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Neighbors Lend a Hand in Time of Need

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Rhonda Manthey was coming home from dinner when she saw fire trucks in her neighborhood. "There was smoke coming out and I couldn't determine who's house it was,"…

Red Cross Offers Smoke Detector Replacement

DULUTH, Minn. - With all the fires in the area lately officials remind everyone to make sure their smoke detectors are good to go. The American Red Cross and area fire departments…

Boat Club Set to Open at Fitger's

DULUTH, Minn - The newest addition to Duluth's Fitger's complex is set to open its doors. The Boat Club officially opens Saturday. They're serving up fresh Lake Superior fish, seafood, steaks and…

U.S. Appeals Court Refuses to Reinstate Trump's Travel Ban

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court refused Thursday to reinstate President Donald Trump's ban on travelers from seven predominantly Muslim nations. The panel of three judges from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals declined to block a…

Appeals Court: Decision on Trump Travel Ban Coming Thursday

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - A federal appeals court in San Francisco is set to issue its ruling in the legal fight over whether to reinstate President Donald Trump's ban on travelers from seven predominately Muslim nations. The 9th U.S. Circuit…

Minnesota Reports 1st Child Flu Death of Season

ST. PAUL (AP) - Minnesota has recorded its first child death due to influenza this season. The state Department of Health said Thursday one child death related to influenza has been reported since the start of the flu season. Influenza…

St. Louis County Holds Huge Property Auction

DULUTH, Minn.-St. Louis County had a financial windfall today. The county scored nearly $600,000 during tax forfeited land sale. Nineteen properties went up for sale and were bid on by 180 Northlanders. About 100 properties were featured in total. Those…

$75K Cash Bond Set for Man Accused of Killing UW-Stout Student

MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP) - A judge has set cash bond at $75,000 for a Minnesota man accused of killing a Saudi Arabian college student in Wisconsin. Twenty-seven-year-old Cullen Osburn appeared in Dunn County court on Thursday after waiving extradition from…

Amendment Introduced for Recreational Use of Pot in Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn.-A Minnesota state representative from Virginia introduced a proposed amendment today to legalize recreational marijuana Democrat Jason Metsa is hoping the amendment can reach a general election ballot in 2018. If passed, it would allow those older than…

Oldest American, Adele Dunlap, Dies at Age 114

FLEMINGTON, N.J. (AP) - A New Jersey woman who was the oldest American person has died at age 114. Martin Funeral Home says Adele Dunlap died Sunday at a hospital near Flemington. Dunlap had no explanation for her longevity. Asked…

Owl Lands on Squad Car

DULUTH, Minn.-An owl landed on the hood of a Duluth Police squad car Monday. Originally an officer was flagged down to check on it on the road, according to an officer's Facebook post. When getting ready to check on it,…

Valentine's Fun for the Family

DULUTH, Minn. - Family fun will be had this weekend as the Duluth KidsClub hosts the 3rd Annual Valentine's Extravaganza. There will be singing, dancing, bouncing, sliding, crafting, printing photo booth keepsakes,…

Trump Blocks Listing Bumblebee as Endangered

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) - Federal officials have delayed the first-ever listing of a bee species in the continental U.S. as endangered, one day before it was to take effect. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said January 11, it…

Sweeden Sweets Prepares for Valentine's Day

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Sweeden Sweets is preparing for Valentine's Day. Apart from their homemade fudge, truffles and chocolate, they are making some special treats for the holiday. To place an order you…

Health Insurance Sign-ups Rise to Record Level

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP)-Rising health insurance premiums and Minnesota's novel financial help program have driven record enrollment in private health plans. Officials at the state's exchange announced Thursday it had signed up more than 117,500 residents during 2017's open enrollment…

Forest Lake Police Dog Dies After Helping Make Arrest

FOREST LAKE, Minn.(AP)-A police dog from the Forest Lake Police Department has died in the line of duty. Authorities say the German shepherd named Ranger suffered cardiac arrest Tuesday night while helping police and the Minnesota State Patrol with a…

Cliffs Announces Huge Fourth Quarter

DULUTH, Minn.-Final financial reports released today for Cliffs Natural Resources revealed a huge fourth quarter for them. Revenues were up to $754 million this quarter for the ore pellet manufacturer, which…

Proctor Referendum Passes

PROCTOR, Minn. - It's good news for the city of Proctor as the referendum to build new sports facilities has passed. The vote to build a $12 million sports complex passed and…

Girl Scout Cookies Arrive in the Northland

DULUTH, Minn. - Girl Scout cookies have arrived in Duluth by the truckload. The Girl Scouts will begin fulfilling their orders this Saturday. They will start their booth sales next week…

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