Grand Rapids & Deer River Mascots Approved to Stay
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Back in 2023, a state law was passed that banned high schools from using american indian mascots. That put schools such as Grand Rapids and Deer River in limbo for a possible…
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Red Panda at Lake Superior Zoo Gets a New Roommate
DULUTH, Minn.-- The beloved red panda 'Zoozee' at the Lake Superior Zoo, just got a new roommate. 'Wiley' a male red panda was born on June 19th,…
11th Annual Bike Duluth Festival Begins
DULUTH, Minn.-- Gears are turning at spirit mountain, because the 11th annual Bike Duluth Festival is about to take off. The festival itself draws in cyclists of all skill levels.…
Minnesota State Senator guilty of first-degree burglary
BECKER COUNTY, Minn. (AP) - A Minnesota state senator has been convicted of burglary for breaking into her estranged stepmother’s home. The jury on Friday found Nicole Mitchell guilty of first-degree burglary and possession…
Weekend Air Quality Alerts across Northern Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn. - The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued varied air quality alerts across Northern Minnesota for the upcoming weekend. The alerts range from Very Unhealthy to Unhealthy…
Essentia says nominations in Washington, D.C. will help with APP strike negotiations
DULUTH, Minn. - President Donald Trump on July 17, 2025 nominated two people to join the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Essentia has been…
Lake Superior Zoo welcomes a new Red Panda
DULUTH, Minn. -Â The Lake Superior Zoo is welcoming Wiley, a male red panda. He was born on June 19, 2024, at Michigan's Potter Park Zoo. Wiley arrived…
Cirrus Aircraft and Duluth Pack unveils parachute lined-bag collection
DULUTH, Minn. - Cirrus Aircraft has a new production - but not an airplane. They're launching a collection of handcrafted, aviation-inspired travel bags. Cirrus is utilizing upcycled parachute…
Fatal Beatty Township House Fire Under Investigation
BEATTY, Minn.-- At approximately 9:20 on Thursday night, St. Louis County Sheriff's Office alongside fire personnel from Cook, Ore, Kinney-Great Scott, and Greenwood responded to a residential house fire…
Coffee Conversation: "Don't Sweat It" Safe Haven Shelter Hygiene Drive
DULUTH, Minn. -- On Saturday, July 19, "Don't Sweat It", a hygiene product drive supporting Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center, will be held at 190 Coffee & Tea from 9 a.m. to noon. Safe Haven Community Engagement Coordinator Brittany…
'Good Trouble' Protestors Rally in Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluthians joined cities nationwide for the "Good Trouble" peaceful protest defending civil rights and honoring the late John Lewis, a former congressman and civil rights icon.…
Park Point 5-Mile run and 2-Mile run Helped Raise Money for the Youth
DULUTH, Minn. - 650 participants took on the Park Point 5-mile run and 2-mile walk to help support the Young Athletes Foundation. Grandma's Marathon held both of these races…
Douglas County Humane Society Celebrates 50 Years of Rescuing and Adopting
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Today's ribbon cutting out in Superior didn't highlight something brand new. But instead, over 50 years of tail wagging, smiles, and connections to furry friends. "We've gone through…
DirecTV subscribers lose access to FOX 21 amid contract dispute
FOX21 KQDS-TV is working hard to reach a new agreement with DirectTV Network so that DirectTV can once again provide FOX21 to its subscribers. DirectTV and FOX21 came to an impasse negotiating the renewal that would allow DirectTV Network to…
Air Quality Alert issued for International Falls-area
DULUTH, Minn. - The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for north central and northeast Minnesota. The alert takes effect at 10 a.m. on Thursday,…
Final "pour" on Twin Ports Interchange project scheduled
DULUTH, Minn. – The final bridge deck "pour" for the Twin Ports Interchange project will take place Thursday evening, July 17, 2025. The newly poured deck will complete…
IFalls Weighs Future of Ambulance Service Amid $2M Deficit
International Falls, Minn. -- The future of International Falls’ ambulance service is facing big questions. At a recent special city council meeting, the entire discussion centered…
Part of Munger State Trail washed out; Closed until winter
DULUTH, Minn. - A section of the Munger State Trail close to the Buffalo House restaurant is expected to be closed until later this winter. It's…
MNA Accuses Essentia of 'Intimidation' and 'Retaliation' Amid Strike
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) blasted Essentia Health Wednesday by saying the healthcare provider is intimidating and retaliating against some of the union's Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) who have chosen to leave the group's strike and go…
FDLTCC Celebrates 15th Annual Scholarship Event
Fond du Lac, Minn.-- The Fond du Lac Tribal Community College didn't let yesterday's rain stop their event. And with some adjustments, it was all okay, in Cloquet. The community came together to help…
'Geek Squad Academy' Teaching Kids All Things Techy
DULUTH, Minn.-- For this year's geek squad academy, they partnered up with Valley Youth Center to put on this camp. Around 20 students have the chance to rotate through four different stations. "I…
Senator Tina Smith hospitalized
WASHINGTON, D.C. & DULUTH, Minn. - Minnesota Senator Tina Smith is in the hospital. Senator Smith's staff posted on her X account, "While at work at the Capitol today, Sen. Smith started to…
One Week of Continued Striking: APPs Joins MNA with Essentia Health Strike
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Advanced Practice Providers, commonly referred to as 'APPS', have joined Essentia Health nurses in the ongoing strike. The MNA held a press conference in Superior Tuesday morning,…
Woman sentenced for Second Degree Manslaughter in overdose death
DULUTH, Minn. - Ashley Rose Cook, 21, has been sentenced to 48-months in prison for Second Degree Manslaughter in the overdose death of Isaiah Lamar Deegan. During the investigation it was discovered that…
Trump Administration Reverses Duluth Federal Prison Camp Closure
DULUTH, Minn. - The deactivation of the Duluth Federal Prison Camp has been officially reversed, and it will remain open. After Congressman Pete Stauber pushed to overturn the decision to close the…
Suspect Dead After Setting Fires and Shooting at First Responders
DULUTH, Minn. - One man is dead, after allegedly setting fire to multiple houses and shooting at first responders in Normanna Township, just north of Duluth. A 911 caller Tuesday morning…
Judge Recommends Against Approving ALLETE Partnership
DULUTH, Minn. -- An Administrative Law Judge released a report recommending the Public Utilities Commission reject the proposed purchase of Allete Inc./Minnesota power Under the proposed partnership, ALLETE would no longer be a publicly traded company. It would be sold…
Spongy Moth Spraying begins in Northern Minnesota
DULUTHJ, Minn. -- Spongy Moth spraying in Minnesota was planned to start July 16th. If the weather cooperates, spraying will occur over through the 22nd. Low flying planes will be spreading a non-toxic substance at 24 sites in Aitkin, Carlton,…
Coffee Conversation: UMN's NRRI Open House to Showcase Innovation
DULUTH, Minn. -- The University of Minnesota's Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI) is inviting the public to an open house on Friday, July 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. at NRRI Duluth, located at 5013 Miller Trunk Highway (Highway 53).…
Large-Scale Development Project Takes Shape in Proctor
PROCTOR, Minn. - The Proctor Economic Development Authority and NGP Development held an informational open house regarding a large development project. People were invited to the Proctor Area Community Center to learn about…
