9 arrested after drug investigation yields $35K of heroin in Sawyer County
According to the Sawyer County Sheriff's Office, on Thursday, authorities seized 71 grams of heroin, eight grams of meth, two grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, two handguns and $1,400 in
9 arrested after drug investigation yields $35K of heroin in Sawyer County
According to the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office, on Thursday, authorities seized 71 grams of heroin, eight grams of meth, two grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, two handguns and $1,400 in cash.
Wisconsin Representative introduces craft beverage bill
Representative Ron Kind (D-WI-03) thinks his new legislation will help out the craft beverage industry in Wisconsin and the rest of the country.
Community members to meet with school board regarding mascot name change process
Members of the Hurley, Wisconsin School Board will be meeting with community members at its next regular board meeting regarding the process of changing the district’s mascot.
Closs, family members thank everyone for ongoing support
A 13-year-old Wisconsin girl who spent 88 days in captivity after a violent abduction from her home is thanking supporters from around the world.
Wisconsin Governor declares State of Emergency due to storm, cold temperatures
Governor Tony Evers has declared a State of Emergency for the entire state of Wisconsin.
Cold air to flirt with record low temperatures
The last week or so has been pretty cold across the Northland, but we are about to experience the coldest air of the season, which could lead to some towns approaching or breaking record low temperatures.
Ashland boys’ basketball coach suspended, misconduct investigation underway
The Ashland School District says one of its coaches is currently on paid leave pending an investigation into possible misconduct.
Douglas County District Attorney: No charges in immediate future against Patterson
The Douglas County District Attorney’s Office doesn’t anticipate filing a criminal complaint against Jayme Closs’ alleged kidnapper in the immediate future.
Federal workers looking for short-term loans urged to use caution
Despite a temporary end to the government shutdown announced Friday, federal workers who didn’t receive paychecks for the past 35 days may be looking into short-term loans to help pay bills.
Hurley School District decides to deactivate “Midgets” nickname
The district was going to leave the decision up to voters this April, but decided that keeping the name would only continue to be a distraction to students and the community.
Study: Michigan has best drivers, Minnesota has sixth worst in country
If you think Minnesota’s drivers are bad, well, you might be right.
Northland slammed by frigid temperatures Friday morning
Residents across the Northland woke up to some teeth-chattering temperatures and dangerous wind chills Friday morning.
Madeline Island Ferry ending season after Friday
The Madeline Island Ferry will no longer be running after Friday of this week.
Superior Freight Depot to be redeveloped into microbrewery and restaurant
The City of Superior is receiving a $148,400 state grant to redevelop the former Soo Line freight depot and turn into a microbrewery and restaurant.
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Stretch of quiet weather continues: Jenna Lake’s forecast
Tonight: With mostly cloudy skies tonight we should be able to maintain the single digits up on the hill in
