Bill To Fund Fed Govt. Fails In Congress: How MN Could Be Impacted

Democrats and some Republicans rejected House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s last-ditch effort to keep the government open.

Walz Outlines Steps Mitigating Effects Of Fed Shutdown On MN

Gov. Tim Walz and his administration said they putting plans in place in case the federal government shuts down.

MN Weed Boss Resigns After Reports She Sold Illegal Products

A day before she resigned, Gov. Tim Walz praised Erin DuPree​'s skills in following state laws and regulations.

Walz Appoints State’s First Office of Cannabis Management

Erin DuPree is the founder of Loonacy Cannabis in Apple Valley, where she still works as the vice president of sales and operations.

MN Supreme Court Will Hear Argument To Ban Trump From 2024 Ballot

The U.S. Constitution bars Donald Trump from the ballot because of his actions supporting the Jan. 6 attack, the petitioners argue.

Undocumented Immigrants Can Now Apply To Get MN Driver's Licenses

Starting Oct. 1, the state can distribute driver's licenses to people living in the United States illegally.

Constitution Bars Trump From Office, Conservative UST Law Prof Argues

The U.S. Constitution bars Donald Trump from running for president, University of St. Thomas law professor Michael Stokes Paulsen argues.

Don't Confuse Your 'Walz Check' With Junk Mail

Minnesotans who opted to get their "Walz check" in the mail should expect something from Montana, even if it looks like junk mail.

Gov. Walz Appoints First Black Chief Of Minnesota Supreme Court

Justice Natalie Hudson will fill the upcoming vacancy that will be left when Chief Justice Lorie Gildea retires in October.

MN Will Distribute 'Reparations' Under Legal Marijuana Law: Report

"This is a form of reparation,"​ state Sen. Lindsey Port — who authored the cannabis bill — told the Star Tribune.

'Walz Check' Deadline: Friday Is Final Day To Update Payment Info

If you want your state tax rebate, Friday is the last day to change how the government will send it.

5 New MN Laws About To Go Into Effect: List

From cannabis to a new hair discrimination law, these provisions passed by Minnesota's Democratic majority went into effect on Aug. 1.

These New MN Laws Just Went Into Effect: List

From cannabis to free school lunches, these provisions passed by Minnesota's Democratic majority went into effect on July 1.

Walz Signs Bill To Legalize Marijuana In MN Effective This Summer

Under the new law, cannabis will be legal by Aug. 1 to possess, use and grow at home.

Historic $2.6 Billion State Infrastructure Package: See What's In It

Check out the big-ticket items included in the massive infrastructure package approved by state legislators Monday.

Top Prosecutor In Trial Of Cop Who Killed George Floyd Writes Book

"Break the Wheel: Ending the Cycle of Police Violence" will be released Tuesday, two days ahead of the third anniversary of Floyd's death.

The 'Idaho Stop' Was Just Legalized In Minnesota

Minnesota is the 13th state to legalize what is commonly referred to as the "Idaho stop."

Gov. Walz Signs Gun Control Measures Into Law

The bill adds extreme risk protection orders and background check requirements into Minnesota law.

Walz Exempts Mayo Clinic From Union-Backed Nurse Staffing Legislation

The Minnesota Nurse Association denounced Gov. Tim Walz "for siding with corporate bullies over patients and nurses."​

MN Democrats Ban Nasri Warsame From Seeking Party's Endorsement

Party leaders made the "unprecedented​" decision after a brawl broke out during a city council convention in Minneapolis Saturday.

MN Legislature Passes Free College Tuition Program

The "North Star Promise" program covers state college tuition for residents from families making less than $80,000 a year.

Free College Tuition Proposal Gains Steam At Minnesota Legislature

If passed, the state would spend $117 million to start up the "North Star Promise" program in the coming fiscal year.

MN Businesses Rally To Oppose 75 Cent Delivery Tax

The proposed fee would apply to everything from Amazon and Target deliveries to Pizza Hut orders.​​

MN House Narrowly Passes Paid Family Leave Bill

"Minnesota workers deserve time to take care of themselves, bond with a newborn, or care for an ailing family member," said Rep. Liz Olson.

MN Senator Goes Shirtless During Public Zoom Meeting

For a brief moment, Sen. Calvin Bahr is seen shirtless and in front of a Schoolhouse Rock background.

MN Senate Passes Recreational Marijuana Bill By 1 Vote

The Democratically-controlled Senate approved the measure by one vote, 34 to 33, with lawmakers split along party lines.

Speed Safety Camera Bill Stalls In Minnesota Legislature

The city of Minneapolis and the Minnesota Department of Transportation have shown strong interest in using cameras for traffic enforcement.

MN House Passes Legal Marijuana Bill, Senate To Vote Friday

House File 100, which sailed on a 71-59 vote, would legalize recreational marijuana and expunge misdemeanor cannabis cases.

Full MN House To Vote Monday On Recreational Marijuana Bill

If the bill does pass the Minnesota House next week, a vote in the state Senate is expected to follow.

DFL Proposes Significantly Smaller 'Walz Checks'

The checks unveiled Monday are a far cry from what Gov. Tim Walz proposed in late January.​

MN Bill Bans Corporations From Buying Homes To Rent Out

The proposal comes as Minnesota families struggle to find affordable housing in the Twin Cities metro and across the state.

Elon Musk, Others Criticize Lt. Gov. Flanagan's Parenting Advice

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan's comments during a trans rights speech sparked criticism from Elon Musk, Republicans, and others.

MN Supreme Court Ruling Could Mean More Televised Trials

In their ruling released Wednesday, the Minnesota Supreme Court made it easier for criminal trials to be televised.

Twin Cities Archdiocese Welcomes End Of Roe v. Wade

Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda also called for an end to abortion in the state of Minnesota, where it remains legal.

Gun Control After Texas School Massacre: What Minnesota Pols Say

Gov. Tim Walz has called for MN to adopt red flag laws​, which help people remove firearms from family members who might be dangerous.

DFL Demands Apology From GOP Over 'Anti-Semitic' Video

The video "amounts to an accusation that a cabal of Jewish elites are manipulating our elections," DFL Chairman Ken Martin said.

MN Republican Candidate Goes Rogue, Won't Abide By Party's Endorsement

A Republican candidate hoping to unseat Attorney General Keith Ellison will continue his campaign, despite losing the GOP endorsement race.

Gov. Walz, MN Lawmakers Agree On 'Once In A Generation Tax Cut'

Gov. Tim Walz and the leaders of the Minnesota House and Senate agreed on a budget framework, they announced Monday morning.

MN House Passes Bill Legalizing Mobile, In-Person Sports Betting

Under the measure, Minnesota's Native American tribes would oversee sports gambling in the state.

St. Paul Has Better Parks Than Minneapolis: 2022 Report

Minneapolis saw a dip in the rankings, which was caused by positive steps taken by fourth-place Cincinnati and third-place Arlington.