Duluth City Council, Mayoral Candidates File for 2015 Election
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Belknap Project May be Put on Hold by State Budget Cuts
Wisconsin Highway Budget Cut by 800 Million
Belknap Street reconstruction will compete for funding with larger projects in Milwaukee.
Minnesota firefighter flies Confederate flag in parade
A Minnesota firefighter is defending his decision to fly a Confederate flag during a holiday parade.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Entering 2016 Presidential Race
Walker Running for President in 2016
Aides to Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker say the Republican is entering the crowded Republican race for president.
Abortions Rise in Minnesota; 1st Increase Since 2006
Report Released Wednesday
Health officials say the number of abortions performed in Minnesota went up last year, the first increase since 2006.
Nolan in for Another Term in Congress
U. S. Rep. Rick Nolan plans to seek another term representing Minnesota’s 8th congressional district next year.
Microbeads Officially Banned in Wisconsin
Walker Signed Bill into Law Wednesday
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that bans microbeads, the plastic exfoliant in soap, toothpaste and other personal care products.
Walker Signs Bill Outlawing Lies About Military Service
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that makes lying about military service a crime.
Walker Signs Emergency Allergy Treatment Bill
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that permits businesses to keep a supply of epinephrine injections to counteract life-threatening allergic reactions.
New Laws Take Effect in Minnesota
New Laws Start July 1 in Minnesota
A raft of new laws is set to take effect in Minnesota on Wednesday.
US, Cuba to Open Embassies to Restore Ties
Decision Announced Wednesday Morning
The United States and Cuba have agreed to open embassies in their capital cities, a major step in restoring ties after more than 50 years of hostilities.
Political Feud Reopens as Dayton Sets Agency Head Pay
Raises Postponed in February
Gov. Mark Dayton was preparing to announce pay raises for his state agency commissioners as Republicans were warning exorbitant increases would become a campaign issue next year.
Wednesday Ends Long Wait for Medical Marijuana Patients
Some Doctors Still Not on Board
Minnesota is officially in the medical marijuana business.
Kozy Building Passing 11th Hour For Restoration
Management Hopeful To Get $7 Million In State Tax Credits
It’s been nearly five years since the troubled Kozy building went up in flames in Duluth. And today it remains arguably the biggest eyesore in downtown Duluth. But a businessman behind the restoration project is hoping to finally get the tax credits needed to begin construction.
Historic Nashwauk Buildings in Danger of Coming Down
Multiple Buildings Declared Uninhabitable
A building inspector recently declared four Nashwauk buildings uninhabitable.
Wis. Republicans Reach Deal to End Budget Impasse
Republican legislative leaders have reached a deal on a new state budget.
Nordic Ski Trail in West Duluth Raises Concerns
Proposed Trail Goes Through Buffer-Zone
A proposed Nordic trail center near Spirit Mountain isn’t sitting well with some residents.
MN Environmental Groups Urge Dayton to Wade Into Mine Review
Advocates Call on Dayton to Require Stronger Environmental Protections for Mining Project
Environmental advocates are calling on Gov. Mark Dayton to require stronger environmental protections for a proposed copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota.
Wis. Democrats Want to Remove Marriage Definition in Constitution
Wisconsin Democrats say they want to eliminate nullified language in the state’s constitution that defines marriage as between a man and a woman.
Proposed hog megafarm causes stir in northern Wisconsin
Opponents Against Shores of Chequamegon Bay for Hog Farm
Opponents are raising concerns about a proposed hog “megafarm” in northern Wisconsin.
Crowd cheers ‘Love wins’ at Minneapolis gay pride parade
Same-Sex marriages legal in all 50 states
A large and boisterous crowd has turned out to celebrate at the annual gay pride parade in Minneapolis in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that same-sex marriages are legal in all 50 states
Starting soon, Minnesota nursing homes can go big on bingo
Nursing homes able to hold more games of weekly bingo
A boundary on Minnesota nursing home bingo is going by the wayside.
Medical pot sales to begin in Minnesota, but fight not over
Clinics to begin selling medicine on Wednesday
This week, Minnesota will be the latest state to enter into the world of medical marijuana.
U.S. Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Same-Sex Marriage
SCOTUS Makes Historic Decision
A landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court Friday, is making same–sex marriage legal in all fifty states.
Supreme Court Extends Same-sex Marriage Nationwide
14 States to Stop Enforcing Bans
The Supreme Court has declared that same-sex couples have a right to marry anywhere in the United States.
Community Weighs In on Future of Lake Superior Zoo
For First Time, Community-Organized Meeting Allows Public to Share Input
For the first time since the Lake Superior Zoo’s future has been up for debate, a community–run meeting gave the public a chance to weigh in.
Candidate Enters Race for Duluth School Board
Duluth Woman Announces Bid for School Board Member At-Large
Renee Van Nett is a mother and licensed foster mother who works as the Employment Liaison for Community Action Duluth and lives in Lincoln Park.
Water Problems Threaten Big Repair Costs for Science Museum
No Safety Issue for Museum-Goers
The Science Museum of Minnesota faces serious water problems that could cost state taxpayers plenty.
Minnesota League of Cities Meets in Duluth
Local Leaders Meeting for Three Days
Municipal leaders are meeting in Duluth this week to hone their skills.
Committee: No Raises for Wisconsin State Workers
The legislative committee that handles state workers’ contracts has agreed to give them no pay raises over the next two fiscal years.
Walker Supports Taking Confederate Flag Down
Gov. Scott Walker says he supports South Carolina’s governor’s call to remove the Confederate flag from the grounds of that state’s capitol.
Duluth Better Ballot Looks to Gain Support
Group Promotes Rank Choice Voting
Wednesday night Duluthians were out in hopes of changing how you vote in elections.
Hanson Is Back In Duluth Mayoral Race
Duluth City Councilor Howie Hanson has thrown his hat in – again – for mayor of Duluth.
$200K for Hockey Hall of Fame Museum
Granted Money During Special Session
The United States Hockey Hall of Fame is planning improvements for the Eveleth facility.
Minnesota Lawmakers Increase Penalties for Mid-Level DWIs
Penalty for Mid-Level DWIs Increases in MN
Changes in the penalties for drunken driving could affect thousands of motorists in Minnesota who get behind the wheel while heavily intoxicated.
Jeb Bush Announces Candidacy for President
Jeb Bush Running for President
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush entered the 2016 presidential campaign on Monday with a rally and speech at Miami Dade College, joining 10 other Republicans already in the race for the party’s nomination.
New WI Speed Limit Signs to Be Installed This Week
70 mph signs to be installed along Interstates this week in WI
County highway crews will begin installing 70 mph speed limit signs along Wisconsin Interstates this week.
Sunday Growler Sales Begin in Minneapolis, Duluth
Canal Park Brewery Holds Ribbon Cutting
Minneapolis has approved Sunday growler sales starting this weekend.
Minnesota’s Sex Offender Program Up for Discussion
Minnesota lawmakers had their chance again this session to make changes in the state’s sex offender program, but they passed it up.
Gov. Dayton to Sign Bills Avoiding Shutdown
No Government Shutdown
Gov. Mark Dayton says he will sign the bills passed by a special legislative session, avoiding a government shutdown.
Minn. Lawmakers Pass Jobs, Economic Development Budget
Has Added Unemployment Benefits for Laid Off Steelworkers
Minnesota legislators have passed a revamped jobs and economic development budget with additional money for broadband Internet development in rural Minnesota.
Dayton Calls Friday Special Session to Finish up Budget
Session to Begin at 10 a.m.
Gov. Mark Dayton is calling a special session for Friday morning to finish up the state’s budget.
Dayton Says, He, Lawamkers Have Tentative Budget Deal
Governor Dayton & Lawmakers Reach Tentative Deal
Gov. Mark Dayton says Minnesota leaders have settled their remaining budget disputes and he is prepared to call the Legislature into special session.
Wis. Senate Approves 20-Week Abortion Ban Bill
The Wisconsin state Senate has advanced a fast-tracked bill that would ban non-emergency abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Wis. Senate OKs Off-Duty Officers With Guns in Schools
The Wisconsin Senate has approved a proposal that would allow off-duty and retired officers to carry guns in schools.
Legislature to OK Off-Duty Officers with Guns in Schools
Lawmakers to Vote Tuesday
The Wisconsin Legislature is scheduled to pass a proposal that would allow off-duty and retired officers to carry guns in schools.
Protesters Call For Spooner Superintendent To Resign
Protesters Believe Teachers Are Being 'Bullied'
The voices are growing louder against the new administration of the Spooner Area School District. And now, there’s a call for their resignation starting from the very top.
Nolan Announces Plan to Reform Campaign Financing
Hopes "Restore Democracy" Proposal Will Spark Conversation
Congressman Rick Nolan is calling on lawmakers to support his idea to redefine politics.
Funds Needed to Complete Hwy 53 Project
City of Virginia Needs Money During Legislative Special Session
Millions of dollars are needed in order to push ahead with construction on Highway 53 near Virginia.
Special Session to Pass MN Budget Waits for Leaders to get Pact
Negotiations Over Deal to Enable Special Session in MN at a Standstill
Negotiations over a deal to enable a special legislative session are at a standstill.
