DULUTH, Minn. — One survivor of the 2018 fatal mass shooting in Parkland, Florida spoke out at a Rally For Peace held in Duluth. Following the parkland massacre, David Hogg became a gun control activist and co-found the March For Our Lives organization, which supports gun control legislation. “I see myself as one voice of unfortunately thousands that have become…
MINNESOTA / FLORIDA — After getting called-out to Florida for assistance, Minnesota Power crews are already returning home. Florida Public Utilities, located near Jacksonville, requested the assistance of MN Power to help with restoring what was lost after the hurricane. The area ultimately suffered far less damage than expected and they’ve been able to manage outages in their area with…
NORTHLAND / FLORIDA — Thousands of crisis response workers from many states are working to restore Florida, including over 50 Red Cross volunteers who are Minnesota based. 12 people from the northland landed in Orlando on Friday, and an additional volunteer from Duluth was deployed Friday morning. The crew is ready to help residents revive after the category four hurricane….
DULUTH, Minn. — Burial Site Restored to the Fond Du Lac Tribal Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. The minnesota department of transportation (MnDOT) said that they accidentally unearthed the site in 2017, while working to replace the Highway 23 bridge over Mission Creek. On Friday, the band gathered for closure and healing to celebrate the restoration of the ancestors who…
WISCONSIN / FLORIDA — Crews with a Wisconsin tree service company are heading South to aid with Hurricane Ian cleanup efforts. Trees have been batted down from Hurricane Ian, landing on cars, homes, and power lines. While work has begun to clear the trees out, there are just not enough hands on deck. That’s why Zielies Tree Service Company is…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY — The St. Louis County Board has voted to prohibit new cervid farms from being made, in an effort to stop the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease. The deadly disease has been around for more than 50 years and it continues to spread through deer, elk, and other members of the cervidae family. Over the past year,…
DULUTH / FLORIDA — Hurricane Ian has viciously made its way through Florida, affecting many people, homes, and businesses in its wake. One Minnesota family, who now lives on the east coast, has been hunkered down and powerless since Wednesday afternoon. Josh Buck says his family has faced a few hurricanes before, but never a category four, and never this…
DULUTH, Minn. — Thousands of crisis response workers from many states are heading to Florida, including Red Cross volunteers who are based in Minnesota. 12 people from the northland are already in Florida, bringing three emergency response vehicles with them. 40 more minnesota-based red cross volunteers are there as well. They will be ready to help residents survive the category…
DULUTH / FLORIDA — “Like we talked about earlier, at any minute we could just lose everything. Here we are, we just lost everything.” A family from Minnesota, now living in the wrath of Hurricane Ian. The Buck family traded in the snow for sand 20 years ago. Now they live in Bonita Springs, just South of Fort Myers —…
DULUTH, Minn. — Minnesota power has stepped up to help bring light to Florida’s darkness. While Hurricane Ian destroys powerlines and causes power outages everywhere, there just are not enough local repair crews. On Wednesday, 25 workers with Minnesota Power packed up all of their gear and began the nearly 24 hour drive to Fernandina Beach. They will work alongside…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Tuesday, the Duluth Entertainment Center (DECC) served up a feast of new concession food. People were able to taste test the grub before the bulldog hockey team hits the ice this weekend. There are many creative additions in this seasons lineup. Everything from themed pizzas to a sirloin stacker sandwich. If you’re feeling cold, you might…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Monday, the City Council voted unanimously to appoint Mike Ceynowa as the new Police Chief of Duluth. Ceynowa has 24 years of Duluth police work under his belt. Now, he’s tackling year 25 as a very visible leader. While it might be his first run as chief, Ceynowa has played similar roles before. “It’s a heavy…
DULUTH, Minn. — The CDC announced that some hospitals and healthcare facilities no longer need to require universal masking, so how will that affect hospitals in St. Louis County? Since early on in the pandemic, the agency had urged everyone to wear face masks while in healthcare settings. Now, the CDC says facilities in just over a quarter of counties,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Each year, about one in five people get the flu and more than 200 thousand people are hospitalized, in part of flu-related complications. Both St. Luke’s and Essentia Health are now offering vaccines for the flu season, in hopes of reducing potential outbreaks and its effects. St. Luke’s Dr. Andrew Thompson said, in part of masking and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Despite the hazy day, bird watchers flew over to Hawk Ridge to celebrate 50 years of the observatory. Every fall, a staggering amount of nearly 100 thousand birds funnel through Duluth for their yearly migration. Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory has kept its eyes to the sky since 1972, collecting data and information on what flies over the…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Saturday, Lester Park was swarming with folk lovers for the 23rd annual Lester River Rendezvous. The event is a voyageur reenactment and educational festival. More than 50 food and craft vendors were up for grabs, along with the sound of musical talent. Reenactors were also onsite, dressed-up to portray life in the voyageur village amidst early…
DULUTH, Minn. — Hot dog eating contests are pretty well known, but have you ever seen a taco eating contest? Tacos Tacos Tacos held their 2nd annual Taco Eating Contest at Blacklist Brewing Company. 10 contestants lined up to see if they could eat all 20 tacos in 30 minutes. “As people watched it, they realized how much 20 tacos…
SAGINAW, Minn. — On Friday, the Northeast Regional Corrections Center, or NERCC, held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its brand new meat processing facility, which will serve as trade work for inmates. NERCC is Minnesota’s only correctional work farm. Meaning those onsite are required to perform daily work tasks. Corrections leaders say the intent is to increase job opportunities and…
SUPERIOR, Minn. — The UWS Jim Dan Hill Library was full of stories, students, and zoo animals? Every fall, the Lake Superior Zoomobile takes a trip to the UWS campus. Students are able to touch and hold the animals, while also learning about the fascinating creatures with an educator. On Thursday, the Zoomobile brought over a snake, tarantella, and a…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Historic Old Central High School of Duluth is under restoration and the once classrooms will become into 122 apartment units. The building was originally built in the 1890’s and has since undergone multiple renovations. Now for the first time, it will be an apartment complex — and so much more. “It is being completely gutted, but…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bentleyville is gearing up for the holidays and preparations are taking place at Bayfront Festival Park. 17 semi trailers currently fill the lot, holding lights and display pieces that will make the 5 million light show come to life in just a few short months. Bentleyville draws in thousands of people from all over and has a…
DULUTH, Minn. — Millions of parents count on the yellow bus to get their kids to and from school everyday. So what happens when there are not enough drivers to match the demand? Some bigger school districts in the northland, like Duluth and Superior, say they’re fully staffed behind the wheel. Meanwhile, other schools are struggling to recruit and retain…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce announced Daniel Fanning as the new V.P.. Fanning has taken on the role of Vice President of Strategy and the Executive Director of the Chamber Foundation. He’s been apart of the chamber board for several years and has 20 years of work experience at the local, state, and federal level. Including his…
DULUTH, Minn. — More than 600 people are experiencing homelessness in St. Louis County this year. That number is up by 20% from five years ago. For Taylor Longrie, home is not a house, but rather a tent beneath the i-35 ramp in Duluth. “I’ve traveled 35 states in 10 months and this is the last state that I’ve posted…
DULUTH, Minn. — Skaters are rolling in to the northland for this weekends 26th annual Northshore Inline Marathon and Skate Fest. It’s known as the nations largest skating race, with over 2,000 people competing in the many rollerblading, roller skiing, and running events. The full-marathon race is more than a glide, racers will straight-line 26.2 miles by the end of…
DULUTH, Minn. — How do you fix a broken pumpkin? With a pumpkin patch. Despite the rainy weather, Farmer Doug’s Pumpkin Patch officially opened for picking. From short and round to tall and lean, there is a pumpkin for everyone in the greens. In addition, you can also find smaller, decorative pumpkins, winter squash, and even some veggies. So whether…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Wednesday, downtown Duluth was smoke-filled after a building caught fire in the Central Hillside neighborhood. According to Duluth Fire Chief Shawn Krizaj, a fire was reported on 522 East Fourth Street at 5:37pm. Engulfed in the flames was the Lake Superior Medical Equipment building and four apartment units above it. 38 Duluth firefighters worked to distinguish…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Wednesday, one building was engulfed in flames in Duluth’s Central Hillside neighborhood and many expressed concern for Uncle Loui’s, a beloved Café next door. Uncle Loui’s Café has been around Duluth since 1993. It’s a fan favorite brunch hub, and it wouldn’t be the first time Loui’s had faced fire. In April of 2007, the café…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday, nearly 15,000 nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association returned to work after their historic three-day strike. The strike came after months of unresolved contract negotiations between the MNA and 15 minnesota hospitals, with nurses expressing frustration over what they say are unsafe staffing levels and not enough pay. Here in the Twin Ports, St. Luke’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new option for rental housing is coming to the northland, and it’s not one size fits all. Cottage villas will be up for rent, priced for mixed income households. Tucked within the trees of a West Duluth neighborhood, the Fairmount Cottage Development is planting multiple new housing seeds. “There’s one word that I know that we…
DULUTH, Minn. — For the past two days, nearly 15,000 nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association have been on strike. The strike comes after months of unresolved contract negotiations between the MNA and 16 minnesota hospitals, with nurses expressing frustration over staffing levels and not enough pay. Here in the Twin Ports, S. Luke’s and Essentia Health say MNA nurses…
DULUTH, Minn. — While most people her age gear-up for retirement, 67-year-old Cindy Norris has put her tires to the cement. Norris calls herself the cycling grandma from Nevada, riding coast to coast across America on Highway 2. The trek started back in July in Washington. Norris says she’s cycling to raise money for the Children of Fallen Special Operations…
KOOCHICHING COUNTY — After months of historic flooding near International Falls, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, says it will not be assisting individual residents in fixing the damage. Koochiching County Emergency Management says FEMA found not enough individual property damage to qualify for the assistance program. County Sheriff Perryn Hedlund says, they were told the protective measures put…
DULUTH, Minn. — As thousands of nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association walked out and hit the picket lines, many are left wondering what’s going on inside of the hospitals now. Tuesday was day two of the three-day MNA nurse strike. The strike comes after months of contract negotiations between the MNA and 16 Minnesota hospitals, with nurses expressing frustration…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Monday, nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association went on strike at hospitals across the Twin Cities and Twin Ports. The MNA and the hospitals have spent more than five months in contract negotiations, with nurses complaining of low wages and understaffing. The two groups have yet to reach an agreement. 10 days ago, nurses at 16…
DULUTH, Minn. — Despite the summer season coming to an end, one garden center is still green and blooming. A+ Garden Center has two locations; one at Duluth’s Kenwood Super One Plaza, and their main spot in Pike Lake. Owners have been transitioning both shops from summer to fall sales, meaning gardeners are leaving with more trees, shrubs, and fan-favorite…
DULUTH, Minn. — Essentia Health has filed an unfair labor practice charge after the Minnesota Nurses Association failed to include them in their strike notice. The filing comes after MNA nurses at 16 different hospitals in the Twin Cities, Twin Ports, and Moose Lake announced a three-day strike, starting on September 12th. The MNA and the hospitals have spent more…
DULUTH, Minn. — Peace of Mind Duluth is looking to add more staff to its team. On Wednesday, they held a hiring event for people to walk-in and get interviewed on the spot. Peace of Mind describes themselves as a supportive living service, assisting people with a range of treatments and mental health support. They are hoping to fill a…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you’ve ever thought about getting a membership at the YMCA, now is the time to try before you buy. It’s Welcome Week at the Twin Port YMCA locations. In other words, you can try out the facilities for free. Group classes, the fitness room, gymnasium, and pool are all open to the public. The Hermantown and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tuesday was the first day of school for many students, and some stepped foot inside Stella Maris Academy’s new High School for the first time. Nestled away in the woodland neighborhood, sits a new Stella Maris Academy High School. About 5 years ago, all of the Catholic Schools in the Duluth area decided to combine, resulting in…
DULUTH, Minn. — Posting back-to-school photos is a tradition for many parents, but the harmless act can have harmful results if too much information is shared. The Duluth Police Department is reminding parents to be cautious with what they post online. It can be common to upload a first day of school picture with your child’s name, age, and fun…
CHISHOLM, Minn. — Update on the April 2022 officer-involved shooting that occurred in Chisholm and resulted in the death of Michael David Johnson. On April 20th, law enforcement officers had shown up at a house in Chisholm, trying to arrest Michael David Johnson on stalking charges in another county. Investigators said that when efforts to communicate with Johnson were unsuccessful,…
DULUTH, Minn, — Teachers are prepping their classrooms and patiently waiting for the school year to start, including those at Lester Park Elementary. Kindergarten teacher, Sara Hill’s classroom is vibrant and splashed with colors of the rainbow. Anticipation is creeping in, but Hill says all of the work spent prepping will be worth it when the students arrive. “I think…
SUPERIOR, WI. — In honor of Overdose Awareness Day, the Lake Superior Community Health Center held a free Narcan training event. The event was open to the public, free of cost. Registered nurse, Jessica Campbell, taught people how to administer nasal Narcan. Which she says is the easiest form of Narcan to administer. “So typically, first responders aren’t the ones…
DULUTH, Minn. — City leaders and Duluth community members joined together in holding a proclamation of Overdose Awareness Day and a declaration of September as National Recovery Month. Today is Overdose Awareness Day, a global event to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of drug-related death. This year, over 107 thousand lives were lost to preventable overdose. On Wednesday, the…
DULLUTH, Minn. — AAA and the Duluth Police Department are reminding people to slow down, put down the phones, and drive safely through school zones. School zones are a hotspot for congestion. People are in-and-out, walking and driving around the outdoor grounds. Sergeant Mike Jambor with the DPD is encouraging people to keep their head on a swivel this school…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s officially opening week for the second location of “Duluth’s Best Bread.” The beloved bakery originates in West Duluth. Now, owners have opened a second shop downtown, on 120 E Superior Street. There are new additions to the menu, including; the Nutella Croissant and the Crunchy Munchkin Cookie. You can place your order in English, German, or…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY — Winters in the Northland can be anything except, “Minnesota nice.” When snow falls and pavement turns to ice, plows are some of the first vehicles to drive on the roads. St. Louis County is already prepping for snow plow season. Every year, the county replaces the 10 oldest plows with new ones, and three out of…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Sugar Shack in Virginia has doubled in sweetness. On Monday, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the opening of its second shop. Here’s the scoop, the original Sugar Shack is a downtown success. Owners say they needed more space to dish out fan-favorite ice cream. The second shop is located on the outskirts of…
DULUTH, Minn. — A nationwide mental health awareness campaign will return to UMD this school year. The Green Bandana Project was started by student athletes at UW-Madison in 2017, and has since spread through campuses across the U.S. Fox 21 talked to the UMD project presidents, who shared the deeper meaning behind the bandana. The project came to UMD in…
