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Remembering Wendell Anderson; the Republican National Convention opens in Cleveland
Dayton, top lawmakers eye mid-August special session
State leaders report progress in setting agenda for a possible mid-August special session.
MN GOP chair says Pence will play well in Upper Midwest
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, Donald Trump's choice for vice president, has executive experience and conservative policy accomplishments that should appeal to Minnesota voters, state Republican Party chair Keith Downey said.
Five Friday morning news items.
Five political news items for Thursday morning.
Five news stories of note.
Jim Metzen, a 42-year fixture at state Capitol, dies after battle with lung cancer. An affable demeanor won him friends across the political divide.
Some news items to check out.
Some political news for Monday morning.