Minnesota earns 84/100 in financial transparency, ranking 9 among 50 states

New report from Truth in Accounting reveals Minnesota’s strengths and weaknesses in fiscal reporting

Fact Check: Gov. Walz's Appointment Of Minnesota Shooting Suspect To Advisory Board

A memorial for Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband was set up outside the Capitol in St. Paul on June 15, 2025.

Minnesota Policy Change Takes Effect As Many State Employees Begin Working In-Office 50% Of The Time

The change went into effect on June 1, according to Julie Nelson, communications director with the Minnesota Department of Administration.

Special Session Headed For After Memorial Day Weekend As Minnesota Lawmakers Continue To Work Through Unresolved Budget Bills

Gov. Tim Walz won't officially call the special session until everything is wrapped up, but now it will be next week at the earliest.

WCCO Investigates What Happened After A Petition Was Filed Using Minnesota's Red Flag Law

"Looking at the data, you know, I see that it's being effective, right? It's giving a stop measure for these moments," Rep. Ethan Cha said.

Minneapolis Police Hire Civilian Bureau Chiefs To Lead Internal Affairs, Constitutional Policing Efforts

O'Hara said he had personally recruited Famodu and Martin, mirroring moves in large cities such as Los Angeles and Philadelphia.

'Gulf Of America' Vote Passes: See How Your MN Rep. Voted

U.S. House Republicans are looking to show their support, though it is unclear whether the Senate will go along.

Budget Talks Stall In Minnesota Over Health Care For Undocumented Residents And School Worker Benefits

Budget talks between legislative leaders and the governor continued on Monday at the State Capitol.

Walz Pledges To Protect MN From 'Chaos' He Says Trump Unleashed

Gov. Tim Walz delivered his annual State of the State speech Wednesday to a joint session of the Legislature.

How To Watch: Gov. Tim Walz's 2025 State Of The State Will Address Federal Woes, Minnesota's Way Forward

Wednesday night at the State Capitol, DFL Gov. Tim Walz will speak to state lawmakers and Minnesotans in his State of the State address.

Attorney Believes Student Visa For Man Living In Minnesota May Have Been Revoked Due To His Political Views

ICE agents detained 33-year-old Aditya Harsono in Marshall, Minnesota, just days after his student visa was abruptly revoked.

Minnesota Prosecutor Urges Lawmakers To Impose Stricter Penalties For Exposing Children To Fentanyl

"I try to separate how I feel from my job. But it was something that kind of shocked the conscience," Mesa said in a recent interview.

Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside And Elliot Park Neighborhoods Not Covered Under New Contracts With Violence Interrupters

A local violence intervention group is on the brink of losing its contract with the city of Minneapolis.

Minnesota Lawmakers Considering Low-Cost Car Insurance Program

The program would be funded by a ten-cent surcharge on other auto insurance policies in the state.

"No Viable Path" For Trash Collection After St. Paul Council Blocks Site Plans

Carter says the city is "in crisis" after the city council unanimously voted to block plans for FCC Environmental's dispatch center.

Minnesota Professor Says Trump's Plan To Invoke Alien Enemies Act Of 1798 "Sidesteps" Immigration Laws

Since the U.S. is not at war, it would have to be determined that a country is either carrying out or threatening an invasion.

David Gottfried Wins District 40B Special Election, Minnesota House Now Tied

"As a proud Minnesotan, I'm honored to congratulate David Gottfried on his crucial special election victory," DFL Chair Ken Martin said.

Study Shows The Consequences Of Budget Cuts To SNAP In Minnesota

The CEO of Second Harvest Heartland, Allison O'Toole, says she fears the impact of SNAP cuts during the budget talks in Washington.

Minnesota Senate Republicans Seek Apology From Gov. Tim Walz Over Nazi Comment That He Says Wasn't Targeting GOP

Walz said the Republicans should "be better" and shift their attention to what's happening in Washington.

Sen. Smith Warns Rural Minnesota Hospitals, Hennepin Healthcare "Cannot Exist" Without Medicaid

In a virtual press conference on Thursday morning, Smith said cuts would impact both Greater Minnesota residents and in the Twin Cities.

House Passes Budget Plan That Could Cut Medicaid: How MN Reps Voted

The Minnesota delegation in the U.S. House split on a GOP budget blueprint Tuesday evening that calls for deep spending cuts.

City Of Minneapolis Unveils New Plan For Former Kmart Site On Nicollet

The plan incorporates housing, including apartments, townhomes, and retail businesses like a grocery store.

Minnesota DNR Urges Owners To Remove Fish Houses Before Deadline

With warmer weather arriving, anglers like Ryan Lenski and Jarrod Baadsgaard took advantage of the near-50-degree temperatures Sunday.

Minnesota House Bill Would Remove Restrictions On Electronic Pull Tab Games That Charities Say Are Slashing Revenues

All the games with those features had to be removed by the end of last year, according to the law, and revenue has plummeted as a result.

Future Of Sports Betting In Minnesota Uncertain After Bill Fails To Advance Through Key Committee

On a tie, it didn't advance through its first test in the Senate, creating a roadblock on the quest to get the measure passed this session.

Minneapolis City Council Debates Funding For Neighborhood Violence Prevention Program

At stake is $1.2 million of taxpayer money.

New Program To Help Minnesota Communities Impacted By Cannabis Prohibition

Grant awards for the first round of funding will range from $50,000 to $200,000 per project.

Future Of Mining Near Boundary Waters, Superior National Forest Undetermined

The order says mining operation restrictions should stop.

Consulate Of Mexico Helps Minnesotans Prepare For Possible Deportation

In the first 100 days, President Donald Trump is making good on his promise to crack down on illegal immigration.

How President Trump's DEI Orders Could Hurt Minnesota Nonprofits

The executive order said it is aimed at ending government waste, and calls DEI programming "illegal" and "immoral."

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 In Food: How It Could Impact MN Products

Some familiar foods will disappear from Minnesota grocery store shelves in the next couple of years.

Minneapolis Police Department Welcomes Largest Group Of New Hires In 5 Years

It's a diverse class, and they aren't just any new hires—they're community service officers and cadets.

St. Paul Officials Serve Eviction Notice To Homeless Encampment Off Payne Avenue

"Some people come through and give us propane for heaters and stuff like that, those could become causes of fires too," Kennedy said.

Minnesota Politicians React To Former President Jimmy Carter's Death

"President Carter defined what it means to be a servant leader," Gov. Tim Walz said.

Top Moments In Minnesota Politics 2024: Walz For Vice President, Legislative Chaos And More

On a state level, a close House race has resulted in a court battle.

Voters Linked To Missing Ballots Testify As Election Contest For Shakopee State House Seat Ends

The outcome could determine the balance of power in the Minnesota House, which stands at a tie with Tabke's victory.

Minnesota-Led Bill To Make Bald Eagle National Bird Heads To President Biden's Desk

"They are just majestic, and I love the calls they make," said Ryan Sanford.

Andrew Luger Reflects On Time As U.S. Attorney In Minnesota Before Leaving Office

Luger sat down with WCCO's Reg Chapman to reflect on the work he's done to put gang members behind bars.

Lawsuit Filed By ACLU Of Minnesota Accuses Otter Tail County Jail Of Human Rights Violations

Defendants in the lawsuit include multiple correctional officers at the Otter Tail County Jail.

Hope Walz, Gov. Tim Walz's Daughter, Says Joe Rogan Fandom Is "Red Flag" In Her Dating "Litmus Test"

"It's literally never failed us. And at this point, it's like the first thing we do when someone starts talking to a new person, Walz said.