MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE
Minn. Legislature adjusts sick leave for staff
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Legislature is adjusting sick leave policies for staff members to account for potential flu outbreaks or another widespread illness.November 17, 2009
Gov. Pawlenty continues on path to be a presidential candidate
(WDAZ TV) - Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty has been giving speeches across the nation. Is it a sign he's planning a run for President? A political analyst weighs in.
By Christine Boggy , November 14, 2009
Klobuchar seeks better pandemic preparations
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar is holding a discussion with state public health experts to discuss improving preparedness in the event of a future flu pandemic.November 13, 2009
Minnesota Senator favors North Dakota diversion
(WDAY TV) - Another “no” for a Minnesota diversion flood protection project; this time from U-S Senator Amy Klobuchar.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 12, 2009
MN Senator listens to college financial aid concerns
Moorhead, Minn. (WDAY TV) - Some college students working three jobs say they are still drowning in debt. MSUM students shared their stories with U.S. Senator Al Franken.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 12, 2009
The MN Supreme Court steps in to pay for public defenders
(WDAY TV) - Public defenders often take a lot of heat because those men and women have huge caseloads and defend the accused and repeat offenders who can't pay. After statewide layoffs in the public defender's office and no help from the legislature, the state Supreme Court has now stepped in.
By Kevin Wallevand , November 12, 2009
Pawlenty, senators to mark Veterans Day in Minn.
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, Minn. (AP) — Hundreds of Minnesota military veterans and their families heard words of thanks from state political leaders on Veterans Day.November 11, 2009
Pawlenty shoots buck, but struggles to find it
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Pawlenty shot a buck during the Governor's Deer Opener last weekend, but he and his hunting companions were unable to find the wounded animal.By STEVE KARNOWSKI , November 10, 2009
On long-term homelessness, Pawlenty misses goal
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Barely a year into his first term, Gov. Tim Pawlenty set out to end long-term homelessness in Minnesota by 2010, an audacious-sounding goal that he insisted was "very real and attainable."By MARTIGA LOHN , November 09, 2009
The umemployment rate contiues to climb
(WDAY TV) - A Minnesota lawmaker is reacting to news the nation's unemployment rate has gone up. Unemployment hit 10.2 percent in October, the highest since 1983.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 08, 2009
Candidates for Minnesota Governor debate in Moorhead
Moorhead, Minn. (WDAY TV) - People in Minnesota had a chance to hear from their possible next Governor at a debate in Moorhead. The 7th Congressional District DFL party hosted the open meeting with nearly all the democratic candidates. The panel answered questions from voters and taxpayers.
By Todd Kurtz , November 08, 2009
Pawlenty heads to NW Minnesota for deer opener
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Pawlenty travels to northwestern Minnesota for the Seventh Annual Governor's Deer Hunting Opener.November 06, 2009
Former State Auditor wants to make tax system changes
Moorhead, Minn. (WDAY TV) - Coming off of several Minnesota school elections, a Republican candidate for Governor says control in education needs to shift.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 04, 2009
Minn. voters to have say in local elections
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Monday is the last day of campaigning for candidates and causes on the ballot in local elections.November 02, 2009
Minn. lawsuit challenges Pawlenty's budget cuts
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Six Minnesota residents sued Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Thursday over unilateral budget cuts he made without legislative approval, alleging he violated state laws and the state constitution.October 30, 2009
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