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Russian Journalist Reported Killed in Ukraine Shows up Alive

The Journalist was Scathingly Critical of the Kremlin

May 30, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Alexander Baroshin) MOSCOW (AP) — Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko turned up at a news conference in the Ukrainian capital Wednesday less than 24 hours after police reported he had been shot and killed at his Kiev apartment building. The country’s security services said Babchenko’s death was faked to foil a plot to take his life. Ukrainian police said Tuesday…

GOP House Majority Leader to Leave Legislature

Joyce Peppin Will be Taking a Private Sector job

May 30, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – One of the most powerful state lawmakers in Minnesota is leaving the Legislature. Republican House Majority Leader Joyce Peppin announced Wednesday she would retire to take a private sector job. Peppin is a seven-term lawmaker from Rogers who had served as House Majority Leader since 2015. Peppin says she never considered the Legislature a full-time…

Bloomington Woman Jailed in Fatal Beating of Husband

The Woman Called the Police About a Domestic Dispute

May 30, 2018

The Associated Press,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) – A Bloomington woman is jailed in the fatal beating of her husband. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office says the 53-year-old man suffered blows to the head Sunday and died at Hennepin County Medical Center several hours later. Police say the 51-year-old woman had called authorities about a domestic dispute. Officers found her husband unconscious. Authorities…

Great Outdoors: Houston’s Guide Service

May 29, 2018

Dan Hanger,

In this week’s Great Outdoors, we go on a guided fishing voyage on the St. Louis River to catch some walleye with Houston’s Guide Service. Categories: Great Outdoors, News, News – Latest News

More Volunteers Needed for Grandma’s Marathon Weekend

You can also call Grandma's Marathon offices at 281-727-0947 and ask for Tara if you'd like to volunteer.

May 29, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Volunteers are wanted for this year’s Grandma’s Marathon, which is a little more than two weeks away! It takes about 6,000 volunteers to make Grandma’s Marathon run smoothly. Right now 200 volunteer spots are still empty, and it’s especially important this year, because the race is being re–routed because of Superior Street reconstruction. “We’re going to need some extra volunteers to help out with way finding in order…

Bike Pop-Up Shop Pops Up In Duluth

All the work provided is for free.

May 29, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – May is considered Bus, Bike & Walk Month in the Twin Ports. And as part of a series of events, a pop-up bike maintenance shop popped up in Duluth. It’s the third pop-up of the month where volunteers do tune-ups, brake work and other minor repairs. A grant provided the funding to purchase extra tires, tubes and supplies. On average about 25 people receive service at each pop-up…

Duluth City Council Votes To Pass ESST

The ordinance won't go into effect until Jan. 2020, so businesses would have time to make adjustments.

May 29, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – A decision on the Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) ordinance has finally been reached. The ordinance passed during Tuesday’s Duluth City Council meeting. Ater a vote of 7-1, ESST is officially happening in Duluth. The council chambers weren’t packed compared to past meetings and four speakers spoke. This vote has been a long time coming with several amendments…

Superior Public Library Re-Opens

May 29, 2018

William Seay,

SUPERIOR, Wis. –The Superior Public Library has been closed for nearly a month, and it finally opened its doors to the public earlier this morning. The work to renovate the building isn’t done. There are still crews working on the walls and windows, but the library is accepting customers after being closed for four weeks. They installed all new carpets,…

Evening Update: 5-29-2018

A look at the latest news and weather

May 29, 2018

Site Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Superior Park Gets New Name, Thanks to Ideas of Local Teen

May 29, 2018

William Seay,

SUPERIOR, Wis. –A park in Superior officially has a new name, thanks to the ideas of a local teen. Earlier this morning, Abe Hirvela, 13, helped unveil the sign for 18 Oaks Park. Hirvela won a contest from Mayor Jim Payne last year. His idea included the planting of 18 oak trees around the park’s exterior and it won overwhelmingly…

Bayfront Family Center Open for the Season

The Bayfront Family Center is located by the harbor in Bayfront Festival Park.

May 29, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s that time of the year the Bayfront Family Center in Duluth is welcoming all ages to come and enjoy the park. The Bayfront Family Center is located by the harbor in Bayfront Festival Park. It provides families with free activities to use in the park, ranging from bad mitten to ladder golf. “We’re trying to encourage people…

Trump Announces new Tariffs on Chinese Technology

The U.S. Will Impose a 25 Percent Tariff

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. is announcing that it will impose a 25 percent tariff on $50 billion worth of Chinese goods containing “industrially significant technology.” The White House said Tuesday that the tariff will cover goods related to the “Made in China 2025” program. The full list of imports that will be covered will be…

Possible new Housing in Downtown Duluth

May 29, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth City Council will be looking at a resolution to authorize the abatement of taxes for a $20 million City View Flats housing project. The project would consist of more than 100 rental units on North 1st Avenue West. Some of the units will be for the low income. If approved, the city would forgo $400,000 in…

Superior Street Steam Pipes Removal Starts Today

May 29, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The removal of 100-year-old steam pipes along Superior Street began today, part of which involves removing asbestos. The City of Duluth is asking the public to follow safety signs so they do not go near spots where the asbestos is being removed. Crews from the site say reconstruction of Superior Street is on schedule with the first…

Group Submits Signatures for Paid Sick Leave in Michigan

The Proposal now Awaits Certification

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

LANSING, Mich. (AP) – Michigan workers would receive mandatory sick days under a newly filed initiative that could appear on the November ballot. The group Michigan Time to Care turned in 382,239 signatures Tuesday for a petition to create an “Earned Sick Time Act” that would guarantee employees at least one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours…

GOP Rep. Jeff Howe to Seek Fischbach’s Minnesota Senate Seat

Howe was First Elected to the House in 2012.

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Republican state Rep. Jeff Howe of Rockville is the first candidate to enter the race for the Minnesota Senate seat being vacated by Michelle Fischbach of Paynesville. Howe entered a race Tuesday that will determine control of the state Senate. Republicans lost their one-seat majority last week when Fischbach stepped down. As Senate president, she…

Starbucks Closing Over 8,000 Stores for Anti-Bias Training

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Matt Slocum)(AP) – Starbucks is closing more than 8,000 U.S. stores for a few hours Tuesday to conduct anti-bias training in the company’s latest effort to deal with the fallout over the arrest of two black men at one of its shops in Philadelphia. After the incident last month, the coffee chain’s leaders apologized and met with the men…

Schimel Says the DOJ has Sent all Untested Kits to Labs

Roughly 60 Kits Yielded DNA Hits in the FBI's Database

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel says the state Department of Justice has finished sending untested sexual assault evidence kits to private laboratories for analysis. Schimel made the announcement Tuesday, countering criticism that DOJ is moving too slowly to finish testing. The attorney general began a project in 2016 to test thousands of sexual assault kits sitting…

Report Says Super Bowl Brought $370M to Economy of Twin Cities

The Final Tally by Rockport Analytics Came in $50 Million Over Projections

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

Photo Credit: Minnesota Super Bowl Host CommitteeST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Frigid Super Bowl LII brought $370 million in net new spending to the “Bold North” Twin Cities area, according to a report released Tuesday by Gov. Mark Dayton’s office and the local host committee. The final tally by Rockport Analytics came in $50 million over the consulting company’s pre-Super…

Semi Destroyed in Collision With Train

The Driver was not Seriously Injured

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

WOLVERTON, Minn. (AP) – Authorities say a semi carrying a load of wheat was destroyed when it was struck by a freight train in western Minnesota. The driver of the semi escaped serious injury in the collision in Wilkin County Tuesday morning. KFGO says the BNSF Railway freight train hit the semi east of Highway 75 near Wolverton. Wilkin County…

Garden House Transforms into Wedding Venue

They're already taking wedding reservations for next summer and envisioning the redesigned space.

May 29, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- The Garden House is transforming into a wedding venue, hear the goodbye from the current owners and see who’s taking over. Since 1995 the sisters Lisa and Kristi Reque have been helping the Garden House blossom, but now they’re selling the shop to help pay for their mother’s assisted living care. “And honestly this is a rough…

Gary New Duluth Memorial Service

The Veterans Memorial was built in 1952

May 29, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Service members that have died to protect our country were honored at the Gary New Duluth Veterans Memorial. Despite a little rain, the memorial was full of Northlanders offering silence and applause. Their hands over their hearts and head bowed down to honor our country. One speaker addressed the crowd with the reminder; we are the free because…

Minnesota Authorities Work to Address sex Trafficking

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) – Authorities say there’s an alarming amount of sex trafficking at illicit massage businesses in central Minnesota. A St. Cloud Times investigation found that a Waite Park business police raided this month is one of a half-dozen in the area regularly advertising on websites known for selling sex. Riverwood Massage and Body Works owner Yanhang Lin…

Victim Identified After Fatal Accident in Barron County

The Crash Remains Under Investigation

May 29, 2018

Site Staff,

BARRON COUNTY, Wis. – According to the Wisconsin State Patrol a Rice Lake man died from a one-vehicle rollover crash on County Highway SS Sunday evening. The driver has been identified as 31-year-old Brandon Dale Schneider. Authorities say the vehicle was traveling south on County Highway SS when the vehicle entered the ditch and rolled over several times. The driver…

Professional Hockey Players to Host Development Camp for Young Athletes

Twin Ports Pro Development Camp Starts June 25

May 29, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Young hockey players in the Northland will once again get the chance to skate with and learn from professional hockey players. The Third Annual Twin Ports Pro Development Camp is coming up June 25-29 and online registration is now open. The camp is for boys and girls playing at the peewee, bantam and high school level at…

Trump Said to be ‘Actively Preparing’ for Summit

Last Week Trump Withdrew From the Planned Summit

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP PHOTO)WASHINGTON (AP) – The White House says President Donald Trump “continues to actively prepare” for the president’s “expected summit” with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore. White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders says Trump will meet with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe at the White House on June 7. She says Kim Yong Chol, North Korea’s…

Northland Uncovered: Shipping History in the Twin Ports

A look at the Start of Shipping in Duluth

May 29, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s hard to imagine Duluth and Superior without shipping, but at one time we didn’t have the Aerial Lift Bridge with thousand foot ships moving underneath. “Really the history of the Port of Duluth-Superior is reflective of the history of this whole region,” explained Adele Yorde, the Public Relations Director for the Duluth Seaway Port Authority. Ships…

St. Paul man Dies After Falling Into Cannon River

Authorities are Investigating the Incident

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

WELCH, Minn. (AP) – Goodhue County sheriff’s officials say a fisherman has died after falling into the Cannon River. Authorities say the 40-year-old St. Paul man was fishing with his family on Memorial Day and was standing on a steep bank when he fell into the fast-moving river. Deputies and Department of Natural Resources conservation officers launched a water search…

Lawmakers Fail to Resolve Dispute Over Muskie Stocking

Muskies are Native to 44 Minnesota Lakes

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

NISSWA, Minn. (AP) – Lawmakers left St. Paul without resolving a long-running dispute over the stocking of Minnesota lakes with muskies. Opponents of introducing the big predator fish to more lakes weren’t able to pass legislation this session to limit the practice. Minnesota Public Radio reports that anti-stocking legislation is expected to return next year. Muskies – properly known as…

US Mint Prepares to Release Voyageurs National Park Quarter

This Will be the 43rd Coin in the America the Beautiful Series

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. (AP) – Voyageurs National Park and the U.S. Mint will hold festivities next month to mark the release of a commemorative quarter honoring the park on Minnesota’s northern border. The Voyageurs quarter is part of a series of 56 commemoratives highlighting America’s national parks. It shows a loon with a rock cliff in the background. The Mint…

Missing man Found Dead in Lake Michigan

The Death is Under Investigation

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. JOSEPH, Mich. (AP) – Authorities say the body of a southwestern Michigan man reported missing earlier this month has been found by a boater in Lake Michigan. The boater called 911 after spotting the body near Tiscornia Park in St. Joseph on Monday. Police in Berrien County’s Benton Township say the body was identified as that of 48-year-old Michael…

Rescuers Save two Women Adrift in Lake Superior on Blowup Raft

No Injuries Reported

May 29, 2018

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – Authorities are warning boaters and swimmers to be aware of changing weather conditions, after authorities rescued two young Duluth women who drifted into Lake Superior on an inflatable raft. The Star Tribune reports that fire department and Coast Guard personnel were called to the scene Friday afternoon after the raft was carried into Lake Superior about…

Cub Scouts Help VFW Honor Veterans

750 Flags Placed at Ely Cemetery

May 28, 2018

Nikki Davidson,

In Ely Cub Scouts and the Ely VFW teamed up to pay tribute on the graves of Ely veterans. On Saturday, VFW Post 2717 and the Cub Scout Troop 170 put 750 flags in the cemetery. “The Cubs really help us out, they’re the ones putting the flags in the ground,” Post Commander Michael Pope. “It’s easier for them to…

Agent Orange Affects Northland Veterans Decades Later

Agent Orange was a herbicide, sprayed by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War.

May 28, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.-Many veterans from the Vietnam war are struggling with health problems due to a herbicide known as agent orange, a tactical chemical that the military used to clear the forest floor, and remove enemy cover during battle. Two Northland veterans that are dealing with the aftermath of agent orange all these years later. Overall nearly 300 thousand veterans have…

Beachgoers Soak Up the Sun

Northlanders are feeling lucky with these above average temperatures.

May 28, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The sun was shining and Park Point was full of beachgoers soaking up the sun. Some people were out getting a tan and others searched for gold with metal detectors. Heidi Nelson says she looks forward to warm beach weather every year and says she isn’t a fan of winter so she’s taking advantage of this warm wave….

Duluth Memorial Day Parade Marches On

Due to a last minute what some might call a miracle, the West Duluth Memorial Parade continued this year.

May 28, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The morning of Memorial Day the flag is lowered to honor the fallen. But During the afternoon parades are meant to celebrate the life and liberty given to us through their sacrifices. Due to a last minute what some might call a miracle, the West Duluth Memorial Parade continued this year. “I couldn’t be any happier, 2018 the…

Memorial Day At the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

These veterans want more people to respect and appreciate the men and women who fought for our country

May 28, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Many people chose to spend their Memorial Day at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior to pay their respect to fallen heroes. The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center offered free admissions to veterans during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. It’s just one of the many ways to get people to understand what this…

Duluth Duplex Fire Forces Tenants to Find Temporary Home

Duluth Fire Marshal's Office Determined the Cause to be Electrical in Nature

May 28, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – A duplex fire in Duluth has forced tenants to make other living arrangements for the time being. Around 5:40p.m. Sunday, the Duluth Fire Department responded to reports of the structure fire at 208 North 61st Avenue West in Duluth. When crews arrived, they found heavy smoke and fire at the roof line of the two-story duplex. Officials say…

Midday Update 5-28-18

Local News and Weather Headlines for Monday, May 28, 2018

May 28, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, forecast, Garden House, Headlines, Lakewalk, midday update, News, solon springs, Storm, Update, weather, William Seay, wisconsin

Highway 38 Improvement Project Begins Tuesday

The Highway 38 Improvement Project in Grand Rapids Begins Tuesday, May 29

May 28, 2018

Brett Scott,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – On Tuesday, May 29, drivers in the Grand Rapids area will experience a new construction project. The Minnesota Department of Transportation is beginning improvements on Highway 38. Drivers will encounter daytime flagging operations, lane shifts and center left turn lane closures on Highway 38 from the intersections of 5th Street Northwest through 14th Street Northwest. Pedestrians will…

Duluth Superior Film Festival Starts Wednesday

Richard Hansen, Founder of the Duluth Superior Film Festival Projects a Successful Year for the Event

May 28, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 9th annual Duluth Superior Film Festival (DSFF) will kick off Wednesday, May 30 and run through Sunday, June 3. DSFF will take place at multiple venues across the city including Zinema, Teatro Zuccone, Clyde Iron Works, Blacklist Artisan Ales and The Commet Theater in Cook, Minnesota. Founder Richard Hansen says this year’s line-up will focus on…

The True Meaning of Memorial Day

Captain of Duluth Honor Guard, John Marshall, Shares the Importance of Memorial Day, West Duluth Memorial Day Parade

May 28, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s a holiday many use to grill, connect with family and friends or travel to kick off the summer season. But for Captain of the Duluth Honor Guard John Marshall, Memorial Day is a time to educate and share knowledge of why we honor the day annually. Marshall says it’s important to honor Memorial Day every day, not…

Morning Update 5-28-18

Local News and Weather Headlines for Monday, May 28, 2018

May 28, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Boating, Brett Scott, Memorial Day, morning update, News, parade, safety, weather, William Seay

Strength in Community Scholarship Winner Kayla Hanson

12 Semi-finalists Selected to Win $10,000 Scholarship

May 27, 2018

Nikki Davidson,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, This Week in Education

Spring Pop-Up Shop Pops Up at Evolve Duluth

The pop-up shop helps small businesses get their name out in the community

May 27, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Evolve Duluth had its spring pop-up shop, which helps small businesses get their name out in the community. There were several vendors there with jewelry, clothing and other goods. This was Aaron Boothe’s first time at the pop-up shop. He owns Scratch Studios, a recording studio in Duluth and this event helps him connect with people as…

That’s A Wrap On Dylan Fest

This year's Dylan Fest included a poetry event and songwriting contest.

May 27, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – After a week long celebrating all things Bob Dylan the Eighth Annual Dylan Fest has come to an end. Dylan Fest closed out with a farewell brunch at the Zeitgest Arts Café. An art show featuring work from local artists around town and some as far as Australia was also up. “It’s almost like a pilgrimage and…

New Exhibit Encourages You To Be “Amazingly Immature”

You have until Sept. to get silly with the "Amazingly Immature" Exhibit.

May 27, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Children’s Museum has an exhibit that wants you to be a little immature, have fun and learn along the way. Duluth is one of 15 cities selected to host the “Klutz Amazingly Immature” Exhibit. In honor of the exhibit Duluth Mayor Emily Larson proclaimed the summer of 2018 as Duluth’s “Summer of Immaturity.” Things like…

New Sculptures Unveiled at Wade Stadium

It took about six months to create the sculptures

May 26, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two new sculptures have a new home at Wade Stadium in Duluth and an official dedication took place earlier today. The sculptures were created and designed by an artist duo known as “Actual Size Artworks.” They were selected by the Minnesota Percent for Art in Public Places Program. The inspiration came from phrases announcers make during a…

Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center Hosts Community BBQ

Almost a thousand people showed up throughout the day for food, some fun and it was all free

May 26, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center has combined Memorial Day and the kick off to summer with a community barbecue. Almost a thousand people showed up throughout the day for food, some fun and it was all free. “For the center, our job is to preserve and honor veterans stories and their history,” said Executive Director…

St. Louis County Historical Society Hosts “Minnesota Remembers Vietnam” Event

Veterans watched the Ken Burns Vietnam documentary and discussed the film

May 26, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – As Memorial Day weekend is getting started, the St. Louis County Historical Society held a “Minnesota Remembers Vietnam” event on Saturday at the American Legion in West Duluth. Veterans watched a screening of the Ken Burns Vietnam War documentary. They were served a meal and had a discussion about their service and their reactions to the documentary….