For now, give Reinert his due. The Auto Shoppers Ramp is finally going away, brick by stubborn brick, because he made it a priority. And if you squint past the dust, you can almost see a downtown Duluth that isn’t held together by plywood, nostalgia, and wishful thinking. Almost.
“For us to reach 90,000 residents by 2030, we must get serious about housing at all income levels — especially mid-market and for-purchase. We need all the options in all of Duluth’s neighborhoods, including downtown, and that means condos, townhouses, and more.” -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
Authorities say Thorson later left the hospital without authorization, prompting a renewed search effort over the weekend.
City officials are also urging patience throughout the festival, with tens of thousands of visitors expected to flood into Canal Park and downtown Duluth. Significant traffic congestion is anticipated, and drivers are advised to plan alternate routes or consider walking and biking when possible.
“Craig really understands how to make people feel valued. It’s a big reason the whole course feels so positive right now. From check-in to the 18th green, you can tell the operation is built around strong leadership and taking care of people.” -- A longtime Enger Park golfer
By HOWIE HANSON Editor & Publisher DULUTH, Minn. — If there was ever a moment to lean into Duluth’s momentum as a regional youth sports capital, it’s now. The City of Duluth — under the proven, forward-thinking leadership of Mayor Roger Reinert — should immediately begin plans to finally build our
4th District Duluth City Councilor Swenson is a mom and highly-respected community leader, and knows firsthand how essential it is for families to have safe, reliable childcare options. She understands that this is a small but important step in addressing a much larger challenge.
“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
"If someone has a heart attack, they don’t care who shows up – whether they’re a doctor, a paramedic, or a firefighter – if they know what they’re doing. With us strategically spread out with eight stations across the city, we can get to your house quickly." -- Eric Thompson
"Melissa and John are both personal friends. Melissa was the mentor for my freshman class when I was elected to the House. John and I served in the Senate together and quickly became friends." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
“Councilor Mayou has been a strong and passionate advocate for his district. Anyone who heard him welcome attendees to the 2025 State of the City saw the heart he has for those neighborhoods.” -- Mayor Roger Reinert
EVENTS Happy Pride! June 1 – DPD Sidewalk and Streets event 11:30-1 PM at Denfeld H.S. providing vouchers to replace headlights, taillights and turn signals. June 8 – Trans Joy Fest June 11 – Summer Day of Caring with Head of the Lakes United Way | Community-wide volunteer events. Project list June
By Kelli Latuska On Tuesday, at their May 27 meeting, the Duluth City Council will read in for the first time a proposed ordinance that adds Article V to Chapter 29A of the Duluth City Code, and provides notice to tenants of resources available to them as well as their
“I believe in downtown Duluth, and I believe it will thrive again. Not just as a destination, but as our newest residential neighborhood." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
This specific work is described as a demonstration project, meant to be installed faster than a typical street project and at lower initial cost. Demonstration projects like this are meant to help prove a concept.
Mayor Reinert has cancelled his Thursday schedule and will be traveling to the State Capitol to address these proposed cuts.