 We start off this evening with breaking news out of Saint Paul while delivering the annual State of the State of Dress Governor Mark Dayton collapsed and fell to the floor. During his speech, Governor Dayton spoke of key issues such as education and transportation, but while speaking about health care, Governor Dayton paused to take a drink of water before appearing to faint as he stepped away from the podium. EMTs attended to the governor as he lay on the floor behind the podium. The legislature adjourned following Dayton's collapse. Dayton had briefly stumbled while entering the chamber to deliver his address. Reports out of the Capitol say that the 69-year-old Democratic governor appeared conscious as he was helped into a back room five minutes later. The Associated Press is reporting that Governor Dayton was joking with paramedics after regaining consciousness. Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka said, quote, we all care for each other. That's our whole focus right now, period, is praying for our governor. Whatever it is that he has a speedy recovery, beyond that tonight, we are here for him, end quote. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.