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Online Campaign Supports St. Scholastica Students

DULUTH, Minn. - This week the College of St. Scholastica is hoping for your support during their Annual Day of Giving Campaign. The 24-hour online campaign is Thursday, March 23. The…

Group Seeks New Purpose for Old Jail

DULUTH, Minn. - The historic Zenith city has several landmarks within its borders. Some of these historic staples are quickly losing their shine. That's why the Duluth Preservation alliance has made a…

Body Found in Ironwood Home that was Set for Demolition

IRONWOOD, Mich.-The Ironwood Department of Public Safety have discovered human remains inside a home that was due for demolition Monday. The Ironwood home was being inspected prior to being destroyed when the remains were found. Authorities have said the person…

Catch-and-Release Walleye Season Announced at Mille Lacs Lake

Mille Lacs Lake, Minn.-Catch-and-release regulations will be in effect again this year, in order to rebuild the Walleye population. Anglers will be on the water May 13, with the walleye season running until Sept. 4. “Our goal is to have…

Man Dies in ATV Accident in Town of Oakland

Town of Oakland, Wis.-A 28-year-old man has died as the result of injuries sustained in an ATV accident in the Town of Oakland Saturday. Andrew Mirkot, of South Range, has been identified as the victim. The crash happened at about 2:30…

Wisconsin Battles Chronic Wasting Disease

MADISON, Wis.- The state Department of Natural Resources says a little more than 7 percent of deer tested last year were infected with chronic wasting disease. Data on the DNR's website shows 441 of 6,039 deer analyzed tested positive for…

Minnesota GOP Takes on Road Funding Debate

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Senate Republicans say they have a plan to fund billions of dollars in road and bridge repairs without raising the gas tax. Legislation unveiled Monday would tap a mixture of existing taxes on car parts…

Lincoln Park House Fire Investigated as 'Suspicious'

DULUTH, Minn.-A Monday structure fire at 2006 W. Fourth St. has been deemed suspicious by the Duluth Fire Department. "This fire is suspicious in nature with a report of a person…

Ely Teacher Killed In Snowmobile Accident

ELY, Minn. - An Ely man has died from injuries suffered during a snowmobile accident that happened Sunday around 3 p.m. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office identified the man Monday as 48-year-old Christopher Yarger. The Ely Echo reported Yarger…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Benoit Cheese Haus

BENOIT, Wis. -- Jill Jones is a true Wisconsinite. As the newest owner of Benoit Cheese Haus in Benoit, Wisconsin, she knows her home state loves its cheese. “I…

Cause of Animal Shelter Fire Released; Donations, Adoptions Needed

[gtxvideo vid='es2IfjH4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/es2IfjH4.jpg' vtitle='Cause of Spooner Animal Shelter Fire Released'] SPOONER, Wis. - A cause is now known for the fire that ripped through the Washburn County Area Humane Society in Spooner. The fire broke out around 1 a.m.…

Larson Addresses The City

Duluth, Minn Tonight, Mayor Emily Larson addressed the city with a speech that lacked length but packed a punch. Tonight in her state of the city address Mayor Emily Larson wanted to…

Lakewalk Bustling for First Day of Spring

DULUTH, Minn. - It may still look and feel a bit like winter around the Northland with some snow scattered about, but Monday marked the first official day of…

Local Arts 2017 Schedules Unveiled

DULUTH, Minn. - The art scene in the Twin Ports has grown quickly, creating its own brand. Due to the major support system from the community, it allows for new never-before-seen productions…

Local Leader Wins Well Deserved Award

DULUTH, Minn.- A local leader wins a prestigious award at UMD. An award ceremony was held for Phil Norrgard who received the University of Minnesota’s Outstanding Achievement Award for the work…

City Seeks Public Input on Duluth Traverse Mini Master Plan

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Traverse is a first of its kind 100 mile trail system that links neighborhoods and people to parks and green spaces. The plan has been in the works…

Belknap Construction Project is Beginning in Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Construction to improve Belknap Street in Superior is beginning as soon as the weather is warm enough. People involved with the project say the current street is reaching the end…

It's Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the first day of spring, and Dairy Queens across the Northland and Nation, is celebrating with free Ice Cream Cones Ice Cream Cones are free today at participating Dairy…

Construction Begins on Slip Bridge

DULUTH, Minn.-Construction began on the Duluth Slip Bridge today. The bridge has had major issues over the years, causing it to constantly close. The new system they are installing, will be…

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New Michigan Ad Campaign to Raise Awareness for Child Vaccinations

LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Michigan health officials are launching a vaccination campaign aimed at preventing serious diseases in children. The "I Vaccinate" campaign by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Franny Strong Foundation and other health officials…

4-Year-Old Boy Accidentally Hangs Himself in Mankato Store

MANKATO, Minn. (KMSP) - Police in Mankato, Minnesota say a 4-year-old boy died of an accidental strangulation over the weekend when he went into a changing room by himself and got his hooded sweatshirt stuck…

Border Protection Officer Found Dead at Border

GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. - The Cook County Sheriff's Office reports that around 6 p.m. Sunday, March 19, the Cook County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from the Grand Portage Port of Entry where a male US Customs & Border…

Hibbing, Virginia RadioShack Set to Close

RadioShack has announced it will be closing hundreds of stores across the country, including seven in Minnesota. The retailer will be shutting down 552 stores, according to the Business Insider. Those that have been selected are reported to have high…