East Twin Cities

Ayd Mill Road reopens with new pedestrian trail, speed limit

By Elle Johnson | Nov 22, 2020

Ayd Mill Road reopened to vehicle traffic on Nov. 7 after being closed for a new three-lane street design.

Minnesota's 51% winery rule struck down by federal judge

By Elle Johnson | Sep 11, 2020

A "protectionist" rule requiring wineries in Minnesota to make wine with 51% of their grapes coming from vineyards in that state was struck down by a federal judge, which could lead to impacts throughout the country in states with similar rules.

Senate passes Veterans Restorative Justice Act

By Elle Johnson | Aug 20, 2020

The Veterans Restorative Justice Act, which will help move veterans to probation and social service programs instead of jail for less severe crimes, was approved by the Minnesota Senate.

Minnesota Senate passes second round of police reforms

By Elle Johnson | Aug 12, 2020

The Minnesota Senate Republicans have passed a second round of police reforms for the state.

From Minneapolis Review

Body camera footage from Floyd's death to be made publicly available

By Elle Johnson | 5 years ago

Body camera footage of George Floyd's death has been ordered to be released by a Minnesota Judge.

Minnesota faces $4.7 billion revenue shortfall

By Elle Johnson | Aug 3, 2020

Minnesota is facing a $4.7 billion revenue shortfall for fiscal years 2022 and 2023, which comes after the COVID-19 pandemic, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) Commissioner Myron Frans said.

Majority of COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota come from long-term care facilities

By Elle Johnson | Jul 9, 2020

Minnesota's long-term care facilities have received the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic, making up 78.8% of all coronavirus deaths in the state, The Center Square reported.

Housley releases statement on botched COVID-19 testing

By Elle Johnson | May 28, 2020

Minnesota's long-term care facilities are the topic of botched COVID-19 testing, but Sen. Karin Housley (R-St. Mary's Point), Senate Family Care and Aging Committee chair, issued a statement on the reports.

From Minnesota State Wire

Minnesota businesses to reopen after Senate passes bill

By Elle Johnson | 5 years ago

The Minnesota Senate passed a bill that allows businesses to begin reopening in the state regardless of Gov. Tim Walz's executive orders.

Gruenhagen urges residents to listen to health officials

By Elle Johnson | Mar 25, 2020

Rep. Glenn Gruenhagen wrote a letter to Minnesota residents urging them to listen to health experts during the coronavirus pandemic.

Woodbury presents challenges for small business owners

By Elle Johnson | Mar 16, 2020

Small businesses in Woodbury face unique challenges in a city where businesses are booming and rapidly growing.