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Jay Cooke State Park Offers Programs to Connect People With Nature

Kids Had the Chance to Learn About Monarch Butterflies on Saturday

May 27, 2017

Lena Takada,

CARLTON, Minn.- Kids and families learned about Monarch Butterflies at Jay Cooke State Park, Saturday. Minnesota State Parks host events to help connect visitors to the natural wonders the parks have to offer. Many events were held at Jay Cooke State Park today, including an educational class about Monarch butterflies. Attendees learned about the state butterfly, its habitat, and life…

The Great Lakes of Fine Arts Exhibit Showcases Students Work

The Exhibit Shows the Students Progress Over the School Year

May 27, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Great Lakes Academy of Fine Arts is hosting an art Exhibit showcasing the One year progression of the students that study there. Six students have been studying at the academy under professional artists Jeffrey and Brock Larson since September of last year. The art exhibit which kicked off Friday, shows life like drawings the students have been working…

Fuel Oil Leak in Hermantown

Officials Concerned for Runoff into Keane Creek

May 27, 2017

Greg Chandler,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown police and fire departments responded to reports of a fuel oil spill Saturday. According to investigators, a residential fuel oil tank leaked in the 48–hundred block of Maple Grove Rd. Saturday afternoon. The fuel oil may have run off into the Keane Creek water system. Hermantown officials have notified the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Categories: Community,…

All Clear After Suspicious Package at Newark Airport

Airport Needed to be Evacuated

May 27, 2017

Greg Chandler,

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) A suspicious package that forced the partial evacuation of a terminal at Newark Liberty International Airport has been determined not to be a threat. Police for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey say the suspicious package was found in Terminal A on Saturday afternoon and that a partial evacuation of the departure level occurred….

Arrest Warrant Issued for Lindgren

Carlton Co. Sheriffs Looking for Suspect in Kidnapping and Assault

May 27, 2017

Greg Chandler,

CARLTON, Minn. – Police are looking for the suspect in a Carlton County kidnapping and assault earlier this month. Carlton Co. Sheriffs issued an arrest warrant for 21 year old Scott Lindgren Friday. The new charge is for allegedly threatening and tampering with a witness. Lindgren was originally accused of seven felonies, stemming from an incident where a child was…

Charter Utility Truck Catches Fire

Driver Made It Out Ok

May 26, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. A Charter Communications utility truck caught on fire with the driver still inside. The fire briefly bringing Miller Trunk Highway to a standstill this afternoon. The driver told Fox 21 he started seeing smoke as he was driving up the hill. He pulled over and before he knew it the truck was on fire. The DFD along with…

Local School Creates Cool Bird Puppet’s

Through A Grant From The State, North Shore Community School Worked With Art Teacher

May 26, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. All sorts of unique birds have made their way back to the Northwood’s for summer. North Shore Community School worked with a professional puppeteer for several days to create bird puppets out of recycled materials and a teacher’s favorite, paper mache. Lots and lots of paper mache. In the process the 5th and 6th graders studied birds that…

Strength in the Community Scholarship Winner, Lauren Gray

May 26, 2017

Nikki Davidson,

Meet Lauren Gray one of 12 winners of the FOX 21 Strength in the Community scholarship. The Strength in the Community Scholarship was created to help students reach their goals to pursue higher education in a time of rising tuition costs. Twelve finalists will receive $1,000, but one will trade in their $1,000 for a $10,000 check. Lauren is a…

Duluth Lawmakers’ Hard Work Helps Local Projects Make State Bonding Bill

The bonding bill includes more than $80 million in funding for many big Duluth projects

May 26, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – State lawmakers wrapped up a special legislative session by passing a state budget and a nearly billion dollar bonding bill. With the bill awaiting Governor Dayton’s signature, local lawmakers are calling this session a success for projects in Duluth and northeast Minnesota. “There was a lot of uncertainty, so we worked really hard the last few days…

2 Men Die in Small Plane Crash in Sheboygan County

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

Sheboygan Co Plane Crash – Fox 6 Now SHEBOYGAN COUNTY, Wis. (FOX 6 NOW) – Sheboygan County officials now say two men were killed in a plane crash near the Sheboygan County Memorial Airport on Friday afternoon, May 26. The Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Office indicates they were notified around 12:30 p.m. of an aircraft that had crashed into a field…

Bike Race This Weekend in Cook County

More than 200 Cyclists Expected

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

GRAND MARAIS, Minn.-The bike race Le Grand du Nord will kick off tomorrow at 8 a.m. in Grand Marais. The race is expected to feature more than 200 cyclists, as they can participate on either a 50-mile or 100-mile course, which will go through the Sawtooth Mountains. Much of the allure of the race is of course, the scenery. “It’s…

Adventure Park Now Open at Spirit Mountain

Summer Adventures Begin Memorial Day Weekend at Spirit Mountain

May 26, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spirit Mountain in Duluth is now back open for business as we head into the Memorial Day weekend. The Mountain’s Adventure Park opened gates Friday for the Alpine Coaster, zip line, jumping pillow, mini golf and disk golf. Five mountain bike trails are now open as well. Executive Director Brandy Ream tells FOX 21 she’s optimistic going…

Chesney Auto Salvage Honored in Carhartt Video

Video Expected to be Released on Father's Day

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-A Duluth auto salvage business started in 1965 is getting some national attention from one of the biggest clothing manufacturers in the world. Carhartt is honoring Chesney Auto Salvage with a documentary on the history of the business and the special relationship the owner and his grandson have while working at the shop. Carhartt searched the entire country in…

UMD Scientists Invite Area Students to Visit Research Vessel

May 26, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — Docked right next to the Great Lakes Aquarium sits the Blue Heron in all her glory. Of all the tools at the disposal of researchers at UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory, no doubt the Heron is their biggest, and one of the most important. “We couldn’t do the work we do today without the Blue Heron,” said Research…

Former Councilor Garfield Pleads Not Guilty in Domestic Violence Incident

Will be Back in Court July 21

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-Former Superior City Councilor Graham Garfield entered a not guilty plea today in connection with four charges, including one felony in relation to an alleged domestic violence incident with his then fiancé in April. The felony carries with it a maximum of 12 years in prison. Garfield is accused of pointing a loaded gun at his former girlfriend and…

House Fire in Remer Township

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

REMER TWP, Minn. – A fire at 66th Avenue NE and Highway 200 claimed a single-story home just before 3:30 p.m. Friday. FOX 21 crews on scene confirmed with authorities that everyone was able to safely evacuate the home. Fire crews arrived just after the fire began. Damage estimates and the cause of the blaze are unknown at this time….

Wisconsin Looking at Self-Insurance Model

The Move Would Save $134 Million

May 26, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis.-Gov. Scott Walker’s administration is still trying to coax Republican legislators to adopt a shift to a self-insurance model. Under self-insurance, the state pays for health insurance for 250,000 state workers and their families directly rather than buying insurance for them through HMOs. Walker’s administration estimates the move would save $134 million over the 2017-19 biennium. The governor’s budget…

Trump Budget Dismays Families Hit by Opioid Crisis

May 26, 2017

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – President Donald Trump’s budget proposal weakens insurance coverage for drug addiction treatment and cuts back funding for research and prevention programs. Some see that as a betrayal of those who trusted his campaign pledge to make the opioid epidemic a top priority. Those most frustrated include parents of those lost to the epidemic who shared their…

Memorial Day Traffic Advisories

May 26, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has issued traffic advisories affecting the West Duluth and Gary New Duluth areas. Memorial Day Parade – start time 12:30 p.m. in West Duluth Parade units will line up on 59th Avenue West between Raleigh Street and Grand Avenue beginning at 10:30 a.m. Parade Route: Starting at 59th Ave W & Grand Ave,…

Strength in the Community Scholarship Winner, Josie Fobbe

Marshall School Graduate, Heading to UMD in the Fall

May 26, 2017

Nikki Davidson,

Meet Josie Fobbe one of 12 winners of the FOX 21 Strength in the Community scholarship. The Strength in the Community Scholarship was created to help students reach their goals to pursue higher education in a time of rising tuition costs. Twelve finalists will receive $1,000, but one will trade in their $1,000 for a $10,000 check. Josie be graduating…

Ariana Grande to Return to Manchester for a Benefit Concert

May 26, 2017

The Associated Press,

A man stands next to flowers for the victims of Monday’s bombing at St. Ann’s Square in central Manchester, England, Friday, May 26, 2017. British police investigating the Manchester Arena bombing arrested a ninth man while continuing to search addresses associated with the bomber. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti) MANCHESTER, England (AP) – American singer Ariana Grande says she will return to…

Two-Year Study Proposed for Copper-Nickel Mining in BWCA

Study Still Up in the Air

May 26, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum says she has won assurances from the Trump administration that it will proceed with a two-year study on whether copper-nickel mining should be permitted on federal lands in the watershed that flows into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. The Minnesota Democrat pressed Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on the scientific review, which was launched under…

Finland Man Pleads Guilty to Felony Murder

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

Kirk Bigby GRAND MARAIS, Minn. – A Finland, Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to Felony Murder in the shooting of a Bloomington man in December 2015. Sixty-two-year-old, Kirk Lee Bigby, pleaded guilty to the murder of 35-year-old Marcus Roberts Bigby. The shooting happened at the Bluefin Bay Resort in Tofte, Minnesota after an altercation between the two men. Full details…

Last Inmate Apprehended in Minneapolis

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

LINO LAKES, Minn. – The last offender has been apprehended following a inmate van theft in Lino Lakes. James Douglass Mitchell was found just before 4:30 p.m. in Minneapolis at the 35W and 8th Street SE bridge. Earlier in the day, an offender transportation van was driving from Minnesota Correction Facility – St. Cloud with stops at several other…

Summer Lift Schedule Begins for Aerial Lift Bridge

May 26, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Aerial Lift Bridge will commence its summer lift schedule beginning today, May 26. The bridge will lift on the hour and half hour from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week until the Tuesday after Labor Day. Exceptions for this include lakers, government, and commercial vessels. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News

Workout Group Provides Fitness & Support for Northland Mothers

Active Adventures: Stroller Strides

May 26, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Moms around the country are encouraging each other to be healthy through a group fitness program. Fit4Mom is a nationwide program with a branch here in the Twin Ports. The goal is to support moms through every step of motherhood. The company offers several classes: Stroller Strides Stroller Barre Body Back Fit4Baby Running Club For this week’s…

Minnesota Legislature passes $46B budget in special session

May 26, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s Legislature has finished passing a $46 billion budget in a special session. It took three extra days and some horse-trading to win crucial Democratic votes. But the Republican-controlled Legislature passed its final budget bills early Friday morning. The overtime began Tuesday morning after lawmakers passed the constitutionally mandated deadline to finish a budget by…

Weekend Spotlight: May 26-28

May 25, 2017

Dan Hanger,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight

Baby Lemur Makes Debut At Lake Superior Zoo

May 25, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – There’s a new addition at the Lake Superior Zoo. The zoo welcomed a brand new baby lemur to its exhibit on Thursday. The baby lemur was born at the zoo recently, and is now available so see in the primate section “It’s always fun having someone new to welcome to our animal care group here,” lead zookeeper…

Duluth Public School Dist. Celebrates Retirees’ Careers

May 25, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sixty employees of the Duluth Public Schools celebrated their retirements together on Thursday. From teachers to maintenance workers, to office staff, they all had the chance to honor each others careers at a reception at East High School. “I really like working with students,” retiring special education teacher Al Chepelnik said. “I liked helping them find jobs in…

Art and Science come together at the Duluth Art Institute

An artist and a scientist talk about oceanic pollution

May 25, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Art and science came together at the Duluth Art Institute on Thursday. Artist Kimberlee Roth teamed up with scientist Tom Hollenhorts to discuss ocean pollution, and how art can raise awareness for the problem. “As scientists, sometimes we have a hard time conveying information in an understandable way,” Hollenhorts said. “And working with artists is really an…

New Book Highlights World War II Shipbuilding in the Twin Ports

May 25, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A new book is out that highlights the importance of the Great Lakes shipyards during World War II. The book was written by Gerald Sandvick, a retired history professor, who spent the past year putting it together. Thursday night, Sandvick spoke about the book at the Bong Veterans Center in Superior. He says, Duluth and Superior had…

Major Cuts At Northland College

Millions To Be Scaled Back Affecting Sports And All Employees

May 25, 2017

Joey Norton,

Ashland, Wis. In a letter sent out to Northland College students and staff by the board of trustees will hit the pocket books of many. The school is making some big budget cuts totaling around 3.5 million dollars. Many areas of the school will see some type of cuts, affecting some athletes and 100% of the schools employees. As of…

Coast Guard Reminds Boaters to Stay Safe

As Thousands Prepare for a Long Memorial Day Weekend, Others are Thinking Safety

May 25, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands will be driving to the cabin or favorite summer destination this Memorial Day weekend. With that, the United States Coast Guard is looking to make sure safety comes first. The Coast Guard in the Twin Ports is busy making sure they’re up to date on rescue techniques and procedures. One Officer we spoke with say boaters,…

ReUSE Minnesota Explores Duluth Network

Group has been Operating in the Twin Cities Since 2012

May 25, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – A successful Twin cities re-use program Is coming to the Twin Ports. Representatives from ReUSE Minnesota and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency met with local re-use businesses to create a network to share resources. Officials say they’re targeting businesses like thrift stores, habitat restores, and consignment shops. “These are the stores that allow the rest of us…

IRRRB Announces Ilmenite Breakthrough

New Processing Method Produces Nearly Pure Samples

May 25, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – Officials from the University of Minnesota’s Natural Resources Research Institute announced a breakthrough in ilmentite processing Thursday. NRRI partnered with Canadian firm Process Research Ortech to find a way to separate titanum dioxide and iron oxide from ilmenite deposits. The results, nearly pure samples of both titanium oxide and iron oxide. But, officials say they’re a long…

New Publication Highlights Community Connections

Magazine Insert Links Duluth and Iron Range

May 25, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Iron Range and Duluth are connected by more than geography, and officials are proud to showcase those connections. A new magazine insert published by the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board and other partners showcases the entire region, from the Range to Duluth. IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips says the connection between the communities affects everyone even…

EMS Workers Treated to Cookout

St. Luke's Emergency Department Thanked its EMS Partners

May 25, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s Emergency Department said thanks to EMS workers with lunch Thursday. Burgers and hot dogs were on the menu, as the first respsonders were treated to a cookout in the hospital’s emergency garage. The director of St. Luke’s Emergency Department says he and his staff appreciate everything EMS does. “We are fortunate in this region to…

21 Charged in Global Sex Trafficking Ring

RING HAD PROSTITUTION HOUSES IN MINNEAPOLIS

May 25, 2017

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (KMSP) – Investigators from Minnesota assisted in breaking up an international prostitution ring that trafficked women from Thailand to cities across the United States, including Minneapolis, acting U.S. District Attorney Greg G. Broker announced Thursday. Twenty-one people have been charged with their role in the organization. Of the people charged, 10 were Thai nationals and 11 were U.S….

Trump Travel Ban Blocked; Fight Headed for Supreme Court

May 25, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban “speaks with vague words of national security, but in context drips with religious intolerance, animus and discrimination,” a federal appeals court said Thursday in ruling against the executive order targeting six Muslim-majority countries. Trump’s administration vowed to take the fight to the U.S. Supreme Court. In a 10-13 vote, the 4th…

Minnesota Budget Discussion Continues

Transportation Infrastructure Money Comes Forward

May 25, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Legislative leaders have released a bill to borrow more than $1 billion for public construction projects that includes more than $250 million for transportation infrastructure. The bonding bill is expected to the final piece of legislation that lawmakers take up during the special session, which was envisioned as a one-day event for Tuesday but entered its third day…

Finance Committee Approves UW Tuition Freeze

May 25, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The Legislature’s Republican-controlled budget committee has ditched Gov. Scott Walker’s call to cut University of Wisconsin tuition by 5-percent. The Joint Finance Committee instead voted 12-4 Thursday to continue a tuition freeze for two more years. It’s been in place for four years. Walker said earlier Thursday that continuing the freeze would be a “huge victory”…

Wisconsin Budget Hits Snag

Budget Still Likely to Pass

May 25, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis.-A Republican state senator plans to vote against the state budget as it currently stands, complicating passage of the spending plan. A spokesman for Sen. Steve Nass said Thursday that as the budget stands now, Nass would vote against it. Nass spokesman Mike Mikalsen says elimination of Gov. Scott Walker’s proposed 5 percent University of Wisconsin tuition cut and…

Top Paid CEO in Minnesota is in Health Industry

May 25, 2017

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) – A new survey shows the top paid executive in Minnesota is in the health care industry. Calculations by The Associated press and the executive data firm Equilar show UnitedHealth Group CEO Stephen Hemsley tops the compensation list in Minnesota, earning $15.7 million last year. The health care company is based in Minnetonka and is sixth in…

DMV Offering Temporary Services Near Chetek

May 25, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

CAMERON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles will open a temporary DMV service center for those in Barron County affected by last week’s storms. “Having proof of identity, like a driver’s license or ID car is often the first step to rebuiliding lives after such a tragedy,” said Administrator Kristina Boardman. “With the generous assistance…

Heading into the Kitchen with the A.G. Thomson House

Cooking Connection: Cranberry Wild Rice Strata

May 25, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Cooking Connection we cooked with the A.G. Thomson House. The A.G. Thomson House was built in 1909 in Duluth and now serves as a Bed and Breakfast. Tim and Angie Allen own the establishment and do all the cooking for guests. Angie makes a several breakfast dishes and showed FOX 21 how to make a Cranberry…

Veterans Historical Center Honors Fallen Heroes

Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center Offering Free Admission to Veterans

May 25, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In honor of Memorial Day, the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center will be part of many Memorial Day activities, including free admission for Veterans and active military all weekend. Tonight, the historical center is hosting a program about the release of a new book written about shipbuilding in Duluth. The author, Gerald Sandvick, will be there to sign copies…

Birch Trees Cut Down Illegally in Cook County

Looking for Suspects That Were Driving a Blue Van

May 25, 2017

Site Staff,

COOK COUNTY, Minn.-The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is searching for three or four men who were seen cutting down birch trees illegally in the Tom Lake area. Witnesses said they were driving a blue van and had about 25 birch trees piled up. Those trees are usually sold to craft manufacturers. “Unfortunately, it seems there is a highly profitable market…

One Teen Killed in Plane Crash in Chetek, Wisconsin

One Other Teen in Critical Condition

May 25, 2017

The Associated Press,

CHETEK, Wis.-Hospital officials say the teen who survived a fatal plane crash in northwestern Wisconsin is in serious condition at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Eighteen-year-old Hunter Gillett was a passenger in the two-seat plane that crashed into the Red Cedar River near Chetek Wednesday evening, killing the pilot, 17-year-old Owen Knutson. Cameron School District Administrator Joe Leschisin says Gillett…

Part 2: Downtown Duluth: What’s Next?

May 24, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – In Part 2 of a special report, Downtown Duluth: What’s Next?, you’ll meet a new generation of business developers who are determined to make their mart on West Superior Street – all during a time when the retail industry is feeling the pressure of online shopping an e-commerce. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports. A renaissance, a boom,…