Duluth's homegrown columnist. Since 1971.
Editor & Publisher of HowieHanson.com
I write about power, business, sports and civic life in Duluth and across Minnesota. My columns examine the people making decisions, the organizations behind those decisions and what their choices mean for the communities they serve.
My journalism career began in 1971 at the Cloquet Pine Knot. More than five decades later, I'm still reporting and writing from Duluth. I publish HowieHanson.com, an independent site built around original columns, local reporting and Minnesota sports coverage.
My work combines reporting, analysis and commentary. I believe in checking facts, asking direct questions and giving readers enough information to make up their own minds. My reporting and opinions are mine, and I stand behind the words I publish.
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The Duluth Harbor Monsters defeated the Iowa Woo 46-44 to capture the inaugural The Arena League championship on Saturday night at DECC Arena.
Fred Friedman on Tim Walz – "Tim Walz is a strong campaigner and a long time beloved high school teacher and coach and soldier.
Fred Friedman – "Mike was a UMD classmate of mine and a high character person who did not limit his interest and friendship and
Highland Street in West Duluth will be temporarily closed from 59th to 62nd Avenue West during the daytime on August 14-15. This is
Keith "Huffer" Christiansen and Bill Watson were prolific point-scorers during their time with the Bulldogs, while Brett Hull will likely be
Aug. 21 – vs. Duluth East and Buffalo, at Longview Aug. 23 – St. Francis, 10 a.m. Aug. 26 – at Duluth Marshall, 4 p.m.
Aug. 21 – Lake Superior Conference Jamboree, 5 p.m. Aug. 22 – at Duluth Marshall, 7 p.m. Aug. 27 – Esko, 7 p.m. Sept.
Aug. 22 – North Branch, 5 p.m. Aug. 23 – at Zimmerman, 5 p.m. Aug. 27 – at Duluth Marshall, 4 p.m. Aug. 29
Aug. 22 – at Benilde-St. Margaret’s, 2 p.m. Aug. 23 – at Mesabi East, 6 p.m. Aug. 27 – Duluth Marshall, 4 p.
Aug. 30 – Proctor, 7 p.m. Sept. 6 – Cloquet, 7 p.m. Sept. 13 – at North Branch, 7 p.m. Sept. 20 – at Grand
Democrats are doubling down on their extreme socialist agenda. This is the most dangerous and socialist ticket in the history of our country.
Earlier today, the City of Duluth's Life Safety Team – with the support of the Duluth Police Department – removed the remaining encampments at
Contractors will close a section of Third Street between Fifth Avenue East and Fourth Avenue East on Thursday and Friday for the installation of
The Vikings offense is listed in 21 personnel with two backs (a running back and fullback) and a tight end for the third consecutive season. The defense is listed in a 3-4 base defense for the third consecutive season.
"I love the idea that a high school teacher could become vice president of the United States. He's a good man with plenty of experience who can talk to anyone. This race is getting pretty exciting." -- Jana Peterson, Pine Knot News editor
By J. Patrick Coolican, Minnesota Reformer Gov. Tim Walz fused his everyman personality with an optimistic progressive message to win the most important audition
Aspirus St. Luke’s will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Medical District East Parking Ramp on campus Tuesday afternoon. The state-
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The Duluth Harbor Monsters blitzed the Ozarks Lunkers 50-18 in an Arena League semifinal Saturday night at DECC Arena. Duluth, which has won
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WDIO.com has received the title of Northland's Best Local News, Weather, and Sports Website. The site is renowned for its superior,
Suicide rates are much higher in parts of greater Minnesota than they are in the Twin Cities metro. In northeast Minnesota counties like Lake and Cook, the suicide rate is three or more times higher than it is in metro counties like Hennepin, Scott or Dakota.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain told CNN that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear are his two favorites for vice president given their track records of supporting unions.
Residents affected by June flood encouraged to fill out online form to request visit.
The City of Duluth has announced a temporary closure of Skyline Parkway at Twin Ponds for bridge repairs beginning on August 12, 2024. The
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There’s nothing quite as satisfying as providing your family with a fresh, healthy and locally grown meal. That’s why Aspirus Health celebrates
Patty McGaffey was appointed President & CEO of Oneida Realty Company, a commercial real estate services firm in Duluth and established in 1908. Having
DECC Executive Director Dan Hartman posted this on the center's Facebook page Tuesday: "Things are hot at the DECC – not all
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has announced an extension of the closure for the I-35 southbound exit 256B at Lake Avenue/5th Avenue
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission granted the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for the HVDC transmission project by Minnesota Power, aimed at boosting