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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.

Local Fish Report for June 24

GRAND MARAIS AREA

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.

Hwy 61 detoured at Split Rock construction

Due to heavy rainfall, the road surface on Hwy 61 near Split Rock Lighthouse has collapsed.

Commissioner Hakes: shutdown could be longer than expected

Commissioner Sue Hakes says the county board is concerned about the impending state shutdown. She also says the length of time the shutdown may last could be longer than we think.