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Minnesota Press Conference: COVID-19 Stay at home order

03/25/2020 02:50 PM

Gov. Tim Walz announced a "stay at home" order to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Watch the full press conference here.

US-Canada border expected to close Friday night

Essentia Health, St. Luke's offering coronavirus testing

Skier, Snowmobiler Die in Separate Cook Co. Incidents

Spring Hours Begin at Split Rock Lighthouse

Special Report: A Little Place Up the Shore

The final stop on the Lundie and Vacation Home Tour is almost 70 years old.

Tour's Final Stop an Original Lundie Home

This home is a new addition to the Lundie and Vacation Home Tour.

Elegant New Home Adds to Lundie and Vacation Home Tour

The Vatten Hus cottage is on land that has a rich history.

Vatten Hus Cottage Holds Rich History and Unique Story

Minnesota Prison Safety Suffers Due to Guard Shortage

Minnesota's legislative auditor says the safety of inmates and staff at the state's prisons has suffered due to chronic shortages of correctional officers.

Authorities Identify Skier Who Died at Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort

A skier died at Lutsen Mountains Wednesday.

State and Local Leaders Discuss Efforts to Address Affordable Housing in Minnesota

Carving a Path Towards Justice: Trafficking Survivor and Activists Speak on MMIW Crisis

The crisis with missing and murdered indigenous is shedding light on a national, local, family and human issue that has impacted many families and innocent victims. Local leaders are doing their part to create a path towards justice.

Thunder Bay Named Tree City of the World

Thunder Bay has been designated as a Tree City of the World.

The Sleeping Giant is seen from Hillcrest Park in Thunder Bay.

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Thunder Bay Man Accused of Driving Double Speed Limit

Police say a Thunder Bay man was charged with stunt driving after allegedly driving more than twice the speed limit.

Redington Becomes Two-Time Beargrease Champion

He won the Beargrease back in 2018 when the race started in Two Harbors and ended at Billy’s Bar in Duluth. Now Alaska native Ryan Redington can call himself a two-time Beargrease champion after crossing the finish line first in Grand Portage Tuesday evening at 4:35 P.M. He said that even with the change in the course this race is always difficult.

Ryan Redington won his second John Beargrease sled dog marathon coming in Tuesday evening around 4:35 pm.

Female-led Teams Dominate Beargrease 120

The top four finishers among the Beargrease 120 was an all-female sweep.

14-Year-Old Arrested Following Stabbing in Two Harbors

The Two Harbors Police Department says a 14-year-old is in custody following a stabbing in Two Harbors on Sunday afternoon.

Learn to be a train conductor with a fun program at the Depot.

Learn to Work on the North Shore Scenic Railroad

Mushers Erin and Chad Schouweiler got married following the 2019 Beargrease.

Mushing and Marriage with the Schouweiler’s

Liza Dietzen snacks while chatting at the Sawbill checkpoint.

The Musher Menu: Keeping Energy Up on the Beargrease Trail

Erin Schouweiler is the winner of the 2020 Beargrease 120.

Erin Schouweiler Wins Beargrease 120

Nathan Schroeder pets Chewy, one of his lead dogs.

After Hiatus, Several Mushers Return to the Beargrease

Colleen and Ero Wallin are both competing in Beargrease races this year.

Two Generations of Wallins Racing in the Beargrease

2019 Champion Blake Freking high-fives fans as he started last year's marathon.

International Crews Arrive for Beargrease

John Fisher examines one of his lead dogs, Piper, to see how hydrated he is.

Veterinarian Team Helps Ensure Dog Safety on the Beargrease

One musher embracing their dog before the big race.

Dozens of Young Mushers Race in Cub Run

Each Beargrease musher carries Trail Mail in their sled during the marathon.

Beargrease Trail Mail Links History and Art

Some Michigan lawmakers believe the federal government should open Isle Royale National Park to moose hunters.

Some Lawmakers Favor a Moose Hunt at Isle Royale

Cook County permits have expired for a piece of land tied to Seth Jeffs, a man who led a secretive polygamous sect, who planned to build a 6,000 square foot building on his property.

Cook County Permits Expire for Land Owned by Seth Jeffs

Twin Ports Community News

MNA raising concerns about healthcare working conditions

As the shortage of N-95 masks continues for healthcare workers across the country, the Minnesota Nurses Association is raising concerns about how the lack of masks are putting healthcare workers and patients at risk.

Eric Erkkila announces candidacy for County Commissioner

Erkkila resides in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood with his wife and their nine-year-old son Aiden.

Census Day: Local update on survey and COVID-19 impact

Lincoln Park Craft District fundraising to help businesses and families in need

Simonson moves from zoo to LSC

Local experts weigh in on financial advice during COVID-19 pandemic

Northern MN Community News

New COVID-19 cases reported Wednesday in St. Louis, Douglas, Itasca, Carlton Co.

New cases of COVID-19 were reported Wednesday in Carlton, Douglas, Itasca, and St. Louis counties. There have been a total of 13 confirmed cases in St. Louis County, seven in Douglas County, and three in Carlton County, and two in Itasca County.

Northland schools ready to launch distance learning

Northland schools are prepping to launch distance learning.

Minnesota Press Conference: COVID-19 Stay at home order

Grand Marais grocery stores move to curbside pickup or delivery only

The change will remain in effect until further notice.

Response to coronavirus exposes lack of high-speed internet across Minnesota

First case of COVID-19 confirmed in St. Louis County

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