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Eva Herscowitz

Reporter
South metro
Eva Herscowitz covers Dakota and Scott counties for the Star Tribune. She's from Maryland and previously worked at The Post and Courier in Charleston, South Carolina.

Latest from Eva Herscowitz

Elections

DFL Rep. Tabke picks up one vote over Republican Paul after 54A recount

At the recount’s conclusion on Thursday, Brad Tabke had 10,980 votes to Aaron Paul’s 10,965. The outcome of the closely watched Minnesota House race could determine the balance of power in the chamber.
November 21, 2024
News & Politics

Northfield residents concerned about rising taxes to pay for big projects

From bike lanes to a new ice rink, Northfield is planning or completing some big projects. Some residents are worried about the rising taxes to pay for them.
November 19, 2024
Twin Cities Suburbs

‘Everybody’s in a hurry.’ What could make S. Robert Street safer for pedestrians?

MnDOT is studying ways to improve walkability on part of West St. Paul’s main road running from Annapolis Street to Mendota Road.
November 12, 2024
Elections

Sherburne County will pay for legislative recount, while state will cover the cost in Scott County contest

The results of the two tight legislative battles could determine which party leads the House for the next two years.
November 10, 2024
Elections

Shakopee area legislative race headed for recount in contest that could determine control of Minnesota House

DFL Rep. Brad Tabke is only 14 votes ahead of Republican challenger Aaron Paul after a rescanning of ballots.
November 9, 2024
Elections

Edelson defeats tarantula-tossing challenger for Hennepin County Board

Heather Edelson was challenged by headline-making candidate Marisa Simonetti. Board incumbents Kevin Anderson, Jeffrey Lunde and Debbie Goettel also won.
November 6, 2024
Elections

South metro elections: Mayor Jimmy Francis re-elected in South St. Paul

Elsewhere in the south metro, incumbents retained seats on Lakeville and Shakopee city councils, and Northfield chose a new mayor.
November 6, 2024
Twin Cities Suburbs

Proposed data center in Farmington sparks resident pushback

City officials and a development executive say the project will create jobs and expand tax revenue. Homeowners worry the sprawling facility could spoil serene environment.
November 1, 2024
As drivers enter Farmington, they are greeted with elements of the city's longtime logo.
Elections

Shakopee area legislative race headed for recount in contest that could determine control of Minnesota House

DFL Rep. Brad Tabke is only 14 votes ahead of Republican challenger Aaron Paul after a rescanning of ballots.
November 9, 2024
Elections

Edelson defeats tarantula-tossing challenger for Hennepin County Board

Heather Edelson was challenged by headline-making candidate Marisa Simonetti. Board incumbents Kevin Anderson, Jeffrey Lunde and Debbie Goettel also won.
November 6, 2024
Elections

South metro elections: Mayor Jimmy Francis re-elected in South St. Paul

Elsewhere in the south metro, incumbents retained seats on Lakeville and Shakopee city councils, and Northfield chose a new mayor.
November 6, 2024
Twin Cities Suburbs

Proposed data center in Farmington sparks resident pushback

City officials and a development executive say the project will create jobs and expand tax revenue. Homeowners worry the sprawling facility could spoil serene environment.
November 1, 2024
As drivers enter Farmington, they are greeted with elements of the city's longtime logo.