Thousands Celebrate 32nd Annual National Night Out
Uniting Neighbors, Local Law Enforcement to Help Prevent Crime
Tuesday night, neighbors in more than 16,000 communities nationwide celebrated the 32nd Annual National Night Out.
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More Than 380 in U.S. Sickened by Cilantro-Linked Infection
Cilantro Traced From Mexico in Texas, Wisconsin Cases
Two U.S. agencies say more than 380 people in 26 states have been diagnosed with a stomach illness tied to Mexican cilantro contaminated by human waste.
Lawmakers Search for Answers in Mille Lacs Walleye Decline
Lawmakers are studying the fallout of the declining walleye population on Mille Lacs Lake.
Early End To Walleye Season Hurts Mille Lacs Businesses
Area Economy Built on Fishing
Fisherman flocking to the lake helped spawn a resort community and economy, based on the strength of the walleye harvest.
7 West Taphouse in Superior to Open Before Thanksgiving
7 West Taphouse in Superior will open its doors late this fall.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Plans Job Cuts
The state’s largest insurer said Tuesday the losses will come in information technology.
Blues Music to Fill Bayfront Festival Park This Weekend
27th Annual Blues Fest
The 27th Annnual Bayfront Blues Festival is coming to town.
‘Stuff the Bus’ With School Supplies in Superior
United Way Asking for School Supplies
Now through August 17, the Head of Lakes United Way is asking for school supplies for students in the Superior School District.
Red Cross Faces Blood Shortage
Officials Asking For Universal Blood Types
The American Red Cross is asking for a helping hand in the face of a blood shortage.
St. Louis Co. Board Approves $30K to Rename Airport Terminal
Renaming Would Honor Late Congressman Jim Oberstar
St. Louis County Commissioners gave unanimous approval today to allocate $30,000 toward the renaming of the new Duluth International Airport terminal in honor of Jim Oberstar.
Lakeside Liquor Sales Debate May Go to Voters
City Councilors to Vote Thursday
The historic ‘dry law’ in the Lakeside and Lester Park Neighborhoods may go to voters this November.
Sclavi’s Restaurant Sees Uptick in Business
Owner Feared He Would Have to Close
An Italian restaurant on the verge of closing is reportedly doing much better.
Dayton Plans Mining Plant Tour Before PolyMet Decision
Gov. Mark Dayton says he intends to visit up to four mining operations after Labor Day as he weighs how his administration will proceed with the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota.
Teen Arrested Following Western Wisconsin Crime Spree
Nearly 15-Hour Search for Armed 14-Year-Old Ends in Minnesota
A nearly 15-hour search for an armed 14-year-old boy wanted in Wisconsin has come to an end in eastern Minnesota.
St. Luke’s to Host Open House for Major Expansion
St. Luke's Doubles Size of Surgical Center
St. Luke’s is doubling the size of their surgical center. Find out the details.
Hundreds of Clergy Abuse Claims Filed in Twin Cities
400 Claims Filed by Monday
Hundreds of claims have been filed alleging clergy abuse as the court deadline comes to a close in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis bankruptcy case.
Citizen Survey Numbers Show Duluth Trending Upwards
City Digests, Interprets 2015 National Citizen Survey Data
In an effort to let the people influence important city decisions, Duluth has turned to a scientific survey for citizen feedback.
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.
Sinkhole Forms Outside Duluth’s Main Post Office
Post Office Open to Customers, Repairs to Last 4 to 5 Days
Monday night, a leaking water line is being blamed for a giant sinkhole in Duluth.
Duluth Airport Faring Well by Comparison
Duluth International Seeing Some
For years, Delta Airlines has suspended direct flights between Duluth and Detroit during the winter months.
New Hotel Under Construction in Hermantown
Holiday Inn Express to be Located Next to Econolodge
The 80 room hotel will include 24 suites.
EPA Clean Power Plan Met With Celebration and Resentment
Several States Planning Lawsuit Against Federal Government
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Historic Superior Junkyard May Close for Good
Twin Ports Auto Parts, the only junkyard left in Superior, has been open for decades. For more than a year, the owner has tried to sell the business.
Improvements Start for Wisconsin Point Road
Construction Crews Start to Replace Potholes
A project to repair the bumps and potholes on Wisconsin Point Road is in the works.
Ammunition Alerts Hibbing Residents of House Fire
Officials: Home Did Not Have Working Smoke Alarms
The Hibbing Fire Department arrived at 3277 Swinnerton Road at 3:13 a.m. Monday to the house up in flames.
Superior Sex Offender to be Released Tuesday
A sex offender is set to be released into the community Tuesday, August 4.
Superior Police Make Arrest Following Mattress Fire
One person is in custody after a fire at an apartment building.
Father Pleads Guilty to Killing 10-Year-Old Son
Pierre Collins Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison
In pleading guilty to second-degree intentional murder, the 33-year-old stated: “I killed my son.”
Community to Celebrate National Night Out
Event Aims to Develop Police-Community Relationships
We tell you about an event bringing police and the community together.
Dayton Appoints Tony Sertich to Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority
Sertich has been appointed to fill the vacancy created by the recent resignation of MSFA member Duane Benson.
Shipping Lock at Sault Ste. Marie Closed for Repairs
Officials say one of the navigational locks at Sault Ste. Marie is being shut down because of mechanical problems.
Iron County Officials Anticipate New Developer for Mine
Iron County officials say other developers with better qualifications than Gogebic Taconite are interested in mining ore in the Penokee Hills.
Dayton to Return to Mille Lacs After ‘Dark Day’ for Walleye
DNR: Walleye Fishing Ends 10 p.m. Monday on Mille Lacs
The DNR has announced that walleye fishing there will end at 10 p.m. Monday.
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.
Thomas the Tank Engine is Back!
A famous tank engine has returned to the Northland.
Canoeing to End Bullying
A local organization using a canoe to call attention to bullying is making headway.
U.S. Air Force Showcases Supercar
A supercar that travels around the country made a stop in Duluth Sunday.
Animal Adoption Event and Fundraiser
A local foundation kicked off an event Sunday to help find nearly a dozen cats and dogs a new home along with honor the memory local animal advocate.
Tall Timber Days
Grand Rapids Festival Draws in Thousands
The Grand Rapids festival included concerts, two parades, and lumberjack shows.
Pet Parade a Hidden Gem
Grand Rapids Dogs Strut Their Stuff
Approximately 6,000 people lined the streets of Grand Rapids for the Annual Tall Timber Days Parade.
Construction Projects May Impact Your Monday Commute
Lester River and I-35 Projects
Some construction projects to tell you about that may impact your commute.
A Motorcyclist Hit a Cow in Deadly Crash
A 51-year-old man struck a cow while riding his motorcycle early Sunday morning.
Fatal Single Vehicle Crash in St. Louis County
Fatal Crash in Fredenberg Township
A woman is killed in a single vehicle crash late Saturday night.
With new law, state starts to tally untested rape kits
Minnesota law enforcement agencies are starting to count how many untested rape kits they have as state officials aim to tackle a backlog. In Duluth, 565 kits have gone untested since 1995.
Man dies after being trapped under flipped pontoon
A Minnesota man is dead after he was trapped under a pontoon when it flipped over.
WI Legislator proposes exotic animal ban
A Republican state senator wants to ban exotic pets in Wisconsin as Milwaukee officials struggle to capture a lion-like animal roaming the city’s streets.
A month in, medical marijuana yields mixed results
Minnesota’s first month of legal medical marijuana sales has stories of success, disappointment and everything in between.
Mom charged for driving away with daughter clinging to car
Mom more than triple the legal alcohol limit
A Minnesota woman has been charged with drunken driving after allegedly driving away while her 8-year-old daughter clung to the outside of the car.
Blackbirds and Blueberries
Cloquet Berry Farm Opens For Season
Berry farm will be open as blueberries ripen.
