William Lien is a journalist for WDIO/WIRT-TV, focusing on local news in the Duluth, Minnesota area. He covers a range of topics including weather, community events, infrastructure projects, and local issues affecting residents. William is dedicated to providing accurate and timely news to keep the community informed.
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William Lien Wdio primarily focuses on local news and events in Duluth, Minnesota. His coverage includes seasonal topics such as weather-related concerns and family-focused articles related to home life. Given this focus, reaching out with story ideas related to local events, infrastructure developments or community issues would likely resonate with him.
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By: William Lien Wdio
There’s been a nationwide egg shortage, and now, it’s hitting our grocery store shelves in the Northland. One note found at a Duluth Super One location says they’re experiencing low stock levels and getting limited warehouse allocations. There are a lot of factors going into this egg shortage, but the bird flu is a big one.
By: William Volkmanlien
The Northland Foundation is providing grants to tribal citizens and descendants working on projects to strengthen Native American culture.
By: William Lien Wdio
Chum needs donations to continue their Warming Center this winter
By: William Lien Wdio
The longest SEIU strike continues with nearly 40 days of an ongoing strike. Essentia Health’s Deer River workers decided to bring their picket line down to St. Mary’s Hospital. Several other labor groups joined in solidarity like AFSCME, MNA and the United Steelworkers.
By: William Lien Wdio
Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services is launching digital education and outreach highlighting the dangers of menthol cigarette. Wisconsin’s campaign is looking at how commercial tobacco companies are using targeted marketing on certain communities.
Throughout the week, people in the Northland have experienced bitter cold temperatures. But what steps can residents take to protect their homes and cars in below zero temps? Folks in northern Minnesota and Wisconsin need to be proactive with preparing their homes and cars for negative temperatures. Towing companies have already been busy around the clock moving vehicles that won’t start. Car batteries can’t hold a charge and things are just going to get colder.
By: William Lien Wdio
This weekend is your opportunity to take your kids fishing anywhere in Minnesota, for free! No license is required, thanks to the DNR. With cold temps in the forecast, another popular angling sport you might consider Darkhouse spearfishing.
By: William Lien Wdio
Residents in the Northland understand how frigid temperatures below zero can be. Many school districts decided to close because of the harsh cold weather. Meanwhile in the Twin Ports, students in Superior schools were still required to attend classes.
By: William Lien Wdio
Crime in downtown Duluth occurs, on average, every 18 hours according to new data from law enforcement. Local public safety officials met Wednesday afternoon to address concerns of rising crimes.
By: William Volkmanlien
Elite Sports and Collectibles is a new indoor space for young athletes in the Twin Ports that will offer a place to train sports teams.
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