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In long-sought change, states must consider tribal rights when crafting water rules
In the 1800s, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa joined other tribes in signing a pair of treaties with the federal government, giving up massive swaths of land in return for the creation of a reservation in eastern Minnesota. The treaties included a guarantee: Tribal members would be able to return in […]
MN New Recreational Marijuana Law Begins in March of 2025
Minnesota’s new recreational marijuana law, effective March 2025, will prohibit bars from serving THC-infused drinks to customers who have consumed alcohol within the past five hours. Despite this not being in effect yet, confusion has arisen, with some already believing the restriction applies. Representative Zack Stephenson is working to clarify the law amidst concerns from the hemp beverage industry. Venues like Minneapolis Cider Co. are worried about operational impacts. Public reaction is mixed, with some praising the precaution and others criticizing the potential business impact. For now, ‘crossfading’—combining THC and alcohol—remains legal.
U.S. Attorney: Twin Cities man and over a dozen others linked to Mexican cartels charged with drug trafficking
Fifteen people have been charged by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minneapolis in a Mexico based drug trafficking conspiracy. U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger says it is one of the biggest drug operations to ever take place in the State of Minnesota.
Coal ash tainted water spills next to a popular northern Minnesota wild rice bed
Last month's massive spill of water contaminated with coal ash in northern Minnesota is being watched closely for potential harm to wild-rice beds, which grow in a nearby creek and lake, officials say. Testing has shown the spilled water contains sulfates, a known threat to wild rice, according to Duluth-based...
At least 4 tornadoes touched down in Minnesota on Monday, NWS says
MINNEAPOLIS — Teams from the National Weather Service are in southern Minnesota and parts of Wisconsin surveying damage from Monday night's storms, including reports of at least 10 tornados. So far, crews have confirmed four tornadoes: near St. James, Janesville, Otisco and Twin Lakes/Emmons. The National Weather Service sent teams to three different counties Watonwan, Blue Earth and Freeborn counties.At about 5:30 p.m., multiple trained storm spotters reported a brief tornado north of St. James in Watonwan County and there were reports of several trees and downed power lines.Shortly after 6 p.m., in Blue Earth County by Mankato, there was a funnel cloud reported and then a larger tornado reported just south of Janesville.The final storm damage survey is being done in Emmons in Freeborn County. At about 8 p.m., there were multiple storm spotter reports of a tornado on the ground and several downed trees north of Emmons.
Republican candidates for House District 19B ask for voters' trust ahead of primary
Next week, Minnesotans will head to the polls to winnow down the field for November in the statewide primary elections, with contested local races on the ballot across the state for both partisan and nonpartisan offices, as well as the statewide nomination for U.S. Senate. While the DFL and Republican parties have indicated their preferred candidates through the caucus and endorsing convention process in most races, voters will have the option to overrule party leaders and select a candidate challenging their party’s endorsement. ...
Minnesota Veteran becomes new VFW national surgeon general
Dr. James R. Tuorila was elected National Surgeon General of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. on Aug. 1, 2024, at the 125th VFW National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. James served in the United States Army from 1973 to 1977, earning his VFW eligibility by serving in Korea. In recognition of his service, he received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, and two Army Commendation Medals. ...
Harris’ pick of Walz amps up excitement in Midwestern states where Democrats look to heal divisions
LANSING, Mich. — Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will spend their first full day as running mates on Wednesday rallying Democrats across the Midwest, a politically divided region that is crucial to their effort to win the White House in less than three months. The trip, which begins in Wisconsin before […] The post Harris’ pick of Walz amps up excitement in Midwestern states where Democrats look to heal divisions appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
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