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September 17, 2015 8:12 AM

Rep. Mack moves on, disputes ‘making out’ allegations

One of the two Republican lawmakers ticketed last month for allegedly “making out” in a Dakota County park said today that she’s focusing on her job and trying to move on.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 17, 2015 1:45 AM

Daily Digest: So who won?

A roundup of reviews of last night's GOP debate.

by Mike Mulcahy

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September 16, 2015 6:08 AM

Ex-Rep. Abeler launching Minnesota Senate bid

Republican Jim Abeler served eight Minnesota House terms before losing a 2014 U.S. Senate bid. He's pursuing the Minnesota Senate seat of Sen. Branden Petersen, who's not seeking re-election.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 16, 2015 5:16 AM

DFL gives contributions from Bill Davis to charity

DFL Party Chair Ken Martin said that the party is redirecting contributions from a longtime Democrat who was indicted last week on federal charges of theft and fraud.

by Tom Scheck

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September 16, 2015 1:37 AM

Daily Digest: Big debate tonight

Some news items to start your Wednesday.

by Mike Mulcahy

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September 15, 2015 8:49 AM

Mary Pawlenty won’t run for Congress

One fewer Republican is thinking about running for Congress in Minnesota’s 2nd District. Mary Pawlenty, wife of former Gov. Tim Pawlenty, said Tuesday she will not be a candidate.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 15, 2015 7:30 AM

DFL Party considers returning Davis donations

The political donations from Bill Davis, a former nonprofit executive charged with stealing money from his agency, may also be sent to charities, DFL Party Chair Ken Martin says.

by Tom Scheck

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September 15, 2015 1:49 AM

Daily Digest: Not guilty plea

Some items in the news to begin your day.

by Mike Mulcahy

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September 14, 2015 4:49 AM

‘Making out’ lawmakers apologize, quit ethics panel

Two Minnesota lawmakers ticketed for their alleged behavior in a parked car apologized Monday for their comments about the ticketing officer. Some want them to apologize directly to the officer.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 14, 2015 1:35 AM

Daily Digest: Blasts from the past

Some news items you may have missed over the weekend.

by Mike Mulcahy

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