Science

Balloons tend to signify a good time. But not always, as the recent Chinese spy balloon sighting and tracking proved. Chinese officials tried to make the case that it was a weather balloon, but that's simply not true. In this post we show the (massive) differences between a spy balloon and a weather balloon.

You've heard meteorologists talk about various weather models during their forecasts. A common one is the "European Model". What is it, and why is it important?

I'm going to make this easy: residents of the Northland will, in fact, get to enjoy 6 more weeks of winter. Frankly, I'll be relieved if it's ONLY 6 more weeks, and not 16 weeks... You know the drill: "Every February 2, a crowd of thousands gathers at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to await a special forecast from a groundhog named Phil. If t...

Are commonly-used weather phrases scientifically accurate? Here are some of the most accurate sayings you've likely heard.

A comet last seen by the earth in the time of the Neanderthals is returning. Here's when you can see it for yourself.

If you have ever wanted to get up close and personal with black bears now is your chance at the Bear Center in Ely.

Here's some thoughts for lawn care at the end of the fall season.

Can "brown noise" help you too?

NOAA is reporting that a solar storm is expected to impact Earth this week. What exactly does that mean and do you need to be worried?

It's about forking time! Now get us some grub, stat.

As long as Vecna and the Mind Flayer don't come through, we're golden.

Duluth is well known for lots of things, but this particular statistic is not one I am sure many people would consider a highlight.