This Week Marks 12th Anniversary of LeeAnna Warner’s Disappearance
12th Anniversary of LeeAnna Warner's Disappearance from Chisholm
This week marks a somber anniversary for one Iron Range family.
Author: Site Staff
Victim Identified in Fatal Mexican Restaurant Shooting in Bemidji
Victim in Fatal Restaurant Shooting Identified in Bemidji Shooting
At 10:00 a.m., on Saturday June 13, 2015, the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting at the MI Rancho Restaurant located at 677 Anne St. NW, Bemidji, MN.
Minnesota Lawmakers Increase Penalties for Mid-Level DWIs
Penalty for Mid-Level DWIs Increases in MN
Changes in the penalties for drunken driving could affect thousands of motorists in Minnesota who get behind the wheel while heavily intoxicated.
Jeb Bush Announces Candidacy for President
Jeb Bush Running for President
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush entered the 2016 presidential campaign on Monday with a rally and speech at Miami Dade College, joining 10 other Republicans already in the race for the party’s nomination.Â
Kwik Trip Hiring for New Hermantown Store
Kwik Trip is hiring at its new store in Hermantown.
Reports Say U.S. Bank Buys Naming Rights for New Vikings Stadium
U.S. Bank Gets Naming Rights for Vikings Stadium
The Sports Business Daily Journal, is reporting that the new home of the Minnesota Vikings will named by U.S. Bank Stadium.
New WI Speed Limit Signs to Be Installed This Week
70 mph signs to be installed along Interstates this week in WI
County highway crews will begin installing 70 mph speed limit signs along Wisconsin Interstates this week.Â
Man Dies After Striking Horse in Carlton Co.
Cromwell Man Killed After Hitting Horse in the Road
One man has died after a crash involving two vehicles and a horse in Carlton County on Sunday.
US Archbishop Resigns after Archdiocese Charged with Coverup
Ex-Archbishop has a Clear Conscience
The archbishop of St. Paul, Minnesota, and a deputy bishop have resigned after prosecutors there charged the archdiocese with having failed to protect children from unspeakable harm from a pedophile priest.
Minnesota man’s mistake leads to winning poker’s top prize
It’s one thing to outlast hundreds or thousands of poker players to win one of the World Series of Poker’s 68 events and the Las Vegas tournament’s coveted gold bracelet.
Missing Mount Rainier climber former Minnesotan
Father: Missing climber went to retrieve cook stove
The father of a missing climber apparently found dead on Mount Rainier says his son had a passion for climbing and the outdoors.
Ex-worker shot dead in altercation at Bemidji restaurant
Killed in a gun fight
Authorities say the man shot dead at a northern Minnesota restaurant used to work there and was killed in a fight.
Sunday Growler Sales Begin in Minneapolis, Duluth
Canal Park Brewery Holds Ribbon Cutting
Minneapolis has approved Sunday growler sales starting this weekend.
Minnesota’s Sex Offender Program Up for Discussion
Minnesota lawmakers had their chance again this session to make changes in the state’s sex offender program, but they passed it up.
Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad Open for the Summer
Historic Train Ride is Back.
Railroading fans, history buffs, and animal lovers alike will find something to enjoy on Duluth’s historic Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad.
Falling tree kills driver in freak accident in SE Minnesota
Tree crashed through vehicle roof
Three people in a pickup were in the wrong place at the wrong time on a highway in southeastern Minnesota.
Man, 20, dies after finishing half-marathon in Milwaukee
Summerfest Rock 'n Sole Marathon
The Milwaukee County medical examiner’s office says a 20-year-old Greenfield man has collapsed and died after finishing a half-marathon in Milwaukee.
Man Killed in ATV Accident
ATV Veered off Road, Struck a Tree
An ATV accident in Bayfield County Friday evening is fatal.
1 Dead in Restaurant Shooting in Northern Minnesota
Mi Rancho Restaurant in Bemidji
One person is dead after a restaurant shooting in northern Minnesota.
6 People Thrown from Boat in Minnesota River
Two of the Boats Occupants were Children
Authorities in south-central Minnesota say six people including two children were thrown overboard from a boat on the Minnesota River.
Gov. Dayton to Sign Bills Avoiding Shutdown
No Government Shutdown
Gov. Mark Dayton says he will sign the bills passed by a special legislative session, avoiding a government shutdown.
Life House Opens News Transitional Housing Program
Creating Homes for Teens Who Have Been Sex Trafficked
Life House is putting the finishing touches on a new transitional housing program, called Solhouse, for teens who have been sexually exploited or sex trafficked.
Duluth Police Search for Missing Man
The Duluth PD is looking for the public’s assistance in locating William Thorene Schultz, 85, of Duluth.
Minnesota State Parks Offer Free Admission Saturday
Parks Celebrate 'National Get Outdoors Day'
Minnesota State Parks are offering free admission Saturday, June 13 in celebration of National Get Outdoors Day.
Cookie Temptations to Expand to Fitger’s
Set to Open July 1
Cookie Temptations is preparing to open a second store in the Fitger’s Mall Complex.
Minn. Lawmakers Pass Jobs, Economic Development Budget
Has Added Unemployment Benefits for Laid Off Steelworkers
Minnesota legislators have passed a revamped jobs and economic development budget with additional money for broadband Internet development in rural Minnesota.Â
Hibbing Man Admits to Causing Baby’s Death
A Hibbing man accused of causing the death of his former girlfriend’s 2-year-old daughter in 2012 pleaded guilty today to first-degree manslaughter.
Iowa Supreme Court: You Can Be Drunk on Your Porch
The Iowa Supreme Court has affirmed the right to be drunk on your front porch.
A Delicious Sandwich with Bent Spoon Bistro
Cooking Connection: Bent Spoon Bistro
For this week’s Cooking Connection Rich with Bent Spoon Bistro showed William Seay how to make a special sandwich.
Minimum-Security Offender Walks Away From Stillwater Prison
Patrick James Buswell walked away from a minimum-security unit at the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Stillwater Friday.
Itasca Co. Sheriff’s Office to Host Predatory Offender Meeting
The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office and the Minnesota Department of Corrections will be holding an informational community meeting regarding the address change of a level three predatory offender.
Wildlife Official: Gray Wolf Population Rises in Wisconsin
A Wisconsin wildlife official says the state’s gray wolf population has gone up by about 13 percent in the past year.
Dayton Calls Friday Special Session to Finish up Budget
Session to Begin at 10 a.m.
Gov. Mark Dayton is calling a special session for Friday morning to finish up the state’s budget.
Sammy’s To Close Duluth Heights Location
Sammy’s Pizza has announced it will be closing its Duluth Heights location after seven years of business there.
Grandma’s Marathon: A Family Affair
Three Generations of Women Set to Run Grandma's Half Marathon
They say families who run together, stick together. And one of the best examples of this may be right here in Duluth. The sea of runners. this grandma’s half marathon, will include a family three generations strong.
Keeping Your Muscles Strong as You Age
If you want a strong toned body as you age, don’t skip the strength training.
Minnesota Drought-Free for First Time Since October
A map released by the U.S. Drought Monitor Thursday shows drought conditions are no longer present anywhere in Minnesota.
Duluth Man Sentenced for Home Invasion Assault, Armed Robbery
Tommy Ray Morgan Sr., 28, was sentenced by Judge Theresa Neo in St. Louis County Court.
3 From MN National Guard Indicted in Recruiting Scam
3 Indicted on Wire Fraud Charges from MN National Guard
A nationwide military recruiting scam investigation has led to indictments against two members of the Minnesota National Guard and one former guard member.
Eveleth Cheers Around $71K Bingo Winner
There’s apparently a lot of luck in Eveleth with a grand total of $71,050.64.
White Winter Winery Needs Your Vote
White Winter Winery in Iron River needs your vote for a chance to snatch up $100,000.
DEDA: NorShor Construction Set For August
The NorShor Theatre is still lights out with no signs of construction. However, we’re told the $20-plus million renovation project is now set to begin this August.Â
Old Carlson Bookstore Getting Facelift
Development Plans Still Uncertain
There are visible signs of renovation progress happening at the old Carlson Bookstore across from the NorShor Theatre.Â
Officials Warn of Child Nicotine Poisonings in Minnesota
Department of Health Issues Nicotine Health Advisory
Minnesota health officials are warning of the dangers of concentrated nicotine after a jump in nicotine poisonings of children.
Update: Missing Itasca County Man Found
Police Find Missing Big Fork Man
The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office has found the missing man they were searching for.
Work Moves Forward on New Whole Foods Co-op in Duluth
Whole Foods Co-op Puts Down Roots in West Duluth
Whole Foods Co-op is putting down roots at a second location at 4426 Grand Avenue in Duluth’s west end.
Dayton Says, He, Lawamkers Have Tentative Budget Deal
Governor Dayton & Lawmakers Reach Tentative Deal
Gov. Mark Dayton says Minnesota leaders have settled their remaining budget disputes and he is prepared to call the Legislature into special session.
Volunteers Needed For New Hermantown Trail Group
Duluth is not the only city investing in its trails these days; Hermantown is right there with them. But the city is in need of help.
New Business Wanted In West Duluth; Help Being Offered
If you’ve got a great start-up business idea, the West Duluth Business Club wants to help make it happen.
1 Roof Community Housing Reflects, Looks Ahead
One Roof Community Housing celebrated its past successes and looked ahead Tuesday to housing more Duluthians.
