Dayton Authorizes State Disaster Assistance
 Aitkin, Benton, Carlton, Crow Wing, Kanabec, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, and Traverse counties were affected
Political News
Feingold Will Oppose 'Unfair Labor Deals'
Democratic Senate candidate Russ Feingold is telling Wisconsin unions he will oppose "lousy unfair labor deals" and vote against the Trans Pacific Partnership if elected.
Five Other Candidates to Join Clinton and Trump on Wisconsin Ballot
Five candidates for president other than Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton have met qualifications to be on the ballot in Wisconsin.
Michigan Pro-Marijuana Group Loses Challenge Over Access to Ballot
A group trying to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in Michigan, has failed to persuade a judge to put the question on the fall ballot.
Medicare and Social Security PAC Endorses Nolan for Congress
Minnesota Congressman Rick Nolan is adding one more endorsement to his list of supporters as he seeks reelection in the fall.
Donald Trump Raising Funds in Minnesota
Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump made his first visit to the Land of 10,000 Lakes on Friday, asking for thousands of dollars.
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson on the Campaign Trail
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson is back on the campaign trail, and made a media stop in Duluth earlier this morning.
Disaster Assistance Meeting for July Flooding
Local governments and private non-profit agencies that sustained damage during the floods in Northwest Wisconsin were encouraged to attend a meeting in Superior on Tuesday morning.
Friends and Family Gather to Honor the Minnesota's Former Governor
Family, friends, and colleagues said their goodbyes today to former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson.
Controversial Paintings in Minnesota Capitol to be Moved
A panel overseeing renovation of the Minnesota State Capitol building is moving to relocated two controversial paintings with depictions of Native Americans that some have deemed offensive.
Final Primary Results
The final primary election results.
Fruehauf Takes Win Over Blank For DA Seat
For the first time in more than 20 years, Douglas County is getting a new district attorney.
UW to ask for Additional Money and an End to Tuition Freeze
University of Wisconsin System leaders plan to ask Gov. Scott Walker to lift a tuition freeze and give them about $40 million more in aid in the next state budget.
New Laws To Take Effect In Minnesota
Starting Monday, Aug. 1 several new laws will go into effect in Minnesota.
Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Reagan Granted Freedom
On March 30, 1981, John Hinckley Jr. attempted to shoot and kill President Ronald Regan outside of the Washington Hilton Hotel. Hinckley fired six shots, where he hit four people, including Reagan, who suffered a wound when a bullet bounced off the presidential limo.
