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.


Last-minute bill would make it harder for Hennepin County to take back control of HCMC

Hennepin County leaders have spent months probing HCMC finances and recent insurance changes.


Hennepin County commission primary narrows Edina-area seat to two

State Rep. Heather Edelson and businesswoman Marisa Simonetti will face off May 14 for a seat left vacant since September.


Hennepin Co. Board OKs Mary Moriarty's request to hire outside lawyers for trooper prosecution

The Hennepin County Board voted 5-1 to approve the request, which was criticized by the trooper's attorney and has an unknown cost.


Prosecutor shake-up in Moriarty's office in murder case against trooper Londregan

The lead prosecutor has stepped down as Hennepin County Attorney asks for authority for outside counsel.


6 Edina residents explain why they're running for the Hennepin County Board

A special primary April 30 will narrow the field from six to two before a special election May 14; they'll represent a district that includes Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Wayzata and other west metro communities.


Ex-Hennepin sheriff paid for drunk-driving damages with workers' comp

The Hennepin County Board approved a $240,000 settlement with former Sheriff Dave Hutchinson.


Should Hennepin County consider the race and gender of contractors it hires?

Disparity study will examine if extra measures are still needed to level the playing field for businesses owned by women and people of color.


Deputies accuse former Hennepin County sheriff of workplace filled with bigotry

A lawsuit filed by seven plaintiffs, including current Sheriff Dawanna Witt, alleges Hennepin County leaders didn't do enough to address demeaning and volatile behavior.


Push to convert stadium tax to pay for hospital improvements advances with bipartisan backing

Senate supports the change, but the bill has yet to have a hearing in the House


Nurses want Hennepin County to take back control of HCMC

The demand comes after months of criticism of Hennepin Healthcare System leaders and HCMC working conditions by staff.