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Local Political Expert Reacts to Midterm Elections

Dr. Alisa Von Hagel is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at UWS

November 7, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – There were some surprises and significant changes in the 2018 midterm elections. UWS Assistant Professor of Political Science, Alisa Von Hagel tells us the results showed some democratic momentum but it was not as wide spread as some thought. Von Hagel believes one very significant local election was the Wisconsin gubernatorial race where Democrat Tony Evers beat…

Duluth Voters Approve Property Tax Increase for School District

Another referendum failed that propsed an additional increase for improved technology

November 7, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – More teachers and smaller class sizes are coming to the Duluth School District after voters approved two referendums last night. A third referendum to update technology in schools was voted down. The first referendum passed last night maintained the Duluth School District’s operating levy. The second referendum will raise property taxes by about $9 per month on…

Evening Update: 11-7-2018

A look at the latest local news and weather forecast

November 7, 2018

Matt Suoja,

Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: duluth, News

Students See Dentists at Denfeld for Free

Students at Denfeld Community School have the opportunity to get free dental work.

November 7, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Community School collaborative at Denfeld Highs School is working on the brains, hearts and teeth of their student body. Denfeld has partnered with Operation Grace MN since 2017 providing free dental work for students who may not have easy access to it. For three days volunteers and dental hygienists parked their traveling office helping upwards of…

Dress Your Car for Winter Before it’s Too Late

Icy roads mean Winter tires are best for keeping drivers safe in the Northland.

November 7, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday brought more than just election results to the Northland. Those who were out may have experienced the icy roads that came with a bit of snowfall. Snow season means lots of work for mechanics putting on winter tires to help keep drivers in the Twin Ports safe. Discount Tires in Duluth says this is their busiest time of…

Math Conference Encourages Youth

Northland girls in grades nine through 12 got some encouragement today to pursue a career in math.

November 7, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Northland girls in grades nine through 12 got some encouragement today to pursue a career in math. St. Scholastica hosted a conference today showing young women what math has to offer them. Organizers said there’s a dire need for more women to be involved in subjects like math, and they hope today’s event will encourage them to pursue a…

Entrepreneurship Conference Held at UMD

UMD hosted it fourth annual Entrepreneurship Conference earlier today.

November 7, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-UMD hosted it fourth annual Entrepreneurship Conference earlier today. The forum’s goal is to give students a real world perspective about what it’s like to own a business as they met with numerous local entrepreneurs. “I truly believe it’s important for students to get a real world perspective. We really like to invite people in from the community,” said Allie…

Fraser Shipyards Inc. Settles Lawsuits With Workers

The Settlement Totals $7.5 Million

November 7, 2018

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Fraser Shipyards Inc. has reached a settlement with more than 60 workers who were exposed to high levels of lead during a project involving a Great Lakes freighter. The settlement of $7.5 million resolved all outstanding claims and lawsuits with the workers who were exposed to the lead during a 2016 engine repowering project for the Herbert…

Funerals Scheduled for Girl Scouts, Mother Struck and Killed

The Four Were Killed While They Picked up Trash

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Jeff Wheeler/Star Tribune via AP)LAKE HALLIE, Wis. – Funeral arrangements are set for three Girl Scouts and a mother who were killed in a hit-and-run in rural northwestern Wisconsin. A funeral service for 32-year-old Sara Schneider and her 10-year-old daughter, Haylee Hickle, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Chippewa Valley Bible Church in Chippewa Falls. Nine-year-old Jayna…

Walker Concedes Defeat to Democrat Evers

Evers is Slated to be Sworn Into Office January 7

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Scott Walker has conceded defeat to Democrat Tony Evers. Walker says he called Evers on Wednesday to concede defeat. The two-term Republican incumbent had held off conceding because the race was so close, but his campaign decided Wednesday there were not enough votes in play to change the outcome. Based on unofficial results, Evers won by…

Attorney General Jeff Sessions Resigns

Attorney General Jeff Sessions resigned Wednesday as the country’s chief law enforcement officer after enduring more than a year of blistering and personal attacks over his recusal from the Russia investigation.

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Jeff Sessions resigned Wednesday as the country’s chief law enforcement officer after enduring more than a year of blistering and personal attacks over his recusal from the Russia investigation. Sessions announced his resignation in a letter to President Donald Trump. He said the resignation came at “your request.” Trump announced in a separate tweet that he was…

Radinovich Loses Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District

Former State Representative Joe Radinovich loses in the race against Pete Stauber and Ray "Skip" Sandman.

November 7, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

BAXTER, Minn. – DFL candidate Joe Radinovich and supporters held their heads high despite losing the race for 8th congressional district in Minnesota. “We set about on this campaign 9 months ago we had a message and that message was that it’s working people that matter most in the face of the changes we’re seeing in this country,” Radinovich said…

Midday Update 11-7-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 7, 2018

November 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Election, Headlines, Local, midday update, News, Results, school, weather

Enjoy Skis, Suds and Slices Thursday at Clyde Iron Works

The Chester Bowl Improvement Club is Hosting the 11th Annual Skis, Suds and Slices Fundraising Event Thursday, November 8

November 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Chester Bowl Improvement Club raised $13,629 to support their scholarship fund last year during the annual Skis, Suds and Slices event and they’re looking to surpass that amount this year. The 11th Annual Skis, Suds and Slices fundraiser is happening Thursday, November 8 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Clyde Iron Works in Duluth (2920 West…

Joe Radinovich Concedes to Pete Stauber

November 7, 2018

Site Staff,

BAXTER, MINN. – Radinovich campaign manager Jordan Hagert released the following statement: “Joe Radinovich fought incredible odds against over $7 million in outside negative and false attacks, and this election result makes clear the damage that outside money from billionaires is having on our democracy. Billionaires just bought Pete Stauber a seat in Congress. Now we will finally get to…

Minnesota Voter Turnout Nears 64 Percent

Nearly 2.6 Million Minnesotans Voted in-Person

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota voter turnout was the highest it’s been for a midterm election since 2002. According to preliminary estimates from the Secretary of State’s Office, nearly 2.6 million Minnesotans voted in-person on Tuesday or by absentee ballot. That’s about 63.8 percent of eligible voters in the state. Midterm election turnout hasn’t been that high since 2002, when turnout was…

Pet Protection Tips For Winter Hazard Awareness Week

Dr. Matthew Severs with Superior Animal Hospital Offers Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe in Colder Months

November 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – November 5 – 9 is officially Winter Hazard Awareness Week which means for humans, it’s time to think twice and make sure you’re prepared for the worst winter weather to hit the Northland. But local veterinarians also want to make sure you’re preparing your pets for hazardous conditions. According to PETA, there were at least 40 cold…

Democrat Tony Evers Elected Wisconsin Governor

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Democrat Tony Evers ousted Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in the state’s closest governor’s race in more than half a century. A Republican and one-time presidential candidate, Walker was denied a third term in a long-sought Democratic victory in Wisconsin. Democrat Tony Evers’ running mate Mandela Barnes will become the first African American lieutenant governor in Wisconsin history. The…

Morning Update 11-7-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 7, 2018

November 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Local, morning update, News, weather

Wisconsin Governor’s Race Still Being Decided

About 47,000 uncounted ballots in Milwaukee County could determine the winner of the race for Wisconsin governor.

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE, Wis.-About 47,000 uncounted ballots in Milwaukee County could determine the winner of the race for Wisconsin governor. The city of Milwaukee’s elections commissioner, Neil Albrecht, says 47,000 ballots were to be counted by 1 a.m. Wednesday. The race between Republican Gov. Scott Walker and Democrat Tony Evers was too close to call as of midnight with 94 percent of…

Stauber Declares Win For 8th Congressional Dist.; Radinovich Thanks Supporters

Republican Candidate Gives Victory Speech

November 7, 2018

Arman Rahman,

PROCTOR, Minn.-Pete Stauber, Republican candidate for Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District, declared victory Tuesday night in a speech to his constituents at Blackwoods restaurant in Proctor. In his speech, he thanked his family, especially his wife, for supporting him along the way, while also apologizing for missing some of his sons hockey and volleyball games: “But that’s what you have to do, when you want…

Ellison Wins Minnesota Attorney General Race

Democrat Keith Ellison has been elected Minnesota attorney general, surviving ex-girlfriend's abuse claim .

November 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Democrat Keith Ellison has been elected Minnesota attorney general, surviving ex-girlfriend’s abuse claim . Ellison gave up a safe seat in Congress to seek the post, and he should have been a heavy favorite in a state that has not elected a Republican attorney general in half a century. But an ex-girlfriend’s domestic abuse accusation – which he…

Duffy Wins Seventh District Seat Again

Multiple Wisconsin Congressional Candidates Retain Seats

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

HAYWARD, Wis.-Almost all of Wisconsin’s congressional incumbents have retained their jobs. Democrat Mark Pocan won re-election Tuesday in southern Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District; Democrat Ron Kind won another two years representing western Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District; and Democrat Gwen Moore won re-election in Milwaukee’s 4th Congressional District. Republicans Jim Sensenbrenner and Sean Duffy retained their seats in southeastern Wisconsin’s 5th…

Radinovich: Many More Precincts to Go

DFL Candidate Not Conceding

November 6, 2018

Arman Rahman,

BAXTER, Minn.- Despite falling behind in votes, DFL Candidate for Minnesota’s 8th District, Joe Radinovich, announces in a speech that he is not conceding the race. As of 11:30pm, Radinovich’s 83,111 votes trail behind Stauber’s 106,026. The DFL Candidate said in his speech that there still many more precincts to go, and that he will continue fighting for working families….

Minnesota Sen. Klobuchar Cruises to Third Term

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar has easily won a third term in Minnesota. Klobuchar defeated Republican state Rep. Jim Newberger on Tuesday. It comes as Klobuchar’s name swirls amid the crop of potential Democratic presidential candidates for 2020. The race was never close. Newberger is a little-known state lawmaker who struggled to raise money against…

Walz: Victory Shows State has ‘can-do Spirit’

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Tim Walz says his election as Minnesota’s governor and high voter turnout is proof that the state’s “can-do spirit” is alive and well. Walz defeated second-time Republican candidate Jeff Johnson on Tuesday. Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton chose not to run for a third term. Walz was the favorite throughout the race, but his victory was still unusual….

Smith Ready to go Back to Senate After Victory

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Star Tribune via AP File)MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Democratic Sen. Tina Smith says she’s humbled by the Minnesota voters who elected her to fill out former Sen. Al Franken’s term. Smith defeated Republican state Sen. Karin Housley in Tuesday’s special election. The race was triggered by Franken’s resignation in January amid a growing sexual misconduct scandal. Smith told supporters at a…

Wisconsin Goats Go Green

Lake Minnesuing Farm Led Goats on Plant Eating Parade

November 6, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- While herds of Northlanders flocked to the polls for their civic duty, a herd of Northland Animals took the streets of Bennett Wisconsin, for their environmental duty. Breaking up the normal landscape of candidate signs on Bennett Road: goats on parade. Many are named after food: Sugar, Mama Coco, Maggie, Ginger, Ruby Tuesday, Devon, Mary Jane, Chippers, among…

Election Results – Click Here!

November 6, 2018

Site Staff,

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Wisconsinites Head To The Polls To Deliver Their Verdict On The Midterms

Election Day In Wisconsin Brings Quick Lines With Numerous Volunteers Helping

November 6, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The race is on to the polls! The main concern for Wisconsin polling places are to keep the lines short to increase voter turnout. Superior election officials are dividing the tasks of election registrations at breakneck speed as numerous volunteers are helping out. The Chief Inspector in Douglas County Pamela Brokaw said, “It’s been very busy, there’s been…

UMD Helps First Time Voters Get To The Polls

The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group Helps Students With Voting Process

November 6, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — Students at U.M.D. are trying to make the voting process for many first time voters, go smoothly! The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group set up a table right in Kirby Student Center, with one intention, to inform as many students as possible on where and how to vote. With laptops to register to vote on the spot,…

Minnesotans Waste No Time And Hit The Polls Early

The Secretary of State says more than 600,000 ballots have already been cast in Minnesota through the absentee process, putting Minnesota on pace to have the highest voter participation rate in the country.

November 6, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s finally election day and Minnesotans wasted no time in hitting the polls early! The Secretary of State says more than 600,000 ballots have already been cast in Minnesota through the absentee process, putting Minnesota on pace to have the highest voter participation rate in the country. But that didn’t stop many Northlanders’ from voting the old…

Sheriff: 10-Year-old Says she Stomped Head of Baby in Panic

The Girl Appreared in Chippewa County Circuit Court on Monday

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. – A western Wisconsin sheriff says a 10-year-old girl charged with first-degree intentional homicide dropped a 6-month-old baby and, when the infant cried, she panicked and stomped on the child’s head. The girl appeared in restraints in Chippewa County Circuit Court for a bond hearing Monday. She is charged as an adult under Wisconsin law. Prosecutors say…

High Voter Turnout Expected for Tuesday Election

Polls are Open in Minnesota Until 8:00 p.m.

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota elections officials are anticipating a high voter turnout for Tuesday’s midterm elections. Minnesota Secretary of State spokesman Ben Petok says as of Tuesday morning, elections officials had received nearly 615,000 absentee and mail-in ballots. That’s close to the more than 650,000 absentee and mail-in ballots received for the presidential election two years ago. Petok says he…

Court Trial Begins for Suspect in UMD Student Murder Case

November 6, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The scheduled court trial began Tuesday morning for 20-year-old Noah King. King and four other suspects have been charged in the shooting of 21-year-old UMD student William Grahek. King is charged with second degree murder, first degree attempted aggravated robbery and two counts of first degree murder with intent while committing a felony. King’s fate will now…

Charges Filed in hit-and-run That Killed Four in Wisconsin

Treu is Being Held on $250,000 Bond

November 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Chippewa County (Wis.) Sheriff’s Office via AP)LAKE HALLIE, Wis. – Wisconsin prosecutors have filed vehicular homicide charges against a 21-year-old man who police say was inhaling chemical vapors before he crashed his truck into a group of Girl Scouts, killing three children and one adult. The 11 charges filed against Colten Treu on Tuesday include four counts of vehicular homicide…

Hermantown City Council Approves Raising Age to Buy Tobacco to 21

The Hermantown City Council voted 5-0 last night to move the tobacco purchase age in the city to 21, starting Jan. 1 of 2019.

November 6, 2018

Site Staff,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.-The Hermantown City Council voted 5-0 last night to move the tobacco purchase age in the city to 21, starting Jan. 1 of 2019. The age limit also applies to vaping devices. Councilor Gloria Nelson told Fox 21 that the move was made because they want to get tobacco products out of young people’s hands so the area can…

Midday Update 11-6-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, November 6, 2018

November 6, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Election, Headlines, Local News, midday update, Midterm Election, weather

Former First Lady Edith Wilson to Come Alive Friday in Superior

Douglas County Historical Society in Superior will Host "Edith Wilson," a Historic Political Performance for the Community on Friday, November 9

November 6, 2018

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Happening Friday, November 9, the Douglas County Historical Society will present “Edith Wilson” LIVE on stage. Accomplished actress Jessica Michna is a one-woman show bringing Edith Wilson to the history theater stage on the 100th Anniversary of the signing of the Armistice and the end of WWI. Tony Tracy, Executive Director of the Historical Society says, “Edith played an amazing…

UMD Political Science Professor Discusses 2018 Midterm Elections

UMD Associate Professor of Political Science, Dr. Cindy Rugeley Breaks Down the Heated Political Races in Minnesota and Wisconsin on Election Day 2018

November 6, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Election Day 2018. On Tuesday, November 6, millions of Americans are heading out to the polls to determine the winners of key races from coast to coast. Locally, Minnesotans and Wisconsinites have a jam packed ballot. Both Governor seats are up for grabs, and many House and Senate seats are also in the headlines. Dr. Cindy Rugeley,…

Morning Update 11-6-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, November 6, 2018

November 6, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Election, FOX 21, Headlines, Local News, Midterm Election, morning update, Vote, weather

Educators and Supporters Rally for Duluth Education Levy

The Congdon Park community wants you to vote "Yes, yes and yes" to ISD #709

November 5, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.-Concerned teachers, parents and students of the Congdon Park Elementary community took to the streets of Duluth Monday morning encouraging voters to say, “Yes, yes and yes” to the education levy in Tuesday’s election. The ISD #709 Education Levy will either maintain or raise the funding through schools in the Duluth district. Congdon Park Elementary and Lester Park Elementary…

DFL Candidate Joe Radinovich Makes Final Campaign Stops through the Northland.

The 8th District congressional candidate is happy to see how eager voters are for midterms.

November 5, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- 8th congressional district candidates are making their final campaign stops through the area. DFL candidate Joe Radinovich says he’s feeling optimistic he’ll win against his two opponents Republican Pete Stauber and Independent Ray “Skip” Sandman. “An economy that only benefits the few at the top isn’t the way forward for this country. I think, instead what we need…

Stauber Makes Final Pitch Before Election Day

Stauber just wrapped up his five-day power play event, where he traveled over 1300 miles to campaign.

November 5, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Republican candidate for 8th Congressional District Pete Stauber returned to his headquarters in Hermantown Monday night after wrapping up his five–day power play event, where they traveled over 1300 miles to campaign. Ahead of election day Stauber tells us he’s grateful for the campaign experience and is ready for the next step. “For me, meeting so many…

Duluth Cider Announces Opening Date

Duluth Cider will open on Nov. 14.

November 5, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s first–ever hard cider company is officially opening its doors for business Nov. 14 in the growing Lincoln Park craft district. Duluth Cider is located at 2307 West Superior Street, run by husband and wife team Jake and Valerie Scott. The plans and construction have been in the works for three years so the opening has been…

Doctors Gather in Northland for St. Luke’s Mental Health Conference

This was the fourth year of the conference.

November 5, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Different doctors, physicians and health care providers were at Greysolon Ballroom this Monday morning for the fourth annual St. Luke’s mental health conference. The conference brought local and regional experts in to go over current mental health trends and how to best treat patients dealing with it, including dealing more compassionately with patients. “I would like people…

Bus Drivers Needed Across the Northland

Many school districts are struggling with a bus driver shortage

November 5, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – More bus drivers are needed. It’s a nationwide problem affecting many school districts in the Northland. “I drive a morning route, I’ve done afternoon shuttles, I drive an afternoon route, I’ve done sports trips, I’ve done a combination of everything,” explained Dennis Wagner, the bus dispatcher for Lake Superior School District based in Two Harbors. “It’s…

DFL Candidates Thank Volunteers

Tim Walz, Peggy Flanagan, Joe Radinovich and Tina Smith made stops to say thank you.

November 5, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hundreds of volunteers have been working at the Duluth Labor Temple over the past few days to help make phone calls and go door knocking as one final push for the DFL candidates before tomorrow’s elections. Major DFL candidates, including Tim Walz, Peggy Flanagan, Joe Radinovich and Tina Smith made the stop to say thank you and get them…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Dovetail Cafe

New Cafe and Marketplace Opens In Lincoln Park

November 5, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.-Many big coffee shops like Starbucks, and smaller niche cafes like to boast of their organic, single origin coffee. But how many can boast that their entire coffee shop is homegrown? One cafe in Lincoln Park sure seems like it can. “That’s something we really believe strongly in, and if we can re-purpose something so that it’s not going…

YMCA is Offering Childcare to Encourage Parents to Get out and Vote

The Duluth Area YMCA wants to rally the community and make voting fun.

November 5, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth area YMCA is offering up to two hours of free child care on election day during day care operation hours. The Duluth “Y” was one of the few centers across the nation to receive a grant from “Vote Together USA.” The grant hopes to increase voter turnout and make elections fun for the whole community. “For some…