Think again
As the state's top elected executive, and a face of the state's response to COVID-19, the governor and his record are an election-year issue in the 201 legislative races for control of the State Capitol.
Politics
Walz officials nixed return of Columbus statue at Capitol
Internal e-mails were released shortly before Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced the formation of two task forces to help guide decisions.
Politics
At community colleges, new hurdles in turning out the vote
From puppies to free flu shots, organizers are getting creative.
Politics
Minnesota campaign watchdog nixes GOP complaint against Democrat Erin Murphy
Sen. Paul Gazelka alleged that the state Senate candidate had violated campaign law.
Local
U, Minnesota State colleges receive $166 million in state bonding bill
The two public college systems will receive a total of $166 million in state funding.
Nation
Justice Department sues ex-aide over her book about Melania Trump
It's the third lawsuit in recent months where the department has taken on a White House antagonist.
World
White House was warned Giuliani was target of Russian intelligence operation
The warnings were based on multiple sources, including intercepted communications.
Politics
Minn. Senate approves $1.9B infrastructure package
The passage marked the end of months of contentious negotiations over a measure supporters say will provide an infusion of cash and jobs into state and local economies. The measure also includes tax changes backed by Republicans.
Politics
Bill to expand Minnesota veterans courts dies again in Legislature
Senate bill to expand the courts passed 67-0, but the House did not vote.
Duluth
Duluth lands Lakewalk expansion as part of state bonding bill
Region gets $125 million from state bonding bill.
Minneapolis
Mpls. adds ballot drop-off location amid surging voter turnout
Minneapolis election officials are offering voters more options for how to return their ballots, as they prepare for high turnout amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Politics
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Jill Biden visits with Hmong farmers in St. Paul during Minn. swing
Kamala Harris's husband, Douglas Emhoff, was set to appear but was forced to cancel after one of Harris' top aides tested positive for COVID-19.
Local
Minnesota organizers credit COVID-19 pandemic with helping mobilize Latino voters
Both presidential campaigns have made outreach efforts with Latino voters.
Politics
Minnesota House passes $1.9 billion infrastructure bonding bill
The legislation, approved 100-34 with the help of 25 Republicans, now heads to the state Senate. Lawmakers and construction industry workers described it as an economic stimulus package that could create thousands of jobs in the pandemic.
Politics
Sen. Amy Klobuchar keeps focus on election in Supreme Court battle
The Minnesota senator's confrontations with Judge Amy Coney Barrett won her moments in the national spotlight.
Nation
California GOP says it won't remove unofficial ballot boxes
With more than 1.5 million votes already cast in California, state Republican Party leaders on Wednesday said they will not comply with an order from the state's chief elections official to remove unofficial ballot drop boxes from counties with competitive U.S. House races.
Politics
Sen. Graham on Barrett: 'She's going to the court'
Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned to Capitol Hill for a third day of confirmation hearings Wednesday, called "unashamedly pro-life" by her Republican Senate champion with Democrats running out of time to stop her quick confirmation.
Politics
Barrett will keep 'open mind' on cameras in court
Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett says she'll "certainly keep an open mind" on allowing cameras to broadcast proceedings of the high court.
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