Federal lawsuit challenges Minnesota's abortion laws
A lawsuit filed in federal court last Friday seeks to nullify Minnesota's laws protecting access to abortion, arguing they violate the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Minnesota House GOP plans to sue over results in race decided by 15 votes
The closest state House race in Minnesota is headed to court after House Republicans said Tuesday they will file a lawsuit challenging the results this week.
Lawsuits lead judge to halt Minnesota cannabis business license lottery
A legal fight could stunt the growth of Minnesota's blooming marijuana market.
DFL incumbent increases margin of victory by one vote in close Minnesota House race
Incumbent DFL Rep. Brad Tabke increased his margin of victory by one vote, which brings his total lead to 15 votes, according to the preliminary results from a recount Thursday of his state House district covering Shakopee.
State cannabis regulators deny two-thirds of applicants for initial business licenses
State regulators denied two-thirds of the applications seeking one of the initial "preapproved" licenses to operate a cannabis business in Minnesota, a spokesperson for the Office of Cannabis Management said by email.
Minnesota DFL chair Ken Martin announces run to lead DNC
Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor chair Ken Martin, who's led the state party for more than a decade, on Tuesday announced a bid to lead the Democratic National Committee as the party looks to rebuild in the wake of bruising electoral defeats this month.
Legislative work group looks at solutions to chronic student absenteeism
A state legislative study group met Monday to get feedback on plans to reduce the number of students who are chronically absent from school.
Twin Cities cannabis retailer sued by state for illegal marijuana sales
The state is suing a Twin Cities retailer for selling illegal, noncompliant cannabis in its stores. It's the first time regulators have taken this step.
Bomb threats targeting MN election offices among more than 100 similar threats nationwide
E-mailed bomb threats targeting election offices in Minnesota were among more than 100 threats across multiple states, Secretary of State Steve Simon said Thursday.
Sales of emergency contraceptives surge post-election, companies say
Online retailers and telehealth companies are reporting a surge in demand for emergency contraceptives after the election, similar to what happened after Roe v. Wade was overturned two years ago.
Kelly Morrison, an OB-GYN, readies for first term in Congress
DFL Congresswoman-elect Kelly Morrison is in Washington this week for new member orientation, learning the ropes of Congress after spending five years serving in the State Capitol in St. Paul.
Average gas prices fall under $3 per gallon in Minnesota
Minnesota is one of 28 states under $3 per gallon, said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, which tracks fuel prices.
A look back at the last time the Minnesota House was divided in 1979
The Minnesota House appears headed for a rare evenly split chamber with Republicans and Democrats both having 67 seats, according to unofficial results from the secretary of state's office.
Minnesota House races to shape power balance at state capitol
All 134 seats in the Minnesota House and one Senate seat are up for grabs this election and the outcome will determine the balance of power at the Minnesota State Capitol.
Rep. Betty McCollum projected to defeat May Xiong in 4th District
Longtime DFL Rep. Betty McCollum will win reelection, CBS News projects, beating Republican May Lor Xiong for the 4th Congressional District seat in a rematch from the 2022 election.