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.
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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.
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.
Proposed hog megafarm causes stir in northern Wisconsin
Opponents are raising concerns about a proposed hog ``megafarm'' in northern Wisconsin.
Crowd cheers 'Love wins' at Minneapolis gay pride parade
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
A boundary on Minnesota nursing home bingo is going by the wayside.
Medical pot sales to begin in Minnesota, but fight not over
This week, Minnesota will be the latest state to enter into the world of medical marijuana.
