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Russian Launches To Space From US, 1st Time In 20 Years

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.. (AP) — For the first time in 20 years, a Russian cosmonaut rocketed from the U.S. on Wednesday, launching to the International Space Station alongside NASA and Japanese astronauts despite tensions over the war in Ukraine. Their…

Biden To Focus On Hurricane Victims In Florida, Not Politics

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is headed to hurricane-ravaged Florida on Wednesday with a pledge that federal, state and local governments will work as one to help rebuild homes, businesses and lives — putting politics on mute for now to focus…

Better Business Bureau Warns of Solar Panel Scams

MILWAUKEE, WI - With inflation and the rising costs of energy, solar panels have increased in popularity as an alternative energy source for homes and businesses in recent years.  For those who have thought…

Coffee Conversation: Tony Dierckins Presents New Book

DULUTH, Minn. -- Tony Dierckins launches new book, Duluth's Grand Old Architecture. Dierckins is a local Duluth Author and Zenith City Press Publisher. His latest book is co-authored by Maryanne C. Norton. It explores the…

Superior Public Library Hosts Fall Storytime

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- It's all things fall at the Superior Public Library. For the youngsters, the library is hosting weekly story-time events giving kids a chance to enjoy stories, activities, and crafts. There's a different…

Scenic Highway 61 To Close For Emergency Erosion Repairs

DULUTH, Minn. -- Significant erosion along portions of Scenic Highway 61 in Duluth has St. Louis County getting ready for five weeks of emergency repairs starting Monday. One of the locations of severe erosion along the slope of Lake Superior…

National Taco Day

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Tuesday was National Taco Day, a day that has celebrated the Mexican delicacy since 2009. Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Superior has a variety of taco styles to choose from like street tacos,…

Papier-Mache Pumpkin Class

DULUTH, Minn. - With Halloween less than a month away, a Papier-mâché pumpkin class was held at the Duluth Art Institute in Lincoln Park. The class follows the work of Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese-American artist…

Geese Vs. Wild Rice Growth On St. Louis River

DULUTH, Minn. -- Tuesday, a plan is in place to euthanize hundreds of geese next summer in Duluth to help restore native wild rice on the St. Louis River. Wildlife officials with the Minnesota and Wisconsin DNRs say decoys and…

Blatnik Bridge Closing Northbound Lanes

DULUTH, Minn. -- Drivers should expect northbound lanes on the Blatnik Bridge to be closed just after midnight Wednesday. From 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. crews will be working on the placement of precast concrete barrier and pavement markings near…

US Announces New $625M Security Package For Ukraine

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. announced plans on Tuesday to provide an additional $625 million in military aid to Ukraine, a package that includes additional advanced rocket systems credited with helping the country’s military gain momentum in its war with…

Wisconsin Democrats Put Abortion In Spotlight

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democrats up for election in five weeks put abortion in the spotlight Tuesday, with the Republican-controlled Legislature taking less than a minute to reject Gov. Tony Evers’ call to create a way for voters to get a…

Blood Donations Urgent After Hurricane Ian

MINNESOTA -- Hurricane Ian may be gone, but problems are only growing. Memorial Blood Centers issuing an urgent call for blood and platelet donations. Donations will be used in Florida and the Southeast, which were hit hard by the storm.…

US To Require More Rest Between Shifts For Flight Attendants

(AP) -- Airlines will be required to give flight attendants at least 10 hours off duty between shifts, one more hour than currently, under a rule announced Tuesday by the Federal Aviation Administration. Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen said that…

2 Guilty Of Violating Floyd’s Rights To Begin Federal Term

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Two of the four former Minneapolis police officers who were convicted of violating George Floyd’s civil rights during the May 2020 restraint that killed him are scheduled to begin serving their federal sentences Tuesday. J. Alexander Kueng and Tou…

Catalyst Festival Wraps Up After Busy Four Days

DULUTH, Minn. -- The Catalyst Festival wrapped up four days of creativity over the weekend. The storytelling conference once again brought together anyone interested in creating stories, whether for television or social media platforms. The…

Officials: US To Send Ukraine More Advanced Rocket Systems

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. will soon deliver to Ukraine four more of the advanced rocket systems credited with helping the country’s military gain momentum in its war with Russia. The High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, known as HIMARS, will…

Frustrations Mount As Hurricane Ian’s Effects Linger

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Days after the skies cleared and the winds died down in Florida, Hurricane Ian’s effects persisted Monday, as people faced another week without power and others were being rescued from homes inundated with lingering floodwaters. Frustrations mounted in…

Judge Who Voided Minnesota Abortion Limits Blocks Appeal Bid

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota judge who struck down key restrictions on abortion in the state has rejected a bid by a county prosecutor who hopes to appeal the ruling. Ramsey County District Judge Thomas Gilligan ruled Tuesday night that Traverse County Attorney…

Supreme Court Welcomes The Public Again, And A New Justice

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court began its new term Monday with a new justice on the bench, the public back in the courtroom and a spirited debate in a case that pits environmental protections against property rights. The new member of the…

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