After 16 years in operation, Minnesota’s Northstar rail line has been suspended, leaving uncertainty for cities and commuters along the route. Ridership never fully recovered after the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting officials to replace train service with commuter buses. In Anoka, where the city invested $10 million in station infrastructure, concerns are mounting over the safety and upkeep of unused rail facilities — and the possibility that federal funds may need to be repaid. Mayor Erik Skogquist tells us more…