Fox 21’s Andrew Kirov takes a ride on the skyscraper ride at the Minnesota State Fair- a view overlooking the Twin Cities moving 70 mph. Categories: Active Adventures, News, News – Latest News
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(courtesy: USDA Forest Service) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A rare bee not seen in Wisconsin in more than a century has turned up in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. U.S. Forest Service scientists found the bee in July while surveying pollinators as part of an inventory of native bees in the Great Lakes region. It’s known commonly as a cuckoo bee,…
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – The ever-present danger of rip currents in Lake Superior has some people in Duluth calling for more to be done to improve public safety. Retired police officer Dennis Hoelscher tells Minnesota Public Radio News that lifeguard services need to be improved. Lifeguards don’t work on “red flag” days that have high risk of rip currents. Hoelscher…
DULUTH, Minn. – Alcohol is believed to be a factor in a crash involving a vehicle and a train with the North Shore Scenic Railroad. It happened around 7 p.m. on McQuade Road just outside of Duluth in Lakewood Township. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the driver, Kurt Vanhala, 67, of Duluth failed to yield to all warning…
HERMANTOWN, Minn – Arrowhead Auto Body in Hermantown is giving back to those in need through the Recycled Rides Program by the National Auto Body Council. Today, they handed over the keys to a newly refurbished 2013 Ford Escape to a deserving veteran. Arrowhead partnered with the Disabled American Veterans to find a recipient. Countless hours and nearly 10 thousand…
DULUTH, Minn. – Veterans and their families are getting in free to Tributefest this weekend at Bayfront Festival Park. The three-day festival raises money for the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans in Duluth. Thursday’s lineup featured country with the rest of the weekend featuring rock and roll tribute bands. “If people know me they know I’m happy to give and…
DULUTH, Minn. – 1,800 backpacks and supplies were handed out by CHUM in Duluth at three different locations on Thursday for students who might not be able to otherwise afford supplies. Notebooks, folders, and pencils usually top school supply lists for kindergarten through twelfth grade students. Sometimes family situations make it difficult for all families to afford the necessary items…
DULUTH, Minn.- The stairs over at Gichi-Ode-Akiing park in downtown Duluth are getting a makeover as part of a community collaboration. People of all ages, and races packed the stairway at Gichi-Ode’Akiing Park formally Lake Place Park Thursday afternoon to paint murals of fish and other animals to honor the Anishinaabe presence and their leader Chief Buffalo. Organizers say it’s…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The second and final open house meeting was Thursday afternoon for the public to pitch their input on the long range transportation plan. Sustainable Choices 2045, the newly released draft plan by the Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Council serves as a blueprint for these investments that will happen over the next 25 years, which is why the public input…
DULUTH, Minn.-The ninth annual Far West Days kicks off tomorrow in Duluth. Multiple events will be held through Sunday in Gary New Duluth including music, crafters, food vendors, and a car show. Organizers from the event say it serves as a reunion for the entire area. “Where we live is a very important thing. The community – the people that…
DULUTH, Minn. – A series of military tribute paintings created by a Minnesota artist are now complete. The St. Louis County Historical Society unveiled the last of the five paintings honoring the men and women of each branch of the military. This final 8 by 10 foot painting depicts the stories of those who dedicated their lives to the Airforce,…
Duluth police were also on campus working with the UMD police department to help ensure everyone’s safety. In the past, some rowdy behavior have interrupted previous move–in days at the college. Young adults have been known to sit drinking alcohol on lawns of homes in the neighborhood. But this year, the Duluth Police Department gave out warning letters to about…
DULUTH, Minn.- Move in day is an exciting time as the parents are dropping their kids off and these new Bulldogs start their journey on campus On this busy day cars lined up outside Lake Superior and Griggs residence Halls. Each car filled to the top, has the essentials every newbie could ever need to get through the school year….
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. – The Minnesota State Fair kicked off on Thursday. Last year, more than two million people came to the state fair. “Everything’s fresh and new and exciting so yeah, we’ll give it a shot,” said Amy Provost, who attended the fair on its opening day. More than 100,000 people are expected to fill the fairgrounds every day…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man has been charged after a shooting incident in Lincoln Park that sent bullets into two separate homes early Tuesday morning. 20-year-old Jericho Alexander was formally charged with second-degree assault and drive-by shooting on Thursday. According to the criminal complaint, Alexander stole $100 from a man during a drug deal in the area of 23rd…
LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) – Authorities are searching for a man in what they are calling the suspicious deaths of two people in Todd County. Sheriff Todd Och says his office received a call about 4:30 p.m. Wednesday from someone reporting a death at a residence in rural Long Prairie, about two hours northwest of Minneapolis. Deputies found two deceased…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Eight people were injured when two tour buses collided near the Minnesota State Fairgrounds just as the event was getting under way. Minnesota State Patrol Lt. Gordon Shank said one of the buses was heading to the State Fair with 43 passengers and a driver. The other bus was empty, aside from the driver. Both drivers were…
Join FOX 21’s Viktoria Capek and Meteorologist Joey Norton for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 22, 2019. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update
DULUTH, Minn. – CHUM, along with the City of Duluth, is holding a backpack drive today from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. According to a city official, the backpack drive ended up with 1,800 backpacks this year which is 400 more than last year’s drive. There are three locations you can visit for a backpack filled with school supplies: Central…
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) – An Eau Claire man is charged with threatening to shoot up his workplace. A criminal complaint filed in Eau Claire County Circuit Court says 31-year-old Kevin Pinkham told a co-worker at Menards Distribution Center on August 15 that he planned to “shoot up the place.” The complaint says Pinkham admitted to texting his girlfriend that…
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Join FOX 21’s Viktoria Capek and Meteorologist Joey Norton for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 22, 2019. Categories: News, News – Latest News
Courtney Roznowski GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) – A staff member at a Green Bay high school is accused of sexually assaulting a male student. Thirty-one-year-old Courtney Roznowski, a paraprofessional at Southwest High School, appeared in court Wednesday on sexual assault charges. A police report says Roznowski and the 16-year-old boy denied having a sexual relationship when confronted earlier this week….
DULUTH, Minn. — One day after Essentia Health and St. Luke’s nurses hit the streets of Duluth for an informational picket over failed contract negotiations that call for “safe” staffing levels, Essentia announced a tentative agreement late Wednesday with the Minnesota Nurses Association. Below is the statement from Essentia: Essentia Health and the Minnesota Nurses Association have reached a tentative…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Gitchi’Ode Akiing park was packed for a feast and a blessing before works start Thursday on a series of murals honoring Anishinaabe leader, Chief Buffalo. The murals will pay homage to how Chief Buffalo paved the way for indigenous people to settle in this part of Minnesota. “This is really significant to show both the contemporary side…
DULUTH, Minn. – Moving into freshman year and living away from home for the first time can be stressful for parents and students, but UMD is prepared to deal with the growing pains and help make the transition smooth. “One of the most important things for parents to know is we are here for them we’re here for their students…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota DNR hosted a tour of the Grassy Point and Kingsbury Bay restoration project taking place between the Bong Bridge and Lake Superior Zoo. The project aims to remove sediment from Kingsbury Bay and 120 years of historic sawmill wood waste from Grassy Point. The restoration is expected to be done in December of 2020. “We’re gonna,…
DULUTH, Minn.- The largest veteran career fair in the Twin Ports was held today, where talented individuals get their opportunity at a job now that they are back home. All the qualifications that a member of the military learns is exactly what employers where looking for today. Leadership, teamwork, and integrity are just some of the things construction, healthcare and…
DULUTH, Minn.- At the high school level, students at Duluth East are getting a jump start before classes. Tuesday, students could pick up their schedules, get their lockers all set up, take their school ID photo, and sign up for extra curricular activities. But, for many, it was a time to see friends they haven’t seen all summer. “There’s a…
DULUTH, Minn.- The calm before the storm as UW-Superior is just a week away before campus is filled with students again. 50 fall athletes moved in last week, and then about a 100 more students will be moving in next Tuesday before the rest moves in September 1st in preparation for the school year. In preparation for the school year,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The All of Us Journey Bus, which is a traveling research exhibit, made its first stop in the Twin Ports at the Superior YMCA. This is part of a national tour to help bring awareness to their research program. The all of us research program is not like a typical clinical trial research study. It is an…
DULUTH, Minn. – Doctor’s offices in the Northland are also keeping busy as more parents are lining up appointments to get their kids vaccinated before the school year begins. The type of vaccinations needed varies by age, but most vaccinations are given before a child enters kindergarten. Some of the most common vaccines are measles and tetanus, but if you…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior School District is tackling an issue known as “period poverty.” It is a topic that impacts women and girls who may not have access to feminine products. Studies have shown one in five girls will miss school because they cannot afford feminine products. This school year students at Superior Middle and High School will now have…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-One person was injured after their float plane made an emergency landing after take off near Grand Rapids – Itasca County Airport earlier today. It all happened at about 1 p.m., according to Grand Rapids Fire Chief Travis Cole. He said a 68-year-old Grand Rapids man in the plane suffered lower back injuries and was taken to the…
ELY, Minn.-A project labor agreement has been signed between Twin Metals mining company and the Iron Range Buildings and Construction Trades Council for building a proposed copper-nickel mine near Ely. “The agreement marks a formal commitment from Twin Metals to hire union workers for the construction phase of the planned underground mine once permits are granted,” Twin Metals said in…
Join FOX 21’s Andrew Kirov and Meteorologist Joey Norton for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 21, 2019. Categories: News, News – Latest News
UPDATE: (St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office press release) The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is still in search of information regarding the whereabouts of Priscilla Sohm. Over the past month Priscilla has been in contact with her family. Unfortunately, she is unwilling to come home or ask for assistance. Priscilla is diagnosed with mental health issues that designate her as…
SAWYER COUNTY, Wis.-A 46-year-old Radisson, Wis. man has been sentenced to 28 years in prison and 12 years extended supervision, after threatening a Sawyer County judge and prosecutor. Last Wednesday, Jerry True, was given the maximum sentence allowed by law for threats to injure a judge, threats to injure a judge’s family, and threats to injure a prosecutor. According to…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-The Superior Fire Department is reporting a contractor fell about 20 feet into a tank this morning at Husky Energy in Superior. It happened just after 8 a.m. When the ambulance and fire department arrived, the contractor had already exited the tank. He was transported by ambulance to Essentia in Duluth for evaluation. Husky released the following statement in…
Join FOX 21’s Andrew Kirov and Meteorologist Joey Norton for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Categories: News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. – Zeitgeist is hosting ‘Cocktails & Conversation’ on August 26th, at 7:00 pm in the Zeitgeist Teatro performance theater. This is the second of four Cocktails and Conversation events that Zeitgeist will be hosting throughout 2019 as part of their programming series Year of the Womxn. The topic of the night will be “Womxn in Music”. KUMD’s Christine…
ST. PAUL, Minn.-The Minnesota State Supreme Court declined Tuesday to hear a petition from environmental groups, in connection to a lower court decision regarding the environmental review for the NorthMet copper-nickel-precious metals project near Babbitt. According to a press release from PolyMet, two environmental groups had petitioned the court for review of a unanimous May 28 Court of Appeals decision…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating after three fires were started in Leif Erikson Park Tuesday evening. The call for help came in around 8 p.m. Two of the fires were put out by firefighters. The other went out on its own. The fires were near the amphitheater, according to a city spokesperson. If you know…
DULUTH, Minn. – A 20-year-old man is behind bars after a shooting in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood left two random homes with bullet holes. Stray bullet that ended up in a random home after a shooting incident in Lincoln Park Tuesday. The impact of a stray bullet that entered a woman’s home in Lincoln Park during a shooting incident outside. The…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Kids at Superior Public Library got a chance to build and fly their own rockets on Tuesday. Kids built rockets out of paper and straw that they launched by blowing into the straw. It was the final activity of the “Universe of Stories” summer reading program, which had over 200 kids participating. But according to Library staff, what’s…
DULUTH, Minn.- For 10 weeks every summer, area teens learn how to handle and care for animals alongside Lake Superior Zookeepers, and teach visitors about wildlife and conservation. On Tuesday the Zoo Crew showed off all they do at the Zoo, along with what they’ve learned this summer. For some Zoo Crew members who want to become veterinarians, the program…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City Council has voted unanimously to enact a city-wide ban on Conversion Therapy for anyone under 18. “I want people of all genders and sexualities to believe that they have a place in Superior.” These proclamations echoed throughout the packed city council meeting Tuesday as dozens of members of the community came to speak, seemingly all…
DULUTH, Minn. – Nurses picketed outside Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center and St. Luke’s Hospital in Downtown Duluth. This as negotiations continue between the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) and the two major area hospitals. The nurses picketed to build public awareness for their cause and encourage the hospitals to provide what they call “safe” staffing levels. “By being out here…
DULUTH, Minn.- With school beginning in less than a week, students at Lake Superior College will have an easier time finding their classes this year. New signs are being put up around campus for the first time in more than a decade. All signs make navigation easier around campus, and room numbers are changing too. Campus officials say making it…
