Cloquet Celebrating Independence Weekend
Three Days of Festivities Planned
Cloquet’s independence day events started with a carnival, Thursday, and wrap up with fireworks Saturday night.
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Lake Superior Zoo Welcomes Baby Lemur
The Lake Superior Zoo celebrated the birth of a baby lemur Friday.
Last Minute Fireworks Shoppers
Last minute shoppers aren’t just for Christmas and Valentine’s Day.
Keeping Your Pets Safe on Independence Day
Independence Day might be fun for us, but it can be terrifying for our pets.
Millions Traveling for Fourth of July
According to transportation reports, this will be the busiest Fourth of July for travel since 2007.
Camping Supplies Go Fast at Duluth Pack
Duluth Pack is bustling with people going camping for the Fourth of July.
Wisconsin Man Accused of Death Threat Against President Obama
Said He Would "Take Obama Out" If He Got The Chance
A Wisconsin man is being detained in a mental health facility after authorities say he told a security guard he planned to kill President Barack Obama.
Scouts Dedicate Memorial To V.A.
Life Scout Troop 13 hosted a dedication ceremony Thursday at the V.A. clinic in Superior.
Artist Anne Labovitz Takes On Sister Cities Exhibition
Video Interviews, Audio Used To Create Art
There is growing excitement between one of Duluth’s most famous artists – Anne Labovitz – and Duluth’s Sister Cities International.
Ashland Boys Give Back to Community
Sold Lemonade, Sea Shells for Humane Society
Three young entrepreneurs spent their day selling lemonade and sea shells for a good cause.
American Red Cross Thanks Northland Volunteers
The Northland chapter of the American Red Cross is saying thank you to dozens of its volunteers.
Superior Attorney Calls for Change in Civil Lawsuit
The attorney of a Superior woman who has filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Superior and three of its police officers is hoping for change.
Preps Underway for Hoyt Lakes Water Carnival
A committee in Hoyt Lakes has been preparing all year long for an event that draws in thousands of people.
Iron Range Coal Plant Gets Re-purposed
Laskin Energy Center has been operating for more than 60 years.
‘Cookie Temptations’ Opens 2nd Location in Fitger’s
Cookie Shop Opens Second Store in Duluth
Calling all cookie lovers! ‘Cookie Temptations’ is expanding their store into the Fitrger’s complex next to Trailfitters.
Tips For a Fun, Safe Holiday Weekend in the Northland
Officials Send a Warning on 4th of July
Whether you’re in the car, on the boat, or having a BBQ, officials are sending out a warning on the deadliest holiday of the year.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Entering 2016 Presidential Race
Walker Running for President in 2016
Aides to Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker say the Republican is entering the crowded Republican race for president.
Abortions Rise in Minnesota; 1st Increase Since 2006
Report Released Wednesday
Health officials say the number of abortions performed in Minnesota went up last year, the first increase since 2006.
Nolan in for Another Term in Congress
U. S. Rep. Rick Nolan plans to seek another term representing Minnesota’s 8th congressional district next year.
Controversial Duluth Methadone Clinic To Shut Down
Duluth’s controversial methadone clinic is closing its doors for good Sept. 1, according to the Human Services Department.
Grand Ave. Detour Creating Safety Concerns
Homeowners in a Duluth neighborhood are urging drivers to slow down.The concern is on 71st Avenue West.
UMD Swears in Officers
Officers Sworn in at UMD
UMD hosted its swearing in and promotion ceremony for the UMD Police Department officers.
MN Starts Selling Medical Marijuana
Duluth Woman with Brain Tumor Hopes to Get Medical Marijuana
As the clock struck midnight Minnesota’s first cannabis clinic in Minneapolis served its first patients.
Microbeads Officially Banned in Wisconsin
Walker Signed Bill into Law Wednesday
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that bans microbeads, the plastic exfoliant in soap, toothpaste and other personal care products.
Duluth Police Search for Man Involved in Stabbing
Duluth police responded to the area of 59th Avenue West and Raleigh Street Wednesday morning after a report of a fight.
Walker Signs Bill Outlawing Lies About Military Service
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that makes lying about military service a crime.
Walker Signs Emergency Allergy Treatment Bill
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that permits businesses to keep a supply of epinephrine injections to counteract life-threatening allergic reactions.
Events in Bayfield on the 4th of July
Blindfold Dinghy, Fireworks and Sailboat Races
For those looking to get away, the city of Bayfield will have a handful of events for tourists.
Maritime Museum Reconstructs Skiff From 1940’s
Cubby Lebel Skiff Has Special History in Bayfield
To celebrate the history that once defined the town, the Bayfield Maritime Museum is constructing a replica of a historic skiff from the 1940’s.
2014 Minnesota Crime Report Released
New Minnesota Crime Report Released
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) Wednesday released the 2014 Uniform Crime Report.
Update: Boy Recovering After Being Hit by Car
No Charges for Duluth Crash That Left 6-Year-Old Injured
On Tuesday, June 30th, 2015 at 7:14 p.m. Duluth Police responded to the area of Central Entrance and Pecan Avenue on a report of a child being hit by a car.
Duluth Police Ask for Public’s Help with Motorcycle Theft
Duluth Police Ask for Help Finding Motorcycle Theft Suspect
Duluth Police are investigating a theft of a motorcycle that occurred on Monday, June 22nd, 2015 at approximately 4:46 a.m.
New Laws Take Effect in Minnesota
New Laws Start July 1 in Minnesota
A raft of new laws is set to take effect in Minnesota on Wednesday.
US, Cuba to Open Embassies to Restore Ties
Decision Announced Wednesday Morning
The United States and Cuba have agreed to open embassies in their capital cities, a major step in restoring ties after more than 50 years of hostilities.
Political Feud Reopens as Dayton Sets Agency Head Pay
Raises Postponed in February
Gov. Mark Dayton was preparing to announce pay raises for his state agency commissioners as Republicans were warning exorbitant increases would become a campaign issue next year.
Wednesday Ends Long Wait for Medical Marijuana Patients
Some Doctors Still Not on Board
Minnesota is officially in the medical marijuana business.
Duluth’s Unfunded Retiree Liability Reduced By $53M
Bankruptcy was a very real possibility for Duluth 10 years ago, but now the city says it is nowhere near that.
Old Duluth Jail Still Ready For Development
Duluth’s historic St. Louis County Jail, which once looked to partner with the Kozy project for a better chance at tax credits, remains vacant. But the developer behind the building is still committed to filling the space.
Kozy Building Passing 11th Hour For Restoration
Management Hopeful To Get $7 Million In State Tax Credits
It’s been nearly five years since the troubled Kozy building went up in flames in Duluth. And today it remains arguably the biggest eyesore in downtown Duluth. But a businessman behind the restoration project is hoping to finally get the tax credits needed to begin construction.
Historic Nashwauk Buildings in Danger of Coming Down
Multiple Buildings Declared Uninhabitable
A building inspector recently declared four Nashwauk buildings uninhabitable.
6-Year-Old Boy Hit By Car in Duluth
A 6-year-old boy is recovering after he was hit by a car Tuesday.
New Gondola Being Built at Lutsen Mountains
Offers Premier Mountain Resort Experience in the Northlands
Officials at Lutsen Mountains have broken ground on a major project.
Wis. Republicans Reach Deal to End Budget Impasse
Republican legislative leaders have reached a deal on a new state budget.
Pheasants Forever Pledges to Double Donations
Conservation Group Plans to Double Public Donations to Get Kids Outdoors.
The local chapter of Pheasants Forever has pledged to double any donation pledged to the Hartley Nature Center in the last 48 hours of their current campaign.
Developers Withdraw from Central Property Purchase Agreement
Plans for Central Property Fall Through in Duluth
ISD 709 officials announced Tuesday that they have received notification from Harbor Bay Real Estate Advisors that terminates the purchase agreement for the Central High School property.
Asian Pacific Legal Experience in America Exhibit in Duluth
In light of celebrating 250 years of America’s freedom, Northlanders will also have the chance to see the Asian Pacific Legal Experience in America at the Duluth Federal Courthouse.
2015 Northland Fourth of July Festivities
Events Across the Northland for the 4th of July
Here is a list of communities in northern Minnesota, northern Wisconsin, and in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with events happening for the Fourth of July.
Firework Stands Open For the Fourth
Firework Stand Opens in Duluth
Sparks are about to fly and firework stands are popping up in the Northland in preparation for the Fourth of July!
Volunteers Help Navy Veteran Live Independently
Randall Millen Receives Total Home Makeover
Volunteers from Home Depot partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help make a Duluth Veteran’s dream come true.
Smartphone Users Suffer From “Text Neck”
Doctors: "Text Neck" Creating Epidemic
We spend an average of 2-4 hours a day hunched over our smartphones and it’s having a major impact on our muscles and spine. Some of us are developing “text neck,” a condition doctors are calling an epidemic.
