Politics

Minnesota Lawmakers Propose Bills to Protect Dogs and Cats

Proposals include banning pet shop sales of dogs and cats, prohibiting cat declawing, and increasing transparency on commercial breeders.

Minnesota Counties Seek State Funding to Upgrade Outdated Software

Aging technology causes increased costs for taxpayers as workers fix errors and develop workarounds.

Assault-Style Weapon and High-Capacity Magazine Bans Debated in Minnesota

Lawmakers consider new restrictions following mass shooting, but research on impact is limited

Don Lemon Urges Queer People to Stand Up to Bullies

The CNN anchor calls for journalists and LGBTQ+ individuals to be "fearless" in the face of political hostility.

Minnesota Jews Turn to Gun Clubs Amid Surge in Antisemitism

New data shows 9 in 10 American Jews feel less safe as antisemitic incidents rise, leading some Minnesota Jews to join gun clubs for a sense of security.

Free Training Offered to Aspiring Local Political Candidates

Three-part series aims to equip prospective candidates and campaign volunteers with tools for effective, community-focused campaigns.

Minneapolis and St. Paul Enact Temporary Eviction Protections Amid Immigration Enforcement Surge

City leaders take action to prevent mass evictions, but face concerns over unintended consequences

Owatonna Residents Petition for $65M Public Safety Bond Vote

Grassroots group aims to force referendum on city council's plan to fund new fire and police stations

Baxter Appoints Visual Quality Committee for Hwy 371 Project

The committee will advise the council on landscaping, lighting, and finishing for the overpass project.

House Republicans Back Mullin for DHS, Citing Border Security Priorities

Nearly 50 GOP lawmakers endorse Mullin to lead Department of Homeland Security after Noem's ouster

Trump-Appointed Judge Finds ICE Likely Ran Unlawful Racial Profiling Operation

Federal judge rules administration likely violated Constitution during 'Operation Metro Surge' in Minnesota

Minneapolis and St. Paul leaders grapple with eviction crisis

Rental support and extended eviction timelines proposed to aid immigrant families impacted by Operation Metro Surge

America 250: 50 years ago today - March 10, 1976

A look back at the front page of the Rochester Post Bulletin from 50 years ago

Moorhead Firefighter Ends Minnesota House 4A Bid

Kevin Salisbury cites balancing professional and personal commitments as reason for withdrawing from race.

Rochester Marks 50 Years Since 1976 Bicentennial

Post Bulletin republishes historic front page from March 9, 1976 as part of America's 250th anniversary countdown.