Rusty Mehlberg, Author at Fox21Online

Judge Says Vos Must Produce Requested Election Probe Records

July 16, 2022

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Dane County judge on Friday gave Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos a second chance to produce requested records involving the investigation of the 2020 election result in Wisconsin. The order was in response to a lawsuit by the liberal watchdog group American Oversight seeking documents related to the partisan investigation by former state Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman. At…

5 Injured In Crash Following Brooklyn Center Police Chase

July 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — Five people were injured after a police pursuit in a Minneapolis suburb Friday afternoon ended in a crash between a suspect with an outstanding warrant and a passing vehicle, authorities said. The incident began after Brooklyn Center police was notified about the whereabouts of a man who had an active arrest warrant in connection with…

Two Injured From Flash Fire At Superior Refinery

July 15, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two contractors were injured at Superior Refinery today due to a flash fire. Cenovus says construction activity led to the fire around 1:20 this afternoon. It was quickly extinguished with assistance from the Superior Fire Department. The injured contractors were treated on site, and then transported to a local hospital for assessment and more treatment. Work was…

Friday Evening Northland Forecast

July 15, 2022

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Thursday Evening Northland Forecast

July 14, 2022

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Wednesday Evening Northland Forecast

July 13, 2022

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Tuesday Evening Northland Forecast

July 12, 2022

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Public Meetings Set for Duluth Police Chief Search

July 9, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth has announced when and where two public meetings are taking place this month as part of the Chief of Police hiring process. The first will be on July 20 at the Harrison Community Center starting at 5. The second will be on July 26 at the Portman Community Center starting at noon. Each meeting…

Saturday Evening Northland Forecast

July 9, 2022

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Heritage Days Underway in Two Harbors

July 8, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Two Harbors is busier than usual this weekend as they hold their annual Heritage Days. The event takes place the first weekend following the Fourth of July holiday. For 2022, activities got underway Thursday, July 7, and will continue through Sunday, July 10. They include two parades, an arts/crafts fair, stage entertainment, and a street dance….

Food Truck Friday Returns to Duluth

July 8, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – A summer tradition is back outside the Duluth Public Library. Food Truck Friday returned after a one year hiatus last month. The event gives the areas vendors a safe place to gather so that people can come and enjoy the wide variety of menu items each truck offers. For food truck owners like The Grumpy Goose’s Jose Goser,…

Friday Evening Northland Forecast

July 8, 2022

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“It Is A Grave Concern For Us.” Duluth Chief Reacts To Latest Teenage Gun Violence

July 5, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – The investigation continues into Duluth’s second gun-related homicide of the year. The shooting on July 2 killed a 17-year-old boy near the intersection of North 16th Avenue East and East 1st Street, next to Endion Park. Duluth Police spent part of the morning of July 5 continuing their investigation around the scene, but did not provide the name…

Monday Evening Northland Forecast

July 4, 2022

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Sunday Evening Northland Forecast

July 3, 2022

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UPDATE: 17-year-old Dead From Shooting Near Duluth’s Endion Park, 17-year-old In Custody

July 3, 2022

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UPDATE (July 3, 10 a.m.) – Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken has provided an update on Saturday night’s fatal shooting. In a Facebook post, Tusken says the person who died was a 17-years-old male, less than 3 months from their 18th birthday. “Our heart aches and we extend our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends who must bear…

Know Your Fireworks Regulations, Safety Before Setting Them Off

July 2, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the Fourth of July right around the corner, fireworks are taking flight. But before you light that match, you better know the rules. In Minnesota, firecrackers are illegal. Residents can, however, use non-explosives like sparklers and ground snakes. “Minnesota has one of the most restrictive fireworks laws and Wisconsin is not so strict,” says Sergeant Kelly Greenwalt…

Public Comment Period Begins For Blatnik Bridge Alternatives

July 2, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

TWIN PORTS – Anyone who uses the Blatnik Bridge to get across the Twin Ports can now help transportation officials plan its replacement. The public comment period is open for people to view the possible locations of the bridge, and whether it should shift slightly west or east of its current position. People can also see different designs for how the…

Saturday Evening Northland Forecast

July 2, 2022

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One Injured After Jet Ski Explodes

July 2, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

KINNEY, Minn. – One person is recovering from injuries after a jet ski exploded Saturday afternoon. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office got word of the accident around 12:47 p.m. July 2, 2022 on Lake Little 14. That is approximately 15 miles north of Kinney. An investigation determined a 42-year-old Virginia man had just refueled the jet ski and was about…

Northland Stores Ready For Big Grilling Weekend

July 1, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Fourth of July holiday has many traditions, depending on who you ask. For some, that means firing up the grill. London Road Rental is ready for this with a full inventory and wide variety of grills available for people to use this weekend. They also have the accessories, flavoring, and knowledge to help the notice and…

Friday Evening Northland Forecast

July 1, 2022

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Bayfront Country Jam Begins Busy Holiday Weekend in Duluth

June 30, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Bayfront Park is gearing up for a busy Fourth of July weekend. Activities gets underway Friday evening with the 4th annual Bayfront Country Jam. Crews have been busy this week getting tents, barriers, and refreshment stands set up. Put on by Twin Ports Entertainment, they say this is their biggest Country Jam yet with Jake Owen headlining. Also…

Police Task Force Welcomes New K9 Member

June 30, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force has a new four-legged member. K9 Maverick is a one-year-old Black Lab from South Dakota. He just completed six weeks of training with his handler, Investigator Taylor Stusman, in the Twin Cities. Thanks to a federal grant, he is the first K9 whose only duty with the department will…

Spooner Rodeo Prepares for 68th Year

June 30, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SPOONER, Wis. – A Spooner tradition since 1954 is getting ready for its 68th year. The Spooner Rodeo will see competitors doing their best bull riding, cattle roping, barrel racing, and other events July 7th, 8th, and 9th. Also scheduled to perform are Charro and Rope Artist Tomas Garcilazo and Rodeo Clown Trent McFarland. This year’s royalty are Rodeo Queen Baylee…

LoLa’s Flyers: How Drones Are Keeping Honeyberries Safe From Cedar Waxwings

June 29, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

WRENSHALL, Minn. – One may know Locally Laid Egg Company for its chickens and eggs, but they are also in the berry business. Farm Lola is the first commercial farm in the U-S to grow honeyberry at a commercial-scale, meaning it can be picked and purchased by the public. These honeysuckles are native to Siberia and Japan, but they can also…

Tuesday Morning Northland Forecast

June 28, 2022

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Monday Morning Northland Forecast

June 27, 2022

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Saturday Evening Northland Forecast

June 25, 2022

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Friday Evening Northland Forecast

June 24, 2022

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Duluth’s ‘Stepping On Up’ Supports ‘Safe Zones’ For Homeless

June 23, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – Anyone who lives or travels in Duluth can see the signs of homelessness. “People are camping all over the city,” says Deb Holman, a Street Outreach Coordinator for CHUM and Human Development Center. “It’s not just one area, it’s like everywhere.” St. Louis County’s latest count on homelessness found 606 people experiencing it. That number has grown over…

Project Joy Gives $30,000 to Help Feed Kids This Summer

June 23, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – Project Joy Northland has given out one of their largest one-time lump sum donations. Union Gospel Mission, the Duluth Area Family YMCA, and CHUM each received 10-thousand dollars, which will go towards their efforts to feeding kids this summer. The donations came about after CHUM announced last week they were limiting the number of boxes they could hand…

Grains to Glass: How a Farm Helps a Grantsburg Brewery Thrive

June 22, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

GRANTSBURG, Wis. – What role can a dairy farm play to help a small town brewery thrive? Once can figure that out in Grantsburg, Wisconsin. The largest village in Burnett County has been the home to Brickfield Brewery since 2018. “Our welcoming staff will serve you up a pint, a 10-ounce, a flight of four,” says owner Nicki Peterson. “We also…

Wednesday Morning Northland Forecast

June 22, 2022

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Downtown Duluth To Add Pop-Up CoLab Businesses

June 21, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s Greater Downtown Council is bringing back their pop-up program to help entrepreneurs get a foothold in the physical business world. Those selected will fill three vacant storefronts on the 300 block of West Superior Street for three months free of charge. The program is considered a co-lab, where multiple businesses can share a storefront depending on how…

Corktown To Move to New Lincoln Park Location

June 21, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – A popular restaurant in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District is planning to move to a different part of the neighborhood. Corktown Deli and Brews first opened in 2018 inside the Frost River Marketplace. After surviving and thriving during the pandemic, Co-owner Jeff Petcoff says the reason for the move is simple. They need more space. “We want one level…

DTA Needs 15 New Drivers to Resume All Routes

June 21, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Transit Authority wants to hire 15 more bus drivers so they can operate all their routes. “We’ve struggled with this for the last several years,” says General Manager Rob Fournier. “Keeping in mind that we really want to just provide the best, most reliable service that we can.” A shortage due to retirements and other reasons…

Hiccup Helps Grandma’s Marathon Reach Sustainability Goal with Reusable Cups

June 21, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is trying to make itself more sustainable and reach a net-zero greenhouse gas emission goal by 2040. This year’s race saw a relatively new company step up to help reduce the trash that quickly piles up with any race. A company called Hiccup provided 26,000 silicone cups at one of the mile marker stations. All…

Twin Ports Juneteenth Celebration Held on Barker’s Island

June 18, 2022

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SUPERIOR, Wis. – Sunday, June 19, marks the latest observance of Juneteenth across the country after it was made a federal holiday in 2021. It remembers the day the last slaves in the United States were informed of their freedom back in 1865. A number of groups across the Twin Ports have been hosting events this weekend, including a celebration on…

Renovated Motorsports Park Host Car Show, Helps Lions Club

June 18, 2022

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SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two groups near Pattison State Park came together Saturday to bring more attention to their organizations. For one of them, it was a chance to introduce themselves to the larger community. Black River Motorsports Park teamed up with the Pattison State Park Lions Club to put on a concert and car show. All kinds of cars were present…

Saturday Evening Northland Forecast

June 18, 2022

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Duluth Fire Department Battles Three Structure Fires Saturday

June 18, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – Saturday turned out to be a busy day for the Duluth Fire Department as they dealt with several structure fires. The first call came in around 3:30 a.m. for a fire at 312 E 5th Street, near Lilliput Park. When crews arrived, they found the fire on the exterior of the three-story, four unit building. Firefighters did need…

One Injured After Gun Goes Off in Duluth Bar

June 18, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – One person was injured after a gun went off inside a bar in Duluth early Saturday morning. Duluth Police say officers on foot patrol noticed people running from Aces on First just after 2 a.m. on June 18, 2022. They were told that there might have been multiple people shot in the bar, prompting a larger police…

WATCH: Grandma’s Marathon outside Fox 21

June 18, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

Grandma’s Half Marathon outside the Fox 21 studios June 18, 2022. Image: Rusty MehlbergDULUTH, Minn. – The 46th annual Grandma’s Marathon is in full swing in Duluth as the full and half marathon races are taking place Saturday, June 18. Click on the link below to watch a video stream of the runners making their way past the FOX 21…

Friday Evening Northland Forecast

June 17, 2022

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Categories: Weather Video

DECC Prepares for All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner

June 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – There are many traditions to Grandma’s Marathon, and one of them is tastier than others. The kitchen staff at the DECC is getting ready for their annual Michelina’s All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner. A 10-person crew is preparing 2,400 pounds of spaghetti, 5,000 pounds of sauce, 2,500 pounds of meatballs, 360 pounds of lettuce, and 25 pounds of basil. “I…

Scott Anderson Leadership Forum Taking Place

June 16, 2022

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DULUTH, Minn. – An annual program is teaching leadership skills to a select group of high school students this week. The Scott Anderson Leadership Forum has brought 120 students from 14 Minnesota schools to the College of Saint Scholastica, taking part in building exercises, listening to speakers, and performing community service projects. The forum is named after Anderson, a Duluth resident…

Park Point Beach To Have Full Lifeguard Crew This Summer

June 15, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Park Point Beach will have a full lifeguard crew through the summer season. “We’re starting with a clean slate,” says Cheryl Podtburg, Risk and Safety Manager for the Duluth Area Family YMCA. There were concerns if there would be any lifeguards in early April when the YMCA announced no one had applied. This changed after additional searching was…

Remembering A Dark Day in Duluth’s History: The Clayton, Jackson, McGhie Lynching

June 15, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday marks the 102th anniversary of the only known lynching of African-Americans in Minnesota, which took place in downtown Duluth. It was on the corner of East First Street and North Second Avenue East where Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Issac McGhie, all Black men part of a traveling circus, were beaten and hung from a lamppost by…

145 Years Strong: Celebrating June Dairy Month at Four Cubs Farm

June 14, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

GRANTSBURG, Wis. – June is Dairy Month in Wisconsin, an annual recognition for those who help feed people all over the world. For one farm near Grantsburg, Four Cubs Farm, their livelihood of raising cows has been in the family since 1877. The same year they were homesteaded is the same year Thomas Edison invented the phonograph. “We’re farming some of…

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