Bong Center Offers Free Admission to Veterans
The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior is giving free admission to veterans in honor of Memorial Day.
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Local Fire Victims Get New Bikes
The Duluth Police Department took Aurora, Caden and their mom Jessica Peterson shopping at Walmart in Hermantown for new bikes.
Locals Protest Against Genetically Modified Food
Inside the Minnesota Power plaza locals took part in the third annual March Against Monsanto for a more sustainable system.
Autopsy: Le Sueur woman drowned in Minnesota River
20-year-old camper drowned
An autopsy confirms a camper from Le Sueur drowned in the Minnesota River in south-central Minnesota.
Chisholm man sentenced for stabbing dog to death
Set to spend 8 months behind bars
A Chisholm man has been sentenced to eight months in jail for stabbing his girlfriend’s dog to death.
Dayton vetoes agriculture-environment and jobs-energy bills
Governor vetoed two major bills
Governor Mark Dayton has vetoed two major budget bills ahead of a Saturday night deadline for final action on bills passed before the legislative session ended late Monday.
Duluth Police Searching For Wanted Person
Duluth police are looking for a wanted felon.
Residents Collaborate on Community Garage Sale
One Man's Trash, Another Man's Treasure
Friday, residents of the Duluth Heights neighborhood held a community garage sale to go out with the old and in with the new.
37 Million Americans Set To Travel This Holiday Weekend
Millions of Americans across the country are gearing up for Memorial Day weekend. While some people are staying home and firing up the barbecue, others are hitting the road. Here’s what to expect if you’re traveling this holiday weekend.
Local Beachgoers Asked to Help Endangered Bird
Every year, about the beginning of May, Piping Plovers fly up from the Gulf Coast of Mexico where they winter and look for wide, sandy beaches to nest on.
Denfeld Students Learn Music Artistry
Denfeld choral students got a lesson in music from a former opera singer.
Many Expected to Fish on Holiday Weekend
Visiting cabins and fishing will be in high demand this weekend.
Busy Weekend for Cemeteries
This will be the busiest weekend of the year for cemeteries.
Food, Sides to Put on Grill for Memorial Day Weekend
Prepping For the Big Feast
It’s hard to believe, but Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer is nearly here. But, before we all happily slip into that summer mode, there is still much to get done! Memorial Day is a big foodie day, and prepping the big feast takes a lot of time.
Hermantown Students Drift to Physics Race on Pike Lake
Students Test Calculations with Cardboard Boat Races
Friday afternoon, Hermantown students flocked to Pike Lake for their boat races. Students built the boats out of nothing more than cardboard, duct tape and paint.
Sven and Ole’s Expands to Sweeden Sweets
Business in Superior Adds Pizza to Menu
No more long car rides to Grand Marais for a taste of Sven and Ole’s pizza. Sweeden Sweets in Superior is now selling their pizzas!
Travel Safely With Pets Memorial Day Weekend
Safety Tips for Traveling Pets
This weekend, millions of people are expected to be on the road and doctors at the Duluth Veterinary Hospital are offering tips to keep your furry friends safe if they are hitting the road with you.
WI Man Pronounced Dead, but then Starts Moving
Man Pronounced Dead, but then Starts Moving
A Milwaukee County medical examiner’s report says a 46-year-old man was pronounced dead after collapsing at his Milwaukee apartment, but then started moving his limbs just as he was about to be taken to the morgue.
Man Who Fled Superior Officers Arrested in Attic
Superior Police Arrest Man Who Fled After Traffic Stop
On May 21, 2015 at about 19:30 Hrs, Narcotics Investigators from Superior PD and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office located a 36-year-old man who was wanted on probable cause for fleeing from a traffic stop on 05/12/15.
Craft & Vendor Show Supports Kids
You’ve got one last chance Friday to enjoy a local craft and vendor show.
Police Chief Responds to Presidential Cuts on Military Gear
Superior Police Chief Nicholas Alexander Speaks Out
Earlier this week, President Barack Obama made cuts to shipments of military equipment to police offices.
Superior Police Department Swears in New Recruits
Two New Recruits Headed to the Academy
The Superior Police Department grew by two new officers Thursday.
‘Duct Tape Tour’ Makes Final Stop in Duluth
Move Minnesota Campaign Focused on Long-Term Transportation Plan
The Move Minnesota campaign made the final stop of its duct tape tour in Duluth Thursday.
Hitting the Water: Boundary Waters Preservation
3-Day Journey into the Boundary Waters
With two main entryways into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, through Ely and Grand Marais, there is no denying the wilderness helps to generate big tourism dollars for nearby communities.
Annual Bike Rodeo Encourages Kids to Get Out & Ride
Children Learn Basic Bike Skills & Safety Tips
Thursday, elementary students in the Hillside neighborhood practiced their basic bike skills at the 2nd annual bike rodeo.
Court Order Filed Against Diocese of Duluth
Asking to Make Public All Documents Regarding Child Sexual Abuse
Attorneys representing a man who says he’s a survivor of clergy abuse, appeared in St. Louis County Court in Duluth.
People See for Themselves Dangers of Texting & Driving
Virtual Driving Simulator Changes Attitudes of Twin Ports Drivers
Injury from head trauma is the leading cause of death for people ages 1 through 44.
Black Beach Open to Public
Beach in Silver Bay Open to Public
More people will now be able to enjoy some of the beautiful beaches along the North Shore in Silver Bay. The land is owned by a mining company but was recently leased to the City allowing for more public access and development.
Dayton Vetoes Public School Budget, Waits on Other Bills
Gov. Mark Dayton has followed through on his promise to veto the Legislature’s budget for public schools.
Campaign Highlights Seniors Struggle with Hunger
Struggle with Hunger Highlighted Among Northland Seniors
As part of May’s Older Americans Month a campaign is underway to shed light on seniors and their struggle with hunger.
Community Cleans up Trashed Homeless Camp
Community Members Cleanup Homeless Camp in Duluth
“It’s kind of dangerous, there’s needles lying around, broken glass,” said Deb Holman with the CHUM Street Outreach Team. “It’s just disgusting you know.”
Survey: People Feel Safer In Downtown Duluth
A recent survey conducted by the Greater Downtown Council provides some positive trends for downtown Duluth.
Find Out What’s Happening at Glensheen this Season
Free Tours, Glensheen Gala 2015 and a New Room!
Today you can take a free tour of Glensheen! Plus, hear about a new room you can see and their upcoming gala.
Construction Zones Expected to Slow Holiday Travel in WI
Construction Zones Will Slow Holiday Travel
State transportation officials say construction zones will still be a hazard during the Memorial Day weekend, even though work is halted during the busy travel period.
Northlanders Raise Money For Nepal Earthquake Victims
Nearly 300 Northlanders came out Wednesday to support victims of the earthquake in Nepal.
Washington Post Praises FOX 21’s Sex Offender Series
The Washington Post, Wednesday, highlighted FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and his three-part series called “Sex Offender Stigma.”
Dealership’s Gun Promotion Creates Backlash
Buy a car and get a lawnmower or handgun for free. It’s a promotion that’s caused quite the uproar for Cloquet Ford Chrysler Center.
House Majority Leader in Duluth to Discuss Bipartisan Budget
Expresses Frustrations with Governor Dayton's Veto of Education Budget
Minnesota lawmakers are getting ready for a special session after Governor Mark Dayton vetoed the education budget.
33.8 Million Airbags Recalled by Japanese Manufacturer
How To Find Out If You Are Being Affected by Takata Recall
The recall of nearly 35–million airbags worldwide has left many drivers worried.
Hitting the Water: Boundary Waters Outfitters
3-Day Journey into the Boundary Waters
The idea of camping sounds appealing when you consider nature, stars and a campfire.
Proposal to Bring Bike Lanes to Pecan Avenue
Plans to Re-stripe Road, Add Transportation Options in Duluth
Pecan Avenue in Duluth is 48–feet gutter to gutter. Right now, it’s a four-lane road with two lanes of traffic in each direction.
Planting Your Garden Before Memorial Day?
Tips for Getting Your Garden Ready Before Memorial Day
You might be on a mission to get your vegetables and flowers in the ground by Memorial Day.
St. Louis Co. Attempts Guinness World Record with Trees
St. Louis County Tries to Set World Record
The longest kiss and largest bubblegum bubble blown are just a few acts that made the Guinness world records.
Nolan Proposes Duluth Airport Runway Reconstruction
Estimated Cost is $20 Million
U.S. Rep Rick Nolan announced he is calling on Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx to support reconstruction of the main runway at the Duluth International Airport.
Organizations Donate Protective Vests to K-9s in MN
Duluth, St. Louis County Receive $1000 Vests
The Duluth Police Department’s K-9s Kobra, Malakai and Oakley are all working in style. The dogs received ballistic vests thanks non profit organizations, Vested Interest and the French Foundation.
Cirrus Aircraft Secures State Funding For Expansion
$4M in State Aid to Help Expansion Project
Cirrus Aircraft can now successfully expand, thanks to the legislature approving $4 million in state aid.
Boating Tips for a Safe Memorial Day Weekend
U.S. Coast Guard Offers Boating Safety Advice for Holiday Weekend
As you hit the lakes, so will the U.S. Coast Guard as this week marks National Safe Boating Week. They are sending out a very important message tot he public before all the chaos begins this Memorial Day weekend.
UPDATE: Human Remains At Gooseberry Falls Ruled Homicide
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the murder of a Minneapolis woman whose remains were found in Gooseberry Falls State Park.
Wisconsin Governor Signs 70 mph Speed Limit Bill
Speed Limit Increase Becomes Law in WI
Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that allows state transportation officials to raise the speed limit to 70 mph on some Wisconsin roads.
Duluth Seed Library Gets Change in State Seed Law
The Duluth Seed Library is back in business the way they fully intended to be when they first started.
