Wine & Dine to Support Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank
DULUTH, Minn. - Northlanders have the opportunity to feast for a good cause Friday, March 29 at the Fitger's Complex in Duluth. The 25th annual Taste at Fitger's will be happening…
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Fitzgerald Rejects Appointees as Lame-Duck Fight Continues
MADISON, Wis. - The state Senate's top Republican is rejecting 67 of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' appointments, saying a court ruling prevents him from filling the positions. Senate Republicans confirmed 82 of former Republican Gov. Scott Walker's appointees during a…
Trump Switches Gears on Great Lakes Cleanup
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump is announcing that he will fully fund the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative after his administration proposed a 90 percent spending cut. Trump is telling supporters at a rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, that he…
Nearly Naked Ruck March
DULUTH, Minn. -- In this week's Active Adventures we are getting nearly naked and raising money to help Northland veterans. Everyday 22 veterans take their lives, struggling from PTSD, trauma, depression and having…
Fresh Sashimi Spring Tacos
In this weeks Cooking Connection we are with New Scenic Cafe, celebrating their 20th anniversary with Sashimi Tacos! SASHIMI TUNA TACOS: yield: 2 servings (4 tacos each) INGREDIENTS: Wonton Shells: 3…
Fungal Disease Decimates Minnesota's bat Population
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Half of Minnesota's bat species are nearing extinction because of a potentially fatal fungal disease. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its bat population survey findings on Thursday. The department found that the disease called…
Gearing Up For Douglas County Fish and Game Sports Show
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Douglas County Fish and Game League is getting ready for their annual Sport show happening this weekend at Wessman Arena in Superior.... About thirty vendors will be…
Enbridge Seeks to Replace Section of Reservation Pipeline
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Enbridge Energy is asking state regulators to replace a section of its oil pipeline that crosses the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa reservation in northeastern Minnesota. Enbridge has filed an application with the…
"Sweeney Todd" Now Playing at the NorShor Theatre
DULUTH, Minn. - "It's kind of like going to a theme park like Disneyland and being brought into another world and that's really where the audience is going to be brought," said…
Our Planet Summit Held Thursday
DULUTH, Minn.- The planet was on the minds of UMD students today as an environmental summit was held at the DECC. It was all about encouraging, inspiring, and developing connections about what…
Superior City Council Candidates Participate in Forum
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Explore Superior held a public forum tonight at the Superior Public Library involving three contested candidates for Superior City Council seats. Two current councilors, Jack Sweeney and Craig Sutherland,…
Hermantown Couple Arrested for Sex Trafficking in Twin Ports
DULUTH, Minn.- A sex trafficking ring involving three Twin Ports massage parlors has been busted. The two owners Hermantown residents Matthew Shykes (59) and Suangyen Yang (49), a married couple, are behind…
Curling Club Forced to Close Early
DULUTH, Minn.- Tonight, a major ice failure at the DECC has ended the season early for the Duluth Curling Club. An announcement on the club's Facebook page says "all games are cancelled but the meeting and banquet will go on…
Get Taste Buds Ready For Taste at Fitger's
DULUTH, Minn. - Get those taste buds ready. The annual taste at Figer's event is happening to raise money for Second Harvest Food Bank... Guests can stop by and sample some signature appetizers and entrees from thirty of the finest…
Continuing the Conversation About Aquatic Invasive Species
DULUTH, Minn. - Aquatic invasive species are organisms that can cause harm to ecosystems outside of their natural habitat. St. Louis County is hoping to continue the conversation to protect local waters...…
Volunteers Make Quilts for a Good Cause at annual Quilt-A-Thon
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Several volunteers spent the day making quilts for the annual Quilt– a– Thon to help those in need. About 50 quilts were sewn with donated fabric from local craft supply…
House Blocks Bill to Bar State's Line 3 Pipeline Appeals
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Just as quickly as the Minnesota Senate passed it, the state House shot down legislation to force the state Commerce Department to drop its appeals of a regulatory panel's approval of Enbridge Energy's hotly disputed plan to replace…
Shredding into Spring with Urban Snowboarding and Skateboarding
DULUTH, Minn.- Winter has now officially ended, but some Northlanders know how to make it last. Hills like Spirit Mountain or Chester Bowl are always a good time in winter. But these gnarly…
WHEDA Hosts Homebuying Forum for Realtors
SUPERIOR, Wis.- For first-time homebuyers and homebuyers needing assistance in Wisconsin, finding the right property can be difficult, according to the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. So WHEDA and North Shore…
Minnesota Legislature Approves 'Snow day Relief' for Schools
ST. PAUL, Minn. - The Minnesota Legislature has approved “snow day relief'' legislation and sent it to Gov. Tim Walz for his signature. The bipartisan compromise approved by both the House and Senate on Thursday gives school districts more flexibility…
St. Louis County K-9 Kilo to Retire After More Than Seven Years of Service
DULUTH, Minn. - After more than seven years with the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Kilo will be retiring from the force. K-9 Kilo, a German Shepherd who specializes in narcotics detection and searching for suspect evidence will…
Chisholm School District, Teachers Reach Agreement on Contracts
CHISHOLM, Minn. - According to a recent release from Education Minnesota, the Chisholm School District and the teachers were able to reach a resolution on all of their outstanding issues Thursday. The agreement was reached during mediation with the Bureau…
Wisconsin Superintendent Bans Sexist Cheerleading Awards
MILWAUKEE (AP) - The superintendent of a Wisconsin high school district has outlawed cheerleading awards that objectify students' bodies and ordered mandatory staff training on discrimination and harassment. Dr. Sue Savaglio-Jarvis said in a letter Monday to all principals and…
Two Individuals Arrested on Charges of Sex Trafficking
DULUTH, Minn. – After a year-and-a-half long investigation the Duluth Police Department Sex Crimes unit says they have arrested two individuals on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. According to the Duluth Police Department 49-year-old Shuangyan Yang and 59-year-old Matthew…
Northland Uncovered: The Family Behind Gordy's Hi-Hat
CLOQUET, Minn.- 1960- that was the year Gordy and Marilyn Lundquist decided it was time to settle down in Cloquet. The couple owned 2 other restaurants before opening Gordy's, an A&W in…
Esko Native Amy Robnik Joob Debuts "Model Behavior"
DULUTH, Minn. - Esko native Amy Robnik Joob is a model, athlete, and motivational speaker looking to share her story of unexpected success in a world of entertainment and wealth.…
Supreme Court Won't Stop Enforcement of Bump Stock ban
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court won't stop the Trump administration from enforcing its ban on bump stock devices, which allow semi-automatic weapons to fire like machine guns. The ban took effect Tuesday. Gun rights groups asked the court on…
