Election Day: A Breakdown of Races in the Northland
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Knowing Your Neighbor: Federico’s Mikes Restaurant
Federico's Mikes Restaurant
Built in the 1950’s Federico’s Mikes Restaurant used to be a drive-in.
Level 3 Sex Offender Wanted by Police
The Minnesota Department of Corrections is searching for a Level 3 sex offender who they say is no longer complying with conditions of his release from prison.
Pedestrian Dies after being Struck by Semi in Pine County
Authorities have identified the person who died after being struck by a semi-truck in Pine County.
Superior Target to Close
The Target store in Superior will close it’s doors at the beginning of the year.
End Of An Era: Accomplishments Of Mayor Don Ness
Mayor Don Ness clearly loves the city of Duluth, and those sentiments are echoed by his nearly 90-percent approval rating by residents.
Zeitgeist’s New Tree Mural Honors Donors
Zeitgeist Center for Arts and Community unveiled a brand-new mural of a tree Monday.
Ness Proclaims Monday ‘Color the World Orange’ Day
Mayor Don Ness declared Monday as Color the World Orange day to raise awareness about what advocates call a poorly understood condition.
Indigenous Leaders Discuss ‘Doctrine of Discovery’
Local indigenous leaders started the conversation about the Doctrine of Discovery and how they say Columbus’ legacy is impacting us today.
Protesters Rally Against Enbridge Pipeline Expansion
Indigenous Communities and Environmental Activists Rally Together
“These pipelines are incredibly detrimental to not only folks that live near the communities, but also to the environment and largely contribute to climate change, which is why we are here today,”
Duluth Mayoral Candidate Urges Voters to Head to Polls
Election day in Duluth is less than 24 hours away.
Salem Baptist Church Rises From the Ashes
After arson Salem Baptist Church looks to the future.
An act of arson has devastated the congregation of one Ashland church but the Salem Baptist Community is already regrouping.
Chipotle Closes 43 Restaurants Amid E-Coli Outbreak
Chipotle has voluntarily closed the doors to 43 of it’s restaurants following an E-Coli outbreak.
Oliver Bridge to Close for Routine Inspection
The Oliver Bridge will close on Wednesday, November 11 for a routine maintenance inspection.
Family of Jacob Wetterling to Speak Tuesday
The parents of Jacob Wetterling will speak publicly Tuesday on the new developments in their son’s disappearance.
Minnesota Power’s Great Northern Transmission Line reaches Major Milestone
The U.S. Department of Energy and the Minnesota Department of Commerce has issued the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Great Northern Transmission Line.
DTA Offering Free Rides on Election Day
The Duluth Transit Authority will be offering free rides for Election day on Tuesday, November 3.
Police: Alcohol a Factor in Chester Creek Death
The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says alcohol was a factor in the death of a man found in Chester Creek over the weekend.
Fond du Lac Band Chairwoman Takes White House Job
Karen Diver, the Chairwoman of the Fond du Lac Band, is stepping down from her position to take a new job at the White House.
Man Turns Himself in After Escaping Police Custody in Washburn
Authorities say a man who escaped custody in Washburn County has turned himself in.
Local Bands Work with Orchestra for New Competition
The DSSO Bridge Sessions
The DSSO Bridge Sessions to take place this weekend.
Drivers Should Expect Traffic Delays on the Blatnik Bridge
Routine Inspection to Cause Delays
The I–535/Blatnik Bridge over the St. Louis River between Minnesota and Wisconsin will undergo a routine bridge inspection from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, November 2 through Friday, November 6 and again Monday and Tuesday, November 9 and 10.
End Of An Era: The Legacy of Mayor Don Ness
October of last year, Mayor Don Ness announced on his social media that he would not be running for third term, and though he’s not sure what he will be doing, he says it most likely won’t be in politics.
Business Shows Support For Superior Police Dept.
“Thank you, officers.” That’s the message prominently displayed on the windows of a business in Superior.
St. Louis County Has Shortage of Foster Parents
County Has Trouble Finding Foster Homes
St Louis County is seeing a severe shortage of people who are willing to be foster parents.
Police Make Arrest in Ashland Church Fire
The flames broke out around 8:30 p.m. at the Salem Baptist Church.
Authorities Identify Body Found in Chester Creek
St. Louis County authorities have identified a body found floating in Chester Creek.
Miller Hill Mall Hosts Mall Wide Trick or Treating
It's the annual Mall-O-Ween Event
The Miller Hill Mall and Northland Party hosted Malloween, a mall wide trick or treating event.
Drugs in the Northland: Overdoses Clog ER
How Emergency Rooms are Tackling the Problem
Area first responders and law enforcement saw a spike in synthetics this summer they told us hadn’t occurred in years.
Body of a UMD Student Found Floating in Creek
Body Found in Chester Creek
A 22-year-old UMD student’s body was found floating in Chester Creek around 1:00p.m. Saturday.
Church Fire in Ashland
Salem Baptist Church
Fire crews in Ashland battled a blaze Saturday evening at Salem Baptist Church.
Drugs in the Northland: Meth
Hear from a Recovering Addict
It’s one of the most addictive drugs Methamphetamine because it imitates the feel good chemicals in the brain. This is Part 2 of a Special Report on Drugs in the Northland.
Opposition to Ranked Choice Voting
Former Councilors Hartman and Stauber
Earlier this week we heard from two politicians in favor or Ranked Choice Voting, the message Friday was very different.
Police Take Part in Narcan Test Program
11 Officers Trained on Narcan
It’s another life-saving method that is being tested by 11 Duluth Police Officers: carrying Narcan.
Oberstar Terminal Dedication
Duluth International Airport
A celebration Friday afternoon honored the late U.S. Representative James Oberstar.
Minnesota Opera Brings Acclaimed Production of The Magic Flute to Duluth
The Magic Flute will be performed for a Halloween matinee.
Minnesota opera is coming to Duluth for a special Halloween performance.
Non-profit Hosts Chili Cook and Job Fair
AICHO hosts chili cook and job fair to raise money for Christmas party.
Non-profit organization AICHO held a chili cook and job fair Friday.
Duluth Police Offer Reward For Information in St. Clair Case
Police offer 1,000 dollars as a reward in St. Clair disappearance.
The Duluth Police Department is trying to get information and answers for a family missing one of their own.
Superior Library Hosts 6th Annual Trick Or Treat
The Theme this year was Alice in Wonderland
Children dressed up in costume for The Superior library’s 6th annual trick or treat event The theme this year was Alice in wonderland, which featured set pieces, props, characters, and of course, plenty of candy.
The Lighthouse at Emily’s Permanently Closes
Volunteers Gather to Help Clean
The community rallied around the owner of an iconic North Shore restaurant closing it’s doors after the owner’s father passed away.
DTA Removing Two Bus Stops in Duluth Heights Neighborhood
The Duluth Transit Authority is removing two bus stops in the Duluth Heights neighborhood that they say are unsafe for passengers.
Medical Examiner: Body Found in Field is Missing Minnesota Woman
The body found in a field in Douglas County, Minnesota on Monday is that of a missing Minnesota teen.
U.S. Troops Headed to Syria
President Obama has authorized the deployment of U.S. troops to Syria to help in the fight against ISIS.
Ely Police Officer Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct
A grand jury has returned an indictment against an Ely Police Officer, charging him with one count of third degree Criminal Sexual Conduct.
Local Group Encourages Civility in the Community
Speak Your Peace
A local group is encouraging civility in the community.
Dinner to Honor Richard I. Bong, Other Northland Military
Major Richard I. Bong Commemorative Dinner
The Douglas County Historical Society is honoring Northland military next weekend.
Police to Announce Reward in Search for Missing Duluth Woman
The Duluth Police Department is set to announce a reward leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the disappearance of Sheila St. Clair.
Drugs in the Northland: Heroin
Overdoses are on the Rise
Not only is drug use becoming more common around this area, it’s also causing more hospital visits. This is part one of a special report on Drugs in the Northland.
Fairlawn Mansion Goes Dark For Halloween
It’s getting dark and creepy at the Fairlawn Mansion in Superior.
Restaurant Staff Seeks Moving Help
Lighthouse at Emily's Needs to be out by Saturday
Staff at a restaurant along the North Shore is asking for volunteers to help move as the business closes for good.
