UMD Voter Palooza
Bulldog's Register To Vote
Election day is getting closer and the UMD campus is educating students about voting in an event called Voter Palooza. Teaching students about the importance of getting out the vote.
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Governor Dayton Signs Emergency Executive Order
State of Peacetime Emergency for areas of southern Minnesota
Emergency Executive Order 16-08 was signed on Tuesday, proclaiming a state of peacetime emergency for southern Minnesota.
Pence to Meet with Walker for Debate Preparations
The meeting comes the day after the first presidential debate
Republican vice presidential nominee, Mike Pence, is meeting with Governor Scott Walker for debate preparations in Wisconsin.
Red Herring Lounge Hosts Debate Bingo
Voters in Duluth Play Bingo While Watching Debate
The Red Herring Lounge in Duluth hosted a bingo game for patrons to play while watching the presidential debate.
First-Time Voters React to Debate
Many students will vote in their first election this November. Some hope the candidates clarify their stances on the issues.
First-time voters attended debate viewing parties throughout the Northland. Many said they were decided on which candidate they were voting for. However, some wanted the candidates to clarify their stances on the issues.
Clock Runs Out for Special Legislative Session
Governor Dayton announced today that time has run out for a session before November
Governor Mark Dayton says time has run out for a special legislative session.
Voting Underway in Minnesota
Election Day is six weeks away but the voting is already underway in Minnesota.
Walker asks Assembly Speaker to Work with Him on Roads
Gov. Scott Walker is taking the unusual step of sending a public letter to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos encouraging the fellow Republican to work on finding a solution to roads funding.
Kids Voting Initiative Returning For 2016 Election
Mayor Emily Larson, school officials and community organizations announced the return Tuesday.
Mayor Emily Larson, school officials and community organizations announced the return Tuesday.
Gov. Dayton Criticized for Severance Payments to Political Appointees
Gov. Dayton authorized nearly $80,000 in severance payments
Minnesota Republicans are criticizing Governor Mark Dayton for authorizing nearly $80,000 in severance payments to three top officials who resigned from his administration.
Duluth Residents Notice a Lack of Political Signs Up
Less people advocating in yards this year
It’s presidential election season but maybe you noticed something a little different this time around in Duluth.
Early Voting Underway in Wisconsin
In-person voting started in Wisconsin Rapids
Early in-person voting is underway in Wisconsin.
Candidates Spar in Debate for MN 8th District Congressional Seat
Nolan and Mills Get Heated On the Issues
Republican businessman Stewart Mills came just shy of winning Minnesota’s 8th District Congressional seat in 2014.
Minnesota Senators Help Pass Job-Creating Water Infrastructure Bill to Benefit Minnesota
The bill supports the Lake Superior region and invests in new infrastructure projects
U.S. Senators Al Franken and Amy Klobuchar said they worked to pass a major water infrastructure bill in the Senate on Thursday because it not only creates jobs, modernizes community water systems, and makes the nation’s waterways more navigable, but it will also bolster investment in clean drinking water and in efforts to replace dangerous lead pipes.
Gov. Walker Releases Transportation Spending Plan
Provides more for local governemnts and county and state road maintenance
Governor Scott Walker is defending his administration’s road-funding proposal.
Wisconsin Changes Rules on Absentee Voting
Voters Now Have More Than a Month to Vote Absentee
Voting in the state of Wisconsin just got a little easier for the upcoming election.
Road Borrowing Low on Walker’s Next Budget
The state faces a $940 million shortfall
Governor Scott Walker says he’ll keep borrowing for road projects low in the next state budget.
Minnesota Supreme Court Decision Keeps Trump on Ballot
Legal challenge by Democrats is dismissed
Minnesota’s Supreme Court has dismissed a legal challenge by Democrats to have Donald Trump removed from the ballot.
Dayton Looks to Revive Special Session
With light rail drama easing, Dayton hopes to get legislators back for a session
Governor Mark Dayton is holding out hope that lawmakers can return for a special session.
Wisconsin Legislative Committee Studying Burial Site Preservation
A Republican bill that would have allowed quarry ownders to exacvate died last session
A legislative committee is studying changes to Wisconsin law protecting burial sites after a Republican bill that would have allowed quarry owners to excavate American Indian mounds died last session.
Gov. Walker Announces “Back to School” Sales Tax Holiday
Would be introduced into his 2017-19 biennial budget
Governor Scott Walker will visit Shopko Stores Operating Corporation in Green Bay, as well as Kohl’s in Menomonee Falls today to announce the inclusion of a “Back to School” sales tax holiday in his 2017-19 biennial budget.
Federal Judge Randa Dies at age 76
Appointed to the federal bench in 1992 by President Bush
U.S. District Court Judge Rudolph Randa, whose rulings included the John Doe investigation into Gov. Scott Walker’s campaign, has died at age 76.
Minnesota Remains Top State for Refugee Resettlement
Ranking 13th in the nation
New figures from the U.S. State Department show Minnesota remains among the top states for refugee resettlement.
Dayton Authorizes State Disaster Assistance
Millions of dollars in relief from the State for central counties
Aitkin, Benton, Carlton, Crow Wing, Kanabec, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, and Traverse counties were affected
Feingold Will Oppose ‘Unfair Labor Deals’
Tells Wisconsin unions he will oppose "lousy unfair labor deals"
Democratic Senate candidate Russ Feingold is telling Wisconsin unions he will oppose “lousy unfair labor deals” and vote against the Trans Pacific Partnership if elected.
Five Other Candidates to Join Clinton and Trump on Wisconsin Ballot
Trump and Clinton may have some competition
Five candidates for president other than Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton have met qualifications to be on the ballot in Wisconsin.
Michigan Pro-Marijuana Group Loses Challenge Over Access to Ballot
Group was hoping to put the question on the fall ballot
A group trying to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in Michigan, has failed to persuade a judge to put the question on the fall ballot.
Medicare and Social Security PAC Endorses Nolan for Congress
Rep. Nolan Accepts Endorsement In Duluth
Minnesota Congressman Rick Nolan is adding one more endorsement to his list of supporters as he seeks reelection in the fall.
Donald Trump Raising Funds in Minnesota
Republican Presidential Candidate Hopes to Raise Thousands
Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump made his first visit to the Land of 10,000 Lakes on Friday, asking for thousands of dollars.
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson on the Campaign Trail
Ron Johnson Confident in Election Win
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson is back on the campaign trail, and made a media stop in Duluth earlier this morning.
Disaster Assistance Meeting for July Flooding
Wisconsin Officials Visit to Educate Residents on Disaster Relief Funding
Local governments and private non-profit agencies that sustained damage during the floods in Northwest Wisconsin were encouraged to attend a meeting in Superior on Tuesday morning.
Friends and Family Gather to Honor the Minnesota’s Former Governor
Funeral services were held for former Minnesota Gov. Wendell Anderson
Family, friends, and colleagues said their goodbyes today to former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson.
Controversial Paintings in Minnesota Capitol to be Moved
Panel overseeing renovation of the Capitol is moving to relocated two paintings
A panel overseeing renovation of the Minnesota State Capitol building is moving to relocated two controversial paintings with depictions of Native Americans that some have deemed offensive.
Final Primary Results
The final primary election results.
Fruehauf Takes Win Over Blank For DA Seat
For the first time in more than 20 years, Douglas County is getting a new district attorney.
UW to ask for Additional Money and an End to Tuition Freeze
UWS Releases Statement
University of Wisconsin System leaders plan to ask Gov. Scott Walker to lift a tuition freeze and give them about $40 million more in aid in the next state budget.
New Laws To Take Effect In Minnesota
Several Minnesota laws become active Aug. 1
Starting Monday, Aug. 1 several new laws will go into effect in Minnesota.
Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Reagan Granted Freedom
John Hinckley Jr. attempted to kill Reagan on March 30, 1981
On March 30, 1981, John Hinckley Jr. attempted to shoot and kill President Ronald Regan outside of the Washington Hilton Hotel. Hinckley fired six shots, where he hit four people, including Reagan, who suffered a wound when a bullet bounced off the presidential limo.
Hillary Clinton Clinches the Democratic Nomination
She makes history as the first female nominated for president
Hillary Clinton faced Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders in a fight for the primary nomination for president.
Duluth is Praised by Transportation Secretary
Accomplishments by the City of Duluth are recognized by Anthony Foxx
From the office of Congressman Rick Nolan, it has been reported that the Transportation Secretary, Anthony Foxx could not have been more impressed by the city of Duluth and the collaboration resulting in its economic successes.
Minnesota State Senator’s Sister Fatally Shot in Atlanta
Sen. Jeff Hayden's sister was caught in the crossfire outside Atlanta bar
A young woman was fatally shot outside of a bar in Atlanta early Saturday, the woman has been identified as Taylor Hayden, sister of Minnesota State Senator, Jeff Hayden.
Terror Attack Suspected in Munich Mall Shooting Spree
Police believe up to three shooters were involved
Fox News has reported that a massive man hunt for three gunmen is underway in Munich Friday night following a suspected terror attack on a city shopping mall, which left at least six people dead and an unknown number injured.
Duluth Holds Public Safety Town Hall
The Civilian Review Board, Police and Fire Departments were all in attendance.
The Civilian Review Board, Police and Fire Departments were all in attendance.
Protests Outside of Republican National Convention
Heightened police presence outside Quicken Loans Arena
Police presence is heightened on day two of the Republican National Convention.
Former Minnesota Gov. Wendell Anderson Dies
Former Minnesota Gov. Wendell Anderson, a Democrat who was seen as embodying his state when he posed for an iconic Time magazine cover only to lose public confidence by arranging his own appointment to the U.S. Senate, has died. He was 83.
Donald Trump Names Running Mate
Donald Trump says on Twitter that he’s picked Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate.
Homeland Security Denies Dayton’s REAL ID Extension Request
Extension for REAL ID Denied by Homeland Security
Federal officials have again denied Gov. Mark Dayton’s request for more time to comply with stronger driver’s license standards to board planes.
Dayton Offers Transportation Plans; GOP Cool
Governor Dayton Offers Alternative Transportation Proposals to GOP
With only a week before Minnesota’s Legislature must adjourn, state leaders in St. Paul still haven’t reached a deal on a transportation funding plan.
Leaders enter Session Homestretch at Odds on Transportation
Just one week remains in the Minnesota Legislative session, but lawmakers are not any closer to finalizing a transportation plan than they were two months ago.
White House Gives Transgender Bathroom Directive to Schools
The White House is ordering every public school in the country to let transgender students use bathrooms and locker rooms that match their current gender identity.
