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.


Heather Edelson wins District 6 seat on Hennepin County Board in special election

Edelson, a state representative, won 54% of the vote to defeat businesswoman Marisa Simonetti.


Hennepin County Board OKs $30K for sweat lodges at Plymouth corrections facility

The lodges will be built at men's and women's facilities for bimonthly ceremonies.


Two Edina residents running in special election for open seat on Hennepin County Board

Heather Edelson and Marisa Simonetti are running in the special election next Tuesday, May 14, to decide who represents District 6 through the end of 2024.


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.