Bill would define Hmong soldiers during Laos "Secret War" as veterans
Changing state law to define them as veterans would unlock state veterans benefits like the Minnesota GI bill or access to the state's veterans homes.
GOP files ethics complaint against Minnesota Senate president
Minnesota Senate President Bobby Joe Champion said he would temporarily step down as chair of the chamber's ethics committee in the wake of concerns that he did not disclose a conflict of interest.
Researchers find metals in tampons; Minnesota lawmakers respond
A proposed bill in the Minnesota Legislature seeks to limit sales of tampons with lead and arsenic in them.
Walz tells state agencies to plan for federal grants cuts
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz told his state agencies to plan for any federal funds they receive to get cut as the Trump administration aims to slash spending and Congress looks at significant reductions.
State budget talks begin as Minnesota stares down future deficit
No matter what the final details of Minnesota's next state budget look like, there will most certainly be spending cuts.
Bill would scale back Minnesota's universal free school meals program
A proposal in the Minnesota Legislature would implement new income caps to determine eligibility for the universal meals program, which provides free school breakfast and lunch for all students regardless of their families' incomes.
Prosecutor urging for stricter penalties to protect kids from fentanyl
A recent case of a child being exposed to fentanyl in northern Minnesota is fueling a push for change at the State Capitol.
Lawmakers mull increased tax for electric vehicles
Minnesota lawmakers are considering increasing fees or levying a new charging tax for electric vehicles in an effort to shore up funding for road and bridge repairs.
State workers must be in office at least 50% of workdays, Walz says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
Minnesota lawmakers considering low-cost car insurance program
A proposal in the Minnesota Legislature would create a special car insurance program for low-income drivers who can't afford coverage, which they're required to have to get behind the wheel.
Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
Minnesota bill targets cash incentives to sign election petitions
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
Candidates announce campaigns for Eichorn's vacant Minn. Senate seat
After a Minnesota state senator resigned over accusations he sought sex from a minor, candidates are announcing their intentions to run for his vacant seat.
St. Paul, Wild seek nearly $400M from state to create new arena complex
The arena—home to the Minnesota Wild and host to several concerts and other events—is 25 years old.
GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn resigns after federal charge
State Sen. Justin Eichorn submitted his letter of resignation on Thursday, GOP Leader Mark Johnson said in a statement, following a federal criminal charge accusing him of soliciting sex from someone he thought was 17, but turned out to be an undercover cop.