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New Bills Would Legalize Recreational Marijuana in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Lawmakers have unveiled legislation that would legalize recreational marijuana in Minnesota, hoping to start what they acknowledge is likely to be a long and contentious discussion. The bills were introduced in the Senate on Monday by…
Duluth Police Asking for Public’s Help Locating Missing Woman
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing vulnerable adult. Cecilia Joo Jerecsek, 18, has been missing since Sunday January 13. She was last seen in the 2100 block of Dunedin…
Body of Missing University Student Found in Upper Peninsula
MARQUETTE, Mich. - Authorities say searchers have found the body of a Northern Michigan University student who went missing on a hike to photograph waterfalls in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The search for 25-year-old Guiancarlo Estupigan began Friday in Marquette County's…
St. Louis River Alliance to Celebrate Progress on Estuary Project
DULUTH, Minn. - The St. Louis River Alliance along with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota DNR, Wisconsin DNR and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa invite the…
Superior Sister City to Host Japanese New Year Celebration
DULUTH, Minn. - The Superior Sister City Commission is excited to be partnering with Christ Lutheran Church to host a Japanese New Year Celebration. The event is happening Monday, January…
Ryan Anderson Wins Beargrease 120
LUTSEN, Minn. Ryan Anderson, of St. Croix Falls, WI, crossed the finished line at Lutsen to win the Beargrease 120 race. Anderson crossed the finish line at 7:19 a.m. on Monday. Martha Schouweiler, of Irma, WI, came in second place…
Wisconsin City Sues Over Natural gas Explosion
MADISON, Wis. - A Madison suburb is suing in connection with a deadly natural gas explosion this past summer. A VC Tech worker installing fiber-optic cable ruptured a natural gas line in downtown Sun Prairie in July. An ensuing explosion…
Two Midwest-Based Banks Plan to Merge, Headquarter in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) - Two Midwest-based banks plan to merge to create a bank with $45 billion in assets that will be based in Detroit. Detroit-based Chemical Financial Corp. and Wayzata, Minnesota-based TCF Financial Corp. announced Monday the signing of an…
Remembering 'The Day the Music Died': 60 Years After Buddy Holly
DULUTH, Minn.- 60 years ago singer Buddy Holly, and several other musicians, were killed in a fatal plane crash. A day that became known as…
Veterinarians On Hand During Beargrease Marathon
DULUTH, Minn.- For those wondering about the safety of the sled dogs during the 35th annual Beargrease marathon, a veterinarian staff is on hand through the entirety of the race. A…
Beargrease Racers Sworn in as Official U.S. Postal Carriers
DULUTH, Minn.- In the spirit of tradition all racers in the 35th annual Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon were sworn in as official U.S. mail carriers before taking off. Just like John…
MUSH! 2019 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Begins
DULUTH, Minn.- Through rain, sleet, snow or hail, negative temperatures and the depths of the night, these mushers do it for the love of the sport, and the love of the Northland.…
Lake Superior Ice Festival Powers On Through Bitter Cold
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The weather outside may be frightful, but the Lake Superior Ice Festival makes it so delightful. The cold weather didn't stop crowds from flocking to Barker's Island to…
Beargrease Marathon Kicks Off with Opening Ceremony
DULUTH, Minn.- The cold and snow is good news for one crowd: the mushers and dogs in the 2019 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, running from Sunday at noon, to Tuesday…
Northland's Dogs Compete for the Title of "Cutest Puppy"
DULUTH, Minn.- What is Beargrease without the annual cutest puppy competition? The Beargrease cutest puppy contest is an annual tradition that's become so popular it attracts people from all over the Midwest.…
Sled Dogs Prepare for Race with Vet Check-Ups
DULUTH, Minn.- In a swarm of last minute preparations for the race, competing dogs were brought in for a vet check. The team of veterinarians checked each dog to monitor their hearts, hydration, lungs,…
Report: Chappy's Golden Shores Resident Beaten Before He Died
HILL CITY, Minn. (AP) - A state investigation concludes that a 58-year-old man with dementia living in a northern Minnesota care center died from bleeding in the brain several weeks after he was repeatedly punched in the face by one staff…
Boy Scout Troop Hosts Blood Drive in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - According to the Red Cross, blood donations decrease during winter months. A local Boy Scout troop hosted a blood drive at the Northland Country Club. For every unit of…
Remembering the Life of Fallen K9 Officer Haas
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth community mourns the loss of one of their own with a memorial service for fallen K9 Officer Haas. Friday afternoon, the DECC's Harborside Ballroom filled to the brim…
Thirsty Pagan Breaks Ground On New Location
SUPERIOR, Wisc. -- The old Soo Line Freight Depot in Superior is now home to Thirsty Pagan Brewing. The microbrewery broke ground this afternoon after receiving a $148,000 WEDC state grant.…
Tips To Keep Your Home Safe In Extreme Cold
TWIN PORTS -- The cold effects not only how we feel but also how we live. Here are some tips to keep you and your home safe and warm. "Prepare…
Billy's Bar Gets Ready For 35th Annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
DULUTH, Minn. - 60 mushers will be in line and ready to go starting Sunday for the John Beargrease Sled Dog race. Crews were at Billy's bar getting set up for…
New Superior Police Officer Sworn In
SUPERIOR, Wis.-The Superior Police Department has sworn in its fifth female police officer. She told Fox 21 today that this was a dream come true for her, helping people in…
Duluth Police are Fighting to Reduce Opioid Overdoses
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth has already seen 16 opioid overdoses since the start of the year, five resulted in a death. Authorities recently apprehended 26-year-old Jacob Johnson and 49-year-old Jamie…
Minnesota man Gets 14-year Federal Sentence for Stalking
DENVER - A Minnesota man has been sentenced to more than 14 years in prison after pleading guilty to federal stalking charges. Federal prosecutors in Colorado say Eric Ronald Bolduan also must register as a sex offender following his release.…
No Charges for Closs Suspect in Douglas County
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. – In a recent release, the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office says they do not anticipate filing a criminal complaint against Jake Patterson in the immediate future. Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf states: “A prosecutor’s decision…
Walz Considering Closing MN Schools Next Week due to Extreme Cold
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. - With temperatures expected to reach 20 to 30 degrees below zero next week, Governor Tim Walz says he is exploring the possibility of closing Minnesota schools if temperatures remain extremely low. “I really trust local officials and…
Brand New State-Of-The-Art HD Sports Simulators Arrive In The Northland!
WEST DULUTH, Minn. -- In this weeks Active Adventures the cold has kept us looking for indoor fun and The Caddy Shack has brand new state of the art…
