May 2, 2002 - MPR’s Bob Kelleher reports on the better than predicted regrowth after one of the strongest storms in the BWCA's history. Kelleher interviews various forestry and ecology experts about the new growth and the changes to landscape in the three years since blowdown.
May 2, 2002 - MPR’s Michael Khoo reports on Minnesota House bill passage that would require disclosure by the governor and the state's other top elected officials on all money that comes from non-state employment. The bill is not aimed at Ventura, but some think it could be due to his employment with the XFL, his two books, and his role in a movie during his governorship.
May 3, 2002 - MPR’s Art Hughes reports on local Cinco de Mayo celebrations. What began as a Mexican national holiday to commemorate an important battle is now a way to share ethnic pride with Minnesota's exploding population of Latinos from many different countries.
May 3, 2002 - This afternoon delegates to the state DFL convention will enthusiastically endorse Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone's bid for a third term. Wellstone is expected to deliver a trademark passionate speech outlining his sharp ideological contrast to the Republican agenda. Wellstone will not formally kick off his campaign until later this month even though the contest with Republican challenger Norm Coleman is well underway. Minnesota Public Radio's Mark Zdechlik prepared this report on Wellstone's Senate career and why the Senator is pursuing a third term he repeatedly pledged NOT to seek.
May 3, 2002 - Minnesota Public Radio's Tom Scheck reports that Governor Ventura has promised to veto a bill targeting his outside income. The bill would require all members on the state board of investment to disclose any money earned outside of office. The governor also threatened to file a lawsuit if lawmakers override his veto and the bill become law.
May 3, 2002 - The main drama of the DFL convention comes tomorrow, when delegates will endorse a candidate for governor. State Auditor Judi Dutcher, and state Senators Becky Lourey and Roger Moe have all agreed to abide by tomorrow's endorsement, and won't challenge the endorsed candidate in a primary. Minnesota Public Radio's Laura McCallum has been following the candidates around today, as they tried to persuade uncommitted delegates. Dutcher, Lourey and Moe spent most of the day working the crowd. Moe appears to be the front-runner, according to early delegate counts, but many delegates are still undecided. Moe started the day by naming one of his Senate colleagues as his running mate. 36-year-old Julie Sabo is a first-term Senator, an elementary school teacher and the daughter of Fifth District Congressman Martin Sabo. Moe says he's optimistic - but not overconfident - that he'll get the endorsement...
May 6, 2002 - MPR’s Dan Olson provides a report on how the vice presidency changed under the Carter administration. Report includes various speaking excerpts of Jimmy Carter, Stuart Eizenstadt, Walter Mondale, and Maxine Issacs.
May 6, 2002 - Minnesota lawmakers will be back at the capitol today, trying to reach agreement on how to fill a 439 million dollar gap in the current two-year budget. They have other things to agree on before the end of the session, too-- namely, a bonding bill, a transportation funding package, and an anti-terrorism bill. Joining us now is Laura McCallum, Minnesota Public Radio's Capitol Bureau Chief.
May 6, 2002 - Senate Majority Leader Roger Moe -- the DFL endorsed candidate for governor-- plans to talk with reporters this afternoon about legislative business and his campaign for governor. The veteran legislator beat out State Auditor Judi Dutcher and State Senator Becky Lourey to win the party endorsement over the weekend. Republicans say DFL delegates could not have picked an easier candidate to beat. Minnesota Public Radio's Mark Zdechlik reports...
May 6, 2002 - Moe appeared at a DFL unity rally. He is not facing rivalry within the democrats.