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Pawlenty wants longer sex offender sentences

Governor Tim Pawlenty wants to double some sex offender sentences, the latest in a series of related moves over the years.

By Don Davis , February 09, 2010

Alexandria strives to get fit

Looking to lose a few pounds? Here’s good news: Alexandria is trying to find ways to make it easier for you to get active and get fit.

February 09, 2010

State-owned vehicles used 25 percent more E85 in 2009

Minnesota’s state agencies say they're breaking their "addiction to oil" one tankful at a time.

By Staff Report , February 06, 2010

Senators call to add cadmium to list of banned substances

On the heels of a new report showing that the toxic metal cadmium is being used in children’s jewelry sold in stores across the nation, six U.S. senators, including Al Franken (D-MN) have introduced legislation that will define cadmium as a banned hazardous substance.

By Staff Report , February 06, 2010

No fun for legislators: Deficit of $1.2 billion looms as session starts

Minnesota legislators returned to the state Capitol yesterday for a session that promises to be little fun.

By By Don Davis and Andrew Tellijohn, State Capitol Bureau , February 05, 2010

Local lawmakers are ready

The Minnesota Legislature began its new session yesterday, Thursday. What is at stake? What will be the highlights, the lowlights and the challenges ahead?

February 05, 2010

Caucus-goers give early nod to Seifert, Rybak

Caucus-goers give early nod to Seifert, Rybak Douglas County caucuses Tuesday night followed statewide trends in the race for governor – for the most part.

February 05, 2010

Minnesota lawmakers start session

Minnesota legislators return to work today with jobs at the top of their minds.

By Andrew Tellijohn and Don Davis , February 04, 2010

Big crowd of governor hopefuls debate

Big crowd of governor hopefuls debate More Minnesota governor candidates showed up for a massive Wednesday night debate than the average precinct caucus will host next week.

By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , February 03, 2010

Rep. Peterson: Commodity subsidies should be safe from Obama’s budget freeze

A three-year freeze in spending on many domestic programs, which President Barack Obama called for in his first State of the Union message to Congress on Wednesday, likely would have little effect on commodity subsidies and other major farm programs, Rep. Collin Peterson, D-Minn., said.

By Chuck Haga , January 28, 2010

State delays more school aid PressPass

The Minnesota Management and Budget department this morning told schools that the state will delay payments to them this spring because of a cash shortage, legislative Democrats say

By Don Davis , January 26, 2010

Willmar executive to challenge Peterson PressPass

Another Republican has announced a bid to try to unseat veteran U.S. Representative Collin Peterson.

January 22, 2010

Coleman not running for governor PressPass

The Republican who could raise more money than any other and who has a ready-made statewide campaign organization is not running for governor.

By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , January 22, 2010

Debate is on: Big or moderate bonding bill? PressPass

ize matters when it comes to a public works funding bill, but the debate is whether big or not-so-big is better in the current economy.

By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , January 20, 2010

GOP candidates free of Coleman shadow PressPass

Norm Coleman joked that he is "free at last, free at last" Monday, hours after he opted out of the Minnesota governor's race.

By Don Davis , January 19, 2010

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