Political News

Daugaard Says He's Leaning Toward Running In 2014

Gov. Dennis Daugaard says he is leaning toward running for a second term in 2014.   Read More

GOP Entrant In Minn. Gov Race Is Political Vet

A Republican rooted in Minnesota politics for a dozen years is the latest to announce a 2014 challenge to Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton.   Read More

ND Wine Industry Getting Research Money From State

North Dakota's grape and wine industry is toasting victories in the state Legislature.   Read More

ND Legislature Finishes Longest Session In History

North Dakota's Legislature ended its longest session ever early Saturday morning after weary lawmakers approved final bills to a record-high state budget.   Read More

Minnesota Gun Control Advocates Disappointed

The Minnesota Gun Violence Prevention Coalition held a small demonstration Friday, two days after House Speaker Paul Thissen decided no gun bills will get votes in the 2013 session.  Read More

State Rep. Changes Stance, To Vote In Favor Of Gay Marriage

Rep. Joe Radinovich of Crosby had been undecided. He says Friday that he's personally supported gay marriage for a decade, but was unsure how to vote because he represents a socially conservative district in the Brainerd area.   Read More

Dalrymple Signs Flood Legislation

Gov. Jack Dalrymple has signed a bill that provides $450 million for the Red River Diversion project.  Read More

80-Day North Dakota Legislature Marks Record

North Dakota's Legislature has marked its longest session in modern state history.   Read More

House DFLer Blasts Speaker For Dropping Gun Bill

The DFL state representative who pushed expanded background checks for Minnesota gun buyers says he's disappointed with his fellow Democrat, House Speaker Paul Thissen, for shelving the bill this year.   Read More

Minn. Lawmaker Pay Plan Rests With Joint Panel

A pay raise plan for Minnesota elected officials is a key point of difference as a House-Senate panel begins negotiations on a state agency budget bill.   Read More