Minneapolis Mulls City-Led Sidewalk Shoveling, But It'll Cost Taxpayers

Now, there's a proposal for the city to shovel your walk instead, but it'll cost taxpayers a pretty penny.

Talking Points: Minnesota On Track To Be Carbon Free By 2040

The sweeping legislation makes Minnesota one of just ten states requiring a transition to 100% carbon-free emissions.

Met Council Unanimously Approves Transit Safety Plan

Thesafety plan affects about 1,400 Metro Transit bus drivers and light rail operators.

Minn. House Committee Advances Legislation Banning Use Of "Forever Chemicals" In Everyday Products

The PFAS chemicals, which are used in manufacturing, have been found in water, soil and fish across the state and can be extremely harmful.

Talking Points: The Push To Allow Felons Released From Prison To Vote

More than 50,000 convicted felons in Minnesota have served their time, but have not had their voting rights restored.

Gun Safety Bills Gain In Minnesota Amid Democratic Control

The former Minnesota Senate GOP majority prevented much discussion of the proposals in their body over the last several years.

DOC Orders Ramsey County Jail To Decrease Its Number Of Inmates

By Wednesday, the county's Adult Detention Center will need to have at least 45 fewer inmates.

Bill Would Allow Police To Attach Tracking Device To Stolen Car Without Driver's Knowledge

A bill aimed at helping car theft victims is making its way through the Minnesota Legislature.

Report Criticizes How Minnesota Agencies Award Grants To Nonprofits

You pay your taxes, the state legislature decides how to spend it, state agencies then get to share it.

Court Ruling Could Speed Up Release Process For State's Sex Offender Program

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that civilly committed people must be transferred to a community program.

Minnesota Agreed To Boost PCA Wages - But Who's Going To Actually Pay For It?

It was a win for health care workers this month when the state agreed to a nearly $5-an-hour raise.

Data Shows Minneapolis' "Operation Endeavor" Has Been Successful In Its First 90 Days

The city released new statistics from the operation's first 90 days, which show calls about guns dropped 38% from the same time last year.

Minnesota Senate Passes Bill That Would Protect Abortion Rights In State Law

After more than 14 hours of debate, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation that would codify abortion rights in the state.

Met Council Announces New Metro Transit Police Chief

Morales joins Metro Transit from New York, where he spent most of his career in the New York City Police Department.

Minnesota State Patrol Looking To Hire More Capitol Security Officers As Safety Of Government Buildings Remains In Focus

Chief of Minnesota State Patrol Colonel Matt Langer is looking to hire 12 additional state capitol security officers.

USDA To Crack Down On Organic Food Label Fraud

New rules from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will make it harder to claim the "organic" label on foods.

Law Enforcement Across Minnesota Turning To Hennepin County Sheriff's Office For Its Facial Recognition Software

Officers around the state enlist the help of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, the only law enforcement agency that has the technology.

Minnesota Democrats Moving Ahead With State Paid Leave Program Proposal, Which They Call A "Top Priority"

Under the plan, Minnesotans would be eligible for 12 weeks to care for a family member, including a newborn baby, and more.

"I Have Done Nothing Wrong": Mike Lindell Says MyPillow Lost $100 Million After Election Fraud Claims

This comes as Lindell is facing a $1.3 billion defamation lawsuit over his promotion of the Big Lie, as well as the FBI seizing his phone.

Derek Chauvin's Attorneys To Ask Minnesota Court Of Appeals For New Trial

Attorneys for the man convicted of murdering George Floyd will be in court Wednesday in the hopes of getting him a new trial.

Nearly 1,000 Minnesota PCA Applicants Are Stuck In Background Check Limbo

Amidst Minnesota's personal care assistant (PCA) staffing shortage, there are some people who want to work but can't.

House Committee Advances "Universal School Meal" Bill, Providing Breakfast And Lunch At No Cost To All Students

"This is the way to make sure that kids are fed," Colleen Moriarty, executive director of Hunger Solutions Minnesota, told lawmakers.

Family Of Deshaun Hill, Minneapolis Public Schools Reach $500K Settlement 1 Year After His Shooting Death

The teen was shot and killed a few blocks from the high school on Feb. 9, 2021, on a day we're told students were encouraged to leave early.

Fmr. Hennepin Co. Sheriff Dave Hutchinson Gets Previous Police Job Back, With More Pay

The controversial former top cop of Hennepin County is now collecting a paycheck from a different department.

DFL Lawmakers Push Voting Package At Capitol That Would Expand Access, Protect Poll Workers

DFL leaders say action on voting is among top priorities this session now that they have taken control of both the House and Senate.

Social Security Tax Elimination To Be Considered By Minnesota Lawmakers

Minnesota is one of only 12 states that taxes Social Security income.

Angie Craig Demands Answers For Long Delays In Mail Deliveries For South Metro Suburbs

Craig represents Dakota, Scott, Goodhue and Wabasha counties as well as parts of Rice and Washington counties.

2023 Session Preview: Democrats To Wield Power When MN Legislature Convenes

The main job of Minnesota's legislative sessions in odd-numbered years is to set the budget for the next two years.

Minnesota House Committee Approves Plans For $500M Renovation For The State Office Building

Staff and security at the capitol complex warned of the dire needs of the 90-year-old building they say is in disrepair.

Minnesota House Panel To Vote On Remodel Of State Office Building

"Every time the doors open, I have concerns about the infrastructure, if we're gonna have some type of a failure," Meyerson said.

Gov. Walz Visits Minnesota National Guard Troops In Kuwait

The DFL governor says despite some tough years, Minnesota continues to lead the nation in guard recruiting.

Federal Grant Will Help DNR Restore Moose Habitat

The DNR said the goal is to restore three areas of 10,000 to 50,000 acres each in northeastern parts of the state.

New House Minority Leader Rep. Lisa Demuth Is Focused On "Moving Forward" After Republican Midterm Losses

The new legislative session starts in less than a month, and it promises to be a blockbuster.

With Minnesota's $17B Surplus, Could "Walz Checks" Get Passed At The Legislature?

Minnesota's staggering $17 billion surplus has some wondering - will the governor's proposal of rebate checks still be on the table?

Mpls. City Council Approves $3.3B Biennial Budget

This is Frey's first biennial budget, and it totals $3.37 billion over the next two years.

St. Paul City Council To Vote On 2023 Budget Wednesday

Mayor Melvin Carter initially proposed a $780 million budget that would've included a property tax levy increase of more than 15%.

Minnesota Sues THC Company After Edibles Sickened Teens

The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy is seeking a court order to destroy $7 million worth of the company’s products.

MN Board Of Pharmacy Files Lawsuit Against Companies Selling THC Products That "Far Exceed" Legal Limits

The lawsuit alleges the businesses also violated state law because the gummies resemble products marketed to children, which is prohibited.

Minnesota Board Accepts Anti-Drug Aid For Minority Students

A southern Minnesota school district voted Monday to accept a $1.1 million state grant meant to help curb drug use among students of color.

After Years Of Stalemate, Democrats See Opportunity For Gun Control Measures With Total Control Of Minnesota Government

Speaker Melissa Hortman listed gun violence prevention as an issue her caucus would pass "quickly" when the legislature convenes again.