House Candidate Settles Case Alleging He Swindled Cloquet Woman In Real Estate Deal

Pete Radosevich is running in House District 11A against Republican Jeff Dotseth of Kettle River.

Your Questions About The Minnesota Election System, Answered

The Reformer answers voter questions about provisional ballots, registration, recounts and more.

Doug Emhoff, Jewish Spouse Of VP Harris, Talks Rise In Antisemitism During GOTV Visit To Twin Cities

Emhoff's comments come on the same day as Adidas announced it would end its partnership with Kanye West.

1-On-1 With MPD Chief Nominee Brian O'Hara

For the first time since becoming the mayor's choice for chief, he sat down with WCCO's Reg Chapman to talk about his priorities.

Sunday Night Debates: AG, SOS And Gov. Walz Declines Debate With Dr. Jensen

Two key candidate showdowns were in the spotlight Sunday night, two weeks from Election Day.

Minnesota House Candidate Encourages People To Fly Confederate Flag, Calls Islam A Satanic Plague

Stephen Doerr is running against Rep. Gene Pelowski, DLF-Winona, in House District 26A.

Effort To Pause Removal Of Unhoused Encampments Fails At Mpls. City Council

The measure failed in a vote after the city attorney said it wasn't within the council's authority.

5 Finalists For St. Paul Police Chief Announced, Nearly All Internal Candidates

The candidates are: Dr. Jaqueline Bailey-Davis, Pamela Barragan, Kurtis Hallstrom, Axel Henry, and Stacy Murphy.

Next Generation Highways

More electric vehicles on the roads means a need for more electric infrastructure to support them.

Thousands Of Minnesota Nurses Hit The Picket Lines In Historic 3-Day Strike

The hospitals say the strike will bring minimal disruptions to patient care as they lean on thousands of traveling nurses.

Minnesota's Public Defenders Vote No Confidence In Agency Head

Chief Public Defender Bill Ward oversees roughly 470 public defenders and 200 support staff.

"We're At A Breaking Point": St. Paul Fire Chief Asks For Additional $3.8M In 2023

Chief Inks is proposing a $74,509,998 budget for 2023 – an increase of 5.5 percent.

Minnesota Election Administration Explained: Recounts And Election Contests

The state provides public funding for recounts of close elections.

Hiawatha Golf Course's Controversial Redevelopment Plan Approved

In a 6-3 vote, the board voted to move forward with the master plan, despite the objections of some.

Minneapolis City Council Approves Kristyn Anderson To Serve As City Attorney

"I want to help city leaders enact change to improve the lives of the people of Minneapolis," Anderson said in a press release.

Minnesota's Black Marijuana Users Far More Likely To Face Arrest Than White Ones

"It’s a disparity that has persisted for years, despite data showing that Black and white residents use cannabis at similar rates."

Public Can Weigh In On If Camera Access Should Be Expanded In Minnesota Courtrooms

At issue is whether there should be changes to expand the recordings of district court criminal proceedings.

Walz Reiterates Support For Abortion Rights In State Fair Interview

The latest poll showed a tightening race with Gov. Tim Walz just two points ahead of Republican rival Scott Jensen.

Sen. Klobuchar Plans To Bring Pete Buttigieg To The State Fair Butter Carving Booth Thursday

A lot of people lined up outside the gates of the Minnesota State Fair Thursday morning, and among them was Sen. Amy Klobuchar.

Big Money Will Soon Be Available For Minnesota Farmers To Fight Climate Change

There's big money for farmers to fight climate change and curb water pollution.

Will Sen. Amy Klobuchar Make A Presidential Run In 2024?

A recent CNN poll found that 75 percent of Democratic voters want someone other than President Joe Biden to run for president in 2024.

Ahead Of Primary, Hennepin County Elections Manager Debunks Claims Of Widespread Voter Fraud

The Minnesota primary is just two days away and local election officials are working hard to make sure the vote goes smoothly.

Ex-Brooklyn Center Police Chief Sues City, Alleging He Was Forced To Resign After Daunte Wright Shooting

The shooting sparked protests about police brutality and racial justice, less than a year after the murder of George Floyd by Derek Chauvin.

Prior Lake To Consider THC Product Moratorium

Edibles and beverages containing hemp-derived THC became legal in Minnesota earlier this month.

GOP Governor Candidate Scott Jensen Amends Position On Abortion

Scott Jensen says he supports abortions for victims of rape and incest, altering his stance from previous comments he describes as clumsy.

Committee Again Considers Whether To Shorten Sentences For Repeat Offenders

The sentencing guidelines commission meeting, which is happening at 1:30 p.m., is not a vote for or against reduced sentences.

Gov. Tim Walz Won't Ask Attorney General To Appeal Ruling Overturning Abortion Restrictions

"I think the ruling was pretty clear and well thought out," Walz said. "I don't think there is room where they'd need to."

Judge Bans Yellow Clothing In Courtroom For Jamal Smith Trial

In a court order filed Tuesday, Judge Nicole Engisch wrote that "courtroom attendees shall not display yellow clothing as a group."

Sen. Klobuchar Helps Tony Oliva's Brother In Cuba Get Visa For Cooperstown Ceremony

Tony Oliva's long-awaited spot in the National Baseball Hall of Fame is finally right around the corner.

Minnesota DOT Discusses Efforts To Add Native Language Road Signage

MnDOT joins efforts by states to add road signage in the languages of its Indigenous people.

Bill Aims To Close Legal Gap After Several Minnesota Families Lose Savings To Pool Contractor

WCCO introduced you to several families who paid for a backyard pool and have nothing to show for the tens of thousands of dollars paid.

Anti-Abortion Groups Look To Update 1849 Wisconsin Ban

Abortion opponents want lawmakers to completely ban surgical abortions and to block medication abortions.

The Debate Over Traffic Stops For Minor Offenses Remains Unsettled

A violation of expired tabs in Hopkins this month ended up leading to murder charges.

Mpls. City Officials Announce Changes To Police Wellness, Discipline Policies

Mayor Jacob Frey and Interim Chief Amelia Huffman announced two changes to police policy on Monday.

Affordable Housing Project Aims To Keep Seniors In Their Longtime Minneapolis Neighborhood

New affordable housing for seniors is helping to keep older residents connected to their community.

MnDOT: State Could Lose Federal Infrastructure Funds If Lawmakers Don't Act

The $1.2 trillion infrastructure law is bringing billions to states like Minnesota. But some worry we could lose out on part of that money.

Minneapolis Settles With Journalist Blinded During 2020 Unrest For $600,000

“My goggles came off, I had a laceration on my eye,” she told WCCO-TV in 2020. “A lot of blood, a lot of tear gas.”

Don Samuels Discusses Challenging Ilhan Omar In Primary

A month from now early voting begins for Minnesota's Aug.9 primary.

Talking Points: Primary In Minnesota's 5th District Will Be Closely Watched

Fifth Congressional District incumbent Rep. Ilhan Omar will face a challenge from former Minneapolis City Councilmember Don Samuels.

Minnesota Senate Passes Bill To Distribute $300M From Opioid Suit

Counties and cities across Minnesota will be receiving a portion of the settlement, including more than $42 million to Hennepin County.