Minnesota Democrats pledge recreational marijuana will become legal in 2023
House Democrats introduced a bill Thursday morning that would allow 21-year-olds to buy, sell and use marijuana.
Minnesota Dems, newly empowered, pledge to move fast on agenda items
Democratic leaders pledged Wednesday to use their new control of the state Legislature to improve the economic security of residents and to quickly enact protections for abortion rights.
Minnesota legislature begins 2023 session with DFL trifecta
The Minnesota Legislature will begin the 2023 session Tuesday with a record surplus and single party control for the first time in a decade.
Minnesota Legislature to begin session with record surplus, total DFL control
The Minnesota Legislature will begin the 2023 session Tuesday with a record surplus and single party control for the first time in a decade.
Minnesotans find winter escapes from arctic air
Minnesotans aren't letting the bitter blast of arctic air keep them from having a good time, finding local places to stay warm and have fun.
As Minnesota lawmakers consider requiring opioid overdose-reversal drugs in schools, Bloomington is leading the way
At Oak Grove Middle School, tucked inside the cabinet storing the automated external defibrillator for emergencies is another life-saving tool: naloxone, which can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
New House committee to focus on climate resilient, sustainable infrastructure
As Minnesotans dig out of the snow, state leaders are ready to dig into tackling climate change and how it impacts our lives.
Minnesota House committee approves plans for $500M renovation for the State Office Building
A Minnesota House committee on Wednesday approved plans for a nearly $500 million renovation to the State Office Building that faces ailing infrastructure, accessibility issues and security vulnerabilities that pose a safety risk.
University of Minnesota to add new undergraduate program to address public health workforce woes
The pandemic has put pressure on public health and the U.S. doesn't have enough workers to fill those jobs, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota.
Community rallies to support Chisago Co. Sheriff's deputy after loss of K-9 partner, 2 other dogs in fire
A community northeast of the Twin Cities is rallying in support of a local law enforcement officer who lost everything in a house fire that killed his K-9 partner and two other family dogs.
Minnesota House panel to vote on remodel of State Office Building
Especially in light of the Jan. 6 insurrection, safety and security is top of mind. On Monday, Minnesota leaders discussed the vulnerabilities around the State Capitol grounds.
Investigation: Sheriff Hutchinson engaged in racist, sexist and bullying behavior in workplace
An investigation into Hennepin County Sheriff David Hutchinson found he engaged in racist, sexist, retaliatory and bullying behavior in the workplace for over two years.
Some in Minnesota want COVID policy of free lunch meals for all to be permanent
There's no such thing as a free lunch. But some Minnesota lawmakers and advocates say there should be for every student in school.
With Minnesota in for a wintry mix the next few days, here's how to prepare
Minnesota is likely to see a mix of rain, snow and ice across the state the next few days, the NEXT Weather team predicts.
Minnesota officials forecast a $17.6 billion budget surplus
State officials are calling it the largest projected balance in the history of the state.