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April 8, 2026

First Ocean-Going Vessel of Season Arrives in Duluth-Superior

(Learfield News/Duluth, MN) — The first ocean-going vessel of the season arrived in the Twin Ports this morning (Wednesday). Jayson Hron of the Duluth Seaway Port Authority says Ocean Ranger 7 sailed from Taiwan and she passed through the Pacific Ocean, the Panama Canal, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System. […]

April 7, 2026

MN Supreme Court Chief Justice Hudson Retiring

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) —  Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson is retiring at the end of September. Hudson said in a statement, “To serve in this role has been a profound honor, and I am thankful for the trust that was placed in me.” State law requires judges to retire when they turn […]

April 6, 2026

Alyssa Birman

Vista Prairie’s Alyssa Birman talks about an event coming up the end of April.                              

April 6, 2026

Minnesota Lawmakers Return to State Capitol This Week

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN)  —  Minnesota lawmakers have one more day of Passover/Easter break before they return to the State Capitol on Tuesday. They will have six weeks remaining in the session to complete their work. A bonding bill for infrastructure projects is a top priority for the governor and legislative leaders. The Minnesota House […]

April 3, 2026

Operation Metro Surge Cost MN National Guard $5-Million

(Learfield News/Undated) — The Minnesota National Guard’s involvement in Operation Metro Surge is costing the state over five million dollars. The executive director of the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs said the final figure is still being calculated. Governor Tim Walz activated the Guard during Operation Metro Surge from January 8th to February 25th. Walz […]

April 3, 2026

Minnesota Cannabis Sales Strong

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — Minnesota’s legal recreational cannabis market has crossed a major early milestone, with sales now exceeding $50 million, according to state officials. The growth follows the rollout of licensed retail operations that began last fall, marking the first time most adults could legally purchase marijuana outside of tribal dispensaries. Regulators say […]

April 3, 2026

President Trump Fires U.S. Attorney General

(Learfield News/Washington, D.C.) — President Donald Trump has fired U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, ending her roughly 14-month tenure at the Justice Department. The White House confirmed the move Thursday, with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stepping in as acting AG. This comes just days after the DOJ filed a federal lawsuit challenging Minnesota’s policy […]

April 2, 2026

Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Opens, Expected to Draw Prince Fans

(Learfield News/New Ulm, MN) — The Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in New Ulm opens today (Thurs) for the season. Officials are expecting Prince fans from around the world to come to Minnesota in commemoration of “10 Years.” Prince died on April 21st, 2016, at Paisley Park in Chanhassen at age 57. The museum has […]

April 2, 2026

MN Distracted Driving Enforcement Patrols Begin

Law enforcement agencies across Minnesota are stepping up patrols this month to crack down on distracted driving. The campaign follows thousands of crashes statewide, including a deadly one involving the family of Shakopee’s mayor, who says the impact has been devastating. State officials warn too many drivers still believe it won’t happen to them. In […]

April 1, 2026

Minnesota Ties to Mission to Moon

(Learfield News/Undated) — As NASA prepares to send astronauts back toward the Moon tonight (Wednesday) for the first time in more than 50 years, Minnesota plays a key role in the mission. Critical electronics guiding the Orion spacecraft were developed by Honeywell at its Plymouth facility, where engineers design radiation-hardened technology built to withstand the […]
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