F-Bombs OK? FCC Asks If It Should Ease Swearing, Nudity Ban

'Can't we keep at least a modicum of modesty on television?' asked one Minnetonka resident.

WATCH: Bonoff Praises Higher Education Bill

The bill would freeze tuition at the University of Minnesota for two years and increase student aid.

Southwest LRT Planners Eyeing Minnetonka Site for Maintenance Facility

Many communities along the line worry about the loss of tax base and redevelopment potential should the site move in.

Williston Center Hosts Open House

Wondering what all the fuss is about at Williston Fitness Center? Come find out at a free open house Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Welcome Spring with Eco Walks and Talks in Minnetonka

Walks take place in a Minnetonka park where native habitat restoration is underway.

Southwest LRT Station Plan Open Houses Set for April, May

For each of the 17 stations, initial concepts have been assembled that look at options for pedestrian, bike, bus and car connections.

North Memorial Plans New Minnetonka Center

The Minnetonka Medical Center would be between Highway 7 and Highwood Drive.

Spring Leaf, Brush Drop-off Begins April 1 in Minnetonka

The Public Works facility at 11522 Minnetonka Blvd will be accepting leaves and yard waste from Minnetonka residents beginning Monday.

Help Monitor Minnetonka Wetlands

You don’t need a science background or any previous monitoring experience to participate.

Minnetonka is Not Among Winners in New LGA Bill

Even with a new formula, the city would continue to do without the state aid payments.

Minnetonka Neighborhood Fights Senior Housing Proposal

Scott Colehour and others disagree with a senior housing proposal for Minnetonka Blvd. because of the size of the facility. So far, the plan has been rejected by the city.

Sen. Terri Bonoff: Budget Targets Dominated Discussion at Capitol

"With the Legislature on spring recess this week, the release of this information now allows us time to digest these figures and return with our own responses."

Rep. John Benson: Report Finds a 'Skills Gap' in Minnesota

"Manufacturing businesses reported difficulty filling 45 percent of current vacancies – a third of which remain unfilled due to a lack of skilled labor."

Street Sweeping Delayed Because of Cold Weather

It will start in mid-April instead of April 1.

Don’t Forget to Pick Up Rain Barrels and Compost Bins

Pick up takes place April 19 for those who ordered barrels and bins.

Rep. Yvonne Selcer: 'Big News on Several Fronts'

"Early this week each finance committee will be receiving its financial target, and so will start the process of determining how best to move forward within the framework of fiscal reality."

Share Your Thoughts on Bus Service Changes

The Metropolitan Council is hosting two meetings on service cuts in April.

Sen. Terri Bonoff: Relieved Governor Didn't Reduce Proposed Investment in Education

"I had several bills up this week and found myself out of breath at times running from committee to committee."

Same-Sex Marriage Bill Makes It Through Senate, House Committees

The MN Senate Judiciary Committee sent a same-sex marriage bill to the full Senate on 5-3 vote, and just hours later, the Civil Law Committee in the House approved the campanion bill 10-7.

Sen. Bonoff: Busy Week With 5 Bills in Committees

Health Insurance Exchange bill: "The two or three things that I have been concerned about in our bill would have been addressed by corresponding amendments. I voted for them, yet these amendments did not pass."

Looking Out For Small Business

"The business community believes a state-specific exchange will best serve the needs of Minnesotans, but we oppose the bill in its existing form."

How Much Has the NRA Given to Minnesota Legislators?

Minnesota's congressional delegation has gotten thousands of dollars from the NRA.

Sen. Bonoff Announces Legislation to End Wire Transfer Fraud

The legislative proposal is in response to the tens of thousands of older Minnesotans who have been scammed by making wire transfers.

VIDEO: Minnetonka Girls Hockey Team Gets a Shout Out in Washington

Rep. Erik Paulsen congratulates the team on three straight state title wins.

Rep. Yvonne Selcer: Southwest Light Rail Is A Smart Investment

"We still face a $627 million dollar deficit, and still owe our schools about $250 million in delayed school aid payments. I am proud to have authored House File 1, which pays back that debt to our schools."

You Can Volunteer to Measure Minnetonka Snowfall for National Weather Service

It's March Madness as the CoCoRaHS program seeks local precipitation observers.

Garden Plots for Rent in Hopkins and Minnetonka, Beginning March 4 and 5

For Minnetonka residents, plots are available for rent starting March 5. For Hopkins residents, plots are available for rent starting March 4.

Sen. Terri Bonoff: Good News With Economic Forecast; Now What?

"We can use this as an opportunity to enact significant tax reform that will facilitate economic vitality in Minnesota for years to come."

Rep. John Benson: Reduced Deficit Is Welcome Development

"MMB’s forecast shows that Minnesota faces a projected budget deficit of $627 million for the 2014-15 biennium. This is an improvement of $463 million from November forecast that showed a project deficit of $1.1 billion."

Metro Transit Completes Minnetonka Bus Study

Recommendations for service improvements and changes were identified.

Hopkins Alternative Program to Leave the Pavilion

The program will be moved to Intermediate District 287’s West Education Center in Minnetonka starting in the 2013-14 school year.

Rep. Yvonne Selcer: Repeated Message Is For Legislators to Work Together

"The economy shows signs of recovery, but we must continue to work to create jobs and make Minnesota economically competitive."

Is Money Waiting for You? One in 20 Minnesotans Have 'Missing Money'

What are your chances of having $100 or more waiting for you? One in 20 Minnesotans have unclaimed property, typically dormant bank accounts, un-cashed checks, unclaimed wages, safe deposit boxes, stocks or insurance policies.

LIVE VIDEO: Same-Sex Marriage Bill to Be Announced Today

Opponents vow half-million dollar offensive to counter legalization.

Minnesota Pollution Control Issues Pollution Warning for Twin Cities Area

Fog and fine particles have combined to create unhealthy air for at risk populations in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area.

What is Sequestration?: Deadline Looms, Cuts Could Hit Minnesota Education Programs

Minnesota's Congressional delegation has weighed in on the series of cuts that could hit the country March 1. The rollbacks would hit everything from education to senior care, the White House states.

Sen. Terri Bonoff: Language Immersion, Gun Control and Online Courses

"This week’s update provides some detail about new conversations, yet I continue to hear from so many who remain concerned about the budget proposal."

David Hough Beats Out 90 Applicants for Hennepin County Administrator Job

Hough, Hennepin’s deputy county administrator, has been acting county administrator since December.

Support Builds for Gov. Dayton's Quarter-Cent Tax Increase

The Counties Transit Improvement Board voted to support a local sales tax increase for transit funding.

VIDEO: Rep. Selcer Speaks About Budget and Transit

"I have authored legislation that would allow teachers earn continuing education credits for taking classes that would enable them to more easily identify students who show early warning signs of mental health issues."