Joe Bagnoli

Jul 11, 2014

The Capitol Note: Franken raised $3.3 million to McFadden’s $1.1 million last quarter

US Sen. Al Franken has raised more than $3.3 million last quarter compared to more than $1.1 million raised by his main opponent, businessman Mike McFadden, their campaigns reported ahead of the incoming campaign finance reporting deadline.

Dec 11, 2013

The Capitol Note: Housley sets January timetable for gubernatorial decision

Housley had a relatively nondescript year as a freshman in the Senate last year, but is still well-known among Republicans.

Feb 27, 2013

Liquor taxes? Lege may drink to that

The next frontier in the battle over tax increases emerged subtly, almost imperceptibly, at the tail end of a Monday evening floor session.

Mar 9, 2012

Legislators weighing only minor changes to the state’s liquor laws in 2012

The so-called Surly bill was among the most high-profile accomplishments of the 2011 legislative session. That legislation allowed breweries to operate bars on their premises.