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What are we going into debt for? $21 million for a “Greener” 80-year-old...

The city of Duluth wants to convert its 1930's coal-fired steam plant to a hot-water system fueled by wood. It needs $21 million from state taxpayers for the project. We take a closer look at the borrowing request.

Will Fantasy Sports Betting Become Illegal in 2016?

If you are one of the millions of Americans who play fantasy football on sites like Fanduel or Draftkings then you may want to keep a close eye on the State Legislature this year.

School’s Anti-Bullying & Gender Identity Policies Clash With Concerned Parents

Is Nova Classical Academy embroiled in controversy over a five-year old boy's decision to wear a dress to school or is the controversy about the school's decision to change to a radical gender inclusion policy?

Alpha News Update: Rise in Gun Sales, Primary Results, and Lawmakers Not Returning after...

In this Alpha News Update we cover the sharp rise in gun sales and permits to carry, the special election primary results in Senate...

What are we going into debt for? $8 million St. Paul bridge fix...

Less than 18 months ago, St. Paul city planners estimated the cost to fix the Kellogg Boulevard-Third St. Bridge at $8 million with an $40 million estimate to replace the entire bridge. Today the city's requesting that Minnesota taxpayers borrow $52 million for the project which will add dedicated bus lanes, bike lanes, and room for future light rail.

Update: Minneapolis Parks Board Commissioner Responds to Allegations of “Victim Blaming”

Minneapolis Parks Board Commissioner responds to Brad Bourn's allegations of "victim blaming" at last week's board meeting

Twenty Minnesota School Districts Send Superintendents to Times Square Conference

Minnesota school districts are sending 20 superintendents to a conference held in New York City this week by District Management Council. School district "DMC Membership" begins at $25,000/year.

Gateway Corridor Faces More Rejection

The "Gold Line" is receiving another round of criticism after the Lake Elmo City Council voted 3-2 against including the project in their city.

What are we going into debt for? Silver Bay seeks $3 million for...

$4.6 million is the total cost for 100 campsites in Silver Bay, MN, the city says they're needed to bring in revenue. Here's a look at one of the $3.2 billion in bonding requests from around the state.

“I may regret posting this publicly” – Parks & Rec Board Member Publicly Posts...

A Minneapolis Parks & Recreation Board Member posted late Wednesday evening that he has felt "felt physically unsafe by the aggressive words, tone and mannerisms of a single colleague" in the board room.