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"Anonymous" Collecting Clothing and Blankets for the Homeless
DULUTH, Minn. - Freezing cold temperatures can be dangerous for thousands of homeless people across the country. In Duluth, the group "Anonymous" is collecting clothing and blanket donations for the homeless. They…
Gander Outdoors in Hermantown to Open Early This Year
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - Many Gander Outdoors stores are re-opening, including the former Gander Mountain in Hermantown. The Gander Outdoors CEO gave a list of stores expected to open by the end of May.…
Local Business Mining Cryptocurrency
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - There has been a lot of talk about bitcoin and other cryptocurrency recently. Now, there's a business in the Northland where that currency is mined and released into the…
Ordinance May Restrict Flavored Tobacco Products In Duluth Convenience Stores
Management from both smaller local convenience stores and big names like Kwik Trip are speaking out against the proposed ban. Gary Milk House Owner Derek Medved carries a variety of flavored…
Flu Season Affecting Many in the Northland
DULUTH, Minn.- Have you been feeling under the weather lately? Doctors say this flu season could be shaping out to be worse than last years. Medical professionals say you don't need to…
Senator Tina Smith Visits the Northland
DULUTH, Minn.- Friday night Senator Tina Smith made her first big public appearance, meeting Northlanders in Duluth. Senator Smith spoke with Northlanders at Hoops Brewery, on what she hopes to tackle…
Local Investing Expert Sees Future Dip in Market
DULUTH, Minn.-The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed out at 25,000 yesterday, the first time that’s ever happened. That begs the question if Northlander's should start investing more. One local financial advisor said you…
FX CEO Says No Sexual Misconduct by Louis C.K. While at Company
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — FX Networks CEO John Landgraf says an investigation into sexual misconduct by Louis C.K. found nothing involving his work for the company over the past eight years. The investigation followed a published report of misbehavior, Landgraf…
University of Wisconsin System Exec to Plead Guilty to Drunken Driving
MILWAUKEE (AP) _ The attorney for University of Wisconsin System executive Jessica Tormey says Tormey plans to plead guilty to first-offense drunken driving from an incident in Menomonie in October. Tormey is the chief of staff to UW System President…
Mother of Murdered Girls Confronts Suspected Killer on His Death Bed
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (KMSP) - A mother from St. Cloud whose two daughters were mysteriously murdered in 1974 now believes she knows who killed them. The two girls, 15-year-old Mary Reker and her 12-year-old sister Susie, disappeared while out shopping for school supplies on Labor…
Ely Winter Festival Looks for Talented Sculptors
ELY, Minn. - Those of you looking to brave the cold and create a stunning piece of art have a few more hours to apply if you'd like to do so…
Minnesota Releases Critical Draft Permit for PolyMet
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A contentious copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota has taken another step forward with state regulators releasing a crucial draft permit for public comment. PolyMet Executive Vice President Brad Moore calls Friday's release "a major milestone for the…
4 Women Accuse Filmmaker Paul Haggis of Sexual Misconduct
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A civil lawsuit charging Oscar-winning filmmaker Paul Haggis with raping a publicist has prompted three additional women to come forward with their own sexual misconduct accusations, including another publicist who says he forced her to perform…
Multiple Events Happening on North Shore This Weekend
COOK COUNTY, Minn.-It may be a little chilly out, but that’s not going to stop bicyclists and dog sledders from hitting the trails this weekend on the North Shore. The Norpine Fat Bike Classic starts at 8 a.m. tomorrow at…
Mayor Larson Announces Community Listening Sessions for 2018
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson will be continuing her annual outreach to Duluth residents through City Hall in the City Community Listening sessions held throughout Duluth. City staff will also be in attendance representing Public Works, Parks, Public…
Midday Update 1-5-17
An update on local news and weather.
Fat Tire Biking Trails Expand in Cook County Ahead of Annual Race
COOK COUNTY, Minn. - Cold temperatures and snow covering the ground in the Northland means fat tire bike enthusiasts are hitting the trails. The second annual Norpine Fat Bike Classic is being…
Morning Update 1-5-17
An update on local news and weather.
Minnesota Releases Crucial Draft Permit for Disputed Mine
MINNEAPOLIS-A contentious copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota has taken another step forward with state regulators releasing a crucial draft permit for public comment. PolyMet Executive Vice President Brad Moore calls Friday's release "a major milestone for the project'' after more…
Cold Temperatures Causing Shipping Delays
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Port normally sees cold temperatures like these in January, but officials say it's the most ice on the lake at this time of year since about 2001.…
Sen. Tina Smith To Speak In Duluth Friday
DULUTH, Minn. - Former Minnesota lieutenant governor and now U.S. Sen. Tina Smith is coming to Duluth Friday to meet the public. The reception is being hosted by…
Competitive Dancers Prepare for Competition Season
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Dance students at Sterling Silver studio are getting ready for the competition season. The studio held a make-up workshop, teaching competitive dance students how to get in full costume for…
Working in Winter Conditions
DULUTH, Minn.-- This winter has been extremely cold so far in the Northland. While some are bundling up avoiding the outdoors others braving chilly temperatures at work. “It’s a battle…
More People Dropping Off Electronic Waste After Holidays
DULUTH, Minn. - Out with the old and in with the new. If you are among those who received or bought a new flat screen TV during the holiday season, what do…
Cancer Screening Could Benefit Your Health
DULUTH, Minn. - It’s a procedure many of us may never think about until it’s too late. Cancer screening can be beneficial to your health, but local medical experts also say it’s…
Two New Police Officers in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis.-Two new police officers have been sworn in by the Superior Police Department. One of the new officers is from Superior, and before working for the police there, he was…
