Madison bans discrimination against atheists, non-religious
Wisconsin's proudly liberal capital city is moving to make sure atheists aren't discriminated against.
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Gov. Dayton Signs Liquor Regulation Changes into Law
Minnesotans will soon be able to take home bottles of beer from their favorite craft breweries on Sundays.
Simonson Announces He's Not Running for Mayor of Duluth
Minnesota State Representative Erik Simonson will not be running for Duluth’s mayor.
Secretary Simon Pushes Youth to Vote Early in MN
Minnesota Secretary of State, Steve Simon visited UMD Thursday afternoon to talk about the importance of voting.Â
Minn. Senate Staff Member Killed By Light Rail Train
A woman struck and killed by a light rail train in St. Paul was a longtime state Senate staff member.
WI Senate Committee OKs 70 mph Speed Limit Bill
The state Senate's transportation committee has approved a bill that would clear the way for a 70 mph speed limit.
1st Batch of Avian Flu Emergency Aid Clears House
The first batch of emergency money to help Minnesota agencies combat the spread of the avian flu affecting poultry farms is one step from Gov. Mark Dayton's desk.
Floodwood Native Running for Duluth City Council
Gary Anderson announced plans to represent district one, currently overseen by Jennifer Julsrud.
House Passes Budget that Cuts MinnesotaCare
House Republicans have passed a health care budget that cuts an insurance program for tens of thousands of low-income Minnesotans.
Prettner-Solon Does Not Run for Mayor, Supports Larson in Race
Tuesday afternoon, Former Lt. Governor Yvonne Prettner-Solon announced she will not be running for Duluth's next Mayor.
Booze Bill Gives House a Shot at Repealing Sunday Sales Ban
Proponents of scrapping the state's long-standing ban on Sunday liquor sales have one more shot this year.
Julsrud Won't Seek Second Term on Duluth Council
A Duluth city councilor has announced she's not seeking re-election.
House GOP Finalizes Bid in Education Funding Debate
Minnesota House Republicans have finalized their bid in the state's education finance debate.
House Approves Transgender Student Bathroom Restrictions
The Minnesota House wants to restrict transgender students' access to school locker rooms and bathrooms.
Education Commissioner Discusses Budget Proposal
Minnesota's Education Commissioner made a stop in Duluth to talk about Governor Mark Dayton's budget proposal.
