Morning Update 1-31-18
An update on local news and weather.
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First Musher Crosses Beargrease Finish Line
DULUTH, Minn. - The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon has a winner. Ryan Redington crossed the finish line at 5:00 a.m. to win the 34th running of the race. Ryan Anderson came in second place crossing the finish line just…
Man Who Carved "Snitch" Into Victim's Body Is Sentenced
WRENSHALL, Minn. - A Wrenshall man who kidnapped and carved the word "snitch" into his victim's body is sentenced for the crime. The Carlton County Attorney's Office says a judge sentenced 21-year-old Scott Lindgren to 50 months in prison. Lindgren…
A Northland Icon Makes It's Way to Downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minn. - It took 12 semis and several days to come together, but piece by piece Birkebeiner Bridge made it's way from Hayward to Minneapolis as part of Super…
Bridge Construction Complete at Fitger's
DULUTH, Minn.-Construction for the corroding bridge that goes from the Pickwick parking lot to Fitger’s ramp has been completed. The new, stronger bridge, will make it easier for pedestrians to access Superior…
Video Vision in West Duluth Closing
DULUTH, Minn. - One of the last video rental stores in the region is closing its doors for good this week. Video Vision opened thirty-five years ago and once had six…
Community Celebrates Northland Olympic Curlers
DULUTH, Minn.- Northland curlers are being sent off to compete for team U.S.A in South Korea for the winter Olympics. The Duluth Curling Club put together a spaghetti dinner to help raise…
Duluth's 'Cold Front February' Kicks Off Thursday
DULUTH, Minn. - The first-ever Cold Front February is coming to Duluth later this week. The event kicks off with a festival in Canal Park this Thursday through Sunday. The festival has…
AP FACT CHECK: Trump’s claims in his State of Union address
WASHINGTON (AP) — The AP is fact-checking prepared remarks from President Donald Trump’s State of the Union speech. Here’s a look at some of the claims we’ve examined: ISLAMIC STATE TRUMP: “Last year I pledged that we would work with…
The Birkebeiner Bridge in Minneapolis Super Bowl Festivities
Minneapolis, Minn - The big game is this Sunday but Super Bowl fans have been celebrating a piece of the Northland pride all week. The Birkebeiner Bridge was packed up and…
Local Air National Guard Helps Protect Super Bowl Site
DULUTH, Minn. - The local Air National Guard is planning on helping defend the site of the Super Bowl on Sunday. Those participating locally say the day will be a memorable…
Attempted Murder Charge Filed in Duluth Stabbing
Duluth, Minn. - An attempted murder charge is now filed against Willie Nicholson, 23, of Duluth. Nicholson is accused of stabbing a man, who authorities say he didn't know, more than a…
Amazon, Buffett and JPMorgan Join Forces on Health Care
(AP) - Three of corporate America’s heaviest hitters — Amazon, Warren Buffett and JPMorgan Chase — sent a shudder through the health industry Tuesday when they announced plans to jointly create a company to provide their employees with high-quality, affordable…
Trump Puts Twitter Aside as He Prepares for Big Speech
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump will herald a robust economy and push for bipartisan congressional action on immigration in Tuesday night’s State of the Union address, as he seeks to rally a deeply divided nation and boost his own…
Classic Children's Tale to be Performed on UMD Stage
DULUTH, Minn. - It's a story many know from childhood, and now it's coming to a stage in Duluth. Charlotte's Web is being performed by students at the University of Minnesota -…
Midday Update 1-30-18
An update on local news and weather.
Woman Reported Missing in Grand Rapids
UPDATE: Investigators have developed new information that puts Tawhna Pringle in the Babbitt area on January 11, 2018. Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating Tawhna or her vehicle and would like people to check their properties or…
Twin Ports History to be Highlighted Through "Zenith City on Tap"
DULUTH, Minn. - Each month, officials at Glensheen Mansion plan community events at the historic home. Coming up in February, they're featuring the stories that built the Twin Ports. Zenith…
Morning Update 1-30-18
An update on local news and weather.
Police To Release More Details Tuesday In "Random" Stabbing
DULUTH, Minn. - Charges were pending Monday night against a man accused of randomly stabbing another man in West Duluth multiple times while he was sleeping in his bedroom. The…
New Duluth Police Officers Train For Field Sobriety Tests
DULUTH, Minn. -- The culture of drinking and driving in Minnesota has changed since the 1980s when more than 250 people died every year in alcohol-related crashes. Since 2010, that number now averages…
MnDot Considers "Can of Worm" Intersection Updates
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth's 'can of worms' or what the Minnesota Department of Transportation formally calls the "Twin Ports Interchange Project" is slowing sliding along. MnDot is currently narrowing down the preferred…
One Book Northland Honors Local Author
DULUTH, Minn.- For the 17th year libraries around the region are joining together celebrating the One Book Northland project. This month's chosen book is written by local author Katharine Johnson titled The…
Superior Sister City Celebrates 20th Year
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Sister City is celebrating a 20 year relationship with Ami Machi, Japan. Monday night kids in the Superior School District are getting a taste of another culture. The Japanese…
Couture Floral Design in Duluth's Woodland Neighborhood
DULUTH, Minn. - When you think of flowers, a special occasion probably comes to mind. Technology has since changed the way many of us order flowers, as it’s now easier…
Beargrease Teams Rest Before Continuing Journey
GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. - The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is about halfway done. Teams rested in Grand Portage before the second leg of their journey. As mushers and dogs…
Beargrease Mid Distance Racers Cross Finish Line
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - It's a night of celebration for the winners of the Beargrease mid-distance race who crossed the finish line Monday morning. Martha Schouweiler won the mid-distance race…
Cleveland Indians Phasing Out Chief Wahoo Logo
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians are dropping the Chief Wahoo logo from their uniforms next year after decades of protests and complaints that the grinning, red-faced caricature used in one version or another since 1947 is racist. The move,…
