Bill to restore voting rights to felons who served time in Minnesota passes first committee
A bill that would restore voting rights for felons in Minnesota who have served their time advanced through its first committee in the Minnesota Legislature on Tuesday.
A bill that would restore voting rights for felons in Minnesota who have served their time advanced through its first committee in the Minnesota Legislature on Tuesday.
Bill to restore voting rights to felons who served time in Minnesota passes first committee
A bill that would restore voting rights for felons in Minnesota who have served their time advanced through its first committee in the Minnesota Legislature on Tuesday. The "Restore the Vote" bill passed in a 7-6 vote of the Elections Committee along party lines, with all Democrats voting in favor and all Republicans voting against.
A bill that would restore voting rights for felons in Minnesota who have served their time advanced through its first committee in the Minnesota Legislature on Tuesday. The "Restore the Vote" bill passed in a 7-6 vote of the Elections Committee along party lines, with all Democrats voting in favor and all Republicans voting against.
Walz proposes more family tax credits: Here's how much you'd get
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday proposed spending nearly one-third of the state's budget surplus to expand family tax credits and boost public school funding.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday proposed spending nearly one-third of the state's budget surplus to expand family tax credits and boost public school funding.
'It will happen this year': DFL to move ahead with paid leave, new tax
This week, Minnesota Democrats who control the state Legislature will start advancing their proposal that guarantees all workers with paid time off if they or a loved one need medical care.
This week, Minnesota Democrats who control the state Legislature will start advancing their proposal that guarantees all workers with paid time off if they or a loved one need medical care.
Minnesota DFL Chairman on what do expect in 2023 legislative session
The 2023 legislative session is off to a strong start as Gov. Tim Walz signed the first bill of the year providing more than $100 million in tax breaks for individuals and businesses.
The 2023 legislative session is off to a strong start as Gov. Tim Walz signed the first bill of the year providing more than $100 million in tax breaks for individuals and businesses.
FAQ: A $100 million tax bill's done. The next battle: Social Security
On the day Gov. Tim Walz signed a $104 million tax relief package into law -- the first bill lawmakers sent him this year -- the Legislature started debating a tax issue many times bigger: how the state treats Social Security income.
On the day Gov. Tim Walz signed a $104 million tax relief package into law -- the first bill lawmakers sent him this year -- the Legislature started debating a tax issue many times bigger: how the state treats Social Security income.
Trump to hold first public 2024 campaign event
Former President Donald Trump is planning to hold the first public campaign event of his 2024 White House bid in the early-voting state of South Carolina.
Former President Donald Trump is planning to hold the first public campaign event of his 2024 White House bid in the early-voting state of South Carolina.
House GOP push anti-abortion measures after gaining majority
Republicans approved two abortion measures Wednesday, making clear they want to go further after the Supreme Court overruled the federal right to an abortion last year.
Republicans approved two abortion measures Wednesday, making clear they want to go further after the Supreme Court overruled the federal right to an abortion last year.
Legal marijuana clears first Minnesota House committee
Supporters of marijuana legalization got their bill through a Minnesota House committee Wednesday, with a maze of required votes ahead before the measure can become law.
Supporters of marijuana legalization got their bill through a Minnesota House committee Wednesday, with a maze of required votes ahead before the measure can become law.
New Arden Hills city councilmembers faceoff with mayor in power struggle
One resident accused the group of three newly-elected councilmembers of orchestrating a coup to strip Arden Hills Mayor David Grant of his powers, as the group is determined to push ahead with development at the former TCAAP site.
One resident accused the group of three newly-elected councilmembers of orchestrating a coup to strip Arden Hills Mayor David Grant of his powers, as the group is determined to push ahead with development at the former TCAAP site.
DFL 'driver's licenses for all' plan draws support from business, law enforcement
Democrats advanced a proposal to make people who are in Minnesota without legal status eligible for a driver's license Tuesday after winning the support from business groups and at least two law enforcement officials.
Democrats advanced a proposal to make people who are in Minnesota without legal status eligible for a driver's license Tuesday after winning the support from business groups and at least two law enforcement officials.
DFL 'driver's licenses for all' plan draws support from business, law enforcement
Democrats advanced a proposal to make people who are in Minnesota without legal status eligible for a driver's license Tuesday after winning the support from business groups and at least two law enforcement officials.
Democrats advanced a proposal to make people who are in Minnesota without legal status eligible for a driver's license Tuesday after winning the support from business groups and at least two law enforcement officials.
Lisa Goodman won’t seek re-election for Mpls City Council in 2023
Longtime Minneapolis City Council member Lisa Goodman has announced she will not seek another term.
Longtime Minneapolis City Council member Lisa Goodman has announced she will not seek another term.
Biden classified documents: How the case is (and isn’t) similar to Trump’s
Classified documents were discovered in Biden’s former office, drawing questions and criticisms about how his case is being treated verse Trump's.
Classified documents were discovered in Biden’s former office, drawing questions and criticisms about how his case is being treated verse Trump's.
House Republicans to launch investigations into FBI, China
House Republicans are moving Tuesday to swiftly establish the marquee investigations of their new majority, voting to create panels focused on China and what they assert is rampant abuse of power in the federal government.
House Republicans are moving Tuesday to swiftly establish the marquee investigations of their new majority, voting to create panels focused on China and what they assert is rampant abuse of power in the federal government.
Gas stove ban 'on the table' for federal agency: reports
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission is considering a ban on gas stoves because of harmful pollutants that can cause respiratory problems and other health issues.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission is considering a ban on gas stoves because of harmful pollutants that can cause respiratory problems and other health issues.
Minnesota student loan borrowers, business owners would see tax breaks from fast-tracked bill
More than $100 million in tax breaks for restaurants, small business owners, and student loan borrowers passed Monday in a unanimous, quick vote in the Minnesota House.
More than $100 million in tax breaks for restaurants, small business owners, and student loan borrowers passed Monday in a unanimous, quick vote in the Minnesota House.
Simon, DFL seek election worker protections
Secretary of State Steve Simon said Monday that Minnesota needs to get tougher on people who threaten or harass election workers for doing their jobs.
Secretary of State Steve Simon said Monday that Minnesota needs to get tougher on people who threaten or harass election workers for doing their jobs.
Safety at polling locations discussed by lawmakers
A proposal from the secretary of state could make harassing election officials a misdemeanor going forward. FOX 9 political reporter Theo Keith has the details.
A proposal from the secretary of state could make harassing election officials a misdemeanor going forward. FOX 9 political reporter Theo Keith has the details.
Brazil uprising: Pro-Bolsonaro protesters storm Congress, high court after election loss
The incidents recalled the Jan. 6 invasion of the U.S. Capitol, something many political analysts and the judiciary Bolsonaro have warned about for months.
The incidents recalled the Jan. 6 invasion of the U.S. Capitol, something many political analysts and the judiciary Bolsonaro have warned about for months.