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Up North Report
Stay up-to-date on what's happening up north with KAXE News, bringing you the top stories across Northern Minnesota. KAXE is the oldest rural community radio station in the U.S. and an independent NPR member station.
Episodes
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Attempt to delay ban on some THC products; Monument honors U.S. Supreme Court case, plaintiff
Plus: DNR chooses annual fish stamp contest winners
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Baudette woman's body found in park; Judge issues sentence in Itasca fatal crash
Plus: Detroit Lakes' School Board voted to remove rainbows from school property; and the Hubbard County Food Shelf is fundraising $2 million for a new building.
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The costs of Indigenous incarceration in Northern MN
This is an audio version of the second part of KAXE's "Overrepresented, undercounted" series that explores the disproportionate rates of Indigenous…
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DNR reports increase in fish kills; Ely's historic seaplane base aids firefight
And: U of M's Natural Resources Research Institute launches new simulator to test innovations in iron refining.
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Woman dies after crash into lake; Crosslake Post Office moves operations
Plus: Mine proposal formerly known as Polymet sees changes to plan; and Grand Rapids City Council approves a TIF district for a new 99-unit apartment building.
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Campfire restrictions ease; Bemidji considers in-house Sanford Center management
Plus: Indigenous-led walk carries water 13 miles for Mississippi watershed amid mine discussion
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BWCAW partially reopens Thursday; DOGE delays Superior Forest fire prevention
Plus: Federal judge stops MN law banning prediction markets; Municipal cannabis dispensary moves forward in GR; and the filing period closed Tuesday for many…
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Tornado touches down near Debs; Fire evacuation zones near BWCAW lifted
Plus: L&M Fleet Supply will soon expand into two more Midwestern states; and the Mille Lacs Band celebrated its 11th annual Gii-Ishkonigewag Powwow near…
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How mental health, substance use impact Indigenous incarceration rates
This is an audio version of the first part of KAXE's "Overrepresented, undercounted" series that explores the disproportionate rates of Indigenous…
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State attempts to recover Camp House Fire costs; Crews deploy sprinklers in Superior National Forest
And: Construction starts for Boswell Solar Project; and MDH will host public hearing for closure of clinic in Silver Bay
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Boelter sentenced in killing of Hortmans; 2 burned in Bemidji camper fire
Plus: The Boundary Waters will partially reopen for day use Monday; and Emily gathers for an update on proposed manganese mine.
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Trump freezes Medicaid payments to MN; Ag water quality program under review
Plus: Candidate filing period closes July 28; and wildfire smoke is expected to impact air quality in the state through the fall.
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ICE detained 7 men last week in Bemidji; Family of man hit by police squad seeks answers
And: The Boundary Waters could partially reopen soon, as tens of thousands of acres burn and local economies take a hit.
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Ball Club celebrates, heals with annual powwow; No charges expected in Flanders Fire
Plus: Minnesotans have until July 22, 2026, to submit comment on the MPCA's Impaired Waters List.
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Minnesota underground mine in Tamarack reaches public review for first time
The Tamarack mine will primarily harvest nickel and copper. It faces opposition due to copper nickel mining's relation to water contamination.
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Woman's body found in ditch near Ball Club; Brainerd area mourns after youth suicides
Plus: Financial and tax help is available to Becker County residents impacted by tornado; and the Carlton County Board sets a public hearing on a data center…
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ICE conducts operation in Bemidji; Red Lake Nation reelects Seki
Plus: Minnesota sees likely the worst wildfire smoke in history; and how to take care of your pets and other animals in poor air quality.
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Bemidji police squad hits pedestrian; Wildfires continue in BWCA
And: Trump endorses Lindell; MPCA seeks new members for advisory group; and Itasca County looks for public input on outdoor recreation plan.
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BWCA, Superior Nat'l Forest fires spread; Election offices prep without fed support
Plus: the candidate filing period for non-primary elections opened July 14, 2026; and the Grand Rapids Area Library recently made a $30,000 fundraising goal.
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Entire BWCA closes Tuesday due to fires; Dangerous heat in the Northland
And: An Aitkin peat processor fined for air pollution control violations.
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Drought plagues northern MN despite storms
Even with green plants and recent rainfall, large portions of the Northland are classified as in moderate or severe drought.
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Beltrami sheriff shares water safety tips; Cleanup continues after DL-area tornado
And: Four Northland organizations recieve child care grants; men encouraged to wear sunscreen and get skin checks; and Eveleth plans to replace the "Big Stick."
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Hall of fame fishing guide Neustrom dies; Pequot Lakes passes data center moratorium
And: Minnesota partners hope opioid prevention success spreads to youth; and a community storytelling initiative aims to capture recovery stories in St. Louis…
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2nd death at Palisade Head; 5 new wildfires in Superior National Forest
And: Carlton County continue discussion of data center moratorium; MN could have its first saint; and business owners assess paid leave law
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2nd water-related death in Beltrami County; Tornado confirmed in DL
Plus: Second Harvest Northland selects a new site for the Grand Rapids Food Shelf; and the St. Louis County Landfill may get double the trash with expansion in…
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Fatalities in region over Fourth of July; former Rock Ridge dean faces new charges
Plus: Single-engine plane crashes at Pine River Airport; data center regulations to be discussed by Carlton County Board; and Independence Day parades get the…
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Plans for Pequot Lakes' Stars and Stripes Days come together for 250th
The Brainerd lakes area city celebrates the Fourth of July before a quick turnaround to prep for its signature event: Bean Hole Days.
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MN may face $250M in SNAP costs; Mushroom farm family launches new market
Plus: Sigurd Olson mural to be painted in Ely; and where to find fireworks, parades and more in the Northland.
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2 injured in St. Louis County crash; Brief tornado confirmed near Cotton
And: 14 anti-ICE protesters plead not guilty in federal court; Water levels on Lake Ore-Be-Gone threaten Gilbert tourism; and 3M's old Camp Wonewok is under…
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News Director interviews Itasca County Board District 1 candidates
We've partnered with ICTV to interview local candidates for the 2026 election. District 1 is in northwestern Itasca County, and three candidates are headed to…
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Fatal motorcycle crash near Nisswa; Primary election preview
And: New domestic violence and social media laws.
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Another round of storms knocks out power for thousands; White Earth, USFWS sign new agreement
Plus: Bemidji is the clay target state champion; and check out KAXE's fireworks guide, The 4th Up North.
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Fatal crash shuts down Hwy 169; Wind destroys Bemidji Water Carnival tent
Plus: A allegedly intoxicated driver lands an SUV onto a building with a resident inside in Naytahwaush
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Deer River kids nurturing plants — and pizza — in revitalized garden
Students in Deer River are tending to a "pizza garden" this summer, with the hopes of hosting a pizza party using ingredients from the garden in September 2026.
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Minnesotans warned of deceptive health plans; Heat on the way, storms possible
Plus: Tourism-based businesses brace for slower summer amid high gas prices and consumer costs; Little Fork River watershed plan open for comment; and…
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Grand Rapids Area Library receives $30k donation; Google hosts data center open house
And: Hubbard County and the city of Akeley disagree on non-emergency calls; and Leech Lake Community Tribal College announces a new president.
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Virginia confronts budget woes; Fosston, Essentia must continue talks
Plus: The state's soon-to-be new city of Northern will elect a mayor and Council in November; and aerial spongy moth treatments will take place in a couple of…
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Escapee gets prison time; Crow Wing ICE agreements draw ire, support
And: A cannabis business has been approved for Second Harvest's LaPrairie warehouse; and Rock Ridge has nearly depleted its reserves.
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Crashes claim Northland lives; Judge quashes subpoenas in immigration probe
Plus: Changes are in the wings to the BWCAW permit cancellation policy; and the DNR is expanding a deer feeding and attractant ban in two Northern MN counties.
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North Star Student: Win-E-Mac's Paige Breitbach is 'easy to cheer for'
The three-sport athlete and recent graduate made an impact through her positive attitude, hard work and leadership — whether her team was winning or losing.