Minnesota Schools, Teachers Union Sue to Block Immigration Enforcement Near Schools
Lawsuit seeks to stop ICE actions within 1,000 feet of school property or bus stops without a warrant.
Minnesota Teachers Sue DHS to Keep ICE Off School Property
Duluth News Tribune Republishes Front Page From 50 Years Ago Today
Crime
St. Louis County Jail Inmate Dies After Being Found Unconscious
Authorities have requested an independent investigation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

Deadly Explosion Rocks Duluth-Area Housing Complex
Two elderly residents killed in blast that destroyed one building and forced evacuation of entire complex.
High Risk Predatory Offender Moves to Duluth
Authorities notify public of offender's relocation to North 22nd Avenue West
Politics
Duluth City Council Members Condemn Congressman's Response to Shooting
Elected officials call for removal of federal immigration enforcement from Minnesota and an independent investigation into the death of Alex Pretti.

Rep. Pete Johnson announces run for a 2nd term for District 8A
Minnesota State Rep. Pete Johnson (DFL–District 8A) announced today that he is running for re-election to a second term representing Duluth.
State Sen. Jen McEwen announces re-election bid, outlines legislative priorities
McEwen plans to continue efforts to tax the wealthy, expand healthcare access, and strengthen workers' rights.
Lifestyle
Duluth Resident Urges Continued Funding for Child Care
Health care worker highlights importance of accessible, affordable child care for families and communities.

Duluth News Tribune Republishes 50-Year-Old Front Page
Newspaper celebrates America's Bicentennial with daily look back at 1976
Village Square Mall Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The 43,000-square-foot mini-mall in Duluth's Miller Trunk area opened in 1976.
Entertainment
Shorts in Winter Film Festival Brings Community Focus to Minnesota
The hyperlocal event in Two Harbors showcases local filmmakers and stories.

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center and Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra Celebrate Major Milestones
The two Northland institutions have been cornerstones of the community for decades.
Sundance Film Celebrates Comedian Maria Bamford's Struggles with Mental Health
Documentary 'Paralyzed by Hope' explores the life and career of the stand-up comic through personal interviews and archival footage.
Sports
Ellis Rickwood Named NCHC Forward of the Month for January
North Dakota senior forward led team to 6 wins in January with 13 points

U.S. Curler Korey Dropkin Excited for 2026 Olympics
Dropkin says competing at the Winter Games has been a lifelong dream.
Olympic Athletes Lean on Faith Ahead of Winter Games
Catholic and Christian athletes share how their beliefs guide them as they compete on the world's biggest stage.