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Receipts of all tax types performed better than expected but the biggest drivers were the individual and corporate income taxes.
Myhra is third GOP congressional hopeful in 2nd District
Former state Rep. Pam Myhra announced today that she’s a Republican candidate for Congress in Minnesota’s 2nd District.
Some items in the news to consider this Wednesday.
Somali candidates challenge Rep. Kahn for DFL nod
Phyllis Kahn, the Legislature's longest serving member, says the competition isn't surprising. Her challengers say Kahn is ignoring the needs of the district, particularly its growing Somali population.
Some items in the news as you start your Tuesday.
Several well-known Minnesotan politicians, labor organizers and donors will be part of her leadership team in Minnesota. Clinton's campaign posted the full list Monday.
Some items in the news you may have missed over the weekend.
Dayton on marathon, MNsure, mass shootings
DFL Gov. Mark Dayton talked to reporters Friday about a variety of issues.
Some items in the news worth considering this Friday.