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- 1Amy Klobuchar launches Minnesota governor bid focused on costs●🌲 Minnesota voters abroad, Amy Klobuchar is running for governor this November, focusing on lowering costs, affordable h
Senator Amy Klobuchar is running for governor of Minnesota in this November's election, with a campaign centred on lowering costs, affordable health care and child care, housing, and government accountability. Democrats Abroad are urging Minnesota voters living overseas to request their ballots via VoteFromAbroad.org ahead of the vote.
- 2Federal Employee Union Backs Trina Swanson for Congress▼Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Minnesota’s Trina Swanson for Election to U.S. House
The American Federation of Government Employees, the largest union representing US federal workers, has endorsed Trina Swanson's campaign for a Minnesota seat in the US House of Representatives. The endorsement gives her organized labor backing in the race, signaling union support for her candidacy as the election campaign moves forward.
- 3Walz says he weighed leaving office after Hortman killing●Walz said he considered leaving public office after Hortman assassination
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he considered stepping away from public office following the assassination of former state House Speaker Melissa Hortman. Hortman was killed earlier this year in a shooting that shocked Minnesota's political community. Walz's comments reveal how deeply the attack affected his own commitment to public service, and the remark is drawing attention as officials continue to reflect on political violence.
- 4Open US House seat up for grabs in Minnesota's 2nd District▼Politics Friday: An open House seat is up for grabs in Minnesota's 2nd District
Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District has an open seat in the US House of Representatives, and candidates are competing to win it. Minnesota Public Radio's Politics Friday segment examined the contest and what the race could mean for the district. With no incumbent in the running, the outcome may be closely contested.
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Minnesota's housing market is showing a modest upturn, according to a report carried by regional radio outlet KRWC 1360 AM. The item points to improving conditions in the state's residential real estate market, though no specific figures on sales, prices or inventory were provided. It comes as housing markets across the US have been closely watched amid elevated mortgage rates.
- 6Minnesota Housing commits $4.4M to Greater Minnesota housing projects▼Minnesota Housing invests $4.4M in Greater MN market-rate projects
Minnesota Housing has announced a $4.4 million investment in market-rate housing projects across Greater Minnesota. The funding is aimed at expanding housing options outside the Twin Cities metro area, where many smaller communities face shortages of rental and ownership housing. Local coverage highlights the state agency's role in supporting development in rural and regional markets.
- 7Iraq War veteran gets free roof through Purple Heart Homes●Iraq War veteran selected for free roof through Purple Heart Homes
An Iraq War veteran has been selected to receive a new roof at no cost through Purple Heart Homes, an organization that supports veterans with housing needs. The story was reported by KTTC in Rochester, Minnesota. It highlights ongoing efforts by nonprofits to assist veterans with home repairs they might not otherwise afford.