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Minnesota Senate Legalizes Gay Marriage

David Drew — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:23:57 +0000

After over 4 hours of debate the Minnesota Senate, by a vote of 37 in favor to 30 opposed, has made gay marriage legal in the state of Minnesota. The next step is Governor Mark Dayton signing this into law, which he has said he will do if passed. This is a breaking story.

Watch The Minnesota Senate Debate Gay Marriage [LIVE VIDEO STREAM]

David Drew — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:07:13 +0000

It’s a historic day in Minnesota as the Senate takes up the measure that would legalize gay marriage in the state. This is currently being debated and you can watch it live. Click here to see the live video stream of the Minnesota Senate debating gay marriage, provided by StarTribune.com See if you are as [...]

Paralyzed High School Hockey Player Jack Jablonski Selected By Chicago Steel in USHL Draft

Ken Hayes — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:47:04 +0000

If you follow sports, you surely remember the tragedy that occurred when Minnesota high school hockey player Jack Jablonski was checked during a game in 2011 and suffered and injury that paralyzed him. Since that day, his story has been an inspiration. Jack has had a great attitude and has made some hopeful progress. Due to his inspiration and positive attitude, Chicago Steel has selected him in the first round after Jack made a tongue in cheek tweet.

Will Ice Out Happen In Time For MN Fishing Opener? View These Webcams of Popular Lakes

Ken Hayes — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:08:46 +0000

Really the only way to know for sure if ice is going to be off the lakes is to see it up to the minute for yourself. Temperatures have been warming up, and ice has been deteriorating, but so far, you can see ice on just about all of these webcams. Take a look for yourself at some of Northern Minnesota's most popular fishing destinations.

Eight Great Lakes Seaway System Ports To Receive Presitigious Award for 2012 Navigation Season

David Drew — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:37:41 +0000

The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) Wednesday announced that eight Great Lakes Seaway System ports are receiving the prestigious Robert J. Lewis Pacesetter Award for registering increases in international cargo tonnage shipped through their ports during the 2012 navigation season compared to the previous year. “The continued increases in the amount of cargo moving [...]

Mother Nature Is Not A Twins Fan; Mondays Game At Target Field Postponed

David Drew — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:49:45 +0000

While we are under a ‘Winter Storm Warning’ through Tuesday morning, Minneapolis is expected to get around 4 inches of snow. Needless to say, the Minnesota Twins have postponed their Monday night game against Miami and postponed games are mounting. StarTribune.com is reporting that this is the fourth time in nine days that the Twins [...]

So Far No Deer Test Positive for Chronic Wasting Disease

David Drew — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:24:30 +0000

The testing of wild deer for chronic wasting disease in Minnesota is off to an encouraging start. To date 2,300 deer have been tested for CWD and none have tested positive. KBJR-TV is reporting that deer were tested in an area of southeastern Minnesota as part of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) ongoing [...]

Reports Indicate that the Minnesota Gophers Will Hire Pitino As Next Basketball Coach

David Drew — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:07:56 +0000

It’s true! Pitino is coming to Minnesota! Not legendary coach Rick Pitino, but the fruit of his loins. Richard Pitino has reportedly committed to be the next Gophers basketball coach. StarTribune.com’s Amelia Rayno says that CBS Sports’ Jeff Goodman, who broke the news that Tubby Smith was fired and is tight with Gophers’ officials, is [...]

High Speed Rail Line On Track

David Drew — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 04:57:50 +0000

While funding is still a crucial part of the equation, the possibility of having a high speed rail line from Duluth to Minneapolis took a step forward with the release of a report more than two years in the making. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that results of a recent environmental assessment show that [...]

Minnesota In-home Day Care Centers May Join the Union [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 02:58:02 +0000

This has been discussed, and ultimately shot down in the past, but it looks like there is another attempt to unionize Minnesota in-home day care centers. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that Childcare Protective Bargaining Act was presented to the Senate Tuesday. The goal is to provide the 9,000 in–home care providers in Minnesota [...]

Two Snowmobilers Dead After Falling Through Ice Near Bayfield, Brings Total To Three This Year

Ken Hayes — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 08:41:24 +0000

It's been a tragic year for the Bayfield, Wisconsin area this winter. Less than a month ago professional angler Jim Hudson died after his snowmobile broke through the ice. Now it has been confirmed that two more men have died near Madeline island after their snowmobile went through the ice Wednesday night. Also the ice road between Bayfield and Madeline Island has had its share of complications this season.

Minnesota Flu Deaths Back On The Rise

David Drew — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:26:11 +0000

A brutal flu season is showing no signs of slowing down according to a report from the Minnesota Department Of Health. According to the Northland’s News Center the report shows 37 people have died last week due to the flu. That number increased by 15 people from the week prior, which was a decrease from [...]

Catch a Bus with Chum To and From the State Capitol for the Joint Religious Legislative Coalition

Cathy Kates — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 15:59:37 +0000

Thursday, February 21st CHUM will take part in Joint Religious Legislative Coalition Day on the Hill. This is an advocacy day for people of faith as they gather to voice their concerns to their legislators. You can catch a FREE ride to and from the State Capitol. The JRLC 2013 Legislative goals address many [...]

Soup Nazi from Seinfeld Collects Soup For Those In Need [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:26:32 +0000

I love the Soup Nazi character from Seinfeld. It’s one of my favorite episodes. Now the actor that played him, Larry Thomas, is using his soup fame to help feed soup to people in need. Thanks to Laura Langemo who did the story for Fox 6 Milwaukee.

BirkieTour, Scheduled For Saturday, Has Been Cancelled Due to Snow Conditions

David Drew — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 22:09:41 +0000

While the American Birkebeiner is still on for February, a related annual event has just been cancelled. According to a press release from the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, the BirkieTour scheduled for this Saturday, January 19, has been cancelled due to poor trail conditions and skier safety concerns. The recent one inch of new snow [...]

St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is Investigating an Officer Impersonation-PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Cathy Kates — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 03:01:33 +0000

This happened to a friend's daughter in Esko a couple years back and it made me sick with worry for my own child. It's happened again, this time, on the Range. It's so sad that it has come to the public being wary of the people that are suppose to be protecting us, because some idiots are impersonating officers. Teach your children how to respond SAFELY, if they are pulled over by an officer of the law.

Packers Cutting Off Alcohol Sales Earlier For Vikings Game Saturday Night

David Drew — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 22:18:11 +0000

If you’ve ever been to a Vikings / Packers game, then you know how rowdy and crazy it can be. For every group of people having fun trash talking fans of their opponent, there are people who take things too far and alcohol usually plays a role. Packer’s officials hope to keep things somewhat under [...]

Feds Play Hard Ball With "Last Place On Earth" Owner and Employees [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 03:01:58 +0000

The Last Place On Earth has been in and out of the news a lot, but recently there hasn’t been much in terms of what role the federal government might play in restricting what products can be sold from the popular head shop. That all changed today. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that owner [...]

Minnesota's Own Nicholas David Makes Top Three On The Voice

David Drew — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 05:25:27 +0000

Minnesota’s Nicholas David faced a tense Tuesday night staring at elimination on The Voice. Viewers cast their votes overnight and when it was all said and done, David was still standing. Nicholas David is on team Ceelo and now he and two other singers will move on to the finals next week.

Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown Band Tickets On Sale 10am This Morning [VIDEO]

David Drew — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 13:00:50 +0000

The ‘No Shoes Nation Tour’ hits Target Field on July 12th, 2013. Last year Kenny Chesney brought Tim McGraw with him and this year he’ll be joined by Zac Brown Band, Eli Young Band and newcomer Kacey Musgraves. Tickets are on sale at 10am this morning and you can get them by following this link. [...]