Duluth Elementary School Celebrates Black History Month
Daughter of Malcolm X Speaks to Students
In honor of Black History Month, Malaak Shabazz, the daughter of human rights activist Malcolm X, paid a visit to Duluth Wednesday.
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UMD Event Looks Deeper into Diversity, Equity and Multiculturalism
2015 Diversity Summit Kicks Off
Organizers and attendees tell FOX 21 the 2015 Summit on Equity, Diversity and Multiculturalism is a one of a kind event because it brings different backgrounds and perspectives together in one place at one time.
University Drops Racial Descriptions from Crime Alerts
U of M Drops Descriptions from Criminal Alerts
The University of Minnesota will drop racial descriptions from campus crime alerts, unless the description of a suspect is detailed enough to identify the person.
Chester Chats Preview: 1900s Fashion
Fashion from the 1900s will soon be undressing at Glensheen Mansion.
Proctor Bus Driver’s Bright Idea Sparks Big Donation
Students Get 1,800 Safety Key Chains
A Proctor bus driver with a bright idea is setting a new standard for bus stop safety.
Student Gives Old UMD Lounge a Big Makeover
Ven Den Looks Modern With Vintage Flair
A student lounge at the University of Minnesota Duluth that was due for a much needed makeover has been unveiled.
MN Lawmakers Push for Answer Over UMD Coach’s Dismissal
Lawmakers Want Answers About Why Miller is Being Let Go at UMD
Democratic state senators are pressing for more answers on why the coach of Minnesota Duluth women’s hockey team is being let go.
Proposal to Merge Carlton, Wrenshall School Districts Voted Down
Wrenshall Voted Against 3-1
In a Fox follow up, the proposal to combine Carlton and Wrenshall school districts has halted.
Anti-Bullying Plays Held at Mesabi-East
In an effort to encourage people to treat one another with respect Mesabi-East School’s showcased two plays Monday aimed at anti-bullying.
HCC Nursing Program Expands Simulation Center
Life-like Mannequins Will be Used
Hibbing Community College is expanding its hands-on program for nursing students.
HCC Nursing Program Expands Simulation Center
Life-like Mannequins Will be Used
Hibbing Community College is expanding its hands-on program for nursing students.
Lawmakers Meet At UWS Over Proposed UW System Cuts
Bewley, Milroy Not Pleased With Walker's Proposal
University of Wisconsin Superior supporters and even lawmakers are banding together to fight against a potential $300 million budget cut to the UW System.
Walkers plan to eliminate Badger Exam dismays school leaders
As Wisconsin schools prepare to give new standardized tests this spring, teachers and administrators say the time, effort and money they’re putting into the exams may be pointless.
School Board to Move Forward in Upcoming Referendum
Board Votes in Favor of Kraus-Anderson
The Superior School District is moving forward with plans for an upcoming referendum after another piece of the puzzle falls into place.
LSC Hosts Health Careers Night
More than 140 people got together to learn more about health care jobs at Lake Superior College Wednesday evening.
Local Divas Prove Girls Can do it All
Diva Tech Event at WITC in Superior
With their blinged out pink hard hats Northland girls took on jobs traditionally dominated by men.
Police Have Message For Drivers After Snowfall
Not Wiping Parts of your Car After Snowfall May Cost You
After a fresh dose of snowfall here in the Northland, it means it’s time to get those brushes out and wipe it off your vehicle.
Daycare Dilemmas: Wisconsin Centers Among Most Expensive in Nation
Daycare Funding Hard on Northland Families
It’s no secret child care is expensive in Minnesota. The average center based day care costs $11,000 a year.
Cloquet Votes on $55 Million School Referendum
Residents Battle Snow Storm to Vote for New Middle School
The snowy weather Tuesday afternoon didn’t stop Cloquet voters from deciding whether to approve a $55 million dollar school referendum.
Emergency Youth Shelter Opens in Duluth
120 Young People Homeless Every Night
There are nearly 120 young people who are homeless on any given night in Duluth and Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota wants to put an end to this.
Hermantown Fish Store Offers Fish Lovers Something New
From typical gold fish to salt water corals, World of Fish in Hermantown carries everything aquatic lovers desire.
Students Celebrate “I Love to Read” Month
Grades Overlap for Story time
Monday afternoon, students at North Star Academy shared story time, all in celebration of February being “I love to read” month.
Mother’s Story Warns of Dangers of Texting and Driving
Blamed for Nearly 50 Deaths in Minnesota in 2014
According to the Department of Public Safety, a quarter of fatal crashes in the state of Minnesota alone are a result of texting and driving.
St. Luke’s Providing Educational Seminar About Eating Healthy
Eating Fruits and Vegetables Prevents Cancer
A Duluth hospital is hosting an event to help cancer survivors.
$56-Million Dollar Bond Referendum Election in Cloquet
Two Questions on the Ballot, Feb. 10th Vote
The Cloquet School District is calling for a $56–million dollar bond referendum. It’s a hefty sum of cash that some people said is financially irresponsible.
Art Appreciation Part 1: Education
Art Heals the Scars of Bullying
“I feel home, you know, it’s like the best way to put it,” Duluth East High School student Abigail Mitchell said.
St. Louis Co. Hosts Invasive Species Information Session
Invasive Species Causing Havoc in the Northland
Invasive species have been causing havoc in our local ecosystem and Tuesday was a time to address the issue.
Rural WI Educators Seek More State Aid
Gov. Scott Walker is prepared to spend millions more on rural schools, but some education officials said it won’t be enough for some struggling districts.
Duluth School District Calls Substitute Teacher Shortage a ‘Crisis’
It’s not unheard of to talk about a teacher shortage, as in full-time instructors, but what about a dwindling number of available substitute teachers?
New Domestic Violence Policy Announced
Blueprint For Safety Launch
The City of Duluth joined six criminal justice agencies in the announcement of a new domestic violence policy.
UMD Student is 6-millionth U-Pass Rider
UMD Celebrates Partnership with DTA
Champ the Bulldog’s mascot, was celebrating a UMD student Wednesday.
UMD Theater Students Act Out Children’s Book
Students Perform "Go, Dog. Go!" at Library
UMD theater students are brightening up the days of kids around Duluth.
City Brings in Consultants to Assist in Library Decision
Future of Duluth Public Library Up in the Air
The future of the Duluth Public Library remains up in the air.
LSC Gets Grant to Train Women in Non-Traditional, High Wage Jobs
DEED Gives College $63,500
Lake Superior College has gotten a boost in funding to educate more women in non-traditional jobs.
Rep. Simonson Visits Duluth Head Start Classroom
A Duluth Head Start classroom got a special visit from a state representative Monday.
School Consolidation Could Save Carlton, Wrenshall $1.5 M A Year
Consultant Unveils Results of Consolidation Study
Two small rival schools are faced with a big decision to combine as one.
‘Make A Wish’ Granted for Two Harbors Boy
Boy Is In 5th Grade
A modern day treasure hunt led a Two Harbors boy to a wish of a lifetime Thursday.
Pro-Life Ministries of Duluth March for Women
Thursday marked the anniversary of the 1973 Supreme Court decision in Roe vs. Wade, which says women can have a legal abortion.
LSSD Wants To Keep 4-Day School Week
District Needs Approval From State
Right now, students within the Lake Superior School District only hit the books four days a week. But the Minnesota Department of Education wants the district back to a five-day calendar.
School Board Approves Extra Red Plan Funds
$5.4 Million Left Over
Tuesday night, the Duluth School Board voted to approve the remaining Long–Range Facilities Plan, which has $5.4 million left over from the original plan that began in 2007 with a $315 million budget
Group Canvasses for Yes Votes in Cloquet
Depending upon where you live in Cloquet, you may have had some canvassers knock on your door Saturday afternoon.
