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Fatal Crash on State Highway 35 in Town of Swiss

BURNETT COUNTY, Wis. – Just after 8:00 p.m. on Friday authorities responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 35 near County Highway H in the Town of Swiss. Authorities say moments before the crash the Burnett County Sheriff’s Office…

Carlton man Claims $1 Million Powerball Prize

ROSEVILLE, Minn. – The winner of the May 19 $1 million Powerball ticket has officially claimed the at the Lottery’s Roseville office. The winner is Carlton resident Robert Lockman. Lockman claimed his prize on Friday June 22. The Minit Mart…

Driver Killed in Crash After Police end Pursuit

MILWAUKEE (AP) - Authorities say a speeding driver has died in a crash on Milwaukee's south side after police ended their pursuit of the motorist. The crash happened about 3:30 a.m. Monday. Police say a suburban Greenfield officer tried to…

Ryan, Walker React to Harley Moving Production

MILWAUKEE (AP) - Wisconsin's top Republican leaders are not criticizing President Donald Trump's trade policy or Harley-Davidson's decision to shift the production of motorcycles headed for Europe from the U.S. to factories overseas. The Milwaukee-based company said Monday it's making…

Ex-Minnesota Sheriff Accused of Threatening Female Employee

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A Minnesota county sheriff who resigned unexpectedly last month is accused of threatening a female employee in the sheriff's office. The Star Tribune reports that an investigation ordered by the Chisago County Attorney's Office shows that Rick…

Environmental Groups File BWCA Mining Lawsuit

DULUTH, Minn. – A lawsuit was filed Monday morning by conservation groups The Wilderness Society, Center for Biological Diversity, and the Izaak Walton League of America, all represented by Earthjustice, to challenge the reinstatement of federal mining leases near the…

University of Minnesota Aims to Grow System Enrollment

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The University of Minnesota says students who can't get into its selective Twin Cities flagship will be steered to the four other campuses as the system looks to grow by 3,000 over the next six years. The…

Gun Recovered From Police Shooting Scene

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says officials have recovered a black and silver handgun from the scene of a Minneapolis police shooting that left a man dead. The bureau, which is investigating the shooting, said Sunday…

Gunshot Detection Technology Coming to Wisconsin Schools

MILWAUKEE (AP) - Some Wisconsin schools will be using gunshot-detection sensors when classes resume this fall to try to get police to respond more quickly to a mass shooting. The sensors are among various security upgrades schools are rolling out…

Starbucks to Accelerate Store Closings Next Year

NEW YORK (AP) — Starbucks says it will accelerate its store closings in the U.S. next year as it tries to boost sluggish sales. The Seattle-based company announced Tuesday that it will close 150 under-performing stores in heavily penetrated markets,…

Juneteenth Celebrated in Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. - A community event in Superior celebrated African-American freedom. The annual Juneteenth gathering honors the day African-Americans were freed from slavery with family fun, games, and free food. Organizers hope the…

The 48th Annual Park Point Art Fair

DULUTH, Minn. - After nearly five decades the Park Point Art Fair continues to be a staple in the community. The Park Point Recreational Area was filled with more than…

One Dead, Two Injured in Bayfield County Crash

BARKSDALE TOWNSHIP, Wis. - One person is dead and two others are injured after a crash Friday afternoon in Bayfield County. According to authorities, the two vehicle crash occurred on Highway…

How to Keep Your Gear in Good Shape

DULUTH, Minn.- The Northland is known for its beautiful hiking and camping opportunities. This weekend one local shop is helping you keep your outdoor gear sharp for the trails. It's Grand…

Lakeside Starts New Rummage Sale Tradition

DULUTH, Minn. --Just a few weeks after Duluth’s Park Point neighborhood had its annual rummage sale, the Lakeside neighborhood in the east end of town is starting its own new tradition. The…

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