Former Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka made it official today at the State Capitol announcing he’s running for governor. Gazelka told supporters that the thing that makes Minnesota great is its people. Gazelka says he’s “concerned about the direction in which the state is headed” and says he is running for governor to change that […]
Gazelka steps down as Sen Majority Leader (AUDIO)
Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka today announced he’s stepping down as Leader. In a statement, Gazelka says “five years ago, under bittersweet conditions, I was honored to be elected leader of the Senate Republican Caucus. I have those same bittersweet feelings today as I announce my intention to step aside.” Gazelka says leading the caucus […]
State Sen Chamberlain renews call for state GOP Chair to step down (AUDIO)
Controversy continues to swirl around the state’s Republican Party Chair. Jennifer Carnahan denies any wrongdoing after friend and party donor Anton Lazzaro was indicted last week for sex trafficking. State Senator Roger Chamberlain of Lino Lakes is among the Republicans calling for Carnahan to step down. Chamberlain says Carnahan “crossed the line. I want nothing […]
Sen Benson among state Republicans calling for GOP Chair Carnahan to step down (AUDIO)
Pressure continues to mount on Minnesota GOP chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan to step down after controversy about party finances, non-disclosure agreements and the indictment of a significant donor on sex trafficking charges. Republican State Senator Michelle Benson from Ham Lake says “in order for donors, in order for party advocates, in order for candidates to move […]
Citations for speeding up sharply in MN in July (AUDIO)
Officers, deputies and troopers from 294 agencies across Minnesota reported 17,205 speeding citations during a July 1st – 31st enforcement campaign. That’s up over a thousand from last year’s campaign at the same time. The Office of Traffic Safety’s Mike Hanson says “what those numbers tell us is that we have a significant problem with […]
State Rep Her celebrates family friend Suni Lee’s Gold Medal Win, stresses cultural significance (AUDIO)
Suni Lee of St. Paul is a gold medal winner. Lee took the top spot in the women’s gymnastics all-around at the Tokyo Olympics. State Representative Kaohly Vang Her has known Suni’s family for years and she was at the Lee family and friends’ viewing party in Oakdale when Lee won the Gold. Her says […]
Sen Smith calling on MLB to reverse decision about Caledonia, MN plant
U-S Senator Tina Smith says that all Americans should be outraged by Major League Baseball (MLB) and San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler’s involvement in the closure of a major employer in rural Caledonia, Minnesota. The closure is expected to eliminate approximately 80 jobs in the community, with many of them moving offshore to China. […]
BWCA Wilderness closures due to wildfires across the border in Ontario
Officials at the Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota are announcing closures in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness effective Saturday (7/17), due to wildfires in Quetico Provincial Park along the international border in Ontario. Fire managers have identified two blazes that could spread across the border. The closure order will remain in effect for […]
State Fair announces new foods for 2021
Get ready for some new food at the Great Minnesota Get Back Together: Banh Minn Bun and Banh Minn Bowl: Asian-inspired sausage in a crusty French baguette with Sister’s Sriracha sauce, shredded and pickled carrot, radish, chopped jalapeño and a sprig of fresh cilantro. The bunless bowl starts with a five-grain blend and is topped […]
Chauvin sentenced to 22 1/2 years for murder of George Floyd
A judge this afternoon sentenced former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to 22-and-a-half years in prison for the murder of George Floyd. During victim impact statements, Floyd’s brother, Terrance, told the court, “I wanted to know, from the man himself, why? What were you thinking? What was going through your head when you had your […]