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Starks Academy Clinic Begins Next Week
DULUTH, Minn.-A former Duluth East standout basketball player has made his way back to Duluth to help future generations of hoopsters. Dyami Starks will be hosting his first ever Starks Academy next…
Teardown of Morgan Park Middle School Continues
DULUTH, Minn.-The teardown of the old Morgan Park Middle School is continuing to buzz along which will eventually make way for some new rental units. The development will consist of eight,…
First "Saltie" of the Season to Arrive in Duluth-Superior Port
DULUTH, Minn. - The first “saltie” of the 2018 commercial navigation season will be making its way under the Aerial Lift Bridge tonight at approximately 8 p.m. The Federal Weser is making its stop at the CHS terminal on the…
In new Book, Comey Says Trump ‘Untethered to Truth’
WASHINGTON (AP) - Former FBI Director James Comey blasts President Donald Trump as “unethical'' and “untethered to truth'' in a new book. He calls Trump's leadership of the country “ego driven and about personal loyalty.'' Comey's comments come in the…
Dayton Blasts Millionaire who Says he Took Food Stamps
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Gov. Mark Dayton has criticized a self-described millionaire who says he legally qualified for food stamps and took them to prove the system is vulnerable to abuse. Rob Undersander of Waite Park told a legislative…
Kremlin Spokesman Warns Against Syria Strike
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Kremlin spokesman is warning the U.S. and its allies against any steps that could destabilize the situation in Syria. Asked about possible U.S. strikes on Syria, President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Thursday that "it's…
Minnesota Gov. Dayton Criticizes his Predecessor Pawlenty
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is criticizing his predecessor, Republican Tim Pawlenty, who has announced plans to seek his old office. Dayton told the Star Tribune on Wednesday he doesn't know what Pawlenty is going to…
Minnesota to Spend $1.3 Million Amid Licensing System Complaints
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota will spend $1.3 million to temporarily add staff to handle the fallout from the launch of the state Licensing and Registration System. The Star Tribune reports that the state Driver and Vehicle Services office…
Farley's Family Restaurant is Home to Award-Winning Quiche
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - A local restaurant is touting a new title after a successful run at an international competition. Farley's Family Restaurant got Second Place at the World Food Championships with their…
Midday Update 4-12-18
An update on local news and weather.
Minneapolis man on Trial in UW-Stout Student Death
MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP) - A Minneapolis man is on trial in the beating death of a University of Wisconsin-Stout student from Saudi Arabia. The Leader-Telegram reports a jury was selected Tuesday for the trial of 28-year-old Cullen Osburn. He's charged…
Dayton Seeks Nearly $1M to Keep Suicide Hotline Afloat
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is calling on lawmakers to set aside $969,000 to keep the state's only suicide prevention hotline from closing. The Minnesota Suicide Prevention Lifeline recently announced it would be forced to shut…
Bring Your Unloaded gun: Gun Rights Supporters Plan Rallies
(AP) - Organizers are encouraging gun rights supporters to bring unloaded rifles to rallies at state capitols across the U.S. this weekend to counter a recent wave of student-led protests against gun violence. A group called the National Constitutional Coalition…
Another top Official Leaves National Security Council
WASHINGTON (AP) - Another top National Security Council staffer is leaving the White House as new National Security Adviser John Bolton makes his mark. Deputy national security adviser Ricky Waddell will be exiting the administration, said two administration officials with…
Trump Pick for Number Two job at EPA Clears Hurdle
WASHINGTON (AP) - Republicans have cleared a procedural hurdle to confirm a former coal industry lobbyist as the No. 2 official at the Environmental Protection Agency. If confirmed as deputy administrator, Andrew Wheeler would be next in line to lead…
State Won't Collect $30 Million in MinnesotaCare Premiums
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - State officials say they will give up on efforts to collect a backlog of $30 million in MinnesotaCare premiums that weren't paid because of problems with a computer system. The Minnesota Department of Human Services…
Morning Update 4-12-18
An update on local news and weather.
Duluth Man to Run 13.1 Miles In Kevlar Vest For Fallen Officers
A respect for law enforcement has inspired one Northland man to go above and beyond to help the families of fallen officers. Austin Lauridsen is raising awareness for them by…
Softball Sweeps, Baseball Splits as 'Dogs Spring in Duluth
SB: Minnesota Crookston 1, Minnesota Duluth 9 (F) Minnesota Crookston 0, Minnesota Duluth 1 (F) BB: St.Cloud State 2, Minnesota Duluth 4 (F) St.Cloud State 6, Minnesota Duluth 5 (F)
City Of Duluth To Launch Sales Tax Agreement With Airbnb
DULUTH, Minn. (Press Release) – The Duluth City Council passed a resolution Monday evening authorizing the Mayor and Chief Financial Officer to enter into what would be a historic tax collection agreement with Airbnb, the world’s leading community-driven hospitality company.…
Mock Rape Trial Held at UMD
DULUTH, Minn. - A mock rape trial was held at the University of Minnesota Duluth. It featured a fictional crime being presented by real attorneys in front of a real judge.…
'Mouthful of Maple' Serves Maple Syrup Recipes at Glensheen
DULUTH, Minn. - You can get your maple syrup fix every Wednesday this month at the historic Glensheen estate. 'Mouthful of Maple' has cooking demonstrations and samples from the Duluth Grill.…
Duluth Parks and Recreation Commission Holds Annual Meeting
DULUTH, Minn. - The Lincoln Park renovation project has now been fully funded. Construction will begin in that park later this year. Meanwhile, the Duluth Parks and Recreation Commission is…
City Council Approves New Public Housing Police Officer
DULUTH, Minn. - A new public housing community officer will be added to the Duluth police force. The city council approved paying $270,000 to fund the officer over the next three…
Security Jewelers Auctioning Marathon Entries For Charity
DULUTH, Minn. - Going once, going twice, sold! The deadline to register for the Garry Bjorkland Half Marathon may have passed but if you're still interested you have a chance to bid for…
NASA Program Brings Lunar Samples to Duluth Classrooms
DULUTH, Minn.- Northland classrooms have an opportunity to learn with lunar rocks through a NASA program. Lunar samples have been collected from the Apollo missions, but thanks to this training…
Animal Allies Awarded Thousands From "Share the Love" Campaign
DULUTH, Minn.- Not only is it National Pet Day, but Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth has even more reasons to celebrate. Animal Allies was presented with a check from Subaru…
Local Reaction On Speaker Paul Ryan's Announcement
DULUTH, Minn. - We caught up with Bill Miller a professor from the College of St. Scholastica for his reaction to Speaker Paul Ryan's decision to not run. Miller believes the amount…
New Online Tool Bridging Health Community In the Northland
DULUTH, Minn. - The St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services Department has joined forces with other organizations to make health information available at your fingertips. Essentia Health and St. Luke's…
