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Minnesota Power receives key regulatory approvals for HVDC transmission project
DULUTH—The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission Thursday approved the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for Minnesota Power’s HVDC transmission project to enhance reliability, resiliency, and prepare for the continued clean energy future. Minnesota Power, a utility division of ALLETE Inc., plans to replace aging critical infrastructure and modernize the terminal stations of its 465-mile HVDC (high-voltage, direct current) transmission line that runs from Center, North Dakota, to Hermantown, Minn. “Grid...
Minnesota State Patrol investigation exonerates trooper Ryan Londregan in killing of Ricky Cobb II
MINNEAPOLIS — An investigation by the Minnesota State Patrol has exonerated a White state trooper who shot and killed a Black man during a traffic stop on Interstate 94 last summer.Ryan Londregan was charged with second-degree unintentional murder, first-degree assault and second-degree manslaughter for fatally shooting Ricky Cobb II on the morning of July 31, 2023, during a traffic stop for inactive taillights. He pleaded not guilty to those charges in May.Charges against Londregan were dropped in early June after the Hennepin County Attorney's Office determined it could no longer meet its burden of proof.Despite the charges being dropped, Londregan...
Nearly 6-inch diameter hail falls near Chioko, largest reported Minnesota hailstone in 55 years
CHIOKO, Minn. — Storms Wednesday night left behind the largest reported hailstone in Minnesota in more than 55 years. The hail fell roughly 4 miles northwest of Chioko, in southern Minnesota, and was found by Matt Benson in his backyard. It measured nearly 6 inches in diameter. "It kind...
Activists feel hoodwinked as police groups dictate model policy for school cops
Activists opposed to allowing school police to hold students facedown on the ground say their concerns are being ignored by regulators drafting a model policy that will govern how police can restrain students in Minnesota schools.
Minnesota Road Work To Challenge Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Travel
I think that everyone has heard of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally that happens every year in the small town of Sturgis, South Dakota. While people may think it's just a massive biker rally, the reality is that it's a lot more. Statistics show that the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is a regional celebration that draws over 500,000 people on average to Sturgis.
Hours left until August 1 ‘Jetson’s law’ allows flying cars to hit the streets – as US paves way for ‘roadable aircraft’
IN a few hours, a second state will have implemented new laws allowing cars to fly. The so-called Jetson’s law imagines a future where drivers can take to the air and avoid traffic. Minnesota lawmakers passed the August 1 road law that defines “roadable aircraft.” Roadable aircrafts are vehicles designed to operate both as cars […]
Grand Itasca named one of the best hospitals for maternity care
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital proudly announces its recognition as one of the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report. This prestigious accolade underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional maternity services, including comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care and expert breastfeeding support. Katy Johnson, MD, OB/GYN, shared her pride in the team’s achievement: “I am incredibly proud of our team for achieving this recognition. It is a privilege to work alongside such dedicated professionals who always put the health and well-being of our patients first. We are committed to continuing this standard of excellence in maternity care.” Grand Itasca is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of health care. Our comprehensive maternity services ensure the well-being of both mother and baby from pregnancy through postpartum care. This recognition reaffirms our mission to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that meets the unique needs of every family we serve.
STORM CAUSES IMPACT WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
(Bemidji, MN) — Beltrami and surrounding area counties were hit by a line of thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon that left hundreds of customers without power, hundreds of downed trees, and affected outdoor activities.Diamond Point Park in Bemidji was impacted significantly, as it was in previous major storms in 2012 and 2016.
In Minneapolis House DFL race, candidates knock doors while Twitter looms
A Democratic primary race for a Minnesota House seat could help answer a puzzling question: Is Twitter — or X, as it’s now known — real life? Will Stancil, a University of Minnesota legal researcher and candidate in 61A, is also a prolific X.com poster who has become one of the platform’s most well-known pugilists, […]
Lake Superior Zoo Gets New Additions From San Diego Zoo
The Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth just added some new animals to their zoo family, and they are SO cute. I thought the Lake Superior Zoo reached peak cuteness when they welcomed Zhuzi the Red Panda in 2023, but these two new additions may be even cuter, and they come to Duluth from the world famous San Diego Zoo.
Superior Continues Dog-Friendly Approach With New Water Station
The City Of Superior has been making improvements to a lot of their parks lately, including amenities for dog's and their humans. Last year, the City Of Superior turned a number of hockey rinks into dog parks, adding a two-door gate and having doggie poop bags available. It's been nice to utilize the empty space in the summer and have somewhere your dog can run off-leash. In my dog's case, they made a nice high jump for her to bolt across. (That dog CAN JUMP!)
100 Boats Rush In After Airshow + Get Caught By Storm On Lake Superior
I checked the forecast several times this week, hoping that Lake Superior would be calm enough for venturing out to see the Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds perform their free show over Duluth. The weather was looking good with just a slight chance of a storm. After finishing up some...