Minnesota not the only state dealing with a budget crisis Minnesota is just one of several states heading toward a potential government shutdown. Midmorning gets an update on budget battles in California and Iowa and examines why governors and legislators across the nation are engaging in a high-stakes game of chicken.Midmorning, June 24, 2011
Former state legislators assess the budget standoff As the countdown to a shutdown of state government continues, two former state legislators and veterans of past budget battles share their thoughts on the current stalemate.Midmorning, June 22, 2011
With no budget deal, GOP prepares shutdown lawsuit With just over a week before a potential state government shutdown, officials failed to meet to negotiate a budget deal, sending some lawmakers to prepare a lawsuit.June 21, 2011
Planned Parenthood clinics to close All six clinics are in Greater Minn. They are scheduled to close Aug. 1. Planned Parenthood said loss of federal funds led to decision.June 20, 2011
Minnesota Budget Stalemate: The looming shutdown After Gov. Mark Dayton rejected the most recent budget proposal by Republicans, a shutdown of state government is looking more likely. Midmorning gets the latest from reporter Tom Scheck.Midmorning, June 17, 2011
Wisconsin's budget battle As lawmakers debate Governor Walker's plan to close a $3 billion shortfall, a coalition of unions has filed suit to protect its bargaining rights, and legislators in six Wisconsin districts are preparing for recall elections.Midmorning, June 17, 2011
Minnesota budget stalemate The Legislative session officially ended at midnight with no agreement to cut the state's $5 billion deficit. What are the political stakes for Governor Dayton and Republican leaders?Midmorning, May 24, 2011
Countdown to a Budget: The Democrats solution The Minnesota Legislative session is in its final days. But how will lawmakers solve the state's $5 billion deficit? Two DFL leaders join Midmorning to share their ideas.Midmorning, May 16, 2011