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In exclusive Newsweek interviews, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig each argue why they should be Minnesota's senator.
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is endorsing Rep.
Senator Alice Mann of Edina has announced she will not seek reelection, impacting healthcare and worker's rights laws.
In St. Cloud, a heated State Senate race is brewing as Bernie Perryman challenges incumbent Aric Putnam, signaling big changes and more open seats in the local political landscape.
Two state senators have announced their time in the Minnesota Legislature will come to a close next year. Republican Sen. Rich Draheim of Madison Lake said he will not seek reelection in 2026, while Democratic Sen. Steve Cwodzinski of Eden Prairie will retire.
A new home for a Slayton child care center, and updated water lines in the city of Edgerton, are among the projects seeking bonding dollars from the Minnesota Legislature. Ashley Haken, a board member of Wonder World Preschool in Slayton,
Minnesota’s latest budget forecast, released Thursday, will shape 2026 legislative priorities as lawmakers face economic uncertainty, potential deficits, and calls for bipartisan fiscal restraint.
Republican Minnesota senator calls judge 'true extremist' after she overturned $7.2 million Medicaid fraud conviction, sparking political debate.