Minnesota senators 'vote for love,' legalize same-sex marriage
After Minnesota Senate votes 37-30 to legalize same-sex marriage, bill goes to Gov. Dayton’s desk.Forum News Service, 05/14/2013
Minnesota Senate approves historic gay marriage bill 
Senators voted 37-30 Monday to remove a state law that bans same-sex marriage. The vote followed a Thursday 75-59 House vote, leaving Gov. Mark Dayton’s signature the only task remaining before gays can marry starting Aug. 1.
Forum News Service, 05/13/2013
Supporters of same-sex marriage come to St. Paul to see history (with video)
Opponents said they expect the bill to pass today, making Minnesota the 12th state to allow same-sex couples to wed.Forum News Service, 05/13/2013
Dayton, DFL legislative leaders reach Minnesota budget deal
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton and the Legislature's top Democrats have reached a budget deal that includes income tax increases on wealthier Minnesotans and a cigarette tax increase, and aims to provide property tax relief while boosting spending for public schools, state colleges and other programs.Forum News Service, 05/12/2013
Minnesota Legislature poised for gay marriage votes
Gay marriage supporters feel victory in the air.
Duluth News Tribune, 05/08/2013
Minnesota House to vote Thursday on same-sex marriage
The vote means House Democratic leaders think they have the votes to pass the measure.Forum News Service, 05/07/2013
Minnesota House poised for same-sex marriage vote
A proposal to legalize gay marriage in Minnesota appears to be nearing a vote after a committee on Monday evening handed the bill to the full House.Forum News Service, 05/07/2013
Capitol chatter: Unionization measure on track for passage
An effort to allow child care workers and personal care assistants to join unions appears on the verge of a partisan victory.
Duluth News Tribune, 05/04/2013
Minnesota House defeats Sunday liquor sales
Another year, another defeat for Sunday liquor sales.
Forum News Service, 05/02/2013
Minnesota House turns down Sunday liquor sales proposal
The vote came on an amendment to a broader liquor bill that generally authorizes liquor sales at specific stadiums, bars and other local sites, including Wheeler Field in Duluth. The overall bill passed 103-24.
Forum News Service, 05/01/2013
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