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Rep. Angie Craig told police she fought off an attacker using hot coffee
Rep. Craig, D-Minn., is bruised but otherwise OK after a man attacked her Thursday. Her suspected assailant, now in custody, did not appear to have political motivations.
Gun safety bills gain in Minnesota amid Democratic control
Gun safety bills are advancing at the Minnesota Legislature. They're backed by Democrats who are hoping their new control of both chambers will help them pass proposals that Republicans were able to block in recent years.
‘Rusty’ batteries could hold key to Minnesota's carbon-free power future
Two Minnesota utilities plan to install iron-air battery storage systems as they transition to clean energy sources. The batteries are made of iron, an element that’s abundant around the world — including in Minnesota.
As hunger rises in Minnesota, House passes school meals for all bill
The state would pick up the tab for most student meals under a bill passed by the Minnesota House and not far from Senate action. It would cover a daily breakfast and lunch regardless of family income.
In St. Cloud, VP Harris promotes electric vehicles
Days after President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address, Vice President Kamala Harris was in St. Cloud to highlight the administration’s record on electric vehicles.
DFL legislative push prompts threats of lawsuits
As DFL lawmakers speed their priority legislation through at the Minnesota Capitol, some bills have been flagged as possible targets for legal action by conservative groups and others. 
Southwest's COO will tell senators 'we messed up' over the holiday travel meltdown
NPR obtained Chief Operating Officer Andrew Watterson's prepared testimony for his scheduled appearance before a Senate committee to discuss what led to thousands of flights being canceled.
Voter sign-up bill causes partisan split in MN Legislature
A bill that expands registration options for voters and future voters is exposing party divides over elections. It also would require more campaign spending disclosure.