DULUTH - Lake effect snow warnings are in effect for Carlton, southern St. Louis, Douglas, Bayfield, and Ashland Counties. Gusty winds may reduce visibilities, especially in open areas. » read more
Northwestern Wisconsin
U.S. to commit $78.5M to try to halt Asian carp
WASHINGTON (AP) The Obama administration says it will spend $78.5 million to halt the giant Asian carp, which officials fear could spread and possibly endanger the Great Lakes region's $7 billion fishing industry. » read more
Newly-signed bill allows home-canned foods to be sold
MADISON (WPR) Farmer's markets will have more canned goodies from family root cellars now that a new law – called the “pickle bill” -- will make it easier for home processed food to be sold by letting small growers sell their canned goods without having to obtain an expensive food processing license. » read more
Northland couple plans to walk around Lake Superior
WILLOW RIVER, Minn. (WPR) A 60-something couple has decided to walk into their retirement, and try to save Lake Superior at the same time. » read more
Sights and sounds of the Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race
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BAYFIELD - Dozens of teams took part in day one of the Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race on Saturday.
Madeline Island ferry season over; wind sleds running
BAYFIELD - The Madeline Island Ferry Line has stopped running for the season because of ice.
Winter events abound this weekend around the Northland
From the Iron Range to the Apostle Islands, there are a bunch of outdoor activities taking place this weekend around the Northland.
Fatal snowmobile crash in Burnett County; three in custody
SIREN, Wis. - One person was killed and three people were arrested Thursday morning as a result of a snowmobile accident in Burnett County. » read more
Stone Lake students help soldiers in Afghanistan
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STONE LAKE, Wis. - Elementary school students in a small Northland community are answering a call for help from U.S. soldiers serving in Afghanistan.
Michigan renews push to close Chicago ship locks
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) Michigan wants the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider its refusal to close Chicago-area shipping locks in hopes of keeping Asian carp out of the Great Lakes. » read more
