Former UMD Turning Point Leader Reflects on Death of Charlie Kirk
DULUTH, Minn. -- Political tensions on college campuses continue to rise, with students often caught between free speech and fierce backlash. The recent assassination of…
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Man arrested accused of hitting acquaintance with vehicle leaving him to die
DULUTH, Min & SUPERIOR, Wis. - A Superior man is accused of fighting with an acquaintance leading to his death. Charging documents say Alexander Logan Keller of Superior was fighting with Mathias Turbes…
Oktoberfest Returning to Bayfront Park this Weekend
DULUTH, Minn.-- A little bit of Germany will be making its way to the Northland this weekend. Because the annual Oktoberfest celebration is coming back strong. 'Oktoberfest' is a family friendly weekend long celebration of all things Germany. For the…
St. Louis County Mental Health Court Celebrates Graduation
DULUTH, Minn.-- Despite the gloomy weather today, spirits were high to celebrate some significant achievements. The St. Louis County Mental Health Treatment Court put on a graduation ceremony. Today's gathering reflected the rewarding hardships and hurdles that comes with participating.…
Stowe Elementary hosts Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Show
DULUTH, Minn -- Students at Stowe Elementary took part in the annual Fruit, Flower, and Vegetable Show Friday morning. Kindergarten through 5th-grade students had the chance to bring their fruit, flower, and vegetable creations for a chance at impressing the…
Suspicious activity around DFL office in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Min. - The Grand Rapids Police Department received a call from a person worried about the actions of a man near the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party office in Grand Rapids. On September…
Duluth man arrested for threatening to shoot elementary school
UPDATE: Court documents say Neault was drinking at a bar near his house. He told a person at the bar he was going to wait for the school to be empty and then shoot…
Minnesota Discovery Center restores Sami Hut
CHISHOLM, Minn. -- The Minnesota Discovery Center has renovated a traditional Sami hut that was first built at the center in the 1990's. The Sami people are an indigenous group from northern Sweden,…
Cook County Public Health and Human Services experience data breach
COOK COUNTY, Minn -- The Public Health and Human Services of Cook County has experienced a data breach. According to officials, the breach may have exposed the private information of those who used their services. Those impacted will receive…
Trump says 'with a high degree of certainty' that suspect in Charlie Kirk killing has been caught
OREM, Utah (AP) — The suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination has been captured, President Donald Trump said Friday, representing a significant breakthrough in the investigation into a targeted killing that raised fresh alarms about political violence in the United…
Wrenshall Community Hosts Memorial For 11-Year-Old Resident
WRENSHALL, Minn. -- It's been nearly a week since 11-year-old Avery Anderson was struck and killed by a passing car while riding her bike and, on the eve of her celebration of life, her…
2 Men Charged In Canal Park Robbery, Assault
DULUTH, Minn. – Two men accused of assault and robbery of a man in Canal Park have been charged in the crime. Ra’Shawn Turner, 21, of Duluth and Camran Jones, 22, of Minneapolis…
100 Employers Connect with Students at UMD STEM Fair
DULUTH, Minn.-- University of Minnesota Duluth students got a firsthand look at potential career opportunities in STEM. Whether there's students getting a glimpse into their future, or upperclassman…
Coast Guard Conducts Mock Hazard Spill Drill
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Today is day two of the mock Coast Guard hazard response drill. This is something that the team conducts every four years. The Coast Guard paired…
Wife of alleged Melissa Hortman assassin files for divorce
DULUTH, Min. & GAYLORD, Min. - The wife of Vance Bolter has filed for divorce from him. Paperwork filed in Sibley County on September 2, 2025 shows Jenny Boelter is starting…
Update on the New Soo Lock Progress
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. -- An update to the construction progress on the New Lock at the Soo. At the time of completion, the Lock will be the first new one in 61 years. The New lock took over space…
Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota receives $218,000 grant for 'pro bono' services
WASHINGTON D.C. -- The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) announced Thursday that it is awarding $218,895 to Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota (LSNM). According to LSC, of low-income Americans seeking legal help, half are turned away. Organizations such as LSNM use…
1 Dead, Suspect Arrested In Fatal Hit-And-Run In Duluth
UPDATE: The Duluth Police Department has arrested a 35-year-old man from Superior on preliminary charges of Criminal Vehicular Operation in Thursday's fatal hit-and-run investigation. The victim is identified as 37-year-old Mathias Turbes. DULUTH, Minn. -- A 37-year-old man is…
Duluth Firefighters host stair climb in remembrance of 9/11
DULUTH, Minn. -- In remembrance of the 24th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Duluth firefighters hosted their annual memorial stair climb. Starting at 8:46 am, firefighters from around the area, Air National Guard Fire, and Lake Superior College…
FBI releases photos of person of interest in Kirk shooting as investigators appeal to public
OREM, Utah (AP) — The sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk is believed to have jumped off a roof and fled into a neighborhood after firing one shot and has not been identified, authorities said Thursday in disclosing they have…
Miracle Ear Bridging Gaps in Hearing Health Care Access
GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. -- Grand Portage got the 'gift of sound' as Miracle Ear gave out free screenings and hearing aids to those in need. The…
Duluth Cider taking apple donations for Big Bad Apple Bash
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Cider is accepting apple donations for this year's Big Bad Apple Bash. For the past seven years, Duluth Cider has been hosting The Big Bad Apple Bash, which consists of live music, kids' games, food vendors,…
Coffee Conversation: Ru-Ridge Corn Maze Opens for Fall Fun in Carlton
CARLTON, Minn. — The Ru-Ridge Corn Maze in Carlton, Minnesota, officially opens for the season on Friday, September 12. Spanning over eight acres, the maze offers a fun and challenging experience for both kids and adults. Ahead of opening day,…
Charlie Kirk's killer blended in on Utah university campus, and a high-powered rifle is recovered
OREM, Utah (AP) — The sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk is believed to have jumped off a roof and fled into a neighborhood after firing one shot and has not been identified, authorities said Thursday in disclosing they have recovered…
Student Dies After Shooting 2 Peers, Himself At Colorado High School: Officials
DENVER (AP) — A student shot two of his peers Wednesday at a suburban Denver high school before shooting himself and later dying, authorities said. The handgun shooting was reported around 12:30 p.m. at…
Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Begins
DULUTH, Minn. - Hartley Nature Center is kicking off the 10-week Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training. Volunteers sign up and complete the 40-hour hands-on course taught by expert instructors. The course consists of studying…
Love Creamery Hosts Open House For Billings Park
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Over in Billings Park in Superior, local residents were offered a sweet treat on the house, courtesy of their newest neighbors. Love Creamery, the ice cream shoppe with two locations…
At least 2 students wounded in shooting at suburban Denver high school, sheriff says
DENVER (AP) — At least two students have been wounded in a shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities said Wednesday. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said the students were injured in a shooting at Evergreen High School…
Police Asking for Assistance with Missing Esko Man
ESKO, Minn.-- The Carlton County Sheriff's office is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing Esko man. Antonio Sarazua is 25 years old, and is 5 feet, 11 inches tall.…
Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act passes Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The bipartisan Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act has passed the Senate. U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith announced the passing of the act. The House of Representatives passed this…
