Minnesota is currently contemplating a new state flag. In order to capture the true essence of the North Star State, with its endless lakes and vaguely menacing waterfowl, its leaders have wisely ...

Minnesota deserves the best, which is why choosing state symbols has always been a knock-down, drag-out fight at the Legislature. You try getting a room full of people to agree on which muffin ...

ST. PAUL, Minn. — With all the attention on Minnesota's new state flag design, certain state symbols have risen in importance. The loon went to the state seal, but a bright beacon found a home on the ...