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March 19, 2018 6:23 AM

Students press MN lawmaker for gun bill hearings

Students showed up at a key lawmaker's office Monday to demand hearings on three gun-control bills.

by Tim Pugmire

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March 19, 2018 1:32 AM

Daily Digest: Klobuchar targets Facebook

Some Minnesota political stories you may have missed over the weekend.

by Mike Mulcahy

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March 16, 2018 9:17 AM

Minnesota lawmakers step on the gas to pass slowpoke bill

A bill attempting to push slower drivers from left-hand freeway lanes has arrived on the Minnesota Senate floor after a committee takes some of the sting out of it.

by Brian Bakst

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March 16, 2018 1:28 AM

Daily Digest: TGIF Edition

Some Minnesota news stories worth a read as you start your Friday.

by Mike Mulcahy

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March 15, 2018 10:30 AM

Road protesters, texters, slowpokes get MN lawmakers’ attention

A range of proposals dealing with conduct on Minnesota's roadways are getting aired this week in the Minnesota Legislature.

by Brian Bakst

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March 15, 2018 9:59 AM

MN Senate delays vote on MNLARS bill

Republican legislative leaders Thursday put the brakes on a bill to fix the troubled vehicle licensing and registration system after Gov. Dayton proposed changes.

by Tim Pugmire

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March 15, 2018 7:08 AM

Elder care bill addresses in-room cameras, corrective action

Newest plan to combat abuse of elderly or vulnerable adults at long-term care facilities would offer clarity on electronic cameras and streamlining of complaint process.

by Brian Bakst

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March 15, 2018 1:14 AM

Daily Digest: Dayton looks back, calls for unity

Dayton gives final State of the State and some other Minnesota political stories in the news.

by Mike Mulcahy

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March 14, 2018 1:33 AM

Daily Digest: Charges in mosque bombing

Some Minnesota stories to start your Wednesday.

by Mike Mulcahy

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March 13, 2018 8:07 AM

Hands-free phone bill speeds to next stop

A Minnesota House committee voted to push along a bill restricting phone use by drivers. Gov. Mark Dayton said he'd sign the measure if it reaches him.

by Brian Bakst

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