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Proctor/Hermantown Girls Hockey Falls to Warroad in Class A Championship Game

Nya Sieger scored the lone goal for the Mirage as they end their season with a runner-up finish in Class A with a final record of 19-8-1.

February 26, 2022

Sam Ali,

ST. PAUL, Minn – The Proctor/Hermantown girls hockey team would score the first goal of the game, but Warroad erupted in the second period with four goals as the Warriors win it 6-1 Saturday afternoon in the Class A state championship at the Xcel Energy Center. Nya Sieger scored the lone goal for the Mirage as they end their season…

Minnesota House Democrats Propose Summertime Gas Tax Holiday

February 26, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Several Democrats in the Minnesota House have proposed a gasoline tax holiday from Memorial Day until Labor Day to help lessen the burden of rising gas prices on motorists. Rep. Stephenson, of Coon Rapids, said the proposal is an effort to combat rising inflation. GOP Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller, of Winona, said the…

Duluth Police: 20-Year-Old Arrested in Alleged Baseball Bat Assault in Central Hillside Friday

Investigators learned someone living at one of the apartments allegedly assaulted a resident of another apartment with a baseball bat.

February 26, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A 20-year-old man is in jail after an assault with a baseball bat occurred in Duluth’s Central Hillside neighborhood Friday. According to a spokesperson with the Duluth Police Department, at 3:15 p.m. Friday officers responded to an assault at an address in the 300 Block of North 2nd Avenue East. Investigators learned someone living at one of the…

Gov. Walz Visits Duluth to Discuss what $300 Million Public Safety Proposal Could Mean for City

Duluth would receive about $1.5 million per year from the budget surplus for public safety improvements.

February 26, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Governor Tim Walz stopped in Duluth, as part of his statewide public safety tour to discuss what his $300 million public safety plan could mean for the city. Duluth would receive about $1.5 million per year from the budget surplus for public safety improvements. The Governor says it’s important these measures address not only crime and arrests, but…

MnDOT Lights I-35W Bridge Blue, Yellow in Support of People of Ukraine

According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation's Twitter, it'll stay those colors through the weekend in support of the people of Ukraine.

February 25, 2022

Arman Rahman,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The I-35 W Bridge in Minneapolis glowed blue and yellow Friday night. According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Twitter, it’ll stay those colors through the weekend in support of the people of Ukraine. MN-DOT added: “We stand united with Ukrainians here in Minnesota and around the world.” Here in Duluth Mayor Emily Larson says she does not…

Cirrus Aircraft Connects With LSC Students Interested In Aviation

They hope this partnership creates a pipeline for skilled students to work for high-demand positions in machining, automotive, aviation, and more.

February 25, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

DULUTH, Minn.- Lake Superior College and Cirrus Aircraft partnered up to connect with local students interested in joining the aviation industry. Cirrus Aircraft is located right next door to LSC. Representatives networked with classes in the college’s Aviation Center. They hope this partnership creates a pipeline for skilled students to work for high-demand positions in machining, automotive, aviation, and more….

School Bus Crash in Rochester Leaves 10 Injured

February 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) — A school bus crash in Rochester left 10 people injured Friday. KAAL-TV reported the crash occurred just after 9 a.m. on U.S. Highway 52 and U.S. Route 14. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a car lost control and slid into the school bus before colliding with another car. The driver and a passenger in the…

No More ValleySCARE: Tricks and Treats To Offer ‘all Fun, No Fright’ at Valleyfair

February 25, 2022

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Facebook/Valleyfair) SHAKOPEE, Minn. (FOX 9) – No more scary nights at Valleyfair. As announced Friday, the Shakopee amusement park will now have more family-friendly Halloween celebrations. Later this year, Tricks and Treats will debut on Sept. 17 and be open on select dates until Oct. 30. Valleyfair says it will be a “one-of-a-kind fall festival and Halloween party combo…

Minnesota Senate GOP Unveils Massive $8.5B Tax Cut Proposal

February 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Senate Republicans on Thursday announced a tax cut proposal that would cost more than $8.5 billion over the next three years. Republican lawmakers say the proposal is the largest tax cut in the state’s history. It would reduce the lowest-tier income tax rate from 5.35% to 2.8% and eliminate taxes on all Social Security…

Ukraine’s Capital Under Threat as Russia Presses Invasion

February 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti) KYIV, Ukraine (AP) – Russian troops are bearing down on Ukraine’s capital, with gunfire and explosions resonating ever closer to the government quarter. The invasion of a democratic country has fueled fears of a wider war in Europe and triggered worldwide efforts to make Russia stop. Amid growing casualties from the deadly warfare, the Kremlin said Russia…

Walz to Stop in Duluth Friday as Part of Statewide Public Safety Tour

February 25, 2022

Site Staff,

(Elizabeth Flores/Star Tribune via AP) DULUTH, Minn. – Today, investments in public safety will be front and center at Duluth City Hall with Gov. Tim Walz. According to the governor’s office, Walz is holding a roundtable discussion this afternoon with Mayor Emily Larson, Police Chief Mike Tusken, and other city leaders as part of his statewide public safety tour. This…

AP Sources: Biden Taps Ketanji Brown Jackson for High Court

February 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden will nominate federal appeals court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to be the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. That word comes from people familiar with the matter. In selecting Jackson, Biden delivers on a campaign promise, moving to further diversify a court that was made up entirely of white men…

Duluth Council Names Top 3 Candidates For Medved’s Vacant Seat

February 24, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council interviewed 26 candidates Thursday evening who are vying to fill Derek Medved’s seat who recently stepped down to focus on his growing business. The interviews were virtual. Each candidate got 10 minutes to answer questions from councilors to find out their interests, passion for the city and why they’d be good for the…

Some Duluth Residents Frustrated By Snow Banks From Plows, Alleys Cleared Later

February 24, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Mayor Emily Larson previously ended the option for Duluth residents to make special requests for snow plowing, but some residents are still feeling frustrated by the change. Larson said she felt it was time to streamline the snowplowing process so crews could get the job done more efficiently, as the list of special requests became too…

Great Lakes Gear Exchange Ready To Repair Your Zippers

February 24, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

DULUTH, Minn. – Northland winters can be harsh on cold weather gear, and the Great Lakes Gear Exchange has an answer to your broken zippers. Nils Anderson, owner of the Gear Exchange, started repairs on zippers about six months ago. The shop focuses on replacements for sliders and zippers on jackets, bags and tents. Anderson says the process is usually…

AAD Shriners 12th Annual Winter Wine Down

February 24, 2022

Mason Kroll,

HERMANTOWN, Min. – It’s been two years since the AAD Shriners last held their annual Winter Wine Down, and the event was back in action Thursday night. Food, wine, beer, and prizes brought people out to the third biggest fundraiser the organization hosts. The event was bigger than ever with 183 different items up for auction and seven food venders…

Local Veteran Weighs In on Possible Military Response in Ukraine

February 24, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – As military action continues to escalate in Ukraine, could the United States and NATO nations soon get involved in direct conflict with Russia? The commander of Superior’s American Legion Post 435 believes it can happen, but it may not be in Ukraine. Eual Moore, who served two tours during the Vietnam War, has spent time in Lithuania and…

President Biden Will Visit Superior Next Week

February 24, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) SUPERIOR, Wis. — President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will head to Superior next Wednesday to promote the bipartisan Infrastructure Law, according to a press release from the White House. Mr. Biden plans to highlight how the law “delivers for the American people by rebuilding roads and bridges and creating good-paying, union…

Northland Residents with Ukraine Connections React to Russia Invasion

February 24, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The events in Ukraine since late Wednesday evening have people who have connections to the country concerned about its future, and the current health and safety of people they know and love. “(Wednesday) night it was horrible,” says Liliya Kacharova, a lab chemistry professor at the College of St. Scholastica and chemistry teacher at Lake Superior College,…

Spirit Mountain Running “Spirit Hearts Duluth Days”

February 24, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spirit Mountain is saying thank you to Duluth by offering special discounts for city residents. On Thursday, February 24, and Sunday, February 27, they are offering five-dollar rates for lift tickets, Nordic passes, rentals, as well as free ski and board beginner lessons. This evening also features a special for glow tubing. This is the second year Spirit…

CDC to Significantly Ease Pandemic Mask Guidelines Friday

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will significantly loosen federal mask-wearing guidelines to protect against COVID-19 transmission on Friday, according to two people familiar with the matter, meaning most Americans will no longer be advised to wear masks in indoor public settings. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday will announce a change to the metrics it uses…

3 Ex-cops Convicted of Rights Violations in Floyd Killing

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Three former Minneapolis police officers have been convicted of violating George Floyd’s civil rights. Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane were charged with depriving Floyd of his right to medical care when Officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck for 9 1/2 minutes as the 46-year-old Black man was handcuffed and…

US Braces for Russian Cyberattacks in Wake of Ukrainian Invasion

February 24, 2022

Site Staff,

(Alexei Nikolsky, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP) (FOX Business) – The U.S. government is on high alert for signs of Russian cyberattacks against banks and other financial institutions after Moscow launched a wide-ranging attack on Ukraine on Thursday, eliciting harsh sanctions from the international community. A homeland security source with knowledge of the matter told FOX Business on…

Justice Department Sues UnitedHealth Over Nearly $8B Deal

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP) – Federal regulators are suing to block UnitedHealth Group’s purchase of the technology company Change Healthcare, a deal announced more than a year ago. The U.S. Department of Justice said Thursday that the proposed deal would hurt competition in markets for health insurance and technology used by insurers to process claims and cut costs. UnitedHealth said in January 2021…

Officials Say Ukraine No Longer in Control of Chernobyl Site

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A presidential adviser says Ukraine lost control of the Chernobyl nuclear site, where Ukrainian forces had waged a fierce battle with Russian troops. Adviser Mykhailo Podolyak told The Associated Press that Ukrainian authorities did not know the current condition of the facilities at Chernobyl, the site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster. “After the absolutely senseless…

Midday Update 2-24-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, February 24, 2022

February 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 24, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, weather

Fire Crews Battling Large House Fire in Virginia

February 24, 2022

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – According to the Northland FireWire, multiple fire crews are on the scene of a large house fire in Virginia. The fire was reported just after 9:00 a.m. Thursday morning on the 100 block of 1st Street South. Crews have been battling heavy flames from the home. A nearby house has also sustained heavy damage. No injuries have…

St. Luke’s to Close Vaccine Clinic, Will Now Offer Vaccines at Three Other Locations

February 24, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s is closing its COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic after today and will instead offer vaccines at three locations starting next week. Vaccines will be offered at the St. Luke’s Denfeld Medical Clinic (ages 5+), St. Luke’s Infectious Disease Associates (ages 5+), and St. Luke’s Pediatric Associates (ages 5-18). Each of the locations will offer all three vaccines…

Morning Update 2-24-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, February 24, 2022

February 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 24, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, Natalie Noury, News, weather

Jury Meets for 2nd Day in Trial of Cops in Floyd Killing

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Minneapolis Police Department via AP, File) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Jurors resumed deliberations Thursday in the trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights when he was pinned to the ground for 9 1/2 minutes as fellow Officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into his neck. Jurors met for about seven hours Wednesday,…

Minneapolis, St. Paul Mayors Lift Mask Mandate

February 24, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Minneapolis and St. Paul mayors have lifted the city’s mask mandate, effective immediately. The lift comes almost two months after the mayors reinstated executive orders requiring all to wear masks indoors in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19. The mayors say their decision to stop the indoor mask mandate was made based on current data…

Twin Cities Educators Notify Districts of Possible Strikes

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Unions representing teachers and school staff in the Twin Cities have filed the paperwork that begins a 10-day countdown to potential strikes. The notification is required by state law. It means possible strikes by more than 8,000 educators in Minneapolis and St. Paul could begin as soon as March 8. The strikes could affect…

Wall Street Joins Global Swoon After Russia Attacks Ukraine

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks tumbled worldwide Thursday after Russia’s attack on Ukraine sent fear coursing through markets and upped the pressure on the high inflation already hurting people and businesses around the world. The S&P 500 sank 2% to continue its dismal start of the year. It’s now down almost 14% from the record high it set in early…

Russia Attacks Ukraine; Peace in Europe ‘Shattered’

February 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti) WARSAW, Poland (AP) – Russian troops have launched a broad assault on Ukraine from three sides. The attack began before dawn and brought explosions to Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, and other cities. Ukraine’s leadership said Thursday at least 40 people have been killed so far in what is called a “full-scale war” targeting the country from the east,…

Superior Woman Dies After Being Hit By SUV On Belknap Street

February 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A woman from Superior has died after being hit by a vehicle last month crossing a busy downtown street. Tammi Wagner, 57, died from her injuries Feb. 22 after she was struck by an SUV around 8 p.m. Jan. 29 at the intersection of Poplar Avenue and Belknap Street. Wagner’s daughter, Kelsey Werner, told FOX 21’s Dan…

Two Brothers Take On Spirit Mountain After Storm: ‘It Just Gives You, Like, So Much Energy’

February 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cedar Holden and his brother, Coulter, were more than pumped to get out on the fresh snow at Spirit Mountain after a two-day storm. “It just gives you, like, so much energy and like it’s so clean, and bright, and crisp. It just feels so good and it just gets you, like, so excited to go do…

Snow Storm Leaves, Dogs Must Play!

February 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Categories: Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News

Russia’s Putin Announces Military Operation In Ukraine

February 23, 2022

The Associated Press,

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine and warned other countries that any attempt to interfere with the Russian action would lead to “consequences they have never seen.” He said the attack was needed to protect civilians in eastern Ukraine – a claim the U.S. had predicted he would falsely make to…

Over 100 Tickets and 40 Tows in City’s Second Snow Emergency

February 23, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s the aftermath of the second declared snow emergency this winter and with nearly 17” of snow later, the city of Duluth and its residents respond. “Yeah, so not very good right now, but it’s the best that they can do it seems like,” Matthew Chau, a UMD Student said. This is the first year the city…

CSS Ready for Musical Theater Return

February 23, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Musical theater returns at The College of Saint Scholastica as they open their production of “Little Shops of Horrors” Thursday, February 24. The college did return to theater productions last fall with “The Frogs, A Modern Adaptation”, but this is the first production with songs since the COVID pandemic began nearly two years ago. Nearly 50 students, staff,…

Safe Haven Partners with Women’s Expo, Asking For Donations

February 23, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — This weekend’s Women’s Expo at The DECC will not only be a time for shopping, exhibits and demonstrations, it’s also a place to help women facing domestic violence. The Women’s Expo once again partnered with the ‘Safe Haven Shelter’ to collect donations at various sites over the past few weeks and this Saturday during the expo. Items…

Duluth Children’s Museum Prep for Busy Week

February 23, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The combination of winter break for Duluth Public Schools and the recent snow and cold is making for a busy week for indoor activities across the Twin Ports. The Duluth Children’s Museum says they are ready to handle the higher number of kids and parents looking to do something outside the home. “If last weekend was any indicator,”…

Energy Design Conference Held at DECC

February 23, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Dozens of builders, contractors, and others in the trades have spent the past two days at the DECC learning how they can make new and existing homes more energy efficient. The 32nd annual Energy Design Conference, hosted by Minnesota Power, allows people to learn new information covering a range of building practices. “We do see a large…

Assembly Passes Making It Felony To Threaten Health Workers

February 23, 2022

Kelly Tekler,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — It would be a felony to threaten a health care worker under a bipartisan bill the Wisconsin Assembly passed on Wednesday. Health care providers told stories at a public hearing earlier this month about times when patients have threatened doctors and others who were attempting to provide them care. The measure makes it a felony to…

Duluth Man Charged in Connection to Three Armed Robberies

February 23, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last week, a Duluth man was formally charged with three armed robberies over two days in Duluth’s East Hillside neighborhood. According to court records, 26-year-old Austin Nichols is charged with three counts of first-degree aggravated robbery. The criminal complaint states officers responded to the first robbery around 6:39 p.m. on February 14 at the CVS Pharmacy on…

Target Drops Mask Mandate for Employees, Customers

February 23, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Target will no longer require its employees or customers to wear masks, according to an update on its corporate website. Through an update to its FAQ section, Target announced, “As COVID-19 cases continue to decline across the country, Target will not require U.S. team members or guests to wear masks, as local regulations allow.” In a section…

Oscars Slim Down, Will Hand Out 8 Awards Ahead of Broadcast

February 23, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – To combat slumping ratings, the Academy Awards are undergoing a radical slimming down, with eight awards to be presented off-air during next month’s telecast. Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences President David Rubin wrote in a letter sent to members Tuesday about the change. The letter says the awards for film editing, production design, sound,…

Jury Starts Deliberating 3 Ex-cops’ Case in Floyd Killing

February 23, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Cedric Hohnstadt via AP) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Jurors are deliberating in the federal trial of three fired Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao are charged with depriving Floyd of his right to medical care when Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck for 9 1/2 minutes…

Jury Set To Get Case of 3 Officers Charged in Floyd Killing

February 23, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The jury hearing the case against three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights needs only to get instructions from the judge before starting deliberations. Prosecutors and defense attorneys spent a full day Tuesday in closing arguments that recapped a month of testimony and sought to sway the jury toward their…

Russia Evacuating Embassy in Ukraine as Crisis Escalates

February 23, 2022

The Associated Press,

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) – Russia began evacuating its embassy in Kyiv, and Ukraine urged its citizens to leave Russia. Those moves come as the region braced for further confrontation Wednesday after President Vladimir Putin received authorization to use military force outside his country. Hopes for a diplomatic way out of a new, potentially devastating war appeared all but sunk as…