Political

Voting is important enough for me that I will actually stand in line- one of the worst things in the world.  (I really hate standing in line, I know... I'm whining.)  So why not have some fun with it, right?  Here's a few things you can do to get people's blood pumping. 1.  Wear a Kerry/Edwards pin.

Today is election day and while the presidency has been the most popular debate, there are plenty of things on the ballot that will probably have greater immediate impact for those in the Northland.

The 2012 Election is only a matter of hours away, which means only one thing - an end to all of those aggressive political ads! Well, that and the fact we'll be electing new leaders. Among the decisions we'll be voting on this season is one about who should be the next President of the United States. Whether you've already decided who is getting your vote or you're undecided  one study claims the

As election day approaches, college students face a decision of either absentee voting in their home precinct or voting in the city they now call home - where they are going to college. What are the rules for college students voting in Minnesota and Wisconsin? Find out here:

Over the last few electoral cycles, we've heard more and more about early voting. And we should be: the voting option is becoming more and more popular, reaching new levels of participation this year.

Need to register to vote in Minnesota, but missed the 20 day minimum registration window? The State of Minnesota allows voters to register at their polling place on Election Day. Learn what serves as proof of residency and how to register here.

Election Day is on November 6, there are many reasons why someone might not be registered to vote, college student new to town, someone who moved from one location of the city to another.  If you are not registered to vote, you will not be allowed to vote on election day.  Here's all the information you need to make sure you can exercise your right to vote!

One of my favorite bits from Conan is when he has Triumph The Insult Comic Dog visit various events.  Recently, Conan sent Triumph to cover the Presidential Debate.

The ongoing feud between the City of Duluth and The Last Place On Earth continues Monday as the city motions an injunction against the controversial business.  President & CEO of the Duluth Chamber of Commerce, David Ross sent an e-mail too local businesses to stand in solidarity against Last Place On Earth at the hearing on Monday.  ...

It was 10 years ago when a plane crash in northern Minnesota claimed the lives of Paul Wellstone as well as family members and staffers.  Today, the Northland gathered to remember the man and what he stood for.

Tonight in Boca Raton, Florida, President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney sat down for their third and final debate before the upcoming election. Bob Schieffer of CBS News was the moderator. The debate's focus was foreign policy. Here are some noteworthy moments from the discussion: This time, like in the first debate, Obama wore a blue tie and Romney a red one...

First, making young kids watch the poop show that is the presidential debate is cruel and unusual punishment.  However, some of the best straight up observations on politics can come from kids.