Northern Lights Foundation Gala Friday
This Friday, the 2nd Annual Northern Lights Foundation Dinner & Silent Auction will be held at the Greysolon Ballroom in Duluth.
Health-imported
New 3D Test Can Catch Breast Cancer Early
New technology could lower false breast cancer positives by 20 to 40 percent.
Helping Prevent Children From Ingesting Lead
Locals were invited to Myers–Wilkins Elementary Wednesday for a free lead–level testing to raise awareness about the dangers.
House Passes Budget that Cuts MinnesotaCare
Lawmakers Cut $1 Billion from Health Care Spending
House Republicans have passed a health care budget that cuts an insurance program for tens of thousands of low-income Minnesotans.
New Cataract Surgery Improves Depth Perception
Cataracts will affect all of us at some point. They are a natural part of aging, but they are treatable with surgery.
Mayo Clinic Survey: 60% Would Like to be Organ Donors
April marks organ donation month and the demand is on the rise with about 150 patients being added to the wait-list every day.
Northland Girls Become Princesses
The 7th annual Fairy Princess Ball is a fun and magical event for girls of all ages that weave in lessons of philanthropy and giving back.
WI Organ Donor Registry Growing Rapidly
Wisconsin has seen the number of organ donors rise since relaunching the state’s donor registry in 2010.
House Approves Transgender Student Bathroom Restrictions
The Minnesota House wants to restrict transgender students’ access to school locker rooms and bathrooms.
Celebrating Healthy Kids Day at the Y
The free community event aimed to inspire kids to keep their minds and bodies active.
Bird Flu Spreads to 16 States
Gov. Dayton Declares State of Emergency in Minn.
Fears over a large bird flu outbreak are spreading as Minnesota declares a state of emergency Thursday.
Community Rallies to Raise Awareness for MS
Walk MS 2015
There’s still a week to sign up for the annual MS walk.
Skipping Sleep Contributes to Weight Gain
We exercise and watch what we eat, but sometimes the weight just won’t budge.
Memorial Unveiled To Honor St. Luke’s Donors
The Wall of Heroes memorial was unveiled Thursday at St. Luke’s to pay tribute to nearly 700 organ, tissue and eye donors.
Dayton Declares State of Emergency Over Bird Flu
State of Emergency Declared Over Bird Flu in Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton has declared a state of emergency over a bird flu outbreak that’s killed millions of birds in the state’s poultry industry.
Junior League of Duluth Grand Opening
For 94-years the Junior League of Duluth has been in existence and Tuesday it finally opened a new office in West Duluth.
Helping Give Necessities of Life to the Homeless
You could change the life of one of Duluth’s estimated 900 people living in extreme poverty.
St. Paul Couple Accused of Giving Weed to Infant
A Minnesota couple is accused of giving marijuana to their infant.
Distracted Driving Safety Event
A distracted driving safety event kicked off in the Miller Hill Mall.
Local Event Focuses on Babies and Birth
The 18th biannual Birth and Baby Fair kicked off inside the Coppertop Church in Duluth.
Community Members Raise Money for Preemie Twins
Hundreds of community members gathered at Skyline Saturday afternoon to help a family in need.
Community Members Raise Money for Preemie Twins
Hundreds of community members gathered at Skyline Saturday afternoon to help a family in need.
Rummage Sale to Fight Bullying
Rummage Sale Fights Bullying
If you buy second hand goods this weekend it will help out a local cause. Are you looking for a job and enjoy serving others?
Brewasana: Yoga & Beer at Bent Paddle
Active Adventures: Yoga
In this week’s Active Adventures, Natalie Froistad tries yoga at Bent Paddle Brewing.
Autism: Where We Are Now, Where We Want To Be
Community Gathers to Celebrate and Discuss Autism
Many questions still remain about autism, and Thursday, UWS invited locals to discuss the joys and challenges of living with the disease.
Substance Abuse Numbers Grow in The Northland
Community Conversation to Help Prevent Drug Addiction
Thursday night was the first of 3 meetings held in an effort to raise awareness about addiction and substance abuse in our area.
Number of Flu-Related Child Deaths in MN Rises to 9
Number of Child Flu Deaths Climbs to 9 in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health has confirmed another child’s death caused by seasonal flu.
St. Luke’s Reveals Cancer Center Expansion
St. Luke’s Hospital showed off major expansion and enhancements at its cancer center.
New Delhi Has World’s Dirtiest Air
We’re used to images of near-apocalyptic pollution in Beijing. But the world’s worst air can be found some 2,400 miles to the west.
Doctors: Fresh Air Helps You Sleep
The brisk spring air floating through your bedroom window could be just what you need to get a good night’s rest.
Laser Clinic in Duluth Helps Fat Reduction
Pain Free Body Contouring with Results in Two Weeks
The Duluth Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Building is now accepting appointments for laser treatments.
Phone Apps Help Manage, Treat Depression and Anxiety
Depression and anxiety affect millions of Americans many of whom don’t have access to therapy or don’t seek treatment.
Medicine Cabinet Clean-Out Day
Locals Offered Way to Legally and Safely Dispose of Pills
Twin Ports residents were given the opportunity Friday to bring unwanted medications for a safe and legal disposal.
Get Younger Looking Skin Without Botox
Botox, fillers, and lasers. They all have one thing in common when it comes to treating your skin: they’re expensive.
80-Year-Old Local Volunteers Offer Wit and Dedication
Pat and Roy Line are quite the pair.
Kicking Your Soda Habit
Doctors say the biggest risk to soda drinkers is the excess calories, but even diet sodas can adversely affect your health.
Public Health Week
It’s public health week in St. Louis County – making it a perfect time to learn more about the many services offered to help keep you and your family safe.
What to Eat When You’re Sick
When you’re under the weather, the last thing you want to do is eat something that’ll make you feel worse.
Blood Centers Seeking Donations
Current Need for Blood Types B and O in Minnesota
Local donation centers in The Northland want to remind people that there is always a need for blood, and encourage people who can to come in and donate.
Robot Helps Children With Autism
1 in 68 U.S. Children Has an Autism Spectrum Disorder
According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in 68 American children has an autism spectrum disorder.
Spike in Lead Poisoning Leads to Bald Eagle Deaths
Non-Leaded Bullets Could Prevent Eagle Deaths
There’s a spike in lead poisoning that’s killing bald eagles.
Doctors: Flu Season Worst in Recent Memory
More than 3,600 Minnesotans Hospitalized for Flu Symptoms
If you didn’t get the flu this year consider yourself lucky.
Utah Doctors May Have Cure for Melanoma
Utah has the highest rate of melanoma cases in the country, but now doctors at a cancer institute in the state believe they may be onto a cure.
Managing Sleep Apnea
18 Million Americans Suffer From Disorder
More than 18 million American adults suffer from sleep apnea and many don’t even realize they have it.
Managing Diabetes With Your Diet
Almost one in ten Americans has a form of diabetes.
Report: Random Drug Testing in Schools Doesn’t Work
Random drug testing in schools may sound like a good way to keep kids off drugs.
Franken Aims to Keep Mentally Ill Out of Prison and Into Treatment
New Bill Will Improve Police Crisis Intervention Training
St. Louis County Police say forty-three percent of inmates booked at the jail has a mental illness.
Students at College in Cloquet ‘Kick Butts’
American Lung Association Offers Help on Quitting
In a continuation of national ‘Kick Butts Day’ – the American Lung Association paid a visit to a college campus in Cloquet Monday.
Drug Use on the Rise in Spooner
Drug crimes are a trend that is on the rise according to Spooner Police.
Norhlanders Show Support for Veterans
People all over the country and right here in the Northland gathered to bring more awareness to the thousands of veterans suffering from ptsd.
