Christopher Magan
Reporter
Hennepin CountyChristopher Magan covers Hennepin County. Previously, he reported on public schools, social services and taxes at the state Capitol.
Latest from Christopher Magan
Elections
Roseville DFLer’s residency challenged; case could affect control of the House
Paul Wikstrom, the GOP candidate for House District 40B, is contesting his election loss, claiming Democrat Curtis Johnson doesn’t live in the district.
November 22, 2024
Twin Cities Suburbs
Workers to Hennepin County leaders: We want big raises, too
County union leaders say wage offers have been significantly less than what has been approved for top county officials.
November 21, 2024
Twin Cities
Hennepin County Board delays vote on sheriff’s plan to reduce jail numbers
Sheriff Dawanna Witt said the tight timeline makes complying with a state order to reduce overcrowding more difficult.
November 20, 2024
Twin Cities
After a year of tension, HCMC has more diverse oversight and a healthier budget
The Hennepin County Board spent the past year examining the hospital’s finances, working conditions and how it serves the community.
November 14, 2024
Elections
Now that campaign season is over, here's what to do with those election signs
There are several drop-off options in the Twin Cities metro. They send them to a local plastics recycler.
November 8, 2024
Elections
How do recounts work in Minnesota?
Two Minnesota House races won by Democrats by narrow margins are close enough to trigger automatic recounts.
November 6, 2024
Elections
Minnesota House could be evenly split, but close races will go to recounts
Results show a 67-67 split in the lower chamber Wednesday morning, but in two races, DFLers lead by just a few votes.
November 6, 2024
Elections
DFL Rep. Angie Craig cruises to re-election in competitive Second District race
Political newcomer Joe Teirab, a Republican, hoped to deny the incumbent Craig a fourth term.
November 6, 2024
Elections
Now that campaign season is over, here's what to do with those election signs
There are several drop-off options in the Twin Cities metro. They send them to a local plastics recycler.
November 8, 2024
Elections
How do recounts work in Minnesota?
Two Minnesota House races won by Democrats by narrow margins are close enough to trigger automatic recounts.
November 6, 2024
Elections
Minnesota House could be evenly split, but close races will go to recounts
Results show a 67-67 split in the lower chamber Wednesday morning, but in two races, DFLers lead by just a few votes.
November 6, 2024
Elections
DFL Rep. Angie Craig cruises to re-election in competitive Second District race
Political newcomer Joe Teirab, a Republican, hoped to deny the incumbent Craig a fourth term.
November 6, 2024