Republican Stewart Mills says he's dropping his request for a recount in Minnesota's 8th Congressional District. 

Q- I have a question about U Turns. I looked it up so I believe I know the answer, but many people, including my friend, seem to think they are illegal. As I recall, a U Turn is legal as long as it is not specifically prohibited or is obviously dangerous.

The public was able to weigh in on St. Louis County's proposed tax levy and operating budget for next year on Thursday night.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed financial responsibility requirements for the hardrock mining industry, including copper-nickel and taconite mines,  following a court order and Congressional directive.

Minnesota lawmakers will have a $1.4 billion budget surplus to spread around next year.