Anton Lazzaro trial: Prosecutors outline sex trafficking case
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Federal prosecutors laid out the case against Minnesota GOP donor Anton Lazzaro on charges of sex trafficking in Minneapolis during opening statements on Wednesday.

Paid family and medical leave in play at Minnesota Capitol

Supporters of creating a paid family and medical leave system in Minnesota rallied at the state Capitol on Tuesday and lobbied their lawmakers to try to push the plan over the finish line.

New Minnesota budget targets include $3 billion for tax cuts

Democratic legislative leaders and Gov. Tim Walz agreed Tuesday on broad budget targets that add up to nearly $17.9 billion in new spending, including $3 billion for tax cuts, but the details of where the money will go remain to be negotiated.

In Trump case, NY grand jury appears near end of its work

A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump over a hush money payment to a porn star appears poised to complete its work soon as law enforcement officials make preparations for possible unrest in the event of an indictment.

Catalytic converter thefts crackdown: Bill signed into law

A bill that advocates say will make it harder for thieves to sell stolen catalytic converters is now law in Minnesota.

Gov. Walz signs catalytic converter theft bill [RAW]
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday, March 21, signed a bill into law that's aimed at deterring catalytic converter thefts.

Tuesday at the Minnesota Capitol: Support for nurses, paid leave rally
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On Tuesday, March 21, at the Minnesota Capitol, is the push for more support of Minnesota nurses. The Keeping Nurses at the Bedside Act is designed to help solve short-staffing issues, retention and patient care. And around 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Gov. Tim Walz will join supporters in a rally for paid family and medical leave.

Minnesota moving to fortify state status as abortion refuge

Minnesota is moving to fortify its status as a refuge for patients from restrictive states who travel to the state to seek abortions — and to protect providers who serve them.

In Trump probe, NYC grand jury hearing from final witnesses

A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump is hearing from final witnesses as law enforcement officials accelerate security preparations in advance of a possible indictment.

Will Donald Trump take a mugshot if he’s indicted?

Donald Trump's arrest – if it happens – won’t look like a traditional Hollywood-style takedown with handcuffs and a 'perp walk.' Here's how experts say it would likely unfold.

Senator Westrom: I broke 3 ribs in snowmobile crash

A Minnesota state senator hurt in a snowmobile crash last weekend says he suffered three broken ribs in the crash.

Donald Trump calling for protests ahead of potential arrest
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Former president Donald Trump says he?s expected to be arrested on Tuesday and is now calling for his supporters to protest. The announcement comes as a grand jury looks into the supposed financial payments to Stormy Daniels.

Wisconsin Secretary of State Doug La Follette resigns

Wisconsin’s longtime Democratic Secretary of State Doug La Follette abruptly resigned on Friday, saying he was leaving three months into his 11th consecutive term.

Gov. Walz signs free school lunch bill into law

A bill that will provide free school lunches to all students in Minnesota is now law.

Manhattan DA's office 'asked for a meeting' with law enforcement ahead of possible Trump indictment

The meeting is reportedly to "discuss logistics for some time next week, which would mean that they are anticipating an indictment next week," the source familiar with the planning said.

North Dakota abortion ban injunction upheld by state Supreme Court

The North Dakota Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a state abortion ban will remain blocked while a lawsuit over its constitutionality proceeds.