Two killed in shooting at high school
BENTON, Ky. (AP) - Gov. Matt Bevin says two people have been killed and 19 injured in a shooting at a high school in southwest Kentucky. Of the 19 injured, Bevin says 14 of those were gunshot wounds. Bevin also…
Education in the News
Graphic Novel Author Speaks with Students About Diversity in Literature
DULUTH, Minn. - Award winning graphic novel author Gene Luen Yang is made a stop through Duluth on Monday to talk with students here about the need for more diversity in…
American Indian Learning Resource Center awarded grant to publish book
DULUTH, Minn. - The American Indian Learning Resource Center at UMD has received an $85,600 grant from the Minnesota Historical Society. Members of the resource center are hoping to use those funds to…
Lil' Icebreakers teaches young girls the hockey basics
DULUTH, Minn. - A group of young girls got the chance to learn some hockey basics on Sunday. The Duluth Girls Hockey Association (DGHA) hosted the Lil' Icebreakers Free Skate at the…
Marshall Students Compete in Cyber Security Competition
DULUTH, Minn. - These days, it seems like almost everything is connected to the internet. And with that comes security concerns. Young people at Marshall High School and Marshall Middle School are…
Candidates for Minnesota Governor Discuss Issues at UMD
DULUTH, Minn. - Seven candidates for Minnesota Governor stopped by the University of Minnesota-Duluth today to meet with students and other voters in the northern part of the state. Several organizations…
Emergency Responder Training in the Cold
DULUTH, Minn.- EMS workers in Minnesota face many tough situations and harsh weather conditions on the job. To provide the best care workers are taking part in the state's largest EMS…
Former Miners Create Project to Preserve History of Erie Mining Company
DULUTH, Minn. - Former miners on the Iron Range are working together to ensure the legacy and history of the Erie Mining Company is never forgotten. A group of Erie Mining alum…
Duluth Public Schools Taking Precautions Against the Flu
DULUTH, Minn. - The recent flu outbreak has many Northland schools taking extra precautions. Several schools are seeing an increase in flu–like illnesses. But health officials at Lincoln Park Middle School in…
Addressing Sexual Harassment in Small Businesses
DULUTH, Minn.- Lately sexual harassment allegations against high profile individuals are making headlines. One local group is training individuals how to handle incidents in the work place. The Northland Human Resources Association is…
Tax Pros: File Sooner Than Later
DULUTH, Minn. - This year the IRS will start accepting tax returns on January 29. According to the IRS, nearly 155 million individual returns are expected to be filed this year. Business…
Northland Foundation Grants Help Fund After School Programs
DULUTH, Minn.- After–school programs and in–school enrichment across Northeastern Minnesota are receiving funding from the Northland Foundation. One of the largest grants is going to CHUM, totaling $50,000. Overall the Northland Foundation is…
Superior Mother's "Little Free Library" Set On Fire; Community Steps Up
SUPERIOR, Wis. - A mother of three from Superior is looking for your help to make as many “Little Free Libraries" as possible for the community after her…
Youth Nation Brings Community Together
DULUTH, Minn.- Youth Nation helped many in the Twin Ports remember Martin Luther King Jr.'s message of equality, peace, and love. “Our youth are very important,” Youth Nation planning committee member Jara…
Rhythm and Hues Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King's Spirit
DULUTH, Minn. - Peace United Church of Christ played host to the Rhythm and Hues event on Friday. The free event is part of a celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It…
