Minnesota Votes

Complete coverage of the 2018 midterm elections from MPR News reporters, NPR and the Associated Press.

November 6, 2018 9:09 AM

Photos: Minnesotans get their say as they cast ballots

As of Monday, more than 614,000 Minnesotans had voted, shattering the early voting record of 568,000 set in the 2016 presidential election.

by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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November 6, 2018 5:49 AM

Your 2018 midterm election guide: What to watch for hour by hour

There are dozens of competitive races across the country that will determine control of the House, Senate and governors' seats. Here are the pivotal seats that could unlock what happens.

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November 6, 2018 5:48 AM

Advice for staying sane on Election Day (and night)

As a general rule, the earlier you start seeing something that claims to be authoritative -- or even indicative -- the less likely it is to be so.

by Ron Elving

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November 6, 2018 12:40 AM

Design college pitched in to bring order to polling-place signs

The Minneapolis College of Art and Design redid the signage for a polling station on campus. Now its work is in use around the state.

by Marianne Combs

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November 5, 2018 4:00 PM

Going to vote? Here are free rides you can get on Election Day

From public transportation to electric scooters, here's a rundown of free or reduced-cost rides to polls on Election Day.

by Jiwon Choi

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November 5, 2018 2:54 PM

Thousands of votes cast as candidates make final pitches of 2018 races

As Election Day approached candidates were making their last appeals and early voting locations were buzzing.

by Brian Bakst

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November 5, 2018 1:24 PM

On the national scale: House races to watch on election night

The path to power in the House winds through a few dozen districts, many of them suburban, in Tuesday's election. Republicans defending their majority and Democrats looking to gain 23 seats they would need to win control.

by Associated Press

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November 5, 2018 12:30 PM

Fox and NBC to stop airing Trump immigrant ad deemed racist

CNN had rejected the same ad, declaring it racist. Fox said it pulled the ad Sunday "upon further review," while NBC said Monday that in its review, it recognizes the insensitive nature of the ad.

by The Associated Press

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November 5, 2018 6:09 AM

Why every vote matters -- elections decided by a single vote (or a little more)

Many Americans say they are disaffected with the system of politics and sit on the sidelines, especially in midterms. But not voting can have consequences. Just look at these races.

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November 5, 2018 6:08 AM

Can't stop worrying? Try Tetris to ease your mind

There could be an upside to your phone addiction. Games like Tetris can reduce anxiety, according to new research. So if you've got Election Day jitters, go ahead and launch that app.

by Maanvi Singh

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