With a U.S. Senate vote looming on copper-nickel mining, this northern Minnesota town hangs in the balance
Ely remains divided between those who want mining and those who don’t believe it’s worth the risk to the Boundary Waters.
February 23, 2026
Send us your photos from the northern Minnesota snowstorm
Show us how the heavy snow from this latest storm has changed your landscape.
February 18, 2026
So much for that: Path to Apostle Islands ice caves gone after storm
Thousands visited the spectacle for just one glorious day, the first time in years.
February 18, 2026
St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office releases video of deputies shooting driver
An eight-minute video posted to YouTube shows Donald Felver III leading deputies on a chase before exchanging gunfire.
February 17, 2026
Deputies identified in Duluth fatal shooting
Donald Felver III was killed after exchanging gunfire with deputies, according to authorities.
February 16, 2026
Duluth’s curling pair are a couple. A couple of friends.
The world is curious about newly minted silver medalists Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse, whose success is rooted in friendship.
February 12, 2026
Duluth man fatally shot by deputies was suspect in homicide from earlier in the day, authorities say
Authorities said the man exchanged gunfire with deputies after fleeing a traffic stop.
February 11, 2026
Duluth curling fans celebrate Team USA’s silver medal, a historic one for Cory Thiesse
Thiesse and Korey Dropkin lost to Sweden in the gold medal game, but Thiesse still became the first U.S. woman to medal in curling.
February 10, 2026
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Voyageurs ranks No. 2 among national parks that most exceed expectations
An analysis of over 96,000 reviews was used to rank all 63 parks in terms of visitor satisfaction.
February 10, 2026
At Duluth Curling Club, everyone’s rooting for ‘Boy Korey’ and ‘Girl Cory’
Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, Team USA’s mixed doubles team, has big support at its home club.
February 9, 2026
Who is Bryce Campbell, accused of torching Lutsen Resort?
Campbell had dreams of making the former North Shore landmark a fine dining destination, drawing the same wealthy patrons who flock to Vail and Glacier National Park.
February 8, 2026
75-year-old is the oldest person to finish the Arrowhead Ultra 135 on foot
Michael Koppy endured subzero cold, sleep deprivation and a calorie-costing mistake to complete the northern Minnesota ultramarathon in just under 60 hours.
February 4, 2026
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