Unemployment Rate Improves In Lake Minnetonka Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Hennepin County is higher than the Minnesota average.

City Of Minnetonka: Attend Ranked Choice Voting July 13 Mock Election

Summer is here, and Minnetonka's ranked choice voting (RCV) education and outreach are underway. Join the city for the first of two mock ...

Hennepin County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Lake Minnetonka area compares to Minnesota for coronavirus vaccinations.

Lake Minnetonka Area Unemployment Increases: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Hennepin County's unemployment rate increased recently.

The Digital Divide: How Lake Minnetonka Area Compares In Internet Usage

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Federal Tax Refunds In Hennepin County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Hennepin County neighbors.

What is a Pension?

This short and sweet video explains the functions of a pension.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Minneapolis Lawmaker Wants to Ban ‘Gay-to-Straight’ Therapy

Rep. Susan Allen says reparative or conversion therapy has been ‘discredited’ and should not be allowed for licensed practitioners.

New Bill Would Allow Sunday Liquor Sales

‘Our citizens and businesses deserve a less restrictive regulatory climate,’ Eden Prairie Rep. Jenifer Loon says. What do you think of removing the Sunday liquor sales ban?

State Representative Wants to Require 'Kill Switches' on Cell Phones

Rep. Joe Atkins said turning a stolen phone into ‘a paperweight’ would give thieves less reason to steal phones and prevent increasingly violent robberies.

2014 Tax Season to Open Jan. 31

E-file and Free File can speed refunds, the IRS says.

Paulsen Touts Small BREW Act at Lucid Brewing

The bill would reduce taxes for start-up breweries.

New Minnesota Laws Take Effect Jan. 1, 2014

New laws include restricted access to some juvenile court records and home sellers being required to disclose radon gas testing.

Hennepin County Awards $1.9M to Local Youth Sports Programs

The grants help fund youth sports facilities in the county.

State Rep. Benson Decides Not To Seek Fifth Term; Applebaum Wants Seat

Rep. John Benson will be completing his fourth term in the Legislature. Jon Applebaum, a local attorney, entrepreneur and DFL activist, announced his campaign for the seat.

Minnehaha Creek Wins State Watershed District Award

Minnehaha Creek has partnered with St. Louis Park on projects including West End development and plans for the renovation of Knollwood Mall.

Rep. Paulsen Tries His Hand at Knee-Replacement Surgery

The 3rd District representative visited Plymouth-based Blue Belt Technologies on Tuesday.

Are Minnesota Tax Brackets Keeping Up With Inflation?

The state Department of Revenue announced that next year’s tax brackets will be adjusted for inflation by 1.7 percent.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Live Results: Minnetonka School Board

Residents of the Minnetonka School District will vote for three board members on Election Day.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Adler Graduate School Admin Director Backs Haugen for Wayzata School Board

Wayzata Attorney Supports Haugen for School Board

Congressman Paulsen 'Frustrated' With Washington Gridlock

Wayzata Resident Supports Haugen for School Board

Letter of Support for Wayzata School Board Candidate Dan Haugen

How Accurate are City Sales Tax Savings Estimates?

With a new law taking effect in 2014, cities across the county are reporting wide-ranging estimates for how much they spent on sales taxes in the past.

Congressman Paulsen Will Forego Pay for Duration of Government Shutdown

As other members of Congress justify taking their pay, the Republican representing Lake Minnetonka communities says "no."

Paulsen on Passage of Continuing Resolution

Votes to Keep The Government Open and American Medical Device Innovation Alive

Lake Minnetonka State Rep Pens Letter to Gov Opposing Child Care Unionization

League of Women Voters Will Host Lake Minnetonka Area School Board Candidate Forums

Legislative Update From Lake Minnetonka State Rep. Jerry Hertaus

The council of state governments in which our Governor Dayton serves upon its board has stated that of all of the state government tax increases in the nation combined, Minnesota's increases account for approximately one third of all the increases.

Congressman Paulsen Co-Authors Syria Bill Ahead Of Presidential Address

Tuesday: Presentation of Hennepin County' 2014 Proposed Budget

Streamed live on the Hennepin County website at www.hennepin.us/boardmeetings.

Star Tribune: Future of Wayzata's Lakefront Comes Into Focus

Sneak peak at Phase III design concepts will be available for viewing this weekend at James J. Hill Days.

Gunyou Gives Video Update on Multi-Million Dollar Bridge Project

At First Forum, Republicans Running for MN Governor Agree to Agree

Scott Honour, Jeff Johnson, Dave Thompson and Kurt Zellers are vying for party endorsement—but only two promised to abide by it, according to media reports.

Want a Steel Keepsake from the Collapsed I-35W Bridge?

Pieces of the mangled steel will be released later in August or early September, according to the AP.