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Minnesota Democrats say Harris has brought renewed energy to party
MINNEAPOLIS — It's only been a week since President Biden dropped out, and the reaction to Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket appears to have energized Democrats in Minnesota and across the country. But Republicans are sharpening their attack on Harris and are making a run to win MInnesota, with former President Donald Trump and JD Vance campaigning in St. Cloud this weekend.To say that Democrats were concerned two week ago is an understatement — worried about not only the presidential race, but down ballot races, everything from U.S. Senate to state legislative seats. But in the days since...
Walz contends his Democratic history would be an asset as VP candidate
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) said he would not hide from his legislative history as a Democratic governor should he become Vice President Kamala Harris’s 2024 running mate. Walz, who is also the chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, was asked about former President Donald Trump attempting to portray Harris as a far-left candidate and if […]
'So much more than your local lumberyard'
VIRGINIA—Pohaki continues to redefine itself after more than 70 years in business. Nicki Johnson and Jaimie Niska are helping to make that happen with their work in kitchen and bath design and appliance sales. Johnson, a Range native, was hired about 15 months ago to run the kitchen and bath design center, while Niska came on board about three months ago when Pohaki added appliances after buying out Jenia’s Appliance. ...
This Democratic governor started calling Trump, Vance ‘weird.’ Hear why
Potential vice presidential pick Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) joins CNN’s Jake Tapper on “State of the Union” to discuss his viral use of the word ‘weird’ to describe former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance.
What Minnesota’s New ‘Jetsons Law’ is that Takes Effect August 1st
There have been a few notable bills that have taken effect in Minnesota recently or will take effect very soon. One of the new laws is that Minnesota breweries are now allowed to sell THC drinks on tap just like beer. Another new law that takes effect August 1st has...
5 Additional Wisconsin Auto Dealers Have Licenses Revoked
Recently, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) revoked the wholesale dealer licenses of three Columbia County dealers after a DMV’s Dealer and Agent Section investigation determined that each dealer violated state law. The dealers were determined guilty of rolling back odometers on vehicles sold...
One dead after North Shore motorcycle crash
A 62-year-old man was killed Sunday morning, July 28 after a fatal motorcycle crash on Highway 61 near Silver Bay. According to the State Patrol’s accident report, the rider was heading south on Highway 61 when his motorcycle left the road and went into a ditch, hitting a road sign and bush around 11 a.m. where he was pronounced dead on the scene.
Popular Wisconsin Attraction Featured as Jeopardy Question
Jeopardy continues to be a cultural icon, so whenever a question pops up with a local twist, it's always fun to take a look at what it was. This Wisconsin attraction was recently featured as a question on the popular game show Jeopardy. What is the Freshwater Fishing Hall of...
First Alert: Storms and rain possible Sunday night through Monday
WEATHER STORY: As the Maritime Tropical air mass of the Gulf of Mexico migrates into our region, a southerly wind will set up and those two factors will turn up the heat most of the week. Normal high is 78. Most of the days will be sunny which helps keep temps up but that heat will also create lift through convection. So, thunderstorms will be possible, too, especially Sunday, Monday and next Thursday. There is a chance some could become severe Sunday afternoon and evening.
Zak McPhee takes home highly-coveted national championship
Recent Proctor High School graduate Zak McPhee is not only one of the best wrestlers the Northland has ever seen, but one the state has ever seen, and he added to his legacy this past week. McPhee took home the “Stop Sign” trophy after becoming the 190-pound Junior Greco-Roman National...
Balkin Township Fatal ATV Crash
BALKIN TOWNSHIP, MN (KDAL) – First responders from St. Louis County and Chisholm responded to reports of an ATV crash on a trail in Balkin Township Saturday afternoon. The side-by-side ATV apparently rolled over and threw the driver and passenger from the machine. The driver, a 29 year old...
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