Torey Van Oot
Politics and Government
ReporterVan Oot covered state and national politics for more than a decade, contributing to outlets ranging from The Sacramento Bee to InStyle to The Washington Post. When she's not writing and tweeting about politics, Van Oot enjoys running, getting outdoors and checking out Minnesota's many craft breweries. She's told she has terrible taste in TV. Van Oot, who grew up in Vermont, lives in Minneapolis with her husband and a sweet but poorly behaved golden retriever.
Latest from Torey Van Oot
Local
On National Dog Day, meet Tim Walz’s dog Scout
The three-month-old black lab mix made his public debut at the governor’s residence.
August 26, 2024
Politics
North Branch senator launches bid to lead Minnesota Republican Party
Jennifer Carnahan, the current party chair, has not yet said whether she plans to run for another two-year term.
November 28, 2020
Minneapolis
Minnesota lawmakers hope to revive stalled push for sprinklers in old high-rises
Spurred by a fatal fire in Minneapolis, bill became stalled during pandemic.
November 28, 2020
Local
Gov. Tim Walz, lawmakers aim for pandemic relief for businesses
Gov. Walz says he'll call a special legislative session as soon as deal is reached.
November 25, 2020
Local
Two Republicans join Minnesota House Democrats in urging coronavirus caution
About one-fifth of legislators vow to take safety steps, urge residents to do the same.
November 24, 2020
Local
Gov. Tim Walz, lawmakers aim for pandemic relief for businesses
Gov. Walz says he'll call a special legislative session as soon as deal is reached.
November 25, 2020
Local
Two Republicans join Minnesota House Democrats in urging coronavirus caution
About one-fifth of legislators vow to take safety steps, urge residents to do the same.
November 24, 2020