Minnesota News Connection

Months before the midterms, the Trump administration dismantled a bipartisan federal commission that serves local offices that oversee voting.

Research shows men are more likely than women to be diagnosed with melanoma, the most dangerous type of skin cancer.

A foundation coordinating with local partners says the opioid crisis isn't over, and a new Minnesota grant is an example of the urgency felt in preventing youth tragedies.

Nearly 75,000 people were approved for benefits under the state's new paid leave law. State officials this week provided an update on the first six weeks of the program.

New social media and domestic violence laws took effect Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

He said the process in recent years has become so fraught with partisan approaches that smaller, independent operations like his are left fighting for scraps.

Rural-centric organizations leading a music festival tour want more inclusivity and spaces for community bonding.

Following high-profile fraud cases, Minnesota will join other states in overhauling systems to comply with stricter Medicaid work requirements.

Researchers are asking Minnesotans to count roadkill during Wildlife Casualty Count Week of Action, May 22-29, 2026, to help inform problem areas so that protections can be added.

Extra dollars in the state will fund the public input process ahead of possible changes to the state's financial aid program.