St. Louis Co. Board Passes New ATV Ordinance
ATV's to Be Allowed on County Roads that Connect Trails
St. Louis County commissioners have passed a resolution allowing ATV riders on roads that connect trails.
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Diffusing a Suspicious Package, with Help From 148th?
Authorities Seek Help Closer to Home for Threats
It’s a concern law enforcement officials are bringing to light after a suspicious package showed up at UW-Superior.
Group Urges Duluthians to Adopt New Voting Method
Group Pushes for Ranked Choice Voting in Duluth
With just a 17% voter turnout for Tuesday’s primary election in Duluth, a local group is asking for the city to eliminate its primary and adopt Ranked Choice Voting, where voters can pick more than just one candidate.
Brainerd Contemplates Placing all Firefighters on Call
The union representing Minnesota firefighters says changes to the fire department in Brainerd could delay response times.
International Wolf Center Seeks Financial Help From State
Minnesota Senate Stops in Ely On First Leg of Bonding Tour
An Iron Range staple is turning to the Minnesota Senate to save it from becoming irrelevant.
Emily Larson, Chuck Horton Win Duluth Mayoral Primary Election
Candidates for Duluth Mayor Narrowed Down From 8 to 2
Emily Larson and Chuck Horton are the names that will appear on the November ballot as the city of Duluth votes in a new mayor.
Upgraded St. Louis County Government Center Hosts Open House
St. Louis County purchased the 32-year-old building from the state for $3.2 million in 2002, but part of the deal was that the state could be in the building for 10 years as a lease holder.
Minnesota Cities Press for Body-Camera Footage Restrictions
Duluth Police Support Restrictions
Sixteen Minnesota cities are petitioning the state for a temporary declaration that police body camera data be presumed private in most instances.
Ashland Victorious in 4-Year Legal Battle vs Xcel Energy
Federal Judge Rules City Has Zero Liability in Ashland Lakefront SuperFund Lawsuit
The four–year legal battle between the city of Ashland and Xcel Energy/Northern States Power has come to an end.
Minnesota Fund Launched to Protect Mississippi Headwaters
Funds to be Raised for Three Years
A conservation organization says it’s trying to raise $10 million for a fund meant to protect the Mississippi River and drinking water in the Twin Cities.
Duluth’s Primary Election Is This Tuesday
Candidates for Duluth mayor, city council and school board are getting ready to make one last push on Monday for votes before this Tuesday’s primary election.
Duluth Reveals 2016 General Fund Budget
Two Priorities: Street Maintenance, Employee Wages
Next year’s financial plan for the city of Duluth is being largely characterized as a ‘status quo’ budget compared to the 2015 budget with two primary exceptions.
City Willing to Help with Renovations
Vacant Tower Ave Space Could Be Renovated
The City of Superior is invested in the future of Tower Avenue.
Former Politician Endorses Duluth City Council Candidate
Former Lt. Governor Yvonne Prettner Solon says after reviewing candidates for the 5th district seat, she has decided to endorse Janet Kennedy.
Range Regional Airport Gets Nearly $2.5 Million for Improvements
Iron Range Airport Gets Millions in Funding
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that they have awarded $2,437,539 for infrastructure improvements at the Range Regional Airport in Hibbing.
Scanlon-Cloquet Merger Study
Idea Has Been Tossed Around for Decades
Scanlon and Cloquet already share police and fire services, but operate under separate municipal governments.
Congressmen want to know why St. Cloud VA report was shelved
Minnesota congressmen are demanding to know why a 2013 investigation that found serious problems with the work environment at the St. Cloud Veterans Affairs Medical Center was quietly shelved.
FEMA May Ask for Return of Funds
Inspector General: Duluth Didn't Meet Federal Requirements
FEMA has 90 days from August 24th, to make an official decision on whether to ask Duluth to return any portion of the $1.78 million in question.
Lawmakers Deny Allegations of ‘Making Out’ at Eagan Park
MN Lawmakers Accuse Sheriff's Deputy of Making Up Make Out Story
Two Minnesota lawmakers cited for allegedly “making out” at an Eagan park last week are accusing a sheriff’s deputy of making up the story.
Bills targeting Planned Parenthood Funding up for Hearing
A Republican bill to block federal money from going to Planned Parenthood in Wisconsin is up for a public hearing.
Superior Residents to Vote on School Funding
Referendum Vote April 5th
The school district says the money will provide secure entrances for all Superior schools, new class areas at superior high school, and an entirely new Cooper Elementary School.
Norshor Theater Presentation, Fees and Renovation Ideas
Duluthian's Property Taxes Would Remain Unaffected
The Committee Of the Whole reviewed a major proposal to renovate the NorShor Theater on Monday.
Group Rallies in Favor of Bike Lanes
Prior to Monday’s City Council a group rallied in favor of bike lanes.
Senator Stops in Northland to Promote Book
"The Senator Next Door"
Senator Amy Klobuchar stopped in Duluth Monday night at Barnes and Noble.
Officers cite 2 men for trying to net fish on Gull Lake
Conservation officers have issued citations to two tribal members who attempted to net fish on Gull Lake in Nisswa on the second day of efforts by activists to assert rights they say they hold under an 1855 treaty.
Hundreds march to Minnesota State Fair protest
Hundreds of protesters are marching in a Black Lives Matter rally outside the Minnesota State Fair.
Citizen Action of Wisconsin Meets in Duluth
Group Opposes Scott Walker's Proposed Healthcare Changes
The meeting focused on the groups opposition to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker’s, proposed federal healthcare policies.
Dayton says Planned Protest Outside Fair ‘Inappropriate’
Gov. Mark Dayton says the group Black Lives Matter has raised valid concerns about vending opportunities at the Minnesota State Fair.
Eric Johnson Announces Candidacy for MN House
Eric Johnson of International Falls says he brings years of experience to the table from owning and operating Voyageurs Outfitters Inc.
Couple Plans to Spend a Year in the BWCA
They were named ‘2014 Adventurers of the Year’ by National Geographic and have traveled more than 30,000-miles by canoe, kayak and dog sled over the last decade.
Superior City Councilor Holds Trash Fee Forum
Invites Public to Learn, Ask Questions About Garbage Collection Fee Proposal
Monday night, a Superior city councilor invited citizens to ask questions and learn about his proposal for a city trash collection fee.
Dayton Calls Special Election to Fill House 3A Seat
Gov. Mark Dayton is calling a special election to fill an open seat in the House triggered by a veteran Democrat’s death after a short battle with cancer.
Former NAACP President Remembered
A few dozen people joined together at a memorial ceremony in Canal Park Saturday afternoon to honor the life of an NAACP President who passed away last week.
Thousands Rally in Support of United Steelworkers’ Union
Marching for Fair Worker Contracts in Mining Industry
Contract deadlines for two of the nation’ largest mining companies are less than two weeks away, still with no agreement. Thursday night, Virginia streets were packed as thousands marched for fair contracts.
Former President Says Cancer Has Spread to Brain & Liver
Former President Carter to Undergo Radiation Treatment
Former President Jimmy Carter says his cancer has shown up in his liver and on his brain and that he will undergo radiation treatment.
Hagen to Call Special Meeting of Council
Council and Mayor Will Discuss Solutions and Hear Privatization Presentation
Councilors will hear a presentation on privatization through Waste Management and discuss possible solutions during the special session called by the Mayor
Dayton Administration Asked for $15.4M for Mille Lacs Aid
Dayton: Emergency Package Talks Fizzled
Gov. Mark Dayton’s administration was seeking $15 million for business loans and $400,000 in tourism marketing for the Lake Mille Lacs region in special session action plan to deal with fallout from the abrupt walleye fishing suspension.
Superior City Council Votes Down $9.75 Trash Fee
Despite Mayor Hagen's Recommendation, Council Votes Against Ordinace
Tuesday night, in a six to four vote, Superior City Councilors voted down an ordinance proposing city residents pay a first–ever, monthly fee to have their trash picked up.
City Looks to Construct Pedestrian Bridge
Bridge to go over the Mississippi River
It’s been a project nearly 6-years in the making: to build a pedestrian bridge across the Mississippi River in Grand Rapids.
U.S. Senator Baldwin Visits Superior
Mayor Hagen Supports Senator's Proposed Bill
Senator Baldwin spoke about her proposed Waterfront Community Revitalization and Resiliency Act.
MN DNR Warns Chippewa Against Treaty Rights Test
DNR Warns Chippewa Indians Group They Risk Prosecution for Wild Rice Harvesting
The Dayton administration has warned a group of Chippewa Indians who plan to harvest wild rice without state licenses later this month that they risk prosecution and seizure of their rice and equipment.
Candidate Announces Run for Seat Left Vacant by Representative’s Passing
Koochiching County Commissioner Running for House of Representatives
A northern Minnesota county commissioner has announced he’s running for the seat left empty after the passing of Representative David Dill.
Mineview in the Sky to Close in September
Iron Range Landmark Set to be a thing of the Past
An iconic landmark on the Iron Range will soon be a thing of the past this fall.
Superior Councilors to Vote on Trash Fee
$9.75 Monthly Fee Would Prevent Privatization of Trash Collection
Superior Mayor, Bruce Hagen will recommend the council pass an ordinance establishing the fee as a quarterly bill during Tuesday’s council meeting.
State Rep. David Dill Burial in International Falls
60-Year-Old Lost his Battle with Cancer
An Iron Range State Representative is laid to rest Saturday in International Falls.
City Council Fee Process to Appear on November Ballot
Voters to Decide If City Councilor's Pay Will Be Determined in New Way
At Friday’s special meeting, the Duluth City Council passed a resolution proposing a change to the process by which city officials’ pay is determined.
City Council Sets Ranked Choice Voting Ballot Question
Question to Parallel Wording on Fair Vote MN Petition, Clarifiers Added
What’s been a busy week for the Duluth City Council, wrapped up Friday with a special meeting held to discuss the future of Ranked Choice Voting in the city of Duluth.
Nearly 3 Dozen Apply for Top Job at MNsure
Third MNsure CEO in Two Years
Nearly three dozen applicants are vying for the top job at MNsure, but the health insurance exchange’s interim chief executive isn’t one of them.
Tribal Sovereignty Institute to be Formed at UMD
MN Indian Affairs Council Signs Resolution to Support Establishment of Tribal Sovereignty Institute
The Minnesota Indian Affairs Council, which represents members from each of Minnesota’s 11 tribes, has signed a resolution to support the establishment of a Tribal Sovereignty Institute at UMD.
Dayton to Lawmakers: Decide Soon on Aid to Mille Lacs Lake
Dayton Says Lawmakers Need to Decide Soon on Mille Lacs Lake Aid
Gov. Mark Dayton says lawmakers need to decide whether they’ll hold a special session to aid Mille Lacs Lake area businesses.
