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Crazy or What?! Why Hundreds Will Jump Into Frigid Superior Bay Saturday

02/15/2020 07:50 PM

Saturday is one of the Northland's most popular winter events. Several hundred people will be participating in the 19th annual Duluth polar plunge.

KUMD-FM would be sold to WDSE-TV and moved to WDSE's building under a plan being considered by the U of M Board of Regents.

Regents Consider Sale of KUMD-FM to WDSE-TV

WDIO Storm Team Digital Calendar

Actor Jussie Smollett Faces 6 New Charges in Chicago

Defense Rests Without Weinstein Testifying at Rape Trial

Complete List of Oscars Winners

Here is a list of all winners at the 92nd annual Academy Awards on Sunday.

Investigators: No Sign of Engine Failure for Bryant Copter

The National Transportation Safety Board says wreckage from the helicopter that crashed outside Los Angeles, killing all 9 on board did not show any evidence of engine failure. The investigation is ongoing.

Prosecutors Rest Case in Harvey Weinstein's rape trial

Rush Limbaugh Diagnosed with Lung Cancer

Prince Doctor to Pay $4K Civil Penalty for Prescription

Sasquatch, Vikings Both Moving on Twin Ports FM Dial

What do Sasquatch and the Vikings have in common? They're both moving to new homes on the Twin Ports radio dial.

Politics of Dough: Trudeau Catches Flack for Bakery Choice

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is catching flack for his choice of doughnut shop. Social media users criticized Trudeau for not choosing cheaper doughnuts to feed his cabinet in Winnipeg.

Justin Trudeau's choice of doughnut shop raised the ire of social media users.

The Oscars: 'Joker' Tops Oscar Nominations with 11; 3 other films get 10

The nominations for the 92nd Oscars were announced Monday morning. The supervillain box-office smash “Joker” topped all films with 11 nominations.

Prince Harry Reunites with Meghan and Archie in Canada

Prince Harry has reunited with his wife Meghan in Canada as he steps back from royal duties.

Five Finger Death Punch Concert Will Not Be Rescheduled

Panelist Abby Huntsman says she's leaving 'The View'

Neil Peart, Drummer for Influential Rockers Rush, Dead at 67

'Grey's Anatomy' Veteran Cast Member Leaves the Series

Trebek: 'Jeopardy!' Retirement isn't Imminent Despite Cancer

A painting of Prince hangs outside Paisley Park in Chanhassen after his 2016 death.

John Legend, H.E.R. to Perform at Prince Tribute Concert

Royal Wedding: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan to 'Step Back' as Senior UK Royals

Oscars To Go Hostless for 2nd Straight Year on ABC

Kimmel to Host Prime Time Revival of 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire'

Modern Family airs on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on WDIO.

'Modern Family' to Bid Farewell in April Series Finale

ABC Working on 'thirtysomething' Revival

Leslie Jones to Host ABC Revival of 'Supermarket Sweep'

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Census Bureau Makes 'Urgent' Push for More Minnesota Workers

The Census Bureau is still searching for thousands of temporary part-time workers in Minnesota to knock on doors this spring. Wages range from $16 in some rural counties to $22 in the Twin Cities area.

Wisconsin Retirement Fund Grows Nearly 20% in 2019

The primary investment fund for most Wisconsin public employees and retirees grew nearly 20% last year. That represents a bounceback after a loss of 3.3% in the prior year.

Two Charged in Thunder Bay Homicide

Two people have been charged with homicide following the death of a Thunder Bay assault victim.

3 Die in Crash West of Thunder Bay

Ontario Provincial Police have released the names of the three people killed in a crash involving two commercial motor vehicles near Thunder Bay.

Indiana Man Charged after Fatal Crash North of Fort Frances

An Indiana man now faces careless driving charges after a fatal crash north of Fort Frances, Ontario. Tuesday's crash killed a woman from Emo, Ontario.

Artists in Residence Sought for Porcupine Mountains

The Michigan DNR has put out its annual call for artists in residence at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.

A winter photo shows the spectacular beauty of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.

Department of Homeland Security Asks for Vigilance with Cybersecurity

The Department of Homeland Security is warning of Iran's ability to carry out cyberattacks. We live in a connected world, and a cyberattack on an individual can lead to a hacker gaining access to critical infrastructure. Lake Superior College Center for Cybersecurity director Vickie Mclain offers tips on cyber vigilance.

Minnesota Increasing Efforts to Enforce New Wage Theft Law

Two Minnesota agencies are ramping up their efforts to root out wage fraud by adding staffers to enforce a new state law that penalizes employers for exploiting their workers.

U of M Regents OK New Provost Contract of $500,000

Regents at the University of Minnesota has approved a salary of more than a half-million dollars for a new provost.

Wis. Court: Prosecutors Can Charge Multiple Thefts as Single Felony

The Wisconsin Supreme Court says multiple shoplifting incidents can count as a single felony. The court says Wisconsin statutes allow for multiple thefts to be prosecuted as a single crime and the definition of the crime includes retail theft.

Good Morning Northland

Tech Bytes: Apple's next iPhone, Goodbye to HQ Trivia, and a new vacuum robot

Swing dance the night away with your Valentine at an event at UW-Superior. The annual Valentine's Day Swing Dance is hosted by the UWS Jazz Band.

Patch Adams is a sweet and fun-loving cat who needs a forever home. He's just two years old and loves to cuddle.

A night at the movies to support the Duluth Area Horse Trail Alliance is happening at Zeitgeist Teatro on Thursday, February 13. They're showing a classic movie to raise money for its mission.

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