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Capitol View®

Reporting on State Politics and Government

GOP Rep. Kline won’t run again for U.S. House

GOP Rep. Kline won’t run again for U.S. House

Rep. John Kline said Thursday he will not seek re-election to his Minnesota 2nd District House seat in November 2016.
by Tim Pugmire

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Franken, Baldwin want more oil train safety measures

Franken, Baldwin want more oil train safety measures

The two senators from neighboring states talked about the need for more information and funding so that local communities can react quickly if there is an emergency.
by Tim Pugmire

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Two lawmakers deny romantic encounter

Two Minnesota lawmakers are strongly disputing the citations they received last week in Dakota County that describe a tryst inside a parked car.
by Tim Pugmire

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Daily Digest: pollution and scrappers

Some interesting news to start your Wednesday.
by Mike Mulcahy

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GOP presidential hopeful Rubio coming for MN fundraiser

Supporters of Florida U.S. senator and Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio will pay $1,000 per person next week for a VIP reception in Minneapolis.
by Tim Pugmire

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Six filings for special election in MN House District 3A

Six candidates have filed to fill the vacancy caused by the recent death of Rep. David Dill, DFL-Crane Lake. The election for the northeast Minnesota seat is set for Dec. 8.
by Tim Pugmire

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Daily Digest: Secrets and emails

Some items in the news to consider as you start your Tuesday,
by Mike Mulcahy

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Daily Digest: A northern wall?

Some items in the news to kick off your week.
by Mike Mulcahy

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In Mpls., Clinton, Sanders make pitches to be president

Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, Martin O'Malley and Lincoln Chafee sought support from Democratic super delegates at a meeting in Minneapolis.
by Tim Pugmire

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