Ahead of court appearance on Friday, authorities detail how suspect Vance Boelter allegedly left behind notebooks, GPS records as evidence and that he and his wife were "preppers."| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Catch up on some of the other business that took place at the Minnesota Capitol.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
The budget deal comes with a compromise on immigrant health care, prompting outcry from DFL lawmakers and potentially derailing final votes.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Minnesota DFL leaders release a negotiation offer for a special session, while Republican leaders say the legislative process is being ignored| Wadena Pioneer Journal
The Department of Commerce released finalized rates on Wednesday, with a 22% average increase for the individual market and a 14% increase for small group plans.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Gov. Tim Walz has rejected that Minnesota is a sanctuary state, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey doubles down on his city’s immigration policies.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Walz could call a special session whenever he wants, but the current makeup of the Legislature would make it difficult for an assault weapons ban to make it to a floor vote.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
12-year-old Sophia Forchas is progressing and preparing to move to an inpatient rehabilitation program, family says.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Experts say there could be an average increase in health insurance rates for individual markets of over 16% — nearly 13% for small group markets — if enhanced tax credits are not extended.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
A Duluth judge sided with the victims’ family members, who argued strongly against a prison sentence for the alcohol-fueled crash.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Acting U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson announced charges for eight individuals who are accused of fraudulently billing the state’s 2020 Medicaid program.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
As Gov. Tim Walz plans to call a special session on gun violence, early Senate proposals preview a tough climb for new gun control.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Democrat Xp Lee took the victory Tuesday night against Republican Ruth Bittner for the House seat in Brooklyn Park.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Walz officially announced Tuesday morning that he will be seeking a rare third term in 2026 after strongly signaling his run last week.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
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More than a year after Minnesota adopted a new state flag, the symbol remains for many in the state a source of division and contention rather than a banner of unifying pride.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
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After suffering an act of political violence, Minnesota politicians are quickly condemning the shooting of the conservative commentator at Utah Valley University.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Robert Ivers, 72, formerly of North Dakota, was previously sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for threatening to kill a federal judge| Wadena Pioneer Journal
12-year-old Sophia Forchas has improved from critical condition to serious condition.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Preliminary and detention hearing for Boelter pushed to July 3 after he told the judge Friday that he’s ‘not suicidal’ but hasn’t slept in two weeks.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Starting Tuesday, July 1, a series of changes in Minnesota law will take effect, including provisions allowing motorcycle lanes to split and filter and protections for child influencers.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
The latest hunting, fishing and wildlife news from Minnesota. Deer, moose, walleye, archery, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources news and more.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Sen. John Hoffman remains in critical but stable condition, while his wife Yvette, is in stable condition.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Wadena, Minnesota, area news and weather along with top headlines from throughout the state of Minnesota| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Vance Boelter, the suspect who has been charged in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, will appear in federal court Monday afternoon| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Gov. Tim Walz addressed the state and nation after Vance Boelter, the suspect in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, was arrested Sunday night in Sibley County| Wadena Pioneer Journal
The Patrol said on social media that "No kings" flyers were found in the vehicle of the suspect in a pair of shootings that left Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband dead Saturday.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
With a tied House and partisan divides, Minnesota lawmakers passed a $67 billion state budget and a $700 million bonding package in what Gov. Tim Walz is calling a historic feat.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
The Legislature also passed a repeal for MinnesotaCare coverage for undocumented adults, new data center provisions and modifications to the state’s safe and sick time law.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Gov. Tim Walz is set to appear alongside governors from New York and Illinois over immigration enforcement as part of a hearing with “sanctuary governors.”| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Catch up on some of the other business that took place this week inside the Minnesota Capitol| Wadena Pioneer Journal
How the third-term Minnesota Senator, who resigned Thursday after being charged withr soliciting a minor for sex work, entered the Legislature — and what he did while there| Wadena Pioneer Journal
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Business news from Wadena and throughout Minnesota. New business openings, restaurants and more.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Thursday morning's resignation announcement comes minutes before his caucus had reportedly planned to expel him| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Leaders with the Minnesota DFL and GOP, as well as the Minnesota House and Senate, called for Eichorn to resign following the report of his Monday, March 17 arrest in Bloomington| Wadena Pioneer Journal
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Projections presented Thursday, March 6 are down from November’s budget forecast, which showed an anticipated $5 billion deficit for 2028-29| Wadena Pioneer Journal
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How slow population growth, the pandemic and government spending have created Minnesota’s projected $5 billion deficit| Wadena Pioneer Journal
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Mary Murphy joined Forum Communications in October 2024 as the Minnesota State Correspondent. She can be reached by email at mmurphy@forumcomm.com.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
After lawsuits claiming unfair exclusion from cannabis licenses, the Office of Cannabis Management makes adjustments to the first cannabis lottery in Minnesota.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Medication abortion, out-of-state patients and funding for clinics are key points of focus for Minnesota abortion experts.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
