Committee to Consider New State Trooper Contract
Meeting to be Held Tuesday
The legislative committee that deals with state workers’ contracts is set to consider another new deal for state troopers.
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KYN: A One Stop Shop on the Iron Range
Toner Planet & Silver Birch Gift Shop
We’re taking a detour from talking about food in this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors; instead we take you to a one stop shop in Hibbing.
Comment Period Begins Surrounding Hwy 53 Project
Relocation Project Between Virginia and Eveleth
A major project on the Iron Range is one step closer to becoming reality and the state is asking for your input.
Statewide Homelessness Declines, Increases in St. Louis Co.
Growing Homeless Population for Singles
A new study shows the number of people who are homeless is decreasing in Minnesota, but when considering other factors Northland officials said the numbers here are higher
Courage Kenny Northland Offers Adaptive Cycling
Sports Programs Aim to Get Everyone Outdoors and Active
The feel of the wind through your hair and the helpful hand of a volunteer are just some things you may experience at Courage Kenny Northland – all the while being surrounded by people who believe in your abilities.
Recent Rainfall Helps Struggling Island Lake Water Levels
Water Levels See Improvement, Still Remain Below Average
Anglers are urged to take caution and ride slowly while out boating on Island Lake.
Duluth Church Hosts Vigil for Charleston Church Shooting
A Chance to Remember, Mourn, and Learn
Monday night, a Duluth church offered itself as a sanctuary to help people try to understand what happened and what needs to be done to move forward.
Camp Invention Teaches S.T.E.M to Youngsters
Marshall School Hosting Science and Engineering Camp
Marshall School in Duluth is hosting Camp Invention this week. The week-long camp is being is dedicated to teaching students skills in the STEM fields.
11th Annual Rhubarb Fest Seeking Volunteers
Fundraising Event has Volunteer Opportunities All Week
The Rhubarb Festival is CHUM Duluth’s largest fundraising event of the year and offers volunteer opportunities all week and on Saturday.
Grandma’s Marathon Already Prepping for 2016
Prep for 40th Marathon Began Less than 24 Hours After 39th Ended
The last runners of 2015 crossed the finish line after noon on Saturday, but Grandma’s Marathon organizers were back to work by 7 a.m. Sunday.
Invasive Plant Found in Carlton Co. Lake
An invasive plant has spread to a lake in northeastern Minnesota.
Changes Coming to Downtown Duluth Streets
Familiar Brick Surfaces Could Become Thing of the Past
A plan to revamp utilities and the downtown streetscape could spell the end for brick streets.
Duluth Man Sentenced for Armed Robbery in Superior
Man Sentenced for Robbery at Champions Lounge
A 44–year–old Duluth man now has his sentence for holding up a business in Superior
Duluthian Named Assistant Conductor of Macbeth in Bulgaria
Duluth Native Named Assistant Conductor of Production in Bulgaria
It’s a dream come true for a musically inclined Duluthian. Executive Director of the Three Bridges International Chamber Music Festival, Samuel Martin, is heading overseas.
Buyers Line Up For Growlers During Grandma’s Weekend
Canal Park Brewery Saw Spike in Beer Sales
After a weekend full of tourists and marathoners, Canal Park Brewery saw a high number of eager customers coming through their doors.
“Slide the City” Brings 1,000 Foot Slide to Duluth
"Operation Warm" to Host Unique Event
Duluthians won’t need a water fountain or air conditioning to stay cool on July 25th. Instead, they’ll have a chance to splash down a 1,000 foot water slide! It’s called ‘Slide the City.’
Community Members in Duluth Gather for AME Vigil in Prayer
Community Honors Charleston Victims
Monday afternoon, hundreds of people filled St. Mark’s AME Church to remember the 9 victims who were shot and killed in a Charleston Church.
Walker Supports Taking Confederate Flag Down
Gov. Scott Walker says he supports South Carolina’s governor’s call to remove the Confederate flag from the grounds of that state’s capitol.
One Person Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Ashland County
Oregon Man Killed in Ashland County Crash
On June 21, 2015 at approximately 7:30 a.m. the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a motor vehicle crash that occurred on US Highway 2 just east of Goslin Road in the Township of Sanborn.
Police: Ex-MLB Player Hamilton Killed in Murder-Suicide
Former Brewers Player Hamilton Killed in Murder-Suicide
Authorities say former Major League Baseball player Darryl Hamilton has been killed in a murder-suicide at a suburban Houston home.
Tree Down in Duluth Neighborhood After Storms
Tree Narrowly Misses Power Lines
Some early morning storms that rumbled through the Twin Ports ended up being strong enough to cause a little damage.
U.S. – Flag Lakers Have Best May in 7 Years
Best May for U.S. - Flag Lakers in Seven Years
U.S.-flag Great Lakes freighters (lakers) moved 10.8 million tons of dry-bulk cargo in May, their highest total for that month since 2008.
General Mills to Drop Artificial Ingredients from Cereals
90 Percent will have No Artificial Ingredients by End of 2016
General Mills is dropping artificial colors and flavors from its cereals, the latest company to respond to a growing desire for food made with ingredients people see as natural.
Virginia Hosts 39th Annual Land of the Loon Festival
Ethnicity Celebrated on the Range
The 39th annual Land of the Loon Ethnic Arts and Crafts Festival took place in Virginia over the weekend.
Grandma’s Cleanup Begins
Effort Should Be Over Tuesday
With the marathon over, cleanup will take three days.
Skateboarders Unite in Superior
Wheels and boards took over the Superior Skate Park Sunday.
Local Event Combines Cars, Dads and Fundraising
The 15th annual All Ford-Powered Father’s Day Car Show kicked off this weekend but it was not all about the cars.
Will Starks Remembered on Father’s Day
Basketball Coach and Father Figure to Many Passed Away This Week
Will Starks may have been known as a basketball coach, but to many he was so much more.“My dad was more than a coach, first of all he was a dad,” said Will’s son Dyami Starks. “He was a dad, not just to me but he was a dad to this whole city.”
Small dairy farms struggle to survive in Wisconsin
Dropped below 10,000 dairy farms
Small dairy farms are struggling in Wisconsin, but supporters are hoping for a comeback.
St. Paul airman’s remains come home after 46 years
Aircraft plunged into a Laotian jungle while at war
The remains of a St. Paul airman have been returned to Minnesota 46 years after his aircraft plunged into a Laotian jungle while at war.
Energy runs high at Grandma’s Marathon finish line
It is official, the 39th annual Grandma’s Marathon is in the book for 2015.
NAACP Commemorates End of Slavery
Celebrating African American Heritage
More than one hundred community members gathered at the Central Hillside Community Center to celebrate Independence Day for African Americans.
Extra Security for Grandma’s Marathon
This weekend the Duluth Police Department has all hands on deck to make sure everyone is safe at one of Duluth’s biggest events.
Grandma’s Marathon Creates Economic Impact
Grandma’s marathon also means a lot of economic impact for local businesses.
Thousands Watch Grandma’s Marathoners
Thousands of people were lined up from Two Harbors to Canal Park.
Volunteers Clean up Grandma’s Trash
Hundreds of volunteers were on hand making sure the race went off without a hitch.
Spectators Celebrate Grandma’s Marathon
Fans of All Ages Cheered Runners Saturday
Concerts, tailgates, parties, and impromptu food and beverage stations appeared up and down London Rd., Saturday, as spectators watched and celebrated Grandma’s Marathon.
The sights and sounds of Grandma’s Marathon outside the Fox 21 Studio
Our studio is right on the Grandma’s Marathon course and every year there’s a water station just down the street.
It’s strawberry season in Minnesota; self-pick patches open
It’s strawberry season in Minnesota.
Eden Prairie police officer shoots and wounds motorcyclist
The Hennepin County sheriff’s office is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Eden Prairie.
Grandma’s Marathon Weekend Full of Entertainment
For Runners, Spectators & Volunteers, Duluth Offers Something For Everyone
Grandma’s weekend is primarily about the athletes and runners participating in whatever race it may be. But, this weekend, Duluth offers something for just about everyone.
Medical Volunteers Prep for Marathon
More than 100 Peopl Work Medical Tent
More than 100 medical professionals are volunteering to work the aid stations during Grandma’s Marathon.
Train Brings Runners, Spectators to Race Start Line
North Shore Scenic Railroad Offers Unique Grandma's Marathon Experience
There’s only one way for spectators to catch both the start and the finish of Grandma’s Marathon, and that’s to get on board the North Shore Scenic Railroad.
$12M Expected to be Spent on Father’s Day
Millions Expected to be Spent on Father's Day
Gifts, clothing, electronics and gadgets are topping the list of things dads want this Father’s Day.
Northland Marks 3rd Anniversary of Historic Flood
3 Year Flood Anniversary
Three years ago Friday rain drenched the Northland causing millions of dollars in damage and loss.
App Lets You Find Missing Dogs
Animal Allies Humane Society is the first organization in Minnesota to partner with a free app reuniting dogs with their families.
Whipper Snapper Race For Kids Kicks Off Grandma’s Weekend
Some really young racers already earned their ribbons Friday.
High Roller Bicycle Tour Starts Next Weekend
New Bike Tour to Start from Duluth to Two Harbors
If you love the outdoors and biking, then this is the tour for you! It’s called the High Roller Bicycle Tour.
Runners Carb Load Before the Big Race
Runners Load up on Spaghetti Before Grandma's Marathon Starts
While everyone has their different pre-race traditions, there’s one thing every runner agrees on: Bring on the carbs!
Crews Prepare Grandma’s Starting Line In Two Harbors
It’s beginning to look more like race day at the starting line in Two Harbors.
