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How Trump and Republicans lost the 2026 midterm elections, according to The AP Voter Poll
The voter poll cited the president's failures to tame inflation and concerns about his own fortune over their needs.
Your tiny, election news-free zone today
Plus: Learn to execute a PIT maneuver; get your own fort; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Jake Johnson sneaks past Brad Finstad in an apparent upset in southern Minnesota congressional district
Fewer than 350 votes separated the candidates in one of many Democratic U.S. House upsets across the country.
Party like it’s 2023: Just a few years after the ‘trifecta,’ the DFL retakes the Legislature
Republican stalwarts like Jim Abeler lost Tuesday amid a national blue wave that will also put Democrat Amy Klobuchar in the governor’s mansion.
Frazier to be next Hennepin County Attorney in a tight win for progressives
In a big night for Democrats, Frazier’s DFL endorsement may have propelled him to a narrow victory over longtime prosecutor Anders Folk.
Matt Little elected as Minnesota’s newest U.S. House member
Little will join a new House Democratic majority as voter anger targeted Republican incumbents across the country.
Klobuchar to become Minnesota’s first female governor after big night for Democrats
The proven political commodity handily disposed of state House Speaker Lisa Demuth. DFL supporters praised her work ethic and dependability.
Flanagan defeats Tafoya as blue wave that washed over the nation hits Minnesota
The lieutenant governor will become a member of a U.S. Senate that will be under Democratic control in the next Congress.
2026 Minnesota Election Results: Livestream
MinnPost presents a livestream of election night coverage exploring key Minnesota races, issues and what’s at stake for Minnesotans.
The biggest inconvenience to Minnesota voters on Election Day: constant rain
“Things have gone very well today,” a spokesperson for the Secretary of State’s office said.
2026 Election Results: Hennepin & Ramsey
Follow updates on the Hennepin County attorney attorney, sheriff and commissioner election results and Ramsey County Commission.
It’s unclear what the U.S. would accomplish by bombing Iran again
The Trump administration should explain what has changed since the earlier strikes and how it would determine whether another campaign had succeeded.
Humbird explores the stars — and mental health recovery — on new album and tour
Singer-songwriter Siri Undlin emerged from a dark period with songs that bring a touch of self-deprecating grace to her experience.
Biinjwebinigewi-giizhigad! (It is Election Day!)
Plus: Yes, there really are a lot of negative ads; judge orders return of deportee to Shakopee; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
A tech investor spent millions on ads opposing DFLers running for the Minnesota House and Senate
The ‘unprecedented’ outside expenditures came in the final weeks of key campaigns for the closely divided Legislature.
Live updates: At Minnesota watch parties, Democrats react to national ‘vibe shift’
Follow MinnPost's 2026 Minnesota election results live updates for the latest statewide, congressional and local races.
Photos: The road to Election Day in Minnesota
A look at scenes leading up to Minnesota's 2026 midterm election, from candidate town halls to early voting.
Minnesota is telling more people to seek mental health care. Who will help them?
Along with recruiting more therapists and psychiatrists, it's critical to retain the clinicians already working in the mental health care field.
Elections could strip Minnesota of a lot of clout in the U.S. Senate
And if Democrats flip the U.S. House, voters will dramatically alter the roles of the state’s congressional delegation with McCollum emerging a big winner.
Member tickets available for MinnPost Social: Election Wrap
Join MinnPost Washington correspondent Ana Radelat and Greater Minnesota reporter Brian Arola in conversation with executive editor Elizabeth Dunbar about the 2026 midterm results and what comes next.
Demuth plans to end universal school meals
Plus: Election monitors in Minnesota; Hermantown data center moves forward; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
2026 Election Results: General elections across the nation
Voters nationwide will elect governors in 36 states, fill 35 U.S. Senate seats and choose all 435 members of the U.S. House on Nov. 3, 2026.
2026 Minnesota Election Results: U.S. House
All eight of Minnesota’s U.S. House seats are on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot, with seven incumbents — four Republicans and three DFLers — seeking reelection.
2026 Minnesota Election Results: U.S. Senate
DFL Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Republican Michele Tafoya, a former sports broadcaster, are running for U.S. Senate in the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota Supreme Court
Minnesota Supreme Court Associate Justices Sarah Hennesy (Seat 1) and Paul Thissen (Seat 4) are on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot in nonpartisan, statewide races, and each is running unopposed.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota House
All 134 seats in the Minnesota House are on the ballot, where Republicans and DFLers each hold 67 seats. 68 seats are needed for a majority.
2026 Minnesota Election Results
Follow MinnPost for live updates on the 2026 Minnesota election results as voters head to the polls on Nov. 3, 2026 to choose local, statewide and federal candidates.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota Senate
All 67 seats in the Minnesota Senate are on the ballot in the Nov. 3, 2026 election, where DFLers currently hold a one-seat majority.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota Auditor
DFLer Zack Filipovich, Republican Scott Jensen and Forward Independence candidate Jay Reeves are running for Minnesota state auditor in the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota Secretary of State
Three-term DFL Secretary of State Steve Simon faces Republican Tad Jude, a former state legislator and district court judge, in the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota Attorney General
Two-term DFL Attorney General Keith Ellison and Republican Ron Schutz are running for Minnesota attorney general in the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota school funding constitutional amendment
If approved, the amendment would increase the annual payout to Minnesota school districts from the from 2.5% to 4.5% of the fund starting July 1, 2027.
Are IDs required to vote in Minnesota?
Unless you need to update your registration or register for the first time, just show up.
2026 Election Results: Minnesota Governor
Follow 2026 Minnesota governor election results as DFL candidate Amy Klobuchar and Republican candidate Lisa Demuth compete for the open seat
Recalling a mysterious figure on a freight train and an unforgettable Halloween
He scared me at first, but the 'Boxcar Man' Halloween costume he inspired remains a vivid memory.
Tribal voices power public art project on the Mississippi River
A cartographer is leading a basin-wide project that aims to put Indigenous knowledge of the Mississippi River on the map.
Outside money pours into suburban and Greater Minnesota House and Senate races, including St. Cloud and Rochester
A MinnPost analysis of independent expenditures reveals several expensive battles in the fight over control of the state Legislature.
D.C. Memo: Is Flanagan v. Tafoya close, or not?
WASHINGTON – Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, who was in an unexpectedly close race with Michele Tafoya for retiring Sen. Tina Smith’s seat, may have surged ahead of her rival in
Documenters report: Minneapolis Public Schools has 1,000 fewer students than expected, braces for $13 million loss
The school district cites federal immigration enforcement's Operation Metro Surge as a major factor in the lower student population.
So, do you come to Milwaukee often?
It's Algonquin for "The Good Land." Plus: The Apartment Depot; Happy trails, Gardens of Salonica; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Low-budget, last-minute Halloween costumes, MinnPost edition
You may not win any costume competitions, but that bit of buckthorn and pound of ground beef will be the talk of the party.
Ron Schutz hopes to break the DFL’s 56-year grip on the Minnesota AG’s office. Then what?
The Republican has provided scant details about how he would deal with fraud, whether he would proceed with Trump administration litigation and what new cases he might bring.
Watch: Breaking down Amy Klobuchar’s campaign for governor
What does Amy Klobuchar’s campaign for governor reveal about Minnesota politics, and how has her political career shaped her bid for the state’s highest office? In this interview, audience producer
Let’s ask election security questions — and listen to the answers
Curiosity about election administration is a democratic virtue, as long as we're open to the facts.
Trump brings up the rears
Steve Sack's cartoons — like this one on like this one on President Donald Trump's comments about the derrieres of others — appear on MinnPost each Thursday.
Juvenile justice drives debate in race for Hennepin County Attorney
An increase in ‘pre-charge diversions’ for young people accused of crimes has led to questions about alternate and sometimes stricter options.
Goodnight nobody, goodnight mush
Plus: Both kinds of fraud; AI restrictions for students; tasing a deer; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Feeding people is the mission: How we do it must evolve
The system will never be perfect, but businesses and individuals could help us solve some of our challenges.
Trump, national Democrats making big last-minute ad buys in race between Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson
The unexpectedly competitive U.S. House race in southern Minnesota is awash in attack ads as outside groups spend millions.
At Hastings event, residents vent frustrations over rising costs of PFAS water treatment
Attendees blamed 3M for creating the problem and expressed doubt that the company will cover the community’s costs.
Watch: Understanding Lisa Demuth’s unlikely rise
We sit down with MinnPost reporter Matthew Blake to discuss Demuth’s campaign for governor, her rise in Minnesota politics, and Blake’s reporting on her over the years.
Edwards surgery throws a wrench into a beautiful Wolves start
Next man up for the Wolves as they look to build on a hot start without Anthony Edwards.
A new morning: The Yang family keeps tradition alive after dad’s deportation
Zong Yang used to get his sons ready for school every morning until he was deported to Laos, leaving his wife, Linda, to raise their five boys alone.
Ugliest building? That’s worth a walk. Welcome to Cityscape, mailbag edition!
Cityscape’s Bill Lindeke turns over this week’s column to your questions and his responses about everything from walking clubs to a long-lost park.
Do you have a crush on me now, Danielle?
Plus: North Minneapolis park reopens; Sports is the worst; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Why House longshot Doug Chapin thinks he can break through in the 6th District
The Democrat, a longtime student of elections, believes GOP Rep. Tom Emmer’s ‘red’ district is ripe for change.
Measles prevention is a family and community concern
Our response should bring two commitments together: a clear recommendation for vaccination and practical support that helps people act.
‘Bazaar Bizarre’ puts the audience in the thick of a theatrical journey
Strange Loop Projects brings renewed energy to Loring Park in Minneapolis, thanks to the city's Vibrant Storefronts program.
Minnesota Secretary of State race is about more than just election oversight
As Steve Simon seeks a fourth term, GOP challenger Tad Jude sees a more robust role fighting fraud.
Watch: Dr. Ibram X. Kendi on how ‘the great replacement theory’ went global
Historian and bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi joined MinnPost Festival 2026 to discuss his new book, "Chain of Ideas: The Origins of Our Authoritarian Age."
Mulch ado about nothing
Plus: Court of Appeals plays an Uno Reverse card; Baby bears coming to the MN Zoo; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Dangerous levels of lead and other toxins taint soil at St. Paul homeless encampment
Hundreds of residents living at the state superfund site are exposed to environmental poisons as lawmakers grapple with how to move forward.
Documenters report: St. Paul school board to vote on ESL staff cuts Friday
After public comment, the St. Paul school board voted to postpone their decision on proposed mid-year cuts to English learner (EL) staff.
How HourCar’s shutdown changed life for my family
After our car was totaled, carshare programs like HourCar and Evie became critical parts of our transportation mix.
The 2026 midterms will also decide who runs elections in 29 states
A guide to secretary of state offices (and one lieutenant governorship) that could change hands.
Recounts set stage for rematches in southwest metro House districts
Shakopee, Chanhassen races feature debates over ICE, manufactured homes and cellphones in schools.
We’re a little low on wolves
Plus: Kellogg-3rd St. bridge reopens; Fewer deer means fewer wolves; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Promises aside, is America great yet?
The country's greatness depends on electing people who deserve our trust, not those making the most empty promises.
Outside spending nears $2 billion – and the biggest groups pull further ahead
Citizens United set the stage for massive outside spending to pour into campaigns through PACs — including one with a post office box at a UPS store in Minnesota.
Are voters meh on Operation Metro Surge? Tax cuts under Klobuchar? Thoughts on the governor debates
Two governor debates in Minnesota might have helped Republican Lisa Demuth, but Klobuchar made sure to mention Metro Surge. Do voters care?
D.C. Memo: As midterm election nears, corruption tops voter concerns, beating out inflation, healthcare
From deepfake ads to a waterfall of polls, campaign season is getting wild. Plus: Voters put government corruption top of mind; feds to pay farmers for high diesel prices; Omar moving from D.C. home after raid, and more.
Yesterday was Thursday (Thursday), today it is Friday (Friday)
Plus: Feds stop cooperating with OMS investigations; Snow?! In this economy?!; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
How Operation Metro Surge changed the Minnesota media landscape for good
From safety trainings once reserved for conflict zones to a sense of camaraderie over competition, local newsrooms adapted and evolved.
Matt Little and Eric Pratt are offering clear choices in a quiet race for Congress
The result of the race for Angie Craig's seat will show whether the 2nd District remains 'purple' or has shifted decisively to the Democratic column.
Rep. Ilhan Omar says she will move out of her Washington, DC, home after federal search
The Minnesota Democrat told MS NOW that the attention brought on by the raid has made her feel unsafe there.
Documenters report: Ramsey County Board addresses election security concerns
Board members discussed election misinformation and their response plan for disruptions on election day.
My family was given a chance. Who gets one now?
The U.S. admitted 159,252 refugees in 1981. By fiscal 2026, the number had fallen to 16,292 — and none from Ethiopia or Somalia.
A fraud czar, carrots for more housing and investigating Metro Surge killings: What Klobuchar’s first months as governor would look like
The DFL hopeful is also bracing for a gloomy budget forecast and the possibility of state employee layoffs.
How low-barrier treatment, culture-rooted care help Karen teens push back against opioids
In St. Paul, advocates credit community collaboration as key to addressing opioid addiction among Karen and Karenni youth.
My lieutenant governor is an honor student at the U of M
Plus: Not looking good for hospitals under the OBBBA; St. Paul schools layoffs postponed; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Musk and Ukraine
Steve Sack's cartoons — like this one on Elon Musk, Starlink and Ukraine — appear on MinnPost each Thursday.
What’s next for the proposed Rondo land bridge atop I-94 in St. Paul?
The historically Black Rondo neighborhood was sliced in two by I-94. A vast land bridge proposed to the St. Paul Planning Commission could help to heal it, but decisions are far-off.
A novel, chilly effort to help end homelessness in the Twin Cities
As shelter needs remain high, the CEO of Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities recently spent 24 hours on a bench to talk about homelessness and surface solutions.
The cold never lasts as long as the winter dread
As another Minnesota winter approaches, remember that we're better at adapting than we are at predicting how we will feel.
Crime down and police presence up on Metro Transit, but data questions remain
Months before the opening of the Green Line Extension, riders’ perception of transit safety remains a critical concern.
What to expect when you’re expecting a new Timberwolves season.
The Wolves are once again zigging (towards ballhandlers) as the league zags (towards multifaceted big men).
What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t work?
Plus: A vigil at Red Lake Nation; Nick Shirley gets paid; You can see a post about You Can See Everything; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Did New Ulm residents rally in opposition to U.S. involvement in World War I?
New Ulm residents rallied in 1917 against the United States’ impending intervention in World War I.
Seitu K. Jones explores soil, culture and African American history in solo show
The fourth-generation Minnesotan uses his powerful art — including images of collard greens — to connect African American culinary traditions to Africa.
Minneapolis’ Nicollet Mall doesn’t have to stay stuck at second-rate
Shifting Nicollet Mall’s bus routes is a good idea. Then we can turn our attention where it belongs – to its street life.
When unity is too much to ask for, let’s seek solidarity
In an election year, solidarity asks us to recognize that we can work together toward a goal even when we bring different perspectives to the table.
The ‘swamp’ Trump promised to drain is thriving in D.C. – and Minnesota
From Fortune 500 companies to local governments and nonprofits, Minnesota organizations are spending more money than ever as they seek influence in the nation's capital.
It’s one endorsement, Michael, how much could it cost?
Plus: Federal and local authorities team up against teen violence; gummy bear ... brats; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
How trust in nonprofits is built by showing up
As leaders of three Minnesota nonprofits, we support oversight focused on documented vulnerabilities rather than broad restrictions on programs.
GOP focuses on fraud, seeking to redirect voters’ ire over healthcare costs
The effort has opened a broader political fight over the extent of fraud and the administration’s response to it.
3M PFAS pollution has made drinking water a campaign issue in this east metro legislative district
Both candidates have taken swings at addressing the east metro’s water pollution concerns, but their influence may be limited.
Branching out into tree puns
Plus: Kings? No. Votes? Yes; Her/Henry update; Rochester metro? Booming; and more in your Minnesota news roundup.
Johnson tops Finstad in campaign cash as Flanagan and Tafoya run neck-and-neck in fundraising
The latest FEC filings also show modest fundraising in the race for Angie Craig’s seat while Tom Emmer has donated $22 million to other Republicans and his party.
Johnson tops Finstad in campaign cash as Flanagan and Tafoya run neck-in-neck in fundraising
The latest FEC filings also show modest fundraising in the race for Angie Craig’s seat while Tom Emmer has donated $22 million to other Republicans and his party.