KYN: Cloquet Writer Embarks on a 6 Month Journey
DULUTH, Minn.-- An ambition to travel the world, is something Cloquet writer Jess Waldbillig has felt for years. And just recently, she finally made it happen. "I think like a lot of people who…
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Coffee Conversation: Rubber Chicken Theater Holiday Sketch Comedy Shows
DULUTH, Minn. -- Rubber Chicken Theater is wrapping up 2024 with a pair of holiday sketch comedy shows sure to bring festive laughter to the Twin Ports. Co-founder Brian Matuszak joined us this morning to discuss the upcoming performances. [blox_vms…
City Council Approves $3.6 Million Tourism Marketing Contract to Arizona Firm
CITY HALL - Duluth City Councilors approve a $3.6 million tourism marketing contract to Arizona-based Madden Media, in an 8 to 1 vote at Monday's meeting. Councilors made it known that they…
'Chicken And Whaaat?!' Opens In West Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.--'Chicken and Whaaat?!' is now open in West Duluth. The Hansen family is behind the new eatery and responsible for restaurants like Duluth Grill, Corktown Deli, and OMC Smokehouse. Chicken and Whaaat?! is…
'Trains and Toddlers' Program Returns to Lake Superior Railroad Museum
DULUTH, Minn.-- The Lake Superior Railroad Museum is bringing back its 'trains and toddlers' program after it was derailed by COVID. The program at the Depot is all about getting youngsters up close…
Police: Man In Custody Had Gun, Mask, Writings Tying Him To Killing Of UnitedHealthcare CEO
NEW YORK (AP) — Police arrested a “strong person of interest” Monday in the brazen Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO after a quick-thinking McDonald’s employee in Pennsylvania alerted authorities to a customer who was found…
Duluth Angel Of Hope Vigil Helps Parents Of Deceased Children Grieve
DULUTH, Minn. - Parents who have lost children gathered together by candle light in Duluth Friday evening. Duluth's Angel of Hope statue in Leif Erickson Park is one of more than 100 identical statues that…
Scores Released For Top 5 Finalists Of Duluth's Next Tourism Marketing Contract
DULUTH, Minn. -- We now know the scores for the top five marketing agencies that applied for Duluth's next multi-million dollar tourism marketing contract. Below are the scores based off a 100-point scale: Madden Media of Arizona: 81.65 Hailey Sault…
Hairball Vocalist Dave Moody, His Dog Pumped For Upcoming Show At Black Bear
DULUTH, Minn. – Hairball, one of the most popular tribute bands in America, is coming back to Black Bear Casino this Friday, Dec. 13th. Dave Moody, one of the lead vocalists for Hairball, took some…
Stolen Ruby Slippers Worn By Judy Garland In 'The Wizard of Oz' Auctioned For $28M
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A pair of iconic ruby slippers that were worn by Judy Garland in “The Wizard of Oz” and stolen from a museum nearly two decades ago sold for a winning bid of $28 million at auction…
Local Veterans Honor Pearl Harbor Fallen
DULUTH, Minn. -- 83 Years ago, on December 7th, 1941, over 2,400 American service members and civilians lost their lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor Now, decades later, Duluth Veterans held a ceremony,…
Shoppers Pick Up Gifts at Duluth Winter Village
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Loves Local hosted the 8th annual Duluth Winter Village at the DECC this weekend. As Christmas gets closer each day, shoppers explored vendors from over 50 local businesses. While many vendors were in Pioneer Hall, dozens…
A1 Movers Collecting Donations for "Fill the Truck" Food Drive
DULUTH, Minn. -- This holiday season A1 Movers is collecting food donations for its 13th annual "Fill the Truck" Food Drive. At Super One locations across the Twin Ports, shoppers can purchase pre-made…
Volunteers Prepare for Hmong New Year Celebration
DULUTH, Minn.-- The annual Hmong New Year is right around the corner and volunteers are rolling out 800 egg rolls and purple rice for this celebration. Every year, the Northland has the opportunity…
Finishing Touches on the 8th Annual Winter Village at the DECC
DULUTH, Minn.-- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the DECC, as they prepare for their 8th annual winter village weekend. Taking inspiration from European winter villages the DECC is excited to bring this back for another year.…
Coffee Conversation: Boat Club Productions Presents the Winter Wonderettes
DULUTH, Minn. -- The holiday season just got a little brighter with the debut of Winter Wonderettes, presented by Boat Club Productions. This morning, Producer Jason Vincent and Denfeld High School senior Reagan Kern, who plays Betty Jean, joined us…
New $16.5M Snowmaking Operation At Giants Ridge
BIWABIK, Minn. -- 74 new automated snow machines are now operating at Giants Ridge in Biwabik as part of a $16.5-million dollar investment there. A small ceremony was held on Thursday, Dec. 5, to…
Councilors' Hands Tied in Tourism Agency Decision
DULUTH, Minn. - Despite an angry public, councilors will need to certify the city's decision of tourism marketing firm or possibly face legal repercussions. At tonight's committee of the whole meeting, council…
Duluth Federal Prison Shutting Down
DULUTH, Minn. -- The decades-old Duluth Federal Prison is shutting down. The Federal Bureau of Prison said Thursday that it’s one of six prisons across the country being “deactivated.” The agency said the decision is being made to help deal…
Birders Flock to Sax Zim Bog
MEADOWLANDS, Minn.-- The bog is back in full swing, and guests are wasting no time in getting out in nature. The welcome center recently opened at Sax Zim Bog, and people are back to check…
Duluth Fire Foundation Fundraises for K9 Unit
DULUTH, Minn.-- The Duluth Fire Foundation is putting a spotlight on 20 Duluth Firefighters and their dogs. They're selling calendars to go towards one very good boy. K9 Jack is the only dog in the state…
Coffee Conversation: UWS Presents its 27th Annual Season of Song Concerts
SUPERIOR, WI. -- On Sunday, Dec. 8, and Tuesday, Dec. 10, UW-Superior will present its annual Season of Song concerts at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior. Dr. Michael Fuchs, Director of Choral…
Community Rallies Behind Couple Who Lost Longtime Home To Fire
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Community members are rallying behind an elderly couple who lost their home after fire ripped through it Sunday night. The fire broke out just before 9 p.m. Sunday on the…
Bicyclist Stuck, Killed By 2 Vehicles At Busy Duluth Intersection
DULUTH, Minn. – A bicyclist was struck and killed by two vehicles at a busy intersection in Duluth Wednesday evening. Duluth police said the 60-year-old man was struck around 5 p.m. on Mesaba Avenue below West 1st Street. Investigators believe…
Head of the Lakes United Way's Winter Day of Caring
SUPERIOR Wis.-- On Wednesday, hundreds of volunteers helped at 15 nonprofits across the Northland. To help celebrate Head of the Lakes United Ways Winter Day of Caring. One of those places is the Superior Douglas…
Holiday Light Display Safety Tips
DULUTH, Minn.-- According to the National Fire Protection Association, December is the leading month of house fires. And the Duluth Fire Marshal is urging homeowners to decorate with caution. Whether you're stringing lights outside, or…
CHUM in Need of Winter Clothes
DULUTH, Minn.-- The temps are getting cooler and organizations like CHUM needs help keeping families who use their shelter stay warm. With winter on the brink, more and more people are accessing the shelter. And…
Majority Of Supreme Court Seems Reluctant To Block State Bans On Medical Treatments For Minors
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hearing a high-profile culture-war clash, a majority of the Supreme Court seemed reluctant Wednesday to block Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The justices’ decision,…
UnitedHealthcare CEO Killed In 'Targeted Shooting' Outside New York Hotel, Officials Say
NEW YORK (AP) — UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning in what police said was a “brazen, targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding an investor…
Kmart Lot Still at Top of Spirit Valley Concerns
DULUTH, Minn. - A meeting meant to generate ideas from the public, becomes joint calls to address vacant Kmart lot. The Spirt Valley Core Investment Plan held its first community meeting at City…
