Minnesota's primary is Tuesday. Here's what you need to know

Minnesota election officials have been scrambling for weeks to hold Tuesday's primary election in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.

Voting amid a pandemic: Why this year's MN primary results may take longer than usual
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As thousands of voters head to the polls tomorrow (and many others sit at home after sending their absentee ballot), prepare for a long election night. Secretary of State Steve Simon joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about voting during a pandemic and why getting the results may take longer than usual.

Rallies at the capitol recognize frontline workers, urge black voters to make voices heard

It was a busy afternoon at the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday as the steps became host to a number of different rallies, each focused on pandemic heroes to urging people to vote.

Republicans wage primary fight seeking Collin Peterson's seat

Republicans view U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson's seat in western Minnesota as one of their best pickup opportunities nationwide, but their candidates have waged a bitter battle against each other ahead of Tuesday's primary.

Minneapolis drive-thru ballot drop-off: Time, location, what to bring

It is a record year for early voting in Minnesota and, in Minneapolis, you don’t even need to get out of your car to cast your ballot.

Omar, Melton-Meaux spar over campaign finance issue as race appears to tighten

Antone Melton-Meaux, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar's Democratic primary challenger, fought back Wednesday after coming under a last-minute attack from the Minnesota DFL over his campaign finances.

Omar, challengers battle in debate ahead of Aug. 11 primary

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and two Democratic primary challengers battled over contrasting styles and campaign finance controversies in their first -- and probably only -- debate ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.

Minnesota Secretary of State urging voters to apply for mail-in absentee ballots
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Amid the pandemic, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon is encouraging voters to apply for mail-in absentee ballots. Secretary Simon joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about health concerns for this year's elections and how to sign up for a mail-in ballot.

"The election must go on" - Minnesota considering updates to 2020 voting process amid pandemic
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Secretary of State Steve Simon says the 2020 statewide election must go on, but it may look different than what we're used to. The Secretary joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about the options being discussed to protect voters come this November.

Influence, money, delegates: Here’s what’s so super about Super Tuesday

Super Tuesday falls on March 3 this time around and nearly 70% of delegates required to clinch the Democratic nomination are up for grabs.

Resolution passes, opening doors for tap rooms in Bloomington, Minn.

Residents in Bloomington, Minnesota may soon see tap rooms and cocktail rooms pop up across the city thanks to a resolution that passed by voters Tuesday. 

Election results: School district funding ballot items

Multiple school districts across Minnesota have referendums on the ballot this election for different projects. FOX 9 is tracking the election results as they are coming in.

New center in Minneapolis puts all city elections services in one spot for first time

When it comes to running elections in a city as big as Minneapolis, you have to be organized -- and that’s a lot easier to do when you’re in one spot. Friday, we got a look at a brand new facility where the city has brought in its elections equipment.

Election results for Hennepin County Sheriff to be certified Tuesday
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Unofficial results show challenger Dave "Hutch" Hutchinson leading incumbent Rich Stanek by 2,340 votes--too large a margin to trigger a publicly-funded recount. The results will become official during a Hennepin County Canvassing Board meeting Tuesday.

Some tight Minnesota districts must now ask: How close is 'too close to call?'
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In close races, recounts are sometimes necessary, which could be the case for a few Minnesota races, including one that was decided by just eight votes.?