State legislators bought home monitoring systems. Congressmembers hired security agents. Political groups encouraged candidates to create safety plans. Cities tightened security in council chambers. Security has been a growing priority at all levels of government in recent years as elected officials have faced more threats and harassment,

If Tim Walz wants to secure a rare third term as Minnesota’s governor, he’ll need to overcome an erosion of support outside the Twin Cities and convince a wary electorate that 12 years in office is not too much.

The attack on Minnesota state lawmakers sent a chill through Beacon Hill, where elected officials say they’re newly balancing accessibility to constituents with protecting themselves and their families.

A review by Boston.com of sample ballots available online from the other 49 states didn’t show any that included home addresses.

The assassination of Minnesota state Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband over the weekend haunts those who knew her personally and professionally.