🎃 Oh my gourd, look at these pumpkins! Had a ball reporting this story on professional pumpkin decorators in the Twin Cities: www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

A look at the state of play for #mngov/ factors that could shape Gov. Tim Walz's bid for an unprecedented third full term in 2026 + a bit of news: His campaign, which ended 2024 w/ sizable war chest, raised +$1 million in the first 24 hours post launch. www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

It's official: Walz is running for a third term as MN governor Full story: www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

Jury finds Sen. Nicole Mitchell GUILTY of felony burglary. Outcome could shake up balance of power in Senate. DFL Leader Murphy, Walz say they expect her to resign. www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

We asked Mpls mayoral candidates where they stand on direct & indirect subsidies for a Wolves/Lynx arena www.axios.com/local/twin-c... And we looked at some potential sites where the news owners could build one www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

the great key crisis of the 2025 Minnesota legislative session appears to be resolved www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

Just one "working group" formed to hammer out the big remaining pieces of the state budget ahead of a special session met in public on Tuesday. www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

REMINDER local journos (and those who love celebrating MN's vibrant and free press!): Tickets are now available to our 2025 Page One Banquet! mnspj.org/2025/04/23/b...

Minnesota may can "two serving" label law for 10 mg THC drinks www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

"Come on, they're fun," said Transportation Committee Vice Chair Ann Johnson Stewart (DFL-Wayzata). "Fun kills at 65 mph," Drazkowski deadpanned in response. www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

Did a presidential transition year, job market concerns or LSAT changes prompt you to apply to law school in MN this year? I want to talk to you! DMs open!

New this AM: Former DFL Senate leader Melisa López Franzen jumps in MN U.S. Senate race

LAST CHANCE! Submit your entries to the 2025 Page One Awards by 10 p.m. tonight. Find complete guidelines and entry information here: www.mnspj.org/2025/01/14/2...

NEW: Dems discussing a wide range of tactics to protest Trump's address inside the chamber, sources tell @axios.com Some ideas floated: - Walking out over certain lines - Holding up constitutions, eggs/egg cartons, hand clappers, signs etc. www.axios.com/2025/03/04/t...

👀 LAST CALL: The deadline to submit to Minnesota SPJ's Page One Awards is TOMORROW It takes just 5-10 minutes to enter! New categories this year include a CASH PRIZE for investigative work! mnspj.org/2025/01/14/2...

NEW: Gov. Tim Walz will NOT run for MN's newly open U.S. Senate seat in 2026, spox confirms this AM. He's still exploring a third term for governor. www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

sportsball news! www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

A bold idea for Minneapolis: Tear down City Center and build a new Wolves arena www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

Flanagan makes her bid official -->

Flanagan launches a website for her U.S. Senate run, following last week's filing of fundraising committee. Has previously said she intends to run, formal announcement to come.

GOP U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber's a no for MN's U.S. Senate seat, he tells local news station. H/T MPR's Capitol View newsletter www.northernnewsnow.com/2025/02/19/e...

Sales have dropped off sharply at many Lake Street businesses that serve Minneapolis' Latino communities. In today's @axios.com Twin Cities newsletter, more on a sign that an immigration crackdown is having the effect that the Trump administration intends >> www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

The local trend mirrors a nationwide dip --> www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

Reminder to all the MN journalists out there: MNSPJ's Page One Award submissions are due NEXT WEEK! We've got new categories, including a BIG CASH PRIZE for investigative reporting --> www.mnspj.org/2025/01/14/2...

🏆 Attn MN journalists: It's a great weekend to get your @mnspj Page One Awards entries in! Lots of categories, including a new investigative reporting award with a CASH PRIZE #mnjournalism #mnjournos mnspj.wufoo.com/forms/kopkz1...

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attn all secret lives of mormon wives fans: "dirty soda" will flow in the twin cities starting today! www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

🫶 We asked our @axios.com Twin Cities readers to share what they're grateful for this year. The call filled our inbox with notes on everything from free concerts to being cancer free after a trying year of treatment. These heartfelt answers are worth a read: www.axios.com/newsletters/...

ICYMI: MN House GOP to file lawsuit contesting results after recount affirmed narrow loss in Shakopee House seat They've cited concerns over 21 absentee ballot records not matching w/ actual ballots. DFL won by 14 votes Outcome could impact control of #mnleg Background axios.com/local/twin-c...

Hellooooo.... anyone out there?