Political News

Republican Businessman To Run For Minn. Governor

A Minnesota businessman says he's running for governor as a Republican.   Read More

ND Voters To Decide Future Of Higher Ed. Board

North Dakota’s House voted Tuesday to put a constitutional amendment on the ballot to abolish the board and the chancellor’s office.   Read More

Minn. Senate Tax Plan Coming Due

A third piece of the Minnesota Legislature's income tax puzzle is falling into place.   Read More

Minn. House Votes To Drug Test Themselves

Minnesota House members have voted to give themselves drug tests in order to be eligible for their pay and benefits.   Read More

Minn. House Backs Abortion Clinic Licensing, Fee

The Minnesota House has voted to require clinics that perform abortions to pay new yearly license fees and undergo special inspections.   Read More

Adjournment Looms For North Dakota Legislature

North Dakota's legislature is beginning to feel the crush of deadline.  Read More

ND Lawmakers Move Toward Session Deadline

North Dakota's legislature opened its session in January with more than 900 bills and resolutions  Read More

Minn. Vets Groups Make Case For Construction Money

Minnesota veterans groups are exerting pressure on state lawmakers to come through with money for a proposed facility for veterans needing intensive care.   Read More

Complaints Dismissed Against Ex-Minn. GOP Chair

The long-running turmoil over how the Minnesota Republican Party paid for a recount in the 2010 governor's race may finally be over.   Read More

Pay Raises For Minn. Lawmakers Barely Clear Senate

Pay raises for Minnesota lawmakers have the green light from the state Senate after a narrow 34-32 vote.   Read More