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Tour Wisconsin Arts Work at the 7th Annual Art Crawl

Organizers say the art walk highlights the large community of creators.

August 7, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

HAYWARD, Wis.- This weekend you’ll get the chance to go inside an artists’ private studios and tour where their creations are made. The 7th annual Art Crawl is taking over Northwestern Wisconsin. Over 50 artists will show off their creative spaces, art galleries will open their doors at 21 locations with more creations than before, and even have demonstrations. Organizers…

Vice President Pence To Visit Duluth Wednesday Morning

All of Pence's stops will be closed to the public.

August 7, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Vice President Mike Pence will be making a quick stop in Duluth on Wednesday, but there will not be any appearances that are open to the public. Pence will get to Duluth around 11 a.m. and go straight to a private fundraising event for Republican Congressional Candidate Pete Stauber. He will then visit Industrial Weldors and Machinists,…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Italian-American Club of Duluth

August 7, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spirit Valley Days brings throngs of vendors to West Duluth, from all over the Northland. Yet only one brings the whole family, and the family’s food. “The sausage also is a family recipe for the sausage,” said club member Bob Sisto. “Made by, well it’s an old recipe made by my uncle. And now my uncle died…

Trump Going Ahead With Taxes on $16B in Chinese Imports

The new Tariffs are in Addition to Existing Tariffs

August 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration announced Tuesday that it will go ahead with imposing 25 percent tariffs on an additional $16 billion in Chinese imports. Customs officials will begin collecting the border tax Aug. 23, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said. The list is heavy on industrial products such as steam turbines…

Three People Treated for Burns After Boat Explosion on Big Turtle Lake

The Cause of the Explosion is Under Investigation

August 7, 2018

Site Staff,

ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – On Tuesday morning just before 12:00 p.m. the Itasca County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a boat explosion and fire on Big Turtle Lake. Authorities say two children were thrown from the boat and two adults jumped from the boat. The children were wearing their life jackets. Bystanders and Arcadia Lodge staff pulled the…

Health Officials Confirm Measles in Child in Hennepin County

The Child was not Vaccinated Against Measles

August 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota health officials say measles has been diagnosed in a 5-year-old child who lives in Hennepin County. The state Health Department said Tuesday the child became ill in early August shortly after returning from traveling to a region where measles is common. The child likely was infectious from July 30 through Aug. 7. Health officials say the…

Lost Camper Found Safe in BWCA

Teeter was Found Safe and Uninjured

August 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

ELY, Minn. (AP) – A missing camper has been found safe in the vast wilderness of northern Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area. St. Louis County sheriff’s authorities received a report Tuesday morning of a lost camper in Friday Bay of Crooked Lake. The sheriff’s office says 46-year-old Daniel Teeter of Maple Valley, Washington, was last seen at his campsite around…

Coast Guard Air Crews Medevac Hikers from Isle Royale

All Three Hikers Appeared Dehydrated

August 7, 2018

Site Staff,

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – The Coast Guard air crew rescued three hikers from Isle Royale Tuesday morning due to a medical emergency. A member of the three people hiking party contacted park rangers with a hand-held satellite communicator just after 9:00 p.m. Monday night about one of the hikers experiencing severe dehydration and slipping in and out of consciousness. Officials…

One Injured in High Speed Chase in Sawyer County

The Crash is Under Investigation

August 7, 2018

Site Staff,

SAWYER COUNTY, Wis. – A high speed chase in Sawyer County early Sunday morning ended when the driver lost control of the vehicle crashing into trees off the roadway. A Sawyer County Deputy Sheriff observed a vehicle traveling at 97 mph on STH 27 near Stone Hill Road. The Deputy pursued the vehicle traveling at speeds in excess of 100…

Midday Update 8-7-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 7, 2018

August 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

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

General Electric Laying off 200 Workers at Turbine Plant

GE Laid off 130 Workers in January

August 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (AP) – General Electric says it’s laying off 200 hourly workers at its upstate New York plant that produces steam turbines for the company’s power unit. Boston-based GE announced Tuesday that the layoffs include unionized manufacturing and assembly employees at its facilities in Schenectady, where Thomas Edison co-founded the company in 1892. Another 25 unfilled…

Three Teens Injured After Single Vehicle Crash in Hayward

The Crash Remains Under Investigation

August 7, 2018

Site Staff,

HAYWARD, Wis. – Three teens have been injured after the pickup truck they were traveling in crashed into a wooded area on STH 77 near Geist Road in the town of Hayward. Authorities say the driver lost control of the truck which left the roadway, went down into the wooded area and struck a tree. The male driver of the…

Excitement Soars for Fifth Annual Bike Duluth Festival

The Fifth Annual Bike Duluth Festival will Take Place on Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12

August 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – More than 300 people are currently registered to take part in the Fifth Annual Bike Duluth Festival Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12 in Duluth. Hundreds more are expected to spectate during the event. The fun will take place at the lower chalet at Spirit Mountain (8551 Grand Avenue, Duluth). Kraus-Anderson sponsors the festival as a way to give…

Morning Update 8-7-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 7, 2018

August 7, 2018

Brett Scott,

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

Vice President Pence to Speak at Industrial Weldors & Machinists, Inc. Wednesday

Pence Will Arrive at 11:00 a.m.

August 7, 2018

Site Staff,

(Bethany Baker/The Billings Gazette via AP) DULUTH, Minn. – Vice President Mike Pence is visiting the Northland tomorrow to participate in a Pete Stauber for Congress event, and has added a second event to his Duluth schedule. According to White House officials, on Wednesday afternoon Vice President Pence will visit Industrial Weldors & Machinists, Inc. to discuss positive impacts of…

California Appeals Ruling to let Border Wall Proceed

Trump Needs $25 Billion Over 10 Years for the Border Wall

August 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — A federal appeals court will hear arguments Tuesday by the state of California and advocacy groups who contend the Trump administration overreached by waiving environmental reviews to speed construction of the president’s prized border wall with Mexico. California is appealing a decision by U.S. District Judge Gonzalo Curiel of San Diego, who sided with…

Ford F-150 Fires Possibly Caused by Seat Belts

Investigators will Determine Whether a Recall is Necessary

August 7, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)DETROIT (AP) – U.S. safety investigators are looking into complaints of fires that may have been caused by the seat belts in Ford F-150 pickup trucks. The investigation covers trucks from the 2015 through 2018. Ford sold about 2 million F-150s during those years. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating five complaints that fires began…

Fall Leaves Make an Appearance in Duluth

Will there be an early Fall in the Northland?

August 6, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hold on to the warm weather while it’s still here because an early fall may be creeping into the Twin Ports. Spotted on Faribault Street, leaves are already changing colors throughout the area near the Harley Nature Center. Center workers said they’ve seen previews of red and orange all the way out to Hermantown. Categories: News, News –…

Volunteers Finish Construction of the New Hermantown Elementary Playground

The playground is expected to open by the time school starts

August 6, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Volunteers put the final touches on the construction of the new Hermantown Elementary School Playground. After fundraising for a few years, construction for the playground finally began last Monday. Over the course of the week, over 100 volunteers from the community helped replace the former playground that was originally built in the 80’s. Playground volunteer Sandy Karnowski said…

Superior High School Receives $50,000 Grant from Essentia Health

The grant will be used to build a new fitness center.

August 6, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Tonight was the last chance for the Superior school district to make a decision about a grant that would allow them to update the high school fitness center. Tonight the Superior school district, Douglas county and the state of Wisconsin made the unanimous decision to accept a $50,000 grant from Essentia Health that would allow them to update…

Float On to A&W for National Root Beer Float Day

Restaurant Gives Out Free Root Beer Floats and Accepts Donations for Charity

August 6, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Superior, WI- Many Northlanders were feelin’ the heat this week. To cool off, they could head to A&W for a free root beer float this National Root Beer Float Day. The Superior A&W restaurant gave out free root beer floats for the holiday. While enjoying that sweet foamy treat, you could also give to others. Donations were encouraged to support the…

Putt for Vets at World’s Largest Golf Outing

Fundraiser Held at Lester and Enger Parks for Fisher House Foundation

August 6, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Duluth, Minn.- The Fisher House Foundation got a hole in one thanks to the World’s Largest Golf Outing fundraiser. The event took place at both Lester and Enger Park golf courses. Golfers hitting the links could win raffle prizes donated by UMD and golf gear suppliers. The weather was also on par to make this year a big hit. “Last year…

State Rep. Tackles Sexual Harassment With Roundtable

Rep. Erin May-Quade Holds Roundtable at Building For Women

August 6, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Duluth, Minn.- Local businesses and nonprofits sat with local leaders today to discuss the issues of sexual violence and harassment. Seven members of different businesses and nonprofits met with State Representative and DFL candidate for Lieutenant Governor Erin Maye-Quade at Duluth’s Building for Women to discuss how they’re combating sexual harassment and sexual violence. Organizations represented included the PAVSA and the…

Stuff The Bus Provides Kids With School Supplies

Local businesses are collecting different school supplies throughout the month.

August 6, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Local Superior students are getting the chance to get the school supplies they need through the Stuff The Bus program. Head of Lakes United Way is asking for people to donate new school supplies for students to use during the upcoming school year. Different businesses around Superior having boxes out to collect the school supplies, as the school…

Duluth Police Department Gets Kids Hooked on Fishing

Multiple police officers spent the afternoon fishing with kids.

August 6, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some Duluth police officers spent the afternoon hanging out with kids and teaching them how to fish at their second annual hooked on fishing event. They hosted a little more than a dozen kids at Chambers Grove on Monday, spending the day fishing, eating lunch and getting to know each other. The police officers love the event…

Duluth Diocese Adds two Priests to List of Credibly Accused

Graham Denies the Allegation

August 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – The Diocese of Duluth has added two priests to its list of clergy credibly accused of sexually abusing a child. The Roman Catholic diocese serving northeastern Minnesota added the names of the Revs. William C. Graham and Roland Antus to the list . In Graham’s case, the alleged abuse reportedly occurred in the 1970s. When the…

Authorities Searching for Missing Osseo Man

He was Last Seen on August 3

August 6, 2018

Site Staff,

OSSEO, Minn. – The Osseo Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 23-year-old Robert John Quade of Osseo. Quade was last seen at a Shell gas station in Edina on Friday, August 3 around 8:40 a.m. He is described as 6’1”, 220 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a red t-shirt…

Bong Bridge Inspections Begin Monday

August 6, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Motorists can expect lane closures and delays on the Bong Bridge due to routine inspections starting Monday. US 2 westbound and eastbound lanes will have single lane closures through Thursday, August 23. MnDOT says the lane closures will be limited to Monday through Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to decrease traffic congestion. Closures will include…

Aerial Lift Bridge to Close for Marine Traffic on Wednesday

August 6, 2018

Site Staff,

Aerial Lift BridgeDULUTH, Minn. – The US Coast Guard has requested the Aerial Lift Bridge to close to marine traffic for a portion of the day on Wednesday. The bridge will not lift for marine traffic between 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For any questions or concerns you can contact the Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Duluth at 218-725-3800. Categories:…

Man Hospitalized with Life Threatening Injuries After Assault in West Duluth

The Investigation is Ongoing

August 6, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police responded to a medical call on the 5600 block of Grand Avenue on Sunday where they found a 27-year-old-male with a head injury. The male victim was transported to a local hospital with life threatening injuries. Officers arrested a 22-year-old male after initial investigation into the incident. He is awaiting formal charges of first-degree assault….

Shooting Inside Radio Station not Random

The DJ was Treated and Discharged

August 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Police say a shooting inside a community radio station in Madison, Wisconsin, doesn’t appear to be random. Officers were called to the shooting at WORT-FM shortly after 3 a.m. Sunday. A police spokesman says a 33-year-old man was injured by gunfire and taken to a hospital. The station says a man wearing a mask and hood…

Coffee Conversation: National Night Out

It provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

August 6, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn.-National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community National Night Out is an annual community–building campaign that promotes police–community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances….

Midday Update 8-6-18

FOX 21's Midday Update 8-6-18

August 6, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Maplewood Police Asking for Help in Catching Mosque Vandals

The Graffiti Included Obscenities

August 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

MAPLEWOOD, Minn. (AP) – Maplewood police are asking for the public’s help in finding two men who defaced a mosque last month. Police released images from a surveillance video showing what authorities say are two men spray-painting graffiti on the outside wall of the Islamic Institute of Minnesota’s Al-Salam mosque. The messages included the number 666 and the words “Jesus…

Iron ore Trade up Seven Percent in July

August 6, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Iron ore shipments on the Great Lakes are up seven percent this July compared to one year ago. According to the Lake Carriers’ Association, year-to-date the iron ore trade stands at 26.6 million tons, a decrease of 3.2 percent compared to the same point in 2017. However, iron shipments are 5.6 percent ahead of their five-year average…

I-35 Crash Leaves one Dead

August 6, 2018

Site Staff,

CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. – An 84-year-old woman is dead after her car was struck on I-35 while attempting to make a U-Turn. The accident happened Sunday just after 3:00 p.m. in Twin Lakes Township. Authorities say the victim, Darlene Ann Lewis-Lucas of Alexandria, was attempting to make a U-Turn at a median crossover on southbound I-35 when she was struck…

Motorcyclist Dies in Collision With Moose in North Minnesota

The Driver was Wearing a Helmet

August 6, 2018

The Associated Press,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. (AP) – The State Patrol says a motorcyclist has died in a collision with a moose in northern Minnesota. The patrol says 66-year-old Gary Allan Vansickle of Milaca was riding a Harley-Davidson on Highway 6 in Koochiching County when he struck a moose that was crossing the road on Saturday. Authorities say Vansickle was wearing a helmet….

UW-Superior Partners with Second Harvest Food Bank For 2018-2019 Cause Games

Each Yellowjacket sport will dedicate one game this season to helping fight hunger in the Northland.

August 5, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – While University of Wisconsin-Superior fans are getting ready to cheer on their favorite sports, the student-athletes themselves are preparing to make a big difference of the field. The Yellowjackets announced that they will be partnering with Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank for its cause games during the upcoming season. UWS started partnering with local organizations three…

Cyclists Swarm the Honey Bee Folk Festival

Don't start the day with just another 5k!

August 5, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The northtland celebrated and event sweeter than honey as the first ever Honey Bee Folk Festival made its way to Cloquet. One particular group of festival goers wanted to raise awareness for the honey bees and be one with nature, but they wanted to show up in style. Instead of flying in like a regular swarm of nature’s…

Dozens of Kids Participate in a Triathlon Made Just for Them

These tiny triathletes swim, bike, and run like champions

August 5, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The weather was just warm enough for the kids outside to crack open an ice cold root beer at the 2018 Root Beer Kids Triathlon. Overr 100 kids ages 6 to 14 participated in the annual race. It started in honor of the Lakewalk Surgery Center Brewhouse Triathalon, but is exclusively for child athletes. Come from a famility…

Proctor Speedway’s Biggest Event of the Year Brings in Local Celebrities to Race School Buses

You may recognize a familiar face from Fox 21...

August 5, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Proctor Speedway’s biggest money maker of the year put the pedal to the metal with the 2018 Midsummer Night of Madness. Despite the rain delay pushing the event from Saturday to Sunday, nearly 3000 spectators filled the stands to cheer for everything from flipping cars to traditional dirt track racing, and everyone’s favorite celebrity bus racing. Timothy…

Tall Timber Days Bring Thousands to Grand Rapids

This year, some FOX 21 team members participated in a lumberjack competition

August 4, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Tall Timber Days has been bringing thousands of people together in Grand Rapids for thirty-eight straight years. The family festival was back this weekend with arts and crafts, chainsaw carving, and delicious food stands. Tall timber days celebrates Grand Rapids’ heritage in the lumber industry with lumberjack shows all weekend long. “I ask the little question,…

Salvation Army Hosts Craft Day

The Salvation Army holds a craft Saturday on the first Saturday of every month throughout the summer.

August 4, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – To beat the rainy day, many people gathered at the Salvation Army on Saturday for some crafting. The Salvation Army has been hosting craft days on the first Saturday of the month throughout the summer. Anyone is invited to bring whatever craft they’re working on, or just stop by as they supplied some crafts there. People could…

Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Hosts Vehicle Show

The event featured different military vehicles from all over.

August 4, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – There was even more history to show at the Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center on Saturday as vehicles were brought in all over for the annual Military/Civilian Vehicle Show. The event featured numerous vehicles from the Wisconsin National Guard and the United States Army, as well as a boat from the U.S. Coast Guard, a M-60…

Thomas is In Town!

Day Out with Thomas Kicks Off

August 3, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Duluth, Minn-The parking lot of the Depot looks more like a street festival. But the air hung low, anticipation stirring. Suddenly, excitement rushes with the kids to greet the one and only Thomas the Tank Engine, as he returns from the last trip of the day. With over 22,000 attendees in the past years, and this year looking to surpass…

Superior School District Says Bus Driver Contracts Inevitable

Despite a large amount of disapproval from the Superior School District's bus drivers few changes to the contracts were made and around five decided to not continue working for the district.

August 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior School District has five open bus driver positions after some previous workers opted not to sign the newly enforced work contracts, which no longer allows drivers to keep their busses at home. Despite a large amount of disapproval from the Superior School District’s bus drivers few changes to the contracts were made and around five decided…

UMD Students Present 10 Weeks of Scientific Undergrad Research

The future of science is here!

August 3, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The future of science is closer than you’d think, and it lies in the hands of 25 University of Minnesota Duluth students. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry hosted their 2018 Swenson Undergrad Research Program (SURP) poster fair in the Swenson Science Center Friday, Aug. 3. Funded by the Swenson Family Foundation and university research grants, the event…

Protesters Raise Awareness of Potential Mining and Oil Issues

Community members gathered to share their concerns

August 3, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dozens marched through downtown Duluth with a common goal to raise awareness of potential pollution problems in the area, preserve the eco-system and sustain human life. Supporters of the Water is Life movement and several other organizations lined the Minnesota Power Plaza to stand against the updated Enbridge line 3 oil pipeline, proposed sulfide mining projects and Husky…

Twin Ports Lighthouse Days Return to the Northland

On Aug. 7, 1789, President George Washington signed the Ninth Act of Congress federalizing lighthouses.

August 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center is celebrating the five lighthouses in the Twin Ports. During Twin Ports Lighthouse Days guests are invited to the free event. It’s where they can learn more about the history of lighthouses while being able to make lighthouses out of postcards and watch films on different lighthouses on Lake Superior. “They were there to serve the maritime…

Traveling Exhibit Highlights 18 Civil War Volunteers

The 18 volunteers were all from St. Louis County.

August 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new traveling exhibit shines a spotlight on 18 men from St. Louis County who served in the Civil War. The 18 Exhibit is on display at the Depot in downtown Duluth. Visitors will go back in time and learn what life was like for the men who volunteered to serve their country. The men made an impact…