Sen. Al Franken Announces His Resignation Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
WASHINGTON - Senator Al Franken has announced his resignation from the United States Senate. During a scheduled speech on the senate floor, Senator Al Franken announced he…
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Morning Update 12-7-17
An update on local news and weather.
Franken Faces New Allegations, Weighing Future
WASHINGTON-Minnesota Democrat Al Franken, facing fresh allegations of sexual misconduct and vanishing support from fellow Democrats, appears to be on the brink of resigning from the Senate. Franken scheduled an announcement for Thursday at 10:45 a.m. which will be aired…
Man Finds 22-Year-Old Message in Bottle in Lake Superior
It's a story of friendship made in a way that you just don't hear about often, and a message that took more than two decades…
7th annual Evening of the ARTS for CHOICE, unlimited
DULUTH, Minn. - Wednesday was the 7th annual Evening of the ARTS for Choice, unlimited. Choice, unlimited is a day program that helps adults with disabilities find employment and inclusion in their local…
Northland Finnish community celebrates 100 years of independence
DULUTH, Minn. - December 6 Finland's Independence Day, and Northlanders were celebrating. Wednesday is the 100th anniversary of Finland's independence from Russia in 1917. Northlanders filled the Great Hall at The Depot to celebrate…
Denfeld Hockey Team Adopts Families For Christmas
DULUTH, Minn. - The Denfeld High School hockey team is making Christmas a little brighter for Northland families again this year. The guys hit the isles at Target…
Norshor Theatre Renovations Coming Along
DULUTH, Minn. -It's been 18 months since the major renovations began at the historic Norshor Theatre in downtown Duluth. About 50 people got an update and went on a tour to see how the…
Volunteers Spend Their Day of Caring At Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center
DULUTH, Minn. - United Way's Day of Caring lets volunteers pitch in at local non-profits by doing what they do best, volunteer. Safe Haven in Duluth works with women and children who have been…
One Northlander is Helping Wildfire Responders
DULUTH, Minn.- One Northlander with the American Red Cross packed up to lend a hand in with the growing wildfires in Southern California. Tony Guerra said helping this time of year means…
New Business to Open at Gander Mountain Spot in Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn.-Hiring signs are up at the old Gander Mountain site in Hermantown indicating they are about to open again. The store closed over the summer, but now it looks like its…
Trump Says Government Shutdown Possible, Blames Democrats
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump warned Wednesday that a government shutdown was possible this weekend because Democrats were demanding to have “illegal immigrants pouring into our country,” tossing incendiary rhetoric onto a…
Wildfires Continue to Ravage Southern California
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A wildfire erupted in Los Angeles’ exclusive Bel-Air section Wednesday as yet another part of Southern California found itself under siege from an outbreak of…
Bent Paddle Relocating Taproom, as Brewery Continues to Expand
DULUTH, Minn. - Bent Paddle Brewing Company (BPBC) announced plans for a new taproom earlier this year, but details were not finalized. The brewery has officially announced relocation plans that will move their taproom into a historic space just across…
19 Arrested in Major Wisconsin Drug Bust
MILWAUKEE, Wis. - Nineteen people have been arrested following an investigation into the distribution of heroin and fentanyl in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) partnered with local and federal law enforcement to arrest 19…
New Northern Pike Fishing Regulations Coming in Spring 2018
MINNESOTA - Anglers and spearers going after northern pike this winter can prepare for new regulations that will be in effect for the spring fishing opener on Minnesota's inland waters. The new regulations on inland…
Superior Shelter to Receive Multiple Puppies from Texas
SUPERIOR, Minn. - In the coming days the Douglas County Humane Society in Superior will be receiving a litter of perfect presents just in time for the holidays. The shelter announced earlier…
Midday Update 12-6-17
An update on local news and weather.
Trump Declares Jerusalem Israel Capital, Smashing US Policy
Palestinians burn a poser of President Donald Trump during a protest in Bethlehem, West Bank, Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2017. President Trump forged ahead Tuesday with plans to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital despite intense Arab, Muslim,…
Sankta Lucia Event Celebrates Swedish Culture in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - This weekend an annual celebration put on by the Swedish Cultural Society will be back in Duluth. The Sankta Lucia Celebration is being held Saturday, December 9. This event…
Democratic Women in Senate Call on Franken to Resign
UPDATE: Amid calls for resignation from fellow Democrats, Franken will be making an announcement tomorrow, according to his office. (KMSP) - At least seven Democratic women in the U.S. Senate are calling on Sen. Al Franken of Minnesota to resign after…
'Silence Breakers' Named Time Magazine's Person of the Year
NEW YORK (AP) - The "Silence Breakers" - those who have shared their stories about sexual assault and harassment - have been named Time magazine's Person of the Year. Numerous women have spoken out…
Superior City Council Adding UWS Cuts To Agenda
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Students at UWS angry over cuts to 25 academic programs at the university are now turning to the Superior City Council for support. About a dozen students, staff, and…
Texas Puppies to Find New Homes in the Northland
SUPERIOR, Wis. - In the coming days, the Douglas County Humane Society will be receiving a litter of perfect presents just in time for the holidays. The shelter announcing earlier this week…
Wisconsin Rep. Zepnick Refuses to Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
MADISON, Wis.-A Democratic state representative accused of kissing two women against their will is refusing to resign but says he will decide later whether to seek re-election in 2018. Milwaukee Rep. Josh Zepnick says he is "disappointed and disturbed'' that…
Sen. Franken Denies Allegation He Forcibly Tried to Kiss Woman
UPDATE: Several female Democratic senators unite in calling for Sen. Al Franken to resign amid sexual misconduct allegations. In Facebook posts and Tweets, the women said the two-term senator should step aside after a fresh allegation that he forcibly tried to…
