Lawmakers Meet At UWS Over Proposed UW System Cuts
University of Wisconsin Superior supporters and even lawmakers are banding together to fight against a potential $300 million budget cut to the UW System.
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Calmer Tone Heard from Dayton, Bakk in Dispute Over Salaries
Last week's confrontation over Minnesota agency commissioner pay has given way to a calmer tone between two Democrats in the middle of it, Gov. Mark Dayton and Senate Majority Leader Tom Bakk.
Assembly Approves Liquor Sample Bill
Wisconsin grocery stores are one step closer to serving sample shots of liquor.
Superior Mayoral Candidates Battle in Radio Debate
Failing infrastructure, the crime rate and better housing were main talking points at Thursday evening’s Superior mayoral candidate debate.
Bill Would Drop Federal Protections for Wolves in 4 States
Members of Congress have proposed legislation that would remove court-imposed legal protections for gray wolves in four states.
MN Revenue Officials Say Cigarette Smuggling is Growing
Minnesota revenue officials say they need an additional $1 million annually to crack down on cigarette smugglers and retailers selling untaxed tobacco.
Melin Introduces Bill Combating Wage Theft
Today Representative Carly Melin (DFL-Hibbing), joined by victims of wage theft, announced legislation combating wage theft.
Proposal Could Allow for Hard Liquor Samples in WI Grocery Stores
Wisconsin grocery shoppers may soon be able to sample mini-shots of hard liquor in an aisle near them.
Bill Would Boost Minnesota’s Small Craft Breweries
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) has cosponsored bipartisan legislation to help boost Minnesota’s small craft breweries.
City Set to Approve Glensheen Funding
An historic estate is about to get some much needed upkeep.
Wisconsin Gov. Walker Proposes Drug Testing, University Cut
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is proposing drug testing for those seeking a variety of public benefits and a massive cut to the University of Wisconsin System under a state budget that comes as he takes more steps toward a presidential run.
Campaign Wants Guaranteed Sick Days For Workers
A statewide coalition of labor, faith and community organizations are kicking off a campaign called “Minnesota Benefits."
Walker to Release State Budget Amid Presidential Talk
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is releasing his two-year state budget amid growing interest in his likely presidential run.
St. Paul Considers Body Cameras for Police
St. Paul is considering whether to join the growing list of cities whose police officers wear body cameras.
Rural WI Educators Seek More State Aid
Gov. Scott Walker is prepared to spend millions more on rural schools, but some education officials said it won't be enough for some struggling districts.
