Midday Update 3-20-18
An update on local news and weather.
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Fuse Duluth Invites Public to Anniversary Networking Event
DULUTH, Minn. - This year Fuse Duluth, a networking group in town, is celebrating 13 years and they're hoping you attend the party. This year's anniversary theme is Fire and Ice. The…
Sheriff Update: School Officer Unhurt, Shooter Dead
GREAT MILLS, Md (AP) - A sheriff says the school resource officer who shot at the suspect during a shooting at a Maryland high school is unhurt. Speaking at a news conference, St. Mary’s County Tim Cameron says the male…
Authorities in Washburn County Warn of Police Impersonator
WASHBURN COUNTY, Wis. - The Washburn County Sheriff’s Office posted a statement on their Facebook page yesterday warning residents in the area to be on the lookout for a suspicious driver impersonating a law enforcement officer. The sheriff’s office was…
Northland Uncovered: Lake County Courthouse
TWO HARBORS, Minn. - County courthouses are visited for necessity and oftentimes the history represented within the walls is overlooked. One courthouse in the Northland has been standing for over 100 years,…
Investigators Suspect FedEx Bomb is Tied to Austin Bombings
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Austin police have deployed a hazardous materials squad to a FedEx shipping facility near the city's airport to investigate reports of a suspicious package. It isn't known yet if the suspicious package is linked to a…
World’s Last Male Northern White Rhino, Sudan, Dies
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The world’s last male northern white rhino, Sudan, has died after “age-related complications,” researchers announced Tuesday, saying he “stole the heart of many with his dignity and strength.” A statement from the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in…
Morning Update 3-20-18
An update on local news and weather.
Maryland High School Shooting Contained, People Injured
GREAT MILLS, Md. (AP) — A shooting caused injuries at a Maryland high school Tuesday morning, and authorities said the situation was “contained” as deputies and federal agents converged on the crime scene. St. Mary’s Couty Sheriff spokeswoman Cpl. Julie…
Randolph Signs ECHL Deal with Railers
DULUTH, Minn- Duluth native Jake Randolph has signed a pro contract with the Worcester Railers of the ECHL. Randolph wrapped up his career with the University of Nebraska-Omaha boasting 27 career goals and…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Spring at Last Greenhouse
DULUTH, Minn. - The first day of spring has gardeners and plant lovers excited. But it’s still a little too chilly to start moving our plants outside. One greenhouse…
Despite Chains Closing, Some Local Toy Stores Continue to Expand
DULUTH, Minn. - Many Toys-R-Us stores are closing across the country as the retail giant files for bankruptcy, but some local toy stores continue to expand. Legacy Toys has stores in Ely…
Countless People Impacted by True North Adaptive Yoga
DULUTH, Minn. - Every year it’s estimated more than 400,000 Americans will be diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. In the Northland, one local non profit organization is working to make the diagnosis…
Bikers Prepare for Upcoming Motorcycle Season
DULUTH, Minn. - Motorcycle season is fast approaching. Local bike repair shops say they're packed with customers getting their motorcycles ready for the warm weather. Because Northland summers are so short, bikers…
Phase Two of Belknap Highway Reconstruction Begins In Superior
SUPERIOR, Wisc. - Phase two of the Belknap Highway 2 Reconstruction Project in Superior is now underway. The $23 million project includes transforming the center section from John Avenue to Birch…
Forum on Opioids Held at South Ridge School
CULVER, Minn. - St. Louis County officials are continuing to battle the opioid epidemic in this region. At a program at South Ridge School in Culver, people learned how to administer Narcan…
UMD, Mankato Set For Third Clash of Season
DULUTH, Minn- While most sports fans tore their busted brackets to shreds this weekend, the Bulldog Men's Hockey team is happy with theirs as UMD returns to the NCAA Tournament for the 4th…
Experts Offer Tips for Getting Your Boat Prepared for Fishing Season
SUPERIOR, Wis.-With the fishing opener only a few months away, it might be time to start checking over your boat so it’s ready to go in May. Experts over at Mac Sport and…
Superior Conducts Annual Stormwater Cleaning Training
SUPERIOR, Wisc. - Experts with the city of Superior say stormwater is the biggest pollutant to Lake Superior from their community. Contractors and consultants who design and implement new projects in the…
Gordy’s Opening Tomorrow for its 58th Season
CLOQUET, Minn. – It’s a day that many Northlanders see as the first signs of spring. Gordy’s Hi Hat will be opening its doors tomorrow at 10 a.m. for its 58th season. The family owned burger joint opened in 1960…
Assembly Committee to Hold Hearing on School Safety Bills
MADISON, Wis.-The Wisconsin Assembly Education Committee has scheduled a public hearing on Gov. Scott Walker's $100 million school safety plan and other related proposals. The hearing Tuesday comes as the Assembly is expected to pass the bills in a special…
Mille Lacs Faces Third Catch-and-Release-Only Walleye Season
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Anglers and resort owners on Mille Lacs Lake face a third consecutive catch-and-release-only season for walleyes. The Department of Natural Resources said Monday that maintaining the restriction for the open-water season that opens May 12 will let it…
Woman Struck and Killed by Self-Driving Uber Vehicle
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A self-driving Uber SUV struck and killed a pedestrian in suburban Phoenix in the first death involving a fully autonomous test vehicle, prompting the ride-hailing company Monday to suspend all road-testing of such autos in the…
Senate Signs off on MNLARS Money, but no Checks go out yet
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota's Senate has signed off on $10 million in emergency funding to fix the state's troubled new driver's registration system. The Senate approved a bill Monday to fund repairs to the new platform known as…
Four Year old Injured When Dropped From Third Floor by Relative
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) - St. Cloud police say a 4-year-old girl suffered injuries when she was dropped by a relative from a third-story balcony. WJON reports Assistant Police Chief Jeff Oxton says a witness told officers the man was…
Pawlenty Files Campaign Committee for Expected Governor run
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty has formed a campaign committee to run for his old job. The two-term governor announced Monday he created a campaign committee for the 2018 election. It's not official yet, as…
Minnesota Ballet Takes on Famous "Swan Lake" for Spring Performances
DULUTH, Minn. - The ballet is back with Spring performances of Swan Lake this weekend. Minnesota Ballet Executive Artistic Director Robert Gardner is staging the ballet in honor of his 10 year…
Great Lakes Aquarium celebrates otters' birthday
DULUTH, Minn. - The otters Agate and Ore turned five years old this year. The playful little ladies were given a special treat on Saturday – a birthday "cake" made out of ice…
