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Unions Sue Over Wisconsin's Right-to-Work Law

The Wisconsin state AFL-CIO and two local unions have filed a lawsuit seeking to at least temporarily stop implementation of Wisconsin's new right-to-work law.

MN Lawmakers Point to Accidents to Make Case for Rail Upgrades

Democratic lawmakers say a string of recent explosive crude-by-rail derailments nationwide make it necessary to improve Minnesota's railroad network.

City Council Votes in Favor of Library Funding

The Duluth Public Library is no longer adequately serving the public, according to city officials.

Minn. House Passes Blue Alert System Bill

The Minnesota House has voted overwhelmingly to set up a statewide alert system aimed at catching suspected police killers.

Walker Signs Right-to-Work Bill into Law

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has signed a right-to-work bill into law, striking another blow against organized labor four years after effectively ending collective bargaining for public-sector workers.

Former VP Walter Mondale Hospitalized

Former Vice President Walter Mondale is hospitalized with the flu.

Northlander Announces Candidacy for Duluth City Council Seat

Noah Hobbs has put in his bid for the Duluth City Council At-Large position.

New E-Cigarette Bill Would Regulate E-Cigs and Restrict Indoor Use

Legislation has been introduced that would ban the use of electronic cigarettes indoors statewide.

Duluth & St. Louis Co. at Capitol Days

Duluth City Officials are in St. Paul for the 18th annual Duluth and St. Louis County Days.

Authorities Say No 'credible threat' on Mall of America

Authorities say there is ``no credible threat'' associated with the Mall of America after the release of a video purportedly made by Al-Qaida-linked rebels that urges Muslims to attack shopping malls.