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K9 Chase was deployed for a narcotics search and alerted other officers to the presence of drugs in an April traffic stop in Hibbing

Two federally charged in April drug bust by Hibbing PD

07/30/2021 10:25 AM

According to a Friday morning release from the Hibbing Police Department, two individuals have been federally indicted in an April drug bust.

Drought disaster declaration issued for northeastern Minnesota

Grand Rapids is feeling the ripple effects of Monday night’s storm

Still several power outages for Monday's storms

Police looking for driver in overnight pursuit, crash

Running the Rapids Half Marathon, Relay and 5K set for Aug. 14

The fourth annual Running the Rapids Half Marathon and 5K returns August 14 at Portage Park in Cohasset.

40th Ely Blueberry/Art Festival canceled

Ely's Blueberry/Art Festival is canceled after a strong storm moved through and damaged booths and downed trees. An Ely Chamber of Commerce representative said it's "pretty devastating."

WDIO Storm Track Weather Highlights

Storm Track Weather Video Forecast

Five years since the deadly wind storm

Five year anniversary of the deadly wind storm that hit the Northland.

"I've never seen a drought like this:" Minnesota farmers struggle amid dry conditions

Colorado man drowns after canoe capsizes in BWCA waters

BCA: Remains found in Lake Superior in Grand Portage

The Minnesota BCA says they are investigating the death of 34-year-old Richard Anthony Balsimo, whose remains were found in Lake Superior in Grand Portage. One man has been arrested and charged in connection.

Survey for small businesses and digital technology trends

The Hibbing Chamber of Commerce is asking members to take a survey to provide insight on the digital side of things.

Take a survey to help the Hibbing Chamber understanding digital technology trends.

State Sen. David Tomassoni reveals ALS diagnosis

Minnesota State Sen. David Tomassoni has revealed he's been diagnosed with ALS.

Minnesotans eager to travel to Canada after border announcement

After Canada's announcement many are wondering when the borders will be open.

Sheriff's office investigates fire at Iron Range church

A fire destroyed a building at Camp Sigel on Friday.

Fire destroys lodge at Camp Sigel

Workers at Aramark are on strike in Hibbing.

Workers at Aramark on strike in Hibbing

Entry into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Fires in Canada force closures within the BWCA

Fire at United Taconite in Forbes

MPCA expands air quality alert for northern Minnesota

Cleanup and investigation underway at major fire scene in Virginia.

Fire investigation and cleanup underway in Virginia

Structure fire at Lake Vermilion's Life of Riley Resort breaks out

One man dead after shooting self during standoff with Cloquet police

Deer River woman seriously injured in crash

Missing Grand Rapids teen found safe

A major fire damaged buildings in downtown Virginia on Friday.

Major fire in downtown Virginia causes serious damage

North Shore Community News

Gooseberry Falls are drier than usual

Water levels are low at Gooseberry Falls earlier than ever.

Putt-Putt cars return to Duluth

BCA working on investigation near Grand Portage

Scientists: Pup births hopeful sign for Isle Royale wolves

Cleveland-Cliffs launches vaccine incentive program

The North Shore Adventure Park hosting Bay Area Craft and Farmers Market throughout summer

Central MN Community News

Drought disaster declaration issued for northeastern Minnesota

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a drought disaster declaration in northeastern and north-central Minnesota, just over a week after issuing a similar declaration for northwestern Minnesota.

Crews called to grass fires in Cloquet

Firefighters in Cloquet responded to a report of a grass fire near the skateboard park at 420 14th Street at 1:19 p.m. on Monday.

Judge: Sheriff must stop blocking property used by pipeline foes

Gypsy Moth treatments in the Northland this week

One Lake Venoah resident is healing through gardening

Update: Missing Cloquet teen found safely

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