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Floodwaters Threaten Midwest

Late Winter or Early Spring - Flood warnings are in effect from Texas to Ohio.

ELKHART, Ind. (AP) – Crews are using boats to help northern Indiana residents amid flooding from melting snow and heavy rain moving across the Midwest.  Elkhart Mayor Tim Neese said Wednesday that about 19 people had been evacuated from homes in low-lying residential areas. He says sandbags are being made available. The Elkhart Truth newspaper reports that the mayor says…

Some Local Businesses Welcome the Snow

Snow Removal Companies and Food Delivery Drivers Count on Winter Precipitation

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A lot of snow fell on the No rthland over the past few days, and people are still digging an plowing their way out. A lot of snow removal companies love seeing snow, but they’d prefer if it didn’t fall all at once. Core Landscaping and AA Roll-off in Superior has had workers out all day and…

School Closings and Delays for Tuesday 2-20-18

Closings and delays for Tuesday, 2-20-18 CLOSINGS: Ashland, WI School District and all evening school activities Duluth Public Schools Key Zone Program Lake Superior College Lake Superior School District Maple Northwestern School in Maple, WI Proctor School District South Shore Schools Superior, WI School District and all evening school activities Superior Cathedral School and pre-school University of Wisconsin-Superior: All UWS…

Northalnders dig way out of snow as it falls

Kevin Bowditch actually likes it

DULUTH, Minn. – With the snow piling up pretty nicely, people have been shoveling away on this President’s Day. Digging out, clearing pathways, all common as the snow just hasn’t let up for some. And for Northlander Kevin Bowditch, it’s no big thing. He actually likes all this snow. “It’s just kind of something to do. I enjoy shoveling. Always…

Snow Emergency Declared in Washburn

Snow Emergency Declared in Ashland as Well

WASHBURN, Wis.-A snow emergency has been declared in Washburn, Wis. It begins at 8 p.m. tonight. According to the city’s Facebook page, “a snow emergency means that all vehicles must be removed from all city streets, alleys, and parking lots. This snow emergency will remain in effect until further notice.” UPDATE: A snow emergency has also been declared in Ashland, which began…

Wednesday February 14, 2018: Evening Forecast

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Tuesday February 13, 2018: Evening Forecast

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Sunday February 4, 2018: Morning Forecast

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Saturday February 3, 2018: Evening Forecast

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Thursday February 1, 2018: Evening Forecast

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How The Weather Impacted The Beargrease Trail Conditions

Cold Temperatures, Strong Winds & Snow Fell As The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Took Place

DULUTH, Minn — The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon wrapped up this morning at Billy’s Bar. The mushers and the dogs became one with mother nature as they spent 3 days out in the elements. Eager to get inside and rest up. Meteorologist Brittney Merlot talked with the top 2 finishers about the trail conditions and how important the speed…

Tuesday January 30, 2018: Evening Forecast

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Blue Moon, Super Moon, Total Lunar Eclipse Rolled into One

Some call it a “super blue blood moon.”

In this Aug. 28, 2007, file photo, the moon takes on different orange tones during a lunar eclipse seen from Mexico City. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte, File) CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The moon is providing a rare triple treat this week. On Wednesday, much of the world will get to see not only a blue moon and a super moon,…

Floodwaters Peak in Paris

The waters are expected to stay unusually high for days or weeks.

The banks of river Seine are flooded in Paris, France, Monday, Jan. 29, 2018. Floodwaters have reached a peak in Paris and are now threatening towns downstream along the rain-engorged Seine River. (AP Photo/Michel Euler) PARIS (AP) – Floodwaters have reached a peak in Paris and are now threatening towns downstream along the rain-filled Seine River. The French national flood…

Monday January 29, 2018: Morning Forecast

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Sunday January 28, 2018: Evening Forecast

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Saturday January 27, 2018: Morning Forecast

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Friday January 26, 2018: Evening Forecast

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Lake Superior Water Level Nears Record High

Next Year's Level Could Be As High or Higher

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior water levels hit near record highs last year. This year, experts predict the lake levels could be just as high or higher. Lake Superior water levels were about a foot above normal last year. The high levels are better for shipping but can have negative effects on the shoreline. According to experts, the October storm…

Wednesday January 24, 2018: Evening Forecast

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