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Great Outdoors: Minnesota Wildfire Academy

The week-long course is designed to give future firefighters an introduction to the basic practices of combating wildfire situations

June 13, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Last week more than 700 students from all across the country came together for the 17th annual Wildfire Academy in Grand Rapids. For Dan Kibat, the academy at Itasca Community College has been about taking in as much information as he can before he starts his first job with the Conservation Corps in Grand Rapids. “Being…

Council’s Rezoning Vote For Kwik Trip Is Now Void

June 13, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A vote by the Duluth city council Monday to rezone land for a proposed Kwik Trip near Proctor did not have the proper amount of votes to do so, according to council president Joel Sipress. Sipress said a super majority vote of six was needed to rezone the land from residential to mixed-use — not the 5-3…

Preservation Corps Uses Machines to Raise Grave Stones

June 13, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — A preservation corps from here in Minnesota is working hard at Forest Hill Cemetery in Duluth. The Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is resetting heavy grave stones and obelisks that have deteriorated over time. They’re doing it with the help of a chain hoist supported by a wooden tripod. Executive director Rolf Hagberg says the machinery is…

Cloquet Fire Leaves One Injured

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn.-A Cloquet home started on fire at 10 p.m. Sunday causing one person to be injured. Twenty-six firefighters came to scene and put out the blaze at about 1 a.m. Monday at 1715 Cloquet Avenue. Local fire authorities believe the fire started in an upstairs apartment. Five people were displaced during the fire, as the American Red Cross is helping them….

Spirit Valley YWCA Receives Sizable Donation

June 13, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Spirit Valley YWCA in Duluth has been chosen to receive a pretty significant grant. The South St. Louis County Family Service Collaborative has awarded $225,000 to the local non-profit. Alice Jacobson, Director of External Programming, says she remembers screaming when she heard the news; she says funding like this can sometimes be difficult to come by….

Local Vet Prepares to Run Grandma’s Marathon in Body Armor

June 13, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — A local veteran is preparing to run Grandma’s Marathon this weekend, but his running gear is a bit unique this year. Travis Birr, an active-duty combat medic with the Army Reserves, is preparing to run the big race wearing body armor. He represents an organization called Operation 23 to Zero and is calling this project “Running for…

Trump Discusses Health Insurance in Wisconsin

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump is again highlighting the stories of people whose healthcare premiums have skyrocketed as he tries to push a GOP replacement plan. Trump met with what the White House has been referring to as “victims” of former President Barack Obama’s health care law after landing in Milwaukee Tuesday afternoon. Trump says too many people have…

Sessions Denies ‘False and Scurrilous Allegations’

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) WASHINGTON (AP) – Attorney General Jeff Sessions heatedly denied on Tuesday that he had any undisclosed meeting with the Russian ambassador or conversions with Russian officials about the U.S. elections. He vowed to defend his honor “against scurrilous and false allegations.” Testifying at a Senate hearing, Sessions said it was a “detestable and appalling lie” to…

Wisconsin Officer Grants Pity on Would-Be Drunk Driver

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

WAUSAU, Wis. (FOX 13 WFXW) – A Wisconsin police officer took pity on a would-be drunk driver, and the photo is getting a lot of attention online. The Wausau Police Department posted an image on their Facebook page Monday. The photo shows a note that reads, “Please take pity on me. I walked home… safe choices.” Accompanied by the note…

Great Lakes Levels Expected to be Highest in Decades

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

DETROIT (AP) – A wet spring season has experts predicting that summer water levels for the Great Lakes could be higher than normal and above last year’s mark through early fall. The Great Lakes Hydraulics and Hydrology Office at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Detroit District announced Monday in its six-month water level forecast that summer water levels on…

Gov. Dayton Getting Sued Over Vetoing Lawmakers’ Funding

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota’s Legislature is suing Gov. Mark Dayton over his veto of lawmakers’ funding. The legal dispute goes back to the messy end of a special session in which lawmakers delivered a $46 billion budget. Dayton signed most of the budget in late May but zeroed out nearly $130 million in funding for the House and Senate for the…

Fond du Lac Drive-By Shooting Suspect Sentenced

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

CARLTON, Minn.-A 24-year-old Virgnia man was sentenced earlier this month to almost 14.5 years in prison for his role in a 2016 drive-by shooting on Fond du Lac Reservation. Jesse Bohanon plead guilty to first and second-degree assault, along with assaulting a jailer. He also has to pay $886 for trashing his jail cell. It’s all connected to a case where…

Fate of Thousands of Recalled Volkswagens Undecided

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

At the Brainerd Industrial Center, a former paper mill, thousands of recalled Volkswagen diesel vehicles are being stored. Steve Fines for MPR News BRAINERD, Minn. (AP) – The fate of thousands of recalled Volkswagens that are being stored in central Minnesota is undetermined. Minnesota Public Radio reports the vehicles are being stored in Brainerd as part of a massive recall…

Two Georgia Prison Guards Shot and Killed by Inmates; Suspects on the Run

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

Georgia Department of Corrections tweeted a photo of the two inmates, Donnie Russell Rowe, 43, and Ricky Dubose, 24, who are being sought by law enforcement after two prison guards were killed in Putnam County on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. (Georgia Department of Corrections ) ATLANTA, Ga. (FOX NEWS) – Two Georgia prison guards were killed by two inmates Tuesday…

FDA to Delay Rule Requiring New Nutrition Facts Panel

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – The Food and Drug Administration says it intends to delay a rule that would require food companies to label their products with a revised nutrition panel. The new panel, which had the support of former first lady Michelle Obama, would make the calorie listing larger, making serving sizes clearer, and specify the amount of added sugars…

Deliberations Continue in Trial of Officer Jeronimo Yanez

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

Drawing by Cedric Hohnstadt ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – A verdict has not yet been reached in the trial of St. Anthony, Minnesota police officer Jeronimo Yanez. Deliberations began Monday afternoon, but jurors went home at 4:30 without a verdict. They resumed deliberations on Tuesday morning. Upon request, both the dashcam video and Diamond Reynolds’ Facebook Live broadcast were replayed for the jury….

Trump to Tout Apprenticeships as a Way to Fill Jobs Gap

June 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump will be touring a technical school in Wisconsin Tuesday as part of his push to boost jobs by increasing apprenticeships. Trump says the learn-and-earn arrangements are going to be “a big, big factor” in his effort to add jobs that employers are having trouble filling. The idea is for students to work at paid…

Full Weekend Planned for 41st Annual Grandma’s Marathon

June 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is just days away and festivities are about to begin. The Essentia Health Fitness Expo begins Thursday, June 15 from 4-8 p.m. and runs Friday, June 16 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. The spaghetti feed on Friday is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The William A. Irvin 5k is Friday, June 16…

Group Works to Preserve Gravestones

Northland Uncovered: Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps

June 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – A local preservation corps is expanding their knowledge of gravesite conservation. The Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is training at Forest Hill Cemetery in Duluth. Nationally recognized gravestone conservator, Jonathan Appell is leading the training, “It empowers people to have the knowledge and skills to go on and work themselves and make a difference in their region, their…

Duluth Councilors Approve Sunday Liquor Sales; Starts July 16

June 12, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth city councilors gave a final vote of approval Monday night for Sunday liquor sales. This vote of approval now allows liquor stores to beginning selling on Sunday as early as July 16. The vote comes after Gov. Mark Dayton signed a bill earlier this year that lifted the state’s 158-year-old ban on Sunday liquor sales. Local…

Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Sawyer County

Emergency Severe Weather Shelter Set Up

June 12, 2017

Brittney Merlot,

An emergency severe weather shelter is now set up on the Lac Courte Oreilles reservation, as people deal with flooded roadways and downed power lines. A massive storm caused flash flooding in the Northland, and rose water levels while dampening many people’s lives in Northwest Wisconsin. “It never quit, it was relentless it came on and it rained and it…

Business Booming at Beaver Bay Sports

For Nearly Four Decades, Beaver Bay Sports Shop Has Offered Locals and Tourists Outdoor Recreation Opportunities

June 12, 2017

Brett Scott,

BEAVER BAY, Minn. – Summer is officially here which means business is starting to boom along Lake Superior’s North Shore. Many businesses rely on a summer rush while others have found opportunities to evolve, catering to customers year round. In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, FOX 21’s Brett Scott stopped by one shop doing just that. “Everybody’s getting their boats…

Pre-Teens and Teenage Girls Learn to Become Rescue Divas

The Middleschoolers Are Learning Emergency Medical Skills

June 12, 2017

Lena Takada,

Mason, Wis.- Kylie Burhans wants to be a police officer when she grows up. That’s why she decided to take part in the Rescue Divas EMS Summer Camp for girls, hosted at Camp Northwoods in Mason Wisconsin. “To be a police officer you need to know how to help people,” said Kylie. “I wanted to learn how to help people…

Rubber Mulch To Soon Be A Thing Of The Past

Costing Tax Payers $1 Million

June 12, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. The rubber mulch that has been a hot topic for a few years is now one step closer to being removed. It has come down to choosing the lowest bidder for the removal of the rubber. Originally bids to remove the rubber mulch were over 2 million dollars making the school board needing to research other avenues to…

Duluth Council OKs Path For Kwik Trip Near Proctor

June 12, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council voted Monday night to rezone property near Proctor from residential to mixed-use, which allows a Kwik Trip development to move forward. The vote came down to a 5-3 vote with councilors Joel Sipress, Gary Anderson and Howie Hanson voting against the rezoning and Elissa Hansen absent. The parcels of land are at Boundary…

Remembering Those Lost In The Largest Mass Shooting On U.S. Soil

49 Shot Dead At Pulse Night Club Are Remembered In Duluth

June 12, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. Tonight local groups representing the LGBTQ community came together to remember all 49 of the victims shot and killed in Orlando. Dozens showed up to pay their respects at the Powless Cultural Center. Tonight “remembering pulse– one year later” was a commemorative event aiming to honor those 49 victims and all the others that were wounded or affected…

UW-Superior Hosting Summer Theatre Camp

Students will be performing an adapted version of Beauty and the Beast at the end of the camp

June 12, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The theatre department at UW-Superior is hosting a summer camp for area students. Over the next two weeks, the group of 6th through 12th graders will go through classes and workshops taught by faculty, local professionals and UWS theatre students. Each student auditioned on Monday for a role in Beauty and the Beast, which they will perform…

Community Paddleboard Event Brings Outdoor Enthusiasts Together

Some beginning paddlers joined in to circumnavigate Barker's Island on Monday

June 12, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – It was a perfect day to get out on Lake Superior and that’s exactly what one group was out doing Monday night. The North Shore Standup Paddleboarders held their first community paddle out at Barker’s Island. A few times throughout the summer, Heather Holmes and Garrett Russell lead a group around different areas of Lake Superior. On…

Arson Suspected in Lester Park Playground Fire

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Part of the Lester Park Elementary playground was burned yesterday and the fire department believes it’s arson. Firefighters responded at about 8 p.m. to put out the blaze. In 2011, a fire also destroyed much of the playground’s jungle gym which cost $141,000. Authorities have identified a juvenile who admitted to setting a fire to the equipment. The individual…

Friends of the Library Sale Runs Through Thursday

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Friends of the Duluth Public Library’s 38th annual book sale began today. The funds from the sale will help with purchasing new resources for the library like e–readers and free downloadable music. Organizers are hoping they raise 21,000 dollars this year. “They’ve certainly expanded the last number of years the number of programs they’ve been able to offer…

Superior Fire Department Honored for Work with Kids

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-Superior firefighters were honored today for all the work they do with kids. Today there were given the Pediatric Champion of the Year award from an emergency medical services group. In particular, they were recognized for teaching local middle school students lifesaving skills. “Outreach is key, especially for the middle school students,” said Erica Kane of EMS for Children….

Walnut Grove, Minn. Police Chief Arrested in Prostitution Sting

FOX 9 - KMSP

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

Michael Zeug WALNUT GROVE, Minn. (KMSP) – A small town Minnesota police chief was busted in a multi-agency covert operation targeting the demand for underage sex trafficking. The sting took place last Friday, June 9 in Redwood Falls. Michael Robert Zeug, 45, is charged with felony prostitution, attempting to hire a minor under 18. According to the criminal complaint, Zeug…

Iowa May be First State with No Health Insurers on Exchange

"...A TOTAL COLLAPSE LEAVING NEARLY 72,000 PEOPLE WITH ZERO OPTIONS TO PURCHASE HEALTH INSURANCE FOR 2018."

June 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Iowa could be the first state in the nation with no health insurance companies willing to offer policies on its Affordable Care Act exchange next year unless President Donald Trump’s administration approves a stopgap proposal, Iowa Insurance Commissioner Doug Ommen said Monday. Ommen said he and his officials from two major Iowa insurance carriers met…

Ex-Worker Accused of Rigging Lottery Pleads Guilty to Theft

Eddie Tipton was security director for the Multi-State Lottery Association

June 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

Eddie Tipton, Sept. 2015 (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A former lottery computer worker at the center of a multi-state scandal has pleaded guilty in Wisconsin. The plea is Eddie Tipton’s first admission of guilt since his arrest in 2015. Prosecutors in Madison charged Eddie Tipton, who now resides in Texas, with racketeering, theft, and computer crime in…

Moorhead Man Allegedly Attacked Baby with Pepper, Hot Water, and Fireworks

June 12, 2017

KQDS Staff,

Shawn FoltzMOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – A Moorhead man was jailed after allegedly rubbing hot sauce and cayenne pepper in a baby’s eyes. Shawn Foltz, 31, was taken into custody for child abuse. Investigators say Foltz kept the girl from breathing until she turned blue. They say he also snapped her with a towel, sprayed hot water in her face, and…

Court Fight Over Legal Restriction on Large-Scale Wisconsin Farms

June 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

BAYFIELD, Wis. (AP) – A northwestern Wisconsin county and a state agency will go to court over a local ordinance that would place more restrictions on large-scale farms to protect water quality. Wisconsin Public Radio reports that Bayfield County will argue its case against the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources in court next month. The county passed an ordinance last…

Sawyer County Deputies Respond to Explosion in Winter

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

VILLAGE OF WINTER, Wis. – A residence in the Village of Winter experienced an explosion on the afternoon of Thursday, June 8, according to the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and the Winter Fire Department responded to the call, assisted by several other agencies, including the DNR. Authorities report that the residence sustained extensive damage and two occupants were injured….

Wisconsin Struggles to Find New Homes for Sex Offenders

June 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – An Associated Press review of state data reveals that 36 violent sex offenders who have completed treatment are still waiting in prison for Wisconsin officials to find them somewhere to live. Wisconsin policymakers, like those in many states, have struggled for years to find homes for sex offenders in the face of opposition form local communities…

Jury Begins Deliberations in Trial of Officer Jeronimo Yanez

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

Drawing by Cedric Hohnstadt ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – Jurors are expected to begin deliberations Monday in the trial of St. Anthony Police Officer Jeronimo Yanez. Yanez is on trial for manslaughter for the July 6, 2016 shooting of Philando Castile during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights. The shooting garnered national attention when Castile’s girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, streamed the…

Pulse Nightclub Shooting: 49 Victims Remembered One Year Later

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

ORLANDO, Fla. (FOX NEWS) – Family, friends, and survivors gathered outside Pulse nightclub in Orlando on Monday, marking one year after 49 people were killed in the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Around 2 a.m. a vigil was held for survivors, local officials, and club employees – the same time when gunman, Omar Mateen opened fire in…

Another US Appeals Court Keeps Trump’s Travel Ban Blocked

June 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

SEATTLE (AP) – Another federal appeals court has upheld a decision blocking President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban. The ruling Monday from a unanimous three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals deals the administration another legal defeat as the Supreme Court considers a separate case on the issue. The judges say the president violated the U.S. immigration…

One-Woman Show Remembers Laura Ingalls Wilder

Coffee Conversation: Douglas County Historical Society History Theatre

June 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weekend a famous pioneer is being remembered through a one-woman show. The Douglas County Historical Society History Theatre is presenting “Laura Ingalls Wilder.” Jessica Michna is starring in the play. “Laura Ingalls Wilder” will be presented for one performance only; Saturday, June 17 at 7 pm. Tickets are $15 and are now on sale, by phone…

Runner Tracking Available at Grandma’s Marathon

June 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is only a few days away, and officials have announced a way to keep tabs on your favorite runners during the race. The tracking system has been made possible by T-Mobile, and will enable access to the progress of Grandma’s Marathon and Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon participants to be tracked at checkpoints along the race…

Urologist Speaks Out During Men’s Health Week

Tips for Staying Healthy

June 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, June 12-16, is recognized as Men’s Health Week. This morning, Dr. Andrew Nisbet of St. Luke’s Urology Associates visited FOX 21 to speak on the topic. Dr. Nisbet says, “This is a week men should be encouraged to talk to their doctors about health concerns that they have. Some of these issues can be even embarrassing…

Duluth Receives Knight Foundation Grant for “Mega-Parklets”

"Making Canal Park Pop" is a Winner for Knight Cities Challenge

June 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – There is big news for the City of Duluth, as $200,000 is coming its way in an effort to bring the community together. Some Duluth city leaders submitted the idea of “Making Canal Park Pop” to the Knight Cities Challenge. Canal Park is known for its great view of the lake, shops and also the many cars driving…

Electric Car Owners In Minnesota To Face $75 Annual Fee

June 11, 2017

Dan Hanger,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota owners of vehicles powered exclusively by electricity will face a new fee next year. Minnesota Public Radio reports the annual $75 surcharge approved by state lawmakers takes effect in January. Minnesota joins a growing number of states tacking on an extra registration charge on electric vehicles to make up for lost gas tax revenues….

Sprouting Up With Shoreview Natives

Shoreview Natives Look to Showcase Natural Landscaping

June 11, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many of you may be looking into landscaping projects this summer. One local company is looking to transition outdoor spaces into ecological hubs. Shoreview Natives is stemming from a lesson taught in one Northland classroom. For Duluth Woodland resident Will Bartsch, it’s common to have folks drive past his home, looking twice and stopping with a few questions….

The Great American Canoe Festival Wraps Up in Ely

But It's Not Just the Festival. Canoeing is a Part of Ely's Culture.

June 11, 2017

Lena Takada,

ELY, Minn.- Ely is known as the gateway to the boundary waters canoe area. Some even call it the canoe capital of the world. And thousands of people visit to paddle the pristine waters surrounding the town each year. “The people here are very dedicated to it and we like to show other people what we do here, and we…

Motorcyclist Killed Near Bayfield

Driver Of Vehicle Under The Influence Of Alcohol

June 11, 2017

Dan Hanger,

BAYFIELD, Wis. – A 64-year-old motorcyclist sustained fatal injuries after an accident on WIS 13 near Bayfield, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The incident happened on Saturday, June 10 just after 7 p.m. on WIS 13 at Superior Avenue in Bayfield County. A Volkswagon Jetta was traveling northbound on WIS 13, and attempted to make a left-hand turn…

Fire Department Talks Water Safety After Accident at “The Deeps”

22-Year-Old Man Is Recovering After Jumping Into Popular Lester River Swimming Hole

June 11, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 22-year-old man is recovering after jumping into a popular swimming hole in the Lester River known as “The Deeps.” Authorities tell us the man was pulled from the water unconscious with a laceration to the back of the head after hitting a rock just below the water’s surface. The man eventually came to, began breathing, and…

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The week-long course is designed to give future firefighters an introduction to the basic practices of combating wildfire situations

Northland Uncovered: Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps

Emergency Severe Weather Shelter Set Up

For Nearly Four Decades, Beaver Bay Sports Shop Has Offered Locals and Tourists Outdoor Recreation Opportunities

The Middleschoolers Are Learning Emergency Medical Skills

Costing Tax Payers $1 Million

49 Shot Dead At Pulse Night Club Are Remembered In Duluth

Students will be performing an adapted version of Beauty and the Beast at the end of the camp

Some beginning paddlers joined in to circumnavigate Barker's Island on Monday

FOX 9 - KMSP

"...A TOTAL COLLAPSE LEAVING NEARLY 72,000 PEOPLE WITH ZERO OPTIONS TO PURCHASE HEALTH INSURANCE FOR 2018."

Eddie Tipton was security director for the Multi-State Lottery Association

Coffee Conversation: Douglas County Historical Society History Theatre

Tips for Staying Healthy

"Making Canal Park Pop" is a Winner for Knight Cities Challenge

Shoreview Natives Look to Showcase Natural Landscaping

But It's Not Just the Festival. Canoeing is a Part of Ely's Culture.

Driver Of Vehicle Under The Influence Of Alcohol

22-Year-Old Man Is Recovering After Jumping Into Popular Lester River Swimming Hole