UMD Continues the Conversation of Climate Change in Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn. - UMD is striving to combat climate change one step at a time. University leaders kicked off the two day conference, with a tour of the Natural Resources…
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Duluth Public Works Crews Tackle Potholes, Encounter Obstacles
DULUTH, Minn.- Warmer air means Duluth Public Works crews are out in force tackling all those potholes around town. But the melting snow is making any permanent solution, temporary. It took…
OMC Smokehouse set to Expand
DULUTH, Minn. - OMC smokehouse in Duluth's Lincoln Park neighborhood is expanding. They bought a neighboring store front and have plans to open it up in the next few months. The new…
Fish House Explosion Critically Injures man
MOORHEAD, Minn. - A Detroit Lakes man is hospitalized in critical condition after a fish house exploded in Moorhead. The fire department says the explosion happened Sunday and that Michael Herzog was outside the fish house when firefighters arrived. A…
Senate Republicans Revive Private School Scholarships Plan
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Senate Republican leaders say a proposal to use tax credits to funnel donations into scholarships for low- and middle-income students to attend private schools is a priority for them. And they're hoping to make it the…
Update: Man Shot by University Police in Stable Condition
MILWAUKEE - Officials say a man shot by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee police on campus is hospitalized in stable condition. University Police Chief Joe LeMire said at a news conference Tuesday two officers found the man, armed with a gun, sleeping…
Rare Full Worm Supermoon Set To Shine On Spring Equinox
NORTHLAND - This full moon is the third and final Supermoon for the rest of 2019, so if you missed the first two in January and February, be sure to catch this one—it's your last chance of the year. It's set…
Governor Walz to Deliver State of the State Address in April
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Governor Tim Walz announced Tuesday morning he will deliver his first State of the State Address on Wednesday, April 3. The address will begin at…
Super Heroes to Take Over Mars Lakeview Arena in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Super heroes are set to skate into the Mars Lakeview Arena in Dultuh Saturday, March 23 from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Duluth Figure Skating…
Northland Uncovered: The Douglas County Courthouse Celebrates 100 Years
SUPERIOR, Wis. - At the time it was built, the Douglas County Courthouse stood for growth. "The shipyards were operating, a lot of activity going on here and we had…
Teen Injured in Vehicle Rollover Accident in West Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - According to the Minnesota State Patrol, an 18-year-old female from Hermantown sustained injuries Tuesday morning after she lost control of her vehicle due to icy road conditions. Authorities say the female lost control of her Chevy Blazer…
Minnesota House Passes Bill to Fight Opioid Epidemic
ST. PAUL, Minn. - The Minnesota House has voted to hold drug manufacturers responsible for the state's growing costs for dealing with the opioid crisis. The bill passed 94-34 Monday night. It would support prevention, education, intervention, treatment and recovery…
Opioid Deaths, Suicide Reach Record Levels in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. - State data shows the number of deaths from opioids and suicides in Minnesota reached record levels in 2017. The Minnesota Department of Health says 783 people took their own lives in 2017, a 5 percent increase…
Hands-free Driving Bill Passes in Minnesota House
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota House has approved a bill that would require motorists to use hands-free devices when talking on the phone. Sponsors say the measure will cut down on the rising level of distracted driving and…
Waterlogged ATV Trails Are Closing for the Season in Douglas County
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis.- In just a little over 24 hours, all trails in Douglas county will close for the snowmobiling season. While some love spring, others aren't as thrilled about it. "It's…
Alleged Stabbing in Lincoln Park
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Police are investigating a stabbing in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Police were called to 28th Avenue West and 4th Street Sunday afternoon to a report of a…
University of Minnesota President Pays Farewell Visit to UMD
DULUTH, Minn.- University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler is making his farewell rounds. On Monday he paid one last official visit to the Duluth campus…
UMD and Red Cross Hosts Community Blood Drive
DULUTH, Minn.- Community members were invited to UMD on Monday to donate blood. The Pre–Med Club partnered with the American Red Cross to hold their annual Blood Drive, giving undergraduate medical…
Gordy's Hi-Hat Prepares to Open for 59th Season
CLOQUET, Minn.- Spring has sprung, which means the crew at Gordy's Hi–Hat in Cloquet is just about ready to open up for the season. This will be the 59th year of…
St. Louis County Expands Opioids Case
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – St. Louis County Attorney Mark Rubin announced Monday that his office has expanded its civil case against drug companies implicated in the opioid epidemic. In a recent press release, County Attorney Rubin says the new…
Duluth Police Investigate Stabbing
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police are investigating a stabbing in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Police were called to 28th Avenue West and 4th Street Sunday afternoon to a report of a person with a gun. When officers arrived on scene…
New Shuttle Connects Twin Ports and Twin Cities Airports
DULUTH, Minn. – A new shuttle service is coming to Duluth this summer to offer low cost trips from the Duluth airport to MSP. The new bus service is…
Shopko to Close all Remaining Stores
DULUTH, Minn. – Shopko has announced they will be closing all of their remaining store locations by June 16. The company says additional store closings include Ely, Moose Lake, Two Harbors, Aitkin,…
GOP Bill Allows Expungement for First-Time Drunken Drivers
MADISON, Wis. - Republican lawmakers are introducing a bill that would allow some first-time drunken drivers to ask judges to erase their record. Sen. Andre Jacque and Rep. Jeremy Thiesfeldt's proposal would allow first-timers to petition for expungement if they…
DSSO "Beerthoven" to Kick Off Thursday in Duluth Cider Taproom
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra is proud to partner with seven local breweries and taprooms to bring "Beerthoven" to the community. Beerthoven will kick off Thursday, March 21 at Duluth…
Foxconn Says Wisconsin Factory Will be Operational in 2020
MADISON, Wis. - Foxconn Technology Group says its manufacturing facility in Wisconsin will be producing liquid crystal display screens by the end of 2020, with construction starting later this year. The news Monday comes after worldwide electronics manufacturing leader sent…
Gordy’s Hi-Hat Opens Wednesday for its 59th Season
CLOQUET, Minn. - March 20 not only marks the first day of spring, it also marks the opening day for the beloved Gordy’s Hi-Hat in Cloquet. Gordy’s will open for its 59th season on Wednesday with doors opening at 10:00…
