Author: MinnPost

Amid intense lobbying by cities, a bipartisan coalition’s ambitious housing reform in Minnesota collapses, stymied by concerns over local control and zoning laws.

Calculating the odds of status quo, a resignation, a power-sharing agreement and a special election after DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell is charged with felony burglary.

Several changes to Minnesota’s recreational marijuana law are likely, leading with questions over retail license distribution and whether supply can satisfy demand.

A Minnesota House bill would limit a private entity’s (including a HOA) ability to restrict homeowners from providing child care when licensed.

Democrat hopes to help efforts to reform what he calls a two-party “duopoly” that puts winning over the country’s interests.

Focus of transportation chairs is now on taking light rail projects, some sales tax funding, away from the regional board.

Broad support from diverse groups couldn’t push Minnesota’s “missing middle” housing bill past opposition, stalling efforts to diversify housing in single-family zones.

The substance of the governor’s annual State of the State address was predictable, as were the reactions to it.

In Minnesota’s 3rd District, the race to replace Rep. Dean Phillips pivots from local to national issues, spotlighting key party agendas.

Poor showing on Super Tuesday convinces the Minnesota Democrat to step aside.