It's National Purple Heart Day
DULUTH, Minn.- The Purple Heart is a medal awarded to members of the United States Military who are wounded or killed in combat. Bradley Bennett of Duluth served our country…
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Students with Autism Attend Creative Workshop
DULUTH, Minn.0- Students on the autism spectrum and members of the creative community worked together for an art workshop. Islands of Brilliance, a non-profit organization, is using the Hailey Sault office in the…
Inline Marathon Course Getting a Smooth Update
DULUTH, Minn. -- The course for the North Shore Inline Marathon is about to get a lot smoother, thanks to a road construction project on the scenic highway. The five-mile stretch…
One Challenger Already for Sen. Klobuchar
MINNEAPOLIS-State Rep. Jim Newberger is the first Republican to formally announce plans to take on Minnesota's popular U.S. senator, Amy Klobuchar. Should Newberger win his party's endorsement at next year's state convention, the task of beating Klobuchar is a tall…
7 West Taphouse Opening Second Duluth Location Next Week
DULUTH, Minn. - Northlanders will soon have a new location to stop for a burger and a brew in the Twin Ports. The owner of 7 West Taphouse tells FOX…
Kids on the Autism Spectrum Take a Ride on Thomas
DULUTH, Minn.- Children on the autism spectrum had a chance to enjoy a Day out With Thomas. Children with autism can be sensitive to loud noises, big crowds, and too much…
Wisconsin Legislator Announces Run for Governor
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A Democratic legislator from northwestern Wisconsin says he'll challenge Republican Gov. Scott Walker next year. Rep. Dana Wachs of Eau Claire announced Monday that he'll enter the race. Two other Democrats - Milwaukee businessman Andy Gronik…
Back Home, Speaker Ryan Can't Escape Questions About GOP
U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan responds to questions from a Republican voter during an employee town hall meeting on Wed. Aug. 2, 2017, in Mukwonago, Wis. Frustrated Republicans vented their displeasure at Ryan on Wednesday during…
Chisholm Roundabout Construction Begins Aug. 14, Detour Set for Hwy 73
CHISHOLM, Minn. - Drivers will encounter a two-month detour on Highway 73 in Chisholm, as the next phase of construction begins on the roundabout. Hwy 73 will be closed between Hwy 169 and 6th Street. Drivers will be directed to…
Hibbing Man Charged in Fatal Tower Fire
VIRGINIA, Minn. - A 24-year-old Hibbing man is facing charges for his involvement in the fatal fire that killed an 11-month-old boy on Aug. 2. Jesse Lee Bonacci-Koski was charged in State District…
9-Year-Old Wants to be NASA's 'Planetary Protection Officer'
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A 9-year-old New Jersey boy who described himself as a “Guardian of the Galaxy” is hoping to add the real-life NASA title “Planetary Protection Officer” to his resume. NASA received an application for the position from…
Minnesota Researchers Study the State's Sex Buyers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Researchers in Minnesota have discovered that most sex buyers in the state are married, white men, with disposable income. Minnesota Public Radio reports that University of Minnesota researchers interviewed more than 150 law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and…
GM Recalling Roughly 800,000 Pickups for Steering Defect
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. is recalling roughly 800,000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks worldwide. The company says the vehicles can temporarily lose electric power steering assist, especially during low-speed turns. If that happens, the…
Car Vs. Tractor Accident near Winter, Wis.
WINTER, Wis. - Sawyer County Sheriff's Deputies and several other agencies responded to the call of a traffic crash on CTH W approximately 1.5 miles south of Winter involving a passenger car and a tractor, on Friday, Aug. 4 around…
Don Baylor, World Series Champ with Twins, Dead at 68
PHOENIX - APRIL 08: Coach Don Baylor of the Colorado Rockies looks on during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on April 8, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Rockies defeated the Diamondbacks 9-2.…
30 Acts Expected for Bayfront Blues Festival
DULUTH, Minn. - Music will be filling Bayfront Festival Park this weekend for the 29th Annual Bayfront Blues Festival. Cyndee Parsons, the Media Relations Director, says out of the 30 acts expected…
Minnesota Governor: Islamic Center IED Blast an 'Act of Terrorism'
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (KMSP) - A group of state and national politicians gathered Sunday to see for themselves the damage caused by an improvised explosive device at the Dar Al-Farooq Islamic Center in Bloomington just one day earlier. The blast went…
Level III Offender Relocates to Rice Lake, Minn.
DULUTH, Minn. - The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is notifying the public of a Level III Predatory Offender being relocating to the area of Howard Gnesen Road in southern Rice Lake, Minnesota. Timothy…
Families Enjoy St. Luke's Family Summer Bash
DULUTH, Minn.- Families enjoyed quality time together at the St. Luke’s Family Summer Bash The event, held at Bayfront Park, had fun for people of all ages including yard…
Studies Show 'Babies Need Boxes'
DULUTH, Minn. - For year, babies have been falling asleep in boxes. Closer to home, one Minnesota mother caught onto the trend back in 2015. Since then, proper…
Thousands Face 'Night of Mayhem' At Proctor Speedway
PROCTOR, Minn. - It was a successful “Mid-Summer Night of Mayhem” at the Proctor Speedway Saturday night. More than 3,000 people filled the stands to watch trailer races,…
Thomas the Tank Engine Entertains at the Duluth Depot
DULUTH, Minn. - More than ten thousand people got tickets this weekend to spend time with Thomas the Tank Engine at the Duluth Depot. For the first time, Thomas is…
Duluth for Clean Water Asking for Polymet Evidentiary Hearing
DULUTH, Minn. - Discussions for and against a proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine in Northeast Minnesota continues. On Sunday, a Duluth environmental group held an event to gain support. According to Duluth for…
Duluthians Meet with Students from Sister City in Japan
DULUTH, Minnl.- It was a reunion for Hinano Kurokawa of Ohara and Emma Stottleman of Duluth. Emma visited Ohara Isumi city in Chiba Japan last year, where she stayed with Hinano’s family.…
Kids Try on Fall's Newest Fashions at Fashion Show Parade in Younkers
DULUTH, Minn.- Kids and parents had the chance to get a look at this year’s fall fashion at the Annual Back to School fashion Show at Younkers in Duluth. Children tried on…
Superior High School Senior Puts on Car Show at Billings Park Days for Senior Project
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Celebrations for Billings Park Days started Friday, and continued on Saturday. Friends and Neighbors enjoyed chalk art on the streets, rummage sales, and food stands in Billings Park. but…
Former Clyde Iron Works Employees Come Together for Reunion
DULUTH, Minn.- Clyde Iron Works had some special visitors come through the restaurant Saturday. It's been 30 years since the employees of Clyde shut down operations in the Lincoln Park Building, and…
Duluth Businesses Getting Attention from Twin Cities Publications
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth is a tourism city, and each year thousands visit to spend time in the city on the shores of the Lake Superior. That’s why it’s no surprise that many…
