Almanac: At the Capitol

Unallotments Are Announced (06/19/09)

Governor Pawlenty revealed his unallotment cuts this week and DFL lawmakers tossed some harsh criticism his way.  Almanac political reporter Mary Lahammer has a report.

Pawlenty's Moment (06/19/09)

Almanac tried something different with our coverage in the 2002 governor’s race. We sat down with the candidates for governor for a revealing look at what makes them tick. They weren't allowed to talk politics, just themselves. In this clip candidate Tim Pawlenty — check out the hairstyles — and all of his siblings tell us what life event scared him, but set his future in motion.

Did You Know? (06/05/09)

Did you know that Governor Pawlenty had a little fun to break the ice at his big announcement on Tuesday?

And Then There Were Dozens (06/05/09)

Tim Pawlenty's announcement this week opens the door for many to ponder a run for governor.  Our Mary Lahammer tracks down some of the hopefuls.

Governor Tim Pawlenty Live (05/22/09)

Last week legislative leaders came to the Almanac studios to give us their take on the looming end of session.  This week it's Governor Pawlenty's turn.  We talk about vetoes and unallotments and impacts.

The Session That Was (05/22/09)

Mary Lahammer wraps up the wild end to the 2009 legislative session.

Capitol Update - May 19, 2009

Capitol Update - May 19, 2009 (05/19/09)

The legislative session ended in chaos with no budget deal, so the governor will begin balancing the budget himself. DFL lawmakers flew around the state blaming the governor for the stalemate.

The Capitol: Where We Stand Tonight (05/15/09)

Our Mary Lahammer brings us to be speed on where things are Friday night at lawmakers get ready for a long weekend. 

Capitol Update - May 14, 2009