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Sen. David Tomassoni Not Seeking Re-election, Announces Retirement After 2022

Last year, Tomassoni announced he was diagnosed with ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

February 19, 2022

Arman Rahman,

CHISHOLM, Minn.-—Senator David Tomassoni announced in a press release Saturday that he will not seek re-election to another term in the Minnesota Senate and will retire at the end of 2022. Tomassoni has served in the Minnesota Senate since 2001 and was previously a member of the Minnesota House from 1993 to 2001. His hometown is Chisholm in Northeastern Minnesota…

Two Arrested with 10g of Meth, 21 Doses of Clonazepam in Backus Residence

The 69-year-old woman and 32-year-old man are awaiting formal charges relating to Controlled Substance Possession.

February 19, 2022

Arman Rahman,

BACKUS, Minn.- A 69-year-old woman and 32-year-old man from Backus were arrested Wednesday with several items of drug activity, paraphernalia, drug sales, and ammunition seized from their residence. According to Cass County Sheriff Tom Burch, as part of an ongoing investigation into the sales and use of controlled substances, a search warrant was executed at the residence Wednesday. Among the…

Authorities Investigating Burnt Body, Pickup Truck in Saginaw

According to investigators, the vehicle was on the property belonging to the reporting party and the deceased.

February 19, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SAGINAW, Minn.- The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a vehicle fire in Brevator Township, and the burnt body discovered next to it. According to the Sheriff’s Office, around 11 p.m. Friday emergency responders were dispatched to the area of Highway 2 in Saginaw on a report of a pickup truck on fire with a burnt body next to…

No One Injured After Car Smashes Through Salvation Army Thrift Store

It shattered to full glass window panes and a piece of the structure as well as some shelves and inventory.

February 18, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis- No injuries were reported after a car crashed into a Salvation Army Thrift Store in Superior Friday afternoon. According to a spokesperson with the Superior Police Department, the 70-year-old driver told officers she tried to park in front of the store on Belknap Street when the car went forward suddenly and burst through the front of the store….

Snow Squall Warning Issued For 1st Time Since 2020

What happens with a snow squall is like a winter version of a thunderstorm, bringing very localized heavy snowfall followed by a cold front.

February 18, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Experts say it was quick, but after almost blizzard-like conditions a snow squall Friday afternoon brought with it a blast of arctic air which made some roads a bit icy. “You can imagine if you’re just driving along and all of a sudden you have this just really quick burst of heavy snow that hits that leads to…

2nd Graders Mush in 14th Annual ‘Ikidarod’ at North Shore Community School

2nd graders pulled their classmates on sleds along the trail on the environmental charter school's 40 acre-land.

February 18, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the season of mushing but for one annual Duluth race Friday it wasn’t dogs pulling sleds. North Shore Community School ran the 14th annual “Ikidarod” race. 2nd graders pulled their classmates on sleds along the trail on the environmental charter school’s 40 acre-land. Educators say for the past month they’ve been tying geography, math, and science lessons…

40 Mph Winds Force Chester Bowl to Close Skiing

February 18, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

DULUTH, Minn. — Fun in the snow came to a halt at Chester Bowl in Duluth as wind gusts over forty miles an hour forced them to shut down operations on Friday. Management tells us that chair lift swing at the ski hill is their biggest safety concern. At around noon Friday, Chester Bowl Employees decided the west wind was…

Champion’s Choice Turkey Calls at the Duluth Sport Show

February 18, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – It was the second day of the Duluth Sport Show at the DECC on Friday, and venders there were excited to share their outdoor passions. Champion’s Choice Turkey Calls, a first time vender at the Sport Show is a company who makes custom turkey calls by hand. The booth demonstrated how they work and sound. Owner Anthony…

Biden Is ‘Convinced’ Putin Has Decided To Invade Ukraine

February 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) – U.S. President Joe Biden says he’s “convinced” that Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to launch a further invasion of Ukraine, saying Friday he has “reason to believe” it will occur in the “coming days” and will include an assault on its capital, Kyiv. Tensions are spiking along the militarized border with attacks that the West…

No Injuries Reported After Car Crashes Into Superior Salvation Army Store

February 18, 2022

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Authorities in Superior say there were no injuries reported after a car crashed into the Salvation Army store Friday afternoon. According to police, the driver, a 70-year-old woman, told officers she was attempting to park in front of the store when her car “went forward suddenly” and crashed into the storefront. The Salvation Army Superior Facebook page…

Blizzard Conditions Close Portions of ND, Minnesota Roadways

February 18, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Blizzard conditions have closed portions of interstates and highways in eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota Friday. The North Dakota Highway Patrol has closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to the Canadian border due to blowing snow and near-zero visibility. Motorists face fines if they travel on roads that have been closed. Highway 2 from Devils Lake…

Canadian Police Have Arrested 70 Protesters in Ottawa

February 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Cole Burston/The Canadian Press via AP) OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Police in Canada say they have arrested at least 70 people and made progress in clearing out truckers who have paralyzed Ottawa for three weeks in a protest against the country’s COVID-19 restrictions. Hundreds of police moved into the capital’s downtown Friday morning and began taking protesters into custody and…

Update: Armed Robbery Suspect Connected to Third Robbery on Superior Street

February 18, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police say the 25-year-old arrested Tuesday for two armed robberies has now been connected to a third armed robbery at CVS Pharmacy on East Superior Street. The 25-year-old Duluth resident had been previously arrested in connection to two robberies at Walgreen on East Superior Street and Jimmy John’s in the Plaza Shopping Center. All three robberies…

Midday Update 2-18-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, February 18, 2022

February 18, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, February 18, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Judge Sentences Cop Who Killed Daunte Wright to 2 Years

February 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Court TV via AP, Pool, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The former suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she fatally shot Daunte Wright was sentenced Friday to two years in prison, a penalty below state guidelines after the judge found mitigating factors warranted a lesser sentence. Kim Potter was convicted in December of…

Team Shuster Takes Fourth Place in Beijing

February 18, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Team Shuster took fourth place Friday morning in their bid to capture bronze at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. They lost 8-5 to Canada in the bronze medal game. Team Shuster tweeted on Friday morning, We came up short and congratulate Canada on winning bronze. It was an incredible ride with all of you once again….

Morning Update 2-18-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, February 18, 2022

February 18, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, February 18, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, Rusty Mehlberg, weather

Canadian Police Start Arresting Protesters in Ottawa

February 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) – Authorities in Canada are beginning to arrest protesters who have paralyzed traffic in Ottawa for three weeks in a demonstration against the country’s COVID-19 restrictions. Police in Ottawa say some protesters are surrendering and being arrested downtown Friday morning. One person being led away was carrying a sign that says…

Minnesota’s Rep. Jim Hagedorn Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle

February 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox News/Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn, a conservative Republican from southern Minnesota who followed his father’s footsteps into Congress, has died after a battle with kidney cancer. He was 59. Jennifer Carnahan said in a Facebook post on Friday that Hagedorn “passed away peacefully last night.” Hagedorn was diagnosed with stage IV kidney…

Ex-cop Who Killed Daunte Wright To Learn Sentence

February 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Court TV via AP, Pool, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The former suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she killed Daunte Wright will be sentenced Friday for manslaughter. Kim Potter was convicted in December of both first-degree and second-degree manslaughter in the April 11 killing of Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist. She’ll be…

Hartley Nature Center Prepares for Summer Camps

February 17, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – It may still be winter in the Northland, but preparations are underway for summer activities at Hartley Nature Center. Their slate of summer camps are set, with registration beginning at 8 a.m. on March 21. Park officials say they will be offering more all day options for 3 year old through sixth grade. New this year will be…

Jay Cook State Park Among Parks, Trails Open For Free Saturday

February 17, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you’re feeling a little cabin fever and looking for something free to do this weekend, Jay Cook State Park is the place to be. This Saturday, Jay Cooke and 70-plus Minnesota state parks and trails will be open to enjoy at no cost. It’s a seasonal offering to help get people out to explore what the…

Yeti Hunt is Back on Saturday, February 19th

February 17, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you’re outside exploring Duluth’s parks this weekend, you may want to watch out for a Yeti. The Yeti Hunt, put on by the Duluth Parks and Rec., is back this Saturday. Clues of where to find it will be posted on the Parks and Rec Facebook event page throughout the day, with the first clue being…

Duluth Toastmasters Club #1523 now at the Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce

February 17, 2022

Mason Kroll,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Duluth Toastmasters #1523 held a open house Thursday to introduce its new location. Before the pandemic, the club had held it’s meetings at the Historic Old Central School in Duluth, and now they have a new home at the Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce. One of four clubs in Duluth, Toastmasters is an organization that strives to…

Secret Forest Playschool Embraces the Cold

February 17, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – During the colder months, being outside is more essential than being stuck indoors for one local pre-school. Secret Forest Playschool, a play-based nature preschool in Duluth, strives to preserve childhood by letting kids play outside everyday. By being outside, the children are able to learn about the importance of mother nature whether it relates to the sun,…

Duluth Man With Vintage Mazda Does Well In Florida Drag-And-Drive Races

February 17, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth man who went down to Florida to participate in the “Sick Week” drag-and-drive races ended up doing very well. Michael Janousek brought his 1988 Mazda RX-7 convertible down south earlier this month. It wasn’t an easy 36-hour trip, as he hit a massive snowstorm while traveling through Illinois with the race car in a trailer….

Kindness And A Coincidence: What Happened After A Family’s Sacred Funeral Items Were Stolen

February 17, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A family that traveled to Superior for a funeral of a loved one last weekend saw their painful experience become even more tragic, after a thief stole items from the service out of their car. Gerald “Jerry” Zowin was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who passed away on February 5th at age 81. His funeral was…

One Billion Invested Into Cleaning and Restoring Areas of The Great Lakes

February 17, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Earlier Thursday, President Biden visited Lorain, Ohio, touting a major investment to pump one billion dollars into a great lakes restoration program impacting communities from Duluth to parts of New York. This announcement from the president and the EPA means that we will see a significant portion of that money fund rehabilitating Lake Superior. This investment is…

55th Annual Duluth Sport Show Back At DECC

February 17, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The 55th Duluth Sport Show is back at the DECC and people are excited to take a shot at some of their favorite or new outdoor activities. The show unfortunately had to take some time off due to the pandemic, so after two years of silence, duck calls, trout ponds, and crowds filled the DECC once again….

Bong Center Announces New Executive

February 17, 2022

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Richard I. Bong Veteran’s center is happy to announce that they have a brand new Executive Director. John Gidley has been involved with the center for years, as part of the education branch of the center. He says he is so excited to take on this new role and wants to continue the legacy of Richard…

Truckers Hold Their Ground Despite Threats of Crackdown

February 17, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) – Hundreds of truckers clogging the streets of Canada’s capital city in a protest against COVID-19 restrictions aren’t budging and bracing for what could be a possible police crackdown. The nearly three-week faceoff in Ottawa seems to be escalating as busloads of officers arrived Thursday near Parliament Hill. The city’s interim…

City of Duluth to Light Enger Tower Red, White, and Blue for Team Shuster

February 17, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tonight, the City of Duluth will light Enger Tower red, white, and blue for Team Shuster as they head into the bronze medal game. “Team Shuster is a part of the Duluth community,” Duluth Mayor Emily Larson said. “They are not only incredible athletes, they are also valuable members of our community. Seeing them compete again at…

CDC: NYC Anime Convention Did Not Spread Omicron Widely

February 17, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – Health officials say an anime convention in New York City last year was not a superspreader event. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday that widespread masking, vaccinations, and good airflow at the Javits Center prevented the highly contagious omicron variant from spreading widely. Investigators found 119 infections from about 53,000 people who…

Biden: Infrastructure Plan Gives $1B for Great Lakes Cleanup

February 17, 2022

The Associated Press,

LORAIN, Ohio (AP) – President Joe Biden says the bipartisan infrastructure law will pump $1 billion into a Great Lakes restoration program. Biden went to Lorain, Ohio, on Thursday to highlight the measure’s benefits for the lakes and the regional economy. Much of that extra money will help finish the cleanup of harbors and rivers polluted with industrial wastes in…

‘Storyliving’: Disney To Develop US Residential Communities, Starting in California

February 17, 2022

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Disney) RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. – The Walt Disney Company announced plans this week to develop residential communities across the U.S., including the first in California’s Coachella Valley, that will be geared toward fans and “infused with the company’s special brand of magic.” The first development, called “Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney community,” will be built in Rancho Mirage, Calif….

Midday Update 2-17-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, February 17, 2022

February 17, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 17, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, Rusty Mehlberg, weather

Amir Locke To Be Eulogized at Minneapolis Funeral Service

February 17, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A 22-year-old Black man who was killed by Minneapolis police serving a search warrant will be eulogized in the same church where Daunte Wright’s funeral was held. Amir Locke’s Feb. 2 death has provoked an outcry against no-knock warrants and a push by his family and others to ban them. The Rev. Al Sharpton…

Wild World of Animals to Appear at Duluth Sports Show

The Duluth Sports Show Runs February 17 - 20

February 17, 2022

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Sports show is back at the DECC on February 17 – 20. This year’s show features everything you need to enjoy the great outdoors, and of course, LIVE entertainment. The Wild World of Animals show is one of the premier grounds act in the entertainment industry. Its unique blend of animal diversity and environmental messages…

Biden: Infrastructure Plan Gives $1 Billion for Great Lakes Cleanup

February 17, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) – President Joe Biden’s administration says the bipartisan infrastructure law will pump $1 billion into a Great Lakes restoration program. Biden travels to Lorain, Ohio, today to highlight the measure’s benefits for the lakes. Much of that extra money will help finish the cleanup of harbors and rivers polluted with industrial wastes in the last century. Thirty-one…

Morning Update 2-17-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, February 17, 2022

February 17, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 17, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, Rusty Mehlberg, weather

Duluth’s Esmond Building Demolition Begins To Make Way For Affordable Housing, Retail

February 16, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. – The condemned Esmond Building in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood began to be demolished Wednesday to make way for a new affordable-housing development with retail space, too. In 2014, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority created a three-step plan for the site on West Superior Street that started with maintaining the building to keep current residents satisfied. Then Center…

The Family Favorite Trout Pond is Ready for this Weekend’s Sport Show at the DECC

February 16, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – Vendors and features continue to arrive at the DECC to set up for this weekend’s Sport Show and that includes one of the more popular attractions, the trout pond. This annual favorite is fun for all ages and everything you will need is provided for you at the pond. “The trout pond has been here, I think,…

The DECC is Holding Weekly Open Interview Sessions to Fill a Variety of Positions

February 16, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – The DECC is currently looking for new employees to fill a variety of positions and every week they are holding open interview sessions for the public. For those who are interested in working at the Entertainment Convention Center, it is as simple as coming in, filling out an application, and having the interview with no appointment needed….

Duluth Polar Plunge Set for Saturday

February 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 21st annual Duluth Polar Plunge is set to take place Saturday, February 19, at Park Point Recreation Area. Over 500 people are expected to take the plunge into Superior Bay starting at 2 p.m. “Everybody that has raised $75 for Special Olympics is going to have that opportunity to run out, jump into the lake, and come…

Coastal Infrastructural Resilience Project Planning Underway

February 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth and Saint Louis County are beginning the planning process for projects that would limit the erosion impact along parts of the Twin Ports region shorelines. They are using a $258,000 grant from FEMA to look at how to best handle the matter on the bayside of Park Point, and the North Shore between Brighton…

Fairhaven Farm Fundraising to Start Pizza Farm

February 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SAGINAW, Minn. – A fundraiser kicks off Friday, February 18, for what would be the first pizza farm in the Northland. Fairhaven Farm is looking to raise 33-thousand dollars to help build a new building that would house their current stone over, and allow them to cook and sell their pizza on site. “The building would be 40 feet by 56,”…

Senator Smith Introduces Bill to Increase Rural Broadband Access

February 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Senator Tina Smith is continuing her push to make high speed internet access available to everyone. She joined three other Senators in introducing a bipartisan bill this month that would focus Department of Agriculture’s ReConnect Program funds to communities in greatest need to establish broadband services. “The federal government is investing billions of dollars in expanding broadband,”…

Proposal for Legalized Sportsbetting in Minnesota Includes Mobile Betting

February 16, 2022

KQDS Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – There was a new push on Wednesday by Minnesota lawmakers to bring sports betting to Minnesota. A group of five Republican lawmakers held a news conference to push their bill which they claim would be a win for the state and a win for tribes. Senator Roger Chamberlain, who has previously proposed measures to…

Ironwood Home Deemed a ‘Total Loss’ After Early Morning Fire

February 16, 2022

Site Staff,

IRONWOOD, Mich. – The Ironwood Public Safety Department says a home is a ‘total loss’ after an early Tuesday morning fire. According to a press release, the fire was reported as a chimney fire around 3:20 a.m. Tuesday on the 900 block of East Pine Street. When first responders arrived at the scene the fire had spread to the rest…

Prosecutors Reduce Requested Sentence for Ex-cop Kim Potter

February 16, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Minnesota Department of Corrections via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota prosecutors have apparently backed away from their pursuit of a longer-than-usual sentence for the suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she killed Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist. Kim Potter is scheduled to be sentenced Friday following her December conviction of first-degree…