Teacher Assault Bill Meets Fierce Opposition in State Senate
A state Senate proposal that would require school boards to expel any student who assaults a teacher is receiving strong opposition.
Author: Raeanna Marnati
Minnesota Gains 9,000 Jobs in February
Minneapolis employers added 9,000 jobs in February.
Minnesota GOPers Press to Restrict Transgender Bathroom use
Minnesota Republicans are moving to restrict transgender residents’ use of bathrooms and locker rooms.
Suspect Arrested in St. Paul Double Homicide
A man suspected of fatally shooting two men outside of a St. Paul hotel has been arrested.
Two Charged for Selling Meth in Grand Rapids
Two men have been charged with allegedly selling methamphetamine in Itasca County.
One Dead in Beltrami County Rollover
One person was killed after a rollover in Beltrami County on Wednesday.
Moorhead Police Investigating another Fatal Heroin Overdose
Authorities are investigating after a fourth person has died from an apparent overdose in the Fargo-Moorhead area.
Cliffs Expects to Reopen United Taconite sometime this Year
The head of Cliffs Natural Resources says he expects to resume production at United Taconite in Eveleth and Forbes sometime this year.
Drug Company Sets up Heroin Overdose Antidote Rebates
A pharmaceutical company has agreed to provide rebates to public entities in Wisconsin that purchase the heroin overdose antidote Narcan.
Judge Rejects School Racial Diversity Rules for Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Education is expected to reconsider new rules on integrating schools after an administrative law judge rejected the departments initial plan.
President Obama Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Attack Victims
President Barack Obama has ordered flags be flown at half-staff immediately in honor of the victim’s of the terror attacks in Brussels, Belgium.
Meeting Set for Hibbing Sex Offender Release
The Hibbing Police Department is hosting a meeting to notify the public about the release and relocation of a Level III sex offender.
Dog Attack Leaves Woman Injured, Dog Dead
A woman is recovering from severe injuries inflicted in a dog attack that killed her own dog in Stearns County.
Police Searching for Missing Minnesota Man
Winona Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing man.
Carnival to Set Sail to Cuba
The world’s largest cruise line is getting approval from Cuba to start running “cultural exchange” trips to the island starting in May.
Former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford Dies
Former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has died after 18 months of treatment for a rare and aggressive cancer first diagnosed in 2014.
Level III Sex Offender Relocating to Virginia
The Virginia Police Department is notifying the public of the release and relocation of a Level III sex offender.
Deadly Explosion Rocks Brussels Airport, Subway
Belgian officials say 31 people are dead and another 187 wounded after three explosions in Brussels.
Authorities Recover Body of Man who Jumped off Bong Bridge
The body of a man who jumped off the Bong Bridge was recovered Monday.
Two Arrested with Stolen Firearm in Duluth
Duluth Police have arrested two people after finding a stolen firearm in their possession.
Minnesota Senate takes first baby step toward upgrading IDs
Minnesota’s Senate has taken the first step toward resolving a dispute with the federal government over driver’s licenses.
Minnesota State Trooper Rescues Injured Eagle
A Minnesota State Trooper went above and beyond the call of duty after rescuing a bald eagle over the weekend.
Texas Mother Charged after Putting Child in Oven
A Texas woman has been charged after allegedly putting her 2-year-old daughter in the oven.
Duluth Burglary Suspect Arrested
A 17-year-old man was arrested in connection to a burglary in Duluth on Sunday.
2016 Shipping Season Kicks Off Tuesday
The first two U.S.-flag lakers will leave the Duluth-Superior harbor Tuesday, kicking off the 2016 shipping season.
DECC to Celebrate 50 Years with Beach Boys, Temptations Concert
The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center will celebrate it’s 50th Anniversary this year with a concert featuring the Beach Boys and Temptations.
Minnesota DNR orders Catch-and-Release Walleye Season in Mille lacs
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced new regulations for the 2016 fishing season on Mille Lacs Lake.
North Carolina Police Officer Shot by Peeping Suspect
Police say a North Carolina officer has been shot by a suspect he had just brought into the county jail.
Driver Held in Fatal Itasca County Rollover
The driver of a car is behind bars after a rollover crash that killed a passenger in Itasca County last week.
Two Injured in Itasca County Rollover
Two people were injured after a rollover accident near Coleraine on Sunday night.
One Arrested after Vehicle Chase, Striking Squad Car in Ashland
One person was arrested Friday afternoon following a vehicle pursuit in Ashland.
UPDATE: Victim Identified in Ashland Boating Accident
One person is dead after a boating accident in Ashland on Sunday.
Owner, Dog Rescued from Duluth Townhouse Fire
A woman and her dog are lucky to be alive after being rescued from a fire at a Duluth townhouse on Saturday morning.
Hibbing High School Teacher Placed on Leave
A Hibbing High School teacher has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation.
DNR Asks Anglers to Scrape DNA from Lake Superior Trout
Scientists with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are enlisting the help of anglers in an effort to restore a trouble trout population in Lake Superior.
3 Newborn Puppies Found in Trash Get a Second Chance at Life
Three newborn puppies discarded in a trash can in South Milwaukee are recovering at the Fond du Lac Humane Society.
Level III Sex Offender Relocating to Duluth
The Duluth Police Department is notifying the public of the release and relocation of a Level III sex offender.
3 Children have Died of Flu-Related Complications in Minnesota
Minnesota health officials say the number of children dying from flu-related complications is rising.
Constitutionality of IRRRB Board Questioned in Audit
A new report suggests the structure of a crucial Iron Range oversight board may be unconstitutional.
One Dead in Itasca County Rollover
One person is dead after a rollover in Itasca County Thursday night.
Wanted Man Arrested in Duluth
A man police described as a dangerous felon is behind bars after being arrested in Duluth on Thursday.
One Injured in Head-On Collision in Bayfield County
One person was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries following a head-on collision in Bayfield County on Thursday.
Duluth Doctor Stripped of Medical License
A Duluth doctor has been stripped of his license by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
House Passes Bill to extend Benefits for Iron Range Workers
The Minnesota House of Representatives has passed a measure that would extend unemployment benefits for laid-off Iron Range miners, but relief is not coming just yet.
Carlton County Experiencing 911 Outage
Portions of Carlton County are experiencing a 911 outage.
Schroeder Finishes Iditarod
Chisholm musher Nathan Schroeder has finally crossed the finish line of the 2016 Iditarod.
Two Men Arrested for Selling Heroin in Duluth
Two men have been arrested and charged for allegedly selling Heroin in Duluth.
Man Arrested for Passing Counterfeit Bills
A 48-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly passing counterfeit bills at different businesses in Tower, Minnesota.
Senate Votes to Hold Website in Contempt over Sex Ads
The Senate has voted to hold the classified advertising website Backpage.com in civil contempt for failing to comply with a congressional subpoena into how it screens ads for possible sex trafficking.
Explosion Reported at National Zoo
Fire officials are investigating reports of an explosion at the National Zoo.
