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Local Political Expert Reacts to Trump's First Month

DULUTH, Minn. - Donald Trump has been president for almost a month now, and there has been a lot of analysis about how his presidency has gone…

Emergency Responders Participate in Joint Training Workshop

DULUTH, Minn. - Emergency responders from across the Northland participated in a joint training workshop in Duluth today. The workshop focused on emergency groups, such as the Red Cross and local…

Evening News Update 02-15-17

Your latest local headlines and weather forecast.

Bachand Group Building New Headquarters

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Some of you may have seen a new building under construction on Tower Avenue in superior and wondered what it could be. The building will be…

Duluth Community Leaders React to Recent Violence

DULUTH, Minn. - So far, 2017 is shaping up as a violent year in Duluth. "This is not the norm of what we've seen," said Mayor Emily Larson. "There's no question about…

Bar Close Time Could be Changed to 4 a.m.

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Talk has begun in the Minnesota Legislature to keep bars open until 4 a.m. Currently closing time is set for 2 a.m. The bill is still a long ways away from becoming law. There have also be…

New DNR Estimates Show Wisconsin Hunters Took More Deer in 2016

MADISON (AP) - Updated data from the state Department of Natural Resources shows hunters killed about 4,280 more deer during this past nine-day gun season than they did in 2015. Preliminary estimates after the season ended in November put the…

Duluth Supt. Gronseth Up For Outside Job -- Again

DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Public Schools Superintendent Bill Gronseth is up for yet another job. This time, he is being eyed up for the position…

Minnesota Democrats Work to Pass Wage Theft Prevention Protections

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Lt. Governor Tina Smith was joined by Minnesota workers and legislators at the State Capitol today, to rally and urge the Legislature to hold employees that commit wage theft accountable for their failure to pay for…

New Group Supports Nolan for Governor

MINNESOTA-The Coalition to Draft Democratic Congressman Rick Nolan for Minnesota governor was announced yesterday. The group distributed a letter signed by more than 100 political, business, and civic leaders. It’s expected in the coming weeks, that the organization will try…

Redistricting Attorneys Could be Paid More than $275,000

MADISON (AP) - Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have signed contracts to pay attorneys representing them in a redistricting lawsuit a flat fee that could reach $275,000. Documents released Wednesday show that one contract calls for paying attorneys with…

Mediation Program Helps Struggling Minnesota Farmers

ST. PAUL (AP) - Low commodity prices are causing financial pain on Minnesota farms, but bankruptcies are rare thanks in part to a state mediation program. Minnesota Public Radio reports the farmer-lender program requires lenders to offer struggling farmers the…

Student Killed in Shooting was Son of St. Paul Police Sergeant

DULUTH, Minn. - The 22-year-old victim in Tuesday's shooting, has been identified as William Andrew Grahek, a Duluth resident. Authorities have stated that no suspect is in custody at this time, and the investigation continues to be very active at this…

Officials Identify Lakeside Fire Victim

DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth fire officials announced Wednesday morning the name and preliminary cause of death for the man who died in a house fire on Cooke Street in Duluth Tuesday.…

Man Arrested after 6-Hour Stand-Off with Police in Babbitt

BABBITT, Minn. - Late Tuesday night, around 11:30 p.m., the Babbitt Police Department responded to a disturbance at the Alder Inn Motel. Upon arrival, officers…

Walker Supports Eliminating Treasurer if Voters Approve

MADISON (AP) - Governor Scott Walker says he supports eliminating Wisconsin's all-but powerless state treasurer's office if voters approve. Republicans who control the Legislature have slowly eliminated the treasurer's duties over the years, shifting them to other agencies. The position's…

Animal Answers: Providing Dental Care at Lake Superior Zoo

DULUTH, Minn. - When it comes to dental diligence, we often forget to think about our pets. Whether it be dogs, cats, lions, or tigers, veterinarians say all teeth…

Hearing in Case Against Office Charged in Philando Castile's Death

ST. PAUL (AP) - A judge is set to hear arguments on whether to dismiss the case against a Minnesota police officer who shot and killed a black man during a July traffic stop. St. Anthony police officer, Jeronimo Yanez…

Mountain Faith Band Performs on FOX 21

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel and RV Show starts up tonight. The headlining musical group, Mountain Faith, is in town. Mountain Faith is based in Western North Carolina and…

Victim Identified in East 11th Street Shooting

UPDATE 2/15: The 22-year-old victim has been identified as William Andrew Grahek, a Duluth resident. Authorities have stated that no suspect is in custody at this time, and the investigation continues…

Chisholm to Rename Court for McDonald

CHISHOLM, Minn. - Bob McDonald is in a class of his own when it comes to Minnesota Basketball Coaches. "He was here for 53 years, 59 total years of coaching in Minnesota,"…

Great Outdoors: Ice Skating

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Dating Dangers: Online Dating in the Northland

DULUTH, Minn. - Finding the love of your life and being part of a happy, lasting relationship is a reason many head online to connect with someone special. "I was…

Duluth Polar Bear Plunge Is Saturday!

[gtxvideo vid='kI4RDih6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/kI4RDih6.jpg' vtitle='Duluth Polar Bear Plunge Is Saturday! '] Excitement is building for the 2017 Duluth Polar Bear Plunge that's just days away. Nearly 1,000 people will take the plunge into Lake Superior in Canal Park this Saturday starting…