The Cook County News-Herald publishes Matters of Record to inform the public of arraignments and dispositions of criminal cases in which the punishment exceeds $150 and/or ten days in jail and/or includes one year of supervised adult probation. It is the Cook County News-Herald’s policy that this information contains a complete record. Requests for items to be withheld will not […]
Bill mandating paid sick days and medical leave signed by Governor Waltz
The Minnesota DFL House and Senate passed a bill along party lines that will mandate that businesses of all sizes provide employees up to 48 hours of paid sick time each year starting January 1, 2024. Called the (earned sick and safe time) bill, employees will make one hour of sick leave for every 30 hours of work. The sick […]
Cook County MN Highway Department is seeking candidates for the Highway Advisory Committee.
The Cook County Minnesota Highway Department is seeking candidates for the Highway Advisory Committee to represent districts 2, 3, and 5 (one opening in each district). The Highway Advisory Committee is a sounding board for the County Engineer and helps make recommendations on highway department policy and responsibilities, as well as a way for the department to inform the public […]