Walz Calls for Codifying Some Pandemic Emergency Orders
The move would give lawmakers more of a say in shaping the state's response.
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MN Governors Release Video to Promote Voting, Civility
With less than a week before Election Day, a group of Minnesota governors have reached across party lines to remind Minnesotans to do their civic duty with “civility and decency.”
Walz Announces Localized Approach to Reopening Schools This Fall
School districts across Minnesota will be able to choose how they want to approach educating their students this fall.
Walz Reinforces Staunch Support for Bonding Bill
The Local Jobs and Projects Plan, originally unveiled in January, is a priority item for state lawmakers in special session.
State and Public Safety Officials Extend Curfew, Provide Update
Minnesota leaders gave an update Wednesday afternoon on the evolving situation in the Twin Cities and the on-going investigation into George Floyd’s death.
Walz Calls Charges “A Meaningful Step Towards Justice”
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has released an official statement following the announcement from Attorney General Keith Ellison amending charges against four former Minneapolis police officers.
Walz Extends Curfew Through Sunday Night
The temporary nighttime curfew in Minneapolis and St. Paul is being extended.
State and Faith Leaders Asking Protesters to Honor Curfew
Twin Cities community and faith leaders stood in solidarity with state leaders Saturday afternoon and called for Minnesotans protesting the death of George Floyd to stay home.
Minnesota Fully Mobilizing to End Violence in Twin Cities
In a news conference, Saturday morning, Governor Tim Walz, and law enforcement leaders discussed the next steps being taken in Minneapolis and St. Paul following another night of rioting and burning.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of COVID-19 Victims
Flags at state and federal buildings will be flying at half-staff this weekend to honor those who have died from COVID-19.