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It's early, but the organization's new leader senses renewed energy around a young club that's off to a 7-6 start — including four straight wins. The post Tom Pohlad takes the Twins’ reins — and the heat from bruised fans that comes with it appeared first on MinnPost.
Omar, Morrison among Dems calling for use of 25th Amendment. Plus: a debate over debates stokes hot Senate race; and more. The post D.C. Memo: Minnesota lawmakers who want to oust Trump face long odds appeared first on MinnPost.
Plus: Frey says he will veto Minneapolis City Council's rejection of Community Safety Commissioner; and more The post DOJ appoints right-wing conspiracy theorist as Minnesota immigration judge appeared first on MinnPost.
As a college student, it's readily apparent how many classmates waste time and focus while mindlessly scrolling social media. The post My generation is addicted to social media content appeared first on MinnPost.
Federal health officials have reset to day one a three-month window to approve the state’s request for Medicaid dollars. The post Trump administration temporarily blocks Minnesota’s historic wage floor for nursing home workers appeared first on MinnPost.
Riverview Farms touts its environmental record and market forces in an expansion bid that's opposed by many small farmers. MPCA will field comments for another month and host a public meeting in Morris. The post Regulators collecting more public input amid concerns about large-scale dairy farming appeared first on MinnPost.
Incumbent: Emily Larson
The 2027 Duluth Mayoral Election will be held on November 2, 2027, to elect the mayor of Duluth, Minnesota. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, responsible for overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, and representing Duluth in regional and state affairs.
Incumbent: Gary Anderson
The Duluth City Council Election on November 2, 2027, will determine the composition of the city council for Duluth, Minnesota, with multiple seats up for election. Council members serve four-year terms and are responsible for setting city policy, approving budgets, and overseeing municipal services.
Incumbent: Keith Ellison
The 2026 Minnesota gubernatorial and lieutenant gubernatorial election is a state-level race to elect the executive leadership of Minnesota. This determines the governor and lieutenant governor of the state.
Incumbent: Tammy Baldwin
The 2026 Minnesota State General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to determine the winners of statewide and legislative offices. All seats in the Minnesota Senate and Minnesota House of Representatives are up for election, along with constitutional officers such as governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, state auditor, and attorney general.
Incumbent: Amy Klobuchar
The Minnesota Federal General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the state's representatives in the U.S. House of Representatives and one U.S. Senate seat. All eight congressional districts are up for election, along with the senator currently serving Class II seat, which is up for regular election in 2026.
Incumbent: Kim Norton
The Rochester Mayoral Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the next mayor of Rochester, Minnesota, the state's third-largest city. The office oversees city operations, public safety, budgeting, and economic development, with a four-year term beginning in January 2027.
Incumbent: David Otte
The Rochester City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Rochester, Minnesota. Voters will elect members to represent various wards across the city, with seats up for election in a staggered cycle. This local election influences city policy, budgeting, zoning, and public safety initiatives.
The Bloomington Mayoral Election is a city-level election held on November 3, 2026, to determine the next mayor of Bloomington, Minnesota. Voters will choose among candidates to lead the city government for a four-year term, with the mayor overseeing city operations, budget, and policy implementation in Minnesota's fourth-largest city.
The Bloomington City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for the city of Bloomington, Minnesota. Multiple seats are up for election, with candidates competing to represent various wards or serve at-large positions depending on the city's charter. The election is nonpartisan, though candidates may affiliate with political parties.
The Brooklyn Park Mayoral Election of 2026 is a municipal election to select the mayor of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, the sixth-largest city in the state. The election will be held on November 3, 2026, alongside other local elections, with the winner serving a four-year term beginning in January 2027.
The Brooklyn Park City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine several seats on the city council in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. These local elections decide representation for residents on municipal policies including public safety, zoning, budgeting, and community development.
Incumbent: Kelli Slavik
The Plymouth mayoral election is a city-level race to determine the next mayor of Plymouth, Minnesota. Voters will elect one individual to serve a four-year term leading the city government, overseeing municipal operations, and representing Plymouth's interests at the county and state levels.
The Plymouth City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Plymouth, Minnesota. Voters will elect candidates to fill seats on the council, which is responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and city policy. The election is nonpartisan, though candidates may affiliate with political parties.
Incumbent: Mark Steffenson
The Maple Grove Mayoral Election will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect the mayor of Maple Grove, Minnesota. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, and representing the city in regional and state affairs.
Incumbent: Phil Leith
The Maple Grove City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Hennepin County, Minnesota. Voters will elect council members to represent the city's wards, with responsibilities including local budgeting, zoning, and public safety oversight.
The Woodbury Mayoral Election is a city-level election held on November 3, 2026, to determine the next mayor of Woodbury, Minnesota. The office is responsible for overseeing city operations, setting policy, and managing the city's budget and public services.
The Woodbury City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Woodbury, Minnesota. Voters will elect council members to represent the city's wards, with multiple seats typically up for election in off-year municipal contests.
Incumbent: Ron Case
The Eden Prairie Mayoral Election on November 3, 2026, is a nonpartisan city election to select the mayor of Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, overseeing municipal operations and representing the city in intergovernmental affairs.
Incumbent: Lisa Whittaker
The Eden Prairie City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Minnesota's tenth-largest city. Voters will elect council members to represent the city's four wards and serve four-year terms overseeing local governance, zoning, budgeting, and public safety.
The Coon Rapids Mayoral Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the mayor of Coon Rapids, Minnesota. This nonpartisan municipal election determines the city's chief executive officer, responsible for overseeing city operations, implementing council policies, and representing the city in regional and state matters.
Incumbent: Jerry Koch
The Coon Rapids City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine representation for multiple wards on the city council in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Voters will elect council members to serve four-year terms, with several seats up for election in this nonpartisan municipal race.
Incumbent: Elizabeth Kautz
The Burnsville Mayoral Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the city's chief executive for a four-year term. Voters in Burnsville, Minnesota, will choose among candidates to lead municipal operations, public safety, budgeting, and community development initiatives.
The Burnsville City Council Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council in Burnsville, Dakota County, Minnesota. Three seats are up for election in this nonpartisan municipal race, with candidates competing to represent residents on local policy, budget, and community development issues.
Incumbent: Mandy Meisner
The Anoka County Board Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the county board, which oversees county services including public safety, infrastructure, health, and budgeting. Anoka County is Minnesota's fourth-most populous county, and the board consists of five commissioners elected from single-member districts to staggered four-year terms. This election will fill seats in districts where terms are expiring, with voters selecting representatives to govern county affairs.
Incumbent: Irene Fernando
The Hennepin County Board Election in Minnesota will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect members of the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners. This county-level race determines local governance over public health, transportation, libraries, and human services for Minnesota's most populous county.
