Politics and Government News

Texas abortion case goes before state's highest court, as more women join lawsuit
Dr. Dani Mathisen is one of 20 patients who say abortion bans in Texas harmed them during complicated pregnancies. Attorneys in the lawsuit will argue before the Texas Supreme Court Tuesday.
Two justices mark historic firsts with their installations to Minnesota's Supreme Court
Chief Justice Natalie Hudson and Associate Justice Karl Procaccini were officially sworn in to their posts on Monday, each making their own bit of history. Both assumed their place on the court in October, but a ceremony marked their public installations.
As Dean Phillips opts against another congressional run, a pair of Minnesota races could turn competitive
Both Republicans and Democrats are evaluating their 2024 options after U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips announced Friday he will not be seeking reelection in Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. The 3rd District seat has been in Democratic hands since Phillips won in 2018.
Missouri governor granting pardons at pace not seen since WWII era
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is granting pardons at a pace not seen since the World War II era. Parson has granted more than 600 pardons in the past three years, which is more than any Missouri governor since the early 1940s.
The Ramsey County Jail is being allowed to operate at a higher capacity, according to an order sent out by the Minnesota Department of Corrections.