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Part 1: Downtown Duluth -- What's Next?

DULUTH, Minn. - Major changes are beginning to unfold in downtown Duluth as investors and city leaders work to keep the area progressive. In Part 1 of a special report,…

Duluth Memorial Day Parade Struggles for Entrants

DULUTH, Minn. - The West Duluth Memorial Day parade is a tradition dating back to 1871. But lately organizers struggle to fill the parade. "With the busy lifestyle of…

Great Outdoors: Bike Rodeo

PROCTOR, Minn. - Biking can be one of the most fun ways to enjoy summer in the Northland for kids and for adults. In this week's Great Outdoors, we take…

Prince Fans Honor Music Legend By Roller Skating

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Prince fans had a chance to honor the music legend by skating to some of his songs. World of Wheels in Superior held their annual Prince Tribute, featuring…

Paddling Club Takes to the Water in Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Dragon Boat Festival isn't showing signs of disinterest. The group Blue Water Paddling meets every week on Barker's Island to get their paddling on and practice for the…

Carlton Voters to Decide School Future

CARLTON, Minn. - The future of Carlton High school is up for a vote August 8th. That's when voters in the school district cast ballots on a two question referendum. The first, to approve more than $23.5 million to renovate…

Multiple Bills Being Looked at by Wisconsin Legislature

MADISON, Wis. - College students would be eligible for more financial aid under a plan the Wisconsin Legislature's budget committee has approved. Gov. Scott Walker's budget calls for increasing state grants by…

Caregivers Find Resources at Conference

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Wisconsin Indianhead Techinical College hosted a one–stop shop for caregivers Tuesday. At the Caregiver Conference, sponsored by the Caregivers Coalition, both professional and at–home caregivers could learn from speakers,…

Evening Update 05-23-17

Frozen Photographer Exhibit Opens in Grand Marais

GRAND MARAIS, Minn.- A photo exhibit in Grand Marais showcases the work of 22 photographers from the Frozen Photographers Facebook page. The exhibit, "Be There or Be Square" opened Friday at Johnson…

Tourism Season Kicking Off in Grand Marais

GRAND MARAIS, Minn.- Grand Marais was recently named the Best Midwestern Small town by USA TODAY, and locals believe this award is drawing well deserved attention to the city. The Small…

ADVISORY: Increased Military Aircraft Activity in Duluth Area

DULUTH, Minn. - Noticed more activity in the sky? The 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth is hosting and participating in a military training exercise May 22-24. During these few days, there will be an increased number of jets flying over…

UPDATE: Wrenshall Assault Victim Released, Authorities Still Seeking Other Suspects

WRENSHALL, Minn. - The 17-year-old male victim, from Duluth, who was found brutally beaten and had been held against his will in Wrenshall, has been released from the hospital, according to the Carlton County Sheriff's Office. His condition and prognosis…

UK Increasing Terror Threat Level, Believes Another Attack Imminent

LONDON (AP) - Prime Minister Theresa May says Britain's threat level from terrorism has been raised to critical - meaning an attack may be imminent. May says Salman Abedi, the suicide…

Faster, Higher, Rustier: Medals from Rio Olympics Damaged

(AP) - More than 100 athletes from around the world say the medals they won at the Rio Olympics are damaged. The IOC and Rio organizers plan to replace them with new medals. Among those with defective medals are beach…

Trump Budget: More for the Military, Less for the Poor

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Tuesday sent Congress a $4.1 trillion federal spending plan that promises faster economic growth and steep cuts to programs for the poor in a bid to balance the government's books over the next…

Memorial Day Celebrations at Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

SUPERIOR, Wis. - In honor of Memorial Day, the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center has planned several activities, as well as free admission for Veterans all weekend. 9:00 a.m.: The American Legion Post #435 will perform a memorial service…

10 People Now Seated on Jury in Bill Cosby's Sex Assault Case

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The jury that will hear Bill Cosby’s sexual assault case was filling up quickly Tuesday as lawyers and prosecutors worked to select panelists who they believed would be favorable…

Walker Threatens to Veto Entire State Budget

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Governor Scott Walker is threatening to take the unprecedented step of vetoing the entire Wisconsin state budget if it raises property taxes on homeowners. Walker tweeted the treat on Monday, repeating a warning he first made…

James Bond Star, Sir Roger Moore Dead at age 89

(WJBK) - Actor Sir Roger Moore, the…

Minnesota Lawmakers Head into Special Session

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - State lawmakers are due back at the Capitol to wrap up work on the next state budget after a tense finish to the regular legislative session. Legislative leaders and Gov. Mark Dayotn struck a deal…

Free Summer Camps and Academies Offered at Lake Superior College

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Class Offers Glimpse into Carlton County Past

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Manchester Terror Attack Suspect Identified as Salman Abedi

(FOX NEWS) - British authorities on Tuesday identified the suicide bomber who launched a deadly attack at a Manchester Ariana Grande concert, hours after the Islamic State terror group claimed responsibility for the blast. Salman Abedi, 23, was identified as…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Gabriel's Bookstore

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The Affordable Housing Coalition Releases Priorities for 2017

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