Both perch and walleye appear to be doing well in Mille Lacs, but the DNR has its reasons for new regulations announced this week. There are other factors at play, too.

Anglers on one of Minnesota's largest lakes will be able to keep two walleye daily starting this spring, wildlife officials said Thursday.

Following years of restrictive regulations, the DNR says the Mille Lacs Lake walleye fishery appears to be in a healthy state.