75-year-old is the oldest person to finish the Arrowhead Ultra 135 on foot
Michael Koppy endured subzero cold, sleep deprivation and a calorie-costing mistake to complete the northern Minnesota ultramarathon in just under 60 hours.
February 4, 2026
Minnesota school districts, teachers union sue Trump administration over ICE activity near schools
Fridley and Duluth public schools and Education Minnesota say responding to the surge of immigration enforcement has diverted time and money from student learning.
February 4, 2026
The best Valentine’s Day small-town weekend getaways around Minnesota
With Feb. 14 landing on a Saturday this year, you can turn a single night of love into a winter weekend away.
February 3, 2026
Hermantown explosion kills two
It’s too early to tell what caused the Jan. 31 explosion, a city official says.
February 1, 2026
Overall maritime tonnage down at Port of Duluth-Superior in 2025
The year had a 14% decline from last, with most of its main cargos taking a downward turn.
January 30, 2026
‘Popping up by the hour’: Bike rides to honor Alex Pretti going global
Angry Catfish bike shop organized a ride this Saturday and encouraged others to roll, too. Hundreds are likely.
January 29, 2026
On way back from ski trip, Duluth college student dies in crash and 2 classmates injured
Andrew “Drew” Bjork, 24, of Hudson, Wis., was killed in the crash, the Sheriff’s Office said.
January 27, 2026
Lutsen Resort owner and alleged arsonist sues insurance company for denial of fire claim
Bryce Campbell’s North Shore Resort Co. filed the suit Jan. 23.
January 27, 2026
Man who was speeding twice the limit on foggy MN road and killed other driver in crash gets one-year sentence
“Mr. Kowalczak’s grossly negligent act stole a mother and community member from us,” said County Attorney Kim Maki.
January 26, 2026
9 lesser-known spots for BWCA planners looking to beat the reservation rush
Canoe campers quickly snap up popular entries and dates. Experts share some lower-demand locations that are still rewarding.
January 25, 2026
Editor's Pick
Sons of miners: How hockey became Hibbing’s North Star
Hockey Across America: In Hibbing, high school hockey is a shining light after a year of layoffs and idling mines
January 23, 2026
Hoops Brewing in Duluth to close next month
The Canal Park brewery opened its doors almost a decade ago.
January 23, 2026
