Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?
Capitol View®
Catharine Richert

The Daily Digest: Franken’s regrets, Nolan’s first ad

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Welcome to the Daily Digest.

Minnesota:

A second person with Minnesota ties is feared dead in Syria. (MPR News)

Sen. Al Franken says he regrets playing with traffic cones. (MPR News)

So far, Franken is running a low-key campaign. (National Journal)

U.S Rep. Rick Nolan launches the first ad of his re-election bid. It's got all the trappings of a fun weekend up north: canoeing, shooting, and a walk outside. (MPR News)

Ben Goldfarb, who has worked for Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Wellstone Action, will be stepping in at the Alliance for a Better Minnesota, the leading liberal group working to get Democrats elected this year. (The Star Tribune)

The Southwest Light Rail deal came close to falling apart. (MPR News)

Washington:

President Barack Obama's request that Congress back air strikes in Syria is proving tricky political terrain. (The New York Times)

A new GOP poll shows women think the party is "stuck in the past." (Politico)

Finally:

Minnesota journalism suffered a huge loss this week with the passing of longtime KSTP-TV photojournalist Russ Brown. Condolences to his family, friends and all his colleagues. (KSTP)

The Digest is taking a break over the holiday weekend. Enjoy your three days off, and have fun.