DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say an officer was involved in a weather related crash Wednesday afternoon while writing a crash report on another weather related accident on Highway 61. The officer was in his squad car writing a report on a crash near Superior Street on Highway 61 when an oncoming SUV pulling a trailer lost control of their…
photo courtesy: Northland FireWireMOUNTAIN IRON, Minn. – The Lake Country Power building was evacuated Thursday morning due to reports of a possible fire. The Mountain Iron, Virginia, Pike-Sandy-Britt, and Fayal Township fire departments were dispatched to the building located on Park Ridge Drive in Mountain Iron where it was reported there was smoke in an electronics room. After an extensive…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Mark Dayton is back home in St. Paul after an unexpectedly long hospitalization following back surgeries. Dayton returned to the governor’s residence Wednesday. In a statement, the 71-year-old said he was looking forward to celebrating Thanksgiving with family. Dayton said he would continue therapy at the residence. He said earlier that he suffered some lung…
MILWAUKEE – Wisconsin investigators looking for a 13-year-old girl missing since her parents’ slayings remain haunted by her disappearance more than a month after the search for her began. Detectives have pursued more than 2,300 tips, watched dozens of surveillance videos and spent countless hours searching for Jayme Closs, but their efforts haven’t yielded any suspects. Investigators believe Jayme was…
DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Duluth Police Department officers were dispatched to the 100 Block of 56th Avenue West for a medical emergency on Saturday. When officers arrived on scene they located a 2-year-old male not breathing. Officers immediately began life saving efforts on the child, but their efforts failed to revive the boy. He was pronounced dead at…
MINNEAPOLIS – Few activities are as Minnesotan as ice fishing, and some anglers are already venturing out onto the ice. If that sounds dangerous, it is, especially with a Thanksgiving warmup in the forecast. Authorities already have had to rescue some anglers. And conversation officers are still urging “extreme caution” on many lakes. The Department of Natural Resources likes to…
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RICE LAKE, Wis. – Authorities in western Wisconsin say the driver of a car has died after crashing into a school bus carrying the Amery girls’ basketball team. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald says the crash happened around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday on Highway 48 just west of Rice Lake. An initial investigation finds a car driven by 55-year-old Joy Tew…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for the annual Gobble Gallup Races in downtown Duluth. The first of three races starts at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. All of the races will start and finish on London Road, near 12th Avenue East. The longest race runs west on London Road to Superior Street, west to…
AURORA, Minn. – The Amsoil Championship Snocross season fires up this weekend in Duluth and many racers have already descended on one small Minnesota town to practice. Over 50 teams arrived beginning November 10th to the Scheuring Speed Sports Snocross training facility in Aurora. “So far it’s been good. The weather has been cold so the snow has been staying…
MADISON, Wis.- A legislator is ripping the state Department of Natural Resources for allegedly forcing firefighters to rescue a deer stranded on a frozen lake. Republican Rep. Adam Jarchow tweeted Tuesday that a DNR warden “harassed” firefighters into rescuing a deer that had wandered out onto Balsam Lake. He said he would fire the warden for “being complicit in putting…
ST. PAUL – The holidays are filled with joy, happiness and time together with family and friends. Too often the joy turns to sorrow when a family is notified of a loved one’s tragic death on Minnesota roads due to someone driving impaired. To help keep families together this holiday season, more than 300 law enforcement agencies across Minnesota are…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – We’re just one day away from Thanksgiving — turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie and more. Chances are many of us will eat a little too much on turkey day, but what about our pets? Local veterinarians from Superior Animal Hospital want to make sure your animal stays safe this holiday season, avoiding a tragic trip to the emergency…
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STILLWATER, Minn. – A man is dead after a confrontation with police in Stillwater. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says officers from Stillwater, Bayport and Oak Park Heights responded to a call about 1 a.m. Wednesday involving a suicidal man armed with a knife. Authorities say one officer fired a gun and another officer discharged a stun gun. They did…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Mayor Jim Paine announced on Wednesday he plans to seek re-election in 2019. Paine posted the announcement on his Facebook page stating: “I am excited to finally announce that I will be running for re-election as your Mayor. We have done incredible things together in this first term. From development to transportation to housing, this city…
DULUTH, Minn – For years Duluth has carried a bad reputation when it comes to investigations into sexual assaults. Back in 2015 a Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension audit showed the city had nearly 600 kits, the highest number of sexual assault evidence kits in the state, sitting on the police department shelves that were never sent into the crime…
DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday night the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland held its annual Feast of Thanks, for dozens of families who otherwise might not get to enjoy a traditional hot thanksgiving meal. Around 200 people packed the Holy Family Catholic Church in Duluth for Turkey, Ham, Stuffing, and all the fixings. The free event is designed to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth joined the nation in honoring lives lost in the transgender community. A crowd gathered downtown at the Minnesota Power Plaza on Tuesday night, as part of the 19th Annual International Transgender Day of Remembrance. They shared poems, words of encouragement, and raised awareness about violence that transgender and non-gender conforming people can face. “The connection that we…
DULUTH, Minn.- Guilty. That’s the verdict for a man involved in the trial for the murder of 22-year-old UMD student William Grahek. 20-year-old Noah King will be sentenced for charges related to that crime, by the judge’s decision. The judge says King is guilty of aiding and abetting first degree intentional murder while trying to commit a burglary, and also…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A tour guide from Fairlawn has worked her way up to a new role. Superior Public Museums has promoted one of their own — Megan Meyer — as the new executive director. Under her new role she will maintain the finances and maintenance of multiple historic sites including the Fairlawn Mansion, S.S. Meteor, and the old Police…
DULUTH,Minn.- Thanksgiving is in a couple of days and many still have items on their shopping lists, but for some it may not be as easy to go out to the store and grab those items. A local non–profit is working with the elderly and disabled to help with their shopping needs. Age Well Arrowhead is partnering with…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a few months since Essentia Health unveiled plans to invest $800 million in a project called “Vision Northland.” The project will add about 815,000 square feet of space in downtown Duluth. Now, St. Luke’s is announcing a $300 million plan of its own. The hospital has major plans to better serve the community of Duluth,…
MADISON, Wis. – Incoming Democratic Gov. Tony Evers will need to find about $1.1 billion to give state agencies all they requested to pay for schools, prisons, Medicaid and other government operations over the next two years. That’s according to a new report from Republican Gov. Scott Walker’s administration. The report released Tuesday analyzes state agency budget requests and revises…
photo courtesy: Northland FireWireBIWABIK, Minn. – A trailer house in Biwabik was extensively damaged in a Tuesday afternoon fire. Firefighters from over half a dozen Iron Range fire departments responded to the fire in the 400 block of West Railroad Drive North around 12:50 p.m. There were no injuries reported in in the fire. The cause of the fire remains…
DETROIT – A federal judge in Detroit says regulating female genital mutilation is up to states and that Congress had no authority to pass the 1996 law banning it. U.S. District Judge Bernard Friedman dismissed mutilation and conspiracy charges Tuesday against two doctors and others involved in the procedure on nine girls at a suburban Detroit clinic. Jumana Nagarwala says…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The three Superior police officers involved in the shooting of 19-year-old theft suspect, Joshua Farmer, have returned to work, according to Police Chief Nicholas Alexander. The Wisconsin Department of Justice provided a copy of its investigation to the Superior Police Department and Douglas County Attorney’s Office on Thursday. “I have reviewed the report from the DOJ and…
photo courtesy: University Wisconsin-SuperiorSUPERIOR, Wis. – According to University of Wisconsin-Superior officials, Head Softball and Women’s Golf Coach Roger Plachta has been removed from his position effective immediately. The reason for his removal was cited as “a pattern of misconduct and unprofessional behavior.” Pending further review Plachta has been placed in his administrative back-up position. University officials released the following…
NEW YORK – U.S. health officials are telling people to avoid eating romaine lettuce because of an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 32 people in 11 states. The Food and Drug Administration says it’s working with officials in Canada, where people are also being warned to stay away from romaine lettuce. The strain identified is different than the one…
CANOSIA TOWNSHIP – An early morning fire substantially damaged a home in Canosia Township according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies along with Canosia, Hermantown, and Grand Lake fire departments were dispatched to the home located at 5484 Dunaiski Road. A male occupant was sleeping in the home when the fire broke out and was woken up his…
MADISON, Wis. – Outgoing Gov. Scott Walker is giving outgoing Attorney General Brad Schimel a job as a judge. Walker announced Tuesday that he appointed Schimel as a Waukesha County circuit judge. Walker said Schimel has shown a commitment to the rule of law and will faithfully serve the state as a judge. Schimel is a former Waukesha County district…
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SAWYER COUNTY – A former Wisconsin priest currently residing in Minneapolis was taken into custody Friday on charges of sexual assault of a child in Sawyer County. The Sawyer County District Attorney’s Office charged 71-year-old Thomas E. Ericksen, formerly of Winter, Wisconsin with first degree sexual assault of a child, second degree sexual assault-against child and second degree sexual assault…
DULUTH, Minn. – “You definitely taste the difference,” said Ali Wade, Brand Manager at the Duluth Whole Foods Co-op. Wade stopped by FOX 21 Local News Tuesday morning to offer some fresh, locally sourced items for your Thanksgiving table this year. She says both Whole Foods locations have been busy with shoppers rushing in to finalize their turkey day meals….
DULUTH, Minn. – A St. Louis County Judge has found Noah King, 21, guilty of aiding and abetting first degree intentional murder while trying to commit a burglary and guilty of aiding and abetting second degree murder intentional without premeditation. The verdict was announced on Tuesday morning by Judge Mark Munger five days after hearing closing arguments and aiding and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Do you have old treasures lying around that might be worth a few dollars? The St. Louis County Historical Society is partnering with Northland Estate Services to host a free, community antique appraisal event on Wednesday, November 21. The event is happening from noon until three in the Great Hall of the Duluth Depot. You’re asked to…
MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton says he expects to be home before Thanksgiving after complications from back surgery required more than a month of hospitalization. The 71-year-old Democrat tells Minnesota Public Radio News that his two back surgeries at Mayo Clinic were successful and he feels much better thanks to physical therapy. Dayton said last week that post-surgery complications…
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DULTUTH, Minn.- Paris has Sephora, New York has Maybelline, and now Duluth has Mix Cosmetiques. The newest cosmetic store to hit the Northland offers custom, handmade makeup, soaps and lotion. Walking in, you’re hit with the sweet smells and vibrant colors of all the different cosmetics. You might even find the owner practicing her chemistry, mixing and testing different solutions to…
DULUTH, Minn.-Black Friday is bringing a taste of Japan to Downtown Duluth, with the opening of Wasabi. The Japanese restaurant, which already has a location in Superior, will open Friday at 2 pm in the old City Hall building on East Superior Street. The owners are hoping to bring different Japanese cuisine to Duluth. They offer all the Sushi you…
DULUTH, Minn.- As the extreme cold starts setting in, finding a warm, safe place to sleep becomes a serious, and even deadly challenge for Duluth’s homeless community. According to CHUM, more warm shelter options are needed in the city of Duluth, especially during a deep freeze. Last winter, 42 nights dropped below zero. In those conditions, it can take only…
DULUTH, Minn.-Many voters lined up to cast ballots for the 2018 elections. Some may have questioned how accurate the voting machines are during the election process. St. Louis County conducted a post-election review to check the ballots from the general election. Every general election six precincts are randomly selected for a hand recount by the County Canvassing Board. This verification…
DULUTH, Minn.- Thanksgiving is right around the corner and many are already setting up for their own feasts. Several volunteers are helping to prepare for one of Duluth’s favorite community traditions. The 29th annual Twin Ports Thanksgiving Buffet will take place on Thanksgiving Day from 11 am – 3 pm at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). Each…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the time of year when it’s common to see snow falling on area roads. That means it’s the busy season for snow plow drivers. Minnesota’s Department of Transportation (MNDot) has eighty four trucks that plow areas all around the state. They keep drivers on twenty four hour coverage to prepare for all types of weather conditions….
CHICAGO – Police say the suspected gunman is dead and four people are in critical condition following a shooting at a Chicago hospital. Chicago police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi says a police officer and at least one hospital employee are among those hospitalized in critical condition following the Monday afternoon shooting at Mercy Hospital. Guglielmi says the gunman was killed, but…
AITKIN COUNTY, Minn. – Authorities say 56-year-old Gregory J. Nase of Columbus, MN died following a gunshot wound while deer hunting on Saturday. Reports state the man was hunting with a group on family-owned land in Milward Township when a shot, or shots, were made at a moving deer accidentally striking the man. A 911 call was made to the…
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public of recent reports that dogs may have been poisoned in the City of Rice Lake. Multiple pet owners have reported their dogs getting sick for no clear reason and at least two owners have found their dogs deceased. Authorities are asking residents to be on alert for…
?????????????????????????????????????????DENVER – Prosecutors say a Colorado man strangled his pregnant wife and smothered their two young daughters. Christopher Watts received three consecutive life sentences without a chance at parole on Monday, nearly two weeks after pleading guilty to avoid the death penalty. Weld County District Attorney Michael Rourke’s comments on how Watts killed his family are the first time authorities…
WINONA, Minn. – The Diocese of Winona-Rochester plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following allegations of child sexual abuse against former priests. The southern Minnesota diocese distributed a letter from Bishop John Quinn to parishioners over the weekend. A public announcement is planned Tuesday. A spokesman for the diocese told the Winona Daily News that Quinn believes “this…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Staff members and volunteers from the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center have decided to host a free, small Thanksgiving meal for residents in the Twin Ports to enjoy. The Center is emphasizing that this year’s inaugural meal will remain small (up to 40 people). However, it’s a tradition they hope to keep going for years to come….
