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July 14, 2026

Wildfire Situation Worsens in Northeastern Minnesota

Wildfire conditions are worsening in northeastern Minnesota as firefighters battle 17 active blazes across the Superior National Forest. The Camp Fire north of Winton has exploded to more than 2,200 acres, while the Sioux Fire has grown to nearly 3,500 acres. Evacuations remain in effect in parts of Lake, St. Louis and Cook counties, and […]

July 14, 2026

Klobuchar Pushes Trump to Restore Federal Food Safety Programs

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar is calling on the Trump administration to restore funding and staffing for federal food safety programs as officials respond to a nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis. The parasitic illness, linked to contaminated food or water, has caused nearly 2,800 confirmed illnesses and 87 hospitalizations nationwide. Klobuchar says recent cuts have weakened the […]

July 14, 2026

Push to Crack Down on Robocall Scammers

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is joining attorneys general from 48 other states in urging the Federal Communications Commission to crack down on robocall scammers. The coalition wants tougher rules to stop scammers from buying legitimate phone numbers and using them to avoid spam filters. Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and […]

July 14, 2026

Governor Signs “Grandparents’ Happy Hour” Bill with Ceremonial Toast

Governor Tim Walz joined residents, caregivers, and legislators at Amira Choice Champlin for a ceremonial signing of what’s become known as the “Grandparents’ Happy Hour” provision. After signing the bill into law, the governor led the group in a ceremonial toast. The provision passed in the 2026 omnibus liquor law. It allows nursing homes and […]

July 14, 2026

Maple Grove Fire Chief Charged in Sexual Abuse Case Involving Teen Explorer

The fire chief in Maple Grove is facing criminal charges accusing him of sexually abusing a teenage participant in a fire department Explorer program nearly a decade ago. Prosecutors allege 36-year-old Maddison Zikmund began communicating with the 17-year-old through text messages and social media while leading the Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View Fire Explorer program in […]

July 14, 2026

Extreme Heat Warning Continues

Much of Minnesota remains under an Extreme Heat Warning as dangerous heat and humidity continue across the state. The National Weather Service warns heat index values could climb to around 100 degrees or higher in many areas, with little overnight relief increasing the risk of heat-related illness. The warning remains in effect through Thursday for […]

July 14, 2026

Governor Walz Says Minnesota Ranked a Top Business State

Governor Tim Walz announced Minnesota has been named one of the top states in the nation for business. According to a new report from CNBC, Minnesota ranks fifth overall, placing in the top ten in quality of life, infrastructure, and economic environment. Governor Walz says the ranking comes as 75,000 Minnesotans receive approval for paid […]

July 14, 2026

Superior National Forest closes Boundary Waters

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is closed until further notice as crews battle 16 wildfires in the Superior National Forest. Acting Forest Supervisor Drew Stroberg says limited staffing and public safety concerns led to the decision. Officials also want to avoid search and rescue operations that could pull aircraft away from firefighting efforts. All […]

July 14, 2026

American Red Cross Declares Emergency Blood Shortage

(Learfield News/Minneapolis, MN) — The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after donations fell nearly 25 percent in June, creating a growing gap between the blood supply and patient demand. The organization says it is now distributing nearly 3,500 more units of blood to hospitals each week than expected. Regional Communications Manager […]

July 13, 2026

Grant County Fair Returns to Herman July 16–19

The 132nd annual Grant County Fair will bring four days of free family entertainment, livestock shows, live music, racing and community activities to the Grant County Fairgrounds in Herman. The fair runs Thursday, July 16, through Sunday, July 19, with free admission and parking throughout the event. Livestock activities begin Wednesday, July 15, with open-class […]
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