Patty Salo Downs named 2025 Howie Person of the Year
“Her incredible passion made a positive impact on so many students. Patty has set the bar high.” -- NIck Alworth on Patty Salo Downs, who is retiring on Monday
Northland Sports Page keeps Twin Ports fans tuned in
If you’re a sports fan in the Twin Ports, your Saturday mornings likely start with coffee and The Fan 106.5 FM. That’s where Brian Prudhomme and Dave Cook host Northland Sports Page, a program nearing its eighth year that’s become a fixture for local sports followers.
Live local breaking news for Saturday
Harbor Monsters home tonight DULUTH — The Duluth Harbor Monsters professional Arena League indoor football team will host the Iowa Woo at 7 p.m. today at Duluth Arena. Watch the game online for free, here. 16-year-old girl injured in ATV crash near Hibbing HIBBING — A 16-year-old girl was injured Saturday
A salute to the heroes who built our local tourism industry
Thanks to visionaries like Lois and Jeno Paulucci, Mickey Paulucci, Andy Borg and Scott Keenan, Duluth has a summer stage that many cities our size can only envy. It’s up to us to fill it, to support it, to keep inviting the world in.
Patients first compact needed in local healthcare negotiations
Both sides might commit to what we could call a “patients first compact” — a written, public agreement spelling out mutual responsibilities to keep patient care from becoming a bargaining chip.
Thanks, Emily Larson, for your years of service to our region
Larson’s return to frontline service signals a continuation of her public mission. As the nonprofit sector increasingly takes on responsibilities once handled by local governments, her crossover experience may prove vital.
Northern News Now expands regional sports coverage
“Northern News Now is committed to enhancing the viewing experience for our audience. By bringing North Star Sports and Entertainment into the MY9 Sports lineup, we’re expanding our reach and giving viewers more of what they love - quality, entertaining sports programming.” -- Todd Wentworth
Dan Hartman’s bold vision reinvigorates DECC
With strategic growth and bold imagination, the DECC and Bayfront could become the heartbeat of a city redefining itself—not just as a gritty port town, but as a premier northern destination for arts, entertainment and innovation.
Why 2025–26 could be a turning point for UMD
Minnesota Duluth men’s hockey doesn’t just fill seats — it fills a city with purpose each winter. As the puck drops on the 2025–26 season, the Bulldogs enter a defining moment. After three uncharacteristically harsh years on the ice, the pieces are finally in place for a turnaround
Even more special seasons ahead for the Timberwolves
The NBA made it official this week: Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez are now the controlling owners of the Minnesota Timberwolves and the WNBA’s Minnesota Lynx. It’s a new day in Minnesota basketball — one filled with optimism, high expectations, and real momentum. We fully support the league’s
Duluth Workforce Development celebrates grads, highlights community impact
“We are proud of the accomplishments achieved by our participants so far this year. For many, this marks the culmination of months of hard work and the overcoming of significant obstacles." -- Elena Foshay, director of Duluth Workforce Development
Bellisio’s honored by Wine Spectator for top wine program
Bellisio’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar has once again been recognized among the world’s best restaurants for wine by Wine Spectator magazine, marking more than 25 consecutive years of award-winning excellence. The Duluth-based restaurant earned a 2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence, one of 1,704
Essentia nurses urge progress as contract talks continue
Essentia Health nurses, represented by the Minnesota Nurses Association, met with hospital representatives on Tuesday during the final scheduled bargaining session before their contract expires on June 30. The negotiations come days after more than 15,000 nurses and Advanced Practice Providers across the Twin Cities and Twin Ports voted
Breaking Events News: Mama Duck on her way back to Duluth
The World's Largest Rubber Duck joins a flotilla of maritime Tall Ships from the golden age of sailing available for onboard tours, USA Diving's Superior High Dive Challenge seventy feet above the Duluth Harbor, and more.
U.S. Navy bringing Navy Week back to Duluth
A mayoral proclamation is scheduled for 10 a.m. on July 1 at the USS Duluth Anchor on the Lakewalk. Mayor Roger Reinert is expected to honor the Navy’s contributions to Duluth and the region.
MNA Prez Chris Rubesch: Negotiation dynamics favor Essentia, Aspirus
“In over two decades of nursing, I’ve never witnessed a crisis like this. Patients are arriving sicker than ever, but instead of increasing support, hospital leaders have gutted the frontlines. It’s dangerous.” -- Larissa Hubbartt, an RN at Aspirus St. Luke’s