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Matthew Amiot�is currently being held on a charge of first-degree arson�in the St. Louis County Jail. Formal charges are pending.�

36-Year-Old Man Arrested Friday Suspect in Duluth Synagogue Fire

09/15/2019 01:10 PM

Authorities say the 36-year-old man arrested Friday is the suspect in the fire that destroyed the Adas Israel Congregation synagogue on Monday morning.

Trump Official Visits Duluth for 8th District GOP Dinner

Cruise For Cancer Raises Money for 3-Year-Old Battling Cancer

UMD Celebrates 7th Annual Farm Fest

DNT Report: 25 New Homes Proposed in Duluth Heights

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ReLEAF Duluth to Plant New Trees

The city of Duluth will be planting three to four hundred new trees through a project called ReLEAF Duluth

Volunteers planting trees on behalf of ReLEAF Duluth on Saturday.

Man Arrested at Duluth Target for Threatening Customers

A 23-year-old male was arrested for threatening customers at the Duluth Target Friday. He was lodged at the St. Louis County for Threats of Violence.

On Friday, September 13th around 4:00 PM, Duluth police arrested a man for threatening customers at Target.

Storm Team Weather Highlights

Vigil for Sheila St. Clair Held, Last Seen Four Years Ago

Last seen in Duluth, Sheila St. Clair has now been missing for four years.

Amid No Contract Deal, St. Luke's Nurses Vote to Authorize Strike

St. Luke's nurses have voted to authorize a strike.

County Attorney: Deadly Force Justified in Hermantown Shooting

Deputies have been cleared of wrong-doing after a fatal officer-involved shooting in Hermantown, which took place back in May. The suspect, 37-year-old Timothy Russell Majchrzak, died at the scene.

This scene shows the moments before Timothy Majchrazak was shot. Majchrazak was holding a gun.

Jewish Community Uniting in Wake of Duluth Synagogue Fire

The Jewish community is still processing the loss of the Adas Israel Congregation synagogue, a building had stood as a fixture for so many in the community, but they are also using this tragedy to unite.

The Jewish community is still processing the loss of the Adas Israel Congregation synagogue, a building that had stood as a fixture for so many in the community.

Past President Reacts to Loss of Duluth Synagogue

A Monday morning fire gutted the Adas Israel Congregation Orthodox Jewish synagogue. A past president of the synagogue reacts to the loss.

Habitat for Humanity Holds House Blessing

The Habitat for Humanity hosted a home blessing on their most recent build in Lincoln Park, which was the first home built by the organization in Duluth in a number of years.

Essentia Health's $800 million Vision Northland project is expected to begin on Monday, which is expected to impact downtown Duluth traffic.

Essentia's Vision Northland Project Beginning Monday

Marcie Rendon posing with her new book, Girl Gone Missing.

Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center Celebrates Indigenous Authors

Men, women and children dressed in �Recovery is Real� shirts took steps towards educating the community on the challenges that come with addiction, as well as, offering resources and support to those struggling.

Recovery Alliance Duluth Hosts 2nd Annual Walk for Recovery

A flag warning is in effect until Monday at 10 a.m.

Red Flag Warning at Park Point Beaches

Kites courtesy of Kiwanis provided kids the chance to fly on Saturday.

Kids Enjoy Kiwanis Kite Fly

UMD student Jacob Michael Lavoie was found in the water by the Minnesota Slip Friday.

Community Saddened by UMD Student's Death

Duluth Seeking Input for Earned Sick and Safe Time Rules

The City of Duluth has proposed a new zoning ordinance for tiny houses.

City of Duluth Proposing Zoning Amendment for Tiny Houses

A $2 million dollar remodeling project of UMD's Ordean Court is nearing the end of its construction, which is expected to be done in early October.

UMD's Ordean Court Remodeling Nears Completion

"No Poop Fairy" Promotes Clean Water in the Twin Ports

Coroner: Lavoie Cause of Death, Drowning

New at Lake Superior Zoo

North Shore Community News

Works of Art or Monuments to Ego? Rock Stacking Stirs Debate

Stacked rocks, or cairns can be found all along the North Shore, and you may even stumble upon one while hiking on a trail deep in the woods. But are these manmade objects works of art, or a nuisance?

Touchstone Award Finalist: Boreal Community Media

The Boreal Emergency Preparedness Portal helps people prepare for visits or activities up the Shore.

Beargrease Announces Major Sponsorship Opportunity with Film Company

The 2020 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon begins Jan. 26.

25th Annual Two Harbors Art Fair this Weekend

Two Harbors Art Fair is happening this weekend.

Lake County Fair is Underway

The Lake County Fair kicked off Thursday and continues through Sunday.

Central MN Community News

Sadie Slides Off, Leiyanna Jones, and Malayaah'rae Slides Off have been located and are safe.

UPDATE: Missing Children Found Safe

The Cloquet Police Department says a teen and two young children who had been missing have been found safe.

Historic Log Church in Sawyer Reopens After 55 Years

After 55 years the doors finally reopened at the historic log church in Sawyer Sunday.

Deadly Summer on Minnesota Roads

Speed Limit Changes in Northeastern Minnesota

The speed limit for portions of Highway 73 will increase to 60 mph.

DNR Expands Feeding Bands to Fight CWD

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