Election 2012: How Much Have Your Neighbors Given to Candidates Obama and Romney?

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How Much Will Southwest LRT Really Help Hopkins Students?

With Hopkins High School so far from the planned light rail line, School Board Director Kris Newcomer questioned whether students would actually be able to use LRT to travel to courses offered at the University of Minnesota.

Where Do I Vote in Hopkins?

Find out where to go on Election Day.

Hennepin County Transfers Shady Oak Road Money

The $3 million will help business deal with the impact of the Shady Oak Road expansion.

Q&A With the Legislative Candidates: Steve Simon

The DFL incumbent for House District 46B answers your questions on key issues.

AUDIO: District 46 Candidates Discuss Education (Part II)

The candidates discuss early childhood education, special education, the achievement gap and retiree volunteers.

Q&A With the Legislative Candidates: David Arvidson

The GOP Challenger for House District 46B answers your questions on key issues.

Q&A With the Legislative Candidates: Ron Latz

The DFL incumbent of Senate District 46 answers your questions on key issues.

AUDIO: Gay Marriage Debate Present at Candidate Forum on School Issues

After John Swanson worried about ‘fractured families,’ Steve Simon said that’s a good reason to oppose the marriage amendment.

READ: FDA Report on Dirty 'Clean Room' at Source of Fungal Meningitis

The New England Compounding Center (NECC) sent tainted steroids to clinics in Fridley, Edina, Maple Grove and Shakopee, sickening 9 Minnesotans in national outbreak.

Last Call for Election Letters to the Editor!

Patch staff will stop inputting letters to the editors on Oct. 28. After that, you can upload them as an announcement.

Five Guys, Bruegger’s Another Step Closer to Coming to Hopkins

The City Council approved four pieces of the project Tuesday.

Q&A With The County Commissioner Candidates: Dave Wahlstedt

Wahlstedt discusses key issues and how he views the job of county commissioner.

Minnehaha Creek Honors Hopkins for Partnership Efforts

The city was recognized as an ‘outstanding partner’ because of its collaboration with the watershed district.

Q&A With The County Commissioner Candidates: Jan Callison

Callison discusses key issues and how she views the job of county commissioner.

Hopkins Domestic Partner Registry Rarely Used

Although only four couples have used the registry, the Hopkins grad who pushed for the ordinance says it still has important symbolic value.

LIVE CHAT: Minnesota Patch Users Share Thoughts During the Final Presidential Debate

Participate in Patch’s live blog while you’re watching Monday's final debate, and share your thoughts on how the candidates are doing.

Fields Tries to Leverage Debate Outburst into Fundraising

The Republican challenger for Minnesota’s 5th District is asking supporters for money to counter Ellison’s comments.

RECAP: The Keith Ellison-Chris Fields KFAI Debate Scuffle

Ellison called Fields a lowlife scumbag while Fields attacked Ellison for his low child support payments.

(LIVE VIDEO) Chris Kluwe May Debate Chair Regarding Marriage Amendment

The Vikings punter invited at least 10 prominent Republicans to take part in a debate, although none took him up on the offer.

AUDIO: Hear the Low Points of Thursday's Fractious Ellison-Fields Debate

Listen to the name-calling and judge for yourself who was wrong.

REPLAY: Residents Share Their Thoughts During Presidential Debate

Throughout the debate, Patch moderated a live blog where users could share their thoughts in real time, participate in polls and post photos from debate-watching parties.

Where to Watch the Oct. 16 Presidential Debate In Hopkins

TV schedules, live stream options, debate-watching parties and more.

Is Southwest LRT a Campaign Asset or Obstacle?

While supporters are still working to promote the Southwest Transitway, one campaign ad uses a candidate’s backing for the project as its most-visible selling point. What role does light rail play in this election?

Where to Watch the Oct. 22 Presidential Debate In Hopkins

TV schedules, live stream options, debate-watching parties and more.

Hopkins, Minnetonka to Review Shady Oak Road Redevelopment Money

The $3 million in Community Works funding must be used for at least one 10,000-square-foot redevelopment site.

Key Southwest LRT Study Published for Public Review

Officials are seeking input on the draft environmental impact statement released Friday morning.

What Thursday’s 5th District Debate Told Us About the Candidates

Rep. Keith Ellison and GOP challenger Chris Fields clashed over key issues.

How to Watch the Vice Presidential Debate Around Hopkins

Hopkins Patch has the resources for you to watch tonight's debate, and opportunities for you to take your involvement to the next level.

LIVE CHAT: Share Your Thoughts During the Vice Presidential Debate

Visit Patch’s live chat while you’re watching tonight's debate to share your thoughts on how the candidates are doing.

Cottageville Park Planning Events Start Today

The process begins with an art event for the public to imagine possibilities for the newly expanded park.

Hopkins Activity Center Proposes $1.8M Renovation

The redesign would make the space more open, efficient and attractive.

Five Guys Burgers, Bruegger’s coming to Hopkins

A Sprint store and a Fantastic Sams will also be moving into a retail center on the old BP site.

Social Services Hub Would Have Negligible Impact on Hopkins Police

Small call loads at the main social services center in downtown Minneapolis suggest Hopkins wouldn’t see a jump in calls if a center came here.

Latz Wants Hearings on Workplace Violence, Gun Access for Mentally Ill

He plans to investigate how authorities can prevent incidents like the Sept. 27 Accent Signage shooting.

Help Hopkins Build Better Walking, Biking Paths

The city and county are hosting opportunities for residents to contribute their thoughts on walking and biking in the community.

Dirty Politics? Republican Cries Foul in Race for Congress Against Keith Ellison

Chris Fields, who is challenging Rep. Keith Ellison for the U.S. 5th District seat, calls the Minnesota DFL party distributing information about his past divorce "the politics of personal destruction." The DFL calls it "opposition re

5th District Candidate Responds To Accusations in City Pages

Chris Fields says bringing up a temporary restraining order from 2006—that he never knew about—is an example of dirty politics.

Council Selects Site For Oakes Park Lift Station

The sewer facility will be in the northwest corner of the park.

You Be The Judge: What Do These Property Owners Deserve?

Decisions on assessments for late utility bills, citations and invoices aren’t always easy. How would you handle these special requests for leniency from Tuesday's City Council meeting?