Driver injured in single-vehicle crash on Rice Lake Road
Witnesses told investigators the vehicle had been heading north when it crossed the centerline, veered off the roadway and came to rest in the west ditch.
St. Louis County
St. Louis County Board backs higher levy for 2026 amid rising costs
By state law, counties must set their maximum levy by the end of September. The board can lower the figure before adopting a final budget in December but cannot increase it.
St. Louis County Board authorizes $19.5 million bond sale to fund improvements at Depot, other county projects
By DANA KAZEL The St. Louis County Board has authorized the issuance of $19.5 million bonds to fund critically needed mechanical improvements at the historic St. Louis County Depot, as well as other county projects. The Board's vote on Tuesday was unanimous. Of the bond issuance, $3
St. Louis County expands public forestlands through landmark deal
“St. Louis County has a strong tradition of balancing smart forest stewardship with meaningful public access, and we’re proud to support them in that work. This is conservation at its best — local, collaborative and built to last.” -- Kim Berns-Melhus
St. Louis County Sheriff's Office releases video footage of fatal officer-involved shooting
The video footage captures a gunfire exchange between sheriff’s deputies and Adam Clinton Wolf of Normanna Township, who was pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities.
Breaking News: Deputies fatally shoot armed suspect after fires, gunshots in rural St. Louis County
The 911 center received a call reporting that a resident on Heritage Trail near East Pioneer Road had sprayed a family member with gasoline and set their house on fire. Moments later, another neighbor reported the same suspect was armed with a rifle, and that his own home was also in flames.
Parking ramp behind St. Louis County Courthouse in Duluth to temporarily close for repairs
By Dana Kazel Beginning Monday, July 14, the Third Street Parking Ramp, which connects by skywalk to the rear of the St. Louis County Courthouse in Duluth, will close for scheduled maintenance. The closure for resurfacing work is expected to take approximately six weeks. Recommended alternative parking locations include metered
St. Louis County waives permit fees for rebuilding after wildfire
Information on what materials can be disposed of at this location, and what needs to be separated, can be found online at stlouiscountymn.gov or by calling 218-749-9703.
Highway 169 segment dedicated as Senator David J. Tomassoni Memorial Cross Range Expressway
The designation follows legislation approved by the Minnesota House and Senate in May 2024, honoring the late Tomassoni, who spent nearly 30 years representing the Range and northeastern Minnesota at the Capitol.
St. Louis County leaders reflect on the 2025 legislative session
“We will continue to analyze potential impacts of other legislation approved during yesterday’s fast-paced session. Likewise, we are monitoring impacts from federal legislation and actions that could come this fall.” -- St. Louis County administrator Kevin Gray
St. Louis County to acquire public forest land
“This is a win for all involved. It’s a smart investment in preserving land for public use, and we are thankful for the partnership with The Conservation Fund to make it happen." -- Commissioner Mike Jugovich, who chairs the County Board’s Environment & Natural Resources Committee
Viking Octantis cruise ship docked along DECC waterfront
"So it's not only the convenience of the new seawall dock space that's going to invite more cruise ship traffic, but also the visual coming down the hill and being struck in the face by a huge cruise ship tied up next to the DECC." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
Events planned to highlight Gun Violence Awareness Month
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and inspire change to save lives. Multiple people and organizations in the Northland are teaming up this year to share messages about promoting use of gun locks and encouraging conversations about safe storage of firearms. On Tuesday, the St.
Recommendations to be announced for two intersections near Duluth's Lowell Elementary
St. Louis County Public Works engineers have finished gathering input and will announce recommendations for two intersections they've been studying near Lowell Elementary School. They will announce their final recommendations and discuss next steps at a public meeting on Thursday, June 5, at 6 p.m., in the
St. Louis County declares state of local emergency, state of local disaster
By Dana Kazel St. Louis County Board Chair Annie Harala has signed a Declaration of State of Local Emergency and State of Local Disaster for St. Louis County. The declaration comes eight days after the Camp House fire began, and one week after the Jenkins Creek, and Munger Shaw fires
St. Louis County and Resource Renew negotiate landfill agreement
“We are excited to strengthen our partnership with Resource Renew and open up our landfill to serve all of St. Louis County.” -- County Board Chair Annie Harala