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Minnesota Caucus: Big turnout for the DFL, tight race for the GOP in governor's race, a showdown between Craig-Flanagan

February 4, 2026
Caucus Night In Minnesota: Both parties expect a big turnout but there are security concerns as well "There's a high level of engagement, especially in Minnesota right now," says WCCO political analyst Blois Olson

February 3, 2026
Out with the old? Young Democrats are trying to convince voters to send a new generation to Congress

February 2, 2026
It's Official: Sen. Klobuchar says she's running for Minnesota governor

January 29, 2026
Chris Madel drops out of the race for governor, says he can't support "Republican retribution" in Minnesota "Operation Metro Surge has expanded far beyond its stated focus on true public safety threats," say Madel

January 26, 2026
Report: Senator Amy Klobuchar takes first step towards possible campaign for governor KSTP-TV Political Reporter and WCCO Host Tom Hauser was first to report she filed paperwork Thursday

January 22, 2026
Another name enters Minnesota Senate race as former sports reporter and WCCO host Michele Tafoya declares for GOP "I walked the sidelines when the stakes were the highest, and that job taught me how leadership really works"

January 21, 2026
All eyes now on U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar who is rumored to be gearing up for a run at governor WCCO political analyst Blois Olson says Klobuchar did a lot of prep last year when Walz was still undecided

January 6, 2026
Narrowing the Field for 2026: Who is in and who might be in the race for governor with Walz dropping out Biggest political name being bandied about is U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar who has not officially declared yet

January 5, 2026
It's Official: Gov. Tim Walz announces he will drop out of the 2026 race saying he can't "give it his all" "I’m passing on the race with zero sadness and zero regret," Walz said in a written statement

January 5, 2026