Local Politics
District 3 Hennepin County Commissioner Race Draws Four DFL Contenders ahead of Feb. 3 Caucuses
An overview of the incumbent and challengers vying for the DFL endorsement in the Hennepin County Board District 3 race ahead of 2026.
Building Resilience in District 61A
State Rep. Katie Jones outlines legislative accomplishments, challenges and priorities for building resilience in House District 61A.
Hennepin County Attorney Candidate Interviews
In 2026, Hennepin County will elect a new Attorney to replace Mary Moriarty who has chosen not to seek re-election. Paula Chesley was able to interview five of the six candidates.
The 2025 Municipal Election by The Numbers
In Minneapolis’ 2025 municipal election, Jacob Frey secured a third mayoral term, and key city council and Park Board races reshaped local representation. Ward 7 saw Elizabeth Shaffer defeat Katie Cashman, while Ward 10 reelected Aisha Chughtai. Voter turnout jumped to 55%, and precinct-level results reveal the granular dynamics behind close contests, reflecting changing engagement patterns across the city.
Clear as Mud! A Voter’s Guide to the Race for Park Board
Confused about how to vote for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board? This guide breaks down what’s on the ballot — who’s running, which district you’re in and how DFL endorsements actually work — so you can cast an informed vote on Nov. 4.
