Politics and Government News

Here are a few items in the proposed contract between Minneapolis and the police union
The city of Minneapolis has released its tentative contract with the city’s police union. The agreement would give officers a substantial boost in pay in exchange for more control over staffing by the city’s police chief. 
Supreme Court sides with Native American tribes in health care funding dispute with government
The 5-4 decision means the government will cover millions in overhead costs that two tribes faced when they took over running their health care programs under a law meant to give Native Americans more local control.
QA with Fargo city commissioner candidates ahead of June 11 election
Fargoans can vote for commissioners to fill the city’s two open seats on June 11. Commissioner John Strand and Commissioner Arlette Preston’s terms expire in June.
QA with Fargo park board candidates ahead of June 11 election
The League of Women Voters hosted and moderated a forum with Fargo Park District board candidates earlier this month ahead of the June 11 election.
Fargo elections and Cass County primaries are June 11. Here’s what you need to know
Fargo residents can vote for city commissioners, county commissioners, school board candidates and park board commissioners. Cass County residents will also select which candidates for state House and Senate, county attorney, county sheriff and judge will appear on the November ballot.