Battle Against Planned Parenthood Heats Up
Center for Medical Progress Releases Fifth Video
What started as a series of controversial undercover videos has turned into a full-blown battle in the halls of congress.
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Upgrades to Amsoil Speedway Keep History Living On
Northland Uncovered: Amsoil Speedway
In this week’s Northland Uncovered, we show you how a race track in Superior has kept a community strong for more than 50 years.
Parenting With A Disability
Life with a disability is hard enough. But also being a parent can make it even harder. Hear from one family that’s adapting to life after a disability, in this edition of your FOX Focus on Health.
Special Report: Tiny House Living
Profile a woman living a tiny lifestyle
It’s a pop–culture topic that seems to be going mainstream – tiny houses.
Knowing Your Neighbors: MacRostie Art Center
Gallery Features Local Artists, Brings Color to Community
Paintings, pottery, and watercolor – The MacRostie Art Center has got it all…and more.
Community Festival Celebrates Successful Construction
Coffee Conversation: Superior Downtown Summerfest
In this week’s Coffee Conversation, we talk about the success of Tower Avenue construction in Superior.
Volleyball Camps Keep Players Active
Options are Limited During Summer, with Prep and Club Seasons Coming Up
Summer is slow for competitive volleyball. So players flock to camps in order to stay sharp.”The kids need to keep improving at the high school level,” said UMD Assistant Volleyball coach Christyn May. “Especially if they want to continue after high school.”
Finest Fairways: Big Fish Golf Course
Play Two Different Courses in One Trip
“Hey Northland, in this week’s edition of Finest Fairways, I’m at Big Fish in Hayward where being different is a part of the game.”
Introducing Your Baby to Solid Foods
Introducing solid foods to your baby can be a fun exciting experience.
Seasonable Melons for a Summer Chutney
Cooking Connection: Cucumber & Melon Chutney
In this week’s Cooking Connection, we make cucumber and melon chutney with Whole Foods Co-op.
Kitchen, Bathroom Carry Most Germs
99 Percent Aren't Harmful, Some Are Healthy
Even with a microscope, finding germs or bacteria can often be tricky.
Finest Fairways: Minnesota National Golf Course
A Hidden Gem Only Found in McGregor
“Hey Northland, in this week’s edition of Finest Fairways, I hit up Minnesota National Golf Course in McGregor to find out what makes this course a true diamond in the rough.””It’s an unexpected golf course when you come out here. You get out here and find out that this is here and get out and play a few holes and just immediately, hey this place is a gem,” said Director of Golf Kristopher Boike.
Great Outdoors: Pieces of Nature Create Picture-Perfect Landscape
MN Senator Chuck Wiger Creates Masterpiece Display
It might surprise you to know a well-known Minnesota Senator is creating art on the North Shore, that’s literally stopping people in their tracks.
The Key to Good Digestive Health
When your digestive tract isn’t working properly, it can make your whole body feel off.
Old Main Arches Offer a Look at UMD’s Historic Past
Northland Uncovered: Old Main at UMD
The years spent in college are years major growth happens for students in a number of ways. In this week’s Northland Uncovered, we talk to a former student and employee of UMD about the memories he has of Old Main.
Knowing Your Neighbors: The Snug
Locally Owned Irish Pub in Washburn is a Hit
If you’re in the mood for a taste of Ireland on the South Shore, the place to be is ‘The Snug’.
Electrical Implant Helps Paralysis Patients Stand
A new development in spinal cord injury research is showing great promise for paralysis patients.
Annual Benefit Raises Money for Northland Veterans
Coffee Conversation: Veterans Benefit
For this week’s Coffee Conversation, we talk about an upcoming event that raises money for veterans.
Pro Hockey Players Use Summer to Get in Top Shape
Offseason is Actually Short as Players Prepare
For today’s hockey player there’s no such thing as an offseason.“It’s probably two, three weeks a year off a year, that’s it,” says professional hockey player Zack Fitzgerald.
First Malaria Vaccine Closer to Approval
The world’s first malaria vaccine is close to being approved for babies in Africa.
Getting Fit Outdoors with Yoga
Active Adventures: Yoga on the Lake
For this week’s Active Adventures, we preview an event that can get you doing yoga by the lake.
The Dos and Don’ts of Ear Health
The human ear is a marvel of anatomical engineering which converts sound waves into meaningful sound.
A Fresh, Pasta Salad Perfect for a Summer Picnic
Cooking Connection: Sclavi's Pasta Primavera
For this week’s Cooking Connection, we made a fresh pasta salad with Sclavi’s Italian Restaurant.
CDC: More Teens Using Emergency Contraception
It appears teens are using emergency contraception.
Great Outdoors: North Coast Community Sailing
Sailing Program Introduces Kids to Life-Long Hobby
A program in Washburn is getting kids off the couch and in motion.
Protecting Your Children From Falls
3 Million Kids Fall, Rushed to Emergency Room Annually
Nearly three million kids take a fall and end up in the emergency room every year.
Knowing Your Neighbors: Bricks Pub & Grub
If you’re ever driving through Wrenshall, Bricks Pub and Grub is a must for a drink or meal.
Focus On Health: Stopping The Burn
That spicy quesadilla or late-night snack might have seemed like a good idea in the moment, but those choices could have you in some serious pain later on.
Breweries Gear Up For All Pints North Brew Fest
Coffee Conversation: Craft Beer Lovers Will Sample Hundreds of Brews
Put on by the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, All Pints features nearly 100 breweries handing out an unlimited amount of craft beer samples.
Basketball Becoming a Year Round Game
Teams Use Summer Camps as Way to Stay Sharp
A July weekend and high school basketball teams are playing.Wait, what?Team camps, like the one recently held at the University of Minnesota Duluth, give high school programs a way to stay active.
Finest Fairways: Nemadji Golf Course
Local Course Anyone Can Play
“Hey Northland. In this week’s edition of Finest Fairways, I take my hacks across the bridge to Superior to find out what makes the Nemadji Golf course so special.””It’s a great place for anyone. Kids all the way up to senior people. It’s fairly flat and easily walkable,” said assistant golf pro Tim Ryan.
Study: Americans Taking Fewer Vacations
A lot of us probably say TGIF on Friday mornings, but study after study shows fewer of us are saying TGIV — thank goodness it’s vacation.
Learning the Basics of Sailing on Lake Superior
Active Adventures: Sailing
For this week’s Active Adventures, the FOX Sunrise crew tries sailing.
Reducing Inflammation With Your Diet
Cherries, Blueberries Can Relieve Pain
Many times when something hurts it’s because of some sort of inflammation.
Recipe for what to do with Leftover Pasta
Cooking Connection: Sclavi's
In this week’s Cooking Connection, we learn what we can do with leftover pasta.
New Drug May Help Clear Plaque Causing Alzheimer’s
A new treatment is showing promise in battling Alzheimer’s disease.
Camp Chow: Easy Meals for on the Trail
Minnesota Company Makes Meals for the Trail
Whether it’s camping for the weekend with the family or planning a canoe trip in the Boundary Waters, sometimes deciding what to pack for food can be a challenge.
Doctors: Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects Heart Disease Risk
People who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis are mostly focused on getting the disease under control and easing the joint pain.
Country Club Becomes “Home Away from Home”
Northland Uncovered: Northland Country Club
For this week’s Northland Uncovered, we take a peek inside a private country club in Duluth.
CDC: 1 in 10 Americans Gets Enough Fruit, Veggies
Only about one in every ten Americans eats enough fruit and vegetables, according to a new study.
Tennis a Great Total Body Activity
Players Encouraged to Take Breaks to Minimize Risks
Go by any tennis court in the summer and chances are you’ll find someone playing.“People of all ages that come and play, all different skill types,” said Joey Kronzer. Tennis is a great way to stay in shape, because on the court players are constantly moving.
Safe Practices When Diving into Water
Doctors: Feet First, Every Time
Temperatures are heating up, and for many of us that means playing in the water.
Inline Skating Along the Lakewalk
Active Adventures: Inline Skating
For this week’s Active Adventures, Kay White tries out inline skating.
CDC: Some Antidepressants Increase Birth Defect Risk
Two popular antidepressants may increase the risk of birth defects in babies of mothers who took them, according to a new study done by the Centers for Disease Control.
Putting an Italian Twist on an American Dish
Cooking Connection: Poached Eggs and Italian Sausage Gravy
For this week’s Cooking Connection, we make a brunch item from Bellisio’s Italian Restaurant.
Heroin-Related Overdoses on the Rise
Deaths Nearly Quadrupled Between 2002-2013
New numbers from the federal government are shedding light on what’s being called a heroin epidemic across the country.
Youth Climbers Getting Opportunity to Scale Rocks
Adventurers Learning to Climb in Safe Environment
Climbing up and down rocks and scaling the sides of cliffs are no match for these adventurous kids.”I just climb all over stuff when I want to,” said youth climber Arbor Taylor.
Study: Foodies Are Healthier Than Picky Eaters
While you may associate foodies or adventurous eaters with indulgent eating or eating to excess, that may not be the case.
Grocery Store Owner Touches Customers’ Lives
Knowing Your Neighbors: Hoyt Lakes IGA
In the heart of every small town, is a man with a big heart.
Surgery, Lifestyle Changes Help Obese Patients With Diabetes
A new study suggests weight-loss surgery combined with lifestyle changes may be a more effective treatment for obese patients with type-two diabetes compared to the changes alone.
