Zack Stephenson reflects on new role as House DFL leader
For Minnesota House DFL leader Zack Stephenson, his new role brings with it mixed emotions.
Gov. Walz, legislative leaders meet to discuss special session
Gov. Tim Walz told reporters he doesn't yet have a date set for when he would order a special meeting of the Legislature, but the hope is "sooner rather than later."
Minnesota House DFL chooses new leader to replace slain Rep. Hortman
Three months after the loss of their longtime leader Melissa Hortman, who died in a politically motivated attack, Minnesota House Democrats selected state Rep. Zack Stephenson to steer the caucus moving forward.
Mpls. City Council approves motion to sue encampment lot owner
In a 6-4 vote during a closed session on Monday, the Minneapolis City Council approved a motion to take legal action against a commercial parking lot owner who turned his property into an encampment for people experiencing homelessness.
Program helps violence survivors, families navigate trauma
When tragedy struck Annunciation Catholic Church last week, and children were rushed to nearby hospitals, 10 patients landed at HCMC in downtown Minneapolis. A team trained to show up—and show support—was at the ready.
Court dismisses federal lawsuit challenging Minnesota's abortion laws
A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit that sought to nullify Minnesota's laws protecting access to abortion, saying the suit lacked standing.
Surgery set for Annunciation shooting survivor with bullet fragment in neck
A 10-year-old survivor of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church who captured the world's attention following an interview after the attack will undergo surgery on Wednesday after doctors discovered a bullet fragment in his neck, his father said.
Hundreds visit Annunciation Church to pay tribute to victims of shooting
What started with a few flowers has blossomed into dozens of bouquets, notes, books, candles and more outside Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, two days after a mass shooting changed the community forever.
Gov. Tim Walz weighs calling special session on guns
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is making calls to lawmakers in an effort to push for a special session on gun control this fall, according to a senior administrative official familiar with the matter.
Minneapolis Catholic school shooting survivor says friend saved his life
"My friend Victor like, saved me though. Because he laid on top of me. But he got hit," said fifth grade student Weston Halsne. "I was super scared for him. But I think now he's OK."
Minneapolis mayor looking into legal action against a homeless encampment landlord
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called a special meeting of the city council for Wednesday afternoon to discuss potential legal action against a property owner who is authorizing a homeless encampment on his property.
Sen. John Hoffman addresses Democrats 2 months after shooting attacks
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman, who was shot nine times in his home in a politically motivated attack earlier this summer, told his fellow Democrats to choose "governance over grievance" and implored all Americans to reject political violence in his first public appearance since the tragedy.
Fateh, Frey address DFL's revocation of endorsement for Minneapolis mayor
The Minnesota DFL's move to revoke the endorsement of Minnesota state Sen. Omar Fateh by the local Minneapolis party unit for the city's mayoral race has sparked backlash.
Thousands flock to Great Minnesota Get-Together on first day of State Fair
When the gates opened at 7 a.m. Thursday, it was off to the races for dozens who waited to be among the first to experience the Minnesota State Fair.
Capitol security committee holds 1st meeting since lawmaker shootings
A special Capitol security panel convened Wednesday for the first time since the deadly attacks on Minnesota lawmakers and their families sent shock waves around the state.