MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Furloughs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will continue for the first six months of 2021 to offset losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic. But Chancellor Rebecca Blank offered hope for next year, telling employees on Monday…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin health officials reported Monday that more than 200,000 people have contracted the coronavirus since the pandemic began in March, a disturbing milestone as the virus continues to surge unabated across the state. The Department of…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The campaign of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Jason Lewis of Minnesota said Monday that his emergency surgery for a severe internal hernia was a success. The campaign had said the condition could have been life-threatening if not…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence are both scheduled to make separate appearances this week in Wisconsin, just days before the Nov. 3 election. Trump was scheduled to hold a rally in West Salem,…
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota Republican U.S. Senate candidate Jason Lewis has been rushed into emergency surgery for a severe internal hernia. The Lewis campaign said in a statement Monday that the condition is life-threatening if not treated quickly. Campaign manager…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 135,372 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Monday morning and 4 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,353 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,710,177 tests have…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence plans to maintain an aggressive campaign schedule this week despite an apparent outbreak of the coronavirus among his senior aides, the White House says. Pence’s chief of staff, Marc Short, and “a couple…
DULUTH, Minn. - Having a safe and healthy Halloween will have a whole new meaning amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Mary Cherne deals with dietitian, clinical nutrition, and diabetes care at St. Luke's in…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — An effort to recall Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers over his response to racial injustice protests and the coronavirus has failed, the recall’s organizer told supporters on Monday. Misty Polewczynski, of Burlington, posted on the “Recall…
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A deeply torn Senate is set to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Republicans are overpowering unified Democratic opposition to vote Monday on President Donald Trump’s nominee a week before Election Day. Democratic leaders want…
DULUTH, Minn.- October is Pitbull Awareness Month, and on Sunday 7 West Taphouse on Miller Hill hosted a party to wrap up its month-long fundraiser. Every year during the month of October the…
DULUTH, Minn.- Hundreds of experienced and novice skiers and snowboarders got their gear at the 49th Annual Team Duluth Ski Swap at Spirit Mountain over the weekend, keeping a nearly 50-year tradition alive. By…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- The quarantine 15 was a phrase that came back in March as people were staying inside during the spring shutdown. But one Duluth woman used that extra time as motivation to become more…
DULUTH, Minn.-- Lake Superior Zoo's popular Halloween event Boo at the Zoo wrapped up for the season Sunday. The event has welcomed over 4,000 guests into the zoo during first two weekends…
CANADA -- Husky Energy, which operates a refinery in Superior, announced on Sunday that it is merging with one of its rivals in the oil and natural gas market, Cenovus Energy. The Husky name will be no more, as the…
DULUTH, Minn.-- More than 67,000 Americans died in 2018 from prescription drug overdoses. Today for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Duluth Police is offering a way to safely dispose of unused drugs. The Duluth…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- As the Spooktacular was going on, other businesses in Superior enjoyed the festivities. Going Postal and Thirsty Pagan hosted a fall music festival. Proceeds from donations at the event will go to the…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- The pandemic couldn’t keep away the ghouls and goblins that pack Superior every year as the annual Superior Spooktacular continued. With Halloween just a week away, people from the Twin Ports have gathered…
DULUTH, Minn. - Oasis Del Norte closed up their food truck for the season on Friday. Due to the cancellation of many events, the owner decided to bring his traditional and fresh Mexican…
DULUTH, Minn. - Marinas in the area have begun winterizing boats. The process usually takes under two hours depending on the size of the boat. Although experts say it's a bit earlier than they are…
DULUTH, Minn.-- No Grandma's Marathon this year has created some challenges for organizers. One of those includes thousands of unused clothes from the races. But that's not stopping them and other Northland groups from trying…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- With the election just over a week away, Wisconsin leaders made a stop in Superior to encourage early voting. Wisconsin Democrat's "What's At Stake" bus tour stopped in Superior. State Senator Janet Bewley,…
DULUTH, Minn. - As the need for warmer clothing continues to grow, the Salvation Army and the Damiano Center came together to help those who need it most during their Community Connect Event. The…
DULUTH, Minn . - As COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the region, the Iron Range is experiencing a surge of cases and deaths. Cases grew quickly in the Duluth area in September, but…
DULUTH, Minn. - In order to combat the critically low levels of blood available in the region, Memorial Blood Centers hosted a drive at Duluth's City Hall Plaza. Memorial Blood Centers say that it…
DULUTH, Minn. - Some drivers put snow tires on their cars to get through the long Northland winters, but the Duluth Fire Department has more heavy-duty equipment to handle the slick roads so…
Kids' crafts are in high demand as young ones are stuck inside because of the pandemic. The Duluth Studio Market on North 45th Avenue East is providing fun crafting activities for children to take…
Zenith Auto Glass in Duluth is accepting donations through the end of the month, whether it be coats, hats, or boots in exchange for a free glass chip repair. All it takes is one donation…
