Motorists

Motorists Died in Itasca County HWY 2 Crash

ITASCA COUNTY, Minn.– A motorcyclist died in a crash Saturday night after a Ford turned and hit the motorists. The incident happened on Highway 2 near County Road 74 in Itasca County. According to authorities, a Harley Davidson driver was traveling westbound on Highway 2, when a Ford heading eastbound turned into County Road 74, striking the motorists who then…

Over 300 Agencies to Crack Down on Speeding

The Minnesota State Patrol is Partnering with Local Agencies from July 7-23

DULUTH, Minn. – Starting Friday, July 7, the Minnesota State Patrol will be joining forces with 300 local agencies across the state to crack down on speeding. The partnership comes as Minnesotans drive through the 100 deadliest days of summer on Minnesota roadways. According to the State Patrol, 92 people lost their lives last year on Minnesota roads due to…

MnDOT Reminds of Work Zone Awareness

Nearly 800 Accidents Happen Each Year During Minnesota's Construction Season

DULUTH, Minn. – Each year in Minnesota almost 800 crashes happen just in work zones alone. It’s why the Minnesota Department of Transportation is looking to raise awareness during the week of April 3 through April 7. On average, seven people die each year in Minnesota because of work zone related accidents. With summer construction season setting in, MnDOT wants…