Megan Buffington

Plus: The Cloquet River bridge in the Superior National Forest is at risk of collapse and closed until repairs are complete; four Minnesota tribes received federal funding to address violent crime and the opioid epidemic; and Minnesota is part of a new multi-state poll drawing feedback from rural voters.

Plus: The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office is investigating the suspicious deaths of two adults in Mission Township; South Ridge School closed Monday in response to a school threat; the Pequot Lakes School Board is seeking feedback after 2023's failed referendum; the 2024 tourism in Minnesota was not as high as in previous years; and after school programs in the state are working to address parent burnout.

Plus: Almost half of MN is experiencing moderate drought conditions; a new form allows Minnesotans to report voting rights challenges; Crow Wing County unveils kiosks for residents to utilize community services; and Hwy 32 near Red Lake Falls is set for construction.

Plus: 2023 legislative session sees ballooning lobbying costs; Walz announces $6M in child care grants; Walk to School Day is next week; and Hwy 32 will soon be under construction.

Plus: Pequot Lakes police chief says Rep. Josh Heintzeman pressured him for support; Bemidji gets grant to support redevelopment of rail corridor; and FEMA extends deadline for individual assistance from summer storms.

Two of three potential write-in candidates for the seat have since suspended their campaigns after asking for their votes to be counted following the death of Commissioner Burl Ives.

Plus: Death of Burl Ives creates unique situation in upcoming Itasca County Board election, including at least two write-in campaigns.

Plus: Four adults are injured when an SUV rolls into a crowd at a Hackensack chain saw event; a Grand Rapids man is suffering life-threatening injuries after he was struck as a pedestrian; a Rock Ridge School Board member is charged with a DWI; and fire danger persists across the region with dry conditions.

Plus: A ballot question asks voters whether to extend the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund; MN's North Star Promise doesn't affect ND colleges as much as expected; and grant looks to address gaps in stroke care.

Plus: new labor laws in the state include one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked; and Itasca County HRA will host two informational sessions on Oct. 3 about homeownership through community land trusts for qualified buyers.