Municipality
DECC security guard charged with window-peeping/recording minor girl, other women
On Dec. 2, 2024, a 17-year-old girl visited the on-site workout facilities at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)—a perk enjoyed by DECC employees and their families. As she...
Blatnik Bridge project to eliminate last trace of Twin Ports Horse Market
Before the Minnesota Department of Transportation can rebuild the Blatnik Bridge, they plan to acquire land near the base of the bridge via eminent domain. A 2023 petition filed...
After six crashes in 2024, Superior Public Safety Committee recommends four-way stop at 18th Street and Cumming
On Dec. 19, 2024, at the regular monthly meeting Superior’s Public Safety Committee, City Councilor Ruth Ludwig introduced a resolution which would establish a four-way stop at the North...
Grand Rapids couple charged with torture, captured on camera, of seven-year-old daughter
On Dec. 19, 2024, Grand Rapids residents Jaymeson and Vivian Wahlstrom were arrested and charged with torture of a seven-year-old child—Jaymeson’s daughter (and Vivian’s stepdaughter) Aurora.
As the Monitor reported...
As public records requests proliferate, Superior invests in data compliance software
On Nov. 19, 2024, the Superior Common Council approved an $11,591 annual contract with JustFOIA, a Florida company whose software will help the city track and promptly fulfill public...
City plans to improve water system efficiency with new water line across country club golf course
On Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, the Duluth City Council will consider Resolution 994, which proposes awarding $1,155,180 to Northland Constructors for the “Upper Lakeside Water Interconnect” project. By installing...
