Political

Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3 is Election Day.  The Duluth Transit Authority, (DTA) wants to help ensure a good voter turnout and is helping by offering free rides for some of their routes.  Find out which ones, here.

There is this common misconception that our right of Freedom of Speech means that you can say whatever you want without getting into trouble.  The truth is, you can get in a whole heap of trouble for anything you say.  You just can't go to jail.  Let me elaborate, again.

Running Wild With Bear Grylls is a show we watch every week.  If you're not familiar with it, Bear takes a celebrity out in the wild and shows them how to survive.  He pushes them to the limit and gets a little insight into their lives.  President Obama is appearing on the show to highlight climate change in Alaska.  Here's a sneak peek of him eating one of Bear's famous survival meals.

NBC reality trek Running Wild With Bear Grylls has made headlines in recent months for bringing high-profile figures out into the wilderness, but the survival series may yet have its biggest name ever, and all for a cause. Barack Obama himself will join Grylls in the wilds of Alaska, exploring some of the climate change of the region.

In a lot of ways, it's become a prerequisite to running for the highest office in our country: You're required to attend the Iowa State Fair and - more importantly - eat something on a stick.  While it says nothing at all about the qualifications these candidates posses, it somehow makes them more like us.

I didn't realize how much I've missed the 'Bad Lip Reading' series until I had a good laugh with their latest video.  The first Republican debate is the perfect target.

Donald Trump remains the King Of The Sound Bite, as well as the fly in the Republican's ointment.  We've heard him say some pretty off the cuff things, but what if we talked like that in our day-to-day lives?

There were 12 candidates vying for the Mayoral position when Don Ness was elected as Mayor of Duluth in 2007. He chose to run for a second term and was unopposed.  That was the first time that had happened in Duluth since it was incorporated in 1887.  He has made the decision to not run for a third term.  I wanted to highlight a few of the "candid" moments during his time in office.  I a

Cathy Stepp, Wisconsin DNR secretary says she's considering putting the naming rights up for sale for state parks, trying to boost financial support. Governor Walker's proposed budget cuts would significantly cut the budget for state parks, and rely on increased camping fees instead.

The City of Duluth always welcomes and encourages citizens to sit on the different Boards and Commissions available.  At this time there are several openings that need to be filled.  If you are an individual that has ideas, now is the time to get your application in and be a voice.

Racine Wisconsin Senator Van Wanggaard is introducing a bill to repeal the 48 hour waiting period for people buying a handgun.  His reason is that background checks are instant now, and don't require extra time to see if a person can legally purchase a handgun.  People in favor of the waiting period say it's a good cooling down period.  But, does that make sense?

Yesterday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that owners had approved a new conduct policy.  He later released this official letter to fans to address the policy and to say "Thank you".