Minnesota's Senate DFL forms a Select Subcommittee to address the impact of federal budget cuts on the state and prepare communities for resulting challenges.

Washington County reappointed Chuck LeRoux to Brown's Creek Watershed District and approved maintenance deals for the METRO Gold Line.

Morrison County Board of Commissioners has a busy schedule with community events, meetings, and policy conferences from September 7-13, including a new judge introduction and budget meeting.

Governor Tim Walz's executive order aims to maintain vaccine access in Minnesota amid federal actions potentially limiting availability, receiving support from state senators.

Sherburne County Commissioners will attend the AMC Fall Policy Conference in Alexandria, Minnesota, to help shape the 2026 legislative priorities for the state's counties.

John Piccone was granted variances by the BZA to connect his garage to his house at 1036 Goodrich Avenue, despite initially not meeting setback requirements.

A Special Election for House District 34B is set for Sept. 16, with a candidate forum offered to inform voters. Absentee voting is available until Election Day.

Governor Tim Walz announces a special election on September 16 in Minnesota's District 34B. Early and absentee voting has already started, with authorities advising voters to hand-deliver ballots due to time constraints.

Duluth Mayor Reinert proposes a 2.7% cap on property tax levy increase to address budget deficits while ensuring fiscal responsibility. His plan includes tighter budgets and efficiency improvements.

Minnesota Senator Omar Fateh criticizes the University of Minnesota for hosting a CBP recruitment event, citing it as support for harsh immigration policies.

Senator Matt Klein criticised HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., accusing him of jeopardizing public health in Minnesota, causing turmoil at the CDC, and promoting an extreme agenda. Klein plans to introduce state-level health measures in response.

St. Paul's Mayor Melvin Carter presents a budget focusing on housing, downtown revitalization, and opioid crisis, with significant investments across various programs.

The BCA's new office in Mankato will streamline operations, offering local law enforcement better access to investigative services, reducing critical response times in southern Minnesota.