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The economy, democracy, immigration are concerns for these Black and Latino men in Minnesota

A local political academic believes the narrative that significant numbers of Latino and African American male voters are moving to Trump and the Republican Party may be “premature.”

As Nov. 5 nears, Minnesota polling indicates ‘ideologically consistent’ electorate

What’s the explanation for stagnant polling on issues of importance and right-track/ wrong-track in Minnesota?

How the Minnesota Vikings Can Make the Playoffs: Through Week 8

The Vikings now have a 75% chance to make the playoffs. The Upshot’s 2024 N.F.L. playoff simulator. See all teams Read the methodology, or select a team ALL TEAMS Arizona Cardinals Atlanta Falcons Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills Carolina Panthers Chicago Bears Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Dallas Cowboys Denver Broncos Detroit Lions Green Bay Packers Houston Texans Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Kansas City Chiefs Las Vegas Raiders Los Angeles Chargers Los Angeles Rams Miami Dolphins Minnesota Vikings New England Patriots New Orleans Saints New York Giants New York Jets Philadelphia Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tennessee Titans Washington Commanders There are 714 tredecillion different ways the season could end.

Manuel Margot: Minnesota declines option

The Twins have declined their side of Margot's $12 million mutual option for 2025, Darren Wolfson of Channel 5 Saint Paul reports. He'll receive a $2 million buyout instead and hit the free-agent market.

Minnesota researchers find that native plants can beat buckthorn on their own turf

Native plants alone won’t eradicate buckthorn once it’s established. It first needs to be cut down or treated with an herbicide. But when planted in the right densities, the native grasses and shrubs can be the most effective way to keep the bush from returning, he said.

New voting laws in effect this year in Minnesota

That is because there are some new election laws now in effect. Minnesota now has automatic voter registration, meaning eligible voters who apply for or renew a state ID will automatically be registered to vote.

Key Minnesota county ordered by court to reset board that will review absentee ballots

Minnesota Republicans and the conservative Minnesota Voters Alliance scored a pre-election court victory that will require the state’s most-populous county to redo its makeup of a panel overseeing absentee ballots.

Minnesota Muslims say they face painful choice at the ballot box

Muslim voters in Minnesota say they face a painful choice in the 2024 presidential election between Kamala Harris, Donald Trump or third-party voting.

State subsidy keeps 3M spinoff Solventum in Minnesota

The state approved a request for up to $13 million in assistance for the $209 million headquarters project at a former Blue Cross building in Eagan.

Creighton women's basketball win exhibition game against Southwest Minnesota State

Cancel anytime. Creighton's Jim Flanery interview on media day The returning Creighton women's basketball seniors picked up where they left off Wednesday in a 92-51 exhibition win over Southwest Minnesota State. Lauren Jensen led the Bluejay with 21 points ...

Then & Now: How immigration reshaped the look of a Minnesota farm town

Immigration from around the world has transformed the rural Minnesota town of Worthington. Historical photos and snapshots from today show the changes downtown and beyond.

Special deer hunts to occur at state parks in southeast Minnesota

Special hunts will take place at other Minnesota state parks and recreation areas this fall, and access to the parks will vary. Park visitors are advised to check the alerts and notices on state park and recreation area websites to find details about any upcoming special hunts as they make their plans.

Harris leads Trump in Minnesota according to new poll

The final KSTP/Survey USA poll before the election shows Vice President Kamala Harris with an eight-point lead over former President Donald Trump in Minnesota. 51% of respondents support Harris while 43% back Trump.

Election 2024: Harris +1 in New Hampshire, +3 in Minnesota

Vice President Kamala Harris has a three-point lead over former President Donald Trump in Minnesota, but the presidential contest is nearly tied in New Hampshire.

Have a question about starting a food business in Minnesota? Ask AVA.

AVA, a chatbot built by Minnesota’s Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI), launched earlier this month to connect more food founders and ag producers to the nonprofit’s wealth of resources.

Grading Jacksonville Jaguars trade of offensive lineman Cam Robinson to Minnesota Vikings

The Jaguars traded OL Cam Robinson and a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick to the Vikings for a conditional 2026 fifth-round pick that can become a fourth.

A new exhibit at the Minnesota History Center emphasizes the influence, power of girls

The Smithsonian’s “Girlhood (It’s Complicated)” exhibit is now on display at the Minnesota History Center. It celebrates the impact that girls have had on history and spotlights women’s basketball legends from the state.

Reasons behind Minnesota’s high voter turnout

Minnesota has ranked number one in the country for almost every general election voter turnout since 2008. “Minnesota is a voting champion year after year after year,” Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon said. Simon says there are two main reasons behind our high voter turnout: laws and culture.

No. 24 Illinois' Bret Bielema out to remain perfect vs. Minnesota

Illinois coach Bret Bielema will strive to maintain his stranglehold over Minnesota when the No. 24 Fighting Illini host the Golden Gophers on Saturday in Champaign, Ill.

New Minnesota voting laws in place for general election

For instance, Minnesota now has automatic voter registration, which means eligible voters who apply for or renew a state ID will automatically be registered to vote.

Minnesota railroads share in $2.4 billion worth of federal transportation improvement grants

In Minnesota, the Minnesota Commercial Railway will get up to $15.86 million for a locomotive emission reduction project. Based in St. Paul’s Midway, the railway serves various Twin Cities customers. Another $37.26 million will go toward boosting capacity, safety and sustainability at Progressive Rail Inc.

Vikings' Cam Robinson: Headed to Minnesota

Robinson will head to Minnesota after spending the first seven-plus seasons of his career in Jacksonville. The offensive lineman will provide the Vikings with an immediate replacement at left tackle after Christian Darrisaw (knee) suffered a season-ending injury in Week 8 against the Rams.

Find and compare internet providers in Minnesota

Explore home Wi-Fi in Minnesota starting at $20/mo. Shop from top providers including Quantum Fiber, Xfinity, Spectrum and more.

Minnesota's vote-counting rules, timeline explained

All of Minnesota's voting machines are "optical scan" – meaning they scan the ballot and return results based on bubbles filled in on the ballot. Despite what you might hear or read online, Minnesota has systems in place to ensure voters are eligible citizens.

Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District Debate

WDIO News at Six will air a shortened version prior to the debate. If you are trying to watch on a mobile device, please click here for a mobile-friendly version ...

Presidential election could have big impact on Minnesota state governrment

Peggy Flanagan, 45, is Minnesota’s 50th Lieutenant Governor and would move up to the Governor’s Office if Walz resigns from office.

KSTP/SurveyUSA poll results: Harris expands lead to 8 points in Minnesota

Harris leads Republican Donald Trump 51% to 43%, with three percent undecided and two percent preferring another candidate. The poll has a credibility interval, or margin of error, of +/- 4%.

Inside New Minnesota Poll Showing Kamala Harris With Narrow 3-Point Edge Over Trump

On "Forbes Newsroom," Ana Radelat, the Washington Correspondent for MinnPost, discussed a new MinnPost-Embold Research poll showing Harris slightly ahead of Trump in MN.

Walz helping his son vote wouldn't violate Minnesota election law | Fact check

The statute mentioned in the post was amended in 2023 to remove language prohibiting political candidates from assisting disabled voters.

2024 election, Minnesota Legislature: The view of Senate Republicans

With the balance of power to be decided in a special election for a vacant seat, we’re ready to work for Minnesotans.

Minnesota Woman Faces Felony Charges for Attempting to Submit Ballot for Deceased Mother

A Minnesota woman faces felony charges for attempting to submit a mail ballot for her deceased mother, highlighting election safeguards against voter fraud.

Ever heard the Minnesota Vikings' Skol chant? It was started by this Evansville native

EVANSVILLE — An Evansville native has been up close and personal to many of the biggest moments in Minnesota Vikings history. Bryan Harper, a Reitz and University of Southern Indiana graduate, has worked in the organization for over two decades and is ...

Tim Walz’s Minnesota state investment board stepped up contributions to Chinese funds during his tenure

During the Democrat’s tenure, SBI appointees have directed roughly 70% of the approximately $1.3 billion moved into Chinese funds, according to watchdog group Future Union.

'Makes me fearful': Minnesota woman whose attacker freed by Harris-supported bail fund speaks out

EXCLUSIVE: A Somali American woman in Minnesota, who was shot by an assailant ultimately released with the help of a bail fund supported by Vice President Kamala Harris, is speaking out against the vice president.

Costly data demands leave some Minnesota school districts frustrated

Some district leaders say they’ve been inundated with huge data requests that appear politically motivated and can be massively expensive and difficult to decipher. At least one school board has asked lawmakers to help slow a “runaway train.

2024 campaign finance dashboard for Minnesota congressional races

MinnPost is tracking fundraising by both campaign committees and independent expenditure groups, and Democrats are outspending Republicans.