New Businesses Replacing Miller Hill Mall Grizzly's
DULUTH, Minn.- A proposal has been passed by the Duluth Planning Commission to tear down the Miller Hill Grizzly's along with Fred's Motors which is right next door to it. What would replace…
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Pennsylvania Congressional Contest Considered Preview for November Midterms
MT. LEBANON, Pa. (AP) — Voters across western Pennsylvania weighed in Tuesday on a surprisingly tight congressional contest that pitted the strength of President Donald Trump’s grasp on blue-collar America against the energy and anger of the political left. The…
"Going Blue" at 8th Annual River Summit
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Here in the Northland, we depend on our lakes just to keep us alive. This week, a conference has those fresh waters in mind. It’s the eighth annual…
Web Surfing Classes Offered for Seniors
DULUTH, Minn.-Seniors are getting help in the Northland with their computer skills. Senior LinkAge Line held a class today at the Rainbow Community Center to teacher the elderly all about surfing…
President Donald Trump Pays Visit to Wall Prototypes
SAN DIEGO (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday got his chance to inspect prototypes for the “big beautiful border wall” he wants to build to separate the U.S. from Mexico,…
Sugar Ray To Headline "Rock The Big Top" During Grandma's Marathon Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. – Come for the race, stay for the party and “Rock The Big Top” with the best live entertainment Canal Park has to offer! Grandma’s Marathon is excited to present Sugar Ray as the headliner for the Big…
Proposal to Remove the Grizzly's Restaurant in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – A proposal has been submitted to the Duluth Planning Commission to remove Grizzly’s restaurant and Fred’s Motors on Miller Trunk Highway and replace them with two new buildings. In the proposal one building would be designated for…
GOP Proposes Work Requirement for Public Health Care
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota Republicans will push to impose a work requirement for the state's health care program for those in poverty. A group of House and Senate Republicans introduced a bill Monday that would require Medical Assistance enrollees to work…
Minnesota's Exports up Eight Percent From 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota’s Department of Employment and Economic Development announced the state exported $21 billion worth of products last year, which is an eight percent jump from 2016. “Exports continue to be a vital part of our state’s economy, supporting…
Student Walkouts Planned Across US to Protest gun Violence
(AP) - From Maine to Hawaii, thousands of students planned to stage walkouts Wednesday to protest gun violence, one month after the deadly shooting inside a high school in Parkland, Florida. Organizers say nearly 3,000 walkouts are set in the…
Kirk Cousins is likely to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, per sources
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) _ Free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins is predictably the top priority on Minnesota's offseason shopping list. Cousins will visit with the Vikings on Wednesday after the league year begins, his agent Mike McCartney said. ESPN reported Tuesday that…
Official who led Troubled Licensing System is Fired
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - A state official who led Minnesota's troubled computer system for vehicle licensing has been fired. The $93 million system has been plagued by problems since it went online last summer. And, the Department of Public…
Midday Update 3-13-18
An update on local news and weather.
String Quartet to Perform in Duluth Breweries
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth is known for its great craft beer industry, and also for the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra. Now, the two are joining forces. The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra is going…
Three Students in Critical Condition Following van, Semi Crash
BENSON, Minn. (AP) - Six young people remain hospitalized, including three in critical condition, following a collision between a school van and a semi in western Minnesota. The Swift County Sheriff's Office says a 14-year-old and two 16-year-olds are in…
Kid-Friendly Events Connect Youth to Northland History
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Two fun events in Superior are getting school-aged kids involved with local history. Officials at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center are continuing Camp Bong have created another…
Toppers Pizza to Open in Duluth Mid-April
DULUTH, Minn. - A new spot to pick up a pizza will soon be open in Duluth. Two Duluth natives, Jordan DeCaro and Jon Matko, are opening a Wisconsin-based Toppers Pizza location.…
Morning Update 3-13-18
An update on local news and weather.
Tillerson out at State, to be Replaced by CIA Chief Pompeo
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump fired Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Tuesday and said he would nominate CIA Director Mike Pompeo to replace him, in a major staff reshuffle just as Trump dives into high-stakes talks with North…
Policy Change: Duluth Police Allowed To Sport Beards -- With Conditions
DULUTH, Minn. - What turned out to be a facial-hair fundraiser for local non-profits this past November has turned into a permanent policy that now allows Duluth police officers to sport beards…
No.8 UMD Faces Familiar Foe in No.4 Denver
DULUTH, Minn- An unusual postseason for the UMD Men's Hockey team, not because they've moved on to the NCHC semifinals, but because for the first time in program history they're defending last seasons…
UMD Designated 3M School
DULUTH, Minn.- The University of Minnesota Duluth is now the 14th Frontline Sales Initiative school in the nation. UMD is partnering up with 3M which is providing grants, internship opportunities, and much more.…
How Aquaculture Affects Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn.- The bait industry plays a large role in Minnesota which is just one facet of aquaculture . The Minnesota Sea Grant at the University of Minnesota Duluth is discussing how…
Art From the Earth; Yarrow Mead Metals
DULUTH, Minn. - They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but for one Northland native, diamonds don’t do a thing. The Armory Arts and Music Center in Duluth is…
Belknap Construction Beginning Soon
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The second half of the $23 million improvement project on Belknap Street in Superior is scheduled to begin on March 19th. This years construction phase will consist of the areas in…
Upcoming Topics at Capitol Days
DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday is Capitol Days as Duluth and St. Louis County will head to St. Paul discussing local issues. Over 500 community members and local officials are bringing a voice for the…
New Performing Arts Center Could Come to Two Harbors
TWO HARBORS, Minn. - A new performing arts center could soon be coming to downtown Two Harbors. The city's bandshell has hosted performances since the 1930s, but…
