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Reporting on State Politics and Government

The committee was formed after the old MPCA Citizens' Board was eliminated in budget negotiations.
Dayton gives mixed review to Capitol art plan
Two paintings may be taken out of the ornate Governor's Reception Room because of the way they depict American Indians.
Some items in the news as your Tuesday gets underway.
State moves to revoke license plate with Muslim slur
State officials were scrambling Monday to figure out how they issued a personalized license plate with a slur against Muslims.
Abeler becomes newest state senator
Anoka Republican Jim Abeler, who previously served 16 years in the Minnesota House, fills the vacancy created last fall by the resignation of Republican Branden Petersen. Abeler was sworn in Monday.
Some items in the news after a busy political weekend.
Florida Sen. Rubio has Minnesota in his sights and hopes a Tuesday rally lifts him in the March 1 caucuses.
While some Republicans have pounced on President Barack Obama's planned Cuba trip, Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer sees some value.
Rubio plans Minnesota stop next week
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio bringing campaign back to Minnesota next week with the March 1 caucuses fast approaching.
Some items in the news as you begin your Friday.