ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Gov. Mark Dayton says he’ll continue to press to get the funding necessary to protect the state’s computer system from hackers. Dayton got only a fraction of the spending he proposed for technology and cybersecurity upgrades last session and plans to push the issue again next year. Speaking to cybersecurity experts in Minneapolis Tuesday, Dayton…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth residents wishing to vote absentee for the upcoming City of Duluth and School District 709 Election will have the opportunity now through Mon. Nov. 6. Residents may vote in person in City Hall room 330, located on the 3rd Floor at 411 West First Street. Voting the final three days may be done during the following…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Mayor Jim Paine and 8th District Councilor Craig Sutherland announced the City of Superior’s “Name That Park Contest” on Wednesday. Residents of Superior are invited to enter the contest to rename the North 18th Street and Oakes Avenue Play Area. “I think it’s a great idea to get the community involved. Give it a name that can…
DULUTH, Minn. – Calling all dogs, cats and owners! Matilda’s Dog Bakery in Duluth’s Lakeside Neighborhood will host their 2nd Annual Bark-tober Festival and Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest Saturday, October 28. The event will start at 10 a.m. and go until 3 p.m. Owner Joanne Elliot says the event last year was a hit for many pet owners and their companions….
DULUTH, Minn.-Duluth police say a woman found burned last Thursday outside a local college’s fire training facility on Highway 23, inflicted the wounds herself. Jaclyn Arnold, 24, of Duluth, was found severely burned on 85 percent of her body, when she was found outside the facility by authorities. She was working for First Witness Child Advocacy Center since April. Check…
VIRGINIA, Minn. – Lawmakers and supporters of mining gathered in Virginia Tuesday night to push back against new sulfate and wild rice standards proposed by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The agency says the proposed enforcement would change Minnesota’s standards for sulfate discharges into the water where wild rice grows. But mining supporters say the standard is based off of poor…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Zoo started facing many challenges after the loss of the polar shores exhibit. On Monday twelve positions at the Zoo were cut, as part of a revitalization process. Ten workers at the zoo were laid-off on Monday, two of the twelve jobs were unfilled. The layoffs are helping create a sustainable budget plan; to help…
DULUTH, Minn.- The 14th annual Energy Awareness Expo kicked off today at the Salvation Army. The event is hosted by the Minnesota Board of Light and Power, AEOA, and Comfort Systems. The organizations invited income eligible customers to meet with energy providers ask questions and learn tips on energy conservation. The event is popular with customers, the line to get…
ASHLAND, Wis. – An officer involved shooting in Ashland on Monday night has put an unnamed suspect in the hospital. Around 7:30 p.m. Monday night, two Ashland police officers responded to an incident on the 400 block of West Main Street. After officers tried to make contact with a suspect, shots were fired. The suspect was hit by gunfire and…
ONTANOGAN, Mich. — The strong winds created giant waves on Lake Superior on Tuesday, battering the south shore. Gale Warnings and Storm Warning were issued on the lake. Winds were sustained out of the north at 25-30mph with gusts up to 45mph over land. Over the lake they were sustained at 30-40mph with gusts up to 60mph at times. This…
DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday city workers in Duluth prepared for the upcoming snow during a training session at Spirit Mountain. The course gives workers an opportunity to operate the machinery, before work will be in full swing during winter in the Northland. City employees are practicing maneuvering graters and plows for snow removal. “What we do here is we get them…
DULUTH, Minn.- Powerful winds slammed the Duluth Coast Guard out on Park Point. Nearly half of a roof on the Coast Guard’s storage building was ripped right off. The roof folded over onto a boat and even took down a power line. “Usually we don’t see something quite like this,” Petty Officer Tristan Degrush said. “I’m not sure if it…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-Kestrel Aircraft’s plans for a manufacturing plant in Superior have taken another step backwards. The company’s parent company One Aviation has announced some layoffs at their offices in Superior. The company would not say how many people have lost their jobs, but they told us today that they are planning on working on a new aircraft and phasing out…
DULUTH, Minn. – Cooler temperatures and even snow will soon force golfers off local courses, but one business in Duluth is looking to keep your swing up to par all winter long. The Sweet Spot hosted their grand opening celebration Tuesday afternoon. Co-owner Stephanie LaFleur and her husband bought the business last Christmas and decided to move locations. The new…
1991 File photo of Robert Guillaume (AP) NEW YORK (AP) – Robert Guillaume, who won Emmy Awards for his roles on “Soap” and “Benson,” has died at age 89. Guillaume’s widow Donna Brown Guillaume says the actor and singer died Tuesday morning in Los Angeles. She tells The Associated Press he had been battling prostate cancer. In addition to his…
A view seen on the way to Glacier point trail in the Yosemite National Park, Calif. (AP File) FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) – The National Park Service is floating a steep increase in entrance fees at 17 of its most popular parks, mostly in the West, to address a backlog of maintenance and infrastructure projects. Visitors to the Grand Canyon, Yosemite,…
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump’s four-month worldwide ban on refugees ended Tuesday, officials said, as his administration prepared to unveil tougher new screening procedures. Under an executive order Trump signed earlier this year, the United States had temporarily halted admissions for refugees from all countries with some exceptions. The end-date written into the order came and went Tuesday with…
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) – Police say there’s no evidence a recent break-in at a Bloomington mosque that had earlier been targeted by a bomb was a hate crime. Authorities on Tuesday released video surveillance of the break-in at the Dar Al Farooq Islamic Center which shows two intruders wearing ape or monkey masks. Police say the suspects took a safe,…
HILBERT, Wis. (AP) – Sargento Foods is expanding in eastern Wisconsin for the fourth time in the past decade. WLUK-TV reports that the company is adding 40,000 square feet and 150 jobs to its Hilbert location. The Hilbert location currently employs about 300 people. A company spokeswoman says the company is expanding to meet the growing demand for natural cheese….
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Attorneys for a Wisconsin man convicted of homicide in a case featured on the Netflix series “Making a Murderer” are asking a circuit court to reconsider a prior ruling rejecting a request for a new trial. The motion for reconsideration filed on behalf of Steven Avery in Manitowoc County Monday says the latest request is based…
DULUTH, Minn. – The grounds crew at Glensheen Mansion is preparing for the upcoming freeze. It’s big undertaking as the workers winterize the fountain in the formal garden by draining and scrubbing it, then covering it in plastic. They also harvest the rest of the vegetables and rake leaves. “The changing of the season always happens at different times this…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton says he’s moved from being “genuinely undecided” on the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine to being a genuine supporter of the project. Dayton tells the St. Paul Pioneer Press nothing of that magnitude is risk free, bu the thinks it’s a risk worth taking. However, he adds, PolyMet still must meet the…
DULUTH, Minn. – As the leaves continue to fall of trees and temperatures stay chilly, many of us are getting ready for winter. Some museums in town are also making a transition for the cold months. North Shore Scenic Railroad officials tell us they need to use several hundred gallons of antifreeze to get all the radiators ready for winter….
DULUTH, Minn- Medical professionals in Duluth are getting some hands on training with Narcan. It’s a drug that can save lives by reversing the effects of an opioid overdose. Pharmacists, dentists, nurses, and doctors all got training as part of the Minnesota Targeted Response Grant. The goal of the grant is to expand the use of Narcan and create more…
SUPERIOR, Wis- Monday, the City of Superior is celebrating a newly built Hampton Inn. The hotel is located on highway 53 across from the Perkins. This is the third hotel in superior owned by Oliver companies which also owns nearby the Holiday Inn and Barkers Island Inn. Company officials tell us they’re finding new ways to compete with hotels in…
DULUTH Minn- We are learning more about the woman that was found on fire, and critically injured on Hwy 23 near Duluth last week. 24 year old Jaclyn Arnold works as a community advocate in Duluth. It’s been 4 days since Arnold was found on fire on Hwy 23. A passerby extinguished the fire, but she was severely burned. Police…
DULUTH, Minn. – This year Best Christmas Ever has a goal of blessing 100 families with a perfect Christmas. BCE is a group dedicated to providing families who have fallen on hard times with a surprise delivery of Christmas presents and money that are used for the family’s specific needs. Right now, BCE is in need of family nominations. If…
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth Public Works and Utilities Department is informing the public of a temporary detour on Superior Street at 15th Avenue East. The detours begins today, Oct. 24 and is necessary for a water main connection. Traffic is expected to be detoured the entire week for the connection and road repairs. The detour is directing…
CLOQUET, Minn. – This weekend many Northlanders will be supporting shelter animals from Friends of Animals Humane Society. The Annual Beastie Bash is being held at the Black Bear Otter Creek Event Center on Saturday, October 28. There are advance ticket sales only and the sales end on Wednesday, October 25. Tickets can be purchased at the humane society, or…
VIRGINIA, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance for information involving the vandalism of a truck on Sunday, Oct. 22. According to police, a white, 2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD pickup truck was shot at three times. The owner of the truck indicates they left the vehicle on an old logging trail between Highway…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-The Blandin paper mill is closing one of its machines near Grand Rapids, which will cost that area 150 positions. The closure is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2018. The company, which is owned by European-based UPM Paper, said the closing is due to “the global market situation for graphic papers, and to sustain…
DULUTH, Minn. — Twelve positions at the cash-strapped Lake Superior Zoo were eliminated Monday. It’s the first big restructuring move that the zoo’s CEO, Erik Simonson, has made since taking the job four weeks ago. Simonson told FOX 21 the cuts will not affect the health and safety of any animals or the experience for visitors. The eliminated positions include…
CARLTON, Minn. – As the season of gift giving soon returns, many of us may think of big box stores for the latest and greatest gadgets and goods. However, one dynamic sister duo in Carlton is looking to shine a spotlight on local businesses. If you get a chance to take a break along Chestnut Avenue in Carlton, chances are…
DULUTH, Minn. – Halloween is just around the corner, and many folks still haven’t picked out their costumes yet. So, if you need some help, Goodwill stores in the Twin Ports area might be a nice stop. The stores are packed with Halloween gear, and right now those items are up to 50 percent off. “We have that unique, one…
DULUTH, Minn. – Supporters of earned sick and safe time showed up at the Duluth City Council meeting to express disappointment in the council’s decision to postpone hearing recommendations from the earned sick and safe time task force. Last year, Duluth City Council voted to assemble a task force to investigate the possibility of passing an earned sick and safe…
HIGHLAND, Wis. – A Highland man claims to have made the world’s largest ball of twine. He’s been working on it for thirty-eight years and says the twine ball now weighs more than eleven tons. James Frank Kotera, or JFK as he calls himself, is one of a kind. “I was born February 2nd, 1947. Groundhog’s day. The world’s walking…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a warm October in the Northland, but we could be seeing some now later in the week. FOX21 has winter preparation tips. Northlanders are use to the cold and snow, but an unexpected snowfall or frozen windshield can sometimes set you behind schedule. Don’t be thrown off guard, add some of these items to your shopping…
ASHLAND, Wis. – A man has been taken to the hospital Monday evening after being shot by a police officer in Ashland. According to Mayor Debra Lewis, two Ashland police officers responded to the 400 block of West Main Street at approximately 7:28 p.m. Shots were fired at about 7:36 p.m. The suspect was shot by an officer, according to…
CLOQUET, Minn. – The pedestrian who was struck and killed by a vehicle while walking Sunday morning has been identified as 66-year-old LaVonna Prevost of Cloquet, according to the Cloquet Police Department. The accident happened around 9:03 a.m. at the intersection of 20th and Washington Avenue. The 79-year-old driver, who is also from Cloquet, was not injured in the crash….
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the time of year homeowners should begin prepping for colder temperatures, which includes checking the chimney. Having your chimney inspected helps prevent household fires. Chimney inspectors clear obstructions such as animals or debris. Full chimney services offer; cleaning, inspection, rebuilding, and repairing. Black Goose Chimney and Duct has been servicing the local community for 30 years. “Most people…
DULUTH, Minn.- Life House is launching a new social enterprise business, through its in house job training the Legitimate Hustle Program. The project, Limitless Candles, gives young adults an opportunity to create business models and learn soft business skills. Around 26 youth click in 10 hours a week, making candles out of bees wax. “The youth are the ones really…
SOLON SPRINGS, Wis. – The Solon Springs airport recently made some big upgrades and more improvements could be coming soon. The runway was completely replaced last year. More recently, the airport added a self service fueling station and the only lighted helipad between Duluth and Madison. The whole project cost more than $1.1 million. Most of that money came from…
(CNN) – Judges in two separate cases have ruled in favor of pharma giant Johnson & Johnson, overturning large financial judgments awarded to plaintiffs who believe the company’s Baby Powder and Shower to Shower powder products caused their ovarian cancer. One award was to a California woman for $417 million, and another was to an Alabama woman for $72 million. In the California case,…
WISCONSIN – On Saturday, Oct. 28, the public is invited to safely dispose of their unwanted medications, both prescription and over-the-counter to Drug Take Back locations across the state. Drug Take Back Day is a partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration and local law enforcement agencies, to help bring focus to the issues of prescription painkiller…
CRANDON, Wis. (AP) – Crandon police say an officer has used “deadly force” during a struggle following a traffic stop. Authorities say the officer stopped a vehicle about 10:30 p.m. Sunday and a struggle began with a man inside. State Department of Justice spokesman Johnny Koremenos says the man died after the officer fired his weapon. The DOJ is investigating…
DETROIT (AP) – King salmon has helped create a multibillion dollar sport fishery in the Great Lakes, but ripple effects of invasive species have left the fish’s future less certain. The Detroit Free Press reports that the king, or chinook, salmon was first transplanted into the Great Lakes about 50 years ago. The species led a turnaround in the area’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – As the temperatures cool down many are starting to think about winter sports. The Chester Bowl Improvement Club offers a unique approach to renting out gear. They actually rent out gear for the entire season. To make things fair, they host a ski and snowboard lottery. That lottery is taking place on Tuesday, October 24. Officials recommend…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Halloween is just about a week away and the Douglas County Historical Society is celebrating with two fun events. The first is the Annual Monsterrific Halloween Movie Night being held Wednesday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m. The vintage movie night will feature popcorn, punch, cookies and candy. All of this is free to attend. Second, the historical…
Thanks to mild winters and conservative hunting regulations, which have resulted in rebounding deer populations across Minnesota, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Firearm deer season opens on Saturday, Nov. 4 with 130 permit areas across the state. For information on each permit area visit the DNR’s interactive deer map at mndnr.gov/deermap. The following are reports from each DNR Regional…
NEW YORK (AP) – Amazon said Monday that it received 238 proposals from cities and regions in the United States, Canada, and Mexico hoping to be the home of the company’s second headquarters. The online retailer kicked off its hunt for a second home base in September, promising to bring 50,000 new jobs and spend more than $5 billion on…
