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Rep. Ilhan Omar, other members of "The Squad" endorse Kamala Harris for president
MINNEAPOLIS — Key progressive and member of "The Squad" Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar endorsed Kamala Harris for president on Sunday after President Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.In a post on X, Omar thanked Mr. Biden for his work in the last three-and-a-half years as president."This was the president's decision to make and I'm grateful for his years of service to our country," Omar wrote. "I'm thrilled to support (Kamala Harris) as our Democratic nominee and remain committed to working alongside her to defeat Donald Trump in November."Omar remained supportive of Mr. Biden as a...
Minnesota State Flag Soars To Space: A Historic Milestone Achieved
Some Minnesotans (but by no means all) have been saying it all along -- Minnesota's new state flag is out of this world. According to the UMN Mechanical Engineering and UMN Aerospace Engineer team, they "launched the flag together with a research payload earlier today (Wednesday) from Montgomery, MN." And...
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
O’Connell and Sherman win again in SRO3 in GT America Race 2 at VIR
The GT America powered by AWS drivers took to the track bright and early on Sunday morning for Race 2 as the fog was lifting around VIRginia International Raceway. Johnny O’Connell prevailed on this hazy morning, claiming the win in the SRO3 class in his No.3 SKI Autosports Audi R8 LMS GT3. In the GT4 class, Isaac Sherman returned to the top step of the podium with his No. 098 Rotek Racing Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport.
This Minnesota Mom Is On A Heroic Crusade To Save Autistic Kids From Deadly Dangers!
COTTAGE GROVE, MN – When Sheletta Brundidge heard about the tragic drowning of Waeys Ali Mohamed, a 4-year-old boy with autism, she felt compelled to act. The boy had gone missing the day before and was found in a creek. Brundidge, a Cottage Grove, Minnesota resident, immediately reached out to support the grieving family.
Pohlads Unlikely to Approve ANY Increase in Twins Payroll at MLB Trade Deadline
What will the Minnesota Twins do at the MLB trade deadline? Who knows, but the Pohlads reportedly don't want to spend AT ALL. The post Pohlads Unlikely to Approve ANY Increase in Twins Payroll at MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Minnesota Twins Legend Stands Alone in Baseball History as He Enters Hall of Fame
As Minnesota Twins legend Joe Mauer gets set to enter the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, it's a good reminder that he stands alone in baseball history with regards to this great statistic.
Shocking Reason Why Minneapolis Mayor’s $18K Trip To Somalia Canceled Last-Minute!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minneapolis leaders are facing backlash after abruptly canceling a planned trip to Somalia. The trip, intended to boost public safety and strengthen community ties, was nixed just days before takeoff. A Bold Plan Unfolds. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Brian O’Hara had grand plans...
With Biden out, these Wisconsin Democratic delegates have more power than they imagined
The Milwaukee delegates have cast their lot with Vice President Harris. Here are the Democrats from Wisconsin who will be delegates at the Convention next month in Chicago. With President Joe Biden announcing Sunday that he’s withdrawing from the race, the nomination is up for grabs. These are the Wisconsinites who will attend the convention as delegates.
One Dead, Another Injured After Being Struck Early Morning Near Coleraine
COLERAINE, Minn. – One person is dead and another is critically injured after being struck by a car early Monday morning. The incident happened around 1:15 a.m. on Highway 169 near Coleraine in Itasca County. According to the report, a Chevy Monte Carlo was heading southbound when it struck...
Coffee Conversation: Duluth Community Service Centers Speak On Proposed Ordinance Plan
DULUTH, Minn. — Community service centers weigh-in on the recently proposed ordinance amendments to curb non-violent crimes in the City of Duluth. Damiano Center Executive Director Seth Currier and Union Gospel Mission Executive Director Katie Hagglund joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Monday to talk more about the proposed ordinances.
Where's Art: Finnish Fashion
Finn Fest is coming to Duluth this weekend. Along with talks about culture, climate, peace and more, the event also highlights several art forms including textiles. Local artist Kirsten Aune will present her contemporary Scandinavian clothing designs from 12-1pm on Friday, July 26th at the DECC. "The way Kirsten understands pattern is just remarkable," says Annie Dugan. "She is distilling joy into her fabric."
‘We can’t ignore the reality’: Northern Minnesota community works together to prepare for wildfire
Ely is a small town with a big wildfire problem. Situated entirely within Superior National Forest, the biggest national forest east of the Mississippi sits atop a 3-million-acre tinderbox. Climate change, a century of fire suppression, and the effects of a native tree insect have converged to make the town of Ely a bullseye in a forest ripe for fire.
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