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Election 2025

Everything you need to know about Minnesota’s 2025 municipal elections.

Election FAQ: Answers to your voting and election questions

The election is less than two weeks away and MPR News is here to answer any questions you may have. From when and where to vote, to who is on your ballot and what referendums are in your area. Ask us your questions.

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How ranked choice voting works

How ranked choice voting works

Voters in several Minnesota cities will use ranked choice voting — or instant-runoff voting — this fall to decide local races. Instead of selecting just one candidate, they rank them by preference.
by MPR News Staff

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Here's a breakdown of how Minneapolis residents voted in the mayor's race

Here's a breakdown of how Minneapolis residents voted in the mayor's race

Minneapolis voters gave Mayor Jacob Frey a third term in office earlier this week. Frey emerged as the winner after an instant run-off on Wednesday morning, which included the second- and third-choice votes cast during the election.
by Brandt Williams and Andy Kruse

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5 things to know about Kaohly Her, St. Paul’s mayor-elect

5 things to know about Kaohly Her, St. Paul’s mayor-elect

Kaohly Her, 52, has been a state House member representing part of St. Paul since 2019. She is an immigrant and refugee who was born in a bamboo hut in the mountains of Laos.
by Peter Cox

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Minnesota Legislature’s revolving door keeps turning as Senate is full but House seats open

Minnesota Legislature’s revolving door keeps turning as Senate is full but House seats open

Tuesday’s election filled two Minnesota Senate seats but left two House seats open as lawmakers move to other offices. The temporary composition could doom a special session on gun restrictions.
by Dana Ferguson

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Minnesotans backed more than half of school finance requests

Minnesotans backed more than half of school finance requests

More than 60 percent of the school districts asking voters to approve funding questions got support on election night. Districts requesting help with day-to-day operating costs and smaller capital projects were more likely to see approvals.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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