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City of Duluth to Conduct Maintenance on Lakewalk Starting Tuesday

06/23/2018 04:02 PM

The City of Duluth will be conducting storm water drain maintenance and restoration of the eastern segment of the Lakewalk Trail starting Tuesday.

Fuel Oil Spills on Kabetogama Lake

US 63 Now Open Through Bayfield County

Missing Savage Man Found Deceased

Fatal Crash in Bayfield County

An Open Letter From Duluth Mayor To Rolling Stone Reporter

Fun in the Sun at the Solstice Festival

New Dock Being Installed at CHS Grain Terminal

600 feet of new dock is being installed at the CHS grain terminal in Superior.

Lakewalk Galley Opens in Canal Park

Transcript: Woman Hesitated Before Deadly YouTube Stunt in Minnesota

World & National

House Approves Bill to Expand Treatment for Opioid Abuse

The House has overwhelmingly approved legislation designed to give health care providers more tools to stem an opioid crisis killing more than 115 people in the United States daily.

Trump Pcks Navy Veteran as Top Counterterrorism Official

President Donald Trump has announced that he's picked Joseph Maguire to lead the National Counterterrorism Center.

Pope Stumbles After Mass, But Aides Prevent Fall

Pope Francis had just given the faithful his blessing in French at Thursday's Mass in Geneva when he stumbled.

NK Pledges to Destroy Missile Test Engine Site

Following his summit with Kim Jong Un, President Trump said the North Korean leader was "already destroying" a missile site. An administration official says the testing site in question is in North Pyongan province.

An administration official revealed Thursday that the testing site in question is in North Pyongan province, and is sometimes is referred to as the Sohae Satellite Launching Ground.

Midwest News

Transcript: Woman Hesitated Before Deadly YouTube Stunt in Minnesota

Authorities: Criminal Charges Pending in Missing-person Case

U of Michigan to Raise In-State Tuition by 2.9 percent

Walker Meets with Trump at White House Luncheon

DFL Leaders And Supporters Gathered For Rise And Resist Rally

DFL Representatives Speak Out Against Trump At Press Conference

Schimel: School Grants Could be Used for Gun Training

Arizona Man Sentenced to Prison for Cyberattack in Wisconsin

This Week in Mining

A lawsuit has been filed against the government over the mineral leases for Twin Metals.

Nine Businesses File Lawsuit Over Reinstatement of Twin Metals Leases

Another legal action over mining-related activity in Minnesota. This time, nine businesses who rely on the BWCA are suing the government.

Trump meets with mining leaders at a roundtable on Wednesday in Duluth.

Trump Roundtable Focused on Mining and Shipping

A big moment for mining, as President Trump listened to over a dozen people who are advocates for the industry. He wrapped up a nearly hour-long roundtable at the port, before heading to the campaign rally at AMSOIL.

A bill finalizing the land exchange for PolyMet has passed the U.S. Senate.

Land Exchange Amendment for PolyMet Passes Senate

Senator Smith's amendment for the PolyMet land exchange has passed the Senate.

Eyewitness Sports

Brewers Recall IF Miller, Send Down Struggling OF Santana

The Milwaukee Brewers recalled veteran infielder Brad Miller from Triple A Colorado Springs and optioned struggling outfielder Domingo Santana.

Moore, Lynx End Mercury's 8-Game Win Streak, 83-72

Maya Moore scored 23 points and the Minnesota Lynx beat Phoenix 83-72 on Friday night to end the Mercury's eight-game winning streak.

Aguilar Connects in 9th for 2nd HR, Brewers Beat Cards 2-1

Jesus Aguilar homered to break up rookie Jack Flaherty's no-hit bid in the seventh inning, then homered again in the ninth to lift the Milwaukee Brewers over the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 on Friday night.

Minor Pitches Rangers Past Twins for 6th Straight Win

Mike Minor threw six solid innings, Shin-Soo Choo homered and the Texas Rangers beat the Minnesota Twins 8-1 on Friday night for their sixth consecutive victory.

Good Morning Northland

The Northland Newborn Foundation aims to help families in their time of need. They're raising awareness of the services they provide this weekend at Planet 3 Extreme Air Park in Duluth.

New Northland Foundation "Bouncing" into Action

Agency Confirms 2nd Measles Case in Michigan this Year

Animal Allies: Edgar

Schimel: School Grants Could be Used for Gun Training

DNR: Spring Hunters Killed Nearly 39K Turkeys in Wisconsin

Rubber Chicken Theater Combining Fantasy and Reality with New Play

11 Die on Minnesota Roads over Father's Day Weekend

Nine Businesses File Lawsuit Over Reinstatement of Twin Metals Leases

DFL Leaders And Supporters Gathered For Rise And Resist Rally

President Trump Focuses on Immigration, Protecting Miners Jobs in Speech

"We're Winning": Trump Supporters Feeling Victorious After Rally

President Trump Tweets About Visit to Duluth

DFL Representatives Speak Out Against Trump At Press Conference

Health

House Approves Bill to Expand Treatment for Opioid Abuse

The House has overwhelmingly approved legislation designed to give health care providers more tools to stem an opioid crisis killing more than 115 people in the United States daily.

Consumer

Lakewalk Galley Opens in Canal Park

Crabby Bill's has taken on a new name, with new owners, and new food.

Entertainment

Summer Solstice: An Artist's Art of Letting Go

Community members joined a local artist who captured the sunrise of summer solstice with his unique art.

Trump Stumps for Candidates of His Choice in Minnesota

President Trump brought his campaign and endorsement power to Duluth and Minnesota, hoping to win key elections.

Trump Roundtable Focused on Mining and Shipping

President Trump Lands Aboard Air Force One in Duluth

President Trump made his landing at the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth.

Pres. Trump Signs Executive Order Ending Family Separation Policy

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to keep families together at the southern border, but added the "zero tolerance" policy will continue.

Politics

Walker Meets with Trump at White House Luncheon

Gov. Scott Walker met President Trump at a luncheon with other governors at the White House.

In Case You Missed the President's Speech

President Donald Trump addresses the crown at the Amsoil Arena

DFL Leaders And Supporters Gathered For Rise And Resist Rally

Outdoor

Census Suggests UP Wolf Population Stable, Thriving

Biologists say Michigan's wolf population appears to be leveling off.

Federal Agency Considers Dropping Wolf Protections

A federal agency is taking new action that could result in wolf protections being lifted.

Birkie Leaders Break Ground for Samuel C. Johnson Family Outdoor Center

A ceremonial groundbreaking for the Samuel C. Johnson Family Outdoor Center was held near Seeley on Saturday.

Celebration for New Campground at Lake Vermilion

A new campground offers plenty of amenities at Lake Vermilion.

Feds OK Plan to Rebuild Isle Royale Wolf Population

Federal officials have given the final OK to a plan to move more wolves onto Isle Royale.

Up North: Anglers Continue Fishing to Help Fight Against ALS

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