Duluth Drivers Alert: 6-Week Road Closure on East First Street Begins April 10 with Detour Routes in Place
Road closure on East First Street in Duluth begins on April 10 for six weeks; detours outlined for drivers, pedestrian access remains on south sidewalk.
Minnesota Senate Considers Landmark Tax on Social Media Companies for Profiting from User Data
Minnesota is considering a tax on social media companies for using user data, expecting to raise $334 million over four years and alleviate the state’s budget concerns without taxing Minnesotans.
Minnesota Senator Tina Smith Proposes Act to Protect Boundary Waters from Mining Risks Amid Federal Push for Land Exploitation
Senator Tina Smith introduces the Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection Act to shield 225,000 acres from sulfide ore mining, a reaction to Trump's prioritization of mining on public lands.
St. Paul Zoning Board to Debate Cell Tower Height and Supportive Housing Proposals at Upcoming Public Hearing
The St. Paul BZA plans a meeting to discuss requests like Xcel Energy's to exceed zoning height limits and proposals for new supportive housing, some close to existing facilities. Public comments are invited with accountability measures.
CenterPoint Energy Advances Gas Line Upgrades in East Harriet and King Field Neighborhoods
CenterPoint Energy is actively upgrading natural gas infrastructure in East Harriet, causing temporary traffic disruption. Work includes relocating meters and connecting lines, with restoration to follow.












