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Ex-Federal Officer Went to NYC to Sexually Abuse Girls
NEW YORK (AP) - Prosecutors say a former federal law enforcement officer traveled from Minnesota to New York City with plans to sexually abuse two girls. Ex-Federal Protective Service inspector Jesse Rodriguez was arrested Sunday when he showed up to…
Ditched Semi Blocks Traffic, Highway 33 now Open
CLOQUET, Minn. - The Cloquet Police Department issued a traffic advisory Tuesday morning on Highway 33 due to a ditched semi that was blocking both north and south bound lanes. The…
Tourists Flock To Canal Park Ahead Of July 4th Holiday
DULUTH, Minn - Nice weather Monday and the Fourth of July holiday week underway meant a busy day in Canal Park for local and tourists, including the Nutter family from St. Louis…
Bad Weather Could Postpone Duluth's Fourth Fest, Fireworks Until July 5
DULUTH, Minn. - All eyes are on the stormy forecast as crews get ready for Fourth Fest at Bayfront Park. Festivities kick off Tuesday evening with 80s rock and roll tribute…
Meet The Owners Of 'Duluth Cider' Opening Soon In Lincoln Park
DULUTH, Minn. - We're taking you inside the beginnings of Duluth's first-ever hard cider company set to open this August in the growing Lincoln Park Craft District. The husband…
Delta Diner Helping the Public Navigate After Flood
DELTA, Wis. - The Delta Diner is known for its flavorful menu and burgers on Monday but after the recent flooding it became a source of information for the community. Employees at…
Parts of Wisconsin On Road to Recovery Following Severe Flooding
Mason, Wis. - A little over two weeks ago parts of Wisconsin were hit with severe flooding, that caused millions of dollars in damage. Many people in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron…
DNR Offers Boating Safety Tips
DULUTH, Minn.-With all the warm weather recently, many Northlander’s boats have hit the water. Local safety officials from the DNR want to remind the public that they want people to have fun,…
Seattle Bans Plastic Straws, Utensils at Restaurants, Bars
SEATTLE (AP) — Looking for a plastic straw to sip your soda? It’s no longer allowed in Seattle bars and restaurants. Neither are plastic utensils in the latest push to reduce waste and prevent marine plastic pollution. Businesses that sell…
TV Station Threats Referenced Newsroom Shootings
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - A former worker at a St. Paul television station is charged with violent threats after authorities say he brought up the mass shooting at a Maryland newspaper while talking with the station's security director. Gene…
Minnesota AG Swanson Sues OxyContin Manufacturer
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota is suing the major painkiller producer of OxyContin, alleging the pharmaceutical company misrepresented the medication and contributed to overdose deaths. Attorney General Lori Swanson filed the lawsuit against Purdue Pharma on Monday. It comes…
One Remains in Hospital After Lightning Strike Injuries on Madeline Island
LA POINTE, Wis. - Three people were injured from a lightning strike at the Big Bay Town Park on Madeline Island early Saturday morning. According to authorities an officer responded to the call and found three victims at a tent…
Study Shows Cofee may Boost Longevity
CHICAGO (AP) — Go ahead and have that cup of coffee, maybe even several more. New research shows it may boost chances for a longer life, even for those who down at least eight cups daily. In a study of…
Honeybees Finding it Harder to eat at America's bee hot Spot
WASHINGTON (AP) - A new federal study finds bees are having a much harder time finding food in America's last honeybee refuge. The country's hot spot for commercial beekeeping is the Northern Great Plains of the Dakotas and neighboring areas,…
Minnesota County's Cabin Rentals Face tax Debate
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The rental market for vacation cabins in northern Minnesota is so popular that one county may change how such dwellings are classified to ensure the tax burden is fairly distributed. The Star Tribune reports that Minnesota properties…
Active Adventures: Stand-up Paddleboarding
DULUTH, Min. -- In this weeks active adventures Meteorologist Brittney Merlot tries stand-up paddleboarding with Day Tripper of Duluth Jake Boyce. Enjoy the video above for more information on this sport! If you…
Deadline for Filing for Child tax Rebate Fast Approaching
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin residents have only a few hours left to apply for Gov. Scott Walker's $100 per-child tax rebate. Parents can file claims on the state Department of Revenue's childtaxrebate.wi.gov website through midnight Monday. The filing period…
Safety First this Fourth of July
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Fire Department wants everyone to take in the "oohs and awes without the ouch" this Independence Day. The 4th of July can bring out the best…
Authorities Searching for Missing Hurley man
IRON COUNTY, Wis. - The Iron County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a Hurley Wisconsin man who has been missing since Saturday, June 30. Rich Tilton, 63, was last seen driving in the Hurley area…
Coffee Conversation: Duluth Airshow Flies in This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Air and Aviation Expo presented by St. Luke's is flying into the Northland this weekend, and you're invited to join in on the fun! Monday…
Duluth Police Searching for Armed Robbery Suspects
DULUTH, Minn. – Just after 10:30 p.m. Sunday night the Duluth Police Department received a report of an armed robbery at the Short Stop convenience store located at 1301 East 9th Street. When officers arrived on scene they learned…
St. Luke's Dietitian Offers Summer Food Safety Tips
DULUTH, Minn. - Independence Day falls on a Wednesday this year and many folks will be firing up the grill to help celebrate, but St. Luke's in Duluth says it's important…
St. Paul Police Arrest two Suspects in Fatal Festival Shooting
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - St. Paul police have arrested two people suspected of fatally shooting a man at a festival at Como Regional Park. The police department said on its official Twitter account Monday morning they arrested 27-year-old Nougai…
Community Supported Farms Fill Niche in Minnesota
SPRING VALLEY, Minn. (AP) — Community-supported agriculture farms in the Midwest have been putting fresh boxes of produce on the doorsteps of their urban and suburban neighbors since the 1990s. The volume of farmers trying their hand at the cooperative-based…
Minnesota DNR Blames Illegal Goldfish Release for Dead Carp
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota conservation officials are blaming the illegal introduction of nonnative ornamental goldfish for large numbers of dead carp washing up on a lakeshore south of the Minneapolis area. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says a virus…
All Aboard For A Fun Family Cruise On the Vista Star
DULUTH, Minn. - The Vista Star in Duluth hit the waters of Lake Superior for a family fun cruise. Even with a little bit of rain about 20 people were on…
Duluth's Zenith Bookstore Turns One
DULUTH, Minn. - One year ago the Zenith Bookstore in Duluth opened its doors and chances are you may have purchased a book from there. On Sunday, the bookstore celebrated its one…
