Paper Hog, Inc. Buys Duluth Ruling and Binding
103-Year-Old Businesses Closes its Door
A well-known paper company in Duluth has acquired a century old business.
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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.
Farms Not Factories to Hold ‘Stink In’ for Proposed Hog Farm
Public Invited to Get a Whiff of What Proposed Pig Barns Could Smell Like
Wednesday night the heated debate over a proposed hog farm just miles from Lake Superior continues at the Bandshell in Ashland.
Bike MS TRAM Riders Come Full Circle
The Ride Across Minnesota Started and Ended at Same Location for First Time.
Rider’s spent the weekend and Monday riding more than 300 miles around Northern Minnesota to raise money for the battle against Multiple Sclerosis.
Duluth Sees One of Busiest Construction Seasons
More Than 50 Construction Projects Have Roads Closed, Filled With Detours
City officials say Summer 2015 is one of the busiest construction seasons the city has ever seen.
Study Looks at How to Improve Quality of Life
Health Impact Assessment for Lower Lincoln Park
The conditions of where we work and play can have a huge impact on our health.
City Sees $13K in Unpaid Garbage Bills
32 People have not Paid Trash Collection Bills
It’s a trashy problem that’s been going on for more than a decade in Proctor.
Duluth Police Search for Shooting Suspect
Male Victim Shot in the Leg
Duluth police are on the scene of a shooting.
Band is Victorious in Legal Battle With City of Duluth
Judge: Band Does Not Owe City Back Payments
The legal battle between the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and City of Duluth over casino back payments is officially over.
Friends Of Animals Still in Need of Funding
$300,000 Required to Operate Cloquet Shelter
Grants and one time donations have been sufficient to keep the doors open, and even provide a slight operating cushion, but the organization is still concerned about its future.
American Heritage Girls Camp Makes Blankets For Less Fortunate
Girls Character Development Group Ties Fleece Blankets
A group of girls, and a couple brothers, spent Tuesday making blankets for Northlanders in need.
St. Luke’s Providing Oncology Services in Cloquet
Services to be Provided on Tuesdays
Oncology patients who travel north to visit doctor’s at Saint Luke’s now have an alternative.
Virginia Public Schools to Adopt ‘Early Release Wednesday’
Staff at Virginia Public Schools will gain 18 more hours of training.
Virginia Council Adds Properties to Demolition List
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is getting some help from the City of Virginia to demolish old duplexes.
Virginia Fire Department to Add New Peak Response Unit
Nearly a week ago, the Virginia Fire Department got the go ahead for a new peak response unit.
Funding Approved to Combat Invasive Species in St. Louis County
Nearly $1M will be Used to Stop Invasive Species
Nearly $1,000,000 from the State Legislature will be used to help combat aquatic species in St. Louis County.
St. Louis Co. Board Moves Forward with Plans to Help with Airport Renaming Project
Board Takes Next Step to Help with Funding for Oberstar Renaming Project
The St. Louis County Board took steps Tuesday toward honoring a late northern Minnesota lawmaker.
Man Accused in African Lion Death Thought Hunt Was Legal
An avid Minnesota hunter accused of illegally killing a protected lion in Zimbabwe says he believed everything about his trip was legal.
Wisconsin Assembly to Vote on $500 Million Bucks Arena Deal
Legislators Believe Funding will Pass
The Wisconsin state Assembly is scheduled to vote on approving a $500 million financing plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.
Zebra Mussels Found in Lake in Northwestern Minnesota
Zebra Mussels Have Been Found in More than 200 Minnesota Lakes and Rivers
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says it has confirmed the presence of invasive zebra mussels in Big Cormorant Lake in northwestern Minnesota’s Becker County.
Wisconsin Man Drowns on Lake Vermilion Monday Night
Man Apparently Thrown from Boat
A Wisconsin man drowned on Lake Vermilion Monday night.
Small Plane Crash Kills 4 in Western Wisconsin
Authorities are on the scene of a light plane crash in western Wisconsin.
Plans Moving Forward to Improve Memorial Park
$500,000 to Revamp West Duluth Park, Brighten Up St. Louis River Corridor
As plans move forward to brighten up the St. Louis River Corridor, 14 parks will be enhanced including Memorial Park on Grand Avenue in West Duluth.
Heater Rental Services to Open in West Duluth
St. Cloud-Based Business Bringing Second Location to Northland
Heater Rental Services will be moving into a new 10,000 square foot building at West Superior Street and 29th Avenue West.
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’.
Improving Sidewalks, Streets and Health in Cloquet
Complete Streets and Active Transportation
While the City of Cloquet continues to consider ways to generate more foot and bicycle traffic throughout the community, it’s raising some questions whether the positive outweigh the negatives.
Proposal to Change Process to Determine City Councilors’ Pay
Ordinance Introduced to Have Charter Commission Decide City Councilors Fee
Duluth city councilors are currently paid a flat fee of $833 each month for their service as a member of the council. But Monday night, one city councilor is looking to change the way that fee is determined.
Keeping Zoo Animals Cool on Hot Summer Days
How Lake Superior Zoo Helps Cold-Weather Animals Battle Through Heat
If you’ve struggled to beat the heat in the Northland lately, think about how a 900 lb. brown bear at the Lake Superior Zoo must feel!
Ice Cream Shops As Popular As Ever
People Line Up to Beat the Heat
Now that we’ve seen the hottest days so far this year, one thing’s for certain – it’s ice cream season.
Sunscreen Still Important in Northland
Sunscreen Should be Worn During Many Outdoor Activities
Proper use of sunscreen isn’t just about choosing the right Sun Protection Factor (SPF).
Northlanders Keeping Cool Through Dog Days
Temperatures Have Been 10 to 15 Degrees Above Average
Temperatures soared into the 90s over the weekend leaving many Northlanders struggling to keep cool.
Two Charged for Robbing Duluth Man at Knifepoint
Two Charged with Robbing Man and Threatening Him with a Knife
Two people have been arrested and charged in connection to an armed robbery in Duluth.
CHUM Looking for Help to Fill Students’ Backpacks
Adopt a Backpack
CHUM and the Duluth School District are working together to help with children’s back to school list.
CASDA Hosts 4th Annual Golf Scramble Friday
Socks for Survivors
The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse encourages all golfers to tee off to end violence Friday, July 31st.
Suspect in Chicago Killing Heading Home
Martin Extradited Back to Illinois
Twenty year old, Rasheed Martin, will be extradited back to Chicago.
Northland Sees Increased Boating Activity
Boat Landings Fill Up During Humid Week
The dog days of summer have arrived and boat landings are keeping busy.
Man Holds Hostage for 5 Hours in Beltrami County
76-Year-Old Holds Woman Hostage in Liberty Township
On 07/26/2015 at around 0630 a.m. the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a 76-year-old man in Liberty Township requesting assistance with what sounded initially presenting to be a medical.
Minneapolis Homicides on the Rise
First Rise in Three Years
The number of homicides in Minneapolis is on the rise for the first time in three years.
Duluth Church Breaks Ground on New Expansion
“We’re really excited about what God is doing for us here,” said Eastridge Community Church build team co-chair Howard “Jake” Jacobson.
UMD Cheerleaders Car Wash Fundraiser
They get the crowd and bulldogs pumped and Sunday they used their team spirit to raise some much needed funds.
Cyclists Ride for MS Research
Athletes have been biking for the last three days to help out Minnesotans living with Multiple Sclerosis.
UMD Student’s Paddleboard Trip Nearly Complete
A UMD student’s journey to be the first person to stand-up paddleboard across Lake Superior is coming to an end.
Locals Protest Against Large Hog Farm Proposal
It’s been a heated issue for months, a proposed hog farm just miles from Lake Superior is up for debate once more.
City of Duluth wants your input on park enhancements
The City of Duluth wants your input on plans to improve and renovate two popular parks: Memorial Park and Irving Park.
More Minnesotans have health coverage but suits keep rising
The number of Minnesotans who have health insurance is rising but so is the number of state residents struggling to pay their medical bills.
2 men die in plane crash in SE Wisconsin
Authorities in southeast Wisconsin say two men who were on their way to the Experimental Aircraft Association convention in Oshkosh have died in a plane crash.
Tournament Connects Duluth Police with Kids
Duluth Police are always out in the community but this weekend their presence had a different tone.
Organization Spruce’s up Duluth Resident’s Home
A volunteer group, pedaling for more affordable housing brings new life to one locals home.
Event Caters to Craft Beer Lovers
Bayfront Park was the place to be for anyone who loves pale ales, stouts and lagers.
July is Hire a Veteran Month, Job Fair Held Thursday
July is Hire a Veteran Month and this Thursday a special job fair will allow vets to connect with local employers looking to hire.
