Politics

Epstein files vote: Here's who voted against releasing the Epstein files

Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.

November 18, 2025 2:25pm CST

Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map

A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.

November 18, 2025 2:06pm CST

Congressman Gimenez: Maduro is a threat to the safety and security of the US

In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.

November 18, 2025 11:04am CST

Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA

Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.

November 18, 2025 10:11am CST

Law requires Minnesota taxing authorities to hold public input meetings

Truth-in-taxation notices are hitting mailboxes across Minnesota, but taxpayers still have time to ask questions.

November 17, 2025 9:11pm CST

Rep. Feist won't seek reelection in 2026, will pivot back to immigration work

Rep. Sandra Feist, a third-term representative and immigration attorney, has announced she will retire from the Minnesota House at the end of her current term.

November 17, 2025 11:56am CST

Sen. Cwodzinski announces retirement, won't seek reelection in 2026

Sen. Steve Cwodzinski will not seek reelection in 2026, and has announced his retirement after nearly a decade in the Minnesota Senate.

November 17, 2025 11:25am CST

Sen. Draheim isn't seeking reelection, citing belief in term limits

Minnesota State Sen. Rich Draheim announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, citing a belief in term limits and a desire for fresh voices in the legislature.

November 17, 2025 9:43am CST

Minnesota World War II vet honored with Congressional Statement of Record

A Minnesota World War II hero is finally receiving recognition for his valor, decades after his courageous actions in battle.

November 16, 2025 8:56pm CST

All SNAP recipients must reapply for benefits: What we know

The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.

November 15, 2025 10:08am CST

At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes

Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton. 

November 14, 2025 8:42pm CST

MSP airport flight cancellations ease, but staffing issues linger still

The government shutdown has ended, but flight disruptions are expected continue.

November 14, 2025 5:02pm CST

What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files

If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.

November 13, 2025 11:26pm CST

DOJ sues to block new California congressional map following Prop 50 win

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.

November 13, 2025 9:36pm CST

Brewing blow: Minnesota's $200M hemp industry faces federal ban

Minnesota's hemp industry faces a potential crisis with a new federal law threatening to make intoxicating hemp products illegal.

November 13, 2025 6:24pm CST