Lincoln Park Students Walk to Promote Overall Health
DULUTH, Minn. - It was a beautiful Wednesday morning for a group of Duluth Lincoln Park Middle School students to hit the sidewalk and make their way to class as a…
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Volunteers Paint Game Room at Duluth Boys and Girls Club
DULUTH, Minn. -- The game room at the Lincoln Park Boys and Girls Club is getting a spiffy makeover thanks to some hard-working volunteers. A team of volunteers came to…
Officials Unsure of Biwabik City Hall Future
BIWABIK, Minn. - Biwabik's old City Hall was built in 1908 and on the outside the building looks to be in great shape. Since 2009 the building has housed a substation…
Duluth Police Investigating Phone Scam Posing as Police Chief
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Chief's secretary received a call from a Duluth resident who was being scammed over the phone, according to the Duluth Police Department. The report indicates that the caller was posing as Police Chief Mike…
Wisconsin DNR Board OKs Reducing Fall Buck-Only Zones
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' board has signed off on a fall deer hunt structure that scales back the number of counties where hunters can shoot only bucks for a fourth straight year. The 2017…
$50 Million Bond Set in Forced Abortion Attempt
APPLETON, Wis. (WLUK) - A judge in Outagamie County has set $50 million bond for a man accused of trying to cause his girlfriend to miscarry her child…
FDA: Controller for Heart Pump Recalled over Deaths
(AP) - Federal regulators say nearly 29,000 controllers for implanted heart pumps are being recalled after reports of 26 deaths linked to malfunctions. The recall covers the external power supply controller for the HeartMate II, made by Abbot's Thoratec unit…
Gardeners Hoping for Warmer Planting Conditions
DULUTH, Minn. - Below average conditions around the Northland have led to a slow start to planting season. Bending Birches Greenhouses opened up May 1st and have seen some eager gardeners,…
Walker Signs Bill Allowing Minors at Music Festivals
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that makes clear that unaccompanied minors can attend music festivals where alcohol is being served. Walker signed the bill Wednesday. he says it makes sense to allow the exemption,…
Graco Recalls More than 25,000 Car Seats
DETROIT, Mich. (FOX NEWS) - Graco Children's Products is recalling more than 25,000 car seats because the harness webbing can break in a crash and may not keep children restrained. The recall affects certain My…
State Parks Offering Several Programs for Outdoor Fun and Learning
CARLTON, Minn. - Spring is here and summer is around the corner meaning state parks are beginning to bustle with visitors. Kristine Hiller, Jay Cooke State Park Naturalist, says many programs…
Minnesota Lawmaker Aims to Make it Harder to Avoid Vaccines
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota health officials say there are almost 70 confirmed cases of measles in the state so far this year, and a state lawmaker is hoping to make it harder for parents to opt out of…
Temporary Lane Closures on Highway 61 near Esko for Sewer Repair
ESKO, Minn. - One northbound and one southbound lane of Highway 61 near Esko have been closed to allow for the repair of a Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD) sewer pipeline. The pipeline is located in the median of…
New Viewfinders Unveiled at Taconite Harbor
SCHROEDER TOWNSHIP, Minn. - The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the North Shore Scenic Drive Council, and Schroeder Township unveiled new viewfinders at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Tuesday. Taconite Harbor sits on the North Shore, just southwest of Temperance River…
Legislature Misses Self-Imposed Deadline to Pass Budget
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) - Lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol have missed another deadline after working through the night to try to pass the two-year state budget. Gov. Mark Dayton called a special session immediately after the regular session…
Pet Insurance Increasing in Popularity
DULUTH, Minn. - Health insurance has been a hot topic for months now as lawmakers look to improve our healthcare system. But, what about our furry friends? We often forget about the possibilities…
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,…
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…
