The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released the name of a former employee who wrongfully viewed the data of about 5,000 people without a legitimate, job-related reason.

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter It’s more than just another bill to her, explained Rep. Laurie Halverson of Eagan. …

by Howard Lestrud ECM Political Editor Gov. Mark Dayton released his 2014-2015 budget on Tuesday and said he is keeping …

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton’s 2014-15 state budget proposal is the boldest seen since the …

by Howard Lestrud ECM Political Editor Some tough issues are expected to come before some agriculture and natural resources committees …

Insurance health care exchange legislation cleared its first legislative committee with Democratic leaders wanting the complex bill signed by the governor and out the door by the end of March.

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter Rep. Mike Freiberg lives three blocks away from Rose McGee in Golden Valley and …

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter Don’t panic over electronic pull-tabs, a charitable gaming official counseled lawmakers. “Those numbers are …

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter Anti-smoking advocates look to curb the unhealthy habit of cigarette smoking by increasing the …

by T.W. Budig ECM Capitol reporter Anti-smoking advocates look to curb the unhealthy habit of cigarette smoking by increasing the …