The entry of former broadcaster Cory Hepola into the Minnesota governor’s race as a centrist third-party candidate adds a new challenge to Gov. Tim Walz’s re-election bid. And Democrats are already calling him a spoiler. Hepola has been a host on WCCO Radio and anchor on KARE-TV. He told reporters Wednesday that Minnesotans are tired of a “broken, toxic two-party system.” Hepola said he’s running on a platform of better education, public health and economic opportunities. Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party Chairman Ken Martin was quick to criticize Hepola’s candidacy, fearing it could siphon votes from Walz and elect a conservative Republican instead.
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East Grand Forks Receives Update on Downtown Marijuana Dispensary
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Jun 08, 2026
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Pembina Gorge State Park Set to Open
(KNOX) - North Dakota will open it's newest state park next week, a park located in a popular area not far from Grand Forks. Pembina Gorge State Park will open for camping and other activities Tuesday, June 9th. The park is northwest of Walhalla. He...
Jun 05, 2026
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