Local News
Thursday is “Maroon Day” on the highways
-The Minnesota State Patrol is increasing trooper presence on highways on June 30, which is historically the deadliest day on Minnesota roads.
Summer weather ahead for holiday weekend
-Even if the state government shuts down Friday, the weather along the North Shore will keep Cook County “open for business.” The National Weather Service in Duluth says there may be a litt
Meteorologist talks about flooding and sunshine (finally)
-What do flood warnings mean to those of us who live along the North Shore?
State shutdown will affect local DNR services
-If state government shuts down the end of the week because the governor and legislators can’t agree on a budget, many Department of Natural Resources services important to Cook County will shut
Jackpot set for not shooting radio-collared bears in Northeast
-A pair of anonymous donors have put up a $5,000 jackpot to discourage hunters from taking a radio collared bear in four Northeastern permit areas.
Weekend News Roundup for June 25
-Each weekend WTIP news produces a round up of the news stories they’ve been following this week.
Dr. Seth Moore - Asthma/COPD Relief Project, Lake Sturgeon, and Summer Mentorships
-Dr. Seth Moore is Director of Biology and Environment with the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.
Fire in Ontario causes smoke and haze in Cook County
-Haze and wood smoke are noticeable in many parts of Cook County today due to a forest fire in Canada.
Shutdown could force more borrowing at ISD166
-Cook County Schools could face the prospect of more borrowing to meet current expenses if state aids don’t come though after a potential state government shutdown July 1.