Minnesota is currently contemplating a new state flag. In order to capture the true essence of the North Star State, with its endless lakes and vaguely menacing waterfowl, its leaders have wisely ...

Critics argue the current flag is too busy with dates, symbols, outdated images, language and many colors — and resembles about 20 other state flags. When it comes to staying informed in Minnesota, ...

Minnesota deserves the best, which is why choosing state symbols has always been a knock-down, drag-out fight at the Legislature. You try getting a room full of people to agree on which muffin ...

In a solemn, predawn ceremony, the flag that’s been flying over the Minnesota State Capitol for decades was lowered for the last time Saturday. Voices hushed in a crowd of more than a dozen onlookers ...

I served as a non-voting member of the commission. I wanted to share my experience and some observations with you. Let me begin by saying that last session I voted against commissioning a new flag and ...

Minnesota’s flag redesign has escalated into a political and cultural standoff, as several cities vote to fly the retired state flag despite its replacement in 2024. A new DFL-backed bill would cut ...