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Stories from March 5, 2022

Rain, freezing rain and snow Saturday night; snow tapers by daybreak on Sunday

Rain, freezing rain and snow Saturday night; snow tapers by daybreak on Sunday

A wintry mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow will create slick roads in many areas Saturday evening and overnight. We could also see and hear a few thunderstorms. We have the weekend forecast update plus a look at the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Minnesotans answer call to support Ukrainians

Minnesotans answer call to support Ukrainians

Minnesotans plan to rally in support of Ukraine at the state capitol on Sunday. Meanwhile, other groups are helping refugees overseas.
by Dan Kraker and Mark Zdechlik

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The State Department tells Americans to leave Russia 'immediately'

The State Department tells Americans to leave Russia 'immediately'

The new travel advisory was issued Saturday over heightened security concerns in the country as Russian military forces carry out an “unprovoked and unjustified attack” in Ukraine, the State Department said.
by Emma Bowman

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Saturday rain, ice and snow; cooler on Sunday

Saturday rain, ice and snow; cooler on Sunday

Another wave of moisture will spread across Minnesota and western Wisconsin Saturday afternoon and evening. We have the details on who will see rain or a wintry mix and snow.
by Ron Trenda

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Saturday wintry mess; rain, freezing rain, snow

Saturday wintry mess; rain, freezing rain, snow

An icy glaze covers many sidewalks and some roads Saturday morning. We have an update on what to expect the rest of today.
by Ron Trenda

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Ask a Bookseller: 'The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek'

Ask a Bookseller: 'The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek'

Have you ever had a book call to you from the shelf? Emily Peterson of Page 42 Bookstore in Spokane, Wash., says she kept being drawn to the novel "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek," noticing the cover, reading the back until she finally took it home to read. Then, she could hardly put it down.
by Emily Bright

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Shovel the darn sidewalk, please! Duluth asks nicely

Shovel the darn sidewalk, please! Duluth asks nicely

Leaders and advocates are working to improve the condition of Duluth sidewalks, but many residents still struggle with uncleared snow, packed snow piles blocking pedestrian paths, and diminished access during the winter months.
by Sarah Gelbard

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