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

14-Year-Old Arrested Following Stabbing in Two Harbors

01/27/2020 06:55 PM

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

New Electronic Monitoring Law Protecting Elderly and Vulnerable Adults in Minnesota

Erin Schouweiler Wins Beargrease 120

Minnesota Health Experts Weigh in on Coronavirus Response

Learn to Work on the North Shore Scenic Railroad

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

After Hiatus, Several Mushers Return to the Beargrease

Nathan Schroeder pets Chewy, one of his lead dogs.

Two Generations of Wallins Racing in the Beargrease

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

International Crews Arrive for Beargrease

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

Veterinarian Team Helps Ensure Dog Safety on the Beargrease

The veterinarian team is a key part of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. At each of the six checkpoints along the 295-mile race, vets look over the dogs to make sure they are hydrated, eating well and haven't injured a joint.

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

Dozens of Young Mushers Race in Cub Run

Young mushers were cheered on by family and friends Saturday during the 2020 Cub Run.

One musher embracing their dog before the big race.

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Beargrease Trail Mail Links History and Art

The roots of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon go back to the postal service. There's still a nod to that history in the race today through Trail Mail.

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

Cook County Permits Expire for Land Owned by Seth Jeffs

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.

New Cruise Ship to Sail Lake Superior in 2022

A new ship will take passengers and researchers on cruises across Lake Superior in 2022. The Viking Octantis will offer 14 summertime cruises on Lake Superior, with half of them stopping in Duluth.

This rendering shows the planned appearance of the Viking Expedition Ships.

Cook County Votes to Approve Refugee Resettlement

Cook County has opened its door to new refugees. The board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the refugee resettlement.

Over 120 snowmobiles soared through the snow on Saturday. Riding them were men and women who served our country.

MnUSA Hosts Largest Veteran's Appreciation Ride

Superior Shores, seen in 2014, has been sold for $15 million.

Superior Shores Resort Sold for $15 Million

Community members gathered at the Lake County Courthouse Thursday to honor victims and survivors of human trafficking.

Two Harbors Vigil Honors Trafficking Victims

Toboggan Trail Leads to Burglary Suspect

Lake Superior Declines Less than Normal, Remains Near Record High

Police: Robber Passed Off Harmonica as Weapon

Thunder Bay Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Celebration

Mother Accused of Killing 11-Year-Old Son on New Year's Day

Fire Displaces Grand Portage Family

It's been another busy year for news in the Northland. As we bid farewell to 2019, we look back at some of the top local stories of the year.

Police chase ends with crash into snow bank, early morning search of woods

Newcomers Kill Isle Royale's Oldest Gray Wolf

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Local Athletes React to Kobe Bryant's Death

Many kids grew up idolizing Bryant, and his "Black Mamba" killer instinct mentality, so Bryant's death hits close to home with basketball players at UMD and UWS.

Community Action Duluth Kicks Off Tax Season with Free Tax Preparation Service

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Several Thousand Spectators Send Off Musher's As Beargrease Begins

United Northern Hosts 67th Annual Ice Fishing Contest

Jason Lewis Promotes Campaign for U.S. Senate in Northland

On his campaign tour, Lewis visited Brainerd, Bemidji and Ely before stopping in Duluth.

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New Electronic Monitoring Law Protecting Elderly and Vulnerable Adults in Minnesota

The new electronic monitoring law in Minnesota gives elderly and vulnerable adults in assisted living facilities the right to conduct electronic monitoring with a camera or videos streaming device.

$900,000 of Counterfeit Money Seized at International Falls Port of Entry

Authorities seized $900,000 of counterfeit money from the International Falls Port of Entry on Friday that was discovered in a commercial rail shipment originating from China.

Lewis supports Minnesota county's vote to limit refugees

Candidate for U..S Senate Jason Lewis (R-Minn.)

GPS Tracking Upgraded for 2020 Beargrease Marathon

WDIO will offer a 24/7 live race tracker.

Minnesota Health Experts Weigh in on Coronavirus Response

On Friday the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed a second U.S. case of the new coronavirus in Chicago.

Father, Daughter Killed in Itasca Co. Explosion, Fire

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