Tom Ladwig

Oct 19, 2012

Wiener, Faust slug it out for open 11B House seat

If misleading ads are one index of a hotly contested political race, then the battle for House District 11B is surely among the most vigorous in the state.

Jun 22, 2012

In the swing district of HD 11B, circumstances have turned an incumbent pairing into a dual primary free-for-all

While this November’s legislative elections might still seem far off, the scene in east-central Minnesota’s House District 11B is marked by immediacy on both sides of the aisle.

Jun 6, 2012

Flurry of retirements sets off scramble for House, Senate seats

It’s not uncommon for a legislator or two to announce their retirements after the end of session. But 2012 has seen more last-minute departures than many political pros can ever recall.

Jun 4, 2012

GOP Rep. Crawford won’t seek re-election

Citing a mild heart attack the Friday before Memorial Day, Crawford said he and his family had grown concerned about his health.

Apr 6, 2012

Some key endorsing conventions still lie ahead

In recent weeks, local party activists around Minnesota have commandeered many a school auditorium to endorse candidates for state House and Senate races.