Abortions Rise in Minnesota; 1st Increase Since 2006
Health officials say the number of abortions performed in Minnesota went up last year, the first increase since 2006.
Political News
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
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
A raft of new laws is set to take effect in Minnesota on Wednesday.
US, Cuba to Open Embassies to Restore Ties
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
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
Minnesota is officially in the medical marijuana business.
Kozy Building Passing 11th Hour For Restoration
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.Â
Historic Nashwauk Buildings in Danger of Coming Down
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
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
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.
