The candidates who had Caucus Night celebrations in Des Moines put their own spin on the unknown results. Senator Amy Klobuchar was first to speak once it became clear results would not be released. “You’ve probably heard we don’t know the results, but I did not want to let another minute go by without thanking all […]
Minnesotans in heart of Iowa political scene at Drake University
MNN News Director Tasha Redel sat down with the co-presidents of the Drake College Republicans in Des Moines. Both of them are Minnesota natives and are helping keep the GOP energized for an Iowa Caucus that will be be heavy on attention to the Democrats. John Altendorf is from Goodhue and is a junior at […]
Money isn’t everything, Klobuchar says as Bloomberg prepares to enter race
Minnesota Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar has launched a three-day campaign swing through Iowa, starting tonight with a stop at a diner in a Des Moines suburb. “We have had a lot of momentum in my campaign lately and we’re pretty excited about that,” Klobuchar told the gathering of Urbandale Democrats. “I found […]
Twins back home for ten straight; start with Royals
Following a 5-2 road trip that ended with a 5-4, 12-inning loss at Miami on Thursday afternoon, the Minnesota Twins will play 16 of their next 22 games at Target Field in Minneapolis. The American League Central leaders open a 10-game homestand on Friday night with a three-game set against the fourth-place Kansas City Royals. […]
Governor Dayton delivers final State of the State Address (Full broadcast below)
Governor Mark Dayton delivers his final State of the State Address: Madam President, the Majority and Minority Leaders, and Members of the Minnesota Senate. Mr. Speaker, the Majority and Minority Leaders, and Members of the Minnesota House of Representatives. Madam Chief Justice and the Distinguished Members of the Minnesota Supreme Court and the Court of […]
Governor Dayton will deliver final State of the State Address tonight
Governor Mark Dayton is set to deliver his final State of the State Address tonight. You can hear his speech live right here this evening starting at 7 p.m. *Office of Governor Mark Dayton* The State of Our State As Governor Dayton prepares to deliver his final State of the State Address at 7:00 this evening, […]
Senator Franken releases new memoir
The new memoir “Al Franken-Giant of the Senate” hits bookstores today. The book shows Franken’s funny side, in addition to giving an insight into his days at SNL and his rocky first campaign for the Senate. Franken writes that his friend, Paul Wellstone, played a big role in his decision to run. Franken calls him […]
Top Republicans in Moorhead today, trumpeting session accomplishments
Top Republican lawmakers are in Moorhead this afternoon, trumpeting the accomplishments of the legislative session just ended. House Speaker Kurt Daudt points to Sunday liquor sales and REAL ID, plus major items like tax relief, transportation funding and a bonding bill. Daudt says, “A lot of work was done this session, we think the most productive […]
Minnesota lawmakers miss another budget deadline
Republicans have decided to continue a special session beyond the one day that was agreed on, because they’re running behind schedule on finishing the $46 billion state budget. House Democratic Minority Leader Melissa Hortman asked Republican leaders “What is your intention at 7:01 am today? Do you plan to abide by the agreement or break the […]
MN Senate passes two abortion bills, Dayton says he’ll veto (with AUDIO)
The Minnesota Senate passed two abortion bills Thursday afternoon, both of which Governor Mark Dayton says he’ll veto if they reach his desk in any form. One bill would prohibit the state from paying for abortions on state-funded health programs, unless the federal government requires it. Shoreview Democrat Jason Isaacson called it hypocrisy that Republicans […]