Flags Lowered for Slain Deputy, Funeral Friday
Order in Effect from Sunrise to Sunset
Gov. Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. and Minnesota state flags be flown at half-staff to honor a sheriff’s deputy killed in the line of duty.
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Duluth-Based Web Series Coming Soon
"Old Lifty" Features Fictional Lift Bridge Operator
Duluth is about to get its very own TV show!
Event Connects Those in Need With Social Services
More Than Two Dozen Social Services Under One Roof
For the needy and homeless in the Twin Ports, access to health care, child care, and other basic services can be very difficult.
Wisconsin First Lady Visits Superior
Takes a Walk With Children, Promotes Wellness
Wisconsin First Lady Tonette Walker was in Superior Thursday morning to enjoy a walk in the park.
Couple Sails 3,700-miles to Winter at Spirit Lake Marina
Will Brave Frigid Temps to Live in Their Sailboat
3,700 miles later and an adventurous couple have landed in Duluth to spend the winter on their sailboat.
Free Fresh Pressed Cider
300-Pounds of Apples
If you were near Harrison Community Center Wednesday you might have seen a stand for free apple cider.
Tree Stands Recalled
Climbing Tree Stands Recalled
Those preparing for fall hunting should be aware of a recall with some tree stands.
Suspect Charged, Not Under Arrest When He Killed Aitkin Co. Deputy
The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office says the man who fatally shot and killed an Aitkin County Deputy on Sunday at a St. Cloud Hospital was not under arrest at the time.
Traffic: Single Lane Restrictions in Front of Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center Monday
Starting Monday, October 26, traffic along Third Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenue East will be restricted to one lane in front of Essentia Health-St Mary’s Medical Center.
UMD Students Give Hats to Children Battling Cancer
Love Your Melon
UMD students give hats to children battling cancer for Love Your Melon Day.
Plaintiff in Clergy Abuse Case Wants $11.7 Million
First Clergy Sex Abuse Case to be Argued in Front of Jury
The attorney for a man who says he was molested by a priest in the Duluth diocese as a boy is asking a jury to award the man $11.7 million.
3M Restructuring Includes 1,500 Job Cuts
A Third of Job Cuts to Come in U.S.
3M has announced a restructuring plan that will cut 1,500 jobs worldwide.
House Conservatives Back Ryan, Opening Door to a New Speaker
Two-thirds Vote Supports Ryan
Congressman Paul Ryan seems all but assured of becoming the next House speaker, now that the Wisconsin Republican has won the backing of most members of the pugnacious House Freedom Caucus.
Caribou Coffee Promotion Supports Solvay Hospice House
You can enjoy a warm cup of coffee and support local families at the same time.
‘Cancer: Go Fly a Kite’ Event Kicks Off Saturday
You can help in the fight against cancer this weekend.
Twin Ports Women Honored at YWCA Luncheon
12th Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon
Four women who have made significant contributions to the Northland were honored Tuesday at the YWCA Women of Distinction Luncheon.
Books Come Alive Through Song for Duluth Kids
Preschoolers were treated to a special storytime at the Duluth Public Library.
DeLorean Owner Celebrates ‘Back to the Future Day’
Proud of Iconic Car Featured in Back to the Future Movies
Date made famous by Back to the Future 2 commemorated by DeLorean owner in Superior.
Public Asked to Weigh in on Allowing Vendors on Lakewalk
Duluth Puts Out Survey on Commercial Activity on Lakewalk
The city of Duluth is considering allowing vendors on the Lakewalk but they want to get the public’s input first.
Back to the Future Day: What the Sequel Got Right
Back to the Future Day is finally here.
Minnesota Ballet Celebrates Milestone
50th Anniversary Gala
Minnesota Ballet has reached a milestone.
Great Outdoors: Northwoods Zip Line
In this week’s Great Outdoors we head to a family-owned business in Minocqua, Wisconsin to go zip lining.
Dancers, Drummers Celebrate Lake Superior Ojibwe Gallery Dedication
Dancers and drummers from the Fond du Lac Reservation kicked off a dedication of the new Lake Superior Ojibwe Gallery Monday.
Duluth City Council, Mayoral Candidates Host Final Forum
Monday night was the last chance for Duluthians to hear from city council and mayoral candidates about where they stand on the big issues.
Kirby Student Center Renovations Completed
UMD hosted a Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate
The ribbon cutting celebrates the completion of the second phase of a renovation of the almost 60 year old space.
Annual Rose Tipping Event at Leif Erickson Park
Volunteers Learn Minnesota Tip Method to Protect Roses
The Lake Superior Rose Society and the Duluth parks staff hosted the annual rose tipping event at the Leif Erikson Rose Garden.
Ranked-Choice Voting Discussed at Duluth Forvm
A Debate on Whether Duluth Needs a Change to its Election System
It’s getting closer and closer to Election Day, and at this week’s Duluth Forvm, ranked choice voting was once again a hot button topic.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is Giving Away a Free Bridge
Historic Truss Bridge is Up for Grabs
The historic truss bridge was built in 1910, and is about 77 feet long and 19 feet wide. Limited money may be available from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to assist in the removal of the bridge from its current location.
Minnesota Hunters Encouraged to Buy Licenses Early
DNR Expects Lines to be Long
Minnesota has nearly half a million firearms deer hunters in the state, and retailers say the day before hunting season begins is their busiest day selling licenses.
Pop-Up Shops Fill Downtown Storefronts
Keeping Downtown Storefronts Filled with Occupants
It has been an issue the city of Duluth has dealt with for quite some time, how to keep businesses in downtown Duluth and storefronts filled.
Funeral Services Set for Slain Aitkin County Deputy
A memorial service to honor the Aitkin County Sheriff’s Deputy who was killed in the line of the duty, will be held on Friday in Aitkin.
Boy Scouts, CHUM to Host Annual Food Drive
SHARE Community Food Drive
The SHARE Community Food Drive is back this weekend.
Lakers Carried 9.8 Million Tons of Cargo in September
U.S. flag Great Lakes freighters moved 9.8 million tons of cargo last month, a decrease of 8 percent compared to this time last year.
Superior High School Students Give Back to Community
Northland Uncovered: Dug Out Canoe
A group of Northland students makes an effort to help out a local historical society.
‘Vision Duluth’ Launches For Equity, Democracy
A new plan for more equity in Duluth has launched as Vision Duluth.
Google Visits UMD
2 Engineers Speak to Students
Google software engineers were at UMD Monday to talk to students who may be exploring careers in the tech industry.
Winter Walleye Harvest Limit Set in Mille Lacs
Anglers will have a walleye fishing season this winter on Lake Mille Lacs after the state and tribal biologists agreed on a limit of how many pounds can be taken during the ice fishing season.
Septic Truck Driver Injured in Rollover
A septic truck driver was injured after his truck rolled into a ditch while trying to avoid a deer Monday Morning.
Hermantown K9 to Receive Protective Vest
Hermantown’s top dog will have extra protection out in the field thanks to a non-profit.
UMD Students to Present Dance Works
Guest Artists to Work with Students
UMD students are preparing for an annual dance performance.
Volunteers Carve Pumpkins for Glensheen’s ‘Spooktacular’
Hundreds of people spent their Sunday carving pumpkins at Glensheen Mansion.
9th Annual Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer
Country Lanes hosted a celebration of breast cancer survivors and fellowship Sunday.
Superior Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week Kicks Off
11 Restaurant Participants Offer Specials
Eleven restaurants are participating in the promotion that is happening for the second time this year.
Catlin Green Community Garden Holds Volunteer Day
Community Members Learn Gardening Tips
The gardens were established by community members who are part of the superior housing authority programs. A few community members volunteered to worked together today to get the gardens ready for the winter season.
31 Year Homemade Halloween Attraction Closing
After 3 Decades This Will Be the Last Year
At first the decorations were simple, but with the help of volunteers including builders and actors, it eventually became a spooky attraction for children and families on Halloween night.
Firefighter Special Teams Stops in Duluth
Group is Traveling Across Minnesota to Support Law Enforcement
The charitable group Firefighter Special Teams stopped in Duluth, Saturday on their journey from Baudette back to the Twin Cities metro area.
Spooktacular Wraps Up With Creepy Pub Crawl
Costumed Bar Goers to Roam Superior
Bar-goers are encouraged to dress in costume and utilize a shuttle service and cab voucher program to ensure safety.
‘Night Without a Home’
Raising Awareness of Homelessness in Twin Port
Community members spent the night outside Saturday to help raise awareness of homelessness in the Twin Ports.
Bentleyville Tree in Place
Holiday Display Centerpiece Ready
Ironworkers and equipment operators spent Saturday putting the 128 foot tall Christmas tree together in the center of Bayfront Festival Park.
Goosebumps Gala at Duluth Library
Celebrates Popular R.L. Stine Book Series and New Movie Release
Some Northland kids got messy at the Duluth Public Library Friday.
