Politics
March 13
Gov. Tim Walz sits down for one in a series of interviews with reporters at the State Capitol to talk about IVF and other issues.

Gov. Walz shares his family's IVF journey as Democrats look to guarantee access to treatments

They are considering adding protections for fertility treatments to an abortion law passed last year.
Politics
March 13
Devotees of TikTok gather at the Capitol in Washington, as the House passed a bill that would lead to a nationwide ban of the popular video app if its

Minn. Republicans in Congress vote for bill that could ban TikTok if its Chinese owner doesn't sell

Minnesota Democrats in Congress were divided, with two voting for the bill and two voting against it.
Local
March 13
A proposed bill would bar schools and public agencies from banning rainbow displays.

Bills aim to boost Minnesota's trans refuge status, especially in public schools

It's not immediately clear what kind of opposition the proposals will face.
Politics
March 12
Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura got a big kiss and hug from his wife, Terry, in 2023 after the cannabis bill was signed into law.

Jesse Ventura on Robert Kennedy Jr.'s short list for 2024 running mate, but Ventura says he hasn't been asked

Ventura's son, Tyrel, said in a statement Tuesday night that his father "has not been officially asked" to be the running mate.
Election
March 12
The nearly 46,000 “uncommitted” ballots cast on March 5 means Minnesota will send 11 delegates who are not committed to a candidate to the DNC in

'Uncommitted' won delegates to the DNC. What happens next?

The road to the national convention runs through Minnesota's spring DFL conventions.
Politics
March 12
Young cannabis plants grow in the Otsego facility run by Minnesota Medical Solutions.

Minnesota regulators announce plan to crack down on illegal cannabis sales

The Office of Cannabis Management has received complaints about illegal sales.
Politics
March 12
Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy, DFL-St. Paul, noted that Republican senators have used remote voting at times.

Should Minnesota legislators still be allowed to vote remotely on bills? Senators debate issue

DFL Senate leader criticized Republican members this week for pushing to end remote voting.
Politics
March 11

Trump's team is slashing Republican National Committee staff amid takeover, AP sources say

Just days after installing his new leadership team at the Republican National Committee, Donald Trump's lieutenants are cutting dozens of staff across key departments in an aggressive move that further cements the former president's takeover of the GOP's political and fundraising machinery.
Politics
March 11
Rep. Emma Greenman's bill would amend the deceptive practices act to require that any mandatory fee or surcharge be included in the advertised or list

Minnesotans could be spending thousands each year on 'junk fees.' Some lawmakers want to ban them.

A bill up for debate at the Legislature would require upfront disclosure of all fees.
Local
March 11
Minneapolis Police officer and school resource officer Drea Leal does her rounds in the hallways Friday, Jan. 18, 2019 at Minneapolis Roosevelt High,

Minnesota Senate amends school resource officer bill, sends back to House

Gov. Tim Walz said he will sign the bill if it reaches his desk.
Election
March 11
Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), Joe Biden's running mate, signs required documents for receiving the Democratic nomination for vice president of the Un

Vice President Harris coming to the Twin Cities on Thursday

Her stop in Minnesota is part of the White House's "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour.
Politics
March 10
Lunchtime at the Math and Science Academy in Woodbury, where kids bring their own lunches. The school doesn't have a kitchen that can make lunch for a

Some Minnesota schools shut out of free meals

Nearly a dozen charter schools, often located in buildings without full kitchens, can't serve breakfast and lunch.
Local
March 9
Danny Heskett is secured in to the back of a van by driver Chris Isaya outside Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea on Friday, March 1. “One time I

Frustration builds as some rural Minnesotans struggle to get to medical appointments

Nonemergency medical transportation companies provide a federally-mandated service, but some say it's difficult to stay in business.
Nation
March 8

Nathan Hochman advances to Los Angeles County district attorney runoff against George Gascón

Former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman has advanced to a runoff against Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón, one of the country's most progressive prosecutors.
Local
March 7
Sen. Gene Dornink apologized after calling a female pilot a "stewardess" at a Labor Committee hearing on Tuesday.

Minnesota senator calls Delta pilot a 'stewardess' at legislative hearing

Gene Dornink apologized, saying "I don't know why I said that. I'm so sorry."
Local
March 7
Maria Shriver, left, Kate Cox, of Dallas and Latorya Beasley of Birmingham, Ala., stand before President Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union add

Who did Minnesota's representatives and senators bring to the State of the Union address?

First Lady Jill Biden invited a Twin Cities-area educator to spotlight the federal government's student loan forgiveness program for public servants.
Nation
March 7

Democrat Min to face Republican Baugh in California's competitive 47th Congressional District

Democratic state Sen. Dave Min has advanced to the November general election in California's competitive 47th Congressional District.
Politics
March 7
Young cannabis plants grow in the Otsego facility run by Minnesota Medical Solutions.

Social equity applicants could get 'head start' in Minnesota's marijuana market

Bill would allow early business licenses for cannabis entrepreneurs who meet social equity standards. In addition, state cannabis director says retail sales may not start until mid-2025.
Politics
March 7
Majority Leader-elect Kari Dziedzic in her new office at the Minnesota Senate Building.

Sen. Dziedzic: Wigs for cancer patients should be covered by insurance

The former majority leader says she wants to make life easier for others with cancer.
Election
March 6
Dean Phillips stepped off of his campaign bus at the New Hampshite Statehouse where he filed a declaration of candidacy to run for the New Hampshire p

Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips ends presidential bid, backs Biden

The Democrat lost to Joe Biden in more than a dozen states' Democratic presidential primary elections on Super Tuesday, including in Minnesota.

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