Senator Stops in Northland to Promote Book
"The Senator Next Door"
Senator Amy Klobuchar stopped in Duluth Monday night at Barnes and Noble.
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KYN: Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
On Monday, FOX 21 stopped by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory in Canal Park to get a small taste of what this wonderful local chocolate factory has to offer.
Downtown Bicycle Lanes Spark Debate
Riders and Businesses Disagree on Location
The location of proposed bike lanes in Downtown Duluth is sparking debate between cyclists and business owners.
New Students Inducted into UW-Superior
UWS Celebrates Record Number of New, International Students
New students were officially welcomed to UW-Superior Monday.
Grand Rapids Man Sentenced for Stabbing
Grand Rapids Man Gets Sentence for Stabbing His Brother
A 32-year-old Grand Rapids man has been sentenced for the attempted murder of his brother.
Duluth Police Search for Robbery Suspect
Police Investigate Robbery at Kwik Trip in Duluth
Duluth Police are searching for the person involved in a robbery this weekend.
Iron Range Man Sentenced for Murder
Virginia Man Gets Sentence for Murder
A Virginia man will be spending the next 16.5 years behind bars for beating a man to death during a fight.
Steelworkers Union to Continue Talks After Contract Expires
Negotiations Continue with U.S. Steel & ArcelorMittal
The United Steelworkers union says it plans to continue negotiating with U.S. Steel and ArcelorMittal past Tuesday’s expiration of contracts for 30,000 steelworkers.
Two Year Old Run Over in Driveway Near Iron River
Boy Dies After Being Run Over in Driveway
The Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call at about 4:40 p.m. Saturday afternoon reporting a child had been run over by a vehicle.
Wisconsin Driver Helps Bald Eagle She Struck with SUV
A bald eagle hit by an SUV in Wisconsin is recovering at a University of Minnesota clinic after being helped by the driver who hit it.
Minnesota State Patrol to Step Up ‘Move Over’ Enforcement
The Minnesota State Patrol says it will step up enforcement of the state’s “move over” law, named for a trooper who was struck and killed by a passing vehicle 15 years ago.
Badly Beaten Toddler Removed from Life Support
Child's Organs Donated to Save Others
The parents of a three-year-old boy beaten to death in Pine County say they’ve donated the child’s organs so he can “be a hero in another child’s life.”
House Explodes on Iron Range Monday Morning
Home Does Not Catch Fire
Early Monday morning, a house exploded on the Iron Range.
Dog’s Birthday Party Helps Support Humane Society
3rd Birthday Celebration for "Buddy" the Dog
A Superior business owner celebrated his dog’s birthday with a special twist Sunday.
Lower Chester Park Celebrates 100 Years
Recreational facility became a part of Chester Park in 1915
Dozens of community members enjoyed the beautiful afternoon outdoors Sunday, to celebrate Lower Chester’s centennial.
7th Annual Bubble Festival
Duluth Children's Museum
The 7th annual Bubble Festival drew quite the crowds Sunday.
Superior Man Triathlon Race
More than 400 athletes put their endurance to the test in one of the fastest growing sports.
Hundreds of New Students Move into UWS
“Kind of hard to say goodbye cause this is the farthest away I’ve been from home,” UWS freshmen Ali Manthey said.
General Mills sets ambitious goal for greenhouse gas cuts
28-Percent cuts over the next decade
General Mills says it’s eager to do its part to fight climate change, so it’s setting a goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 28 percent over the next decade from farm to fork to landfill.
Ailing Duluth Corgi Completes Bucket List
“Even after this you guys continue to meet up and bring your dogs out, that would be really awesome,” said Lindsey Asbury, Oscar’s owner.
Shoe Drive for the Homeless Community
The Minnesota Shoe Drive is asking people to donate new or almost new shoes, boots, socks or gift cards.
A Fight for Life, Toddler Needs Heart Transplant
Aria Gram's in Need of Life Saving Transplant
A South Range toddler is in the fight of her life as she awaits a life-saving heart transplant at the Mayo Clinic.
Man throws a rock at police, leads them on a chase
Suspect arrested in Hermantown
A man is in custody after assaulting a police officer and leading authorities on a foot chase Saturday afternoon.
Officers cite 2 men for trying to net fish on Gull Lake
Conservation officers have issued citations to two tribal members who attempted to net fish on Gull Lake in Nisswa on the second day of efforts by activists to assert rights they say they hold under an 1855 treaty.
DNR: Starry stonewort confirmed in Minnesota lakes
Lake Koronis and Mud Lake
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says an invasive pest has been confirmed in Minnesota lakes for the first time.
Hundreds march to Minnesota State Fair protest
Hundreds of protesters are marching in a Black Lives Matter rally outside the Minnesota State Fair.
Fitger’s Brewhouse to Set Up Shop at State Fair
For First Time Ever, Minnesota Allows Beer Sales in Open Market
If you plan on heading to the state fair, there is a local connection to the Northland.
Sacred Heart Music Center Moving Forward
After Truck Plows Through Building, Staff Says Events Will Remain As Planned
Cleaning up and moving forward are what’s on the minds of those at the Sacred Heart Music Center after a pick–up truck plowed through a corner of their building Thursday afternoon, destroying the drum practice room.
Duluth Fire Chief Set to Retire
Chief Bryan Bushey
A veteran of the Duluth Fire Department has announced he will retire Monday, August 31st.He is fairly new to the position of chief, having replaced John Stronigtharm in January.Â
Search Warrant Leads to Five Arrests in Superior
A search warrant Thursday afternoon in Douglas County leads to a five hour man-hunt through the woods and the arrest of five people in the town of Superior.
City: Construction Bids Are Out For NorShor Theatre
All Project Documents Expected To Be Signed In September
The city of Duluth is just days away from a big presentation on the NorShor Theatre’s progress.
Citizen Action of Wisconsin Meets in Duluth
Group Opposes Scott Walker's Proposed Healthcare Changes
The meeting focused on the groups opposition to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker’s, proposed federal healthcare policies.
UMD Students Researching Deadly Disease
Local students are conducting research to help cure a disease that’s known as one of the top five killers in the world.
Local Teachers Prepare for New School Year
“I get excited this time of year,” Denfeld High School math teacher Ed Lewis said.
Level 3 Predatory Offender Relocates in Duluth
54-Year-Old Erik Thorson
The Duluth Police Department would like to notify the public on the release and relocation of Level III Predatory Offender 54 year old, Erik Thorson.
Dayton says Planned Protest Outside Fair ‘Inappropriate’
Gov. Mark Dayton says the group Black Lives Matter has raised valid concerns about vending opportunities at the Minnesota State Fair.
Duluth City Hall Looking Cleaner, Brighter
City Hall is looking a bit cleaner and brighter these days after the stone walls were blasted for cleansing.Â
DTA Gears Up For ‘Grocery Express’
Bus Route Begins September 1
In just a few days, people living in Lincoln and Morgan Park will have better access to fresh food.
Experts: Hog Island Inlet Contaminated, Possible Health Hazard
Ten Years After Clean-Up, Safety Concerns Outweigh Proposal for Disc Golf Course
In 2005, millions of dollars were spent to clean out contaminated sediment from a popular piece of land in Superior. Ten years later, that area known as the Hog Island Inlet, is still being called unsafe and harmful to anybody who steps foot on it.
Minneapolis Building to Get Giant Mural Featuring Bob Dylan
Artists have started work on a giant mural featuring a portrait of Bob Dylan on a building in downtown Minneapolis.
Two Harbors Cafe Recovering from Fire
Judy's Cafe Open Again
The lengthy closure resulted in the loss of some staff forcing the restaurant to reopen under restricted hours and with a limited menu.
Vigilant Guard Moves into Badger State
Response Team Drills in Superior
Military officials say this type of scenario provides responders with realistic training that helps better prepare them, should they ever have to respond to an actual event.
Cloquet Native Bringing Original Restaurant to Hometown
Avenue C to Open in First National Plaza Building
Doug Smith, general manager of Duluth’s Green Mill Restaurant, will be opening the Cloquet original in the town where he grew up.
Spirit Mountain Pipeline Back on Track
Construction Crews Back to Work
Duluth Chief Administive Officer David Montgomery said Thursday, when it was noticed the easments were no longer valid construction was halted until proper permits could be put in place.
Northland Experiences Desperate Need for Substitute Teachers
Nearly 50 percent of schools across the nation struggle with finding substitute teachers.
Health Officials Gather Feedback in Duluth
The Minnesota Department of Human Services made a stop in Duluth Thursday to gain some insight.
UWS Named 25th Safest Campus
UWS has received recognition for a lot of things and recently it was for its safety efforts.
Truck Plows Through Sacred Heart Music Center
A Duluth Man was injured after he drove through a church Thursday.
DNR Unveils Changes Aimed at Mending Mille Lacs Relations
Minnesota’s wildlife officials are making sweeping changes at Mille Lacs Lake to restore trust with locals after shutting down the lake’s walleye fishing season.
Eric Johnson Announces Candidacy for MN House
Eric Johnson of International Falls says he brings years of experience to the table from owning and operating Voyageurs Outfitters Inc.
