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John Ramos

City of Superior uses arbitrary rules to censor critics

I began reporting on Superior, Wisconsin on June 14, 2023, when I attended a meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee. Entering the room, I was surprised to see that...

City grapples with high cost of parking ramp safety

On Oct. 6, 2023, at the regular monthly meeting of the Duluth Parking Commission, Parking Services Manager Mark Bauer informed commissioners that the Parking Division was $400,000 over budget...

Duluth library among Modernist architect’s favorite buildings

Every structure that I have built has been a first for me—I have refused to emulate any existing form or idea. Gunnar Birkerts On Aug. 26, 2023, the City of Duluth...

McDavitt considers building campground for birders

At the monthly meetings of the McDavitt Township Board, the attending township supervisors and residents share stories about birders. The small township (pop. 459) sees a lot of visitors...

DECC plans $1 million in payroll cuts

On Sept. 28, 2023, at the regular board meeting of the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, DECC Executive Director Dan Hartman informed board members he intended to make $1 million...

DECC seeks $1 million loan from city to meet cash-flow emergency

On Sept. 15, 2023, at a special meeting of the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center board of directors, DECC Executive Director Dan Hartman told board members that the balance of...

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Entire jury pool dismissed in Deyette case; trial postponed indefinitely

On Feb. 3, 2026, jury selection for the Andrew Deyette case began in Lake County District Court, in Two Harbors. Since being filed, in...

Burger King franchisee settles with City of Duluth for failing to comply with Sick and Safe Time ordinance

On Jan. 26, 2026, the Duluth City Council passed Resolution 70, approving a settlement agreement with Cave Enterprises, a franchisee which operates 178 Burger...

Grand Marais church youth leader arrested for stalking, threatening minor girl

On Jan. 12 and Jan. 13, 2026, the Cook County Sheriff’s Office received calls from members of the Grand Marais Evangelical Free Church, because...

Council approves $35,000 to pay for delays in DECC hot water line project

In March of 2025, the City of Duluth advertised for bids to replace the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) hot water line, which heats...

Hayward school district covers up basketball coach’s complaints

For three years, Matthew Lobitz was involved with the Hayward, Wisconsin athletic program. As Junior Varsity boys basketball coach and an assistant soccer coach,...