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Gov. Mark Dayton said he just wanted to make sure government-subsidized providers had a chance to vote.
Some items in the news you may have missed in the day leading up to the caucuses.
In last Minnesota pitch, Sanders seeks extra effort
On his fourth straight day in the state, presidential candidate Bernie Sanders implored Minnesota voters to propel him to a win in Tuesday's Democratic caucus.
Medal of Honor recipients may get Minnesota memorial
Capitol grounds custodians get ball rolling for new Medal of Honor memorial. Fundraising underway for $750,000 tribute.
Some news you may have missed over the weekend as we head to the Minnesota caucuses.
Thousands of Minnesotans are ready to declare their support for a favorite presidential candidate at precinct caucuses Tuesday, but the state’s top two legislative leaders are still sitting on the sidelines.
Sanders makes pitch for votes on the Iron Range
The Democratic presidential hopeful blamed the region's downturn on illegally dumped steel from China and other countries as he spoke to a crowd of about 500 at Hibbing High School.
Minnesota budget surplus slips to $900 million
The budget forecast establishes the pool of available money for Minnesota lawmakers to divvy up during the Legislature's upcoming session.
Some items in the news this Friday including a look at last night's Republican presidential debate in Texas.