YWCA Duluth Hosts ‘Women of Distinction’ Luncheon
Honoring Those That Rise Above
Today was a very special day for empowering women across the Northland.
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WLSSD Expands Yard Waste Hours Through October
Not an Extraordinary Fall, Just Trying to Be More Convenient
As leaves continue to fall from the trees, Northlanders are getting more help to get rid of the bags and bags of yard waste that are piling up.
Milwaukee Officer Who Fatally Shot Man Now Charged with Sexual Assault
An internal investigation has been launched by the department
A Milwaukee police officer who fatally shot a black man in August, sparking several nights of unrest on the city’s north side, has been arrested on a sexual assault charge in an unrelated case.
FEMA Disaster Declaration for 10 Wisconsin Counties
Torrential rains in September led to major road and infrastructure damage
President Barack Obama has declared a federal disaster in 10 western Wisconsin counties hit by torrential rains in September.
November is Peak Month for Deer-Vehicle Crashes
Mating season and reduction in daylight hours increases liklihood of deer encounters
Motorists should watch for deer in November, which is the peak time for deer-vehicle crashes in the state, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
Jury Indicts Thoresen and Greniger in Grand Rapids Beheading Case
Charges increase for the individuals involved in David Haiman's murder
Itasca County Attorney John J. Muhar reports on Thursday, October 20, 2016, an Itasca County Grand Jury indicted Joseph Christen Thoresen, 35, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and Kayleene Danielle Greniger, 22, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota on two counts of Murder in the First Degree and two counts of Murder in the Second Degree.
Vehicle Pursuit on Highway 70 in Sawyer County
Suspect apprehended two days later
On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 around 3:30 p.m., the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office was advised of a Washburn County Deputy who was involved in a vehicle pursuit eastbound on State Highway 70 near Stone Lake, WI. The pursuit would continue into Sawyer County.
Counterfeit Currency Reported in Hibbing
Bills involved include $100 and $50
The Hibbing Police Department has had a number of reports of counterfeit currency.
Governor Dayton Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration
Minnesota has provided $10 million in state funding already for the nine summer storms
Governor Mark Dayton has requested that President Barack Obama declare a major disaster in Minnesota as a result of heavy rainstorms and flooding on September 21 and 22, 2016.
UMD Students Hope to Bring Positivity to Children with Cancer
Love Your Melon Day
UMD students are hoping to bring smiles to the faces of Northland children with cancer.
Enbridge Energy to Layoff 5% of Workforce
Approximately 50 people in the Twin Ports will be laid off
Enbridge confirmed today that company-wide layoffs will be taking place, including the Duluth and Superior region.
Lincoln Park Business Owner: There’s A Growing Drug Problem
Police Chief Mike Tusken Talks Problem Solving, Perspective
A day after the fatal shooting of a man on West Superior Street in Lincoln Park, one longtime business owner nearby told FOX 21 it was time to speak out about what he calls the worst drug problem the area has seen since he started running his business in the area 20 years ago. But Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken told FOX 21 the Lincoln Park business district is seeing a revitalization that isn’t as bad as some may think.
Arson Investigation at Duluth Duplex
Two Families Displaced In Fire
Two families are without a home after their duplex caught fire in what investigators are calling a arson.
Northland Nurses Volunteer in Haiti
Nurses Will Help Treat Cholera Patients
The United Nations says nearly 1.5 million people need help right now in Haiti.Hurricane Matthew killed hundreds, destroyed homes, and knocked out electricity.
Petal It Forward Looks to Spread Happiness
Handed out 800 bouquets to people
While the dreary weather might be getting you down, Engwall’s Florists is looking to cheer you up.
Free Antique Appraisals Every Third Wednesday of the Month
Collectors were able to find out the worth of their items
At the depot, collectors of all kind of things were able to find out just what their worth was today.
Ticks are Continuing to Linger in the Northland
Warmer Fall Temperatures are Allowing Ticks to Latch on Longer
There are nearly 850 species of ticks, some which are capable of transmitting diseases such as Lyme Disease.
Pumpkin Patch Train Beings Tomorrow
Starting Thursday, October 20, Hundreds Will Ride Toward Secret Pumpkin Patch
Starting tomorrow, hundreds will hop aboard the Pumpkin Patch Train at the North Shore Scenic Railroad.
Local Students Address Bullying in Schools
Students Pledge to End Bullying in Their School
One of every four school aged children will be bullied this year. That is upwards of 13 million students.
Officials Celebrate the Miner’s Warehouse Expansion
Miner's Warehouse Expansion is Expected to Bring in More Business
Miners Incorporated held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its newly expanded distribution center facility.
University of Wisconsin-Superior Professor Talks About the Importance of being Politically Involved
Professor Talks About the Importance of being Politically Involved
Local officials at the University of Wisconsin-Superior are responding to this years presidential campaign.
Intersection of Rice Lake Road and Airport Road Re-Opens
Construction was aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving safety
The T-shaped intersection of Rice Lake Road and Airport Road re-opened to traffic today.
Harley Davidson to Lay-Off 5 Percent of Workforce
A measure to cut costs after a decline in profits
Harley-Davidson, Inc. says it expects to lay off about 225 salaried employees by the end of the year to cut costs amid a sluggish U.S. motorcycle market.
Human Remains may be Wisconsin Man Missing for a Decade
Hunters found the remains in northwestern Wisconsin
Authorities believe human remains found by hunters in northwestern Wisconsin might be those of a man who has been missing for more than 10 years.
Second Arrest Made in Killings of Infant and Man in Minneapolis
First individual arrested was 17-year-old Jquan McInnis
Authorities have made a second arrest in the fatal shooting of a baby and a man near a Minneapolis park.
Tribes Object to Ho-Chunk Casino Expansion
Want to expand into a larger casino and hotel east of Wausau
Two Wisconsin Indian tribes have raised concerns about another tribe’s expansion of a once-limited gambling hall into a larger casino and hotel east of Wausau.The Stockbridge-Munsee and Menominee tribes say allowing the expansion of Ho-Chunk Wittenberg goes against the past criteria for growth in gambling that Gov. Scott Walter established and used to block a casino the Menominee sought in Kenosha.The Ho-Chunk and Walker say Wisconsin doesn’t have the authority to intervene in this case because the Ho-Chunk are staying within the letter of a 2003 compact with the state.Stockbridge-Munsee president Shannon Holsey and general counsel Dennis Puzz say they don’t think the Walker administration fully grasps the potential for the expansion to lead to more expansions by the Ho-Chunk and at least two other tribes at casinos that aren’t currently major sites.
Final 2016 Presidential Debate Tonight
Chris Wallace will moderate the 90 minute debate
The final 2016 Presidential Debate between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton will take place tonight at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Disruption of Landline 911 Services
Landline telephone service has been disrupted in the townships of Bennett, Solon Springs, Gordon, and Wascott.
Duluth Curling Club Offers Free Clinic
Learn to Curl for Free at the DECC
For the past two nights the Duluth Curling Club has opened its doors to the public for a “Learn to Curl” clinic.
Duluth in Running for Knight Cities Challenge
The challenge looks for different ideas that improve the community. Knight Cities will award grants across the country for the best ideas.
Duluth is one of twenty-six cities vying for a share of five million dollars in grants.
DRCC Celebrates 50 Years
The organization celebrates the milestone but still needs help
The organization celebrates the milestone but still needs help
Congressman Sean Duffy Visits Newly Opened GOP Center
Congressman Duffy Met With Supporters on Tuesday Morning
Wisconsinites in Superior welcomed Congressman Sean Duffy to town earlier Tuesday.
Ashland Students Take Field Trip To Dakota Pipeline Protest
15 Students Will Camp Two Nights In North Dakota
A controversial, sometimes violent protest site that has made national headlines for the past few months is now the field trip destination for a group of Ashland Middle School and high school students.
Click It or Ticket in Minnesota
Special enforcement of seat belt laws through Oct. 30
Law enforcement agencies across Minnesota are focusing on seat belt law enforcement
Local High School Hosts a Bake Sale for Breast Cancer
A Bake Sale for Breast Cancer
Some students at Harbor City High School organized a bake sale to raise money for breast cancer.
Bluestone Apartments Possibly Expanding in the Future
Community Meeting Held to Discuss Future Bluestone Apartment Complex
Bluestone apartments is looking to, yet again, expand in Duluth.
New Pool of Zika-Positive Mosquitoes in Miami Beach
Insects were collected from a trap on October 5
Officials say a new pool of mosquitoes taken from Miami Beach has tested positive for Zika.
WLSSD Yard Waste Compost Site Expands Hours
For the remainder of October, the site will be open 5 days a week
Western Lake Superior Sanitary District’s (WLSSD) Yard Waste Compost Site will expand its operating hours to 5 days a week for the remainder of October.
Less Than Half of Tested Wisconsin Students Proficient or Advanced
Nearly 383,000 public and school choice students took the new Foward Exam
New results form the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction show less than half of public and private school students taking the new statewide test are proficient or advanced in English language arts, math, and science.
Walker Hints He Won’t Seek a Fourth Term
He is planning to run for a third term in November 2018
Republican Governor Scott Walker is hinting he won’t seek a fourth term.
Prince Estate Still Battling to Name Heirs
A woman and girl purported to be the singer's niece and grandniece
Prince’s siblings say a woman and girl purported to be the singer’s niece and grandniece, have no genetic connection to Prince and should not be named as heirs to his estate.
Debris Drop-Off Site Near Ely to Close October 28
Skala Pit on Highway 21 has been open since August
St. Louis County will be closing its final storm debris drop-off site set up following the destructive July windstorms.
Body of Missing Winona State Student Found
Went missing on October 7
The body of a missing Winona State University freshman has been found.
Clock is Ticking for Voters Who Wish to Pre-Register
Minnesota and Wisconsin voters are reaching the last hours to register to vote
The clock is ticking for Minnesotans and Wisconsinites who still want to pre-register to vote online.
St. Cloud Youth Center Fined for Head Trauma Incidents
Facility managers may have instructed staff to allow head-banging
A St. Cloud youth center has been fined after authorities say three teenagers suffered injuries from “daily and persistent” head-banging.
UW-Superior and CASDA to Host Domestic Violence Discussion
Love and Bruises: Lessons from Domestic and Dating Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and CASDA has been hosting many events throughout the Northland to let folks know about the issue.
Attorneys Now Seeking Separate Trials in Slender Man Attack
Both girls have pleaded not guilty by reason of mental disease
Two girls accused of trying to kill their classmate as a sacrifice to horror character, Slender Man, now want separate trials.
Minnesota Man Arrested in 1991 Slaying of Pennsylvania Woman
Suspect is a 61-year-old male from southwestern Minnesota
Pennsylvania authorities say a Minnesota man has been arrested on charges involving the murder of 76-year-old Pennsylvania woman a quarter-century ago.
Body of Missing Warba Woman Found
She was last seen on Sunday, October 16 in the Warba area
UPDATE: The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office reports that Danette Andrist was found deceased in Aitkin County this afternoon. Foul play is not suspected.
Update: 2 Arrested In Duluth’s First Homicide Of 2016
Man, 47, Was Shot At 2000 Block Of W. Superior St.
As Duluth police continue to investigate the city’s first homicide of 2016, some friends of the victim are speaking out and saying how senseless the killing was between three people who all knew each other.
