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Endorsement scorecard: Ranking Minneapolis's wannabe mayors by support

The race is on for outgoing Mayor R.T. Rybak's office. Facing a crowded field of candidates, the six leading mayoral contenders are relying on a key measure to help them stand out from the pack: Who they can get to endorse them. See Also: - Who's in the race? A guide to the six candidates for Minne ... More >>

Macalester admin to Wells Fargo-protesting students: Hate the game, not the player

This morning, about 30 Macalester students continue to hold a sit-in in Weyerhaeuser Hall. They're demanding the school sever its banking relationship with Wells Fargo, a bank they accuse of foreclosing on more Minnesota homes than anyone.THE BACKSTORY: Macalester students occupying president's offi ... More >>

Tim Pawlenty keeps spending money on personal rapid transit

Podcars: Coming to Winona?​The Pawlenty administration has approved at least $150,000 since the start of the year on personal rapid transit system studies. That's despite the fact that key state lawmakers have told MnDOT not to waste taxpayer dollars on PRT and podcars. Isn't it usually the ... More >>

Should Minn. drivers be required to learn 'EcoDriving' skills?

Most of us know the common sense ways we can save gas while out driving our cars, but should new Minnesota drivers be required to learn these skills in driver's ed?

Minnesota lobbyists rank Twin Cities legislators

The brightest stars and dimmest hacks in the Capitol

Who's to Blame?

In the wake of the I-35W bridge collapse, it's time to take a hard look at the politicians and policies that may have contributed to the disaster

Running Man

Keith Ellison, the DFL's endorsee for Congress in the Fifth District, has spent the summer countering attacks from Republicans—and Democrats. What made him everyone's favorite target?

Kelley next among DFL trio to announce his LG

Rybak's lawful assembly

Twins Stadium: Verbatim testimony from the House

Failing Grade for "No Child"

Opat to Pawlenty: Let's get it on

You Know You Want It

The Strib's sometimes-contrarian editorial board joins the pro-stadium chorus

The Stadium Referendum: How They Voted

Crosstown Project: A Smokescreen for Transit Cuts?