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Elections & Campaigns

Under Democratic nomination schedule, VP speculation could end next week for Walz, others

Speculation surrounding Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s fate on the presidential ticket could be decided as early as next week.  Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 9:58 pm

News

Travel woes and Delta delays continue, but may be easing at MSP airport

After several days of canceled and delayed flights, Delta Airlines was edging toward normal operation at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The airline, dominant at the ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 11:24 am

Elections & Campaigns

Trump to appear in Minnesota alongside his new vice presidential candidate this weekend in St. Cloud

Former President Donald Trump will be in Minnesota this week campaigning for his White House bid amid his insistence he can capture a state elusive ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 5:35 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Secretary of State: Law is clear on what Biden’s exit means for Minnesota ballots

Secretary of State Steve Simon is responsible for ensuring that Minnesota has a smooth and fair election this fall. With President Joe Biden exiting the ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 5:19 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz doesn’t rule out VP role as presidential nomination race is reset

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz declared himself open Monday to a vice presidential run a day after President Joe Biden announced he will not seek reelection, ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, July 22, 2024 7:11 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Large share of Minnesota delegates want VP Harris atop Democratic ticket after Biden exits, backs her

Vice President Kamala Harris has strong backing from Minnesota’s delegation to receive the nomination at the Democratic National Convention, where the party’s nominee will be ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Sunday, July 21, 2024 5:33 pm

Education

FAFSA completion rates still down in Minnesota, though things are improving

Despite progress in recent months, FAFSA completion rates among high school seniors in Minnesota are still lower than in previous years.   Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, July 18, 2024 9:21 am

Elections & Campaigns

Minnesota Republicans wrap convention sensing wind behind Trump as Democrats struggle

The Republican National Convention draws to a close Thursday night with a capstone speech from former President Donald Trump, the GOP nominee who hopes to ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, July 18, 2024 5:19 am

Gallery

St. Paul native Joe Mauer will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame

St. Paul native Joe Mauer will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame this weekend, along with three other former Major League Baseball ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 10:43 am

Elections & Campaigns

Republican convention opens after Trump assassination attempt; Minnesota delegate says ‘it gave me chills’

By Mark Zdechlik, Minnesota Public Radio News Intensive security and appeals for unity are both expected to be heavy components of the Republican National Convention ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, July 15, 2024 6:02 am

News

Cargill, U of M team up on oil seed crop expansion effort

Cargill and the University of Minnesota are collaborating on a plan to expand production of plant-based biofuels. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, July 12, 2024 5:09 pm

News

Klobuchar undergoes outpatient procedure, says she is ‘cancer-free’

Minnesota U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she will undergo a few days of precautionary radiation treatment this month. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, July 12, 2024 11:12 am

Elections & Campaigns

The latest on where Minnesota Democratic leaders stand on President Joe Biden’s candidacy

President Joe Biden is facing heightened pressure from his own party to bow out of the presidential race or do considerably more to prove he’s ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, July 11, 2024 11:50 am

Elections & Campaigns

Analyst: Democratic division over Biden could sway elections in Minnesota

U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reportedly met with Democratic representatives in competitive districts Tuesday to discuss ongoing calls for the Joe Biden to step ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, July 10, 2024 5:32 am

News

In gardens across Minnesota, the beetle battle begins

While a lot of Minnesotans have been pestered by mosquitoes and ticks over the past couple of months, another annoying insect is just starting to ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 12:25 pm

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