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City of Duluth responding to sanitary sewer blockage near College Street and Kenwood Avenue

By Kelli Latuska City of Duluth Utilities Operations was notified at around 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2 of a possible sanitary sewer backup near the intersection of Kenwood Avenue and College Street. Utilities crews responded and determined that a sewer release was occurring near Chester Creek. Crews worked

Duluth Haunted Ship opens tonight

That hint of cool breeze you're feeling isn't just a change in the weather. The spirits of the Duluth Haunted Ship are gathering just beyond the shoreline to mutiny the SS William A. Irvin. This dark season marks the 29th year of this unhallowed event through

Minnesota Power plans two large solar projects in northern Minnesota

“These projects will help move us toward our goal of providing more than 80% renewable energy by 2030 while working toward meeting the state of Minnesota law calling for carbon-free energy supplies by 2040.” --Josh Skelton

Duluth Police respond to person with a weapon call

At approximately 6 p.m., Sunday, September 15, Duluth Police responded to the area of Lake Avenue and Sutphin Street for a report of a person with a weapon. Officers quickly arrived and located a 52-year-old male who appeared to be suffering from a mental health crisis. The male was

Duluth Police respond to vehicle crash at Myers Wilkens Elementary School

Around 8:25 a.m. today, Duluth Police were called to Myer Wilkens Elementary School at 1027 North 8th Ave East, where a vehicle had collided with the gymnasium. The initial investigation indicates that the vehicle, with two people inside, failed to stop at a stop sign on North 8th

Classes start today at Lake Superior College

The parking lot and classrooms at Lake Superior College will be bustling with hundreds of students today on the first day of the fall semester's classes. The community and technical college offers more than 90 programs across its three Duluth locations: the main campus on Trinity Road, the

Public invited to learn about Community Development Block Grant funds

The St. Louis County Economic and Community Development Department distributed $1.9 million in federal grant money to communities and non-profit organizations in St. Louis County in the last year. These Community Development Block Grant funds helped cover costs for renovations at the Chisholm Kiwanis Park, Mesabi Fit Coalition, and

Overnight shooting in Downtown Duluth

Early Saturday, Duluth Police were called to a shooting on the 100 block of East 3rd Street. At the disordered scene, two victims were discovered. A 56-year-old man, one of the victims, suffered a chest gunshot wound and was transported to a nearby hospital by Mayo Ambulance. He remains hospitalized.

Giant Voices elevates women in marketing

Giant Voices has earned recognition for elevating women as one of Finance & Commerce’s 2024 Empowering Women honorees. The awards recognize companies and organizations that have shown a strong commitment to supporting women in Minnesota. Giant Voices was recognized among the honorees at Finance & Commerce’s VIP awards

Lake Superior College president to retire in June

During Rogers’ five years as president, nearly 5,000 students earned a certificate, diploma, or associate’s degree.

ALLETE, City of Duluth in the news

“Having reached this important milestone, we are now one step closer to realizing the meaningful benefits we see ahead for all ALLETE stakeholders as the result of this partnership." -- Bethany Owen, ALLETE Chair, President and CEO

Duluth Fire Department battles house fire in Duluth Heights

Teams from 7 Engine, 1 Engine, 1 Tower, Rescue 1, and 8 Q were actively involved in extinguishing the fire. Minnesota Power was summoned to cut off electricity to the site.

Overnight closures scheduled for I-35 as part of the Twin Ports Interchange project

Drivers are advised to stay alert, watch for merging traffic, and exercise caution while adjusting to the new traffic patterns.

FEMA opens Disaster Recovery Center in Virginia

Residents and business owners in St. Louis County who experienced damage from the severe storms and floods between June 16 and July 4 can now receive in-person assistance for federal aid applications. FEMA has established a Disaster Recovery Center starting Friday, August 15, at the St. Louis County Public Works

Howie Blog: Stella Maris Academy adds 5k continuous loop trail

The 138 acres of land, including the current school and gymnasiums, are one of SMA's most valuable assets. The aim is for the SMA community to use the land fully.

At the DECC

Classic rock icons REO Speedwagon and Loverboy are joining forces for a tour, with a newly announced show at Amsoil Arena on November 19. Tickets will be available starting Friday, August 2 at 10 a.m. REO Speedwagon was established in 1967, signed a record deal in 1971, and has

Assessments wrapping up for people affected by June flooding

"The June flood was catastrophic for numerous families and business owners. We are committed to ensuring those affected receive any eligible property tax relief." -- Mary Garness, St. Louis County Director of Public Records and Property Valuation

Breaking News: Priley Circle encampment residents ordered to vacate

The Duluth Police Department has issued an update regarding the encampments at Priley Circle, stating that the City of Duluth’s Life Safety team has addressed the situation. Residents of the encampments have been instructed to vacate the area.

Aspirus St. Luke’s Heart & Vascular Care celebrates milestone

“The procedure is minimally invasive. We gain access to the heart from the femoral vein... Patients can often be discharged just a few hours after the procedure." -- Aspirus St. Luke’s Cardiologist Dr. Leif Christianson

National Bank of Commerce to acquire RiverWood Bank to expand its presence in Minnesota

“We have been looking for strategic opportunities to further expand National Bank of Commerce into greater Minnesota, and we believe we have found the ideal partner in RiverWood Bank” -- Brad Roden, CEO of National Bank of Commerce

Duluth Police report graffiti incident

Today, officers from the Duluth Police Department were called to address an incident of graffiti at the 4700 block of East Superior Street. They discovered graffiti with a derogatory anti-Palestinian message on a door frame. The initial investigation suggests the act took place between 3 p.m. on Thursday and

Results of Piedmont Ave and 24th Ave West intersection study to be announced

St. Louis County Public Works will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, June 26, at 6 p.m., at Denfeld High School in the West Commons area to announce final recommendations for the intersection of Piedmont Avenue and 24th Avenue West in Duluth.  The intersection of Piedmont Avenue and 24th

Nurses at Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 3rd Street and Patient Flow hospital nurses to announce organizing, filing for union representation

“Our love for nurturing and providing the best patient care is often overlooked when the nurses do not have a voice at the table. This will allow us to fight for not only ourselves, but also what’s best for our patients.” -- Dee Budish, RN at Essentia 3rd Street Clinic

National Bank of Commerce gives back this spring

National Bank of Commerce (NBC), a local community bank with a 90-year history of helping make more possible, celebrated its 4th bi-annual Community Impact Week of Caring. Throughout the week of May 13, 150 associates gave back to our communities through 332 hours of volunteer time. Over the course of

Put your paws together for the new member of DPD’s K9 Division, K9 Gus

The Duluth Police Department is pleased to welcome the fourth member of our K9 Division, K9 Gus. Officer Nate Abbott and K9 Gus began K9 School on February 12 and graduated on May 23. Their first day on the job was on Monday, May 27. “We’re excited for K9

St. Luke’s and Lake View unveil new Aspirus Health names and logos

The two hospitals are now known as Aspirus St. Luke’s Hospital and Aspirus Lakeview Hospital. Their clinics' names have also changed to include Aspirus St. Luke’s and Aspirus Lake View. New clinic names include Aspirus St. Luke’s Hibbing Clinic and Aspirus Lake View Silver Bay Clinic.

Southbound 40th Avenue West bridge over I-35 in Duluth reopens

The southbound direction of the 40th Avenue West bridge over I-35 in Duluth has reopened. One 11’ lane is accessible across the bridge for traffic heading from the hillside towards the lake. Traffic will be able to access the ramp northbound to I-35 and Oneota St. Motorists exiting from northbound

On the Road to Grandma's

Jerry Thoreson has been named the 2024 recipient of Grandma's Marathon's prestigious Marsh Nelson Media Award. Thoreson has been involved with covering the event since the late 1990s, when he worked in the composing room at the Duluth News Tribune. He remembers watching the race from

City of Duluth to delegate authority for electrical permitting and inspections to State of Minnesota

Beginning Tuesday, June 4, the City of Duluth will delegate authority for residential and commercial electrical permitting and inspections to the State of Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.  Beginning Tuesday, June 4, the State of Minnesota will be accepting, reviewing, and inspecting work related to electrical permits. All electrical