Tag: state
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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Securing Our Food, Fighting Against Hunger: Minnesota Farmers Bring the State’s Food System Into Public View
Six Minnesota women farmers brought diverse agricultural traditions into public view as the state confronts record food-shelf use, rising costs and food insecurity. Full story: https://minneapolimedia.town.news/g/coon-rapids-mn/n/385757/minneapolimedia-news-securing-our-food-fighting-against-hunger-minnesota
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Executive Profile: Phong Yang’s journey from refugee to Fresno State leader
Fresno State Vice President Phong Yang shares his family’s Central Valley journey, his path to higher education and what shaped his career. Full story: https://thebusinessjournal.com/phong-yang-fresno-state-executive-profile/
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Xiong defeats Helmenstine in downballot Democratic race for Wisconsin state treasurer
Yee Leng Xiong defeated Dylan Helmenstine by 15.8 percentage points, ending a race between two candidates with similar visions but different approaches to turning their ideas into statewide change. Full story: https://www.dailycardinal.com/article/2026/08/xiong-defeats-helmenstine-in-downballot-democratic-race-for-wisconsin-state-treasurer
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Who Is Yee Leng Xiong, Democrats’ Pick For State Treasurer?
The Marathon County official and former Hmong American Center director will take on Republican John Leiber this fall. Full story: https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2026/08/12/who-is-yee-leng-xiong-democrats-pick-for-state-treasurer/
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Democrats choose Marathon County Hmong leader to run for state treasurer
Yee Leng Xiong, a Marathon County school board treasurer and county board member, will face Republican State Treasurer John Leiber in November in the only race for a statewide office held by a member … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/democrats-choose-marathon-county-hmong-051616419.html
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Democrats choose Marathon County Hmong leader to run for state treasurer
The state treasurer is Wisconsin’s chief financial officer, signs state checks and serves on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands. Full story: https://wisconsinexaminer.com/briefs/democrats-choose-marathon-county-hmong-leader-to-run-for-state-treasurer/
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Results: Wisconsin primary election 2026
Wisconsin’s primary election was held on Tuesday, Aug. 11, as voters headed to the polls to determine candidates for several positions, including the state’s next governor. Full story: https://www.aol.com/articles/live-results-wisconsin-primary-election-203648000.html
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Results: Wisconsin primary election 2026
Wisconsin’s primary election was held on Aug. 11 for several positions, including the state’s governor, State Treasurer, Secretary of State and several congressional districts. The Democratic … Full story: https://www.fox9.com/news/wisconsin-primary-election-results-2026
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Francesca Hong on What Democratic Socialism Means to Her
Hong—a Wisconsin State Assembly Member running for governor—explains her vision of progressive governance, what brought her to join Democratic Socialists of America and why “working people should have … Full story: https://inthesetimes.com/article/francesca-hong-democratic-socialism-wisconsin
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What to know about the 4 Democrats on the Aug. 11 ballot for governor
The Democratic candidates for governor bring dramatically different resumes and qualifications to the race. State Rep. Francesca Hong, who has been leading in the polls for months, is a chef, former … Full story: https://warriorswire.usatoday.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2026/08/08/here-are-qualifications-of-the-4-democratic-candidates-for-governor/91214132007/
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Minnesota State Fair named nation’s best by USA TODAY
USA TODAY has confirmed what Minnesotans already know well: our state fair is the best in the nation. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/general/minnesota-state-fair-named-nation-s-best-by-usa-today/ar-AA29x32N
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How the charity behind Madison, Wisconsin’s ‘autonomous zone’ raked in taxpayer money
A Wisconsin nonprofit group leading an illegal protest encampment that blocked traffic enjoys lavish federal, state, and local funding. The city of Madison awarded Freedom Inc. at least $149,000 this … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/how-the-charity-behind-madison-wisconsin-s-autonomous-zone-raked-in-taxpayer-money/ar-AA29rwhS
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Hmong, Lao veterans who assisted U.S. in Vietnam War officially recognized by Minnesota
They were forgotten fighters. Now, 50-years later, a group of Hmong and Lao Minnesota veterans is finally being recognized by the state . Full story: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/hmong-lao-veterans-recognized-by-minnesota/
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7 key Wisconsin primary election matchups to watch
The August 11 primary election is highlighted by the Democratic race for governor, but there are plenty of other races at the state, legislative, and congressional levels that could have a big impact. Full story: https://upnorthnewswi.com/news/politics/7-wisconsin-primary-election-matchups/