Walz Orders 'Pause' On In-Person Gatherings, Restaurant, Sports

The governor said the growing pressure on Minnesota's hospitals from the latest coronavirus surge "is simply not sustainable."

Walz Will Close Bars, Restaurants Amid Coronavirus Surge: Report

Bars, restaurants, and gyms will be reportedly be closed, and youth sports will be stopped.

MN Gov. Tim Walz To Announce Coronavirus Restrictions: Livestream

The governor's office has ramped up warnings about the virus, noting that cases have "skyrocketed" in Minnesota and across the Midwest.

Coronavirus Spread In Minneapolis: See Your Risk Of Exposure

A new tool assesses the risk of gathering with others in Minneapolis or elsewhere.

MDH: Don't Gather With Other Households For Thanksgiving

Residents are encouraged to celebrate only with members of their immediate household and visit with other loved ones virtually.

MN Gov. Tim Walz: More Coronavirus Restrictions Are Coming

Gov. Tim Walz and Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm ​advised against getting together with different households for Thanksgiving.

The 2021 Elections Will Be Important For Minneapolis

Voters in Minneapolis may use the election as a way to penalize — or reward — the incumbents who oversaw a tumultuous 2020 in the city.

DFL Chair: GOP COVID-19 'Cover Up' Is 'Failure' Of Human Decency

Minnesota DFL Chairman Ken Martin says Senate Republicans should apologize for how they handled the COVID-19 outbreak in their party.

Minnesota Weather: Light Snow Monday Before Warm-Up This Week

Here is this week's forecast for the Twin Cities metro.

Paul Gazelka Called On To Resign As MN Senate Majority Leader

DFL Senate leader Susan Kent said the Republican leader has "failed" to keep members and staff of the Minnesota Senate "safe."

Election Results Fair And Accurate, MN Patch Reader Survey Says

Most who responded to Patch's survey believe both state and national election results are fair, but there are strong opinions on both sides.

Dems Kept In Dark After MN Senate Republicans Got COVID: Report

Minnesota Republicans did not tell people across the aisle about their positive COVID-19 tests, according to a report Sunday.

Minneapolis City Council Votes To Bring In More Police Officers

The move to bring in more cops to help the Minneapolis Police Department barely passed Friday, with six of the 13 members voting "no."

MN Gov. Walz Explains Decision To Extend Emergency Powers

Republicans recently needled the governor by calling him "Supreme Leader Walz."

Minnesota Reports Record-Breaking 56 Coronavirus Deaths Wednesday

"Minnesota is in a dangerous phase of the pandemic with a dramatic jump in new cases," according to Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm.

Patch Survey: How Did 2020 Voting Go For You In Minnesota?

Patch wants to know about your experience voting this year and how you think it went overall.

MN Republicans Needle Governor, Call Him 'Supreme Leader Walz'

Republicans say the Minnesota governor is abusing his authority.

MN Gov. Walz Announces New Coronavirus Restrictions: List

Bars and restaurants will have to close earlier under the new rules related to stopping the coronavirus.

Gov. Walz To Announce New Coronavirus Restrictions: Livestream

Gov. Tim Walz's address will come as families across Minnesota discuss their plans and travel for Thanksgiving gatherings.

Coronavirus: Gov. Tim Walz To Announce New Measures Tuesday

The announcement will come as the state sees a spike in COVID-19 virus cases and deaths.

Minnesota's 2020 Election Results Maps Released

Here are six maps that explain the 2020 election outcomes in Minnesota.

Was Your Absentee Ballot Counted In Minnesota? Find Out

If you voted by mail in Minnesota, there's an easy way to see when it arrived and if it has been counted yet.

Minnesota Weather: Cold Returns, Chance For Snow Next Week

The unseasonably warm weather will end next week.

Minnesota Congressional Delegation Gets More Red By 1 Seat

Minnesota will be represented by four Republicans and four Democrats in the U.S. House.

MN Election Recap: Republicans, Democrats Score Wins

Minnesota was a mixed bag on Election Day, but the state's "blue" streak continues for presidential elections.

How Long Will Vote Counting Take In Minnesota: Presidential Race

Polls have closed in Minnesota and the country is waiting to see who wins the state crucial to winning the presidency.

Joe Biden Is Projected Winner Of MN Over Trump: Election Results

During the 2020 campaign, President Donald Trump tried desperately to win over Minnesota's voters.

Sen. Tina Smith Projected Winner In Minnesota Over Jason Lewis

Sen. Tina Smith is projected to win her bid for reelection, defeating Republican challenger Jason Lewis.

Minneapolis Voters: What Was Your Experience Like At The Polls?

Did you encounter long lines or significant wait times? Or were you in and out in a matter of minutes? Let us know.

Minnesota Patch Readers Describe Their Feelings On Election Day

Patch readers were asked to use one word to describe how they feel. Here's what they said.

2020 Election: How Many People Have Already Voted In Minnesota

Minnesota has historically had the highest voter turnout in the nation during each presidential election.

Was Your Ballot Counted In Minnesota? Here's How To Check

If you voted by mail in Minnesota, there's an easy way to see when it arrived and if it has been counted yet.

Voting Under Way In Minneapolis: Everything To Know

Polls opened at 7 a.m. in Minnesota. Here's what you need to know to cast your ballot on Election Day.

Don't Be Alarmed If MN Election Results Aren't In Tuesday Night

Due to record-levels of mail-in and early voting in Minnesota this year, tallying election results will take longer than usual. That's OK.

Election Day In Minnesota

By Monday, 1,716,575​ ballots had been accepted in Minnesota, smashing previous early voting records in the state.

Election Day In Minneapolis: Where, How To Vote

Election Day is Nov. 3, 2020. Here's what you need to know to vote in-person in Minnesota.

Video Altered To Make It Look Like Biden Greeted Wrong State

The video that was shared had been altered to change the text on a sign and the podium to refer to Tampa, Florida, instead of Minnesota.

These Twin Cities Metro Schools Had Recent Coronavirus Outbreaks

The Minnesota Department of Health is now publishing information related to coronavirus outbreaks in schools.

Former Vikings Quarterback Backs Donald Trump

"In this election, we have freedom of choice, which all should respect," the NFL Hall of Fame quarterback noted.

Minnesota Won't Seek Stay Over Federal Mail-In Ballot Case

An Eighth Circuit panel ruled Thursday evening that election officials must "segregate" Minnesota ballots received after Election Day.