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…
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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…
Fire Danger Remains High in Much of Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin natural resources officials say the danger of a wildfire igniting is high to extreme in much of the state due to warm temperatures, low humidity and gusty winds. The Department of Natural Resources responded to…
Businessman Offers Local Students Free College
RUSH CITY, Minn. (AP) - A Rush City businessman is giving the gift of education to seniors at the local high school. More than 40 percent of this year's graduates at Rush City High School will be attending college for…
Senate Votes to Nullify Minnesota Wild Rice Water Standard
(AP) - The Minnesota Senate has voted 38-28 to nullify a water quality standard that's meant to protect wild rice, a food central to the culture and diet of the region's Ojibwe Indians. Senators voted Monday to add $500,000 for…
Duluth Homegrown Music Festival Kicks Off
DULUTH, Minn. - Music is filling Duluth as the Homegrown Music Festival is officially underway. With several performances each day, the festival will run through Sunday, May 6. Tonight, Monday, April 30,…
Prominent Trump Critic Painter Enters Minnesota Senate Race
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - A former Republican White House lawyer and prominent critic of President Donald Trump is running for former Sen. Al Franken's seat. And he's running as a Democrat. Richard Painter filed paperwork with the FEC late…
New "Learning Community" Provides Space for Families of Job Seekers with Disabilities
DULUTH, Minn. - It can sometimes be difficult for those with disabilities to find a competitive job in the workforce. On Tuesday, May 1, families can get more insight on the topic…
Get Ready for the Most Expensive Driving Season in Years
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Get ready for a little bit more pain at the pump this summer. Crude oil prices are at the highest level in more than three years and expected to climb higher, pushing up gasoline prices along…
Midday Update 4-30-18
An update on local news and weather.
Minnesota Author to Release Newest Duluth-based Book
DULUTH, Minn. - A fictional Duluth Detective is back in action in Brian Freeman's newest book, "Alter Ego" following Jonathan Stride. Alter Ego, like other books in the "Stride" series, features a…
Chmielewski Polkafest to Celebrate 40 Years
HINCKLEY, Minn. - The polka tradition is continuing in Minnesota with the 40th Annual Chmielewski Polkafest this year. The long-standing weekend event is taking place Friday, May 18 - Sunday, May 20…
UMinn Settles Harassment Complaints for Nearly $300,000
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Newly released documents show the University of Minnesota paid nearly $300,000 to settle sexual harassment complaints related to former athletic director Norwood Teague. He resigned in 2015 after two high-ranking administrators said he sexually harassed them at…
Minnesota to see Hungry Ticks Emerge in Warm Weather
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - An expert says the delayed spring and a week of temperatures reaching 65 degrees Fahrenheit means ticks will likely come out soon in large numbers in Minnesota. The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports that ticks…
Will Sprint-T-Mobile Combo Hurt Consumers?
NEW YORK (AP) - Consumer advocacy groups are worried that T-Mobile’s bid for Sprint will likely lead to higher cellphone plans because there’s less competition. The watchdog group Common Cause says low-income consumers seeking more affordable services will be particularly…
Morning Update 4-30-18
An update on local news and weather.
