Mindfulness Exercise Helps Reduce Stress
Stress is just part of daily life, but for many dealing with stress can be challenging.
Author: Site Staff
Bulldogs Beat Gophers to Advance to Regional Final
UMD Left Little Doubt with 4-1 Win Over Rival Minnesota
Willie Raskob had a goal and an assist in a three-goal flurry in the first period and Minnesota-Duluth beat Minnesota 4-1 on Friday night in the first round of the Northeast Regional of the NCAA hockey tournament.
Authorities Release Identity of Victim in Solway Township Fire
Solway Township Fire Victim Identified
St. Louis County Sheriff’s Officials have identified the victim of a fatal fire in Solway Township.
Lake County Gets Grant to Help with Future Forest Fires
Lake Co. Gets Grant to Help Prevent Loss from Future Wildfires
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released $511,153 in Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds to Lake County, Minn., for the installation of fire-resistant roofing materials on 65 residential and commercial structures.
Governor Wants to Crack Down on Illegal Poaching in MN
Dayton Wants to Crack Down on Poachers in MN
As a life-long hunter and angler, Governor Mark Dayton has proposed significant reforms to Minnesota’s poaching laws this session.
Mining Company Withdraws Application in Northern WI
WI DNR Says Mining Company Has Withdrawn Plans
The state Department of Natural Resources says a company that was looking to open a huge iron mine in northern Wisconsin has officially withdrawn its plans.
Senate Democrats Stress Education, Reserves in MN Budget Plan
MN Senate Democrats Release Budget Plan
Minnesota Senate Democrats have produced a two-year budget outline that would commit $550 million more for education programs and socks $250 million extra into state reserves.
Forest Service Extends Comment Period on BWCA Land Swap
The U.S. Forest Service is giving the public more time to weigh in on a proposal to swap state-owned land within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for federal land elsewhere in the Superior National Forest.
State, Federal Agencies Plan Forums on Predator Compensation
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture and the federal Farm Service Agency will host a series of town hall meetings in northern Minnesota to explain state and federal programs that compensate farmers for livestock losses due to wolves, raptors and weather.
Weekend Spotlight: March 27-29
Here’s your Weekend Spotlight with TwinPortsNightLife.com.Â
CDC Launches New Round of Anti-Smoking Ads
It’s been more than 50 years since the surgeon general’s report on smoking was released, and researchers are still finding new diseases related to lighting up.
One Dead in Home Fire in Solway Township
Authorities report a man’s body was found after a fire in a home in northeastern Minnesota.
Duluth Police Search for Two Missing Children
Believed to be With Noncustodial Mother
The Duluth Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating two children who are with a noncustodial parent against a court order.
Wisconsin DNR Proposes Daily 3 Walleye Limit
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wants to continue a three-walleye limit for lakes and rivers within the state’s ceded territory.
Gov. Walker Approves Improvement Project at Richard I. Bong Airport
Governor Scott Walker today announced a $365,833 project to do planning and design for the construction of a parallel taxiway to Runway 14/32 at Richard I Bong Airport.
Authorities Identify Suspect in WI State Trooper’s Killing
Authorities Release Suspect's Identity in Trooper's Killing in WI
Authorities have now identified the man suspected of killing a Wisconsin State Patrol trooper in Fond du Lac.
DPS: Dangerous Marijuana Wax Showing up in Minnesota
The Department of Public Safety wants to warn Minnesotans about the dangers of a drug called marijuana wax.Â
UW-Superior Announces Early Retirement Buyouts
Chancellor: Program Will Help Manage Anticipated Budget Cuts
The University of Wisconsin-Superior has a new tool that school officials said will help manage millions in budget cuts.
New Protein Discovery Could Help Treat Alzheimer’s
A new study could shed some light on a protein that may be the main culprit behind Alzheimer’s disease.
Crafts and Community Blend to Create Folk School
A successful folk school in Grand Marais is the focal point of discussion in Ely.
Dairy Farm Lawsuit Supporter Speaks Out
A key supporter of an organic dairy farmer facing legal battles with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture speaks out.Â
Authorities Rescue Man from Corn Bin in Washburn County
Man Rescued from Corn Bin
At approximately 1 p.m. Monday Washburn County Dispatch was notified of a man trapped in a corn bin at the Frey Farm on Frey Road Township of Sarona.
Jet Crashes in Alps with 150 Aboard; No Survivors Expected
A passenger jet carrying 150 people crashed Tuesday in the French Alps as it flew from Barcelona to Duesseldorf, authorities said.
WI Bill Would OK Off-Duty Police with Guns in School
Bill Would Allow Off-Duty Officers to Carry Guns in WI Schools
A proposal that would allow off-duty and retired police officers to carry guns in schools is finding support in the Wisconsin Legislature.
Police: About 35 Vehicles Have Windows Shot Out in Duluth
Vehicles Have Windows Shot Out in Duluth & Proctor
On 03/24/2015, Duluth Police have taken approximately 35 damage to property calls where vehicle windows were likely shot out by a pellet or BB type gun.
Police Negotiators Convince Suspect to Surrender in Superior
Superior Police Make Arrest After Standoff
The Superior Police Department Emergency Response Team was activated to respond to a house in the 4400 block of E 1st St for what ended up being a four hour standoff.
Gardner Won’t Seek Re-election as Duluth Councilor
Duluth Councilor Won't Seek 3rd Term
Duluth city councilor Sharla Gardner announced late Monday night she will not be running for a third term.
Bentleyville Event Changed Because of Snow
Bentleyville Cleanup Rescheduled in Duluth
Due to the imminent snow Wednesday, organizers have rescheduled their cleanup efforts for Sunday, March 29th from 10 a.m – 2 p.m.
Duluth House Fire Declared Arson
A house fire in Duluth has been ruled arson, according to fire officials.
Go Digital or Lose a Community Theater
Thousands of Dollars in Upgrades
For many small communities it’s the pulse of the town on weekends: the movie theater.Â
Artificial Sweetener Ingredient Could Block Cancer Cells
New research suggests a popular sugar substitute could lead to new treatments for some of the most common types of cancers.
New Medical Facility in Rural Wisconsin
Spooner Health System Upgrades
Great news for the rural healthcare system in Wisconsin.
West Duluth Could Get $50 Million in Outdoor Projects
Council Considers $50 Million for Recreation Projects
City leaders in Duluth are considering investing as much as $50 million in outdoor recreation projects in an effort to revitalize the city’s west side.
77 Marijuana Plants Seized in Duluth Township Bust
Pot Plants Seized in Duluth Township Bust
On March 19th 2015, Duluth Township Police executed a drug search warrant at 1564 Torgeson Road in Duluth Township.
Minnesota Republicans Stake out $7B Plan for Roads, Bridges
Minnesota House and Senate Republicans want to tap the state’s budget surplus, reroute existing tax revenue and borrow toward a $7 billion upgrade goal for roads and bridges over the coming decade.
Minimum Wage Debate Heats up on House Floor
It’s time to talk about the minimum wage again.
Area Church Raises Funds for Guatemalan Children in Need
For a third time a Northland church is taking their mission efforts to help others overseas.
Note Worthy Kids Makes a Sweet Melody
The sweet sounds of music filled Clyde Iron Works Sunday.
Oil Markets, Strong Production Lead U.S. Gas Prices Lower
Average National Price of Gallon of Gas Dropped 4 cents in Last 2 Weeks
The average national price of a regular gallon of gasoline has dropped 4 cents in the last two weeks to $2.50.
Poll: Majority Says Performance Should Guide Teacher Layoffs
Poll Shows 68% of Minnesotans Say Performance Should Guide Teacher Layoffs
A new poll shows 68 percent of Minnesotans say a teacher’s performance, not his or her seniority, should be the deciding factor in making layoff decisions. Â Â
Roar of Bombers Replaced by Drone Buzz in North Dakota
Companies Show Interest in Nation's First Unmanned Aircraft Business Park
The nation’s first unmanned aircraft business park is still several weeks away from the start of construction, but backers of the project say many companies are showing interest.
First Laker Expected to Depart Twin Ports Monday
Sign of Spring in the Twin Ports
The first two U.S.-flag lakers are on schedule to depart the Port of Duluth-Superior on Monday, March 23, signaling the start of the 2015 commercial shipping season at this end of the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway system.
Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz to Launch Presidential Bid
Cruz to be First High-Profile Candidate to Formally Launch White House Bid
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz plans to announce Monday that he is running for president.
High-end Fashion Show
High-end fashion from across the globe made its way to the Twin Ports for a runway show at the DECC Saturday evening.
United Way Hot Dish Cook-Off
Forget about the typical United Way chili cook-offs. Carlton County went outside the box Saturday and hosted its first ever hot dish cook-off.Â
Scouts Learn to Make Sausage at Superior Meats
An area boy scout troop got an up-close look at the working of a local meat market as they made their own sausages.
High-Speed Police Chase Near Hibbing
A high-speed chase near Hibbing Saturday morning reached speeds of 122 miles-per-hour.
‘Moderation Management’ Program Helps Heavy Drinkers
Heavy drinkers are turning to a new approach in their effort to manage the habit.
Judge Rules Wisconsin Abortion Law Unconstitutional
A federal judge has struck down a Wisconsin law requiring abortion providers to get hospital admitting privileges.
Wappes Sentenced for Swindling More Than $1M in Carlton Co.
Fmr. Carlton Co. Employee Sentenced for Theft by Swindle
A former Carlton County employee has her sentence for stealing more than one million dollars from her bosses.
