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Is Duluth the best option for climate refugees?
The number of global climate refugees is expected to increase in the next few decades as some areas become too hot and drought or rain events grow more extreme and frequent. Duluth is considered among the most "climate-proof" cities in the U.S.
Trying to downsize your home? Good luck with that
Some end up staying in place, unable to find alternative homes that meet their financial or lifestyle expectations. Others are simply paralyzed by indecision. This lack of turnover is prolonging a tight market for homebuyers.
UMD celebrates Bulldogs' NCAA men's hockey championship with fans back home
The University of Minnesota Duluth captured its second consecutive national NCAA men's hockey title Saturday with a 3-0 victory over the University of Massachusetts. Tuesday night, the Bulldogs celebrated their victory back home in Duluth.
It's considered the song that established George Harrison as a formidable songwriter within the group, and it's been covered by more than 150 artists -- including Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Shirley Bassey and Ray Charles.
Words and consequences: A look at the Omar and Trump feud
President Trump isn't backing down from his tweets about Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, one of the first Muslim women to serve in Congress.
Macron wants fire-ravaged Notre Dame rebuilt within 5 years
French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to rebuild the beloved Roman Catholic architectural landmark, and wanted to see it completed within five years.
Amid Rochester's growth, an eye on sustainability
The U.S. Green Building Council recently recognized Rochester for efforts to reduce waste, cut energy use and improve air and water quality, making it the first Minnesota city to earn a LEED certification.
Stocking up, waiting out the flood: Life on the Isle of Oslo
The small town of Oslo, Minn., is cut off from the outside world. Floodwaters from the cresting Red River have closed every road in and out of town, and it's not clear when they will recede. But most people aren't worried. This happens all the time.
100 days in, Minnesota representatives see frustration, hope
Minnesota sent a lot of fresh faces to Washington after last year's election. A check in with some of them at the 100-day mark shows many are looking ahead to the 2020 election.