Fatal bicycle-vehicle crash in Duluth
Initial investigation shows the bicyclist, a 60-year-old male, was riding westbound when he went through the crosswalk without checking for oncoming traffic. The male was struck by two vehicles.
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The City of Duluth now spends roughly $1 of every $7 in the general fund on debt service. That’s money that can’t pave streets, fund libraries, or expand housing programs. And yet the answer to each new challenge is the same: another bond.
Mountain Lion spotted in Duluth
"As with any wild animal, we want to remind the community that you should exercise caution in their presence and never approach them." -- Duluth Police Department
Salinas new city finance director
She most recently served as chief administrative officer for the City of San Antonio’s Council District 6, overseeing constituent services, zoning, public works and community outreach. She supported the district’s review of the city’s $4 billion annual budget and worked across multiple departments.
Howie: Councilors Awal, Swenson and DeLuca set to leave office in early January
Awal was among the councilors who supported restoring annual funding for Duluth’s mental-health crisis response team after Mayor Roger Reinert proposed eliminating the city’s share of the program’s budget.
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Obit: Dale Clauson
Dale Clauson lived his life independently and thrived on attending social activities. Dale was incredibly generous and caring. Maintaining relationships and supporting his friends and loved ones were always his top priority. Dale Arnold Clauson, 80, passed away on December 1, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota.
Obit: Robert James Norstrom
Robert James Norstrom passed away on November 25, 2025 at Mount Royal Pines in Duluth, Minnesota. He worked for the DM & IR Railroad and was a member of the Minnesota National Guard. He was photographed in uniform with JFK. He was a master gardener and an accomplished figure skater.
Duluth Marshall, Hermantown battle to OT tie
Hermantown moved to 3-0-2 and will remain home Thursday to face Centennial. Marshall is 5-0-1 heading into Friday’s trip to Rochester Mayo.
50-Yard Football: IFL lands Yahoo Sports Network contract
“This is a big step for both of us. We are giving our coaches and players more opportunities to show what they bring to the game, while our fans have more ways to take in the action with all the viewing options Yahoo offers.” -- Todd Tryon, Commissioner of the Indoor Football League