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Duluth Detectives Probe Suspicious Fire That Claimed Life of Local Resident Maxton Gudowski
Duluth, Minnesota is currently under the cloud of an investigation following a deadly fire last week. According to a statement provided by the Duluth Police Department (DPD), detectives are working to uncover details behind the incident that led to the death of resident, 25-year-old Maxton Gudowski. The fire, which ravaged part of the 600 block of N 47th Ave E. on Thursday, July 25, is now being treated with suspicion by law enforcement officials.
From the 608 to the 414: The Wisconsin State Fair begins today
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - Thursday, August 1st marks the first day of the Wisconsin State Fair at State Fair Park. Organizers hope to once again welcome over one million Fairgoers over the course of its 11-day run.
Animals, food and fun: The final rush before 2024 Wisconsin State Fair opens
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — With less than 24 hours until the start of the 173rd annual Wisconsin State Fair, the countdown is on. The fair opens Thursday, Aug. 1 and lasts 11 days. Officials estimate one million people will attend. WISN 12 News cameras captured the final preparations in...
Harris gives Democrats a jolt in a critical part of swing state Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — More than 40 people filed into a converted coffee shop on a recent Saturday morning in Madison, Wisconsin, to organize in a west-side neighborhood for Vice President Kamala Harris. A month ago, fewer than 10 people showed up for a similar event for President Joe...
The Future of the First Buc-ee’s in Wisconsin is Uncertain
Excitement permeated in Wisconsin and beyond in early 2023 when news of a Buc-ee's convenience store and gas station was revealed to be making its debut in the Cheese State. The store was planned to be located in DeForest, between Madison and Wisconsin Dells, just north of Highway V, east of Highway I, and west of Interstate 39/90/94.
MN: Bass Pro Shops Plans New Outpost Retail Location Near Duluth, Creating Jobs for 100+ Workers
Bass Pro Shops announced plans for a new Outpost retail location in Hermantown, just west of Duluth. Bass Pro Shops’ newest store will be the company’s fifth in Minnesota, and the first in the northeast part of the state. The 70,000 square-foot Outpost retail location will expand its...
Upcoming Pop Culture Convention Happening in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.– A gathering encouraging self-expression, connecting, and bonding over similar hobbies and passions. That’s the goal for this upcoming event in the Northland. It is no secret there is a lack of pop culture conventions in Duluth. But soon enough, there will be one right in town....
Man found dead after fire in Duluth, "suspicious circumstances" prompt investigation, police say
DULUTH, Minn. — A man found dead in a burning apartment last week in Duluth has raised the suspicion of authorities, prompting further investigation.Maxton Gudowski, 25, was found dead after an apartment fire on the 600 block of North 47th Avenue East on Thursday, the Duluth Police Department said.The Duluth Fire Department responded around 2:30 a.m. to find smoke, but no visible flames. Firefighters evacuated the building and found an active fire inside a first-floor unit. After extinguishing the fire, crews found Gudowski inside the apartment.On Wednesday, the police department said there were "suspicious circumstances" surrounding Gudowski's death."This remains a very active and ongoing investigation," police said.Anyone with information is asked to call Duluth police at 218-730-5050.The fire caused about $25,000 in damage, the fire department said, but did not displace any residents.
Operation K-9 Returns Thursday at New Location with More Dogs
SUPERIOR, Wis. — This Thursday Operation K-9 returns bigger and better for its 10th year. Due to construction at Ole Haugsud Field, the event has moved to the grassy track field near UW-Superior’s Wessman Arena. Three new law enforcement agencies are taking part in the fun this year...
Convention Gathers Community Bankers at the DECC
DULUTH, Minn. — Community bankers from across the state become on Tuesday at the DECC. It’s part of the BankIn Minnesota Convention. The goal is to have a collective voice among community bankers to better engage lawmakers at the State Capitol among the others. “They are run independently...
Experiencing the Superior Hiking Trail Association’s Hike 50 Challenge
The Superior Hiking Trail Association, a Two Harbors nonprofit committed to appreciation, stewardship, and promotion of the Superior Hiking Trail, encourages participation in programming efforts like the Hike 50 Challenge. This annual motivational opportunity acknowledges users who finish 50 miles of the trail during a calendar year, according to the Association’s website. The challenge was established as a “fun way to engage the community to get out on the trails,” says Lisa Luokkala, executive director.
Wisconsin State Fair announces first-ever flavored cream puffs
MILWAUKEE — For the first time in Wisconsin State Fair history, flavored cream puffs will be available during the state fair. As part of the iconic cream puff's yearlong 100th anniversary celebration, the Wisconsin State Fair and Original Cream Puffs are excited to debut four brand-new, limited-edition flavors from Aug. 1 to Aug. 11 in West Allis.
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