Extra Patrols to Enforce DWI Law this Weekend
Drunken Driving Arrests Decreasing in Minnesota
Minnesota troopers say more people are arrested for driving drunk on Super Bowl weekend than the subsequent and prior weekends.
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Dayton Proposes More Compensation to Farmers for Wolf Losses
Goal is to Pay all Valid Claims
Now that wolves are back on the endangered list in Minnesota, Gov. Mark Dayton’s budget proposal includes more money to compensate farmers for livestock losses.
Cutest Dog Contest Will Warm Your Heart
The official Beargrease may be over, but it was still in full-swing at the Chris Jensen Rehabilitation Center.
New Domestic Violence Policy Announced
Blueprint For Safety Launch
The City of Duluth joined six criminal justice agencies in the announcement of a new domestic violence policy.
Warrant Issued for Man Charged with Stealing Car & Going Off Skyline Parkway
Police Seek Suspect in Duluth Vehicle Theft
Duluth Police believe they now know who stole a car that went plunging off of Skyline Parkway in November.
Feb. 17 Deadline for Documents in Priest Abuse Case
Deadline Set for Duluth Diocese in Priest Abuse Case
A judge has given the Dioceses of New Ulm and Duluth until Feb. 17 to turn over documents pertaining to alleged clergy sex abuse dating back to 1949.
19 Year Killed Near Floodwood After Hitting Plow
Crash Leaves 1 Dead Near Floodwood
A 19–year–old Brookston man is dead after a crash involving a plow near Floodwood.
Special Report Preview: Young At Heart
In a FOX 21 special report, FOX 21’s Dan Hanger finds out what’s the secret behind living a long life.
Honoring the Men and Women in Blue
Duluth Police Officers Recognized
The men and women who put their lives on the line every day to keep Duluth safe were honored Wednesday afternoon.
Duluth Man Charged with Champs Armed Robbery
Charges Filed in Superior Armed Robbery
A 43 year old Duluth man is now charged with armed robbery for allegedly holding up a Superior business.
Officials Question Free 2-Year College Plan in MN
Officials Question Free 2-Year College in MN
Critics say many of those students already have grants that cover tuition and fees, and that the plan wouldn’t pay for other expenses.
Twin Ports Business Accused of Age Discrimination
Stack Bros. Allegedly Violated Federal Law
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed a discrimination lawsuit against a large heating and plumbing contractor in northern Wisconsin and northern Minnesota.
Permanent Deer Stands on State, County Land in Question
DNR Accepting Public Input
Permanent deer hunting stands could be banned on state and county forest land.
31st Beargrease Sled Dog Race Finishes in Duluth
Beargrease Sled Dog Race Comes to an End for Mushers
The end of Beargrease has arrived and the top two have seen a similar kind of end to this race before, back in 2011 when Ryan Anderson last ran the Beargrease.
UPDATE: Driver Involved in Ashland Bus Crash Identified
45 Students Uninjured
Authorities in northwestern Wisconsin say a car rear-ended a school bus loaded with 45 students, but the children and the bus driver were not hurt.
Bayfield County Residents Protest Against Large Hog Farm Proposal
Demonstrators Worry About Manure Polluting Lake Superior
Lovers of Lake Superior are banding together and saying ‘no’ to a huge hog farm looking to call northern Wisconsin home.
Superior Man Charged with Running Over Woman
Superior Man Charged on 5 Accounts
The man who authorities say intentionally ran over a woman in a Superior alley made his first court appearance Tuesday afternoon.
Duluth Rescue Invention Gets National Attention
Rescue Device To Be Featured On Discovery Channel
A local brother and sister are receiving national attention for inventing a life-saving tool in Duluth.
Northland Celebrates Nat’l Chocolate Cake Day
How Sweet It Is Cakes Bakes Dozens of Pies
It’s National Chocolate Cake Day and some may say this day is better than Christmas morning.
Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Day 3 Update
Race is Neck-and-Neck Late Day 3
The finish line is in sight for mushers and their dogs racing in the 31st John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, as they approach mile 300 of the nearly–400 mile race.
U.S Coast Guard Says Think Twice With Ice
Fluctuating Temperature Cause 6 Ice Rescues
The U.S Coast Guard is continuing to urge the public to use extreme caution when out on all area lakes.
UMD Theater Students Act Out Children’s Book
Students Perform "Go, Dog. Go!" at Library
UMD theater students are brightening up the days of kids around Duluth.
City Brings in Consultants to Assist in Library Decision
Future of Duluth Public Library Up in the Air
The future of the Duluth Public Library remains up in the air.
UPDATE: Man Injured in House Explosion Identified
The Bemidji Fire Department, Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office, and the MinnesotaState Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating the cause of a house explosion on Monday evening in Grant Valley Township.
Dayton Budget Funds Early Learning, Broadband, Tax Relief
Governor Dayton Relases 2015 Budget Proposal
Gov. Mark Dayton has introduced a budget that would expand early-learning programs for Minnesota 4-year-olds, ramp up spending on a broadband build out and provide modest new property tax relief.
BWCA to Begin Accepting Online Reservations Wednesday
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area begins accepting online reservations for the summer season Wednesday.
Rep. Simonson Visits Duluth Head Start Classroom
A Duluth Head Start classroom got a special visit from a state representative Monday.
Lakewalk Task Force Recommends Walking-Only Trail Along Shore
Duluth City Council Hears Task Force Presentation
After months of heated conversations, Duluth’s Lakewalk task force has a recommendation on how to extend it.
School Consolidation Could Save Carlton, Wrenshall $1.5 M A Year
Consultant Unveils Results of Consolidation Study
Two small rival schools are faced with a big decision to combine as one.
Free Tax Preparation Service
Community Action Duluth Offering Free Tax Site to Community
Tuesday, the tax season kicks off, and Community Action Duluth is re–opening it’s free tax site for the 11th year
Day 2 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Update
Beargrease Mid Distance Race Winners and Full Marathon Standings
The mushers of the 31st annual John Beargrease are nearly halfway done, and on Monday, the mid distance race saw its finish.
Superior Police Officers to Wear Body Cameras
Trial Run Expected This Summer
Following controversial killings of unarmed citizens by police, the question rises on how officers can fight crime without sparking controversy.
Super Bowl Prompts Boost in Television Sales
TV Deals Leading Up to the Big Game
We are less than one week away from Super Bowl XLIX, and as the game is the nations most watched event, it’s only fitting the week leading up to Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest weeks for buying TVs.
East Coast Storm Not Affecting Duluth Flights
No Flights Cancelled or Delayed
More than 1,700 flights were cancelled Monday morning on the east coast.
Duluth Pack Adds New Item to Shelves
Local Business Creates Conceal and Carry Purse
In their 134th year of business, Duluth Pack, which prides itself on quality and made in America products that are guaranteed for life, has added a new item to its’ shelves.
Fundraisers Want $2.3M to Upgrade Birkie Trails
Trail Bridge, Permanent Starting Area, Rec Center Proposed
Supporters of North America’s largest cross country ski race want to raise $2.3 million to renovate the trails where it’s held in northern Wisconsin.
Suspect Held Weapon in Most Minnesota Police-Involved Deaths
A new analysis shows Minnesota police who shot and killed suspects faced volatile and varied situations, with those killed often holding a weapon.
Dayton Suggests Tax Hikes to Tackle Transportation Problem in MN
Dayton Introduces Plan to Fix $6B Transportation Problem
Gov. Mark Dayton’s plan for transportation would repair or replace 2,200 miles of state roads and 330 bridges, but would come at a noticeable cost to taxpayers.
Man Arrested for Running Over Woman in Superior
Superior Man Arrested for Hit & Run
A 33-year-old Superior man is in custody for Attempted 2nd Degree Intentional Homicide after running over a 24-year-old Superior woman in the alley behind 1218 Tower Avenue.
Weather Conditions put Damper on Michigan Wildfires in 2014
Officials say weather conditions including a long winter and a wet spring and summer combined to put a damper on wildfires across Michigan in 2014.
Beargrease Brings out Large Crowds
About 2,000 locals and tourists made their way to Two Harbors for pre-race activities and to see the teams take off.
Benefit for Duluth Boy Battling Cancer
7-Year-Old Dexter Ojeda
Community members gathered Sunday, dressed as their favorite superheroes, to help a Duluth boy battling cancer.
Beargrease Marathon Kicks Off
More than 40 Teams Compete
With a starting line in the North Shore due to the lack of snow, the 31st annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon kicked off this weekend.
Early Morning Fire, Structure a Total Loss
Sunday Morning Fire in Duluth
Twenty Duluth Firefighters responded to a garage fire early Sunday morning.
Exhibit Showcases Beargrease Marathon
Photographs of Mushers and Dogs
An exhibit opened up this weekend showcasing the Beargrease from a more artistic point of view.
Park and Rec Asks You to Avoid Skating at Bayfront
If you planned on taking the family ice skating this weekend at Bayfront, you may want to reconsider.
Warm Weather Melts Sculpture
Friday’s warm temperatures are thawing The Lake Superior Project on Barker’s Island.
IPC Race Kicks Off
Hundreds of Athletes Invade Cable
After much anticipation the International Paralympic Skiing World Championship kicked off in Cable, Wisconsin.
Vet Checks for Beargrease Sled Dogs
Hundreds Required to get a Clean Bill of Health
The examinations were probably more extensive than one a pet would get for their annual check–up at the vet clinic.
New Fundraiser Launches For Animal Allies
Animal lovers came together Friday night for the first-ever New Year’s Celebration Social for Animal Allies of Duluth.
