Melissa Hortman

A Republican running for state House who also serves on the Blaine City Council received photos of middle fingers pasted on her car, prompting DFL House Leader Zack Stephenson and Leslie Larson to condemn the vandalism. The article notes that former DFL House Speaker Melissa Hortman was assassinated in June 2025, and other lawmakers have faced threats. Additional news covers library budget issues in St. Paul and rising restrictions on vacation rentals in Duluth.

DFL leaders see races in northeastern Minnesota, such as House District 3B and 3A, as a chance to gain control of the state House given its even split. The strategy emphasizes door knocking, following methods previously used by Melissa Hortman. Key contests include DFL candidate Aaron Schweiger challenging incumbent Natalie Zeleznikar in 3B, and Aaron Kania facing Rep. Roger Skraba of Ely in 3A.

Vance Boelter, who pleaded guilty to federal charges for killing a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband, made his first state court appearance. He faces state charges including murder and attempted murder, with his next hearing scheduled for September 2. Boelter claimed to have met elected officials, including U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, which she denies.

Vance Boelter, who pleaded guilty to federal charges for killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband, made his first state court appearance. He faces state charges including murder and attempted murder for the attacks, which also critically injured two other individuals.

Vance Boelter appeared in state court for the first time after being sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years in federal court for killing Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, and attempting to kill others. He faces state charges including two counts of first-degree murder, three counts of attempted murder, and animal cruelty for shooting the Hortmans’ dog.

Vance Boelter is making his first appearance in state court after pleading guilty to federal charges involving multiple murders and attempted shootings. He was sentenced to two life sentences and 40 years in federal prison for the killings of Melissa and Mark Hortman and the shootings of John, Yvette, and Hope Hoffman, among other charges.

Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for killing Melissa and Mark Hortman in a politically motivated attack. He also shot John Hoffman and his wife, pleading guilty to multiple charges including murder and firearms offenses. The sentencing marked the conclusion of a year-long case that heightened fears about political violence.

Vance Boelter was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Melissa Hortman and her husband, and the attempted killing of John Hoffman and his family. The Democratic Senate primary is closely contested between Peggy Flanagan and Angie Craig, while Michele Tafoya leads the GOP Senate race and Mike Lindell is the Republican governor frontrunner. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey discusses public safety after recent shootings.

A cyanotoxin advisory was issued for Lake Cornelia in Edina due to blue-green algae. Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life sentences plus 40 years for killings and attacks on multiple lawmakers and their families. Mike Lindell, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, registered to vote in Minnesota, raising questions about election procedures.

Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for killing Melissa and Mark Hortman in a 2025 political violence attack. He also admitted to shooting state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, planning the attacks months in advance using a police mask and recording victims' addresses.

A man was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for killing Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and critically injuring two other lawmakers. The attacker, who pleaded guilty, admitted to stalking targets and disguising as a police officer before the attacks. Victims and families described lasting trauma and anger over the lack of a death penalty.

Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for murdering Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and shooting state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Boelter pleaded guilty to premeditated murders and firearms offenses, admitting to planning the attacks months in advance using a police impersonation mask.

Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for killing Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounding state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Boelter admitted to six federal charges, including stalking and shooting the lawmakers, and the U.S. Department of Justice did not seek the death penalty.

A Minnesota man was sentenced to life in prison for killing a Democratic lawmaker and her husband, and for shooting two other state officials. Vance Boelter admitted to politically motivated crimes and received two life terms plus 40 years.

Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life terms plus 40 years for killing Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and critically wounding two other people. Boelter pleaded guilty to avoid the death penalty, and victims described lasting trauma and anger over the sentencing outcome.

A Minnesota man was sentenced to two life sentences for killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband. The sentencing occurred over a year after the political attacks.

A Minnesota man was sentenced to consecutive life terms for killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband, along with other shootings. The defendant avoided the death penalty by pleading guilty to six counts, and victims described lasting trauma from the attacks.

Friends and family of slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman stated the killer failed to erase her legacy. Vance Boelter, who killed Hortman and her husband and injured two other lawmakers, pleaded guilty to federal charges and will serve two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years. Victims described lasting trauma and anger during his sentencing hearing.

Vance Boelter, who killed House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, pleaded guilty to six counts and received two life sentences plus 40 years. He also critically injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, during a series of attacks in which he posed as a police officer. Friends of the victims stated Boelter failed to erase the impact of Hortman, who continues to guide them.

A Minnesota man pleaded guilty to killing a Democratic lawmaker and her husband, and critically injuring two other state legislators. He admitted to stalking his targets and disguising as a police officer during the attacks, which led to heightened security concerns and political tensions.

Vance Boelter will be sentenced for the murders of Melissa and Mark Hortman, and the shootings of John and Yvette Hoffman and their daughter Hope. He pleaded guilty to the attacks and is expected to receive two life sentences plus 40 years in prison, with the death penalty excluded in the plea deal.

A gunman is set to face a prison sentence for shooting Minnesota lawmakers. State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, were remembered at the Minnesota State Capitol last year.

Vance Boelter, 59, agreed to plead guilty in June, almost a year after he stalked and killed House Speaker Melissa Hortman, a top state Dem, and her husband Mark in the Minneapolis area.

Vance Boelter targeted Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota, resulting in multiple murders and attempted murders, motivated by a desire to shift legislative power to Republicans. Prosecutors describe the attacks as an assault on representative democracy, with Boelter facing life sentences and additional years.

Brooklyn Park Police Department launched a community camera program in July 2025, allowing residents and businesses to register or share camera access during emergencies. The program, which includes real-time access via Axon FususCORE devices for businesses, has registered over 450 cameras and integrated 230 as of June 2026. Authorities cited its role in tracking Vance Boelter, who killed Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and others.

Vance Boelter will be sentenced on July 23 in Minneapolis after pleading guilty to killing Melissa and Mark Hortman and shooting John and Yvette Hoffman. He is expected to receive two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years in federal prison under a plea deal that excludes the death penalty.

A 49-year-old man, Pao Her Lee, faces felony threats and harassment charges for sending threatening emails to St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her when she was a state representative. The emails included graphic attachments depicting Her and recently murdered Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman with bullet holes, and Lee’s case was transferred to Hennepin County due to Her’s current role as mayor. He is scheduled for a court appearance on July 10.

Minnesota lawmakers and officials marked the one-year anniversary of attacks on lawmakers, including the deaths of Mark and Melissa Hortman and injuries to John and Yvette Hoffman. Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to the attacks and will serve two life sentences. Tributes were shared by lawmakers, community leaders, and political groups.

Melissa Hortman, a legislative leader, discussed her recent legislative session outcomes, including a budget deal and challenges like voting to end public health insurance for undocumented immigrants. She faced criticism from parts of the Democratic base despite her efforts to maintain stability. Hortman was killed 36 hours after the interview.

The Hortman family is marking one year since the deaths of Mark and Melissa Hortman in an attack on lawmakers. Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to their murders, and the family is focusing on healing and celebrating their lives rather than the tragedy.

Lisa Demuth remains in the Republican primary for governor after not receiving the GOP endorsement. She will face Kendall Qualls and Mike Lindell in August, claiming she is best positioned to defeat Amy Klobuchar in November. The endorsement was awarded to Qualls on the 10th ballot following convention confusion over electronic voting devices.

Brooklyn Park Police will increase patrols this weekend as a precaution ahead of the one-year anniversary of the shooting deaths of Melissa Hortman and her husband, who were killed by Vance Boelter, a man disguised as a police officer. Boelter also attacked State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, who survived, and pleaded guilty to all charges in federal court.

Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to murdering Melissa and Mark Hortman, shooting John and Yvette Hoffman, and attempting to shoot their daughter Hope Hoffman. He will serve two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years. Officials condemned political violence, emphasizing its threat to democracy.

The Interior Department is investigating an anti-Trump message etched into the National Mall. Severe storms in the Midwest are disrupting travel, and a gunman who killed Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband pleaded guilty in federal court.

A man has pleaded guilty to murdering Melissa and Mark Hortman in Minnesota, with the perpetrator disguised as a police officer, raising concerns about political violence in the US.

A Minnesota man posed as a police officer and killed a top state House Democrat and her husband while wounding a state senator and his wife. He pleaded guilty to murder to avoid federal death penalty pursuit, which prosecutors confirmed would not be sought under a plea agreement.

A man pleaded guilty to assassinating a Minnesota House Speaker and her husband, as well as shooting a state senator and his wife. Prosecutors stated they would not seek the death penalty.

Vance Boelter admitted to murdering Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman. He was also charged with shooting state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette Hoffman after federal authorities dropped the death penalty bid.

Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to federal charges for the killings of Melissa Hortman and her husband, admitting to targeting four Minnesota legislators' homes while disguised as a police officer. He faces two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years, with the Justice Department declining to seek the death penalty.

Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to murdering Melissa and Mark Hortman and shooting state senator John Hoffman and his wife Yvette Hoffman. Prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty, and the attack occurred on June 14, 2025, with Boelter disguised as a police officer.