Minnesota Nursing Home Workers Will Have To Wait For Raises Because State Dropped Ball On Paperwork

Unprecedented minimum wages for thousands of workers in Minnesota nursing homes had been set to go into effect Jan. 1.

Fair Media Council Launches National Survey on News and Democracy

Residents invited to weigh in on how news shapes democracy today. Respond by Jan. 31.

Lisa Demuth Picks Attorney Ryan Wilson As Running Mate For 2026 Gubernatorial Race

Demuth announced her choice during a news conference on Monday afternoon.

MN Senate District 29 Election: Live Results For Holmstrom Vs. McNutt

Unofficial results showed Republican Michael Holmstrom Jr. leading Democrat Louis McNutt in the race to fill the vacant Senate seat.

2025 Minnesota Senate District 29 Special Election Guide

Voters in Wright, Meeker, and Hennepin counties will choose between Louis McNutt and Michael Holmstrom Jr. to fill the vacant District 29.

Gov. Walz To Join Farmers To Talk On Impact Of Tariffs On Minnesota Soybean Farmers

Minnesota is home to 26,000 soybean farmers, and 60% of their crop is sent overseas.

Minnesota improves its fiscal health

The state ends 2024 with a $15.6 billion surplus

Sen. Amy Klobuchar Calls It "Appalling" That Trump Accused FBI Of Putting Agents In Crowd On Jan. 6

"They were brought in because we needed help," Klobuchar said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."

Hennepin County Ends Practice Of Non-Public Safety Traffic Stops: "I Believe It Can Save Lives"

The largest county in Minnesota will no longer prosecute most felony cases that come from low-level traffic stops.

Could A Homeless Encampment Response From 2018 Work Now?

In the coldest month of 2018, a massive encampment with children in tents shocked the system.

Teachers And Schools Can Lead In Responding To The Gun Violence Epidemic

Two mass shootings in two days have left the Twin Cities reeling from horrific acts of violence, wondering how we can protect our children.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Confirms He Intends To Call Special Session On Guns After Annunciation Shooting

A senior administrative official told WCCO last week Walz was considering a special session on gun control as early as this month.

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit That Sought To Stop Minnesota's PFAS Ban

A judge has thrown out a cookware industry lawsuit trying to stop Minnesota's ban on forever chemicals.

Trump Vows To End Mail-In Ballots: What MN Voters Need To Know

More than 1.2 million Minnesotans voted by mail in 2024.

What Policies Would State Sen. Omar Fateh Support If Elected Minneapolis Mayor?

Early voting in local municipal and school board elections around the state begins Aug. 25. That includes the mayor's race in Minneapolis.

Sen. Tina Smith Hospitalized For Observation After Feeling Ill At U.S. Capitol

"She expects to be back at work very soon," her staff said in a statement.

How MN Senators Voted On $9B Bill Cutting Public Broadcasting, Foreign Aid

If the U.S. House passes the bill, it would go to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature.

Minnesota Sen. Nicole Mitchell's Home Burglary Trial Set To Start Monday

Sen. Nicole Mitchell is facing charges of felony first-degree burglary and possession of burglary or theft tools for an alleged break-in.

Minnesota earns 84/100 in financial transparency, ranking 9 among 50 states

New report from Truth in Accounting reveals Minnesota’s strengths and weaknesses in fiscal reporting

Fact Check: Gov. Walz's Appointment Of Minnesota Shooting Suspect To Advisory Board

A memorial for Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband was set up outside the Capitol in St. Paul on June 15, 2025.

Minnesota Policy Change Takes Effect As Many State Employees Begin Working In-Office 50% Of The Time

The change went into effect on June 1, according to Julie Nelson, communications director with the Minnesota Department of Administration.

Special Session Headed For After Memorial Day Weekend As Minnesota Lawmakers Continue To Work Through Unresolved Budget Bills

Gov. Tim Walz won't officially call the special session until everything is wrapped up, but now it will be next week at the earliest.

WCCO Investigates What Happened After A Petition Was Filed Using Minnesota's Red Flag Law

"Looking at the data, you know, I see that it's being effective, right? It's giving a stop measure for these moments," Rep. Ethan Cha said.

Minneapolis Police Hire Civilian Bureau Chiefs To Lead Internal Affairs, Constitutional Policing Efforts

O'Hara said he had personally recruited Famodu and Martin, mirroring moves in large cities such as Los Angeles and Philadelphia.

'Gulf Of America' Vote Passes: See How Your MN Rep. Voted

U.S. House Republicans are looking to show their support, though it is unclear whether the Senate will go along.

Budget Talks Stall In Minnesota Over Health Care For Undocumented Residents And School Worker Benefits

Budget talks between legislative leaders and the governor continued on Monday at the State Capitol.

Walz Pledges To Protect MN From 'Chaos' He Says Trump Unleashed

Gov. Tim Walz delivered his annual State of the State speech Wednesday to a joint session of the Legislature.

How To Watch: Gov. Tim Walz's 2025 State Of The State Will Address Federal Woes, Minnesota's Way Forward

Wednesday night at the State Capitol, DFL Gov. Tim Walz will speak to state lawmakers and Minnesotans in his State of the State address.

Attorney Believes Student Visa For Man Living In Minnesota May Have Been Revoked Due To His Political Views

ICE agents detained 33-year-old Aditya Harsono in Marshall, Minnesota, just days after his student visa was abruptly revoked.

Minnesota Prosecutor Urges Lawmakers To Impose Stricter Penalties For Exposing Children To Fentanyl

"I try to separate how I feel from my job. But it was something that kind of shocked the conscience," Mesa said in a recent interview.

Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside And Elliot Park Neighborhoods Not Covered Under New Contracts With Violence Interrupters

A local violence intervention group is on the brink of losing its contract with the city of Minneapolis.

Minnesota Lawmakers Considering Low-Cost Car Insurance Program

The program would be funded by a ten-cent surcharge on other auto insurance policies in the state.

"No Viable Path" For Trash Collection After St. Paul Council Blocks Site Plans

Carter says the city is "in crisis" after the city council unanimously voted to block plans for FCC Environmental's dispatch center.

Minnesota Professor Says Trump's Plan To Invoke Alien Enemies Act Of 1798 "Sidesteps" Immigration Laws

Since the U.S. is not at war, it would have to be determined that a country is either carrying out or threatening an invasion.

David Gottfried Wins District 40B Special Election, Minnesota House Now Tied

"As a proud Minnesotan, I'm honored to congratulate David Gottfried on his crucial special election victory," DFL Chair Ken Martin said.

Study Shows The Consequences Of Budget Cuts To SNAP In Minnesota

The CEO of Second Harvest Heartland, Allison O'Toole, says she fears the impact of SNAP cuts during the budget talks in Washington.

Minnesota Senate Republicans Seek Apology From Gov. Tim Walz Over Nazi Comment That He Says Wasn't Targeting GOP

Walz said the Republicans should "be better" and shift their attention to what's happening in Washington.

Sen. Smith Warns Rural Minnesota Hospitals, Hennepin Healthcare "Cannot Exist" Without Medicaid

In a virtual press conference on Thursday morning, Smith said cuts would impact both Greater Minnesota residents and in the Twin Cities.

House Passes Budget Plan That Could Cut Medicaid: How MN Reps Voted

The Minnesota delegation in the U.S. House split on a GOP budget blueprint Tuesday evening that calls for deep spending cuts.

City Of Minneapolis Unveils New Plan For Former Kmart Site On Nicollet

The plan incorporates housing, including apartments, townhomes, and retail businesses like a grocery store.