News – Latest News

WITC to Rebrand Including New Name and Mascot

The rebranding comes after an outside research group hired by the college found a lot of people no longer identify Northwest Wisconsin with the Indianhead region.

SHELL LAKE, Wis. – After months of research, the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College which has a campus in Superior is getting a new name and a new mascot. The rebranding comes after an outside research group hired by the college found a lot of people no longer identify Northwest Wisconsin with the Indianhead region. The study also found 20 percent…

8th District Congressional Candidate Quinn Nystrom Encouraging People to Vote

Nystrom along with other DFL candidates spoke to a crowd of around 30 people.

DULUTH, Minn. – The 8th District DFL Candidate Quinn Nystrom was out in Duluth on Monday encouraging people to get out and vote. Nystrom along with other DFL candidates spoke to a crowd of around 30 people. They cautioned against mailing ballots because it will not be counted in Minnesota unless it’s received by Election Day. Nystrom said in 2018…

UMD Physics Class Curls With Olympian John Schuster

DULUTH, Minn.– Distance learning classes continue at UMD but one physics class got the opportunity to be together and learn hands on in a unique way from an Olympic gold medal winner. Curling — it sounds simple but it’s not easy. Pairing it together with physics can make it sound even more challenging. But UMD students got some help from…

DTA Offers Free Rides to Vote on Election Day

DULUTH, Minn.– With Election Day tomorrow, the Duluth Transit Authority is helping people find their way to the polls. The DTA will be offering free rides to polling places. The fare boxes on buses will be covered up so all you need to do is walk on the bus and go vote. DTA has been providing free rides to vote…

MNsure Navigators Ready As Open Enrollment Begins In Minnesota

DULUTH, Minn.– The open enrollment for 2021 health insurance coverage in Minnesota has begun. MNsure navigators say they are ready to help Minnesotans find the best health care coverage for them. Free appointments can be made through a variety of websites online. Most navigators are meeting virtually during the pandemic but will walk people through the application process and questions…

Iron River Businesses Make Most Out of Unprecedented 2020 Tourism Season

IRON RIVER, Wis.– As the 2020 tourism season comes to a close, it’s certainly been an unpredictable year for businesses around the Northland. Over in northwestern Wisconsin, some businesses have been making the most out of a tough situation. Iron River businesses have had to navigate through a tourism season unlike any other due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Jim’s Meat…

Lot Where Historic Synagogue Burned to Become Parking Lot

DULUTH, Minn.– It’s been a little more than a year since a historic downtown Duluth synagogue burned to the ground. The fire last September displaced a congregation that’s been around for 118 years at the Adas Israel Synagogue on the corner of 3rd Street and 3rd Avenue East. Last week, nearby St. Ann’s residence purchased the lot for just under…

Vikings-Packers “Border Battle” Continues Through Twin Ports

DULUTH, Minn.– It’s one of the most important weekends here in the Twin Ports. The border battle between the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers and fans of both teams were ready for game day. The Caddy Shack Bar in Duluth’s Lincoln Park district had a steady flow of customers who came to watch the game. Vikings fans were just…

Denfeld Halloween Favorite Becomes Disneyland for a Night

DULUTH, Minn.– One Duluth house has been a must stop in the Denfeld area on Halloween every year. This year, that tradition continued in a magical way. Going with a Disney theme this year, the house welcomed trick or treaters on Halloween night featured an appearance from the big man or rodent himself, Mickey Mouse. Besides passing out candy, Mickey…

‘Scareway to Fairway’ Event Offers Distant Way to Trick or Treat

DULUTH, Minn.– While golfing conditions might not be the best here this time of year, one golf course in Duluth’s Pike Lake Neighborhood was still busy with a new Halloween twist. In Pike Lake, organizers have a new and interesting idea planned for Halloween. And yes, it includes the golf carts. Put away the putters and get out the treat…

First Trunk-Or-Treat Held in Canal Park

DULUTH, Minn.– Trick or treating may look a bit different this year due to the pandemic but there are still some ways kids are able to get their hands on some candy. Neighborhood Youth Services hosted their first ever trunk-or-treat event down in Canal Park. Organizations and community members popped open their trunks to give kids some sweets. Masks needed…

Bong Center Adds New Exhibits, Events

SUPERIOR, Wis.– After months on no indoor events, the Bong Center in Superior is announcing plans for future events. The center added a couple new World War II mini-exhibits on trench art and stories from a woman who was in a prison camp in Europe during the conflict. Museum guests can still hear stories from veterans over Zoom. Along with…

Piedmont Elementary Launches Weather Balloon

DULUTH, Minn.– The Northland weather is always unpredictable but one group of elementary students had a pretty cool way to try and make sense of the conditions. With the help of St. Louis County, Essentia Health, and others, students at Piedmont Elementary got to spend their Friday researching from the sky. Piedmont students launched a weather balloon into the air…

Drive-In Movie Caps Off Superior Spooktacular

SUPERIOR, Wis.– As people around the Northland are getting ready to celebrate Halloween, tonight they got to enjoy a Spooktacular tradition. The Superior Spooktacular continued with a drive-in movie. With a limit of 45 spaces, vehicles pulled up to watch Hocus Pocus. Concessions were being served at World of Wheels. Organizers say it’s still a great way to get stay…

COVID-19 Won’t Stop Glensheen’s ‘Spirt of the Lights’ Experience

The display started over at Park Point Resident Marcia Hale's home where they shined for more than 20 years in her backyard.

DULUTH, Minn. – COVID-19 isn’t stopping Glensheen’s “Spirit of the Lights” display from coming back for a second year. The display started over at Park Point Resident Marcia Hale’s home where they shined for more than 20 years in her backyard. Due to COVID, they won’t be able to give out cookies and cider like last year, but those at…

Doctors Warn Against Trick-Or-Treating

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention considers trick-or-treating a higher risk activity warning it should be avoided to prevent the spread of the virus.

DULUTH, Minn. – Halloween is just around the corner and it certainly will look much different this year due to COVID-19. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention considers trick-or-treating a higher risk activity warning it should be avoided to prevent the spread of the virus. Normally Halloween eager kids go up and down Tower Avenue in Superior with costumes…

Deer Season License Purchases Higher than Last Year

Youth season numbers are up 11 percent and early firearm sales are up 19 percent so far compared to last year.

CLOQUET, Minn. – Minnesota’s deer hunting season opener is about one week away and the Department of Natural Resources says early license purchases are higher than last year. Youth season numbers are up 11 percent and early firearm sales are up 19 percent so far compared to last year. The DNR says hunting is generally considered a COVID-safe activity but…

Hi Banks Resort Getting Ready for Ice Fishing Season

Just this week, some ice was spotted on Fish Lake in Duluth near Hi Banks Resort.

DULUTH, Minn. – As the weather is finally getting colder, Hi Banks Resort in Duluth is getting ready for the ice fishing season. Just this week, some ice was spotted on Fish Lake in Duluth where Hi Banks is located. Owner Tim Wagner who’s owned Hi Banks for 18 years says it’ll still be a while with less windy and…