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Victim ID’d from Bluefin Bay shooting

The victim from the shooting that took place on December 9, at the Bluefin Bay Resort in Tofte has been identified as Marcus Lee Roberts, age 35 from Bloomington MN.

City to set levy and completes employee contract negotiations

The City of Grand Marais has settled a union contract with employees and agreed upon a levy for the coming year. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Mayor Jay Arrowsmith DeCoux.

Cooler weather and snow in the forecast

Snow is back in the forecast, along with colder weather. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service meteorologist Carol Christenson about maybe winter at last.

Suspect named in Bluefin Bay Resort shooting

An arrest has been made and charges filed in the shooting incident that took place early this morning at Bluefin Bay Resort in Tofte.

Voters wonder why their write-in wasn’t reported

The Secretary of State’s office reported 56 write-in votes for the Tuesday Special Election, handily won by DFLer Rob Ecklund of International Falls.

Ecklund looks ahead as new District 3-A representative

Koochiching County Commissioner Rob Ecklund won the House District 3-A seat in the Tuesday Special Election.

Ice thickness remains questionable in northeastern Minnesota

A warm start to the winter has led to a lot of talk around the region regarding ice thickness and safety on area lakes. WTIP News Reporter Joe Friedrichs takes a look at this issue.

Ridge Riders continue snowmobiling traditions

The Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club has been a long-standing organization here in Cook County. WTIP News Reporter Joe Friedrichs takes a closer look at the makings of the club.

Weather continues warm trend

Unseasonably warm weather continues throughout the Northland. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service meteorologist Carol Christenson.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for December 5

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Legal fights may be ahead on PolyMet. Gypsy moth count is up. State leaders want face time with the president.