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Two Harbors Ready for Another Beargrease

TWO HARBORS, Minn. - Already a popular winter destination, this week there's a little more excitement in the air in Two Harbors. "It's exciting because it brings businesses…

One Suspect in Downtown Duluth Weekend Shooting Charged

DULUTH, Minn. - The suspect involved in a shooting that happened in downtown Duluth, Saturday, has been charged with second degree assault. Darius Handy, 24, is accused of shooting a 28-year-old man on First Avenue East and First Street, shortly…

Retired Wisconsin Brewery Head, Leinenkugel Going to D.C.

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (AP) - The retired head of the Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company is joining President Trump's administration as an adviser on Veterans issues. The Chippewa Herald reported, Tuesday, that Jake Leinenkugel had accepted a position as a senior…

Worker Struck and Killed on the Job in Ashland Co.

ASHLAND COUNTY, Wisc. - The Ashland County Sheriff's Office reports that on Monday, January 23, around 11 a.m., the Sheriff's Office and Great Divide Ambulance were dispatched to State Highway 13 in Ashland, near Highbridge, for a male that had…

'1984' Sales Soar After 'Alternative Facts' Claim

NEW YORK (AP) - In the wake of incorrect or unprovable statements made by Donald Trump and some White House aides, one truth is undeniable: Sales are soaring for George Orwell's "1984." Orwell's classic dystopian tale of a society in…

Investigators Seek Tips About Upper Peninsula Wolf Poaching

STAMBAUGH TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) - Michigan conservation officers are appealing for public tips about the illegal shooting of a wolf in the Upper Peninsula's Iron County. The Department of Natural Resources says the poaching happened about 10 miles southwest of…

Gov. Walker to Deliver Budget Address February 8

MADISON (AP) - Governor Scott Walker will deliver his budget address to the state Legislature on Wednesday, February 8. Walker alerted lawmakers on Tuesday that he will unveil his two-year spending plan that day. The speech is set for 4…

Winter Weather to Impact Wednesday Morning Commute

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is reminding motorists to be cautious if traveling in what could be hazardous conditions. Snow and a mix of snow and rain is expected to make driving difficult Tuesday evening through Wednesday. Precipitation is…

Trump Administration Institutes Media Blackout at EPA

WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration has instituted a media blackout at the Environmental Protection Agency and barred staff from awarding any new contracts or grants. Emails sent to EPA staff since President Donald Trump's inauguration on Friday and reviewed…

Marathon Honors Work of John Beargrease

DULUTH, Minn. - The John Beargrease Sled Dog Mararthon is just around the corner. The annual race takes off from Two Harbors on Sunday, January 29. Race Director Jason Rice visited FOX…

Flint Water Falls Below Federal Lead Limit

LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Michigan environmental officials say Flint's water system no longer has lead levels exceeding the federal limit. The finding by the Department of Environmental Quality is good news for a city whose 100,000 residents have grappled with…

One in Custody after Lake Nebagamon Stabbing

LAKE NEBAGAMON, Wis. - A 49-year-old Lake Nebagamon man is in custody after a stabbing incident this morning. Douglas County 911 received a call around 5:00 a.m., Tuesday morning, from a man stating he was bleeding to death. The connection…

Beargrease Starting Point Chosen

TWO HARBORS, Minn. - A sign of winter is the annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon and recent warm weather had organizers discussing an alternate starting point. Marathon officials met last night…

Data Shows Deadliest Year Since 2007 for Michigan Drivers

DETROIT (AP) - Preliminary state data shows that 2016 was the deadliest year since 2007 for drivers in Michigan. The Detroit Free Press reports that a running total of 1,021 people were killed in 301,525 overall crashes last year in…

MN House Committee Approves Bill that Would Charge Protesters

ST. PAUL (AP) - A Minnesota House committee has approved a bill that would charge protesters for law enforcement costs associated with disruptive demonstrations. The House Civil Law Committee passed the bill 6-3, amid outcry from critics who say it…

Wisconsin Manufacturing Tax Credit Continues to Grow

MADISON (AP) - A manufacturing tax credit touted by Republicans is projected to cost the state more than $650 million over the next two years. Democratic critic Representative Gordon Hintz, of Oshkosh, on Tuesday released the latest estimates from the…

Gov. Dayton Returns to Work after Collapse

ST. PAUL (AP) - Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton is planning to keep to his normal schedule Tuesday after collapsing during his State of the State address. The 69-year-old Democrat fainted as he neared the end of his annual speech Monday…

Trump Takes Executive Action on Oil Pipelines

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump has signed executive actions to advance the construction of the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines. Trump tells reporters in the Oval Office that the construction of the pipelines will subject to the…

Turkish Students Learn About Life in Minnesota

The Turkish students are from Middle East Technical University Development Foundation Private School, one of the most prestigious schools in Turkey. Students were selected from a large pool…

A Taste of Home at Carlson's Diner

HERMANTOWN, Minn- Carlson's Diner opened their doors August 24th, after taking over the location of a Hermantown community staple Starvin' Marvins. Owner of Carlson's Diner Amber Carlson says, "We updated the…

Referendum Vote Nears For Proctor Sports Facility

PROCTOR, Minn. - Officials say it's time for a facelift because the Proctor Arena has outlived its life expectancy. Just as the movie saying goes, "If you build it they will come" -- and that's exactly what school officials are…

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