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Burned by the Army, Iraq vet confronts cancer battle
Rafael Barbosa, who served 23 years in the U.S. military, has Stage IV colon cancer believed to be due to burn pit exposure. Doctors guess he has two years to live. He and other vets wonder: Why isn't the military admitting fault?
Politics
Public safety and abortion at issue in race between Omar, Samuels
The contest marks the latest fight between moderates and progressives in Minneapolis and nationwide.
Local
Minnesota Historical Society rebuilding after staff layoffs, revenue losses during pandemic
Two years after the outbreak of COVID-19, the Historical Society has about 80% of its pre-pandemic staff, high turnover — and a new union for employees.
Politics
White House details infrastructure funding for Minnesota
The bipartisan law to help areas including roads, bridges and broadband cleared Congress last year.
Politics
Early voting for Minnesota primary election plummets from pandemic spike
The record early voter numbers seen at start of the pandemic two years ago have not continued in 2022.
Politics
Primary will narrow seven-candidate field for Hennepin County attorney
There hasn't been a primary held for this position in at least 30 years.
Business
Greece's intelligence chief resigns amid spyware scandal
The head of Greece's intelligence service and the general secretary of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' office have resigned amid a scandal involving the targeting of the head of an opposition party and a journalist with spyware.
Politics
Frey, other west metro mayors endorse Samuels over Rep. Omar
The two-term congresswoman has party backing and the support of numerous state and federal Democratic lawmakers.
Politics
Traverse County prosecutor wants to appeal ruling declaring abortion restrictions unconstitutional
Judge Thomas Gilligan will again make the ruling, plaintiff expects to appeal.
Local
GOP donor Anton Lazzaro back in court to allege agents listened to calls with attorneys
Federal prosecutors say no privileged calls were intentionally reviewed.
Politics
Rep. McCollum faces off with newcomer Badhasso in Tuesday DFL primary
McCollum is seeking a 12th term in Congress representing a safe blue district that includes St. Paul.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis City Council approves Hennepin Avenue rebuild with 6-hour bus lanes
Mayor Jacob Frey is expected to sign off on the project, which is set to begin construction in 2024.
Minneapolis
Cedric Alexander gets council approval as first Minneapolis community safety commissioner
First-of-its-kind role will help mayor supervise the leaders of the city's police, fire, 911, emergency management and violence prevention programs.
Local
Veterans advocates celebrate passage of federal burn pits legislation
Sen. Amy Klobuchar held a news conference Wednesday with state and national veterans advocates to celebrate passage of the Honoring Our PACT Act.
Politics
Election victories by Trump allies showcase his grip on the GOP base
A final six-week stretch of races will provide the fullest picture of the Republican Party's priorities in 2022.
Politics
In wake of Jan. 6, Klobuchar committee considers changes to Electoral Count Act
Bipartisan group of senators wants to update law that Trump tried to use to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
Politics
In 4 swing states, GOP election deniers could oversee voting
Victories by these candidates in November could lead to sweeping changes to how millions of Americans vote.
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Latest politics news from the Twin Cities, Minnesota and Washington, D.C., including Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Minnesota Legislature, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter.
