ST. PAUL, Minn. — Dr. Scott Jensen announced Monday that he is withdrawing from the Minnesota Governor’s race and will instead run for the office of State Auditor. Jensen, a former state senator, was the republicans 2022 gubernatorial candidate “Our state’s problems can’t be fixed by simply replacing a leader. Our biggest problem right now is broken trust in…
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Department of Transportation has opened voting for its 2026 Name a Snowplow contest. The contest received 6,750 submissions and was narrowed down to 30 finalists. You can only vote once and select up to eight names you want to win List of finalists: 867-530 Brine AI: Arctic Intelligence Below Zero Hero Bob Chillin’ Don’t…
Courtesy: Associated Press (file) DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Schools is suing the Department of Homeland Security over immigration operations. In a letter sent to parents on Wednesday, the district said it had filed the lawsuit. Superintendent John Magas says they are taking this action in partnership with the teachers union, Education Minnesota, to make schools safe places for…
(AP) – The Department of Homeland Security said Wednesday that two federal agents involved in Pretti’s shooting have been on leave since Saturday. A photo of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by a U.S. Border Patrol officer over the weekend, is displayed at the shooting scene Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, in Minneapolis. The announcement came as Trump seemed…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Proctor has issued a boil water advisory following a water main break. The advisory is in place after officials say a water main broke in Duluth, where valves supplying Proctor were temporarily closed to help with repairs. Officials with the City of Duluth said the break happened near the 700 block of N Boundary Ave. Water service…
PROCTOR, Minn. — A broken water main has temporarily closed Proctor highschool and Middle School. According to school officials, overnight, a water main broke in Duluth that feeds water to Proctor. When attempting to fix the break, the City of Duluth turned off the feed to the water tower. As a result of morning water usage, the water tower was…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development(DEED) has awarded multiple Northern Minnesota communities nearly $2.5 million dollars in grants to clean up contaminated sites for redevelopment. These grants pay up to 75% of the costs to assess and clean up the sites. Communities in Northern Minnesota that received funds: The Duluth Economic Development Authority was awarded…
DULUTH, Minn. — Hoops Brewing is set to close after nearly 10 years of operation. In a video posted to Facebook, owner Dave Hoops announced that the brewery would close on February 23. “For more than 10 years, this place has been bigger than beer. It’s been a community, neighbors, friendship, and it’s been home,” said Hoops. The Duluth-based…
DULUTH, Minn. — Upcoming cold weather on Friday has temporarily closed Second Harvest Duluth. In a post to Facebook, the organization said that due to the upcoming weather, they will be closed on Friday, January 23. The post states it is for the safety of their staff, volunteers, and neighbors. The Grand Rapids location of Second Harvest will remain open….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Law enforcement and emergency services in Superior are holding a training exercise on Tuesday. According to officials, the event will be held all day and take place at the Central Assembly of God church, where there will be a large presence of emergency vehicles. The Superior Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, and the Superior Fire…
John James Carter UPDATE: Court documents allege John James Carter, 47, of Duluth stole a change machine from the Bentleyville gift shop. The statement of probable cause says on December 26, 2026 at about 2:30am a man and woman were seen around the Bentleyville gift shop. The male entered the gift shop structure “by cutting a hole in the side…
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A cabin on Lake Vermilion was deemed a total loss after a fire. According to officials, around 1:20 p.m on Wednesday, they were dispatched to a cabin fire after a snowmobiler saw smoke on Mead Island. Upon arrival, officials learned the caretaker started the furnace for the property owner, who was going to arrive later. The…
Sheriff Pat Eliasen COOK COUNTY, Minn. — Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen announced his retirement on Tuesday. In a Facebook post, Sheriff Eliasen said he made the decision not to seek another term as Cook County Sheriff and to retire from public service. “Law enforcement has been more than a career for me; it has been a calling rooted in…
(Northshore Inline Marathon) DULUTH, Minn. — The NorthShore Inline Marathon has earned a spot in the 2026 World Inline Cup(WIC) schedule. 2026 World Inline Cup Schedule The race, scheduled for September 17, 2026, will now be a part of the WIC provisional 2026 race calendar. Other locations on the calendar include Switzerland, France, Germany, and Portugal. Officials say the race is…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force (LSVOTF) executed a series of warrants on Wednesday in an anti-drug trafficking operation. According to officials, the operation was aimed at targeting members and associates of the Black P Stone street gang operating in the Twin Ports. During the one-day operation, 10 warrants were executed and 24 people arrested. Officials…
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — A $1 million winning lottery ticket was sold in International Falls. According to the Minnesota Lottery, the ticket was sold at Forestland Sales located at 1111 3rd St. This was a part of one million tickets sold during the Minnesota Millionaire Raffle, which ran from Oct. 21 to Nov. 3 Officials say it was the fastest…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — A man was airlifted to Duluth after a snowmobile accident in Virginia. According to officials, on Wednesday at around 2:18 a.m., officers responded to a report of an unknown problem near Bailey’s Lake. The caller said that they saw a bright light and heard what they thought was a generator running. When officers arrived, they found a…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Love Creamery has soft-launched its new location in Superior. According to a post by Love Creamery on their fundraising page, the store located on the corner of N 21st St. and Garfield Ave will be open for select dates going into the holiday season. SEE PREVIOUS: Love Creamery Hosts Open House For Billings Park Upcoming hours:…
Angel Fund Members Kari Kilen and Nicole Freeman, Commander Tim Stauty, Chief Steve Estey, Pink Patch Project Organizer Officer Brittany Dillinger and Angel Fund Executive Director Kelly Grinsteinner. HIBBING, Minn. — The Hibbing Police Department (HPD) raised $4,160 for local cancer patients through its Pink Patch Project. The Pink Patch project ran throughout the month of October and raised money…
NORTHSTAR TOWNSHIP, Minn. — Slippery road conditions on Thursday sent a St. Louis County plow into a ditch Officials say that at around 5 a.m., a county plow truck slid off the slippery road into the ditch on Hwy 44 in Northstar Township. No one was injured in the crash. Officials want to remind drivers to use caution and pay…
Rich Tru TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Two Harbors Resident Rich Tru has announced he is running for a seat in Minnesota House District 3 B. The campaign soft-launched in November, with the official announcement on Thursday. Tru is running on the idea that Minnesota’s economy should be built around the success of local businesses and the innovation of entrepreneurs, not…
DULUTH, Minn. — JD Sports is coming to Miller Hill Mall. JD Sports, which sells athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories, is set to open near the food court Construction is expected to begin soon, with the store opening in 2026. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH , Minn. — Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert has responded to the passing of Duluth’s 2026 budget. Monday, the Duluth City Council approved the 2026 property tax levy and budget. During the meeting, the City Council increased the levy to 3.5%. In September, Mayor Reinert had requested an ‘inflation-only’ max tax levy of 2.7% SEE PREVIOUS: Mayor Reinert Proposes ‘Inflation-Only’…
DULUTH, Minn. — A portion of 24th Ave West is temporarily closed. Starting Monday, December 15, the road will be closed on the 1000-1200 block to allow crews to safely perform utility work. Southbound traffic will detour onto Skyline Parkway to W Third Street. Northbound traffic will not need to detour Officials say it will reopen on December 31.` Categories:…
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Louis County announced a reduction in landfill tipping fees Monday morning. According to officials, residents and businesses in the Solid Waste Management Area could see a decrease in their garbage bill. Starting in January, tipping fees at the county’s regional landfill in Virginia will be reduced by $18.93 per ton. Tipping fees are what the county…
DULUTH, Minn. — The acquisition of ALLETE by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board(CPP) and Global Infrastructure Partners(GIP) is officially complete. According to officials, this follows the final written order and unanimous approval by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPU). SEE PREVIOUS: ALLETE acquisition approved by Minnesota Public Utilities Commission SEE PREVIOUS: ALLETE sale now just one step away The…
Scene cleared after explosives found at substance abuse treatment facility UPDATE: The scene has been cleared by officials after explosive material was discovered at a Duluth Treatment facility. Officials say the scene has now been cleared, and what was previously thought to be dynamite was found to be a type of compound used in commercial-grade fireworks. Clients are now able…
CLOQUET, Minn. — The Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC) has received a multimillion-dollar gift, the largest unrestricted git in the college’s history. The gift was from the Mackenzie Scott foundation, Yield Giving. “This transformative and incredibly generous multi-million dollar gift will impact our students and community for generations to come in powerful ways,” said FDLTCC President Anita Hanson. “We are deeply thankful to…
Travis White, Deann Buncich (St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office) HIBBING, Minn. — Two people were arrested, and 3 lbs of meth were seized in a drug bust in Hibbing. Hibbing drug bust (St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office According to officials, on December 6, at around 5:50 a.m., the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task arrested Travis White during a traffic stop….
DUQUETTE. Minn — Cars flew through the Nemadji State Forest Saturday in a test of skill and speed. The Nemadji Trail Rally brought together 13 different cars from around the region to compete on the snowy course. Nemadji Trail Rally The race, officially sanctioned by the American Rally Association(ARA), spanned 33 miles of state forest road closed off for the event….
VIRGINIA, Minn, — Essentia Health and the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) have reached a tentative agreement on contracts for more than 100 nurses in Virginia. Friday, Essentia announced the tentative agreement on a three-year contract for the nurses. “This milestone comes after productive discussions and reflects our deep appreciation for the extraordinary work these nurses do every day,” said Rhonda Kazik,…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — The Minnesota DNR has acquired 16,000 acres of land for permanent protection. This is one of the DNR’s largest land acquisitions in recent history, resulting in the permanent protection of nearly 16,000 acres across a 10-county area in Northern Minnesota. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to protect these forests, lakes, and waterways – now and for…
CARLTON, Minn. — Parts of Jay Cooke State Park are set to temporarily close for a special deer hunt. From December 6-10, portions will be closed for a special muzzleloader deer hunt aimed to prevent the overpopulation of deer and protect park resources. “Due to the years of over-browsing when there was no deer hunting within the park, we now…
DULUTH, Minn. — Super One is matching Red Kettle donations up to $50,000 this holiday season. Miners Match is the Salvation Army’s annual partnership that spans Red Kettles located at 14 participating Super One Foods. From December 8 – 24, every dollar donated at Super One will be matched up to $50,000. “The Miner Family is honored to continue…
Fayal Township garage fire. (credit: Northland Firewire) FAYAL TOWNSHIP, Minn — A garage was destroyed last night in a fire in Fayal Township. Officials say that the fire was first reported around 5 p.m. in the area of Half Moon Lake along Highway 53. Upon arrival, crews found a garage engulfed in flames that was extending to a house nearby…
PEQUAYWAN TOWNSHIP, Minn. — Crews responded to a house fire in Pequaywon Township Thursday night. According to officials, the fire started just before 7 p.m. on Pequaywan Lake Road. The owner of the home called 911 after seeing flames near a wood stove in the basement. He was able to safely evacuate himself and his two dogs and was assessed…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Armory Arts and Music Center announced Thursday a donation of $5 million from an anonymous donor. Officials say the money will be used for matching donations for the building’s restoration project moving forward. The restoration is a $48 million project to create a lasting center for arts and entertainment while celebrating the building’s history. With…
Kmauri Burnett DULUTH, Minn. — A man was arrested in Duluth on Wednesday with an extensive criminal history. According to officials, the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force, DPD, and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant near the intersection of West 2nd Street and North 21st Ave West. 20-year-old Kmauri Burnett was arrested on a felony…
DULUTH, Minn. — A mountain lion has been spotted in Duluth. The Duluth Police Department said they have been made aware of sightings of a mountain lion/cougar in the area. Ordean East Middle School was placed into a temporary secured status on Wednesday due to the presence of the animal. Officials say they are in contact with the DNR, which…
UMD’s new Associate Vice President for Philanthropy, Julia Diggins DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Duluth(UMD) has announced its pick for the new Associate Vice President for philanthropy. Julia Diggins has been selected for the role. Diggins has nearly 20 years of experience in higher education, most recently working as an interim president and vice chancellor for university advancement…
DULUTH, Minn. — Former Lieutenant Governor, Mandela Barnes, announced his run for Governor of Wisconsin Tuesday morning. Barnes announced the campaign in a video saying he will reject the Washington way and pledge to stand up to Trump and make life more affordable the “Wisconsin Way.” “Seems like the harder you work, the more Washington looks the other way: lower…
HOYT LAKES, Minn. — The Hoyt Lakes Fire Department was able to safely rescue a deer Saturday. According to the fire department’s Facebook page, the deer had fallen through the ice on Whitewater Lake. A crew arrived on scene and was able to safely rescue the animal. The deer was returned to the wild without injury. Categories: News, News –…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chum has received a $2.5 million grant from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos Day 1 Families Fund. 32 other organizations across the country, including Chum, received a total of $102.5 million through the program. Chum says the investment is the largest private gift in the nonprofit’s history. “We are so pleased to have been invited to…
Bentleyville re-opens(credit: Bentleyville) DULUTH, Minn. — Bentleyville is set to open Thursday evening after it was temporarily closed due to damage sustained in Tuesday evening’s storm. Crews came together on Thanksgiving morning to repair what was damaged. SEE PREVIOUS: Bentleyville to close Wednesday night following storm damage Bentleyville will be open 5–9 PM. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bentleyville’s ‘Tour of Lights’ will be closed Wednesday night due to damage sustained in Tuesday evening’s storm. According to their Facebook, they will remain closed while crews work to assess and repair the damage. They state this is for the safety of their guests, volunteers, and staff. Bentleyville storm damage. Officials with Bentleyville say repairs will start…
ATLANTA (AP) — The prosecutor who recently took over the Georgia election interference case against President Donald Trump and others said in a court filing Wednesday that he has decided not to pursue the case further. Pete Skandalakis, the executive director of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, took over the case last month from Fulton County District Attorney Fani…
Lakeview Behavioral Health UPDATE: Lakeview Behavioral Health has released a statement following the closure of their Virginia office. The full statement from COO Zack Kahmeyer: “After extensive evaluation and careful consideration, we made the difficult decision to close our Virginia location. This choice was rooted in our commitment to providing the highest quality mental health care. Consolidating our services will…
Flag of Canada ONTARIO. — The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding travellers of what to expect when crossing into Canada this holiday season. In 2024, the CBSA says it saw more than 93 million travellers and confiscated tens of thousands of prohibited goods. The CBSA encourages you to read and follow these travel tips before arriving at the…
Peter Buckle(St Louis County Sheriff’s Office) LAC LA CROIX, ONTARIO. — The St. Louis County Rescue Squad is assisting the Ontario Provincial Police in a search for a missing Lac La Croix man. According to officials, 47-year-old Peter Buckle has been missing since November 15. Buckle was using his cabin on the Canadian side of Lake Lac La Croix…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tickets for the 2026 Duluth airshow will go on sale December 1. The July 11-12 show will feature the Air Force Thunderbirds, as they “Celebrate America 250.” Tickets and a full list of performers can be found on their website Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
