New Red Panda To Join Lake Superior Zoo
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Lake Superior Zoo is preparing to welcome a new animal to the Northland. A brand-new Red Panda named Pip will be joining Zoozee, the 2-year-old Red Panda that came to…
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Ending of CSS Theater Program Draws Sit-in by Students and Supporters
DULUTH, Minn. - A decision announced by the College of St. Scholastica last Friday to cease offering theater productions this fall has shocked students, staff, alumni and the community. A sit-in by…
Volunteer Sandra Nutt Sheds Light on the Walk to End Alzheimer's in Ashland
ASHLAND, WI. -- April is National Volunteer Month, and community members like Sandra Nutt are busy preparing for the Walk to End Alzheimer's in Ashland. Sandra is a volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association. She has…
Coffee Conversation: Local Musician from Carlton Wins Competition with Original Song
CARLTON, Minn. -- A local musician from Carlton will receive a close to $10,000 prize after winning a national contest for her original song. Abrianna Schmidt is an 18-year-old high school senior. She recently found out that she won the Country Music…
Police: 4 Officers Killed, 4 Wounded In Shootout At North Carolina Home
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Four officers trying to serve a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and four other officers were wounded in a shootout in North Carolina. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said the…
Longtime Hartley Nature Center Leader Moves to Next Adventure
Duluth's Hartley Nature Center is a city treasure. And now the person who has helped lead it for over a decade is moving on to his next adventure. "Hartley is such a community gem, you…
Students Protest Ending of Theater Program at St. Scholastica
DULUTH, Minn. -- A late Friday afternoon announcement that the College of St. Scholastica is ending its theatre productions led to a protest Monday outside the school president’s office. Students from the theater…
28th Annual Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference At The DECC
DULUTH, Minn. -- An event focusing on the mental health of children is taking place at the DECC. The 28th Annual Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference is a 3-day event. It is one…
Global Negotiations On A Treaty To End Plastic Pollution At Critical Phase In Canada
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — For the first time, negotiators from most of the world’s nations are discussing the text of what is supposed to become a global treaty to end plastic pollution. Delegates and observers at the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on…
Endion Station Inn Hosts 'The Great Duluth Sweat Together'
DULUTH, Minn. – Hearty Duluthians came out Saturday for The Great Duluth Sweat Together at the Endion Station Inn in Canal Park. The fun included around a dozen mobile Wood Fire Saunas and an…
May Day Observance In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - In the United States and Canada, workers celebrate Labor Day. While around the world people celebrate May 1st as the day to honor workers. Union members in the United States…
People Get New Wheels at the 16th Annual 'Continental Bike Swap'
DULUTH, Minn. -- For people who prefer to get around on two wheels, the 16th annual Continental Bike Swap was the place to be this weekend. Every year, Continental Ski and Bike hosts the…
Students To Protest College of St. Scholastica's Decision To Cut Theatre Program
DULUTH, Minn. -- There was growing disappointment and sadness Sunday from current and former theatre students at the College of St. Scholastica after learning Friday that the college's long-running theatre program will be dissolved. …
Iron County Sheriff's Office Considers 2 Horse Deaths 'Suspicious'
Two horse fatalities are under investigation in Iron County. The Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook to say investigators consider the deaths "suspicious." The deaths happened Wednesday night into early Thursday on a property off of County Highway C in South…
$3 Million Secured In Senate Bonding Bill For New 148th Fighter Wing Hangar
Sen. Grant Hauschild (DFL-Dist. 3) has announced $3 million for the 148th Fighter Wing has been secured in the Senate Capital Investment Bonding Bill. If a super majority approves the funding, it would assist in…
College Of St. Scholastica's Decades-Long Theatre Productions To Shut Down
DULUTH, Minn. – The Twin Ports theater community will be losing one of its longest-running stages this fall when the College of St. Scholastica shuts down its decades-long theatre program. Students have been producing high-quality productions for the CSS campus…
Local Organizations Show Appreciation During Volunteer Week
DULUTH, Minn. -- Local organizations are showing their appreciation to volunteers this week. Head of the Lakes United Way teamed up with Twin Ports non-profit partners to offer deals and discounts during the week.…
Duluth Junk Hunt Growing Over the Years at the DECC
DULUTH, Minn. -- A 3-day indoor market filled with vintage items and handmade goods is taking place at the DECC this weekend. The Duluth Junk Hunt has over 150 vendors. Visitors can find furniture,…
'One Pill Can Kill' -- The Fentanyl Crisis
DULUTH, Minn - Duluth Police Chief Mike Ceynowa was one of four Minnesota law enforcement officers to appear with Senator Amy Klobuchar (D) who spoke about the fentanyl crisis. The online event was designed…
WLSSD Hosts Annual Earth Week Block Party
DULUTH, Minn.-- The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District held its annual Courtland Street Block Party Friday, in honor of Earth Week. The WLSSD block party is dedicated to protecting the environment and public health within the community. People dropped off…
Duluth Homegrown Music Festival Starts This Sunday
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth will be filled with the sound of music next week as the Duluth Homegrown Music Festival kicks off this upcoming Sunday. This is the 26th year of the music festival and around 160 bands will hit…
Damiano Center Has Job Opportunity For Teens
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Damiano Center has a job opportunity for teenagers looking to make a difference in younger people's lives. The Summer Food Corps position is all about learning to garden and…
Duluth Pack Giving Back to the Outdoors with Arbor Day Campaign
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Pack has started up their annual campaign all about giving back to the great outdoors. It is the 7th annual Arbor Day Campaign, "Buy A Pack, We Give Back." The…
Northeast Minnesota Criminal Justice Summit Focuses on Crime Survivors
DULUTH, Minn. -- The 2024 Northeast Minnesota Criminal Justice Summit took place Thursday. The St. Louis County Attorney's Office hosting the event at Pike Lake Beach and Gold Club. The day long training is…
Groundbreaking Ceremony For New Stadium at University of Wisconsin-Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Thursday marked the official start of construction as dirt is being moved for the new stadium at UWS. The Superior Choice Credit Union Stadium will be the future home for both the…
Mayor Roger Reinert Delivers First State of the City Address
DULUTH, Minn. -- "So tonight, I am announcing that our 2025 budget will hold property taxes for the city of Duluth flat for the first time since 2014. in over a decade,…
Esports Comes to Boys & Girls Club of Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. --The growth of Esports is continuing in both high schools and colleges as well as with younger audiences. The acceptance and growth of gaming are evidenced by the new Esports lounge at the Boys and Girls Club in…
Driver Who Slammed Into Deputy's Vehicle Charged, Under The Influence
The driver who slammed into the back end of a St. Louis County deputy's vehicle was under the influence, according to the criminal complaint. Court documents say 25-year-old Logan Niemi of Kinney, Minnesota crashed into the deputy's SUV around 9…
Insomnia Cookies Grand Opening Makes Late-Night Treats Available to UMD Students
DULUTH, Minn. -- Insomnia Cookies opened its first location in Duluth today, bringing late night treats to UMD students and the community. And it's not too late to check out the grand opening and satisfy your cravings with a free…
Duluth Junk Hunt Back At The DECC This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. -- A 3-day indoor market filled with vintage items and handmade goods is taking place at the DECC starting Thursday. The Duluth Junk Hunt has over 150 vendors. Visitors can find furniture, home decor, clothing, bakery treats, artwork…
