Minnesota State’s Registration System Needs $10 Million Infusion
ST. PAUL, Minn. - MNLARS says it needs $10 million dollars in emergency funds by Thursday. The state’s newly appointed IT Commissioner telling lawmakers if they “Don’t get the…
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Afternoon Stabbing Sends one to the Hospital
UPDATE: The suspect has been located and is in custody. --------------------------------------------------------------- CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet police officers responded to a stabbing this afternoon that occurred at the Washington Avenue Laundromat. Officers located an adult male bleeding from his torso and…
Shots Fired in Eveleth Leads to Arrest
EVELETH, Minn.-The Eveleth Police Department made an arrest at about 8 p.m. last night after a report of a bullet striking a home there. The police were dispatched to 618 Adams Ave. after a homeowner heard a loud "bang." Officers…
Foxconn Plant Could Reduce Road Funding by $90 Million
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Funding for state road projects could be reduced as much as $90 million by mid-2019 in order to pay for roadwork related to the $10 billion Foxconn Technology Group plant in southeast Wisconsin. That's the determination…
St. Cloud University Lawsuit
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) - A judge has broadened the scope of a lawsuit filed by female student athletes who claim St. Cloud University has offered more opportunities for men in athletics than for women. Chief U.S. District Judge John…
Adopt Julie the Cat Today!
DULUTH, Minn. - Every year on the last Tuesday of February, animal activists join forces to advocate for World Spay Day. This annual campaign shines a light on the power of…
Midday Update 2-28-18
An update on local news and weather.
Supreme Court hearing Minnesota polling place apparel case
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Minnesota law that bars residents from wearing political clothing at the polls — from Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” hats to Democratic Party T-shirts and union buttons — is being debated at the Supreme Court.…
Dick's to Stop Selling Assault-Style Rifles in its Stores
NEW YORK-Dick's Sporting Goods will immediately end sales of assault-style rifles in its stores and won't sell guns to anyone under 21 years old following the school massacre in Parkland, Fla. Dick's Chairman and CEO Edward Stack said on "Good…
Thousands Expected at 10th Annual Duluth Women's Expo
DULUTH, Minn. - The 10th Annual Duluth Women's Expo is taking place this weekend and this year it's expected to be even bigger and better than ever before. On Saturday, March…
Minnesota has $329 Million Budget Surplus
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota lawmakers have $329 million budget surplus for the year. Wednesday's update on the state's financial standing will be welcome news to state lawmakers who had previously been warned of a small budget shortfall. State officials…
Nine-Year-Old Pianist and Composer to Perform at KTWH Variety Show
TWO HARBORS, Minn. - A local radio station in Two Harbors is hoping to rid Northlanders of their cabin fever with an annual event. The Cabin Fever Reliever Radio Variety Show…
Despite Nolan Retirement, Mills Says no New Bid for Congress
MINNEAPOLIS-Republican Stewart Mills says he won't run for Congress again despite Rep. Rick Nolan's retirement. Mills said in November he wouldn't challenge Nolan, a Democrat, for a third time. When Nolan recently announced plans to retire, Mills said he was…
Registration for Twin Ports Pro Development Camp Opens Thursday
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Young hockey players in the Northland will once again get the chance to skate with and learn from professional hockey players. The 3rd Annual Twin Ports Pro Development Camp…
Students Help Celebrate Minnesota School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
DULUTH, Minn. - Today is Minnesota School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Students throughout Minnesota are finding special ways to show their school bus drivers how much their appreciated. One Duluth School is showing appreciation to their humble heroes by displaying…
Morning Update 2-28-28
An update on local news and weather.
Twin Ports Mayors Declare Gold Medal Day
In case you haven't heard Tuesday is officially "Gold Medal Day" in the Twin Ports. Duluth and Superior's mayors gave the U.S.A Men and Women’s Curling Team members keys to the…
Great Outdoors: The American Birkebeiner
HAYWARD, Wis. - In this edition of Great Outdoors we look back at a successful Birkie in Hayward and meet the people who make it such a popular race.
Ashland Snowmobile Trails Look Strong
ASHLAND, Wis. - With winter officially ending in less than a month, you still have a little bit of time to hit the snowmobile trails. One great place to do it…
Paddle Park Proposal Approved
DULUTH, Minn.- A new park dedicated to non motorized watercraft will be put in place near the bottom of Spirit Mountain on the St. Louis River it was approved by the Duluth…
Construct Tomorrow Gives Students Hands-On Career Guidance
DULUTH, Minn. - Area students have the opportunity to learn all about construction and trades careers at the Construct Tomorrow job fair at the DECC in Duluth. More than a thousand…
Sen. Tom Bakk Invites Delta Air Lines to Minnesota Amid Gun Debate
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota Senate DFL Caucus Leader Tom Bakk is encouraging Delta Air Lines to move its corporate headquarters to Minnesota. Delta absorbed Minnesota grown airline Northwest in 2008 and consolidated operations in Atlanta, Georgia. This invitation comes…
Squash the Hunger Drive Begins
DULUTH, Minn.-The Squash the Hunger Campaign has kicked off in Duluth. The program is aimed at getting more businesses and groups to host food and collection drives throughout the community. Last…
UWS Administrators' Emails About Program Cuts Released
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The AFT Wisconsin Workers Union has released emails which they say prove UW-Superior Administration knowingly broke rules when they suspended twenty-five academic programs last October. The union, which some UWS faculty members are a part of, made…
Teen Taken Into Custody After School Shooting Threat
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police area a 14-year-old boy after they were notified of social media threats regarding a possible school shooting. An investigation was made and the teen was taken into custody for "threats of violence." A search of the…
Plane Search in the Canyon Area Called off
CANYON, Minn. – The search for a possible downed aircraft has been called off in the Canyon area. The search started at about 10 a.m. this morning when a person reported seeing a low flying plane and then a plume…
MN High School Graduation Rate Hits Record High
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Education today released new high school graduation rate data, which show that the Class of 2017 posted the highest graduation rate on record at 82.7 percent. The following is a statement from…
