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Suspect in Custody in Double Homidice in Perham

The Investigation is Ongoing

April 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

PERHAM, Minn. (AP) – The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office has a suspect in custody in what authorities say is a double homicide. Officers responded to a reported assault at a rural Perham residence shortly before 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, and found two people dead at the scene. No other details were immediately released. Authorities did not immediately identify the people…

Volunteers Keep Historical Landmarks Functioning in the Northland

Northland Uncovered: Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

April 17, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It’s National Volunteer week across America and it’s volunteers that help keep our favorite historical landmarks running throughout the country. It’s easy to see Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center volunteer Debbie Ritzinger’s passion for her job. “I read the letters, I touch everything that comes in, I work with wonderful people,” said Ritzinger. Ritzinger has been…

House Aims to cut Tipped Workers’ Minimum Wage

The so-called tip Credit is a Familiar Proposal in Minnesota.

April 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Republican lawmakers are pushing to allow employers to pay their tipped workers lower wages by counting tips in their wages. The so-called tip credit is a familiar proposal in Minnesota. But the gradual increase of the minimum wage in Minneapolis to $15 hourly by 2022 has increased the pressure at the Legislature. St. Paul is…

Minnesota Second Grader Attacks Classmates With Knife

Police Chief Says the boy Cooperated with investigators

April 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

SAUK RAPIDS, Minn. (AP) – The police chief in a Minnesota city where an 8-year-old slashed three other students with a knife says he wishes he knew why the boy did it. Sauk Rapids Police Chief Perry Beise says the boy randomly cut three children at Pleasantview Elementary School on Monday morning, then went into the office and set the…

Spring Sports Struggle: Rails Battle Elements in High Spirits

Proctor Baseball Take Shovels to the Turf at Terry Egerdahl Field

April 16, 2018

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PROCTOR, Minn.- One quick glance outside and its clear 2018 has not been a good year for spring sports, with local baseball and softball teams seeing games being canceled and rescheduled left and right; but mother nature certainly hasn’t dampened any spirits out in Proctor where, despite the snow, the Rails baseball and softball team we’re out getting the brand new…

Knowing Your Neighbors: AmeriCorps Legacy House

April 16, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – AmeriCorps volunteers are building a new legacy house in Lincoln Park that will house future members and volunteers while they serve in the organization. A team of nine National Civilian Community Corps, or NCCC members and a VISTA volunteer are working on the project on West Third Street in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. “We just gutted the…

Duluthians Have a ‘Taste of Muslim Cuisine and Culture’

Event Was the Latest in the 'Spirit of Duluth' Series at Zeitgeist

April 16, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluthians got a taste of Muslim cuisine and culture at the Zeitgeist Arts Building in Duluth. Food was served featuring the kind of flavors made by Muslim families throughout the world, in the Middle East, Africa, and East Asian regions. After dinner, the documentary film ‘The Sultan and the Saint’ was shown to teach more about Muslim…

New World War I Memorial Expected to Be Built in Duluth

Memorial Park on Grand Avenue Has an Aging Memorial, but Could Soon Be Home to a Brand New One

April 16, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new World War I memorial is expected to be built this year in West Duluth. Memorial Park on Grand Avenue has memorials for World War I veterans now but, according to Parks and Recreation Department officials, they have aged and lost their function. Veteran’s Day 2018, on November 11th, will mark a hundred years since the…

Mont du Lac Resort to Remain Open for at Least One More Weekend

Resort Officials Expect Great Ski and Snowboard Conditions This Weekend

April 16, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – With all the recent snow, Mont du Lac Ski Resort in Superior has decided to stay open for at least one more weekend. Resort officials tell us this is the latest into Spring they’ve been open for quite some time. They’re expecting great conditions this weekend for skiing and snowboarding. “We were still advertising about twenty to…

Local Businesses Profit from Spring Snowfall

One manager tells FOX21 he's predicting one more winter storm.

April 16, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Although you may be thinking spring, businesses in the Northland are prepared for winter. It’s no secret, Duluth was covered in snow this morning. One plowing company, ATK Enterprise helped clear away some winter blues on the road. With all hands on deck, the crew started around 1 A.M. Sunday morning. “We expect it usually through the end…

Sea of Bowls Tonight

Snow Won't Stop the Sea of Bowls Fundraiser From Happening

April 16, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Snowfall in April has put many plans on hold. But not the 25th annual Sea of Bowls fundraiser. The event is going on right now until 7 p–m. It’s a preview of tomorrow night’s empty bowl event taking place at The Depot. The fundraiser allows people to get a first look at and purchase bowls created by local artists….

MNDot’s Weather Preparation

MNDot is ready for any type of storm at all times of the year

April 16, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Plows were at the ready and salt and sand bags were stocked up, even though we should be well on our way to summer. Officials from the organization said they are always on alert because Minnesota’s weather is so unpredictable. “We have an individual here at MNDot that monitors those incoming storms and that’s how we make our…

The Push for Special Education Funding

The Governor is pushing for a nineteen million dollar increase in special education funding

April 16, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Governor Dayton has proposed an increase in special education funding statewide by nineteen million dollars. The Duluth school district said they could receive around two hundred and fifty thousand dollars of funding if it’s approved. Leaders of the district say the amount is appreciated, but that number is a drop in the bucket considering the district spends about nine million dollars when…

8th Congressional District Candidate Calls for Code of Fair Campaign Practices

8th Congressional District Candidate Michelle Lee asks fellow candidates to sign the code.

April 16, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Despite receiving no endorsement at the DFL Convention this past weekend 8th Congressional District Candidate Michelle Lee announced she’s moving onto phase two of her campaign. On Monday Lee says there’s an opportunity gap in the district, which needs to be addressed through reform and change. Meanwhile, Lee is asking fellow democratic candidates to abide by the code…

Duluth’s Storm-Damaged Lakewalk Too Frozen For Cleanup

April 16, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The latest winter storm has caused the Lakewalk clean-up to be postponed after getting heavily damaged from a storm in October. The city says crews are waiting for the layers and layers of ice built up to melt away. Officials report some erosion from the recent storm but won’t be able to assess any further damage until it…

First Saltie of the Season

The Federal Weser docked in the Twin Ports Thursday Night

April 16, 2018

Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Federal Weser vessel made its way through Duluth and docked in the superior side of the harbor Thursday evening. And today the Duluth seaway port authority hosted the first ship ceremony this afternoon to welcome the captain and 22 member crew who began their voyage in Romania. Numerous gifts were given to the crew, including many that…

100s of Minnesota Passengers Stranded When Airline Ends Mexico Service

Passengers Will Receive Refund for Portion of Flight

April 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS-Hundreds of travelers from Minnesota are stranded in Mexico because they are unable to rebook Sun Country Airlines flights that were canceled due to a storm at home, because the carrier has ended its seasonal service south of the border. Travelers are stuck in Los Cabos and Mazatlan. Sun Country, based in Eagan, Minnesota, says the flights that were canceled…

As Prince Heirs Stew, Bankers and Lawyers Cash in on Estate

A Hearing on Prince's Estate is Scheduled for Wednesday

April 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS-As the second anniversary of Prince’s death approaches, the rock star’s heirs have yet to collect a dollar of his estimated $200 million estate. But bankers, lawyers and consultants have earned millions from it. The long saga to settle the estate provides a cautionary tale about what can happen when someone dies without leaving a will – as Prince did…

Numerous Crashes Reported Throughout State During Storm

600 Crashes Reported in Minnesota Through Sunday

April 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.-The Minnesota State Patrol says one person was killed when a Metro Transit bus broadsided a car that had spun out on Interstate 94 in north Minneapolis. The fatal crash Sunday evening brought to at least five the number of people killed across the country since Friday as a mid-April storm churned up from the South and dumped 2…

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Naughty by Nature, Coolio to Perform at Bayfront in July Show

Tickets go on Sale April 20

April 16, 2018

Site Staff,

Courtesy JadePresents.comDULUTH, Minn.- Rap icons Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Naughty by Nature and Coolio will be bringing the hip-hop scene to the Northland in a special concert July 6 at Bayfront Festival Park. Tickets will go on sale Friday at 11 a.m. A special online-only pre-sale will take place Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with an exclusive password from JadePresents.com….

Superior Street Construction Delayed

Detours Will Begin Wednesday

April 16, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Transportation Authority has announced the detours that were going to begin today for all westbound buses, will be delayed until Wednesday. Originally, the Superior Street reconstruction project was going to begin today, but that has since been moved to Wednesday due to the weather. To find out more, visit this website: www.duluthtransit.com. Categories: News, News – Latest…

Annual Bike Swap to Kick Off Spring and Support Local Organizations

Coffee Conversation: 12th Annual Bike Swap

April 16, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – As we transition slowly into Spring, many Northlanders are ready to get on their bikes and go for a ride. If you need a new bike or are looking to sell your old one, you can do so this weekend for a good cause. The 12th Annual Bike Swap is taking place on Saturday, April 21 and…

Former First Lady Barbara Bush in Failing Health

Barbara Bush is Now at Home in Houston Receiving 'Comfort Care'

April 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

HOUSTON- A family spokesman says former first lady Barbara Bush “has been a rock in the face of her failing health.” Jim McGrath did not elaborate as to the nature of the 92-year-old Bush’s health problems. She is at home in Houston. McGrath says Bush “has decided not to seek additional medical treatment and will instead focus on comfort care.”…

Seven Inmates Killed in South Carolina Prison Riot

Rioting Began Sunday Evening

April 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

COLUMBIA, S.C.-South Carolina’s governor is expressing support for his state prisons chief following riots at a maximum-security prison that killed seven inmates. Gov. Henry McMaster’s spokesman Brian Symmes tells The Associated Press on Monday that the governor has “complete confidence” in director Bryan Stirling’s ability to lead the South Carolina Department of Corrections. Stirling was appointed by then-Gov. Nikki Haley…

Duluth Kids Help Neighbors Shovel

Tessa Bixler and Selah Green have been shoveling snow for about five years

April 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two Duluth kids have been helping their neighbors shovel. Tessa Bixler and Selah Green say that each cleared at least twenty driveways today and got help from the thankful residents at many of those homes. “It’s good to help out the community,” said Green. “We like helping people,” added Bixler. “And people that are in wheelchairs, they…

National Weather Service Talks April Storm Numbers

Snow Totals Broke Duluth's Record for April 15th

April 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Sunday’s ten-inch snow totals in Duluth broke the 9.7-inch all-time record for April 15th according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologists there say big April storms like this one are not unheard of but they are pretty rare. In the hundred-plus year history of the Duluth National Weather Service office, only ten times have twelve inches of…

Giant Waves Crash on Canal Park Shore During Winter Storm

Spectators Watch Waves Move Over Piers and Under Aerial Lift Bridge

April 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The winter storm has made an impressive scene in Canal Park once again. “We’ve seen some crazy storms out here but this is crazy,” said Alyssa Miketin while watching the waves. Ten foot high waves crash over the Duluth Harbor breakwater. “The waves are incredible. In my lifetime, I think I’ve only seen them this big one…

School Closings, Delays For April 16

April 15, 2018

Dan Hanger,

The following school district are closed or have a delay for Monday, April 16, 2018. Duluth School District: Closed Marshall School: Closed Superior School District: Closed Ashland School District: Closed South Shore School District: Closed Solon Springs School District: Closed Washburn School District: Closed Winter School District: Closed Mellen School District: Closed South Ridge School: Closed Bessemer Area School District:…

Northland Community Wellness Day

Event promotes healthy living through education and awareness

April 14, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth teamed up with UMD health services to host Northland Community Wellness Day. The event took place at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. Its mission is to promote healthy living through education and awareness, showing the community all that is available to them in their own back yard “that they realize that there are…

Shrine Circus Returns to Duluth

AAD Shrine Cirucs comes to AMSOIL Arena for the weekend.

April 14, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn. – The AAD Shrine Circus is in town this weekend! The annual event raises money to support the local shrine organization and funds raised help pay for their day–to–day expenses. “to support us so we can raise money and keep the shrine system going. We function and operate 22 hospitals around the united states and it costs us…

No Candidate Endorsed By DFL in 8th District Congressional Race

After Ten Ballots, all Five DFL Candidates Failed to Reach Sixty Percent of the Vote

April 14, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- No DFL endorsement was given to any of the five congressional candidates at the endorsement convention Saturday in Duluth. The race will now come down to a primary election on August 14th. After ten ballots were counted, no candidate reached sixty percent of the vote needed for the endorsement. On the tenth ballot, Leah Phifer was leading the…

Biking for a Cure Team Holds Pool Tournament Fundraiser

Fundraiser Aims to Raise Money for the Annual MS 150 Cycling Event

April 14, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn. – The MS 150 is a two day cycling fundraiser with more than 3,000 cyclists traveling 150 miles from Duluth to the twin cities for one cause, a world free of multiple sclerosis. One team participating in the race goes by the name of the Dragonbots and they hosted a pool tournament this afternoon at the Dubh Linn…

Virginia House Fire Causes Heavy Damage

Fire was at a residence on Sixth Avenue North in Virginia

April 14, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A fire Saturday afternoon in Virginia left one house heavily damaged. Nobody was injured in the fire. It was reported just after 12:00 p.m. Saturday at a house on the 1000 block of Sixth Avenue North. At the height of the fire, more than fifty firefighters were at the scene from several area fire departments. The cause…

Fish Regrows Tail in UMD Experiment

Students at UMD are sharing their semester long studies with the public.

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn. – Students at the University of Minnesota Duluth got to show off their semester-long research. From finding one of the oldest rocks in the world on the Iron Range, to finding out one fish can regrow its tail, UMD students will take us there. Bulldog students put in many hours and a lot of hard work for research which…

First Witness Child Advocacy Center Hosts Fundraiser

Spring Splash raises money for the agency's efforts to educate and respond to child abuse

April 13, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – First Witness Child Advocacy Center is celebrating its 25th year serving children in the Northland and around the world. On Friday, the agency hosted its Spring Splash fundraiser gala. Hundreds of community members came out to support for the work First Witness does in strengthening the community response to child abuse. Organizers say the gala is an important fundraiser…

Superior Fire Department Holds Swearing In Ceremony

Members of the Superior Fire Department celebrated promotions, as well as the beginning of new careers.

April 13, 2018

Graham Hakala,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Fire fighters in Superior took a big step forward in their careers on Friday. The department celebrated with a swearing in ceremony on Friday afternoon. Some members received promotions to higher ranks, while others were taking their first steps towards serving the community. The crowd was full of proud family members. “It really has to be a source…

Family Freedom Center Kicks Off Series of Community Events

Family Freedom Summer features workshops focused on connecting community and culture in the Northland

April 13, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Culture and community come together at the Family Freedom Center in Lincoln Park in Duluth. Family Freedom Summer kicked off on Friday, with the start of 12 weeks of workshops, events and cultural experiences at the Family Freedom Center. Organizers say it’s important to bring communities together to learn from one another, and to hear from those…

Starks Looks to Spark Basketball Bounce Back

Starks' Basketball Academy Heads for Hermantown

April 13, 2018

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HERMANTOWN, Minn.- When describing Duluth Minnesota, basketball may not come to mind, but that’s not how its always been. Dyami Starks is one of the most recognized names in Duluth basketball, after graduating Duluth East, Starks played in college leading his team in scoring, and even play professionally overseas. Now he’s found a new passion, one that combines his love of…

Trump says US Prepared to Sustain Syria Strikes

Trump says America does not seek "an indefinite presence” in Syria

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON D.C. (AP) – President Donald Trump says he is “prepared to sustain” strikes against Syria until the use of chemical agents stops. The United States, along with assurance from France and the United Kingdom, launched a response Friday against the regime of Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad days after his government allegedly used chemical weapons on its citizens. But Trump…

Evening Update: 4-13-2018

A look at the latest local news and weather forecast

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Construction Trade Show Being Held in Duluth

Event Goes Through Saturday

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Those in the know for the construction industry, got a sneak peek today of the latest trends in that business. The North Central Region Conference for construction was held today at the Holiday Inn in downtown Duluth as numerous vendors from the industry hawked their wares. Those organizing the event said, this type of program is a good way…

How to Become an Iron Range Tour Guide

Interested community members can take a class on April 17th

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

HIBBING, Minn.- The Iron Range is becoming more tourist-friendly with the help of members of the community. A certified tourism and ambassador program is being incorporated from Hibbing to Hoyt Lakes. You can become a tour guide but you need to know the must-see attractions from trails to disc golf. “Most of us have gone out to these attractions and certainly…

Iron Range Community Displays Support for Sexual Assault Victims

April is sexual violence awareness month.

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

IRON RANGE, Minn. During the month of April the Iron Range is decorated to honor victims of sexual violence Over 300 teal ribbons are placed around trees to honor local victims of sexual assault.Organizers hope the display brings awareness and understanding. “We live in a world where it’s hard to come forward with sexual abuse and sexual assault problems,” executive director…

Time to Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Safely

Throwing away unwanted medicine can be unsafe for the environment and others around you.

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s spring cleaning for your medicine cabinet in Duluth. It’s the medical cabinet clean out event at Western Lake Superior Sanitary District. Community members can drop off inwanted medicine. Officials say for the safety of the environment and other individual its important to dispose of medicine properly. “You open up your chance to have illicit use, somebody diverting them…

CD8 DFL Endorsing Convention to be Held Tomorrow

The Convention Will be Held at the Holiday Inn & Suites Downtown Duluth

April 13, 2018

Kelly Tekler,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 2018 Eighth Congressional District DFL Endorsing Convention will be held on Saturday with registration opening at 9 a.m. The convention is held to offer the Party’s endorsement of certain candidates for U.S. Congress. The convention will take place at the Holiday Inn & Suites in downtown Duluth. The candidates that are running for the CD8 DFL…

Rochester Hills man Charged for Shooting at Black Teen

The 53-year-old's Bond was set at $50,000

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Photo: Oakland County Sheriff’s Office)ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. (AP) – A retired, white Detroit firefighter is charged with assault with intent to murder after a shot was fired at a black teen who police say knocked on the door of the man’s suburban Detroit home to ask directions to school. Jeffery Zeigler was arraigned Friday. The 53-year-old was arrested Thursday after…

Judge Says Michael Cohen Must Appear at Hearing

Prosecutors say Cohen Barely Practiced law so Most of the Documents Aren’t off Limits

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) NEW YORK (AP) – A federal judge is ordering President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer to appear next week for arguments over the government’s raid on the lawyer’s New York City home and office. At a hearing on Friday, U.S. District Judge Kimba Wood told an attorney for Michael Cohen that his client needed to be there…

MPR, Keillor Strike Deal to Restore Access to old Shows

Keillor has Been Accused of Sexual Harassment by an ex Co-Worker

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

Garrison KeillorST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Public Radio says it has an agreement with Garrison Keillor to restore online access to old recordings of his “A Prairie Home Companion” radio show. MPR said Friday it will pay Keillor $275,000 for limited, non-exclusive rights to those shows for three years as well as Keillor’s “The Writer’s Almanac,” a short daily…

Minnesota Woman Sought in Death of Husband and Florida Woman

Authorities Believe Riess Killed Hutchinson Earlier This Week to Assume her Identity

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Dodge County Sheriff’s Office via AP)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota woman who is wanted in connection with her husband’s death is now a suspect in the killing of a Florida woman, authorities said Friday. Lois Riess of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, has been charged in the shooting death of Pamela Hutchinson of Bradenton, Florida. Authorities aren’t aware of any connection between…

Authorities Continue to Investigate Cooper Elementary Fire

The Superior School District Says There are Still Many Unknowns

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior School District says that there are still many unknowns regarding the Sunday night and Monday morning Cooper Elementary School fire. At this time the exact dollar amounts of the damages is unknown, but the School District says they expect it will be more than $1.5 million. There is also no estimated time when the new Cooper…