Walker Signs Abortion Ban Bill
Republican Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that outlaws non-emergency abortions at or beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Political News
148th Fighter Wing Marks a Significant Event
The arrival of the active duty Airman (a native of Minnesota) marks a significant event for the 148th Fighter Wing, the Duluth Military Affairs Committee, the city of Duluth and the state of Minnesota.
Spring Running for Duluth City Council
Karl Spring announced plans to represent district one.
Notice: Walker to sign 20-week abortion ban Monday
Wisconsin Republican Gov. Scott Walker is scheduled Monday to sign a bill banning abortions at or beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Medical marijuana, now legal, still not easy to get for some
Just two facilities in Minneapolis and Eagan opened when Minnesota's new medical marijuana program launched this month.
8th District Schools in Minnesota get More Than $1M
U.S. Rep. Rick Nolan Thursday announced more than $1 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Education through the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program for colleges in the Eighth District.
Chisholm Post Office to be Renamed After Late Congressman
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, along with Representative Rick Nolan, announced that their bill to rename the Chisholm Post Office in memory of former Representative Jim Oberstar has passed the House.
Gov. Scott Walker Enters Presidential Race
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has announced on social media that he's running for president, tweeting ``I'm in.''
Legislation Takes on Cell Phone Cases That Look Like Guns
Minnesota lawmakers are worried about cell phone cases designed to look like handguns.
Minnesota Scoops Up Extra $555M in Taxes for the Year
Minnesota continues to scoop up more in tax collections than forecasts predicted.
Wisconsin Assembly Approves 20-Week Abortion Ban
The state Assembly has passed a bill banning non-emergency abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Tech Consultant Plans to Challenge Duffy in Wisconsin 7th
A consultant to technology companies plans to run against Republican U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy in northern and central Wisconsin's 7th District next year.
Lake County Demolishes Restaurant
A former Hardee's restaurant that was vacated in 2004 has been demolished in Two Harbors.
"Road to Freedom" Tour Travels to Celebrate 25 Years of the ADA
Duluth welcomed the Road to Freedom bus Tuesday morning to build excitement for the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Duluth City Council, Mayoral Candidates File for 2015 Election
Tuesday marks the first day of filing for City Council, Mayoral and School Board Candidates who want to run in this fall's election.
