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Apple Admits iPhones Slow Down as They Get Older

(FOX News) -- It's not just your imagination. Your iPhone really does slow down as it becomes outdated. Apple iPhone users for years have wondered why their phone seems to go slow, compared with newer models. Apple is now reportedly admitting there is…

Minnesota Unemployment Rates Drop to Lowest Level Since 2000

DULUTH, Minn.-Minnesota’s unemployment rate fell to 3.1 percent in the month of November, the lowest it’s been since the year 2000. Trade, transportation, and utilities led all sectors in November with 2,300 new jobs.  Jobs in hospitality, manufacturing, and government have…

WLSSD Treecycling Program Begins Dec. 21

DULUTH, Minn. - Western Lake Superior Sanitary District and partners have kicked off the annual Treecyling program. The program is to encourage area residents to recycle their fresh-cut…

Altec Adding 100 Jobs in Duluth Location

DULUTH, Minn. –Altec Incorporated in Duluth is adding 100 jobs at its manufacturing facilities as they invest $8.45 million in an expansion there. Altec, which makes aerial lift trucks, is planning on purchasing new equipment and making other upgrades to…

Busy Season for Candy Shops

Twin Ports - Candy lovers had the chance to splurge on their sweet tooth Tuesday. Tuesday, December 19 is National Hard Candy Day! The staff at Sweeden Sweets…

Duluth Pack Marks 135 Years in Business

DULUTH, Minn. - The Northland is full of history and stories of how the area was developed. One local company got its start helping the men who built the area. Duluth Pack…

Experts Warn Pets are More Than Presents

DULUTH, Minn.- Seeing a puppy under a Christmas tree might be exciting but local veterinarians want to remind Northlanders, a pet is for life not just for Christmas. Experts told FOX21 gifting…

Twitter Suspends White Nationalists As It Enforces New Rules

NEW YORK (AP) — Twitter suspended the accounts of well-known white nationalists Monday, moving swiftly to enforce its new rules aimed at reducing what it deems abusive content. The account of far-right group Britain First, a small group that regularly…

Johnson's Bakery Preparing for Holiday Rush

DULUTH, Minn. - There’s an increase of busy bakeries in the Northland this time of year. One of those bakeries happens to be Johnson’s Bakery in West Duluth. For the past 72…

APEX Donates Winter Gear to Working Students

HERMANTOWN, Minn.-  Northland high school students are working on a construction project, but with the temperatures getting chillier a local group of business leaders are ensuring students have the necessities. Members of the…

What is Net Neutrality and Why Does it Matter?

NEW YORK (AP) — “Net neutrality” regulations, designed to prevent internet service providers like Verizon, AT&T, Comcast and Charter from favoring some sites and apps over others, are on the chopping block. On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission plans to…

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