New Hotel Proposed for Park Point
The Island Inn and Suites is proposing to build a hotel on 1000 Minnesota Avenue.
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Proposed Housing Project in Vacant Duluth Building
“It will be a good thing for the community,” Duluth director of planning Keith Hamre said.
Scholastica Welcomes New Students
An area university welcomed students starting a new chapter in their life.
Allergies Sending More Northlanders to Emergency Room
Some local hospitals have been seeing an uptick in sinus and allergy-related visits.
Ojibwe Language Immersion Program Begins 2nd Year
Lowell Elementary Adds New 1st Grade Cultural Classroom to Duluth School District
As kids are heading back to the books, Lowell Elementary School is getting ready to begin the second year of its language immersion program, the only program of its kind in the Northland.
Minnesota Power Holds Volunteer Day
Employees Stuffed Packages for Local Non-Profits
Around 75 employees packed for products CHUM, Lifehouse, Just Kids Dental, and the YWCA’s Girl Power program.
FEMA May Ask for Return of Funds
Inspector General: Duluth Didn't Meet Federal Requirements
FEMA has 90 days from August 24th, to make an official decision on whether to ask Duluth to return any portion of the $1.78 million in question.
Mayor’s Reception Kicks Off Pride Weekend
Festival, Parade Just A Few Entertainment Options
The 2015 Duluth-Superior Pride Weekend has officially begun with the Mayor’s Reception.
Northland Families Participate in ‘Thank a Cop’ Event
Northland families took time to thank the men and women in blue.
Superior Will Host a Brand New Race
AMSOIL Powerboat Championship Set for September 19
For the first time, the city will host the AMSOIL Powerboat Championship.
Duluth Ranks No. 3 As Least-Stressed City In America
SmartAsset.com has ranked Duluth as one of the top three least-stressed cities in all of the United States.
185Chocolat to Open Shop in Holiday Center
A gourmet chocolate shop is making its way to downtown Duluth.
Missing Eveleth Man Identified as House Explosion Victim
St. Louis County authorities have linked a body discovered in a house explosion to a missing Eveleth man.
Judge Lets Brady Play, Ruling Against NFL in ‘Deflategate’
Brady Can Suit up for Season Opener
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady can suit up for his team’s season opener after a judge erased his four-game suspension for “Deflategate.”
High Court Hears Appeal of Little Falls Man Who Killed Teens
Minnesota Supreme Court to Hear Appeal of Man Who Killed Teens
The Minnesota Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the appeal of a Little Falls man convicted of killing two teenagers who broke into his home.
Kounty Quarthouse For Sale
Owner of Popular Wisconsin Restaurant Looks For Next Culinary Adventure
The owner of the Kounty Quarthouse tells FOX 21 she’s making sure to leave her business in good hands.
CSS Cheerleaders Host Car Wash Fundraiser
Raise Money For Team Training Camp Trip
Wednesday, CSS cheerleaders were out at the Miller Hill Mall washing cars as they raised funds for their squad.
Woman Charged In Two Twin Ports-Area Robberies
Lanaya Thiel, 44, also known with a last name of Wickham, is facing two charges of second-degree aggravated robbery of the Kwik Trip in West Duluth and the Holiday gas station on Skyline Parkway in Proctor.
Study: WITC 16th Best Community College in Nation
Number One Community College in Wisconsin
A study done by Wallet Hub placed WITC as the number one community college in Wisconsin and the 16th best in the nation!
Four Suspects Charged In Prostitution Bust
Duluth police say they’ve busted three men and one woman for prostitution.
Sky Harbor Airport Receives $111,285 Grant
Electronic Entrance Gate Will Improve Maintenance, Safety at Airport
Wednesday, leaders with the Sky Harbor Airport in Duluth received a grant for a maintenance project that has been on their to–do list for the past five years.
Public Meeting to Discuss Connecting Lakewalk
Residents Ask Questions, Voice Concerns About Proposed Pedestrian-Only Trail
Wednesday night, new and passionate discussions unfolded to make the Lakewalk truly one link.
Report: Wisconsin Police Officers Chasing More Suspects
An analysis of state records shows that high-speed police chases and injuries are becoming more common in Wisconsin.
Feds Recommend FEMA Recover $1.5M in Duluth Flood Money
The Office of Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security made that recommendation in a report last month.
Big Cats Relocated to Pine County
Three Tigers and Black Leopard Moved to Wildcat Sanctuary
The Wildcat Sanctuary executive director Tammy Thies said the sanctuary is grateful the owner decided to “do the right thing” and give the animals to an accredited big cat facility.
Upper Lakes Foods Makes Commitment to Second Harvest
Hunger Action Month is Underway
The start of September means the kick off of Hunger Action Month.
Low Gas Prices at the Pump in Aurora
Gas Prices Lower on Iron Range
Iron Range drivers are also enjoying the low gas prices.
Aurora Highway Dedicated to Fallen Deputy Sheriff
Fallen Deputy Sheriff Honored in St. Louis County
At only 50-years-old, deputy sheriff Bradley Anderson died in an accident while responding to an emergency call, leaving behind a wife and two sons.
Essentia Expanding Telemedicine Services
Telemedicine Services Expand on Iron Range
A new grant is helping Essentia Health deliver a special service to patients in rural areas.
Lawmakers Deny Allegations of ‘Making Out’ at Eagan Park
MN Lawmakers Accuse Sheriff's Deputy of Making Up Make Out Story
Two Minnesota lawmakers cited for allegedly “making out” at an Eagan park last week are accusing a sheriff’s deputy of making up the story.
Bills targeting Planned Parenthood Funding up for Hearing
A Republican bill to block federal money from going to Planned Parenthood in Wisconsin is up for a public hearing.
Regulators Concede Some PolyMet Mine Water Might Reach BWCA
Federal and state regulators have conceded the possibility that some potentially polluted water from the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine could flow toward the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Businesses Relieved NorShor Deal Is Almost Complete
Downtown Duluth businesses are feeling relieved and excited now that the final funding is in place for the NorShor Theatre.
City Leaders and Duluthians Discuss Impact of Vacation Rentals
Duluth Leaders Discuss Impact of Vacation Rentals
Vacation rentals have been a hot topic in Duluth in recent months.
Superior Family Hits, Rescues Bald Eagle
Animal Recovering at Raptor Center
A bald eagle has a brave mother and son from Superior to thank for saving its life.
Make-A-Wish Grants Hermantown Boy Trip of A Lifetime
14-Year-Old Boy Returns From Trip to Great Barrier Reef
Tuesday night a Hermantown boy and his family shared memories from their trip of a lifetime.
‘One Book Northland’ Project Reveals 4 Finalists
Promoting Literacy, Encouraging Community to Come Together
Tuesday night, the Duluth Public Library unveiled the four finalists for the 2016 ‘One Book Northland’ project.
Great Outdoors: Fly Fishing
Northwoods Adventures Fly Fishing
In this week’s Great Outdoors we showcase a sport that is known for its finesse. If you’re looking for another way to enjoy nature head to Northwoods Adventures Fly Fishing in Duluth for a lesson.
Housing Plans for Old Morgan Park High School
Hundreds Meet As Housing Plans Are Revealed in Morgan Park Neighborhood
Right now a $21 million plan hopes to bring new housing options to Duluth’s Morgan Park neighborhood.
Watch for School Buses, We all Need to Play it Safe
Bus Safety Goes Beyond the Students and Drivers
Going back to school doesn’t just affect teachers and students. For motorists it’s just as important to remember to play it safe around buses, to lessen the chance of a dangerous accident.
Free Spuds
Ruby's Pantry Gives 2,000 Free Potatoes
Ruby’s Pantry–Coppertop provided free potatoes to anyone who stopped by the Coppertop Church parking lot.
Superior Holds First Day of School
Students and Parents Meet Teachers and Faculty
Students and their parents got to meet their new teachers and faculty on an appointment basis.
Superior Residents to Vote on School Funding
Referendum Vote April 5th
The school district says the money will provide secure entrances for all Superior schools, new class areas at superior high school, and an entirely new Cooper Elementary School.
Duluth Man Sentenced for Home Invasion
Man Sentenced for Rice Lake Home Invasion
One of the men involved in an armed home invasion in Rice Lake Township has been sentenced.
Police Search for Missing Eveleth Man
Police are asking for your help in locating an Eveleth man.
Norshor Theater Presentation, Fees and Renovation Ideas
Duluthian's Property Taxes Would Remain Unaffected
The Committee Of the Whole reviewed a major proposal to renovate the NorShor Theater on Monday.
Group Rallies in Favor of Bike Lanes
Prior to Monday’s City Council a group rallied in favor of bike lanes.
Focus on Health: Breast Cancer Acupuncture
Dealing with cancer treatment can take a lot of a patient. Now, there’s a non-traditional way to help make it a bit more manageable.
Saving Lives Never Looked so Good
Red Cross Campaign Kicks off September 1st
The newest American Red Cross Campaign kicks off Tuesday.
LSC Foundation Hosts Golf Tournament
More than 100 golfers converged on Ridgeview Country Club to help support a local college.
