DULUTH, Minn — The hockey community came together for the Panther Pancake Breakfast fundraiser. The fundraiser was put on by the Piedmont Youth Hockey Association, a community-run non-profit that aims to keep youth hockey accessible, inclusive, and safe. The event doubled as a celebration of a successful hockey season despite the setback that followed last year’s vandalism. Attendees had the…
CANYON, Minn. – An unoccupied snowmobile is being blamed for a crash that seriously injured another rider. The crash was reported around 4:15 p.m. Saturday on Trail 51 near Canyon, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. A 58-year-old man was leading a group of snowmobilers when he encountered the empty snowmobile parked on the trail. The man was…
FILE – This is an aerial view of President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, Aug. 10, 2022, in Palm Beach, Fla. WASHINGTON (AP) — An armed man drove into the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s resort in Palm Beach, Florida, as another vehicle was exiting before being shot and killed early Sunday morning, according to a spokesman for the…
United States’ Matt Boldy, center, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during a men’s ice hockey gold medal game between Canada and the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. MILAN (AP) — The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century. No miracle needed. Jack…
Rondale Moore NEW ALBANY, Ind. (AP) — Rondale Moore, an NFL receiver who had season-ending training camp knee injuries in each of the last two years after a standout college career at Purdue and a promising start with the Arizona Cardinals, was found dead Saturday, authorities said. He was 25. Police said Moore died of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. Moore…
HAYWARD, Wis.– A day before the big Birkebeiner race out in Cable and Hayward, the Kortelopet is in full swing, and there’s still plenty to be excited about. “it’s really cool to see everybody who comes out and, like, supports people and like, the community and like, yeah, just so many people skiing by,” said Ingrid Haaland, a Kortelopet racer….
DULUTH, Minn. — Wild State Cider hosted a fundraiser where each drink purchased supports a local non-profit. For each beverage sold at the event $1 will be donated to the Great Lakes Aquarium. The event also featured activities, including a spin-the-wheel game for a chance to win prizes and a raffle for an aquarium prize package. The package includes items…
HAYWARD, Wis.– Ahead of the Birkebeiner, the energy is already electric, in Hayward, Wisconsin, as racers are conquering the Kortelopet. Despite all the snow and wind much of the Northland experienced a few days ago, Hayward is in great shape for this weekend. Both Hayward and Cable, are filling up with more than 10,000 participants. The event manager for the…
Matthew Steven Tourigny DULUTH, Minn. – Matthew Steven Tourigny, 39, of Britt pleaded guilty to First Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct on February 20, 2026. St. Louis County Attorney Kim Maki says during the plea hearing, Tourigny admitted that he sexually assaulted a child under the age of 14 between October 2021 and December 2024. In addition, Tourigny also admitted to…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s that time of the year, on Saturday, Feb 21, people will be freezing for a reason for the 25th annual Duluth Polar Plunge. Each year the Duluth Police Department partners with Special Olympics Minnesota to host the biggest fundraiser for Special Olympic athletes. Over its 25 year history, the Duluth plunge has raised over $3 million….
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth is transitioning from aging parking meters to a modern payment system. The city plans to remove all parking meters and move to digital methods of paying. Duluth Parking Services Manager Mark Bauer said currently 80% of payments are made via the Park Duluth app, while 20% are meters. The new system aims to…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local non-profit has been gifted a large donation that will help serve the community for many years. For the past three years, Second Harvest Northland has been expanding the distribution center they acquired in 2022. With the help of Minnesota Power and the Minnesota Power Foundation, they are able to complete phase 1 of the project….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers recently announced a new tax credit for filming in Wisconsin and the creation of a Film Office. It’s been a couple of decades since Wisconsin had a film tax credit. Wisconsin was also one of only four states that didn’t have a film office either. It’s a great opportunity for the city…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s a big weekend for collectors at the Miller Hill Mall. The Elite Sports Cards and Collectibles show kicked off Friday (2/20). Explore sports cards, memorabilia, and other collectibles from over 50 vendors. It’s a great way to find that card you’ve been looking for, as well as make connections and learn more about the hobby. “Have…
Prescribed burns in Voyageurs National Park INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – Voyageurs National Park staff will be conducting prescribed burns in selected wetlands in and near Black Bay and Cranberry Bay on Rainy Lake in February and March 2026. The prescribed burns will remove unwanted invasive cattails and dead vegetation. They also have the goals of rejuvenating wetland plant communities, and…
Northland Sports Management Logo DULUTH, Minn. & SUPERIOR, Wis. – Duluth FC and Superior City FC are announcing new strategic management agreements with Northland Sports Management. They point out “this is not a merger.” Duluth FC and Superior City FC will remain distinct, independent clubs, each retaining its own governance, competitive pathways, and brand identity – preserving their full independence….
Net River Forest Road Bridge NICKERSON TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has completed a bridge replacement and road improvement project on the Net River Forest Road in the Nemadji State Forest. It was the final phase of a multiyear project to reconstruct the road to make it safer and more accessible for both recreation and forest management….
FILE – Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy watches during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of baseball’s National League Championship Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Milwaukee. PHOENIX (AP) — Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy has agreed to a multi-year contract extension after leading the Brewers to division titles and getting selected as NL…
Formal group photograph of the Supreme Court as it was been comprised on June 30, 2022 after Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson joined the Court. The Justices are posed in front of red velvet drapes and arranged by seniority, with five seated and four standing.Seated from left are Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Clarence Thomas, Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., and Justices…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Water, Light and Power, owned by Allete, has provided Superior with utilities for the last 135 years. However, Mayor Jim Paine is pushing for a shift to keep costs affordable. “Right now, people are opening the most expensive water, light, and power bills they have ever received in the history of the city,” said Superior Mayor…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Ronald McDonald House hosted its5th annual Brew Love North fundraiser. Since opening in 2021, the Ronald McDonald House has supported over 500 families throughout the region. The event consisted of over 20 local craft beverage vendors offering unlimited samples, along with a silent auction and a “Donate to Vote” contest, with 100% of the proceeds going…
DULUTH, Minn. — Following the release of a study regarding the skywalk system, the City of Duluth Mayor, Roger Reinert, weighed in. A six-month study of the skywalk system identified several challenges and outlined three main options: fully reinvesting in the system, removing it entirely, or pursuing a hybrid approach. The study ultimately found that a hybrid approach would work…
DULUTH, Minn. — One of the most influential rule books for public meetings operate turned 150 years old Thursday. Robert’s Rules of Order was written in 1876 and is still shaping modern meetings today. Robert’s Rules of Order are designed to create fair, orderly meetings with equal speaking time for debates before votes are made. North Carolina attorney Jim Slaughter…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The community is “paying” their respects and keeping a penny in their thoughts mourning the loss of the 1-cent coin, discontinued last year. The service reflected the impact the 238-year-old coin had in the nation. A crash course went over the history of the penny, and how it changed over the years… Members also discussed it’s cultural significance. From…
Benjamin Peterson TWO HARBORS, Minn. – A man is accused of sexually abusing a young child and recording at least one incident. Charging documents says law enforcement was tipped off to “Child Sex Abuse Material” being discovered on Benjamin William Peterson’s cloud account. Peterson’s charging documents say he is currently a “Registered Predatory Offender”. The indictment says investigators found a…
FILE – Documents that were included in the U.S. Department of Justice release of the Jeffrey Epstein files are photographed Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico’s attorney general has reopened an investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Jeffrey Epstein ’s former Zorro Ranch. Attorney General Raúl Torrez’s office made the announcement Thursday, saying the decision…
DULUTH, Minn. — United Steel Workers Local 9460 has a new initiative to support literacy and learning. Throughout February and March, the Next Gen Committee is holding a book drive. They are collecting new and gently used books aimed for children and teens. Donated books will be distributed to area Essentia Health locations. Kids will be able to browse in…
Democratic Wisconsin Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer, surrounded by Democratic colleagues, speaks in support of measures to expand Medicaid coverage for new mothers and insurance coverage for breast exams at a news conference in the state Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, in Madison, Wis. MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Women in Wisconsin will soon be eligible to receive expanded Medicaid…
United States’ players celebrate after a women’s ice hockey gold medal game between the United States and Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Milan, Italy, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek) MILAN (AP) — The U.S. women’s hockey team delivered an Olympic comeback for the ages by beating Canada 2-1 in overtime to win the gold medal…
Jason Ray Jacobs WHITE TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Minnesota State Troopers say at 9:35 am on the morning of February 18, 202,6 they spotted a vehicle weaving within traffic lines. Troopers began to watch the vehicle and noticed it was driving on the center line of County Road 100 in White Township, near Aurora. The vehicle continued to weave and then…
DULUTH, Minn. — One of the Northland’s biggest sporting exhibitions is underway at the DECC. The annual Duluth Sport Show kicked off at 3 pm Thursday, February 19th. Four halls contain hundreds of products, vendors, and activities. From boats, RVs, and resorts to demonstrations and free face painting – there will be something fun for everyone. “It’s become a tradition….
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew(CNN) LONDON (AP) — The former Prince Andrew has been released after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The Thames Valley Police force said the former prince was released Thursday evening. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was photographed in a car leaving the station near his home in eastern England about 11 hours after…
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew(CNN) LONDON (AP) — Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former British prince who was stripped of his royal titles because of his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office. While Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing in connection with his friendship with Epstein, concerns about Mountbatten-Windsor’s links to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Following the storm that hit the Northland, numerous trees and branches have brought down power lines, causing significant outages. People across the Northland spent their snow day shoveling out cars or walking around outside after a major blizzard hit the region. “I keep telling myself how much I love winter and I hope for it, but then…
DULUTH, Minn. — After a recent blizzard blew through the Northland, some businesses closed due to the heavy snowfall. But one business that never shuts down is a hospital. At Essentia Health, nurses and doctors are ready for whatever emergency comes their way during winter storms. For some patients, though, it can be too difficult to travel in the bad…
DULUTH, Minn.– A beloved member of the UMD bulldog community, Dale “Hoagie” Haagenson, passed away Feb. 17. Athletes, UMD coaches and staff said Hoagie touched the hearts of so many, and his legacy will undoubtedly live on. “He was so uplifting and caring. I know he cared so deeply about all of us. And we’re all just heartbroken right now,…
CORNICOPIA, Wis. — The Apostle Islands ice caves were open for the first time in over a decade to the public and people came from across the region to get the experience first hand. “We woke up early at 6 a.m., got our snacks, got our snow pants, got our coffee,” Jackie Hanson, visitor from St. Paul said. Located along…
New look for new Air Force One aircraft (CNN) – Air Force One will soon look a little different. An Air Force official says the new planes that will serve as Air Force One will be sporting President Trump’s preferred colors. They will be painted red, white, gold and dark blue. The planes which serve as Air Force One have…
American Obituary Music Video Screen Grab MINNESOTA – The Irish rock band, U2, which often writes songs about political and social issues, have released a new song in honor of Renee Good. The song is called “American Obituary”. It was part of a new EP called Days of Ash released on February 18, 2026. In announcing the EP release lead singer…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police released new information Wednesday involving two fatal shootings that occurred Feb. 10. Investigators with the Duluth Police Department said they have additional evidence to connect the two incidents. Screen grab of dashcam video from Feb 10, 2026 Deputy Involved Shooting. After the PIT maneuver as deputies approach vehicle According to the department’s public information officer,…
Anthony Ndubuisi Onovo SUPERIOR, Wis. – A Superior man is accused of raping a person he met on the Facebook dating app. Charging documents say Anthony Ndubuisi Onovo, 30, was chatting with the victim on the app for a few weeks. The alleged victim agreed to visit Onovo at his home to learn more about each other. The victim said they…
FILE – Freight trucks travel northbound on Interstate 5 Highway, Sept. 3, 2025, in Tracy, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez, File) More than 550 commercial driving schools in the U.S. that train truckers and bus drivers must close after investigators found they employed unqualified instructors, failed to adequately test students and had other safety issues, the federal Transportation Department planned…
(credit: Nevada County Sheriff’s Office) TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) — Eight backcountry skiers have been found dead and 1 remains missing after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe in California, officials said, making it the deadliest avalanche in the U.S. in more than four decades. Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon announced the deaths at a news conference Wednesday. Search and rescue crews…
Saint Paul Police Department Badge MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota and federal authorities are investigating the alleged beating of a Mexican citizen by immigration officers last month, seeking to identify what caused the eight skull fractures that landed the man in the intensive care unit of a Minneapolis hospital. Investigators from the St. Paul Police Department and FBI last week canvassed…
Entertainment Lineup 50th Grandmas Marathon DULUTH, Minn. – Soul Asylum and Hippo Campus will headline concerts for Grandma’s Marathon weekend. Ten Minnesota-based bands will take the stage at Bayfront Festival Park in June 2026 to help celebrate 50 years of Grandma’s Marathon. “We were searching for acts that felt authentic to who we are and reflective of where we come…
Kenneth Smith COHASSET, Minn. – The Aitkin-Itasca-Mille Lacs Violent Crimes Enforcement Team says they made a drug bust in Cohasset. The Grand Rapids Police Department worked with the Itasca County Sheriff’s Office to arrest Kenneth Dean Smith, 62, of Shakopee. Law Enforcement says they were tipped off that Smith was in the area and had numerous active warrants for his…
Dale “Hoagie” Haagenson (Credit UMD) DULUTH, Minn.– Dale “Hoagie” Haagenson, the longest serving volunteer in UMD athletic history, passed away Tuesday, February 17th. He was 65 years old. Haagenson got his start with UMD men’s hockey in 1981 as a volunteer. The head coach of the Bulldogs, Gus Hendrickson, encouraged Haagenson to join the staff. This decision alone would pioneer…
DULUTH, Minn. – Body and dashcam videos were released Tuesday showing the moments that lead up to a fatal deputy-involved shooting in Duluth Feb. 10 that killed 30-year-old Donald Felver III. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said a deputy spotted Felver driving erratically near the intersection of Grand Avenue and Central Avenue. The pursuit ultimately ended in the 7900…
DULUTH, Minn. — Students of different cultural backgrounds gathered at UMD to celebrate the Lunar New Year. 2026 marks the Year of the Fire Horse, symbolizing energy, independence, action, and forward momentum. The event featured festive décor, traditional dishes, and cultural activities honoring zodiac traditions and the diversity of Asian culture. “I think it’s really important to me and also…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Choice Credit Union will hold a memorial for the penny this Thursday, Feb. 19. Last fall, the United States Mint ended production of the one-cent coin. In honor of its long-standing place in American history, SCCU has decided to give the penny a special send-off. Throughout the day, the credit union will host three commemorative sessions…
