Minnesota Republicans back newcomer Jim Schultz as attorney general hopeful
Candidates for the two key statewide offices focused on election security and crime as the GOP state convention kicked off Friday. Saturday will bring the biggest task: choosing a candidate for governor from a crowded field.
Politics
Minnesota Republicans endorse Kim Crockett for secretary of state
GOP delegates also endorsed Ryan Wilson for state auditor.
St. Paul
Twin Cities leaders say electric vehicle carshare is off to a promising start
Since the February debut of Evie, users have logged more than 9,000 trips.
St. Cloud
Suit says Benton County elected official has failed to maintain residency, must be removed from office
The County Board wants the office to be declared vacant and allow a successor to be appointed.
Politics
State error means wealthy Minnesotans owe more taxes
The state collected about $38M too little in 2019 and 2020 from some of its wealthiest taxpayers.
Politics
Minnesota GOP cuts ties to LGBT Republican group, others
The move came in the leadup to the statewide convention in Rochester.
Sports
Minnesota House votes to legalize sports betting, but obstacles remain
The measure is unlikely to move forward this session as key differences remain in proposals from the House and Senate.
Politics
Trump stays out of major Minn. races ahead of GOP convention
The former president has not made an endorsement in the race for governor or the open First District seat.
Local
University of Minnesota regents express caution about raising tuition, dorm prices
U President Joan Gabel has proposed a 3.5% tuition hike for Twin Cities campus students.
Politics
Minnesota Senate Democrats make unsuccessful attempt to pass reproductive rights bills
DFLers say Supreme Court leak "changed the landscape" of November's election.
Politics
GOP candidate for governor Mike Murphy picks running mate
Lacy Johnson, who challenged U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar in 2020, is running with Murphy.
Politics
Minnesota marijuana party grapples with spoiler label in swing races
Several members are pushing to change the name of the Grassroots Legalize Cannabis Party to address concerns.
Politics
How do Minnesota's political endorsement conventions work?
What to know about the upcoming Republican and DFL state conventions.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis City Attorney Jim Rowader announces he won't seek another term
Rowader's last day with the city will be May 23. The city didn't immediately announce who would take over for him.
Business
Senate confirms Black economist to Federal Reserve Board
The Senate confirmed economist Phillip Jefferson to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors late Wednesday, the latest addition to the panel after delays and setbacks for some of President Joe Biden's nominees.
Politics
State Sen. Omar Fateh's brother-in-law convicted of perjury related to 2020 primary
Muse Mohamed is also the brother of a DFL-endorsed Senate candidate.
Business
Bill that gives judges more power over settlement deals goes to Walz
The measure gives Minnesota judges new ways to scrutinize the sale of structured settlement payments.
Politics
GOP's Carnahan tells Faribault police a driver swerved, made threats as she campaigned
Police have located the man, and "their stories obviously differ somewhat," Police Chief John Sherwin told the Star Tribune.
Politics
Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman tests positive for COVID
The legislative leader said she will continue to participate in end-of-session negotiations remotely.
Politics
Roads and bridges or trains and buses? Transportation funding faces stark divide at Capitol
House, Senate disagree on money, policy.
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