MN Faces $3.1B Medicaid Hit Under Trump Plan, Care For Kids, Rural Patients At Risk

State officials say funding delays could disrupt care for 35,000 children and strain hospitals and clinics across Minnesota.

Minnesota Moves To Let Seniors Drink Alcohol In Nursing Homes

A bipartisan bill would allow alcohol in nursing homes and assisted living, with restrictions and no sales.

Mass Layoffs Hit MN Company | Man Shot After Grabbing Officer’s Gun: BCA | When ‘Nature Calls’: MN News

Anthony Edwards still scored 17 after a brief delay, as a shooting, layoffs, and a reopened murder case made headlines across Minnesota.

DOJ Sues Minnesota Over Transgender Athlete Policies In School Sports

The lawsuit targets state education officials and the Minnesota State High School League over alleged Title IX violations.

Springsteen, Sanders Headline ‘No Kings’ Protest At MN Capitol

Organizers say up to 100,000 people could gather in St. Paul for the flagship event of a nationwide movement.

Walz Signs First 4 Laws Passed In 2026 — One Ends A State Holiday

The bipartisan bills touch on schools, businesses, housing, and one notable change to the state calendar.

Minnesota State Rep. Arrested For DWI In White Bear Lake

The 27-year-old lawmaker from the north metro registered a 0.13 BAC after being pulled over for multiple violations, police said.

MN Senate Unanimously Repeals Cesar Chavez Day After Abuse Allegations

Sen. Sandy Pappas led a 67-0 vote after a report alleged abuse by Cesar Chavez.

Prosecutor Confirmed To Lead New DOJ Division Targeting Fraud In MN, Nationwide

The new division will focus on prosecuting fraud, despite concerns over potential political pressure to target White House opponents.

Bill Could Eliminate Religious, Personal Exemptions For Measles Vaccine In MN

A bill moving through the state Senate is seeking to remove "conscientiously held beliefs" from the list of measles vaccine exemptions.

Bill Legalizing Fireworks In Minnesota Fizzles Out In Committee

The lawmaker sponsoring the bill said he hoped loosening MN laws would keep residents from buying fireworks in neighboring states.

Walz's Plan To Overhaul MN Human Services Would Consolidate, Evaluate

The plan comes in the wake of sweeping fraud allegations.

Dignified Transfer Of MN Soldier Killed In Iran War To Take Place Saturday

Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor was among six U.S. Army Reserve soldiers killed Sunday in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

U.S. Cardinals, Pope’s Ambassador Condemn Mass Deportations During MN Visit

One of the cardinals addressed growing concerns with immigration enforcement while highlighting the need to be peacemakers.

'Too Trusting Mindset' Left MN Vulnerable To Fraud: Reports

Some former human services employees complained about a culture of “compassion over compliance,” KMSP reported.

Walz, MN Lawmakers React To SCOTUS Ruling On Trump's Illegal Tariffs

In a 6-3 vote on Friday, the justices said the president violated federal law by imposing sweeping tariffs worldwide.

Minnesota's Legislature Braces For A Federal Immigration Fight As The Enforcement Surge Winds Down

It's unclear whether any significant changes can pass the closely divided Legislature.

MN Launches Website To Fight Misinformation About Medicaid Fraud Claims

Minnesota officials say the site will "correct misleading information and outright false claims" about Medicaid fraud in the state.

Walz: ‘Days, Not Weeks’ For Possible End To Operation Metro Surge

State officials say conversations with the Trump administration point to a potential drawdown of federal agents in Minnesota.

Trump Admin To Rescind $600M In Grants From MN, 3 Other Democratic-Led States

The cuts target Minnesota and three other Democratic-led states through rescinded CDC public health grants.

Lisa Demuth Leads Minnesota GOP Straw Poll After Caucuses

Early results showed the Minnesota House speaker ahead as Republicans cast preference ballots statewide.

Judge Refuses To Halt ICE Operation In MN As Lawsuit Proceeds

In a lawsuit filed earlier this month, Minnesota officials asked the court to immediately block "Operation Metro Surge" in the state.

MN Corrections Says Feds Are Reporting Phantom Arrests

State officials say DHS falsely described routine ICE custody transfers as new arrests during Operation Metro Surge.

DOJ Serves Grand Jury Subpoenas To MN Governor, AG, Mayor Offices In ICE Probe

Federal prosecutors are seeking records from state and city offices amid a widening investigation into ICE operations.

Minnesota, Twin Cities Sue Federal Government, Claim ICE Surge Is Political Retaliation

Officials say the ICE operation violates constitutional limits on federal power.

Tim Walz Won’t Run Again: 5 Things To Know If Amy Klobuchar Runs For Governor

Tim Walz will stay in office through 2027 as Minnesota weighs an open governor’s race and a possible Amy Klobuchar bid.

Gov. Tim Walz: 'I’ve Decided To Step Out Of The Race' In 2026

The Minnesota governor said he will not seek a third term and will focus on governing through the remainder of his term.

Gov. Tim Walz Expected To Drop Out Of 2026 Minnesota Governor’s Race

Political insider Blois Olson said Tim Walz is expected to announce his decision Monday after meeting with Sen. Amy Klobuchar.

Ellison Says Trump Administration Child Care Funding Freeze 'May Well Be Illegal'

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison accused the Trump administration of basing the funding freeze on a viral video rather than evidence

Social Security Payments To Increase In January: What MN Residents Should Know

Social Security recipients in Minnesota will see a boost in their January deposits as the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment takes effect.

HHS Freezes Minnesota Child Care Funding Amid Fraud Allegations

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has frozen all federal child care payments to the state of Minnesota.

MN DNR, Enbridge Reach Agreement On Moose Lake Aquifer Breach

Enbridge will pay $300,000 in civil penalties and fund $1.2 million in environmental projects.

Minnesota Attorney General Secures $35 Insulin For Residents After Litigation

A settlement guarantees a month's supply of insulin for $35 and free access for eligible low-income residents.

From Taxes To Voting, Major Minnesota Laws Take Effect Jan. 1

Dozens of new laws passed by the 2025 Legislature begin reshaping elections, work rules, taxes, and public services statewide.

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Announces Run For Minnesota Governor

Mike Lindell announced his campaign Thursday as he continues to face major defamation rulings and ongoing lawsuits.

Audits Found Missed Security Checks In Minnesota SNAP System: Report

Federal auditors found that Minnesota failed to complete required SNAP security reviews, KSTP reported.

These Are The 25 Highest-Paid MN State Employees: LIST

State payroll records reveal an unexpected group of workers at the top of Minnesota’s earnings list.

House Votes To End Shutdown: See How MN Delegation Voted

The U.S. House narrowly passed the spending package to reopen the government in a 222-209 vote.

Lawmakers Move To End Shutdown: How MN Senators Voted

Rep. Angie Craig of Minnesota posted that “if people believe this is a ‘deal,’ I have a bridge to sell you.”

Democrats Hold Slim 1-Seat Majority In Minnesota Senate After Special Elections

Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger’s east metro win ensures Democrats keep a 34–33 edge, while the Minnesota House remains tied 67–67.