Midday Update 6-7-19
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 7, 2019
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Ex-Minneapolis Police Officer Gets 12 Years in Prison for Fatally Shooting Unarmed 911 Caller
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.-A Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder has been sentenced to a 12-year prison term for the fatal shooting of an unarmed woman who had called 911. A Minnesota jury convicted Mohamed Noor in April of third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the July 2017 death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond, a 40-year-old dual citizen of the U.S. and Australia….
Pancake Fundraiser to Support Solid Rock Men’s Homeless Shelter
The Pancake Fundraiser is Happening Sunday, June 9 starting at 8:00 a.m.
SUPERIOR, Wis. – On Sunday, June 9, forget getting up early and preparing breakfast. The perfect fundraising opportunity will fill your belly and help a great cause in Douglas County. Solid Rock Safe Haven in Superior is hosting a fundraising pancake breakfast from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Senior Center located at 1527 Tower Avenue. Tickets for the…
Thirsty Pagan Hosts Grand Opening Celebration Saturday
Thirsty Pagan is Hosting a Grand Opening at their New Location in Superior Saturday, June 8
SUPERIOR, Wis. – It’s a big weekend for the staff and brewers at Thirsty Pagan Brewing in Superior. The local brewers is hosting a grand opening celebration Saturday, June 8 starting at 11:00 a.m. Live music will include Woodblind starting at 1:00 p.m., followed by Similar Dogs starting at 5:00 p.m. Thirsty Pagan is now located at 1615 Winter Street in…
UPDATE: Two Missing Children Located, Suspect in Custody
Authorities Locate Two Missing Children, Suspect in Custody
UPDATE: Officials say the abducted children have been found safe. The suspect, 25-year-old Jeffrey Lo is in custody. ________________________________________________________________________ COTTAGE GROVE, Minn. – An Amber Alert is currently in effect out of Cottage Grove, Minnesota. Police say shortly after 6:30 a.m. Friday, Jeffrey Lo assaulted the mother of his two children and left the scene in the mother’s mini-van with…
Morning Update 6-7-19
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 7, 2019
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 7, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, weather
Minnesota State Legislative Session Wrap-up
The DFL says while they're excited about some of their accomplishments, there's still more work to be done.
DULUTH, Minn. – The 2019 Minnesota legislative session has wrapped up and the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party chair says that while they’re excited about some of their accomplishments, there’s still more work that needs to be done. Chairman Ken Martin said a compromise allowed the legislature to preserve the healthcare system, increase local government aid, and education funding which he says…
Pop Up Play at Leif Erikson Park
The Parks and Recreation Department supplies all the equipment including soccer, ladder golf, bags, and many other activities.
DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth kicked off its summer long Pop Up Play Thursdays at parks around the city. The Parks and Recreation Department supplies all the equipment including soccer, ladder golf, bags, and many other activities. “Being mobile means we can bring recreation to people and so if people have limited access to getting around to Leif…
Veterans Honored at Bong Center for the 75th Anniversary of D-Day
One special veteran who grew up in Germany during the war attended with his grandson.
DULUTH, Minn. – The ones who stormed the beaches of Normandy by air and by sea, which turned the tide of World War II, were honored at the Bong Center in Superior by veterans and everyday people. “That was the end basically of the Nazis and we wanted to be able to honor them and show a little bit of…
Fill-A-Truck Feed-A-Family Campaign Supports Second Harvest Food Bank
The goal is to also raise $10,000.
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Superior Transportation Association is looking to feed Northland families by filling a truck with food items and raising $10,000 for the Second Harvest Food Bank. Passing customers donated cash or purchased a bag of food worth five bucks. A one dollar donation can create about three meals for a Northland family from the Second Harvest Food…
Better Your Understanding to Protect and Advocate for Human Trafficking
Prevention strategies and supportive services were the topic of discussion Thursday
DULUTH, Minn.- A combination of awareness advocacy prevention strategies and supportive services was the topic of discussion today during a forum in Duluth looking into issues connected to human trafficking. Those in attendance received training on how they can help victims making sure they can all work together to protect survivors and advocate for change. “So our purpose is to…
The William A. Irvin’s Return Date to be Decided Soon
The DECC and Fraser Shipyards will decide on a return date for the Irvin in the coming days.
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth’s Wiilliam A. Irvin won’t be returning to its home in the Minnesota slip this Summer or anytime soon. It’s long awaited return date will be decided in the next few days. DECC officials say they’re optimistic that a contract with Fraser Shipyards, where the Irvin has stayed during its restoration, will be finalized in the coming days. The…
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar Discusses Minnesota Slip Restoration Project with City Leaders
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar visited Duluth to talk about the Minnesota Slip.
DULUTH, Minn.- Presidential hopeful and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar stopped in Duluth Thursday. She came to learn more about what’s going on with the Minnesota slip and to hear updates on the city’s restoration project involving both the slip and seawall. Parts of the slip were under construction for longer than expected, but Senator Klobuchar is confident restoring the slip and…
Gary-New Duluth Dog Park Named After Fallen K-9 Haas
Haas Memorial Dog Park is part of a big renovation at the GND Recreation Center
DULUTH, Minn. – The dog park at the Gary-New Duluth Recreation Center has been renamed in honor of fallen Duluth Police K-9, Haas. Haas was shot and killed on January 13th while responding to a domestic dispute. His partner, Officer Aaron Haller, took a bullet to the vest the same night. Now, Haas’ name will not be forgotten in Duluth….
Piedmont Elementary Spent The Day Outside On The Last Day Of School
Piedmont's elementary soccer field was filled with students and activities for them to participate in
DULUTH, Minn.- Students from across the area are celebrating as it’s the last day of school for many of them. That includes kids at Piedmont Elementary School in Duluth spent the day playing outside instead of being stuck in the classroom. The soccer field was busy with activities like dancing, tug of war, and relay races. The school says it’s…
Stoplights Coming to Busy London Road Intersection
Starting later this month, the intersection of London Road and 60th Avenue East will have stoplights
DULUTH, Minn.- Stoplights are coming to a busy Duluth intersection. They are being installed on London Road to help with construction of the Lester Park Bridge starting later this month. London Road and 60th Avenue East will be getting these temporary stoplights. The goal is to help with traffic during the $2 million dollar bridge rehabilitation project. “There’s over five…
Cloquet Area Firefighter Resigns After FOX 21’s Report on Sexual Assault Allegations
CLOQUET, Minn. – We have a follow-up to a story FOX 21’s Nikki Davidson brought you Wednesday night involving a Northland first responder who was accused but never charged in St. Louis County and Carlton County of two separate cases of sexual assault, which in one case involved a 16-year-old girl. Thursday at 6 a.m., that 29-year-old first responder with…
Enbridge Seeks Court Ruling on Great Lakes oil Pipeline Deal
Attorney General Dana Nessel Says a Recent law Violates the State Constitution
(Garret Ellison | MLive)TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) – Enbridge Inc. is asking a Michigan court to rule on the legality of an agreement it reached with former Gov. Rick Snyder to build an oil pipeline tunnel beneath the channel linking lakes Huron and Michigan. The Canadian company said Thursday that it is asking the Michigan Court of Claims to determine…
Two Minnesota Agencies Issue Alerts After Series of Overdoses
Four People Have Dies in the Last two Weeks
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Two law enforcement agencies in eastern Minnesota are warning residents after a series of overdoses they say may be linked to a potent batch of heroin mixed with other drugs. The Star Tribune reports that the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the St. Paul Police Department issued alerts Wednesday. Washington County neighbors the county home…
Midday Update 6-6-19
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, June 6, 2019
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, June 6, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather
Security Changes Coming to Target Field
Express Lanes Will Still be Available for People Without a bag
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – In an effort to ease congestion and get people through the gates in a timelier manner, the Minnesota Twins announced changes to their security procedures Thursday. Starting June 11 during the Twins’ next homestand, fans will be able to go through security at Target Field without having to emptying their pockets. Target Field’s bag policy is…
Ursa Minor Brewing Cans Crowlers For Local Shelves
COOKING CONNECTION: Two New Brews Hit Stores Thursday Morning
DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Cooking Connection we are taking you to Ursa Minor Brewing as the can their first batch of a double New England IPA (Ditch Monster). They also canned 3-pack crowlers of Constellation Cream Ale as well. These two new brews are the first of Ursa Minor’s craft beers to hit local shelves. You can find…
Research on Peregrine Falcons Continues
BY FOX 21 PHOTOJOURNALIST BRANDON GORDON DULUTH, Minn. – Some researchers in Duluth got a bird’s eye view Wednesday to learn more about falcons and their behavior. The Raptor Resource Center sent some of their researchers from Iowa to West Duluth to put leg bands on three falcon chicks that hatched last month. The researchers teamed up with Minnesota Power…
Fish for Free! It’s Take a Kid Fishing Weekend in Minnesota
Take a Kid Fishing Weekend is June 7 - 9 in Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota DNR is proud to announce the return of Take a Kid Fishing weekend Friday, June 7 – Sunday, June 9. Minnesota residents will be able to fish without licenses if they take children 15 or younger fishing. “Time spent fishing can be can be a way for adults and kids to spend time outdoors together….
Morning Update 6-6-19
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, June 6, 2019
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, June 6, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather
Trump Ending Fetal Tissue Research by Federal Scientists
Fetal Tissue is Used to Research HIV and Childhood Cancers
WASHINGTON (AP) – The Trump administration is ending medical research by government scientists using human fetal tissue. Officials said Wednesday government-funded research by universities will be allowed to continue, subject to additional scrutiny. The policy change will not affect privately funded research that used human fetal tissue. Ending the use of fetal tissue by the government is a victory for…
DECC: William A. Irvin Will Stay Closed For 2019 Season
DULUTH, Minn. – The popular William A. Irvin officially won’t be coming back for a second season in a row. And that means a no-go for the popular Haunted Ship in October. The Irvin, which brings in $200,000 a season as a floating museum, has been backed up in line for preventative maintenance work at Fraser Shipyards in Superior. The…
Cloquet Police Detective Fired; Officer’s Attorney Calls Out Council, County Attorney
CLOQUET, Minn. – A longtime Cloquet police officer of 22 years has been fired from the job for what the city calls allegations of misconduct. K9 detective Scott Holman was terminated by the city council Tuesday in a 4-2 vote. Allegations against Holman were not made available by City Administrator Aaron Reeves because he said it was a personnel matter….
Northland First Responder Accused Twice of Sexual Assault
In Both Cases Prosecutors Declined to File Charges
DULUTH, Minn- Duluth has received more than two million dollars of federal money in recent years to enhance the investigation and prosecution of sexual assault cases, but many of those cases won’t ever see a courtroom. The Sexual Assault Kit initiative Grant came after a state-wide audit revealed Duluth had nearly 600 untested sexual assault DNA kits sitting on evidence…
Community Health Fair Brings Awareness to Available Health Resources
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Some folks in the Northland may have trouble finding the right health resources they need. University of Wisconsin–Superior hosted a community health fair to bring awareness to those resources that are available in the Northland. Several organizations set up booths and talked to visitors about handle their finances and how to get the best home care services….
Lake Superior Zoo Spends Day Appreciating Members
Zoo holds Members Appreciation Day.
DULUTH, Minn.- Imagine having a zoo all to yourself for the day. Lake Superior Zoo members had that chance today for the zoo’s member appreciation day. After a pretty long and rough winter the zoo was full of sunshine and families as the zoo thanked their members for their continued support. The zoo was more alive than usual as members could…
Israel Malachi Announces Run for Duluth Mayor
CEO holds press conference at City Hall to announce run.
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Mayor Emily Larson now has an opponent for the city’s next mayoral race The CEO of Duluth company Puritan Handwired Amplifiers LLC, Israel Malachi announced he’s running for mayor on the first floor of city hall today. He is running on a platform of cleaning up the city of garbage and rats, decriminalizing smoking and vaping laws,…
Retiring Teacher Surprised at Lester Park Elementary
Anne Krafthefer was surprised with a quilt that was handmade by her students.
DULUTH, Minn. – Anne Krafthefer has taught for 37 years, and Wednesday her students gave back to their beloved fifth grade teacher who’s retiring. Krafthefer was surprised with a quilt that was handmade by her students. The surprise came at the end of the fifth grade celebration. Each year, Krafthefer helps her students make quilts for themselves to take home,…
Deer Caught Inside Grand Rapids Business
The deer was inside what will be the Boulder Tap House, in the former Ground Round space
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – An unexpected visitor walked out of the wilderness to take a sneak peek at a business that isn’t even open yet. A deer stopped in at the Boulder Tap House, which is currently under construction in the former Ground Round space on Pokegama Avenue. Police responded and eventually helped the deer out of the building. “Carl…
Minnesota Wildfire Academy Trains About 700 Firefighters
Trainees from fourteen states learn how to battle fires in extreme conditions
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – This week, hundreds of firefighters are getting hands-on training in Grand Rapids. Fire professionals have come from fourteen states to take part in the training. Seven-hundred firefighters are learning skills in fire suppression and fire training at the Wildfire Academy at Itasca Community College. “We can take it so far in the classroom through discussions but…
City Doubles Pothole Patching Crew
There will now be six patching crew groups containing around four to six people
DULUTH, Minn.- Potholes have become so much of an issue in Duluth that the city is now doubling pothole crew response. The city says this has been a record breaking year for bad potholes. Duluth will now have six total crews divided into groups. Three on the east side, and three on the west side having four to six workers…
U.S. Army and Superior Fuel Join Forces
An incentive to join the Army and have possible employment after their stay
DULUTH, Minn.- Those interested in joining the Army are receiving a big incentive to do so, from a Northland business. Superior Fuel has announced they are partnering up with the Army in the partnership for youth success programs. What this program does is guarantees soldiers will get a job interview and possible employment after their stay in the Army. Leadership…
Volunteers Lend a Hand to Help Beautify the Downtown Waterfront
This is the 17th year this event has taken place.
DULUTH, Minn. – Downtown Duluth is about to get spruced up for the summer. The greater Downtown Council and the City of Duluth teamed up with several volunteers at Wheeler Field to fill planters with flowers for the downtown waterfront. Volunteers filled more than 100 street planters with flowers that will be placed along the sidewalks to help beautify the…
Services to be Held for Domestic Violence Victim
Services Will be Held at St. Philips Catohlic Church in Bemidji on June 10
DULUTH, Minn. – Services for Nicole Ann Jazdzewski, 41, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 10 at St. Philips Catholic Church in Bemidji. According to her obituary, visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Friends and family remember Nikki as a caring and loving mother and friend. “She always tried to put people first and…
North Shore Scenic Railroad Brings Back Dinner Trains for Summer Season
Dinner Trains are Offered Fridays and Saturdays in the Summer
DULUTH, Minn. – The North Shore Scenic Railroad is rolling down the tracks once again for a summer full of memories up the North Shore. The Railroad offers a variety of dinner trains throughout the summer, including the Pizza Train, Whiskey Tasting Dinner in the Diner, and the Summer BBQ Train. Ken Buehler, Executive Director of the North Shore Scenic…
No Deal on Roads, Some Senators Propose Portion of a Plan
Some Republicans Propose Tapping $133 Million in Budget Reserves
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – With no deal on how to fund Wisconsin’s transportation needs in sight, some Republican senators are proposing tapping $133 million in budget reserves to pay for repairs to county and town roads. But the senators who announced the plan Wednesday say they have no agreement with Assembly Republicans on the deal. That means it may not…
Midday Update 6-5-19
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, June 5, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather
Bail set for Duluth man Charged in Fatally Stabbing Wife
DULUTH, Minn. – Bail has been set at $750,000 for Ryan Jazdzewski, 40, who was charged on Tuesday with second-degree murder after admitting to fatally stabbing his wife in their home on Sunday. According to the criminal complaint, the stabbing happened Sunday evening in the Chester Park Neighborhood after Jazdzewski’s wife, Nicole, asked him for a divorce. Duluth Police were…
Minnesota Medical Marijuana Providers Hopeful Despite Losses
Only Patients With one of 13 Severe Conditions can use the Drugs
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s two medical marijuana providers lost a combined $2.4 million in 2018, continuing the losses that have marked the state’s program since it began. But top executives of both companies tell the St. Paul Pioneer Press they see reason for optimism. They point to changes approved in the recent legislative session that will make it…
Wisconsin Legislature to Send Abortion Bills to Governor
Evers has Promised a Veto
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin’s Republican-controlled Legislature is poised to send four anti-abortion bills to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, who has vowed to veto the measures. One so-called born alive bill touted by President Donald Trump would require doctors to care for babies that survive an abortion or face felony charges and up to life in prison. The Assembly passed…
Morning Update 6-5-19
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, June 5, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather
Animal Answers: Dirty Feeders are Killing Hummingbirds
Wildlife Officials Recommend Cleaning Hummingbird Feeders Once Every Three Days
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s official! Hummingbirds are back in the Northland making their seasonal homes and searching for the best feeding spots possible. This often ends up being a feeder near your home, which is why local wildlife experts are urging caution before you take on the responsibility of feeding the tiny creatures this summer. The staff and volunteers at…
Girl Finds Handgun in her Backpack at St. Paul School
Police Secured the gun
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Police in St. Paul are investigating how a loaded handgun ended up in the backpack of an elementary school student. Sgt. Mike Ernster says the 8-year-old girl put her backpack on the floor at John A. Johnson Achievement Plus Elementary School Monday and heard a thud. Ernster says she opened the backpack and found the…
Landline Twin Cities Bus Service Takes Flight
Non-stop low cost service from DLH to MSP.
DULUTH, Minn.- Driving to the Twin Cities from Duluth can be tiring, especially if you’re trying to catch an early flight. That’s why the two entrepreneurs who started the bus service Landline said they chose Minnesota–to launch a low-cost transportation option to save people money, and bring more people in and out of Duluth International Airport. An open house was…
National Weather Service Prepares for Storm Season
Extra staff on hand to help NWS keep Northland ahead of severe weather.
DULUTH, Minn.- The National Weather Service has extra staff on duty to monitor severe weather like the storms we had earlier Tuesday. Forecasters say it’s imperative to warn those on land and water of incoming bad weather to potentially save lives. “Our critical mission here at the National Weather Service is the protection of life and property,” said Science and…
