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Huge Toy Collection on Display at Depot

DULUTH, Minn.-A massive toy collection is about to go on display at the Depot. Tomorrow Minnesotan David Barnhill will open up his collection to the public. It will feature toys focused on…

Study: Minnesota Millennials Stressed Over Health Care

DULUTH, Minn. - When it comes to texting terms such as “LOL” or “BRB” it’s no secret millennials have no problem understanding what’s being conveyed. However, a new study released by Blue Cross…

St. Louis County Unveils Renovations to 'Historic' A.P. Cook Building

DULUTH -- A historic Duluth building that used to be a laundry facility has gotten a new facelift, and new life for the St. Louis County government. The facility is now…

Bent Paddle Set to Release New Beer With Eastern European Inspiration

DULUTH, Minn. -- Craft breweries are known to be creative with their beers from time to time, and Bent Paddle is doing just that with its new series of beers called “Valve…

Austin-Jarrow Celebrates 33 Years in Business

DULUTH, Minn. - Austin-Jarrow, Duluth's original running specialty store, is celebrating 33 years in business today. The store is marking the anniversary by offering a 33% discount on everything in stock. Austin–Jarrow…

Wild Winter Temperature Swings Have Been Damaging to Plants, Experts Say

HERMANTOWN, Minn. -- We have seen some pretty dramatic temperature swings this winter, which, according to some experts, has not been good for our plants or lawns. At Miller Creek Lawn and…

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Duluth School Board Faces Budget Deficit

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth School District faces a budget deficit of at least a $1 million over the next two fiscal years. That was the report from district administrators at Tuesday's…

Heart Association Fundraiser Raises Awareness

DULUTH, Minn. - The DECC's Harborside Ballroom was decked in red Wednesday as the Duluth chapter of the American Heart Association held its annual Go Red Luncheon. The American Heart Association's…

Indoor Golf Range Open Again

DULUTH, Minn. - With Spring on the way, many local golfers have the itch to hit the links. The Sweet Spot, West Duluth's indoor golf range re–opened in mid–January in a new…

Stearns County Farmer Drowns When Machine Breaks Through Ice

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) - Stearns County authorities say a Freeport man drowned when the skid loader he was driving broke through the ice on an abandoned manure pit on his farm. The sheriff's office says 46-year-old Duane Herzog was…

Permit to Carry Numbers Way Up in St. Louis County

Duluth, Minn.-Permit to carry numbers were the highest they’ve been in Minnesota since firearms permit laws were introduced in the state in 2003, according to a report released today by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. About 71,000 permits were issued…

71 Rochester Students Barred from Classes Over Vaccinations

ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) -Rochester school officials say 71 students were barred from classes Wednesday because they haven't been immunized or gotten exemptions. The district said in a statement that 71 of its nearly 18,000 students failed to submit the required…

Macy's Downtown Sells for $59 Million

MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) - Macy's in downtown Minneapolis has sold for $59 million cash, the company announced on Wednesday. The store will close this spring. The store was bought by 601W Companies, which is planning a major mixed-used redevelopment for the…

Wausau Man Killed by Deputy Was on Dual Paths

CORNING, Wis.- The man fatally shot by a sheriff's deputy in northern Wisconsin had been in trouble with the law, but was also the commencement speaker last spring at the University of Wisconsin-Marathon County where he was heavily involved in…

Gov. Dayton Wants Driver's Licenses for Illegal Immigrants

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Gov. Mark Dayton is pressing lawmakers to grant driver's licenses to immigrants living in Minnesota illegally as part of the effort to comply with stronger federal ID requirements. The Legislature has struggled for years to comply with Real…

Proctor Math Teacher a Semifinalist for Minnesota 'Teacher of the Year'

PROCTOR, Minn. - A seventh grade Proctor math teacher is one step closer to becoming Minnesota's next Teacher of the Year. Kristen Kilpo has taught at…

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Blood Can Be Taken from Unconscious Drivers

MADISON, Wis.-The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that law enforcement officers can take blood samples from unconscious drivers without a warrant under certain circumstances. The court ruled Wednesday that an officer can be justified in taking a blood sample without…