Kozy Development Projects Rejected
DULUTH, Minn. - It's back to the drawing board for officials hoping to redevelop the Kozy Apartments. The City of Duluth and its review committee determined three proposed plans for the site…
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Downtown Businesses Prepare for Birkie Crowds
HAYWARD, Wisc. - Thousands of skiers, fans, and followers are heading to the Hayward area this weekend, taking part in the annual American Birkebeiner tradition despite this year’s lack of snow. However,…
Evening News Update 02-24-17
The latest news headlines and weather forecast.
American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet, Prince Haakon Races Cancelled
HAYWARD, Wis. - After unseasonably warm weather and rain, and the predicted snow missing the Hayward and Cable area, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation announces the cancellation of the 2017…
Weather Shaping Sales Goals of Local Retailers
DULUTH, Minn.-With the recent warm weather, local retailers are taking advantage of it. Duluth Lawn and Sport has quite a mix of snowmobiles and ATV’s on its showroom floor, as they are…
Early Thaw at Jay Cooke State Park
Jay Cooke Melting
Narcan Cheaper for First Responders in Wisconsin
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Naloxone, known as Narcan, is used in emergencies to treat people who have overdosed on Heroin or Prescription Opioids. The state of Wisconsin has made a 1 year deal with…
Wisconsin Attorney General Appeals Redistricting Ruling
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel has filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court challenging a ruling striking down GOP-drawn legislative boundaries as unconstitutional. Schimel filed the appeal with the nation's highest court on Friday. Schimel…
Josh Emerson Continuing Elite Tradition
DULUTH, Minn- The Lakeview Christian Academy boy's basketball team has had no shortage of 1000 point scorers, and his past Friday they added one more to the club. "Josh Emerson, sophomore,…
Agency Publishes Timetable for Mexico Border Wall
SAN DIEGO (AP) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection says it plans to start awarding contracts by mid-April for President Donald Trump's proposed border wall. The agency said Friday on a website for federal contractors that a request for bids…
Minnesota House Passes Real ID Bill
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota House has passed a Real ID bill by a vote of 72-58 after years of concern about government overreach and data privacy surrounding the federal law. Lawmakers are staring down a January 2018…
Wisconsin Vote I.D. Law Being Fought in Appeals Court
MADISON, Wis.-A federal appeals court is hearing arguments in a pair of cases involving Wisconsin's voting laws. The U.S. 7th Circuit Court of Appeals was hearing arguments Friday in the cases that involve Wisconsin's voter ID and early voting laws.…
Human Cases of Tick-Bourne Lyme Disease Explode in Michigan
DETROIT (AP) - Lyme disease cases have spiked in Michigan due to the spread of blacklegged ticks in the state. The Detroit Free Press reports that the ticks often carry the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi with them. The bacteria can transfer…
Renee Van Nett Announces Campaign for Duluth City Council
DULUTH, Minn. - Renee Van Nett announces campaign for Duluth's 4th district City Council seat. Van Nett founded the Cross Cultural Alliance of Duluth, which works to use cross-cultural collaboration…
Trump Signs Executive Order to Reduce Regulation
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order taking aim at government regulations. The president says the order will direct each federal agency to establish a regulator reform task force. The task forces will then recommend…
Suspects in Grand Rapids Beheading Appear in Court
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. - Today, February 24, 2017, Kayleene Danielle Greniger, 23, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota and Joseph Christen Thoresen, 36, of appeared in Itasca County District Court, reports Itasca County Attorney John J. Muhar. Greniger and Thoresen were previously…
Rep. Walz Mulling Democratic Bid for Minnesota Governor
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Democratic U.S. Representative Tim Walz says he's weighing a bid for Minnesota governor. The six-term congressman told Minnesota Public Radio News, Thursday that he plans to make a decision by April. Walz says representing southwestern…
UMD Students Act in Magical and Funny Drama
DULUTH, Minn. - The University of Minnesota - Duluth School of Fine Arts is opening up a new show next week. "Marvin's Room" features the character Bessie coping with her biggest challenge…
Balancing at the Barre
Superior, Wis. - A new workout is gaining popularity throughout the country. Barre is a combination of ballet and pilates. A company in the Twin Ports is helping bring the workout to the…
School Closings & Delays 2-24-17
School Closings and Delays for Friday, February 24, 2017: CLOSINGS: Watersmeet Schools
Special Report: Long Wait Part Two
Meet the team in charge of working through Duluth's backlog of untested rape kits.
‘We Are Superior’ Video Goes Viral
A video showcasing all the City of Superior has to offer is being viewed on social media.
Choice Unlimited Holds Masquerade Ball
The program helps people with special needs find employment.
Mont du Lac Still Open Despite Warm Weather
MONT DU LAC, Wis.-Despite the recent string of rain and warm temperatures, Mont du Lac is still buzzing along with many winter sports enthusiasts enjoying the hills. Preparation are key…
Cloquet Animal Shelter Getting New Location May 1st
CLOQUET, Minn.-The Friends of Animals Humane Society in Cloquet is moving to a new facility May 1. It will be twice the square footage of its current location which has been…
UMD LGBTQ Community "Not Surprised" by Trump's Decision on Transgender Rights
DULUTH, Minn. - Last year the Obama administration issued a joint guidance, along with the Department of Education, allowing transgender students at public schools to use a restroom that aligns with…
Barkie Birkie Skijor Race Took Place As A Running Race
HAYWARD, Wisc. - Today was an opportunity for dogs to show off their "barkie fever" this morning, as the American Birkibeiner events kicked off today in Hayward Wisconsin. Despite the lack…
PREVIEW: A Long Wait Part Two
Special Report: A Long Wait Preview
Birkie Trail and Race Updates
HAYWARD, Wisc. - Over 40,000 people are expected to arrive in the Northland tonight in anticipation for the 2017 American Birkibeiner Race. With the recent warm week melting nearly all of the snow…
Plans Denied for Old Kozy Property
Kozy Building Update
