Vanilla Bean Opens New Restaurant in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.-Vanilla Bean has opened a new spot in Duluth. The mainstay in Two Harbors has been around for about 20 years, and the new owners thought now is a good…
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Foster Parents Wanted in St. Louis County
DULUTH, Minn.-St. Louis County is in need of foster parents. Today a workshop at the Government Services Center was held where Northlander’s could learn all about the process. The main goal is…
Superior Ice Cream Maker Expanding
SUPERIOR, Wis.-You will soon have a new spot to get your sweet tooth fix. This summer Love Creamery in the Superior incubator, will be opening a brick and mortar shop in…
Other Candidates Considering Running for Nolan's Seat
DULUTH, Minn.-With Rep. Rick Nolan (DFL) announcing he will be retiring from office at the end of his term, some more possible candidates have come forward. Pete Stauber has already announced he is vying for the GOP ticket, but a…
Longtime Duluth Radio Host Passes Away
DULUTH, Minn. - For 26 years John Bushey has been on the KUMD airwaves, but last week he recorded his final show. Bushey passed away last night after a battle with cancer.…
Chicago Gearing Up for More Rounds of Snow
CHICAGO- Chicago officials say about 6 to 7 inches of snow has fallen on the city and they're gearing up for three more waves through the weekend. Mayor Rahm Emanuel said at a Friday morning news conference that the city,…
Proctor Man Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison on Attempted Murder Charge
PROCTOR, Minn.-Forty-one-old Rusty Kallis of Proctor was sentenced today to 16 years in prison for attempted first-degree murder. Kallis was accused of trying to shoot his live-in girlfriend back in 2016. During the incident, police said he fired numerous rounds…
Fishing Contest Prize Winners Cleared in Brainerd
BRAINERD, Minn.-Organizers of a Minnesota ice fishing tournament says an investigation into possible fraud has cleared three Ohio men who won prizes, including a pickup truck. The Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza says the three family members have passed lie…
St. Louis County Gets AA+ Credit Rating
DULUTH, Minn.-Standard and Poor's Ratings Service has reaffirmed St. Louis County's AA+ credit rating. "This is good news for St. Louis County and its tax payers as it comes just days before a large planned sale of $28 million of general obligation…
St. Luke's Doctors Help Patients Deal Impact of Cancer Treatment
DULUTH, Minn. - This month, doctors from St. Luke's Hospital are working together to help those who have gone through cancer treatment. Stacy Sandberg, the Clinic Manager for St. Luke's Regional Cancer…
Keeping Your Body Healthy in Cold Weather
DULUTH, Minn. - For this week's Active Adventures we spoke with Annita Winkels, DPT of In Motion Therapy. Winkels gave advice for staying healthy while out in extremely cold weather. In Motion…
Midday Update 2-9-18
An update on local news and weather.
House Fire Sends Resident to Hospital
MEADOWLANDS, Minn. - Friday morning, the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office received a call about a house fire. The call came in at 5:05 a.m., and the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to the 10200 block of Dart…
Morning Update 2-9-18
An update on local news and weather.
Congressman Rick Nolan to Retire After Current Term
WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Rick Nolan has announced he will be retiring at the end of his term. Rep. Nolan made the announcement through a letter to the press Friday morning. Nolan has represented Minnesota's 8th Congressional District since 2013.…
Trump signs budget deal, government reopens
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday signed a $400 billion budget deal that sharply boosts spending and swells the federal deficit, ending a brief federal government shutdown that happened while most Americans were sleeping and most government offices…
2018 Black Woods Blizzard Tour Looks to Surpass One Million Dollars
PROCTOR, Minn. - Over 200 snowmobile riders and dozens of volunteers are warmed up Thursday evening at Fortune Bay Resort in Tower, Minnesota. The 19th Annual Black Woods…
Final Polymet Project Public Meeting Held
DULUTH, Minn.- Hundreds of people packed the DECC for the final public input meeting on Polymet's proposed copper nickel mine near Babbit. The police presence was ramped up, before anyone even entered…
Hit and Run Accident in Duluth
UPDATE: The vehicle's driver has been identified and interviewed. We will update you have more details become available. DULUTH, Minn. - The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is investigating a hit-and-run accident that occurred around 11P.M. last Friday evening, February 2,…
Public Meetings For PolyMet Permit to Mine Conclude In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are hosting the final public meeting in Duluth surrounding the proposed PolyMet project. At stake are the permits needed for PolyMet's proposed copper-nickel mine near…
Enbridge Protesters Look Toward Jury Trial
DULUTH, Minn. - Three people are facing trespassing charges for refusing to leave an Enbridge office in Duluth last year. Last December, they delivered a complaint letter to Enbridge. They read that same letter in front…
Tips Offered for How to Handle Dry Skin During Winter Months
DULUTH, Minn.-Many Northlander's already know that having dry skin is routine during the winter time. What some may not know, is how to moisturize their skin properly. That's where you may…
St. Louis County Land Sale Auction Brings In More Than $374K
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - There are not many places around the Northland where you can buy property for as low as $200. But it could happen at a tax forfeited land sale auction.…
Arrowhead Road Project Approved
DULUTH, Minn.-The St. Louis County Board has approved a construction project for Arrowhead Road. The project will include overlaying the portion from Rice Lake Road to Haines Road. It’s expected to…
Water Leak Repair Planned for Port Area February 9
DULUTH, Minn. - The City of Duluth Public Works and Utilities crew will be fixing a water leak on Garfield Ave on Friday, February 9th, 2018. The City anticipates turning off water service to properties along Garfield Ave, south of…
Austin Hilden Sentenced in Vehicular Homicide Case
DULUTH, Minn. - Today 19 year old Austin Darrell Hilden is sentenced to 41 months in prison. According to St. Louis County Attorney Mark Rubin, Hilden pled guilty in State District Court to one count of Criminal Vehicular Homicide and…
