Politics

Eden Prairie delegates prepare for DNC

Stuart Sudak • July 30, 2024

Three Democratic delegates from Eden Prairie will attend the DNC in Chicago next month, with two backing Harris and one cautious.

Toomey announces reelection bid for city council

EPLN Staff Reports • July 29, 2024

Lisa Toomey, seeking reelection to the Eden Prairie City Council, highlights her work on public safety, affordable housing, and local development initiatives.

Narayanan announces reelection bid for city council

EPLN Staff Reports • July 29, 2024

PG Narayanan, who has served on the Eden Prairie City Council since 2018, announced his reelection campaign.

Candidate known for spider incident confirms OnlyFans account

Stuart Sudak • July 29, 2024

Hennepin County candidate Marisa Simonetti confirmed her OnlyFans account to address rumors, promising to cut property taxes and crime if elected.

Local Democrats reflect on Biden’s exit, Harris’ rise

Mike Wilkinson • July 26, 2024

Local Democrats react to Biden’s decision not to seek reelection, expressing support for Harris as the presumptive nominee.

‘A new level of hope’: Black, Indian voters react to Kamala Harris’ move to top of ticket

Sahan Journal • July 23, 2024

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Phillips praises Biden, urges competitive process for democratic nominee

Stuart Sudak • July 21, 2024

President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he will not seek reelection, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election. U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips praised...

Spider toss case takes new turn

Stuart Sudak • July 19, 2024

Commissioner candidate Marisa Simonetti, facing assault charges, finds new legal counsel before court appearance.

EP election judges readying for polls

Renee Rushdy • July 15, 2024

Eden Prairie trained over 400 election judges for the August primary and November general elections to ensure smooth polling place operations.

Early voting is underway for Aug. 13 primary

Stuart Sudak • July 12, 2024

Early voting has begun in Eden Prairie for the Aug. 13 primary, with key races including the U.S. Senate and House District 49A.

Minnesotans head to Milwaukee to network, party, and officially nominate Trump

MinnPost • July 11, 2024

GOP party leader David Hann and others headed to the Republican National Convention are energized by polls showing Trump has a chance to win in Minnesota.

Minnesota’s Walz as VP? The odds aren’t zero as Biden struggles to prove his electability

MinnPost • July 11, 2024

With speculation surrounding the 2024 presidential election, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is considered a potential vice presidential candidate if President Biden steps aside.