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Minnesota political leaders call for unity in wake of Donald Trump assassination attempt
MINNEAPOLIS — The Republican National Convention is now underway in Milwaukee. Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, there are calls for unity and toning down divisive rhetoric.After the assassination attempt, Trump wrote on social media, "In this moment it is more important than ever that we stand United."And it's not just happening at the national level — Sen. Amy Klobuchar is among the Minnesota leaders calling for a reset in our conversations."Some of the political rhetoric gets out of hand," Klobuchar said. "That is something, but it goes beyond that. It's also individual citizens, they have to...
Evictions in the Twin Cities persist since COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota is one of the top states in the country when it comes to evictions. According to national data, the Twin Cities are second in the nation in eviction increases since before the pandemic, with nearly 12,000 filings in just the last year.
Lawyers for transgender powerlifter say Minnesota Supreme Court will hear gender discrimination case
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court will soon hear the case involving athlete JayCee Cooper, who alleges USA Powerlifting discriminated against her because she is a transgender woman.Gender Justice, the legal and policy advocacy group whose attorneys represent Cooper, announced on Monday that the high court added the case to its docket last week.Cooper and her legal team allege USA Powerlifting violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act when it denied her entry into its women's competitions in 2018, and denied her petition to allow her to use the gender dysphoria medication spironolactone.In 2019, Cooper filed and then withdrew a complaint...
Duluth debates ordinance to crack down on homelessness encampments
ListenDuluth debates ordinance to crack down on homelessness encampments. It was standing room only in the Duluth City Council chambers earlier this week when more than 60 people addressed members over more than three hours, virtually all of them speaking out against a controversial proposed ordinance to make camping on city property a misdemeanor crime.
Carlton Schools ‘More Time for Life’ four-day week brings more students and staff to district
CARLTON, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A Northland school district says it is prioritizing mental health for its students and staff with a four-day school week and its new mission is bringing more families to the district. The “More Time for Life” campaign kicks off this month for the Carlton...
City by City: Hayward, Hibbing, Superior
HAYWARD, Wis. - A contest is underway as part of Hayward’s Visitors and Convention Bureau’s yearly campaign. Photo submissions are currently being taken for the 2025 Visitor Guide cover photo. The winning image will also be featured in marketing efforts throughout the year. Submissions are open through August 31. The image must have been taken in Sawyer County and the Hayward Lakes Area. Multiple submissions are encouraged. In addition to the publicity, the winner will receive $500.
Esko’s Koi Perich Featured in “EA Sports College Football 25”
ESKO, Minn.- Esko’s Koi Perich is in the game!. Perich was one of the 14,000 college football players to opt into “EA Sports College Football 2025”. The current Golden Gopher is rated 75 overall, which is the highest rating for Minnesota safeties. All players who opted in...
Man Arrested After Downtown Duluth Stabbing
Update (2 p.m.): Duluth police have arrested a 30-year-old Duluth man after an early morning stabbing downtown Tuesday. The man is being held on pending charges of first-degree assault after police say the man stabbed the victim in the neck at 214 E. Superior Street, which is the Gichi-Ode’ Akiing Park.
With Cobb Cook Park off the table, Hibbing selects new housing site
HIBBING — The Hibbing City Council approved a purchase agreement with the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Hibbing at its Wednesday, July 10, Council meeting. The move was anticipated after positive discussions at the previous Council meeting. The purchase agreement with the HRA is for a 5-acre parcel directly...
Dozens of community members call on Duluth council to stop encampment ordinance
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) -- Controversy surrounding a new proposed ordinance had dozens of people pack into Duluth’s council chambers. During Monday night’s Duluth City Council meeting, more than 60 people, both housed and unhoused, made an emotional push to councilors asking them to reconsider. Many asking the council to vote down Mayor Roger Reinert’s new ordinance that would make camping on public property worthy of a misdemeanor.
Single-wheel enthusiasts from around the globe descend on Bemidji for Unicon 21
It was likely a first for the Sanford Arena. On the second night of Unicon 21 the Bemidji venue hosted unicycle sumo. And by all accounts, the event was a slobberknocker. Competitors balanced on unicycles battled around a large chalk circle drawn on the arena floor. Like traditional sumo wrestling...
Cloquet Croquet raises money for Fond du Lac Community College
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The Fond du Lac Tribal Community College is raising money for scholarships in an unconventional way. The 14th annual Cloquet Croquet Invitational occurred Tuesday afternoon at the Cloquet Country Club. All proceeds from the tournament go toward the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community...
Local Printing Facility for Brainerd Dispatch to Close
The Brainerd Dispatch newspaper is closing its printing facility in Brainerd, which will result in the layoffs of 21 people. In an article posted on their website today, the Dispatch said the printing operation will move to a sister plant in Detroit Lakes by September 30th. 21 employees working in prepress, inserting, and in the press room will be laid off.
Ingrid Andress Has An Interesting Connection To Minnesota
She's been in the news for her recent version of the National Anthem, but did you know she has a distinct connection to Minnesota?. When it comes to the musical spotlight, Minnesota is most often associated with Prince, right? And, of course, there's Bob Dylan, too. And Lizzo, who called Minnesota home back in 2011 when she was starting her pop career.
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