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November 5, 2025 8:55 AM

Minnesota SNAP recipients will receive partial benefits for November, timeline for EBT release unclear

State officials said they got guidance from the federal government this week spelling out how lower benefit amounts would flow out to states.

by Dana Ferguson

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November 5, 2025 4:00 AM

Air traffic controllers warn of 'tipping point' as U.S. government shutdown drags on

The government shutdown is taking a growing toll on air traffic controllers who are working without pay. Staffing shortages led to big delays over the weekend, raising concerns about travel chaos.

by Joel Rose

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November 5, 2025 4:00 AM

How an enduring debate over health care sparked a now record-long shutdown

At the heart of the impasse is a debate about expiring subsidies for health insurance. It's the latest chapter in a fight over Obamacare that has dominated Congress since the law was signed in 2010.

by Sam Gringlas

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November 5, 2025 4:00 AM

Book lovers protest proposed cuts to Bemidji Public Library

The Beltrami County Board has proposed cutting the Bemidji and Blackduck Public Libraries' budgets by roughly 40 percent. Those libraries are part of the Kitchigami Regional Library System.

by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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November 5, 2025 12:07 AM

Her makes history as first woman and Hmong American elected St. Paul mayor

DFLer Kaohly Her, who worked for Mayor Melvin Carter’s office in his first term, was a late addition to the St. Paul mayor’s race. She beat Carter Tuesday and made history.

by Peter Cox

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November 4, 2025 9:12 PM

Bob Johnson wins election for Stearns County commissioner seat

Bob Johnson defeated Amin Ali in a special election for a vacant seat on the Stearns County Board of Commissioners.

by Kirsti Marohn

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November 4, 2025 8:45 PM

Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race, in a historic victory for progressives

Mamdani, a democratic socialist and state assemblymember, will make history as the first Muslim and South Asian person — as well as the youngest in over a century — to serve as New York City mayor.

by Rachel Treisman

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November 4, 2025 8:40 PM

Rep. Mikie Sherrill wins N.J. governor in Tuesday's second victory for Democrats

Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy pilot, was first elected to Congress in 2018. She defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, a former assemblyman who was endorsed by President Trump.

by Joe Hernandez

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November 4, 2025 8:05 PM

Democrat Spanberger wins Virginia governor race with message on DOGE, cost of living

Spanberger, a former congresswoman, flips the governor's mansion from red to blue after campaigning against the Trump administration's federal layoffs and tariffs.

by Margaret Barthel

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November 4, 2025 7:30 PM

Live results: Key elections in Minnesota

From Minneapolis and St. Paul mayoral races to special elections for two crucial Minnesota Senate seats, if you’re looking for the results of the 2025 general election, we’ve got them here.

by MPR News Staff

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Politics and Government News

Minnesota SNAP recipients will receive partial benefits for November, timeline for EBT release unclear

Air traffic controllers warn of 'tipping point' as U.S. government shutdown drags on

How an enduring debate over health care sparked a now record-long shutdown

Book lovers protest proposed cuts to Bemidji Public Library

Her makes history as first woman and Hmong American elected St. Paul mayor

Bob Johnson wins election for Stearns County commissioner seat

Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race, in a historic victory for progressives

Rep. Mikie Sherrill wins N.J. governor in Tuesday's second victory for Democrats

Democrat Spanberger wins Virginia governor race with message on DOGE, cost of living

Live results: Key elections in Minnesota

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