Michael McIntee is a former network TV news executive with more than 30 years of broadcasting experience. He began his broadcasting career at the University of Minnesota's student radio station. He is an expert producer, writer, video editor who has a fondness for new technology but denies that he is a geek. More about Michael McIntee »
This year’s John R. Finnegan Freedom of Information Award recipient is Chris Serres of the Star Tribune, for his use of requested government data in his series of reports on abuse in senior care facilities in Minnesota.
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Governor Mark Dayton delivers his final State of the State address to the Minnesota House and Senate. Continue Reading →
The Minnesota gubernatorial candidates forum was not dull. With 9 candidates- several who you probably haven’t heard before – it had some bizarre and interesting moments. Continue Reading →
On a mostly party line vote, a pair of gun violence prevention bills are stalled in a Minnesota House committee. Advocates of the bills aren’t giving up. Continue Reading →
Michelle Lee was a fixture on Duluth TV for 30 years and still has a lot of name recognition, something her other DFL opponents lack. However, unlike most of her opponents, this is her first run for elective office.
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An Apple Valley high school teacher who is also a soldier calls President Donald Trump’s plan to arm teachers to deter school shootings “foolish and dangerous.”
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A coalition of Minnesota unions and non-profits rally in the state capitol rotunda for the right to form unions, have equitable pay, affordable health care and quality schools. Continue Reading →
Two GOP committee chairs are put on the spot and asked if they will give bills aimed at reducing gun violence a hearing this session. Neither will commit to a hearing. The bills have been in their committees for about a year. Continue Reading →
Invoking Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s name, a coalition of groups across the country and in Minnesota is promising a massive wave of non-violent civil disobedience action this spring to fight a rise in racism and poverty. Continue Reading →
“There will be a primary and I’ll defend my endorsement in it,” said Rep. Tim Walz after former St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman said he hadn’t decided yet if he would abide by the DFL gubernatorial endorsement process. Continue Reading →
President Donald Trump makes his first State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress. Topics include immigration, DACA, and the economy. Continue Reading →
During a candidates forum in Northfield, Jeff Erdmann and Angie Craig made their best pitches to DFLers this week, hoping to win their votes in an endorsement battle that begins with the precinct caucuses on February 6. Continue Reading →
MN Gov Mark Dayton holds a news conference the day after Sen. Al Franken’s office sets Jan. 2, 2018 as the date Franken will resign and Jan 3 as the date Lt. Gov. Tina Smith will be sworn in as US Senator. Continue Reading →
Governor Mark Dayton is tasked with choosing Sen Al Franken’s replacement. He will make his decision in the coming days. Continue Reading →
Senator Al Franken (D-MN) says he will be resigning from the Senate in the next few weeks. The resignation comes after weeks of increasing allegations of sexual misconduct against Franken and sets off a political scramble in his home state of Minnesota. Continue Reading →
Governor Mark Dayton is not laying the blame for the state’s projected $188 million dollar deficit over the next 18 months. However, House Minority Leader Melissa Hortman (DFL) was quick to blame the GOP. Continue Reading →
Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R) announces impending layoffs of Senate employees and last paychecks for Senators. He is making the move in response to Governor Mark Dayton’s veto of operational funds for the legislature.
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What can you expect from St. Paul first African American mayor? Days before Melvin Carter won a surprising first round ballot election he gave a speech pretending he had already been in office for four years. Continue Reading →
Minneapolis mayoral candidates talk arts and culture in a 75 minute forum. Participating are: Rep. Raymond Dehn, City Council Member Jacob Frey, Tom Hoch, Mayor Betsy Hodges, Nekima Levy-Pounds, and Aswar Rahman. Continue Reading →
Dr. Bernice A. King, youngest daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King is in the Twin Cities to carry on her father’s work with a program called Nonviolence365™. Continue Reading →
The Republican Liberty Caucus of Minnesota (RLCMN) holds one of the first Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Forum of the 2018 election in New Hope. Continue Reading →
Minnesota’s Supreme Court says a move by Governor Mark Dayton to bring Republican legislative leaders back to the bargaining table is constitutional and has ordered the two sides into mediation.
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Frustrated constituents of Rep. Jason Lewis want a face-to-face meeting they’ve repeatedly asked for since January. Lewis says their visits to his office intimidate his staff. Continue Reading →
Unlike most Democrats, all Minnesota Republican congressional offices prevent recording of video in their offices. But Rep. Lewis’ is the only office saying it does so for staff safety.
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Rep. Keith Ellison (DFL-MN) knows why Democrats lost in 2016. He says he knows how they can win and prevent America from slipping into fascism under Donald Trump. Continue Reading →
