DULUTH, Minn. — The Salvation Army and Bentlyville teamed up again to shine some bright and colorful lights on the Red Kettle Karnival fundraiser. The free family-friendly event brought people from across the region together in the spirit of giving back to the community. The festival offered a chance to walk inside Bentleyville’s 128-foot LED tree in exchange for a…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Hermantown Elementary School hosted a grand opening for its new playground. The school began working on it last fall after reports that the play area showed years of wear and tear that had made it unsafe. The fresh start is intended to ensure the playground remains a safe and enjoyable space for students. School officials say the…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — A Whistleblower Lawsuit has been filed against the Hermantown School District on behalf of a former employee of the schools. According to the lawsuit which was filed on Nov. 2, Emily Bellamy, a former speech-language pathologist at the schools, was retaliated against by the district after she reported to the district that Individualized Education Program services for…
DULUTH, Minn.– A fraternity chapter UMD has spent nearly a decade raising an impressive amount of money for St. Jude Research Hospital. Over the past eight years, the Tau Kappa Epsilon UMD Duluth chapter has kept busy with fundraising for the organization. Each yearly campaign involves collecting donations from friends, families, and local businesses. The first year they began, the…
Ryan Haroldson SUPERIOR, Wis. – The School District of Superior will welcome Ryan Haroldson as the next Superior High School Principal effective January 1st, 2026. Kate Tesch has been Interim Principal since the start of the new calendar year. Tesch will resume her full-time duties as Director of Continuous Improvement and Assessment for the school disrrict. Haroldson joined the school district in…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — UW-Superior held a first time event on Wednesday, introducing young students to the education field. The “I Heart Education Day” was an event for high students who want to be future teachers. The event featured interactive workshops led by Yellowjacket faculty and students. The goal was to expose students to various career options in education. Students also…
Travellers line up for security screening at Orlando International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday that it will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown. The reduction stands to impact thousands of flights nationwide….
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — A lawsuit has been filed by two groups challenging the environmental review of the Hermantown data center project. The lawsuit is being filed by the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy( MCEA) and Stop the Hermantown Data Center (SHDC). The groups say that the environmental review lacked analysis and should have shed light on what was being proposed…
FILE – Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks during a news conference in Minneapolis City Hall, Aug. 28, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minneapolis Democratic Mayor Jacob Frey defeated democratic socialist Omar Fateh and 13 other challengers Wednesday during the final round of counting in the city’s ranked-choice voting election. Frey, who secured a third term,…
UPDATE: According to a DPD spokesperson, upon further investigation into the incident, it appears the woamstabbed herself. The woman is being placed on hold at a local hospital. DULUTH, Minn. — One woman was injured after a stabbing in Duluth. According to officials, on Wednesday at around 5:26 a.m., police responded to the area of Incline Station Bowling Center to…
Deer River Schools Logo DEER RIVER, Min. – 30 votes separated LuAnn Robinson and Richard Fieldsend in the special election for Deer River (ISD #317) School Board. LuAnn Robinson finished with 450 vote besting Richard Fieldsend’s 420 votes. There were 17 write-in votes. Categories: Education, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Political
Deer River Schools Logo ITASCA COUNTY, Min. – Voters in the Deer River School District (ISD #317) rejected two tax increases. Question #1 failed with a 63% to 37% margin. Question #1 asked, “The school board of Independent School District No. 317 (Deer River Schools) has proposed a capital project levy authorization of 3.945% times the net tax capacity of…
Hibbing Public Schools (ISD 701) Logo HIBBING, Min. – Voters in the Hibbing School District (ISD #701) in about a 2-to-1 margin said no to new spending for schools in two ballot measures. In question #1, voters said no with a 65% to 35% margin. Question #1 asked for a property tax increase, “The school board of Independent School District…
Amber Sadowski DULUTH, Min. – Incumbents won in all three of the Duluth School Board (ISD 709) races. The two at large seats saw incumbents both pass the one third votes totals in the four person race. Amber Sadowski led the pack with 38% of the vote, close behind and also being re-elected was Kelly Durick Eder with 33%. Harry…
Terese Tomanek (Incumbent) DULUTH, Min. – Terese Tomanek cruised to re-election for one of the Duluth City Council At-Large seats up for election. Tomanek got 34% of the vote in the four person race for two open seats. Jordon Johnson and former Duluth City Councilor Derek Medved battled for the second open seat. Johnson won with 27.8% of the vote…
DULUTH, Min. – The “Right to Repair” ballot initiative passed with more than two thirds of yes votes. The measure asked, “Shall the petition ordinance 25-015-0 amending Chapter 29A of the Duluth City Code be passed to give tenants the right to make repairs in residential rental property, and withhold up to half of a month’s rent or $500, whichever…
Diane Desotelle DULUTH, Min. – Diane Desotelle won the race for Duluth’s 2nd City Council District. She won with 80% of the vote compared to Chris Adatte’s 20%. The race was for the open seat after Mike Mayou resigned. Deborah DeLuca was appointed to fill Mayou’s term, but she said she would not run for the seat. Categories: Community, Minnesota,…
David Clanaugh DULUTH, Min. – The race for Duluth’s 4th City Council District was a close one. David A. Clanaugh challenged Tara Swenson. Clanaugh won 53% to 46%. The vote was 2031 to 1737. Swenson was elected to her first partial term in the seat following a special election to replace Renee Van Nett. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest…
Zohran Mamdani NEW YORK (AP) — Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City on Tuesday, capping a stunning ascent for the 34-year-old state lawmaker, who was set to become the city’s most liberal mayor in generations. In a victory for the Democratic party’s progressive wing, Mamdani defeated former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Mamdani must now navigate the unending demands of…
Aitkin Public Schools (ISD 1) Logo AITKIN COUNTY, Min. – In a close race voters in Aitkin County voters said no to school bonding bills. In Question #1 voters said no with a 1760 to 1549 vote. Question #1 was, “Shall the school board of Independent School District No. 1 (Aitkin Public Schools) be authorized to issue its general obligation…
Littlefork-Big Falls School District Logo KOOCHICHING COUNTY, Min. – In the Special Election for School Board Member Littlefork-Big Falls School District (ISD #362) the race came down to just four votes. Chelsey Melander garnered 134 votes compared to Delane Klemetse’s 130 votes. Categories: Community, Education, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Political
DULUTH, Minn. — College students took to the polls to cast their ballots for the city and school board elections. Students have been gearing up for this election, attending UMD forums on campus. Each forum featured city council representatives and some at-large candidates to help students prepare to vote. The candidates spoke to students regarding things that affect them. “They…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Police departments met on the University of Wisconsin-Superior campus to conduct a training exercise. They warned students and community members ahead of time that there would be a large police presence on site, as they simulated a hostage situation at the school. The exercise involved multiple agencies across Northwestern Wisconsin and Minesota working together in a controlled…
DULUTH, Minn.– The DECC in Duluth was packed with 60 Upper Lakes Foods vendors, showcasing a delicious sneak peek of what they’re offering. The bi-annual event was prepared to serve thousands of hungry guests. It’s meant to foster community connections and showcase standout products. Upper Lakes Foods caters to 24-hundred customers around Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Many of their…
TWIN PORTS, Minn.– Animal rescues in the Twin Ports are stepping up to help pet owners, especially during the SNAP benefits pause. The goal is to do everything they can to help prevent surrenders. Both Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth and PJ’s Rescue in Superior are assisting the Northland. Each organization keeps a stockpile of pet supplies to distribute…
A fireball erupts near airport property after reports of a plane crash at Louisville International Airport, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded in a massive fireball Tuesday while taking off from the company’s global aviation hub in Louisville, Kentucky, killing at least seven people and injuring 11, authorities…
DULUTH, Minn. — November 4th is the 2025 Election Day. The polls have been open since seven and close at eight in the evening. Here’s a rundown of races in Duluth – There are two open seats for Duluth City Council at large: Terese Tomanek Derek Medved Asher Estrin-Haire Jordon Johnson. For Council District 2: Christopher Adatte Diane Desotelle. and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Chum warming center is officially open for the season. Between now and April 30, the center at 2014 West 3rd Street will be open overnight from 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. Showers and hygiene supplies are provided, along with housing navigation and other services. Free bus rides to the warming center will happen at the Duluth…
DULUTH, Minn. — UMD student-athletes are teaming up to make a difference this winter through a community-wide clothing drive. Led by members of the university’s DEI Council, including athletes Mattie Thompson and Emily Bastian, the effort aims to collect new or gently used winter gear — jackets, boots, hats, mittens, and more — for Duluth-area schoolchildren. The drive kicked off November…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth firefighters responded to a large fire Monday evening in Morgan Park. A FOX 21 viewer shared video of the flames on the 9500 block of Grand Avenue. A city spokesperson said a shed-like external structure was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived on scene. A nearby vehicle was also damaged by fire. No injuries were reported. A…
GRAND MARIAS, Minn. — Tragedy was avoided over the weekend After a sightseer Was swept into the cold and choppy waters of Lake Superior in Grand Marais. The water emergency happened around 4:50 p.m. Sunday. Four people were out walking to the lighthouse when one of them was pulled into the lake by waves, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local heroes were being recognized as the “Duluth Peace Hero Award” was given out. The Waging Peace Project hosted the 2nd annual event, with the recipient of the award being given a $1,000 cash prize. The nominees are all local community members who are “making a positive change” in their community. To receive the award, nominees had…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — New studio apartments are being built in the heart of downtown Superior. The project is located at the corner of Hammond Avenue and Belknap Street, across from the Superior City Courthouse and City Hall. The building used to house the PhoCali Vietnamese restaurant until it closed in 2022. Now, the structure is being turned into nine studio…
DULUTH, Minn.– After a trend of successful winter clothing drives, ABRA Auto Body in Scanlon is proud to bring it back. Starting November 3rd, ARBA Auto Body will be accepting winter clothing donations. Last year, they received 188 clothing pieces. They’re looking for both child and adult winter gear. The inspiration for this drive came after the company noticed united…
DULUTH, Minn.– Happening now until the beginning of December, you can support the community, while supporting UMD bulldog games. The UMD DEI clothing drive aims at gathering donations for k-12 students. Over the past three years, they’ve accumulated over 200 bags of clothes. Drop boxes are available during all home UMD basketball games. The UMD ticket office, and Minnesota Power…
CARLTON, Minn. — Carlton County has started the process of updating the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The last plan was adopted in 2001, the new plan will focus on the future of the county over the next 20 years. The comprehensive plan will address housing, infrastructure, economic development, resources, tourism and more. Community feedback will be gathered through a website and…
An FBI agent stands by an Evidence Response Team truck outside a home in a Dearborn, Mich., neighborhood on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. DETROIT (AP) — Two 20-year-old men who had acquired high-powered weapons and practiced at gun ranges were scouting LGBTQ+ bars in suburban Detroit in September for a possible Halloween attack, authorities said Monday in filing terrorism-related charges….
ROSEVILLE, Min & DULUTH, Min. – Minnesota Lottery’s Millionaire Raffle Sells Out in Record 14 Days — Fastest in Game’s History. Last year’s raffle sold out in 15 days. Each $10 ticket offers a chance at two $1 million prizes and thousands of additional cash prizes. The Minnesota Millionaire Raffle winning numbers will be announced on January 1, 2026. RELATED:…
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (85) runs against Carolina Panthers safety Nick Scott (21) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP) – Green Bay’s Tucker Kraft seemingly was on his way to putting together one of the most prolific seasons by any tight end in Packers history….
FILE – Actress Diane Ladd poses after she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, Nov. 1, 2010. OJAI, Calif. (AP) — Diane Ladd, the three-time Academy Award nominee whose roles ranged from the brash waitress in “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” to the protective mother in “Wild at Heart,” has died at 89. Ladd’s…
This combo of three pictures shows a cloud of debris from a second collapse surrounding firefighters who were trying to rescue a worker after a medieval tower near the Roman Forum partially collapsed during renovation work, in Rome, Italy, Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. ROME (AP) — Firefighters worked to rescue a worker trapped for hours beneath the rubble of a…
DULUTH, Minn. — Applications for the United Way of Northeastern MN. Youth United Scholarship are open. Submissions should answer the question, “what do you see as the biggest need or challenge in your community, and what are your thoughts on how UWNEMN or similar groups can meet that need or address that challenge?” The contest will award up to $10,000…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Labor Temple set up a Solidarity food table for those struggling with the SNAP cut-off. A table with food and toiletries has been set up on London Road outside the building. People can grab what they need for free, no questions asked. Anyone with goods to spare can also drop them off. “We have a committee…
DULUTH, Minn — Cinnabon has officially opened in the Miller Hill Mall. The popular cinnamon roll and baked good franchise opened last Thursday. Cinnabon is located in Center Court, in the same wing as two other recently opened stores, Windsor and Perfumania. Categories: News, News – Latest News
GEORGE THOROGOOD & THE DESTROYERS: The Baddest Show On Earth Tour with special guests THE ROBERT CRAY BAND DULUTH, Min. – George Thorogood & The Destroyers have been “The All-American rock & roll party band” (Goldmine Magazine) for the past 5+ decades. They will be playing the DECC Symphony Hall Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 at 7:30PM. Their ‘The Baddest Show On Earth…
Dairy products, which are covered by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is displayed for sale at a grocery store Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. PROVIDENCE, R.I (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP after a pair of judges’ rulings required it to keep the food aid program running. It’s not clear…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Red Flag Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for several counties in Northeast Minnesota. The warning spans Aitkin, Carlton, Pine, and St. Louis counties today from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., due to extreme fire risk conditions. According to officials, A Red Flag Warning means the current weather conditions can cause fires can…
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth announced in a video online Sunday that she’s running for Governor of Minnesota. Demuth has become the biggest name in the republican primary, which also includes Rep. Kristin Robbins, former state senator Scott Jensen, and former MMA fighter Brad Kohler, among others. Another big name set to enter the race…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is expanding its reach — bringing a wider variety of performances to the Northland, from local favorites like the Minnesota Ballet to national touring productions. This winter, Minnesota Ballet’s The Nutcracker: A Duluth Tale will return to Symphony Hall, with performances December 12 at 7 p.m. and December 13–14 at 3 p.m….
DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD Symphonic Wind Ensemble and UMD Concert Band teamed up to perform their 68th annual fall concert at Weber Music Hall. The event serves as an opportunity for high school students, college students, adult groups, and professionals to come together to combine their talents to create this unique concert. Each year, the Director of Bands brings…
