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Democrat Angela Stroud focuses on state school funding for property tax relief in Assembly race

Comprising the Greater Superior and Douglas County area, Wisconsin’s 73rd Assembly District was for years a Democratic seat until redistricting led to the election of Republican Angie Sapik in 2022. It was redrawn again after that, and after Sapik decided not to seek re-election in 2024, it was won by Democrat Angela Stroud, who beat Republican Frank Kostka.

Wisconsin · 16d

Minnesota Now

Look Up! F-16 Fighter Jets Are Headed For A Northland Football Game

The 148th Air National Guard is conducting training across the Northland this week, with increased F-16 activity expected in the skies.

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Green Visions: "Unless Something Goes Terribly Wrong" Wastewater Documentary Screening

On Thursday, October 22nd at the Superior Public Library, folks will have the opportunity to see behind the scenes of wastewater work with a screening of the documentary Unless Something Goes Terribly Wrong. The film focuses on a wastewater treatment plant in Maine that's dealing with aging infrastructure, forever chemicals,...

Superior, WI · 17d

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Trick or Treat Lincoln Park returns for another year of all ages fun

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- Lincoln Park is hosting some early Halloween fun October 24, 2026!. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating through the craft district from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. More than 20 businesses signed up to pass out candy. Each stop will have a sign in the window and is...

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UPDATE: Hermantown Planning Commission recommends council approve data center permit

HERMANTOWN, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Hermantown’s Planning and Zoning Commission took up the Special Use Permit needed to begin data center construction on Tuesday night. The meeting included multiple hours of presentations and public comment. As of 11:00 pm Tuesday, they have not made their recommendation on the SUP.

Hermantown, MN · 17d

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Coffee Conversation: DoDuluth showcasing Northland Halloween events

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- Spooky season is in full swing around the Northland, with markets, parades, and festive events taking place all across the region. To help everyone keep track of everything going on during the lead-up to Halloween, Jess Worden of DoDuluth stopped by the morning show and spoke about an upcoming addition to the DoDuluth website, which will track all "Trunk-or-Treat" events in the Twin Ports.

Duluth, MN · 15d

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Douglas County adopts new floodplain, safety ordinances

DOUGLAS COUNTY — A recreated ordinance governing floodplains will take its place in Douglas County’s zoning ordinance. The Douglas County Board repealed and recreated its floodplains ordinance Thursday, Oct. 15 following studies approved by the Department of Natural Resources. The goal of the ordinance is to protect life,...

Douglas County, WI · 17d

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The legal roots of ‘Indian’ and ‘Indian Country’

Minnesota marked Columbus Day earlier this month. While the word “Indigenous” is more common than ever, the word “Indian” and phrases like “Indian Country,” “tribe” and “band” turn up regularly in news stories about Native people. It is language that...

Minnesota · 16d

FOX 21 Online

Boil water advisory issued for upper Woodland area of Duluth.

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) - The City of Duluth has issued a boil water advisory for the Woodland neighborhood region due to a drop in water pressure. The City recommends letting all cooking and drinking water come to a full boil for a minute or longer before using, or using bottled water.

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One pedestrian walkway on Aerial Lift Bridge closed for 'foreseeable future'

DULUTH, Min. (KQDS-TV) - The harborside (or west side) pedestrian walkway of the Aerial Lift Bridge will be closed starting on October 19, 2026. It will be closed to allow for repair work. Barricades will now be in place. Pedestrians can use the lakeside (or east side) walkway until the...

Duluth, MN · 18d

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Early voting opens in Wisconsin, amid strong Minnesota turnout

SUPERIOR, Wis. — More than 10 million ballots have been cast nationwide ahead of the midterms, and early in-person voting opened in Wisconsin Tuesday. A steady stream of voters moved through the doors at the Superior Government Center throughout the day, one of the city’s early voting locations.

Wisconsin · 17d

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Local Candidate Forum address Duluth’s Affordable Housing issues

Chum’s Stepping on Up Coalition and the Duluth’s Affordable Housing Coalition hosted a candidate forum to discuss how to address housing.

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Boil water advisory in place for parts of Woodland, Kenwood neighborhoods

A boil water advisory remains in effect for residents in parts of the upper Woodland and Kenwood neighborhoods.

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Early voting opens in Wisconsin, following strong Minnesota turnout

Wisconsin · 17d

WDIO News Duluth-Superior

Local Legislator and Union Leader Pete Johnson awarded Legislative Award by MFSCA

Captain Pete Johnson received the Legislative Award from the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association on Saturday.

Duluth, MN · 19d

FOX 21 Online

MN Secretary of State candidate Tad Jude holds discusses campaign mission

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV)- Tad Jude, the republican candidate for Minnesota Secretary of State was in Duluth Monday to share his campaign mission. Former District Court Judge Tad Jude is outlining his plans to address fraud and strengthen election security. He's pointing to allegations of fraud in food assistance, housing, and Medicaid programs.

Minnesota · 18d

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St. Louis County Jail launches backpack reentry program

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - St. Louis County Jail is seeing an increasing number of people in custody who face housing, substance abuse and mental health challenges, according to jail leaders. A new program aims to give those at highest risk basic resources when they are released. “Our jails...

Duluth, MN · 21d

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Local Legislator and Union Leader Pete Johnson awarded Legislative Award by MSFCA

Captain Pete Johnson received the Legislative Award from the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association on Saturday.

Duluth, MN · 19d

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Remains of Minnesota World War II veteran return home after more than 80 years

WEBSTER, Wis. (Northern News Now) - The remains of Ernest LaVerne Lund, a Minnesota World War II veteran who died in 1944 during the West Loch Disaster at Pearl Harbor, have returned home. Lund was 28 years old and working aboard a Navy landing ship when he died. Federal officials...

Webster, WI · 22d

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