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Duluth Tourism Numbers Up Drastic 11.6%

The numbers don't lie - tourists are flocking to Duluth like never before! And they are sleeping, eating, and drinking just as much, which means dollar signs!

Lodge Offers Reward for Theft in Northern Minnesota

A resort in Ely is asking for the public's help after being the victims of a theft.

Fire Destroys Namakagon Chief Bar

Tuesday afternoon at 3:11 a page was received for a large amount of smoke billowing out of the Namakagon Chief Bar located at 43255 Co Hwy D in the Town of Namakagon.

7 West Taphouse in Superior to Open Before Thanksgiving

7 West Taphouse in Superior will open its doors late this fall.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Plans Job Cuts

The state's largest insurer said Tuesday the losses will come in information technology.

Lakeside Liquor Sales Debate May Go to Voters

The historic 'dry law' in the Lakeside and Lester Park Neighborhoods may go to voters this November.

Sclavi's Restaurant Sees Uptick in Business

An Italian restaurant on the verge of closing is reportedly doing much better.

Dayton Plans Mining Plant Tour Before PolyMet Decision

Gov. Mark Dayton says he intends to visit up to four mining operations after Labor Day as he weighs how his administration will proceed with the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota.

Sinkhole Forms Outside Duluth's Main Post Office

Monday night, a leaking water line is being blamed for a giant sinkhole in Duluth.

Duluth Airport Faring Well by Comparison

For years, Delta Airlines has suspended direct flights between Duluth and Detroit during the winter months.

New Hotel Under Construction in Hermantown

The 80 room hotel will include 24 suites.

Historic Superior Junkyard May Close for Good

Twin Ports Auto Parts, the only junkyard left in Superior, has been open for decades. For more than a year, the owner has tried to sell the business.

Community Festival Celebrates Successful Construction

In this week's Coffee Conversation, we talk about the success of Tower Avenue construction in Superior.

Thomas the Tank Engine is Back!

A famous tank engine has returned to the Northland.

Blackbirds and Blueberries

Berry farm will be open as blueberries ripen.

Wisconsin dentist mistaken for killer of Cecil the lion

A Wisconsin dentist is dealing with angry phone calls because he has the same last name as the Minnesota dentist accused of killing a protected lion in Zimbabwe.

St. Cloud district faces school bus driver shortage

The St. Cloud School District is dealing with a shortage of bus drivers with classes set to resume in just over a month.

Restaurants Prepare for Minimum Wage Increase

Beginning Saturday August 1, minimum wage employees across Minnesota will see an increase in their paychecks.

Dry Spell Impacting Northland Businesses

Right now, Duluth is running close to four inches below normal for precipitation this year, and that number is affecting many Northlanders, including businesses that are worried their sales could dry up.