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Clothing Drive For Northlanders in Need

A major clothing drive was held in Duluth today with the goal of helping many Northlanders.

DULUTH, Minn. – A major clothing drive was held in Duluth today with the goal of helping many Northlanders. Three local businesses came together with multiple drop-off sites around the area, all with the goal of keeping Northlanders warm during the winter. “Honestly, I have cried when people have brought stuff,” said Bonnie Jacobson, the owner of Bonnie Jacobson Farmer’s…

City of Duluth Adds Second Warming Shelter in West Duluth

DULUTH, Minn.– As the weather is getting colder, the city of Duluth is adding extra resources to help keep people warm this winter. In 2018, the city of Duluth estimated that anywhere from 125-200 people were homeless or unsheltered in Duluth. And with the weather changing and the pandemic continuing, the city and other organizations are helping provide shelter to…

UWS Hosts Virtal Panel with Local Leaders Discussing Breonna Taylor’s Death

In a virtual panel, Superior Police Chief Nick Alexander and Duluth Human Rights Officer Carl Crawford discussed the case and how the Superior Police Department works hard to de-escalate situations and reduce the chance for deadly force.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – UW-Superior’s Legal Studies and Criminal Justice Program hosted a dialogue with community leaders discussing the killing of Breonna Taylor in Louisville, Kentucky. Taylor was killed when police executed a ‘no-knock’ warrant to which her boyfriend said he did not know it was the police and fired a warning shot. Louisville Police then fired 32 rounds into Taylor’s…

Snowboards and Skiers Out Hiking Chester Bowl

Accumulations of several inches were enough for winter lovers to hike up the hill at the park and show off their skills coming back down.

DULUTH, Minn. – Down by the shore of Lake Superior warmer air prevented snow from accumulating, but just a mile up the hill, it was a much different, and snowy scene on Thursday. Snowboarders, skiers, and families were taking advantage of the early fall snow wonderland up at Chester Bowl. Accumulations of several inches were enough for winter lovers to…

Early Snow Creating Buzz for Snowmobiling

MOOSE LAKE, Minn.– This early snowfall can be a headache for some but it’s also creating some excitement for snowmobilers looking to get out on the trails. Moose Lake Implement and Sport says they’ve been seeing a lot more buzz for this year’s snowmobile season. The shop has been putting their winter vehicles out on the floor in preparation for…

COVID Deaths Tie Record Daily High in Minnesota

The commissioner of the Department of Health calls the number of 35 deaths tragic, but it's not unexpected with the state seeing a continued surge of cases.

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting 35 more COVID-19 deaths in the state which matches the previous statewide daily high. The commissioner of the Department of Health calls the number of 35 deaths tragic, but it’s not unexpected with the state seeing a continued surge of cases. Just last Friday, Minnesota hit a record high…

Carlton County Preps for Another Round of Early Snow

CARLTON, Minn.– Crews were out all over the Northland clearing out roads for one of the earliest snowfalls in recent years. Those in Carlton County say they are ready to take on the snow in October. After the first snowfall earlier this week, crews in Carlton County are prepping for the next round of upcoming snow. The county has a…

New Solar Garden in Superior

Superior is getting a new solar garden aimed at providing energy to more than 100 homes.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior is getting a new solar garden aimed at providing energy to more than 100 homes. Earlier this month, the Public Service Commission approved the Superior Water, Light and Power plans for the site on Hammond Ave. near Heritage Park, which will be funded by the organization’s customers. “Not everybody owns a home or has the roof…