Roadside drug test pilot program is seeing high participation so far, state officials say
Public safety officials overseeing a new pilot project studying roadside saliva drug tests say they are pleased with participation in the voluntary program.
As Uber and Lyft threaten to leave Minneapolis, state lawmakers are working on solution with statewide rideshare rules
At the state capitol, Democrats are backing a bill that would set rideshare rules, including minimum pay of $1.39 per mile and $0.49 per minute, according to the Senate DFL plan.
Minnesota lawmakers mull basic income pilot program sending $500 monthly payments to low-income families
Minnesota Democrats are considering launching a basic income pilot program that would send $500 monthly payments to low-income families — no strings attached.
Pharmacists warn of more local drugstore closures if legislature doesn't increase reimbursement rates for care
Thirteen pharmacies — independent and retail chains — closed in Minnesota last year, according to data provided by the Minnesota Pharmacy Association.
Gov. Tim Walz: Replacement app before Uber and Lyft leave Minneapolis is "magical thinking," wants solution so companies stay
Gov. Tim Walz on Monday reiterated he wants to find a compromise to increase rideshare driver pay but keep Uber and Lyft operating in the Twin Cities, after the companies said they would exit Minneapolis due to its city ordinance.
Minnesota lawmakers propose stiffer penalties for "swatting"
Bill would raise the penalty to a felony for 'swatting' elected officials, law enforcement.
New student loan "advocate" will help educate, resolve disputes for borrowers
A new role within the state's commerce department is focused solely on providing help to student loan borrowers, as Minnesotans with debt from their higher education have started repayment after a years-long pause.
Minnesota would tweak cannabis business licensing process under bill at capitol
Rep. Zack Stephenson, DFL-Coon Rapids, the lead author on the bill legalizing cannabis, introduced a catch-all bill Wednesday with changes to the current law that includes several provisions brought forward at the capitol this year.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz highlights DFL "trifecta" achievements, draws contrast with other states
In his roughly 25-minute speech, he highlighted key DFL priorities that cleared the capitol last year — free school meals for all kids, carbon-free energy benchmarks, record education funding and paid leave — and called on lawmakers to do more this session, specifically on gun control.
Proposal would double the number of plants medical cannabis patients can grow at home
Minnesota medical cannabis patients would be able to grow up to 16 plants at home under a bill in the state legislature — double the amount allowed for adults under the new law legalizing marijuana for recreational use.
Business licensing proposal supported by new state cannabis office sparks debate
Regulators and industry members clash over business licensing proposal backed by new state cannabis office
In wake of Burnsville shooting, Minnesota Legislature discusses increasing penalties for straw gun purchases
It's illegal to purchase a gun for someone else who is not allowed to have one, known as a straw purchase. But state lawmakers say Minnesota's laws aren't strong enough to enforce, and penalties should increase.
Minn. House Republicans wanted to loosen restrictions on how to spend $300 million public safety aid
Rep. Jeff Witte, R-Lakeville, in a committee on Tuesday tried and failed to amend a bill requiring reports on how local governments use that aid to include that change.
Bill would increase Minnesota minimum wage to $15 this summer and $20 by 2028
Minnesota's minimum wage statewide would bump to $15 an hour starting this summer and increase each year until it reaches $20 under a plan that advanced in the state Senate on Tuesday.
Minnesota House GOP to pitch rideshare bill as Minneapolis exodus looms
Rep. Elliott Engen of White Bear Lake is introducing a bill that would essentially override Minneapolis' ordinance and prevent any city or municipality from setting their own rules for rideshare driver pay.