8 charged in Duluth fentanyl, meth trafficking distribution ring

Several members of a Chicago-based drug trafficking ring have been indicted for a scheme that authorities believe brought fentanyl and meth to the Duluth area for distribution.

Baltimore bridge collapse: MN bridge safety plans
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As the investigation into the Baltimore bridge collapse continues, officials in Minnesota are discussing designing and improving bridges here. FOX 9's Bill Keller has the story.

How Baltimore Key Bridge collapse is influencing Minnesota's Blatnik Bridge plans

Officials from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) say they are increasing safety within the design of the Blatnik Bridge to "further mitigate" the specific risk of it being stuck by a boat after the deadly bridge collapse in Baltimore.  

2nd man charged in connection with 2005 theft of 'The Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers

A second man has been charged in connection with the 2005 theft of a pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in “The Wizard of Oz," according to an indictment made public Sunday.

Minneapolis-St. Paul, Duluth airports set to get upgrades

U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith announced federal funding for an expansion of Terminal 2 at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport, and upgrades to Duluth International Airport's air traffic control tower. 

Duluth firefighter injured in hit-and-run, will receive advanced therapy

A Duluth firefighter who was seriously injured in a hit-and-run incident last month will soon be getting specialized care at a hospital in Colorado.

Duluth Fire Department hoses repurposed into animal enrichment toys

The Duluth Fire Department takes decommissioned fire hoses and repurposes them into enrichment toys for the animals at the Lake Superior Zoo. 

Violations reported before Lutsen Lodge fire
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A report released by state officials on Wednesday showed the Lutsen Lodge was cited for seven violations last summer, months before this week's massive fire.

Lutsen Lodge turned to rubble after huge fire
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An overnight fire has destroyed the historic Lutsen Resort lodge in northern Minnesota. The Cook County Sheriff?s Office said crews were notified of a fire alarm at the Lutsen Resort's main lodge just before 12:30 a.m. Staff members reported seeing smoke coming from the floor in the lobby area of the lodge. The sheriff's office said the building was "completely engulfed" in flames.

Duluth man killed after car rolled off road

A Duluth man was killed early Sunday morning after his car rolled over. 

More than $1 billion awarded to Minnesota, Wisconsin bridge

Officials announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded nearly $1.06 billion in federal funding to replace the aging John A. Blatnik Bridge between Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin.

Reformed mobster sought 'one last score' stealing Judy Garland's 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers

Terry Jon Martin's defense attorney finally revealed the 76-year-old's motive for the 2005 theft from the Judy Garland Museum in the late actor’s hometown of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, in a new memo filed ahead of his Jan. 29 sentencing in Duluth, Minnesota.

Grandma's Marathon sells out in near-record time

Grandma's Marathon in Duluth has sold out for the fourth year in a row — and in near-record time. 

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon canceled due to lack of snow

Organizers initially hoped to postpone the race until later this winter, but as the weather remains unpredictable and warm, they did not want to, “impede on another established race."

Woman rams police cars during Duluth drug bust

A woman rammed into two unmarked police cars in Duluth while police were attempting to execute a search warrant on her vehicle. 

Minneapolis to Duluth train awaits decision on federal funds

Any day now, Minnesota state officials could learn whether the Northern Lights Express will secure key federal funding.

Mpls to Duluth train hinges on federal funds
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Any day now Minnesota state officials could learn whether the Northern Lights Express will secure key federal funding. When Minnesota approved $195 million in state dollars, that unlocked the ability to apply for federal grants. As the Minnesota Department of Transportation awaits the feds' decision, it has started negotiating with BNSF Railway, which owns the line where the train would operate.

Bentleyville opens in Duluth for the holiday season

The Bentleyville Tour of Lights is kicking off their 20th anniversary season in Duluth on Saturday.