1st Batch of Avian Flu Emergency Aid Clears House
The first batch of emergency money to help Minnesota agencies combat the spread of the avian flu affecting poultry farms is one step from Gov. Mark Dayton's desk.
Political News
Floodwood Native Running for Duluth City Council
Gary Anderson announced plans to represent district one, currently overseen by Jennifer Julsrud.
House Passes Budget that Cuts MinnesotaCare
House Republicans have passed a health care budget that cuts an insurance program for tens of thousands of low-income Minnesotans.
Prettner-Solon Does Not Run for Mayor, Supports Larson in Race
Tuesday afternoon, Former Lt. Governor Yvonne Prettner-Solon announced she will not be running for Duluth's next Mayor.
Booze Bill Gives House a Shot at Repealing Sunday Sales Ban
Proponents of scrapping the state's long-standing ban on Sunday liquor sales have one more shot this year.
Julsrud Won't Seek Second Term on Duluth Council
A Duluth city councilor has announced she's not seeking re-election.
House GOP Finalizes Bid in Education Funding Debate
Minnesota House Republicans have finalized their bid in the state's education finance debate.
House Approves Transgender Student Bathroom Restrictions
The Minnesota House wants to restrict transgender students' access to school locker rooms and bathrooms.
Education Commissioner Discusses Budget Proposal
Minnesota's Education Commissioner made a stop in Duluth to talk about Governor Mark Dayton's budget proposal.
Inmates to Butchers: Bill to Create a Training Program
Some inmates at a Northeastern Minnesota prison are learning a life long skill behind bars. Now, legislation is now being proposed to help that work give them a path toward future employment.
Minnesota House to Vote on GOP Funding Plan for Road Fixes
The Minnesota House was going on record about how to pour billions more into road and bridge construction.
Income Tax Credits, Business Tax Cuts Dot MN House GOP Plan
Minnesota House Republicans are blending extra income tax credits and business breaks in their centerpiece plan to provide $2 billion in overall relief.
Budget Bills Start Long Legislative Path in Senate
Pieces of Minnesota's $40-billion budget are starting to move.
Lawmaker Wants to Restrict Access to Birth Certificate Info
A Minnesota lawmaker wants to restrict public access to parental contact information on birth certificates.
Beneath Budget Dispute, a Tussle Over Regulatory Power
Minnesota legislative Republicans are moving to strip powers from Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton, ranging from limiting his team's authority to write regulatory rules to curbs on staffing.
