‘This one belongs to the whole community’: Chonburi Lee’s Maplewood win marks a milestone

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After defeating Marylee Abrams, Maplewood Mayor-elect Chonburi Lee plans to build relationships with city staff and council members and establish a shared vision for the city.

November 14th 2026, 4:34 pm

Science Museum of Minnesota to cut 22 jobs amid $4.64 million shortfall

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With attendance still at half of pre-pandemic levels, the St. Paul institution is cutting jobs and shrinking its footprint to save costs.

November 14th 2026, 2:03 pm

MSP gearing back up after nationwide grounding, but how long will disruption last?

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The Twin Cities airport rolled out the welcome sleep mats for those who decided to stay there for the night, an airport official said.

November 14th 2026, 12:01 pm

After years of red, a high school history teacher brought a touch of blue to northeast Minnesota

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Chris Swanson of Cloquet, a Democrat, kept Republican incumbent Jeff Dotseth from winning a third term.

November 14th 2026, 7:02 am

Rejection of Minneapolis police chief nominee prompts anxiety over department’s future

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Mayor Jacob Frey could move to veto the City Council’s rejection of his choice for Minneapolis chief, or reopen the search.

November 14th 2026, 7:02 am

Tolkkinen: Why do people hunt when we can just go to the grocery store?

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Hint: It’s not the meat. Hunting is at the center of one of rural Minnesota’s most important rituals.

November 14th 2026, 7:02 am

State authorities investigate Fridley Public Schools

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The BCA and Education Department confirmed they’re investigating the school district. It comes less than a month after the state warned Fridley about overdue financial reporting.

November 13th 2026, 8:48 pm

Nationwide flight grounding halts departures at MSP airport

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All departures are suspended indefinitely due to “extraordinary circumstances.” The Gopher football team was unable to depart as scheduled for Saturday’s game at Penn State.

November 13th 2026, 8:48 pm

Court to hear challenge to sealed warrant behind search of Ilhan Omar’s home

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Federal agents carried boxes of evidence from Omar’s D.C. residence in connection with a probe into her family’s immigration paperwork.

November 13th 2026, 4:30 pm

Judge says U.S. government violated federal defender’s rights with false crime claim

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The government accused the lawyer of helping an immigrant evade arrest. In reality, he was following a court order.

November 13th 2026, 4:30 pm

Flights are halted at airports across the United States due to unspecified ‘extraordinary circumstan

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Flights are halted at airports across the United States due to unspecified ‘extraordinary circumstances,' FAA says.

November 13th 2026, 4:30 pm

Cedrick Frazier prepares to take over Hennepin County Attorney’s Office

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Frazier announced his transition team this week, after narrowly defeating Anders Folk in the race to replace Mary Moriarty.

November 13th 2026, 4:30 pm

Honduran deportee sues over alleged racial profiling arrest during Operation Metro Surge

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The suit alleges the man was knocked unconscious during a violent arrest at a St. Paul gas station in January.

November 13th 2026, 2:29 pm

Five years after contentious school closures, St. Paul mulls another round

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School district leaders say lessons from the last round will shape a longer, more open review of which schools could close in 2028.

November 13th 2026, 7:41 am

Live: What’s next after Minneapolis City Council votes down police chief nominee?

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Interim Chief Bill Peterson took questions for his confirmation hearing for about three hours. Five members voted for his confirmation and eight voted against.

November 12th 2026, 4:27 pm

Minneapolis City Council rejects police chief nominee

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Peterson, a lifelong Minnesotan, spent his whole career with Minneapolis Police Department and chose to stay after the worst crises in its history.

November 12th 2026, 4:27 pm

Minneapolis business helps support growing Alex Pretti memorial

St. Cloud DFL representative accused of hitting other vehicle while drunk

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It is the legislator’s second drunken-driving arrest in a little more than three years.

November 12th 2026, 11:11 am

How long can the DFL make this majority last?

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Plus: A Minnesota Blue Dog comeback in Washington

November 12th 2026, 11:11 am

It’s last call for this city-run liquor store that lost money for 19 years

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The closure of the Richfield-owned store comes as the liquor industry faces headwinds and cities navigate looming federal restrictions on THC beverages.

November 12th 2026, 11:11 am

How Brad Finstad’s congressional district fell out from under him

Democrat Jake Johnson is leading a tight race for Congress in southern Minnesota. Even in New Ulm, where Republicans have long dominated, incumbent and resident Brad Finstad lost ground, raising questions about old political loyalties.

November 12th 2026, 11:11 am

Ex-security guard to Ilhan Omar was indicted and pushed for info about congresswoman

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He testified before a grand jury in September, and then his charges were dismissed.

November 11th 2026, 10:41 pm

Nisswa hotel owner accused of forcing immigrant to work without pay

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Vijay Patel allegedly threatened to kill the woman if she went to police.

November 11th 2026, 10:41 pm

St. Peter veteran receives diploma six decades after dying in Vietnam

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A new state law allows diplomas for veterans who never finished their education because of military service.

November 11th 2026, 10:41 pm

St. Peter nurse sues federal government after viral arrest during ICE surge

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Agents knelt on Jamie Martens who had hip surgery a few months before the arrest.

November 11th 2026, 10:41 pm

St. Paul residents demand safer streets near growing Highland Bridge

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Neighbors are pushing the city to boost traffic safety measures after a fatal crash last month.

November 11th 2026, 10:41 pm

Bloomington’s problem: Too many parking spots, too few actual destinations

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City leaders have slashed the number of required parking spaces for apartments, retail spaces and restaurants in hopes of spurring redevelopment.

November 11th 2026, 12:26 pm

Western Minnesota prison begins taking ICE detainees

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The Trump administration said the facility, once a private prison, opened to immigrant detainees this week. Critics of the new detention center are planning a vigil and rally for Saturday.

November 10th 2026, 9:58 pm

State finds alleged sexual abuse at children’s treatment center

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Nexus Family Healing, the company that runs the Austin center where the abuse reportedly occurred, had maltreatment reports at a Twin Cities area center.

November 10th 2026, 9:58 pm

Jurors convict Minnesotan of running pay-per-view animal torture YouTube channel

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Bryan Edison allegedly posted hundreds of animal torture videos and offered “membership” levels to viewers for a monthly fee ranging from 99 cents to $99.

November 10th 2026, 9:58 pm

Conservative influencer James O’Keefe hires attorney Chris Madel for voter fraud case

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Madel says his client is innocent and plans to argue a First Amendment defense.

November 10th 2026, 9:58 pm

Federal government blocks nearly $113 million to Minnesota amid fraud concerns

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In denying reimbursements for services already funded by the state, federal reviewers are citing problems with billing records. Minnesota officials question the fairness of the reviews.

November 10th 2026, 9:58 pm

U Foundation had record fundraising year amid tough times for higher ed

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The foundation’s all-time high in fiscal year 2026 was followed by a move to become centralized and self-funded from the university starting last July. It also comes as the school is facing big spending cuts.

November 10th 2026, 3:40 pm

Emmer fends off challenge to hold onto House GOP leadership post

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Texas Rep. August Pfluger had challenged Minnesota’s Rep. Tom Emmer for the post of House Republican whip. Pfluger said after the election results that Emmer “missed many opportunities.”

November 10th 2026, 3:40 pm

Arrest warrant out for repeat Twin Cities radio show host stalker

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An Apple Valley man with a history of stalking two former Current radio show hosts has been recently charged with violating a restraining order, court records show.

November 10th 2026, 3:40 pm

Minneapolis woman dragged from car and detained by federal agents sues government

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Aliya Rahman’s lawsuit alleges she was falsely imprisoned and left unconscious on the floor of a jail cell.

November 10th 2026, 3:40 pm

Twin Cities suburb hatches plan to save landmark dinosaur by adding an ice rink

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Champlin residents have worried about losing the city’s longest-lasting business, a Sinclair station with a costumed dinosaur that has become a roadside attraction.

November 10th 2026, 3:40 pm

Klobuchar inherits Minnesota school district money woes, stagnant test scores

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Gov. Tim Walz, a former teacher, made education a focus. His successor will face pressure to increase special education funding and per-pupil payments as the state’s new governor.

November 10th 2026, 3:40 pm

Minneapolis looks to crack down on data centers

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While some residents want a ban on data centers, the City Council is expected to vote Thursday on new restrictions allowing them under certain conditions.

November 9th 2026, 9:56 pm

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store owner charged with illegally selling liquor-filled candies

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An anonymous tip led to undercover agents buying liquor-filled candy without a license. The store also sold the candy to a minor, authorities say. Owner says he might not fight charges.

November 9th 2026, 9:56 pm

Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky launches bid to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

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Rep. Thomas Massie moved Monday to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, pressing his fellow Republicans to remove one of the Trump administration's most prominent figures following sweeping election losses blamed in part on fallout from the war in Iran.

November 9th 2026, 9:56 pm

Spring Lake Park mayor wins election with luck of the draw

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Six days after Election Day, incumbent Robert Nelson wins by a draw after Spring Lake Park mayoral race ends in a tie.

November 9th 2026, 9:56 pm

Four dead in southern Minnesota house fire

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The Mower County Sheriff’s Office confirms one man and three boys were found.

November 9th 2026, 9:56 pm

Financially struggling school districts regroup after tax levies fail

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Voters in communities around the state approved notably fewer school district requests for higher taxes than in most midterm election years.

November 9th 2026, 5:24 pm

U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear case against state troopers who killed Ricky Cobb

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The decision exonerates Minnesota state troopers Ryan Londregan and Brett Seide of all criminal and civil wrongdoing in Cobb’s death.

November 9th 2026, 5:24 pm

Two pedestrians killed in separate Anoka County crashes

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Both Blaine crashes happened within minutes of each other. Both victims were walking in traffic along the same street.

November 9th 2026, 5:24 pm

The DFL’s big election gains were not limited to the Twin Cities

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While Democrats solidified their hold on the Twin Cities area, the party also improved its fortunes in parts of greater Minnesota that had been turning toward Republicans in recent election cycles.

November 9th 2026, 5:24 pm

Lobbyist pleads guilty after threats targeting Minnesota Capitol

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Jonathan Bohn was charged in 2025 after allegedly texting he wanted to bring a gun to the Capitol and that he had “bought 500 bullets.”

November 9th 2026, 5:24 pm

Voyageurs National Park has a new boss — and plenty of challenges

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Jennifer Onufer takes over after nearly 18 months without a superintendent as the park contends with the fallout of federal cuts.

November 9th 2026, 6:59 am

Big DFL ambitions head for collision with Klobuchar’s hard line on taxes

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Democrats agree on lowering health care, child care and housing costs. With the party fully back in charge in St. Paul, how to pay for it all will test the new governor’s middle-of-the-road approach.

November 9th 2026, 6:59 am

It’s the last opportunity to comment on MnDOT’s plans for Hwy. 252

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The agency is holding meetings about its plans for a freeway this week and accepting comments through Dec. 22.

November 8th 2026, 8:41 pm

Dancing in the street: Neighbors celebrate reopening of Nicollet Avenue after nearly 50 years

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Residents on foot explored the new section of street during a Reconnecting Nicollet Dance Party ahead of the official Nov. 24 reopening.

November 8th 2026, 8:41 pm

Mankato students push to save printmaking professor’s job as staff cuts continue

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The intense reaction draws from concerns about AI and years of cuts and tuition increases at Minnesota’s second-largest university.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

Why did the U.S. Navy once build warships in Savage, Minn.?

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Port Cargill on the Minnesota River was a WWII shipbuilding hub. Many of the wartime workers were women.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

Minneapolis council members blame police for budget woes, but that’s not the whole story

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Plus: City employees are getting layoff notices and Ring cameras need to quiet down.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

What Stephen Miller’s rise in the White House means for Minnesota

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President Donald Trump’s incoming chief of staff has repeatedly attacked the state’s Somali community and pressed federal officials to investigate.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

Twin Cities housing sales tax slow to deliver help

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Families are only starting to get rental vouchers and rising costs could prevent the program from hitting projections.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

New camper cabins are coming to one of Minnesota’s most-visited state parks

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Split Rock Lighthouse State Park plans to open four new units in 2027, adding to a campground that opened in 2022.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

A daughter of White Earth Nation makes history as Flanagan heads to U.S. Senate

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Peggy Flanagan’s election marks a historic first for Native Americans. For the communities that have known her for decades, the victory is deeply personal.

November 8th 2026, 12:57 pm

2 men die in crash after fleeing Ramsey County deputy in St. Paul

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The vehicle reached speeds of more than 100 mph during the mile-long pursuit before hitting a tree, the Sheriff’s Office said.

November 7th 2026, 7:40 pm

Trump asks Dana White of UFC to be his press secretary

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In the social media post announcing the job offer, the president said he had also requested that White bring with him a number of UFC fighters to serve as aides who could respond to attacks.

November 7th 2026, 7:40 pm

Residents of St. Paul’s West Side fight for cleaner air and safer streets in industrial neighborhood

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Residents live cheek and jowl with heavy industry along the Mississippi River in St. Paul’s Southport neighborhood, and are pushing for better conditions and more awareness.

November 7th 2026, 7:40 pm

ICE criticizes release of man later charged in Mounds View sexual assault

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The agency says the man was released from immigration custody before he allegedly committed sexual assault.

November 7th 2026, 7:40 pm

Make sense of Minnesota’s midterm election with these six charts

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How did your neighbors vote in the 2026 midterms, and what do the results tell us about Minnesota’s shifting politics?

November 7th 2026, 1:11 pm

Will tiny southern Minnesota city’s feud end after critics sweep election?

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Twin Lakes will have a new mayor and council members after voters supported former city officials in Tuesday’s election.

November 7th 2026, 1:11 pm

How Operation Metro Surge helped fuel Minnesota’s Democratic sweep

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After the DFL’s success in the election, Republicans acknowledged they underestimated how deeply Operation Metro Surge resonated with voters across Minnesota.

November 7th 2026, 6:40 am

Split tickets vanish as voters choose party alignment

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On Tuesday, voters in just two of Minnesota’s 87 counties selected both Amy Klobuchar and Michele Tafoya. That differs sharply from prior years Klobuchar was on the ballot.

November 7th 2026, 6:40 am

Historic library serving Minneapolis Indian community to be replaced

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Space constraints and security incidents accelerated plans to replace Franklin Library, a Carnegie library built in 1914.

November 7th 2026, 6:40 am

Red Lake mom sentenced to life for murdering her two sons

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The case, which stunned the Red Lake reservation, was referenced in the recent federal takeover of Red Lake’s child welfare agency.

November 6th 2026, 10:25 pm

Man found fatally shot after vehicle crash in St. Paul neighborhood

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The man was found dead in his car that had crashed into a tree.

November 6th 2026, 5:55 pm

St. Paul welcomes new $92 million Kellogg bridge after years of construction

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Residents shared their excitement for the Kellogg-3rd Street Bridge after its construction slowed down business and disconnected the community.

November 6th 2026, 5:55 pm

Garth Brooks announces two December shows at Target Center

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Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Nov. 13 for the country star’s Blame It All on My Roots tour. No word on if a certain someone will be in attendance.

November 6th 2026, 5:55 pm

Minnesota lawmakers choose leaders for a new era at the Capitol

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Zack Stephenson and Erin Murphy will lead Democrats, while new faces will take over Republican caucuses from the minority.

November 6th 2026, 5:55 pm

Flanagan used anger at Trump, and a relentless style, to fuel her historic win

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Peggy Flanagan benefited from a blue wave, but she worked tirelessly to reach voters.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

Regulators approve controversial pipeline route near Pipestone National Monument

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The decision clears a major hurdle for reopening a petroleum pipeline that once ran through the monument, despite continued opposition from tribal leaders.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

Fire badly damages historic building at a Lake Superior lighthouse

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The structure, operating as a gift shop, once was a Fog Signal Building that dates back to the late 1800s.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

DNR warns deer hunters of flooded forest roads

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After more than 3 inches of rain fell in northern Minnesota, some ATV trails used by hunters are closed. The season starts Saturday.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

Officials identify 2 people fatally shot in Cottage Grove park

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The gunfire prompted 3 public facilities to close.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

In Lake County, community keeps newspaper running while editor navigates cancer

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Editor Kitty Mayo issued a challenge in a May column: How do we continue to invest in strong local reporting for the long term. An army of readers stepped forward.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

Stephen Miller replaces Susie Wiles as Trump's White House chief of staff after GOP's midterm defeat

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President Donald Trump said Friday that Stephen Miller was replacing Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, mere days after Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterm elections.

November 6th 2026, 3:40 pm

State presses Fridley schools for financial plan and warns of ‘debt spiral’

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An Oct. 20 letter from the state Department of Education expressed concern about audit deadlines and mounting financial pressures.

November 6th 2026, 8:13 am

A blue wave and a quiet campaign tanked Tafoya’s Senate bid

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National Republican money never arrived in force, and critics say the former broadcaster spent too little time connecting with Minnesota voters.

November 6th 2026, 8:13 am

Tolkkinen: Election leaves rural Minnesota more isolated

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The blue wave didn’t reach most of greater Minnesota. But rural areas will have less political power in St. Paul and D.C. in 2027.

November 6th 2026, 8:13 am

Finstad to request recount in tight First District race against Johnson

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Republican U.S. Rep. Brad Finstad trails Democrat Jake Johnson by 323 votes in the southern Minnesota race that is too close to call.

November 5th 2026, 8:40 pm

New charges in Hwy. 100 shooting point to suspected gang feud

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Prosecutors allege two passengers opened fire on another car, wounding its driver, while a third defendant drove.

November 5th 2026, 8:40 pm

What the data shows us about Democrat victories in Minnesota

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November 5th 2026, 8:40 pm

Hwy. 610 named in honor of the late Melissa and Mark Hortman

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The north metro’s Hortman Memorial Highway honors the former Minnesota House speaker and her husband, killed in a politically motivated attack in 2025.

November 5th 2026, 8:40 pm

Minnesota Supreme Court rules hospitals cannot share room numbers without consent

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The court acknowledged its decision could impact families, caregivers and public safety officials, but patient privacy was at the heart of the Minnesota Health Records Act.

November 5th 2026, 4:40 pm

Jennifer Carnahan loses re-election bid for Nisswa mayor

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The former chair of the state Republican Party lost after a tumultuous tenure.

November 5th 2026, 4:40 pm

Newcomer rides blue wave to mayor’s office in Mankato

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Julia Hamann, a self-described progressive candidate, beat a two-term incumbent.

November 5th 2026, 4:40 pm

Judge orders Anoka to cooperate with county to build larger jail downtown

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It’s a significant win for the county, as its downtown Anoka jail is at risk of being shuttered because of the deteriorating conditions.

November 5th 2026, 3:38 pm

What happens to Klobuchar’s Senate seat, and who might fill it

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The governor-elect will resign from the seat she’s held since 2007 as she prepares to step into her new role. Minnesota political pundits and insiders name their short-list of likely appointees.