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Minnesota Supreme Court grants quick review of voting rights law case

Minnesota Supreme Court grants quick review of voting rights law case

The state Supreme Court said it will decide the fate of a new voting rights law. It permits people with felony convictions to vote as long as they’re not behind bars.
by Brian Bakst

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What to know about January's annual drug price hikes

What to know about January's annual drug price hikes

Spoiler: There are some decreases this year, too. Here's an overview of the changing prices and what to make of them.
by Sydney Lupkin

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Second justice this month announces retirement from Minnesota Supreme Court

Second justice this month announces retirement from Minnesota Supreme Court

After eight years on Minnesota’s highest court, Justice Margaret Chutich said Tuesday that she will retire this summer. Her announcement comes five days after Justice Barry Anderson announced his intent to retire in May.
by Matt Sepic

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Ahead of legislative session, Walz pitches $982 million in public construction projects

Ahead of legislative session, Walz pitches $982 million in public construction projects

The rollout sets the table for months of debate at the Capitol over a capital investment bill. Lawmakers said high inflation and tight budget forecasts led them to propose a slimmer proposal.
by Dana Ferguson

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A brutally cold night in Iowa made for a low-turnout caucus. What's next for a shrinking Republican field?

A brutally cold night in Iowa made for a low-turnout caucus. What's next for a shrinking Republican field?

The presidential nomination race is shifting ahead to New Hampshire after former President Donald Trump’s convincing win in Iowa Monday night. Minnesota voters will soon have their turn but there could be very few candidates still standing by the time Minnesota ballots get counted.
by Cathy Wurzer and Clay Masters

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Minnesota equal rights amendment revamped to include protections for abortion, gender care

Minnesota equal rights amendment revamped to include protections for abortion, gender care

For years, supporters of the equal rights amendment have sought to include new protections in the Minnesota Constitution. With a new tweak, DFL leaders say this could be the year it moves to the ballot.
by Dana Ferguson

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