Reporter | Hennepin County

Christopher Magan covers Hennepin County. .

Christopher Magan covers Hennepin County. Previously, he reported on public schools, social services and taxes at the state Capitol.


Special counsel hired by Moriarty bills $578K for work in trooper Londregan case

Washington D.C.-based law firm Steptoe spent 733 hours on the case


Hennepin County Board candidate discusses being a 'sex worker' on podcast

Edina candidate Marisa Simonetti released a tarantula during a dispute with a tenant, faces misdemeanor assault charge.


HCMC wants a $1 billion patient tower, but first it needs a new parking ramp

County plans to demolish an older parking structure and build a new hospital tower.


Chief Hennepin judge reverses decision to give accused domestic abusers quick access to bail

Chief Judge Kerry W. Meyer rescinded June order after concerns from law enforcement.


Tarantula-tossing Hennepin County Board candidate appears in court, hires attorney

Marisa Simonetti, 30, of Edina, is accused of misdemeanor fifth-degree assault after dispute with a tenant.


When residents call 911, Hennepin County wants to make sure there are enough dispatchers to pick up

The County Board approved a staffing study in June as the number of emergency calls rise after a pandemic lull.


Met Council union authorizes strike; rejects 'discriminatory performance-based pay'

AFSCME Local 668 leaders say 94% backed strike vote as contract talks break down.


Property owners could pay for $1B in upgrades after HCMC fight stalled tax change

Proposed change to Hennepin County tax would also provide $9 million a year for Target Field and $4 million for youth activities and libraries.


Tarantula-tossing candidate for county board responds to questions about work as an escort

Marisa Simonetti is unapologetic, embracing her newfound notoriety after her arrest, and dismissive of past fraud allegations.


New Southdale Library will top $106 million, include Edina Arts Center

The current library will be demolished next year, with new facility expected to open in 2027.