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Bullying is serious stuff and it's something everyone in their lives has been exposed to in some capacity.  There is nothing more offensive than the behavior that can destroy young lives, so it's encouraging that legislation is being presented to toughen Minnesota's stance on bullying.

If you've been out and about today and wondered why flags were being flown at half-staff, there is a very good reason. Governor Mark Dayton ordered flags to flown at half-staff today in observance of the 71st Anniversary of the sinking of the United States Army transport Dorchester off the coast of Greenland...

A Superior mother, who was the designated driver for friends the day the Packers lost to the 49er's, is claiming police brutality after a violent confrontation with a Superior police officer.  The incident was caught on the squad car's video.

The design has changed from what was originally presented, but the soon to be built new Maurices headquarters will definitely give downtown Duluth a new, more modern look.

After being convicted of 51 of the 55 federal charges against him back in October, Last Place On Earth owner Jim Carlson had asked for a new trial, claiming that errors were made by the judge.  That wish will not be granted.

With our crazy week of weather, Bentleyville was forced to shut down, which means a few days without anybody touring and donating canned goods and toys.  With bitterly cold weather now, traffic could be slow which could cause a short supply of much needed donated items.

As the snow continues to fall, more and more accidents are occurring out on the slippery roads and the State Patrol is starting to report some alarming numbers.

Earlier this week, the Duluth City Council voted for a 25% raise in pay for Duluth Mayor Don Ness.  That would increase his salary from $78,000 to $97,500, and it would mark the first raise for that position in years.  However, that raise in pay will not be happening.

Dog owners in the Northland have to be excited by the result of the City Council meeting this week, where to subject of new dog parks in Duluth was discussed.

A small Minnesota business entered a nationwide contest and now finds itself close to winning an ad that would air during the Super Bowl.

Today's the big day for the Denfeld Hunter girls soccer team, as they take the field in the Class A Minnesota State Soccer tournament.

Almost as quickly as it was announced that the 30th running of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon would be cancelled due to lack of funds and the need to reorganize, there was a change in leadership and the race will is now expected to be run as originally scheduled.