National parties focus on normally blue Minnesota as election nears

The heads of both national parties campaigned in dueling rallies at the state Capitol on Friday as Republicans seek to make inroads in normally blue Minnesota while Democrats try to keep their hold on statewide races.

National parties focus on normally blue Minnesota as election nears
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The heads of both national parties campaigned in dueling rallies at the state Capitol on Friday as Republicans seek to make inroads in normally blue Minnesota while Democrats try to keep their hold on statewide races.

Walz, Jensen have different campaign strategies in final days

Democratic Gov. Tim Walz and Republican challenger Scott Jensen both said Thursday that they would accept the results of next week's election as their final get-out-the-vote efforts come into focus.

Twitter's blue check: A history of the platform's verification system

The story of Twitter's blue checkmarks — a simple verification system that's come to be viewed as an elite status symbol — began with some high-profile impersonations, just as the site began taking off in 2008 and '09.

Biden urges voters to save American democracy from lies and violence

Six days before major midterm elections, President Joe Biden is imploring voters to save American democracy from Trump supporters' election-denying lies and the violence he says they have inspired.

Trump lawyers saw Justice Thomas as 'key' to fighting 2020 election

The emails from December 2020 show the lawyers discussing ways to delay the certification of results in Georgia, a closely contested state won by Democrat Joe Biden.

Big takeaways from Minnesota campaign finance reports

The rematch between Democratic U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Republican Tyler Kistner in Minnesota's second congressional district is now the most expensive congressional contest in state history.

St. Paul Police chief: Axel Henry is mayor's pick to lead department
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St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter revealed Commander Axel Henry is his choice to lead the St. Paul Police Department as the next chief. Henry, who is part of the narcotics, financial intelligence, and human trafficking division, started with the St. Paul Police Department in 1998.

Chief Justice Roberts delays handover of Trump tax returns to House panel

The House Ways and Means panel first requested Donald Trump’s tax returns in 2019 as part of a probe into the Internal Revenue Service’s audit program and tax law compliance by the former president.

St. Paul Mayor Carter nominates Axel Henry as next police chief: RAW
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St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter revealed Commander Axel Henry is his choice to lead the St. Paul Police Department as the next chief. Henry, who is part of the narcotics, financial intelligence, and human trafficking division, started with the St. Paul Police Department in 1998.

Phillies fan First Lady Jill Biden to attend World Series Game 4 in Philadelphia

First lady Jill Biden is heading to the World Series this week in her hometown of Philadelphia as her team, the Phillies, battles the Houston Astros.

Scott Jensen's closing argument: Minnesota policies can be like Iowa

Republican governor candidate Scott Jensen brought Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds to the Twin Cities on Monday, making his closing argument that Minnesota has a chance to enact conservative policies if voters here elect a GOP governor for the first time since 2006.

Scott Jensen's closing argument: Minnesota policies can be like Iowa
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Republican governor candidate Scott Jensen brought Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds to the Twin Cities on Monday, making his closing argument that Minnesota has a chance to enact conservative policies if voters here elect a GOP governor for the first time since 2006.

Mayor Frey: Data shows Operation Endeavor is working

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says a new initiative to combat violence and crime in the city is showing results in its first month.

Operation Endeavor: Minneapolis officials provide update on first month of program
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The City of Minneapolis? Office of Community Safety has worked with local, state, and federal partners to establish a new plan for reducing criminal activity in the city. On Monday, October 31, officials released their first public report detailing Operation Endeavor's first 28 days.

Trump Organization faces criminal tax fraud trial over perks

The Trump Organization is on trial this week for criminal tax fraud — on the hook for what prosecutors say was a 15-year scheme by top officials to hide perks.

Advocates for homeless hold supply drive outside Minneapolis mayor's home

A group of advocates for the homeless held a supply drive on Sunday to collect items needed for those without a home, setting up shop outside of what they believe is the home of Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

Minnesota governor's race: Walz, Jensen intensify attacks, name calling in last debate

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and challenger Scott Jensen gave voters one last head-to-head contrast Friday during a debate that seemed like a speed-talking competition to see who could lob the most attacks.

Minnesota governor's race: Walz, Jensen intensify attacks, name calling in last debate
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and challenger Scott Jensen gave voters one last head-to-head contrast Friday during a debate that seemed like a speed talking competition to see who could lob the most attacks.

Walz-Jensen debate: How to watch Minnesota governor candidates on Friday

Gov. Tim Walz and challenger Scott Jensen will square off in a debate Friday afternoon, marking the second general election gubernatorial debate between the two candidates.