How to Ensure Safe Campfire Traditions
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn.- As the weather is slowly getting warmer, its that time of year for smores and campfire stories, along with the fun comes fire responsibility. Dryer weather and winds are ideal…
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Twin Ports Focuses on Mental Health Awareness Following Chaotic Week
TWIN PORTS- Mayors from both sides of the bridge are working to break down the stigma that often surrounds mental health. They're calling it Northland Healthy Minds and they say this…
One Resolution Made in Alleged Fraser Shipyard Lead Poisoning Case
SUPERIOR, Wis.-One of the employees who was working at Fraser Shipyards in Superior has reached a resolution with the business after he suspected he got lead poisoning there back in 2016. The resolution was made with James Holder, a welder…
Duluth Delegation Recounts Life Changing Visit to National Memorial for Peace and Justice
DULUTH, Minn. - Members of the Duluth Delegation have returned from a life changing trip to Montgomery, Alabama, to view the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. A total of 32 people,…
Mayor Paine Releases an Update Regarding Community Concerns Over Hydrogen Fluoride
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior Mayor Jim Paine released an update this afternoon regarding the communities concern of the use of Hydrogen Fluoride at the Husky Energy refinery as well as updates about the progress and improvements of the plant moving…
Mayor Larson Issues Statement in Response to Husky Energy Explosion
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson released a statement this afternoon in response to last week’s explosion at the Husky Energy refinery plant: "We call ourselves the Twin Ports for a reason. When something significant happens on one side…
$5.49 Million Eco Friendly Dream Home for Sale in Silver Bay
SILVER BAY, Minn. - A $5.49 million dollar home has hit the market in Silver Bay overlooking the shores of Lake Superior. Dubbed the “Palisade Retreat” on Sotheby’s International Realty website, this home boasts 1,480 feet of shoreline along Lake…
Dayton Pushes for $138M for Schools' Budget Shortfalls
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Gov. Mark Dayton is calling for $138 million in emergency funding for Minnesota schools as districts across the state grapple with budget shortfalls. Dayton unveiled his request to lawmakers Tuesday as the Legislature heads toward…
Midday Update 5-1-18
An update on local news and weather.
EPA Finds Nothing Toxic at Wisconsin Refinery Explosion Site
SUPERIOR, Wis. (AP) - The Environmental Protection Agency says it has finished monitoring the air at the site of a recent oil refinery explosion in northwestern Wisconsin and found no elevated levels of anything toxic. The blast at the Husky…
Guitar Legend Gibson Seeks Bankruptcy Protection
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The maker of the Gibson guitar, omnipresent for decades on the American rock `n' roll stage, is filing for bankruptcy protection after wrestling for years with debt. Gibson guitars have been esteemed by generations of guitar…
US Warns Liquid Nicotine Packets Resemble Juice Boxes, Candy
WASHINGTON (AP) - Federal health authorities are issuing warnings to makers of liquid nicotine whose packaging resembles children's juice boxes, candies and cookies. The Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday the packaging practice is illegal for vaping formulas. The agency…
Duluth YMCA Offers Swim Scholarships for Underserved Communities
DULUTH, Minn. - Summer is just a couple months away which means families will be out on the lakes enjoying weekends up North. But while enjoying the warmer weather, families should always…
Minnesota Man Works to Support Vietnam Veterans
SUPERIOR, Wis. - History is hard to miss throughout the Northland and one center in the Twin Ports is continuously educating citizens and supporting local veterans. One way the Richard I. Bong…
15 Arrested in Cloquet Drug Investigation
CLOQUET, Minn. – An investigation by the Cloquet Police Department dubbed “Operation Spring Cleaning” has led to the arrest of 15 individuals selling controlled substances in the City of Cloquet and surrounding areas. Authorities say during the investigation, “detectives purchased…
Morning Update 5-1-8
An update on local news and weather.
Northern Minnesota Wildfire Burns Nearly 6,000 Acres
ROSEAU, Minn. (AP) — A northern Minnesota wildfire has burned nearly 6,000 acres. The Minnesota Interagency Fire Center says the blaze that began Sunday evening remains very active due to westerly winds. The fire is burning about 15 miles northwest…
Minnesota Deputy Charged in Wisconsin Child sex Crimes
BARRON, Wis. (AP) - A sheriff's deputy from Minnesota has been jailed in northwestern Wisconsin on felony child sex crimes. Sixty-year-old Jeffrey Masek is charged in Barron County with child enticement-sexual contact, attempted second-degree sexual assault of a child and…
Following Explosion, UMD Researchers Interested in Black Carbon Levels in Lake Superior
DULUTH, Minn. -- Less than a week since the refinery explosion in Superior, scientists from UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory are launching a research mission to study the waters of Lake Superior.…
Superior Pursuits Back on the Big Lake
McQUADE HARBOR, Minn. - Just one semester shy of graduating from Northern Michigan University, Captain Parker Bambenek of Superior Pursuits was hit by a snowmobiler while ice fishing.…
'One District, One Book' Project at Duluth Edison Charter Schools
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Edison Charter Schools are starting a district-wide special reading project. Every kindergarten through fifth grade student, staff member, and administrator will receive a copy of…
Questions Arise After Refinery Explosion
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Questions are rising involving Husky Energy's use of Hydrogen Fluoride, a deadly, skin eating chemical when in contact with humans. This comes after the historic explosion…
Superior Fire & Police Department Back On Schedule After Husky Fire
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Superior Fire and Police Departments were just two of the many agencies to answer the call for the Husky Energy Refinery explosion. Now both departments are finally getting back on…
Local Road Improvements Take Priority Before Twin Ports Interchange Project Begins
DULUTH, Minn.- Updates on the long-awaited can of worms construction formally known as the Twin Ports Interchange Project. Officials say construction on local roads will be the first priority before starting…
Servers and Customers at Local Diner Work Together to Evacuate Safely
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Husky Oil Refinery explosion last Thursday forced business in Superior to close up shop for the day. We spoke with one local dinner where servers and customers watched it…
Welcome to the Partisan Fury, Michelle Wolf
NEW YORK (AP) - White House Correspondents Association roaster Michelle Wolf joins a club with the likes of Kathy Griffin, Stormy Daniels and David Hogg - little-known or unknown figures who suddenly became surrogates for the hyper-partisan rhetorical warfare of…
Critical Bill Matching State, Federal tax Codes Passes House
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota House has passed a bill matching the state's tax code with new federal tax cuts. The GOP-backed proposal that cleared the House Monday includes modest income tax rate cuts for more than two…
MPR News Announces Minnesota's Most-Loved Lake
DULUTH, Minn. - The votes are in and the most-loved Minnesota Lake is…Lake Superior! MPR News announced the winner today in their month-long 'Minnesota’s Most-Loved Lake contest'. MPR News readers submitted hundreds of nominations, thousands of votes and heartfelt testimonials…
