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Other Candidates Considering Running for Nolan’s Seat

Former Duluth News Personality Michelle Lee Considering Running

FROM FACEBOOKDULUTH, Minn.-With Rep. Rick Nolan (DFL) announcing he will be retiring from office at the end of his term, some more possible candidates have come forward. Pete Stauber has already announced he is vying for the GOP ticket, but a few others have expressed interest today. Former Duluth news personality Michelle Lee said she is thinking about running. “I…

Democratic Governor Race Heats Up

Candidate Forum Held in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn.-The governor’s race is heating up in Minnesota and today all the democratic candidates for the post made a stop in Duluth. A forum was held for all the candidates during AFSCME’s Minnesota Council 5 annual convention at the DECC. It’s not clear which candidate is the frontrunner so far, but today’s event could have a large impact on…

Republican Lawmakers Have Budget Framework Set

Budget Would be About $45 Billion

ST. PAUL, Minn.-House and Senate Republicans are nearly ready to take on Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton in budget negotiations. GOP legislative leaders announced Friday they agreed to a rough framework for a nearly $45 billion, two-year budget. That doesn’t include more than $1 billion in tax aids and cuts. Lawmakers still need to work out the specifics behind those numbers,…

State Rep. Liebling Announces DFL Bid for Minnesota Governor

Four Other Candidates in Race

From the State House of Representative’s WebsiteMINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Another Democrat is joining the race to replace Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton. State Rep. Tina Liebling of Rochester announced her candidacy Sunday in Rochester’s Peace Plaza. Liebling says Minnesotans “need a governor they can trust to be on their side.” Liebling is a lawyer who has served in the Minnesota House since…