In session's final push, Minnesota budget deal still elusive
Minnesota's legislative session is heading into its final week with no clear picture of how a budget will come together.
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Appeals Court: Fond du Lac Band Does Not Owe City $10M
The City of Duluth is suffering another blow in the legal battle over the Fond-Du-Luth casino.
Minnesota's Newest State Park Reaches Important Milestone
Construction began Friday on a campground at Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park in northeastern Minnesota that will accommodate more than 250 people nightly in tents and RVs, the Department of Natural Resources said.
WI Republicans Introduce Bill Banning Abortions After 20 Weeks
Wisconsin Republicans have introduced a bill that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
WI Senate Approves Speed Limit Change
The state Senate has approved a bill that would allow Wisconsin transportation officials to raise the speed limit on some roads to 70 mph.
Wisconsin Senate Ready to Vote on 70 mph Speed Limit
The state Senate is preparing to vote on a bill that would allow Wisconsin transportation officials to raise the speed limit on some roads to 70 mph.
'Buffer Bully'? Dayton Embraces Title in Clean Water Push
Gov. Mark Dayton isn't shying away from a fight to clean up Minnesota's water.
Boat Diplomacy: Capitol's Top 3 Headed on Joint Fishing Trip to Northern MN
Minnesota's center of political power is moving north for the weekend.
Proctor Digests Suggestions From MN Design Team
Proctor thinks about ways to move forward
Madison bans discrimination against atheists, non-religious
Wisconsin's proudly liberal capital city is moving to make sure atheists aren't discriminated against.
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.
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.
