Greater Minnesota

Duluth showing signs of economic revival
After years of economic struggles and budget deficits, the city of Duluth may be poised for a new era of prosperity. The city has announced several major industry investments in the area, unemployment is down and the local economy is diversifying. Business and civic leaders are more optimistic about the city's future than they've been in decades.
The maker of a popular brand of food for observant Muslims says it is facing a potentially crippling investigation into whether it falsely labeled meat products as processed in compliance with Islamic law.
For Minn. dad and son, bonding over an elaborate model railroad
For Troy Pendzimas and his father, George, building model railroads has more than a hobby. Their project, more than three years in the making, is a three-level, 21-by-12-foot train yard that contains 530 feet of track. "It's been such a big part of our lives," Troy said.
Deer hunting stands go upscale
Deer stands have long been a tradition for hunters in the region. But some don't have to rely on makeshift tree stands. Instead, they'll hunt from the comfort of deer hunting shacks, some of which include glass windows and heaters.
A rare clouded leopard will live out its life at an animal rescue center in eastern Minnesota after a financially struggling zoo decided to retire the animal.