Pancake breakfast benefit for Carlton County firefighter coming up on Sunday

A pancake breakfast benefit is coming up Sunday for a Carlton County firefighter who is battling leukemia.

'Our vote matters, especially now': Native voters share priorities ahead of midterm elections

Several state candidates met with Native and non-Native community members at the American Indian Community Housing Organization in Duluth on Tuesday and discussed their stances on housing. White Earth Nation citizen Babette Sandman, 72, attended the evening forum. She remembered a time when she may not have voted. “Voting has...

Lincoln Park businesses give kids an early start to Halloween

Around 20 businesses handed out candy for the annual business trick-or-treat in Lincoln Park Saturday afternoon.

Duluth council weighs support for 148th Fighter Wing jet upgrade

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Duluth city councilors considered a resolution Thursday that would show support for the 148th Fighter Wing to receive new fighter jets. The resolution is non-binding, meaning it is symbolic and shows support or a lack of it. At issue is the possibility of the 148th upgrading from its fleet of F-16s to new F-35 Lightning jets.

Hermantown, Google reach decommissioning agreement ahead of data center vote

HERMANTOWN, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Ahead of a city council vote next Monday that could clear the way for Google to begin developing its data center in Hermantown, residents are learning more about what will happen when the data center is no longer needed. A Google representative speaking at...

Tiffany floats expansion of Superior refinery

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany is encouraging the expansion of Wisconsin’s only oil refinery as a way to reduce reliance on the Middle East. But energy experts say that would have little effect on bringing down local gas prices. In an interview with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel editorial board, Tiffany...

Duluth's Best Neighborhoods For Trick-Or-Treating In 2026

We've collected the top recommendations around Duluth to help you plan out your Halloween night this year!

$10.1 million contract awarded to clean up contaminated sediment in Superior Bay

$10.1 million contract awarded to clean up contaminated sediment in Superior Bay.

Brew at the Zoo offers adults-only Halloween event in Duluth

Brew at the Zoo offers adults-only Halloween event in Duluth.

Banning State Park to close for construction starting Nov. 9

Banning State Park to close for construction starting Nov. 9.

Increased Security for Campus Apartment Entry

All on-campus apartments recently upgraded to UCard access for exterior doors, switching from the older-school keyed entry system. “It’s always been in the plan,” said Ben Thompson, Associate Director for Housing Maintenance and Custodial Operations at UMD. The move follows the same process that happened to the residence halls three or four years ago. “The goal was to have it done before the academic year started, but [we] ran into a few snags,” said Thompson.

St. Louis County prepares for midterm elections

City by City: Hermantown, Iron Range, Duluth

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The annual Taste of Hermantown event is returning on Thursday, October 22. That will kick off at 5p.m. at the AAD Shrine building. Guests will be treated to dishes and drinks made by local restaurants. Tickets are $20-dollars, though kids under 10 will eat for free. Those tickets are availible online or at the door. Funds from the event will support the Hermantown Legacy Fund.

Boil water advisory issued for parts of Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Some residents in Duluth’s upper Woodland and Kenwood neighborhoods should boil drinking and cooking water until further notice after a brief but significant drop in water pressure, city officials said. Residents in the affected area should bring water to a full, rolling boil...

Vendors and resources gather at Damiano Center for Community Connect event

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- The Damiano Center opened its doors today for the annual Donna Howard community connect event and welcomed a variety of resources in one place. Organizations like Medicaid, Bridgewater Health, and Safe Haven were on hand to educate community members and connect them with services. Attendees could...

Hammond Avenue Is Getting Ready For Another Huge Halloween Night

Discover why Hammond Avenue in Superior has become a major Halloween destination for Northland families and trick-or-treaters.

Attendees escorted out after Hermantown unanimously passes Minnesota Power transmission line

HERMANTOWN, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Hermantown City Council passed the environmental review for Minnesota Power’s transmission line, which would power Google’s proposed data center in the city. The unanimous vote caused upset among attendees, causing some to be escorted out of Hermantown City Hall by police. Transmission...

Duluth families rally in support of school referendum

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Duluth families rallied outside an elementary school Wednesday, urging voters to support three referendum questions on the Nov. 3 ballot. Two questions would raise property taxes to financially support Duluth schools. A third question is a statewide constitutional referendum that would increase state funding per student without raising taxes.

Duluth Salvation Army updates assistance registration timeline

The Duluth Salvation Army is moving up holiday assistance registration for 2026, with online sign-ups opening October 24 and all registration closing November 13. The new schedule covers help with Toys for Tots and Christmas dinner. Community Engagement Director Cyndi Lewis says the change aims to improve efficiency while ensuring families don’t miss the earlier registration window this holiday season.

Twin Cities businesswomen tour Duluth development projects and sites

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- Women in the Development industry had the chance to check out some projects in Duluth today. Nearly 40 women from the Twin Cities and Duluth area toured current and potential projects across town showcasing what the area has going on, and what it could be in the future.