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Clinton, Sanders court MN Dems ahead of caucuses
The two contenders for the Democratic presidential nomination spoke at a dinner that raised $1 million for the state DFL Party.
On Minnesota television, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are going for soft introductions. Sanders' commercial explains where he came from; Clinton's spot casts her as tested and ready for the presidency.
Some items in the news this Friday, as the contenders for the Democratic presidential nomination head for the Twin Cities.
A Friday forum on issues facing black Americans that will feature presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has been moved to a north Minneapolis high school partly to accommodate more people.
Key figure in bird flu response set to retire
After being in the agriculture industry spotlight during a bird flu fight, the state's chief veterinarian is looking ahead to retirement. The search for a successor is on.
Minnesota voters can weigh in on presidential race come March 1. Knowing where to go is half the battle.
Some items in the news as you begin your Thursday.
Sanders starts TV ad push into Minnesota markets
As Minnesota's turn to vote nears, Sen. Bernie Sanders is beginning to book TV ad time. Minnesota's caucus falls on March 1, otherwise known as Super Tuesday.
Toys are trending again in political ads. But this year's Trump action figure plays a very different role than the Jesse Ventura toy played in the 1998 campaign for Minnesota governor.
News and analysis out of New Hampshire and Minnesota.