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Sen. Franken urges drug cost reforms

The government needs to at the very least be able to negotiate prices with drug manufacturers on behalf of patients on public plans. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Minnesota’s U.S.

Snowy weekend in store

On again, off again snowfalls this weekend. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service meteorologist Carol Christenson.

Live updates from 2016 Beargrease sled race

Joe Friedrichs-

Photos by Joe Friedrichs from the 2016 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. Images taken on Feb. 1 at Trail Center Restaurant along the Gunflint Trail.

A Cooler Week Ahead

After an end-of-January thaw, more seasonal temperatures return. North Shore Morning host Mark Abrahamson talks with National Weather Service meteorologist Carol Christenson.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for January 30, 2016

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Cook County adopts a new land use plan and still hasn’t gotten rid of its garage-sized culverts.

A below zero dip, then more snow and mild weather

A few more snowfalls coming this weekend and a below zero dip, then back to mild weather. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service meteorologist Carol Christenson.

MNsure open enrollment period ends Sunday

The open enrollment period for MNsure under the Affordable Care Act ends on Sunday. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Sawtooth Mountain Clinic’s Rachelle Christianson who serves as the

County board discusses land use plan and invasive species

The county board has adopted a new Comprehensive Land Use Plan and will add invasive water species enforcement. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Commissioner Ginny Storlie

February is "Move It" month

February is “Move It” month and this year there are scads of activities and events planned. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Sawtooth Mountain Clinic CEO Rita Plourde.

Mushers prepare for upcoming Beargrease race

There are many factors that go into a successful run in the John Beargrease Sled Dog Race.