Trump announces $15bn Iowa steel plant as he bids to boost flagging midterm hopes President says plant will be built by Indian-owned company and calls it largest such facility in American history The Guardian - US · Sep 28
Anti-vax ally of RFK Jr. faces Senate showdown in bid to run FDA President Donald Trump’s nominee to take over the Food and Drug Administration is set to answer questions Thursday The Independent UK · Sep 24
2 killed, 3 police officers injured in downtown Minneapolis shooting A downtown Minneapolis apartment building shooting resulted in two civilian deaths. The suspect also died, and three police officers sustained injuries. Two officers were wounded by gunfire and are in stable condition. Residents heard multiple gunshots and saw a man with a pistol. State and federal authorities are assisting local… The Economic Times · Sep 3
Minneapolis apartment shooting leaves three dead, multiple injured Two people were killed and a suspect died after a shooting at a downtown Minneapolis apartment building on Wednesday, police said. Three police officers were injured, including two who suffered gunshot wounds, and were in stable condition. One victim died at the scene and another at a hospital. France 24 · Sep 3
A shooting in downtown Minneapolis leaves multiple people wounded, authorities say According to officials, authorities are responding to a shooting in Minneapolis with multiple victims, including two police officers The Independent UK · Sep 2
Abbott asks court to reject Minnesota bid to force extradition of ICE officer The Texas governor said he has doubts Christian Castro is a fugitive subject to extradition, adding the state is still investigating. A hearing on keeping him in custody is Tuesday. The Texas Tribune · Aug 25
Abbott asks court to reject Minnesota bid to force extradition of ICE officer The Texas governor said he has doubts Christian Castro is a fugitive subject to extradition, adding the state is still investigating. A hearing on keeping him in custody is Tuesday. The Texas Tribune · Aug 24
States enact 14 ESG-related bills in 2026, the fewest since 2021 Welcome to the Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Aug 24
Michele Tafoya: from unassuming NFL sideline reporter to rightwing firebrand The former Sunday Night Football stalwart is now one step from a seat in the US Senate. And she could cause a shock in liberal Minnesota The Guardian - US · Aug 20
Elon Musk Says Derek Chauvin Is 'Not a Murderer' as Convicted Officer Fights To Overturn George Floyd Case Elon Musk claims Derek Chauvin is 'not a murderer' amid Chauvin's latest legal attempt to overturn his conviction, sparking renewed debate over the high-profile case. International Business Times UK · Aug 19
Minnesota governor signs order to stop any mining efforts in Boundary Waters wilderness Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has suspended state work on proposed mining projects in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness The Independent UK · Aug 18
Minnesota enacts omnibus elections and campaign finance bills in 2026 session The Minnesota Legislature adjourned its 2026 legislative session on May 17 after passing two election-related bills, both of which Gov. Tim Walz (D) signed into law. Ballotpedia · Aug 18
Peggy Flanagan wins Minnesota Democratic Senate primary as progressives score another victory Peggy Flanagan won the Minnesota Democratic Senate primary, defeating Angie Craig. This victory signals a progressive shift within the Democratic Party. Flanagan will now face Republican Michele Tafoya in the general election. Republicans see an opportunity in Minnesota's divided political landscape. Lisa Demuth secured the Republican nomination for governor. The Economic Times · Aug 12
Flanagan clinches Democratic Senate nod in Minnesota in win for progressives The progressive momentum in Democratic Senate primaries continued Tuesday, with Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan defeating the more moderate Rep. Angie Craig in a high-stakes contest. But progressives were dealt a setback in neighboring Wisconsin, with state Rep. Francesca Hong, a self-described democratic socialist and the perceived front-runner in the… Roll Call · Aug 12
The Guardian - US · Aug 11 Minnesota primaries could mark change of path for Democrats and Republicans From progressive and moderate to election deniers, state sees wide spectrum of candidates in test of direction for both parties
Roll Call · Aug 7 What to know about the Minnesota Senate election Senate Democrats don’t have to wait long for their next big primary test. Their race for the open seat in Minnesota has fallen along familiar lines, and Tuesday will determine whether centrist Rep. Angie Craig or the more progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan comes out ahead. Craig, who flipped a…
The Independent UK · Aug 7 Attacks on America’s ‘super vulnerable’ water systems should be a wake up call after years of warnings, cybersecurity experts say IN FOCUS: States aren’t prepared for a new era of asymmetrical warfare, analysts tell Alex Woodward. A new wave of cyberattacks hacking into American infrastructure should spark a nationwide reckoning
The Independent UK · Aug 5 Mike Lindell quits MyPillow so he can focus on his run for Minnesota governor ‘Minnesota deserves my full attention, and that's exactly what I'm giving it,’ the pro-Trump businessman said
The Independent UK · Aug 4 The August elections that could derail Trump – and burst open a civil war among Democrats Alaska, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri South Carolina and Wisconsin are just some of the states braced for crucial House, Senate and gubernatorial primaries this month
The Guardian - US · Aug 4 US water facilities targeted by ‘malicious cyber actors’ – who’s to blame? Despite Trump’s efforts to blame Tim Walz and Minnesota, officials suspect Iran behind attacks on US infrastructure
Sports Illustrated · Aug 3 Over 1,000 Timberwolves Fans Got ‘Naz Reid’ Tattoos for $20. He Got Traded. Now What? The story of $20 tattoos and fans bidding farewell to a former undrafted afterthought who turned into a franchise icon.
International Business Times UK · Aug 2 Trump Claims Minnesota Is 'Behind' Water System Cyberattacks Not Iran as Governor Walz Fires Back Donald Trump rejects claims of Iranian involvement in US water system cyberattacks, blaming Minnesota and Governor Tim Walz. Federal agencies continue to investigate potential Iranian links.
International Business Times UK · Aug 2 'Deranged and Irresponsible': Trump Slammed for Defending Iran After Minnesota Water Cyberattack President Trump faces criticism for dismissing intelligence on a cyberattack in Minnesota, blaming the state's governor instead of Iran, raising concerns over national security priorities.
The Times of India · Aug 1 Trump rejects Iran role in Minnesota water cyberattacks, blames 'grossly incompetent' Tim Walz US President Donald Trump on Friday rejected claims that Iran was behind a series of cyberattacks targeting Minnesota's water systems, instead blaming the state's Democratic leadership without providing evidence.
International Business Times UK · Aug 1 Court Rejects Musk's xAI Bid To Block 'AI Child Porn' Ban Carrying $500K Penalties per Image A federal judge denied xAI's emergency request to halt Minnesota's law against AI 'nudification', allowing the statute to take effect. The law targets platforms using technology to create sexualised images without consent.