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Prince Harry Promotes Late Mother's Cause: Angola Land Mines

06/17/2019 11:55 AM

Prince Harry has offered his support to a new initiative to clear land mines from a wilderness area in Angola, a cause championed by his late mother, Princess Diana. She drew attention to the African nation's dangerous minefields by stepping onto one.

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'Secret Life of Pets 2' Bests 'Dark Phoenix' at Box Office

Chester Creek Concert Series Begins Tuesday

Jon Meacham, Tim McGraw explore American history in song

R. Kelly Pleads Not Guilty to New Sex Charges

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Chicago Releases 911 Calls from Smollett

The city of Chicago has released two 911 calls made after "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett claimed he was the victim of a racist, homophobic attack.

The City of Chicago has released audio of 911 calls from Jussie Smollett.

Americans Think Fake News is Big Problem, Blame Politicians

A new survey says half of U.S. adults consider fake news to be a major problem, and they mostly blame politicians and activists for it.

A survey from the Pew Research Center says half of U.S. adults consider fake news a major problem, and they mostly blame politicians and activists for it.

Report: FTC to Lead Possible Facebook Antitrust Probe

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Federal Trade Commission will lead any antitrust investigation into Facebook as part of an arrangement that would give the Justice Department oversight of Google.

New Improv Group Bringing Laughs to Northland

The Maritime Improv Crew is looking to entertain Northland folks this weekend. They have a show coming up at the Fitger's Complex in Duluth on Saturday, June 1.�

Prince's Bodyguard Deposed in Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Alex Trebek Shares 'mind-boggling' Pancreatic Cancer Update

"Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek says his doctors say he's in "near remission" of advanced pancreatic cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates 3% of patients with stage 4 pancreatic cancer are alive 5 years after being diagnosed.

Sports Illustrated Magazine Sold for $110 M

Sports Illustrated is being sold for $110 million, but Meredith Corp will continue running the iconic magazine under a licensing deal. Sports Illustrated began publishing in 1954 and covers a wide range of sports as well as an annual swimsuit edition.

Stan Lee's Former Manager Arrested on Elder Abuse Charges

A former business manager of Stan Lee has been arrested on elder abuse charges involving the late comic book legend. Keya Morgan is charged with theft, embezzlement, forgery or fraud against an elder adult, and false imprisonment of an elder adult.

Celebrity Chef Mario Batali Facing Assault Charge in Boston

Celebrity chef Mario Batali is facing a criminal charge on allegations that he forcibly kissed and groped a woman at a Boston restaurant in 2017.

'John Wick 3' Dethrones 'Avengers: Endgame' with $57 Million

17-year-old Mariah Henderson has always had a passion for singing. Her passion led her to compete in last summer's Northland Idol competition sponsored by WDIO, and that passion also fired her dream of being on American Idol.

Special Report: Passion Fires the Dream

Cowboy Angel Blue plays at the kick-off party for the 9th Annual Duluth Dylan Fest.

9th Annual Duluth Dylan Fest Schedule

Internet Sensation Grumpy Cat Has Died at Age 7

Cannes Kicks Off with Fashion Glamour

Tim Conway and Joe Flynn are seen in this 1970 CBS publicity photo for The Tim Conway Show.

Comedian Tim Conway of 'The Carol Burnett Show' Dies at 85

Tiffany Haddish will host a reboot of Kids Say the Darndest Things this fall.

Tiffany Haddish to Host ABC's 'Kids Say the Darndest Things'

Constance Wu, seen on the set of Fresh off the Boat, initially reacted negatively to news that the sitcom had been renewed.

ABC: Constance Wu's 'Fresh Off the Boat' Job Safe after Rant

'Game of Thrones' Showrunners Behind Next 'Star Wars' Film

Former Manager Charged with Abuse of Stan Lee

Doris Day, whose wholesome screen presence stood for a time of innocence in '60s films, has died, her foundation says. She was 97.

Legendary Actress and Singer Doris Day Dead at 97

'Pikachu' Tries to Dethrone the 'Avengers,' But Just Misses

Other News

High-Speed Chase Ends on Airport Taxiway

Police say a high-speed chase in Sioux Lookout, Ontario, ended when the driver got out of the car on an airport taxiway while it was still moving. The suspect, a 34-year-old woman from Winnipeg, faces 19 possible counts.

Lillehaug Says He Has Parkinson's, Leaving Minn. Supreme Court

Minnesota Supreme Court Justice David Lillehaug says he has Parkinson's disease and won't seek re-election next year. Lillehaug was appointed to the Minnesota high court in 2013.

Trudeau: D-Day Fighters Died 'For You and Me'

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hailed D-Day fighters who sacrificed their lives 75 years ago on the beaches of Normandy for future generations, "for you and me."

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke at a D-Day ceremony in France on Thursday.

Missing Hunter from Kansas Found in Ontario

A missing hunter from Kansas was able to find his way out of the woods in northwestern Ontario with help from a sound beacon.

May Holds Bilateral Talks with Trudeau

UK Prime Minister Theresa May and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held a brief meeting on Wednesday, following a commemoration marking the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with outgoing British PM Theresa May on Wednesday.

Canada: Time for China to "Break the Silence" on Tiananmen

Canada's foreign minister says it's time for Beijing to "break the silence" on the Tiananmen Square massacre.

Endangered Condor May Have Hatched in Zion National Park

There's likely a new baby condor at Zion National Park in southwest Utah. Park rangers said Thursday that they suspect a pair of endangered California condors has hatched their first egg because of behavior changes.

Body Found near Lake of the Woods ID'd as Man Missing Since Fall

Police say the body found near a community on Lake of the Woods in Ontario has been identified as a man who had been missing since last October. Police are still investigating the circumstances of the death of 26-year-old Bradley Kirkrude, Jr.

2 Killed in Northwestern Ontario Plane Crash

A pilot and passenger were killed when a plane crashed north of Kenora, Ontario, on Wednesday. A 75-acre wildfire has also been reported in the same area.

Man Apparently Drowns in Lake of the Woods

Police say a man apparently drowned on the Canadian side of Lake of the Woods.

Good Morning Northland

Rubber Chicken Theater is taking on "Carrie the Musical" for their latest musical. The intense production runs at The Depot in Duluth this weekend and next.

Summer is almost here and that means grad parties, family picnics and other social gatherings. For those who have a hard time talking with others at these types of events, life coach Pam Solberg-Tapper has tips.

Boe seems to enjoy hanging out at the WDIO studio, but he needs a forever home to hang out it. Animal Allies in Duluth is pushing to get him adopted soon.

Lyric Opera of the North is adapting 'L’elisir d’amore,' for the Duluth Stage. Stage Director Bradley Greenwald and conductor Dirk Meyer stopped by Good Morning Northland. You can see this romantic production, Friday, June 14 and Sunday, June 16.

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