MN Republicans Sue To Force Election Rerun In Tight House Race

It's a race that could determine the balance of power in the Minnesota House.

Lawsuits Lead Judge To Halt Minnesota Cannabis Business License Lottery

State cannabis regulators denied entry to two-thirds of those who applied and some took it to court.

Anoka-Hennepin School Board Faces $21 Million Deficit, Considering Budget Cuts Or Referendum

The Anoka-Hennepin is facing a $21 million budget deficit, which the administration blames on many factors.

Deadline Approaches For Hennepin Co. Jail To Cut 150 Inmates After Deaths, Staffing Violations

As of early Thursday morning, just over 900 inmates are in the jail.

Here's What It Looked Like The Last Time Minnesota House Was Divided In 1979

Both of those races are so tight, the margins are less than one-half of one percent, that they will head to a publicly-funded recount.

Deceased Man Elected In Itasca County

Burl Ives, 57, died in September. He won the county commission race in a landslide.

4 MN Counties Flip Red In Trump Vs. Harris Race: See Breakdown

Among those that Donald Trump flipped on Tuesday was the home county of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.

'Yes' Votes Lead In MN Lottery Funds Ballot Question

Minnesotan voters were asked to renew the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund. Patch will provide live results.

Experts Warn Of Increased Misinformation On Election Day

The CBS News Confirmed team works around the clock to identify misinformation, especially about the U.S. election.

How Does The Electoral College Work? A Simple Explanation For The 2024 Presidential Election

The Electoral College is the process by which Americans elect their president and vice president indirectly through their state's electors.

Hennepin County's HOPE Program Gives Inmates Opportunities To Do Something Productive While In Custody

For hundreds of inmates, even when the door closes, an opportunity to learn remains open.

MN Woman Casts Dead Mom's Ballot For Trump: Sheriff

A Minnesota woman is accused of illegally filling out her dead mother's absentee ballot in favor of Donald Trump.

Cyber Security Experts Coming To Twin Cities Ahead Of Election

Over a thousand participants will take place in workshops over the course of the week.

Minnesota Analysts Weigh In On Accuracy Of Polls With Nearly A Week Left Until Election Day

In 2020, they got the winner right — but if you look carefully, they still underestimated the eventual Trump vote.

Tim Walz, Wife And Son Vote Early In Minnesota

It was the first time voting for Gus, who just turned 18.

Former MN Congressman Rick Nolan Dies At 80

"Rick Nolan was a champion for the Northland who fought fiercely to protect working people from corporate interests," the DFL Chairman said.

3rd Of 4 Supermoons: When To See The Full Hunter’s Moon In MN

Also gracing the skies over MN are the once-in-a-lifetime Comet C/2023A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS and Orionid meteors.

Minneapolis Looks To Transform Police's 3rd Precinct Building That Burned Into "Democracy Center"

"It's time for our city to move forward. It's time for a vision at the old 3rd Precinct building to take shape," said Mayor Jacob Frey.

City Of St. Paul Cannot Implement Child Care Subsidy Program If Voters Approve It, Mayor Says

Supporters believe it's a step in the right direction to find solutions to a persistent problem facing young families.

Minnesota ranked no. 11 for fiscal health

According to new report by government finance watchdog

Gov. Tim Walz Says Son Gus Witnessed Shooting At St. Paul Rec Center During VP Debate

"I got a 17-year-old and he witnessed a shooting at a community center playing volleyball. Those things don't leave you," Tim Walz said.

Watch Tim Walz's Closing Statement From The 2024 VP Debate

"Support of democracy matters," Walz said at the end of the debate, which was hosted by CBS News in New York.

Minnesota Counties Paying Significantly More For Snowplows Due To Supply Chain Issues

"We're prepared. We budget a year in advance. So, we are prepared for the events whether they come or they don't," said Zinniel.

Could The "YIMBY" Movement Fix America's Affordable Housing Shortage?

More U.S. cities and states are starting to say "yes, in my backyard" as they struggle to meet the housing needs of growing populations.

Ballot Measures In St. Paul, Bloomington Would Change When And How Residents Vote In City Elections

Peter Butler, who helped gather 6,500 resident signatures to get the question on the ballot, said the goal is to boost turnout.

St. Paul Ending Program That Let Mental Health Providers Work With Police To Follow Up On 911 Calls

The Community Outreach and Stabilization Unit, or COAST, handles about 1,700 cases a year.

Minneapolis City Leaders Look To Address Public Safety Concerns After Tragic Few Days

"We are public servants, and we must be accountable to community," said Michelle Phillips, Minneapolis Director of Civil Rights.

More Than One-Third Of Elections Officials In Minnesota Are New In 2024, Data Show

As of January 2024, Minnesota's turnover rate for elections officials was 34%.

Minnesota's Lieutenant Governor Greets Twin Cities Students On First Day Of School

She took a moment to talk about the excitement of the new year, but also how the state is addressing some challenges.

Minnesota Department Of Public Safety Named Among State Fair's "Best Of" Winners For 2024

Policing has been a top concern for event organizers, amid increased scrutiny over public safety in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.

Foo Fighters Say They Did Not OK Trump Using "My Hero" At Arizona Rally, Will Donate Royalties To Harris-Walz Campaign

Former President Donald Trump has drawn the ire of another musical group for unauthorized use of their music.

Minnesota Republicans Attack Walz's Spending As Governor

House Minority Leader Lisa Demuth was a guest on WCCO Sunday Morning live at the Minnesota State Fair at 10:30 a.m.

Republicans Aim To Dismantle DFL Trifecta At The Minnesota Capitol

Right now, the DFL has total control of state government. Democrats want to keep it that way, but Republicans are hoping to flip the House. 

Abortion Rights Could Again Be Key Issue In Minnesota's 2nd District Race

Former federal prosecutor Joe Teirab will face three-term Democratic Rep. Angie Craig in the November election.

Non-Minnesotans Are Hopelessly Lost On What 'Hot Dish' Is

An offhanded comment about "white guy tacos" from Gov. Tim Walz sparked a new controversy about spice and hot dish.

Tim Walz's 1995 Drunken Driving Arrest: What To Know

Tim Walz was a 31-year-old teacher when he was stopped the night of Sept. 23, 1995, near Chadron, Nebraska.

Brad Finstad Wins Republican Nomination For U.S. House In Minnesota's 1st Congressional District

Finstad will face Rachel Bohman, who ran uncontested for the Democratic primary, in the general election.

Joe Teirab Wins Republican Primary In 2nd Congressional District, Will Face Rep. Angie Craig In November

Teirab did not earn the GOP's endorsement, but the candidate who did, Tayler Rahm, dropped out of the primary race in July.

Tom Emmer Wins Republican Nomination In Minnesota's 6th Congressional District

The 6th District includes Benton, Carver, Sherburne, Stearns, Wright, Anoka, and Washington Counties.

Royce White Wins Republican Nomination For U.S. Senate To Face Off Against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

White, a 33-year-old Minneapolis native who briefly played in the NBA, beat Joe Fraser.