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Search for Missing Wisconsin Teen Enters 3rd Day

10/16/2018 10:32 PM

Authorities continue to investigate the disappearance of Jayme Closs. The Wisconsin teenager has been missing since her parents were found dead in their home. Authorities say Closs isn't a runaway and could be in danger.

Local Father and Son Headed to the Capitol To Help Stop Gun Violence

Differing Viewpoints on Duluth Education Levy Referendum

New Additions to Holiday Center, Superior Street Delayed

State Official Says County Should Release Stauber Emails

Minnesota 1 of 22 States Now Reporting Mysterious Paralyzing Illness

Containing Canada Geese: Management Continues in Virginia

Vehicle Crash Causes Power Outage in West Duluth

Crash on Grand Ave. involving one vehicle and a telephone pole.

Duluth Hires New Chief Administrative Officer

Duluth Police Investigating Stabbing in Downtown

Duluth Police are investigating a stabbing that happened around midnight Tuesday.

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World & National

No Winning Mega Millions Ticket; Jackpot Climbs to $868M

No winning lottery ticket was sold for the latest Mega Millions drawing, meaning the jackpot climbs to $868 million.

Local Father and Son Headed to the Capitol To Help Stop Gun Violence

A Northland father and son are headed to the Capitol this weekend to do what they can to end gun violence.

Grandmother of Girl in Oven Charged with Murder

Authorities say grandmother has been charged with first-degree murder after her granddaughter was found stabbed and burned inside an oven.

Recreational Pot Becomes Legal in Canada on Wednesday

Marijuana becomes legal in Canada on Wednesday, but it won't be available for purchase in Ontario retail stores until next spring.

Midwest News

Former Vice President Joe Biden is endorsing Democrat Randy Bryce to replace Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan.

Former Vice President Biden Endorses Randy Bryce

Trial Date Set for April in Wisconsin Redistricting Case

Community Searching for Shakopee Teens Missing Since Saturday Morning

2 People Killed in Crash Involving Charter Bus

Search for Missing Wisconsin Teen Enters 3rd Day

University of Minnesota Sees Spike in Reports of Sex Assault

Charges Won't Be Filed Against Detroit Lakes Police Chief

Police Say Man with Handgun Shot by Police in Strum, Wis.

This Week in Mining

Steelworkers and U.S. Steel have tentative labor deal.

Steelworkers and U.S. Steel Have Tentative Agreement

Another company has reached an agreement with its steelworkers. Today, the news broke about U.S. Steel.

An update from ArcelorMittal's bargaining committee says that frustration is growing.

Steelworkers: ArcelorMittal Management is Provoking a Work Stoppage

The bargaining committee working on ArcelorMittal's contract provided an update on Friday, saying their frustration is growing by the day.

USW ratifies new agreement with Cleveland-Cliffs.

Steelworkers Ratify New Labor Contract with Cleveland-Cliffs

Steelworkers who work for Cleveland-Cliffs have ratified a new, four-year labor contract.

Eyewitness Sports

Beyond the Gridiron: Undefeated Cardinals Await the Postseason

Due to Wrenshall having to forfeit their final game, the Cromwell-Wright Cardinals finished the regular season with a perfect record. However, this is a team who's only loss last season came in the state tournament.

Prep Soccer Playoffs 10/16: Duluth Denfeld Boy's, Duluth Marshall Girl's Advance to Section Finals

The Grand Rapids boy's and Chisago Lakes girl's also advanced to the finals.

Duluth East Boy's Soccer Advances to State

The Minnesota State Boy's Soccer Tournaments begin October 23rd with quarterfinals at various sites.

Bradley's Slam Helps Red Sox Beat Astros 8-2 in ALCS

Game 4 is Wednesday night, with Boston's Rick Porcello opposing Charlie Morton.

Good Morning Northland

No Winning Mega Millions Ticket; Jackpot Climbs to $868M

Healthcare Ethics Conference Happening in Duluth

Reminder: Damaged Lakewalk Closed Until Further Notice

Suicide Awareness Walk Bringing Community Together

Multiple Accidents on Bong, Blatnik Bridges

Rainfall Prompts Early Campground Closures in UP

"Yellow Submarine" Animator Showing Artwork in Duluth

The Touchstone Award luncheon provided folks to celebrate those who give so much to their communities.

Touchstone Award Luncheon Another Success

What Saved Hides for Habitat

Steelworkers and U.S. Steel Have Tentative Agreement

Telephone Service Restored in Douglas County

Multiple Accidents on Bong, Blatnik Bridges

Another Search Organized for Missing Ashland Man

Cloquet Celebrates Grand Opening of New Skate Park

Health

Minnesota 1 of 22 States Now Reporting Mysterious Paralyzing Illness

Health officials are reporting a jump in cases of a rare paralyzing illness in children, and say it seems to be following an every-other-year pattern.

Consumer

Mega Millions Prize Up to $654M, 4th Largest in US History

It's the fourth largest Mega Millions jackpot, estimated at $654 million. Mega Millions is played in 44 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

After nearly three months without a winner, the Mega Millions lottery game has climbed to an estimated $654 million jackpot.

Entertainment

Mega Millions Prize Up to $654M, 4th Largest in US History

It's the fourth largest Mega Millions jackpot, estimated at $654 million. Mega Millions is played in 44 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Rainfall Prompts Early Campground Closures in UP

Some campgrounds in Michigan's Upper Peninsula have been closed early this season due to heavy rainfall.

A campground in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park has been closed early due to heavy rainfall.

Evers Proposes Tax Cuts; Walker Calls it Publicity Stunt

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers is proposing a tax cut for Wisconsin's middle class. Evers unveiled the plan Sunday. Republican Gov. Scott Walker's campaign is calling it a last-minute publicity stunt.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers is proposing a tax cut for Wisconsin's middle class. Evers unveiled the plan Sunday at a campaign event.

University of Minnesota Sees Spike in Reports of Sex Assault

A University of Minnesota report shows rising numbers of sexual assault reports on campus, but experts say that may be the result of increased awareness and not rising crime.

Charges Won't Be Filed Against Detroit Lakes Police Chief

Charges wont be filed against a Detroit Lakes Police Chief for grabbing a 12-year-old boy around the neck when he mistakenly thought his bike was being stolen by him.

Prosecutors say they will not file charges over a confrontation last summer between Detroit Lakes Police Chief Steve Todd and a 12-year-old boy.

Politics

Former Vice President Biden Endorses Randy Bryce

Michigan Bans Marijuana-Infused Alcoholic Drinks

Even if Michigan voters approve recreational use of marijuana, a new law means they won't be able to buy marijuana-infused alcohol.

Snyder Vetoes Bills to Exempt Aircraft Parts from Taxation

Outdoor

Grand Teton Bear Killed after Becoming Accustomed to People

Rangers have put down a bear at Grand Teton National Park that had become accustomed to people.

Program Aims to Improve Veterinarians' Skills with Wildlife

The University of Minnesota is launching a year-long fellowship aimed at improving veterinarians' skills in handling wild animals who may wind up in their care.

Researchers Turn Minnesota Lake into Large Laboratory

Wis. Committee Advances Bill to Scrap Carcass Movement Rule

First Two Wolves Moved to Isle Royale

FILE - The first wolves have been moved to Isle Royale as part of an effort to restore the island's wolf population.

Regulators Loosen Requirements for Northern Wis. Elk Hunt

Wisconsin regulators, meeting in Hayward, voted to loosen the�criteria for holding elk hunts in the Clam Lake and Black River regions.

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Suicide Awareness Walk Bringing Community Together execCheckDiffShort("10/15/2018 09:54 AM","minutes",7727,5108535);

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Local Father and Son Headed to the Capitol To Help Stop Gun Violence

Differing Viewpoints on Duluth Education Levy Referendum

New Additions to Holiday Center, Superior Street Delayed

State Official Says County Should Release Stauber Emails

Minnesota 1 of 22 States Now Reporting Mysterious Paralyzing Illness

Containing Canada Geese: Management Continues in Virginia

Vehicle Crash Causes Power Outage in West Duluth

Duluth Hires New Chief Administrative Officer

Duluth Police Investigating Stabbing in Downtown

20th Annual Wish Upon a Star Fundraiser Coming Up

UPDATE: Florida Authorities Investigating Possible Spotting of Missing Wisconsin Teen

Superior Couple Shares Story, Warning After Weekend Fire

Reminder: Damaged Lakewalk Closed Until Further Notice

Superior Police: Man Claimed to Have Firearm before Officer-Involved Shooting

Homecroft Elementary PTO Pushing to Fix School Field's Draining System

Cloquet PD Adding K9 Team to Combat Increase in Drugs

Home, Garage Damaged in Devil Track Road Fire

Former Vice President Biden Endorses Randy Bryce

Trial Date Set for April in Wisconsin Redistricting Case

Community Searching for Shakopee Teens Missing Since Saturday Morning

2 People Killed in Crash Involving Charter Bus

Search for Missing Wisconsin Teen Enters 3rd Day

University of Minnesota Sees Spike in Reports of Sex Assault

Charges Won't Be Filed Against Detroit Lakes Police Chief

Police Say Man with Handgun Shot by Police in Strum, Wis.

No Winning Mega Millions Ticket; Jackpot Climbs to $868M

Healthcare Ethics Conference Happening in Duluth

Reminder: Damaged Lakewalk Closed Until Further Notice

Suicide Awareness Walk Bringing Community Together

Multiple Accidents on Bong, Blatnik Bridges

Rainfall Prompts Early Campground Closures in UP

"Yellow Submarine" Animator Showing Artwork in Duluth

Touchstone Award Luncheon Another Success

What Saved Hides for Habitat

Steelworkers and U.S. Steel Have Tentative Agreement

Telephone Service Restored in Douglas County

Multiple Accidents on Bong, Blatnik Bridges

Another Search Organized for Missing Ashland Man

Cloquet Celebrates Grand Opening of New Skate Park

Minnesota 1 of 22 States Now Reporting Mysterious Paralyzing Illness

Mega Millions Prize Up to $654M, 4th Largest in US History

Mega Millions Prize Up to $654M, 4th Largest in US History

Former Vice President Biden Endorses Randy Bryce

Michigan Bans Marijuana-Infused Alcoholic Drinks

Snyder Vetoes Bills to Exempt Aircraft Parts from Taxation

Grand Teton Bear Killed after Becoming Accustomed to People

Program Aims to Improve Veterinarians' Skills with Wildlife

Researchers Turn Minnesota Lake into Large Laboratory

Wis. Committee Advances Bill to Scrap Carcass Movement Rule

First Two Wolves Moved to Isle Royale

Regulators Loosen Requirements for Northern Wis. Elk Hunt