Prosecutor urging for stricter penalties to protect kids from fentanyl
A recent case of a child being exposed to fentanyl in northern Minnesota is fueling a push for change at the State Capitol.
Lawmakers mull increased tax for electric vehicles
Minnesota lawmakers are considering increasing fees or levying a new charging tax for electric vehicles in an effort to shore up funding for road and bridge repairs.
State workers must be in office at least 50% of workdays, Walz says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
Minnesota lawmakers considering low-cost car insurance program
A proposal in the Minnesota Legislature would create a special car insurance program for low-income drivers who can't afford coverage, which they're required to have to get behind the wheel.
Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
Minnesota bill targets cash incentives to sign election petitions
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
Candidates announce campaigns for Eichorn's vacant Minn. Senate seat
After a Minnesota state senator resigned over accusations he sought sex from a minor, candidates are announcing their intentions to run for his vacant seat.
St. Paul, Wild seek nearly $400M from state to create new arena complex
The arena—home to the Minnesota Wild and host to several concerts and other events—is 25 years old.
GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn resigns after federal charge
State Sen. Justin Eichorn submitted his letter of resignation on Thursday, GOP Leader Mark Johnson said in a statement, following a federal criminal charge accusing him of soliciting sex from someone he thought was 17, but turned out to be an undercover cop.
Republican Minn. Sen. Justin Eichorn charged after prostitution sting
A Republican Minnesota state senator arrested earlier this week after an alleged attempt to solicit sex from a minor faces federal charges.
Minnesota House returns to rare tie as David Gottfried sworn in
The seating of Rep. David Gottfried, who represents parts of Shoreview and Roseville in District 40B, means the power-sharing agreement negotiated between both caucuses last month takes effect.
Outcry over MN bill to define "Trump derangement syndrome" as mental illness
A bill that was introduced by Minnesota Senate Republicans to define so-called "Trump derangement syndrome" as a mental illness has provoked a backlash, with some saying the bill trivializes mental health care in the state regardless of the seriousness of its original intent.
In wake of Park Tavern drunk driving crash, lawmakers push for changes to Minnesota's DWI laws
There is new proposed legislation to reform Minnesota's DWI rules.
Ethics panel deadlocked over DFL Sen. Mitchell ethics complaints
A Minnesota Senate panel on Thursday discussed a new ethics complaint against embattled DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who faces two felony burglary charges. But members didn't take any further action.
Minnesota bill would require cities to cooperate with federal immigration officials
A proposal in the Minnesota Legislature would require local governments to work with federal immigration officials as President Donald Trump's administration vows the deportation of undocumented immigrants.