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Demonstrations and events in Bemidji, Grand Rapids and Brainerd aimed to speak out against aggressive immigration enforcement that is largely focused on the Twin Cities metro.
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Bookcover—Macmillan; author photo—Caulene Hudson-Pace.
"Season Watch" is a KAXE podcast for the curious, filled with the delights of nature in Northern Minnesota. Hosts are Charlie Mitchell, Heidi Holtan, John Latimer and a rotating cast of characters, often featuring voices of young nature observers from around the state. From owl calls to sleeping bears and freezing frogs, we want hear from you! Record a message and send us what you are seeing in nature!
Florence Shaw and company take their distinctive blend of spoken word observations and post-punk grooves to new realms on their career best third album. From the pastoral folk of the anxious “Let Me Grow and You’ll See the Fruit” to the charming and even hopeful indie-pop of “Joy,” instrumentalists Tom Dowse, Lewis Maynard and Nick Buxton never fail to find the perfect setting for whatever direction Shaw’s inner diary leads.
When our neighbors are in need of food, organizations and volunteers across Northern Minnesota step up. Food shelves, community meals and soup kitchens aim to the fill the gaps.
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Ellison files suit as local, tribal leaders react to heightened ICE presence
The attorney general filed a federal lawsuit to end "Operation Metro Surge," tribal nations are waiving fees for new tribal IDs for their members and ICE has reportedly been spotted in Detroit Lakes.
Mesabi Metallics in final permitting steps, PCA open house Jan. 14
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will host an informational open house for the mine's air, water and wetlands permits, one of the last regulatory steps for the company.
Trump, Stauber announce plan to end mining ban near Boundary Waters
The Trump administration determined the Biden administration did not properly notify Congress when it implemented a 20-year mining ban in the Superior National Forest.
Your property tax statement explained, Part 3: Refunds and learning more
The KAXE News Team is breaking down your property tax statement, line by line. Finally, we cover refunds, timelines and how to get involved and learn more.
More layoffs planned at HibTac; Trump admin says mining ban near BWCA was 'illegal'
Plus: High flu rates reported across Northern Minnesota; and Hibbing Public Utilities will host a town hall meeting on elevated lead levels.
Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs announces intent to seek 2nd term
Riggs was first elected to sheriff in November 2022, having served since January 2023.
Flu hitting Northern Minnesotans amid high rates across nation
Dr. Daniel Hoody at Sanford Bemidji Medical Center advises precautions for combatting flu and other respiratory illnesses, and Essentia Health advises choosing care carefully.
MN begins collecting evidence into ICE shooting following ousting by feds
The Attorney General’s Office and the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office set up a portal for people to submit photos, videos and other evidence they think may help prosecutors.
Column: Libraries are a balm for our divided society, says Aaron Brown
"Minnesota Star Tribune" columnist Aaron Brown talks media consumption and the state of library funding in Minnesota.
Longtime Wadena County sheriff to retire; sergeant announces campaign
Wadena County Sheriff Michael Carr announced that he would not seek a sixth term at the end of 2026. Sgt. Bryan Savaloja intends to run for the top law enforcement job.
Itasca County Sheriff Joe Dasovich launches reelection campaign
Dasovich highlighted his team's accomplishments during his first term and expressed his wish to see that work continue.
BCA barred from investigating ICE shooting; Hibbing schools losing superintendent, business manager
And: MDH will not follow CDC vaccination guidance changes; and Itasca, Beltrami sheriffs to seek 2nd terms, Wadena County sheriff to retire.
With The Setlist, KAXE's Music Team curates the best live music to catch each week across Northern Minnesota and beyond.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of Dec. 23, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers subnivean tunnels, and the comparative bite force of mink and voles.
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