Walz to address Trump's Education Department layoffs
FOX 9's Bill Keller previews Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's press conference on President Donald Trump's cuts to the U.S. Department of Education.
MN House 40B special election: What's at stake
A special election for Minnesota House District 40B is on Tuesday, with control of the House of Representatives at stake. FOX 9's Bill Keller shares the details.
Gov. Walz responds to MN budget forecast, answers questions
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz responds to the state budget and economic forecast, address questions and discussing the impact of inflation. Once flushed with a record-setting projected surplus of $17.5 billion in 2023, the latest projected budget by Minnesota’s Department of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) says the state’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 projected balance is now $456 million – $160 million lower than estimates provided in December. The projected general fund shortfall for the 2028-29 budget cycle is now $5.995 billion, $852 million less than the most recent previous estimates, MMB says. The report also predicts that spending growth will outpace revenue in FY 2029.
First Minnesota COVID case detected 5 years ago today
The first confirmed case of COVID-19 was detected in Minnesota on March 6, 2020, marking the start of the state's public health response to a virus that killed millions of people worldwide and upended many aspects of society.
MN weather: Gov. Walz authorizes National Guard to help after snowstorm
Gov. Tim Walz has authorized the Minnesota National Guard to help support communities after the March snowstorm.
Gov. Walz reacts to tariffs
Gov. Walz spoke out on Tuesday against President Trump's tariffs against Canada and Mexico.
Tariff impact on MN farmers highlighted by Gov. Walz as policies begin
As President Trump's increased tariffs take effect on Tuesday, Gov. Walz is highlighting the impact they could have on Minnesota farmers.
Walz fires back when asked to apologize for 'facist and Nazis' comment
Gov. Tim Walz fires back after Minnesota Senate Republicans ask him to apologize for saying "our county is being stolen by facist and Nazis." Minnesota Senate Republicans posted the audio clip of Walz saying those remarks at an event.
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Gov. Walz on plan to keep health insurance costs down [RAW]
Gov. Tim Walz discussed his plan to keep health insurance costs down for taxpayers. The plan would move responsibility for the state share of reinsurance to insurers rather than taxpayers.
Gov. Tim Walz not running for Minnesota's US Senate seat, spokesperson says
Gov. Tim Walz will not run for Minnesota's U.S. Senate seat, but could seek a third term as governor, according to a spokesperson.
Bridge near Rapidan Dam demolished
Multiple explosions demolished the County Road 9 bridge near the Rapidan Dam after last summer's breach that led to the dam's partial failure.
Gov. Walz declares election date for race that has left House power struggle
Gov. Walz has declared the date of a special election for the race for District 40B, after the seat was vacated by a judge, which has led to a showdown in the Minnesota House.
How President Trump's federal funding freeze could impact Minnesota
The State of Minnesota says it is trying to traverse potential impacts of a federal funding freeze that was set to be put in place by President Trump's administration on Tuesday.
MN DNR firefighters helping fight Los Angeles area wildfires
Firefighters from Minnesota are heading to fight multiple active wildfires across Southern California that scorched over 50,000 acres across three counties.
Gov. Walz unveils $887 million infrastructure plan at Rapidan Dam
Governor Tim Walz unveiled his proposed 2025 infrastructure plan on Thursday that includes $887 million for projects that “protect Minnesota’s drinking water, keep communities safe, and support housing development."
Sales tax cut for some in Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz budget proposal
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is proposing the state’s first ever sales tax cut in a budget that raises taxes at the same time.
Walz proposes sales tax cut but only for some
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz presented his two-year budget proposal, and in it he proposed a cut to sales tax but also proposed to raise the sales tax on certain services. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
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Gov. Walz budget proposal for Minnesota [RAW]
Here's Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's full press conference on his budget proposal.
Gov. Tim Walz's budget proposal for Minnesota: Here's what's in it
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz presented his two-year budget proposal on Thursday amid an ongoing power struggle at the Capitol.
MN House DFL members threatening to hold up start of Legislative session
House DFL members were sworn in on Sunday in an early oath of office ceremony, ahead of the start of the legislative session. Democrats are threatening not to show up for the start of the legislative session as they are locked in a power struggle with the GOP. GOP lawmakers are calling the ceremony on Sunday illegitimate, while the DFL says the early ceremony is not unprecedented. Meanwhile, in the Senate, Democrats and Republicans have agreed to a power-sharing agreement.