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Fatalities on Minnesota Roads Reaches 100, Down from 2016

May 15, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Preliminary data from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety show that 103 people have died on Minnesota roads so far this year. The state reported 100 deaths on April 27 in 2016. The most recent deaths reported include a two vehicle crash in St. Louis County involving a 7-year-old girl and a 26-year-old man, alcohol is…

Battle Over Minnesota Budget Continues

Legislators Have Until May 22 to Finalize Budget

May 15, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota’s political leaders are entering the legislative homestretch with no budget deal in sight. It’s familiar territory. Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton and the Republican–controlled Legislature have until the May 22 deadline to finish the budget. Few are uttering the dirtiest “s” word in state government yet, but the prospect of another painful shutdown is looming. That’s what happened…

3 Injured as Train Hits Pickup

Truck Did Not Stop at Railroad Crossing

May 15, 2017

Greg Chandler,

BASSETT TWP., Minn. – Three Iron Range teenagers were injured when their pickup truck was hit by a train. The crash happened around 4 this afternoon on Sikbo Rd. in Bassett Township, Southeast of Hoyt Lakes. According to the St. Louis County Sheriffs’ Office, the pickup tried to beat the train through a crossing. The teens were taken to a…

Enbridge Pipeline Replacement Environmental Review Up for Public Comment

May 15, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Department of Commerce is soliciting input on a draft environmental review of Enbridge Energy’s proposed replacement for its aging Line 3 crude oil pipeline across northern Minnesota. The release Monday of the environmental review kicks off the public comment period. The $7.5 billion project would replace a pipeline from the 1960s that no…

Annual Gala to Support Northern Lights Foundation

"A Night to Shine" Honors Children Battling Life-Threatening Illnesses

May 15, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week you can enjoy a nice evening out all while supporting a local organization. The Northern Lights Foundation is hosting their annual gala at Greysolon Ballroom by Black Woods on Wednesday, May 17th, 2017. The foundation and gala support local children facing life–threatening illnesses. Black Woods Catering will prepare a dinner, there will be a brief program…

Promotion Aims to Support Downtown Local Businesses

Coffee Conversation: Get Downtown Week

May 15, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spring tourism season is starting and more folks will be heading to downtown to get some shopping done. Get Downtown Week, put on by the Greater Downtown Council, is running through May 20. More than 30 businesses are teaming up to offer special BOGO deals this week. This is the second year for this promotion and it’s a…

Man, Girl Killed In Iron Range Crash

Authorities Believe Alcohol Was a Factor In Accident

May 14, 2017

Dan Hanger,

IRON RANGE – The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal alcohol-related crash that’s claimed the life of a 7-year-old Hibbing girl and a 26-year-old man from Superior. That accident happened just before midnight Saturday on U.S. Highway 169 near Buhl. Authorities say Jason Gates of superior was driving under the influence of alcohol when his vehicle collided with the…

Nikki’s Notebook: Lessons On the Superior Hiking Trail

Man Plans to Walk Entire Trail To Pick Up Trash

May 14, 2017

Nikki Davidson,

As it continues to warm up, more hikers are hitting the trails, and thanks to a program through Granite Gear one Duluth man is on a mission to hike all 300 miles of the Lake Superior Hiking trail. He’s doing the hike to teach an important lesson, the value of respecting our planet. Lloyd Fisher is one of 15 people…

Annual Smelt Parade Takes On Downtown Duluth

May 14, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn. – Smelt, smelters and other mythical creatures marched down the Lakewalk Saturday for the Annual Run-Smelt-Run Parade and Party. It’s an annual tradition that is unique to the Northland. The parade starts in Canal Park before heading down the Lakewalk to the Zeitgeist Arts Café where party-goers enjoy a fish fry. Check out the video for all the…

‘Get Downtown Week’ Is Full Of Deals

Promotion Lasts Through May 20

May 14, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s :”Get Downtown Week” in Duluth, and businesses are encouraging people to shop locally with deals. Downtown Duluth is full of businesses, many of them locally owned, and more than 30 of those businesses are enticing people to get downtown with special deals. All you have to do is present a Get Downtown Card, which you can…

‘Love Locks’ Building On Portion Of Lakewalk

City Allowing Trend, Monitoring Safety

May 14, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The love is continuing to build in the form of dozens of locks on a portion of Duluth’s Lakewalk. All types of padlocks can be seen attached to four wooden posts behind Comfort Inn and Suites. Love Locks, as they are often called, have become a growing trend across the country and even the world where sweethearts…

Ray “Skip” Sandman Running for Seat in Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District

He Plans to Run on a Progressive Platform

May 14, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- Ray Skip Sandman announced that he will be running for Congress in Minnesota’s 8th congressional district. Sandman is a Vietnam veteran and a former corrections officer. He says he plans to run on a progressive platform advocating for women’s health, protecting the environment and raising the minimum wage, but is still unsure what party he plans to represent….

Duluth Mother Gives Back to Essentia NICU

Amanda Mallinson Had Two Babies in the NICU, Now She Works There

May 14, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – Beth Hall has seen many patients in her 34 years at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s, but remembers the first time she met Amanda Mallinson well. “I remember her being a young, vulnerable, new mom who was scared to death,” said Hall. Amanda just gave birth to her son, Riley. However, Riley was premature and needed a lengthy stay at…

North Shore Tourism Season Begins

Officials Are Expecting Busiest Summer Ever

May 14, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Once summer weather arrives, the tourism rush is on along Lake Superior’s North Shore. If the recent trend continues, this could be some destinations’ busiest season yet. The North Shore has always been a favorite Minnesota vacation spot. “When the sun is shining, people like to take rides up from the Twin Cities and see the…

Mother’s Day Tea Served to Chris Jensen Residents

Health and Rehabilitation Center Treated Mothers and Families to Roses and Tea

May 14, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – In honor of Mother’s Day today, residents at Chris Jensen Health and Rehabilitation Center in Duluth were treated to a special Mother’s Day tea. Everyone got free soaps donated by North Star Academy, and mothers and their family members were each given a rose. “Some people have expressed that their family members live out of town so,…

Grandma’s Boxcar Open for the Season

Canal Park Favorite Serves Ice Cream, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches

May 14, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Another sign of summer: In Canal Park, the Boxcar Ice Cream Machine is back open for the season. You probably recognize the small business. It’s right next to the historic Grandma’s Restaurant. Ice cream, hot dogs, popcorn, and sandwiches bought right out the doors of this old boxcar. “I mean, it’s just kind of unique,” says Max…

College of St. Scholastica celebrates graduation

CSS commencement held at Amsoil Arena

May 13, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – The college of Saint Scholastica held its commencement at Amsoil Arena. Nearly 700 saints marched across the stage to pick up their degrees. 1981 Saint Scholastica grad, Patrick Schiltz gave Saturday’s commencement address. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Families walk and run for Mother’s Day

Runners and walkers get together for a good cause

May 13, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, heck, everyone was invited to celebrate a Twin Ports Mother’s Day tradition. Runners of all ages gathered at Clyde Iron Works for the 33rd annual Duluth YMCA run/walk. Saturday’s events included Betty’s Race, Duluth’s only 5–k for women only. No matter which event they were in everyone got a good workout for a good cause….

Youth Helped Transform the Lake Superior Zoo for a Day

The Day Included Activities for Families of All Ages

May 13, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- 9th grade students from the Northland Foundation’s Kids Plus Youth Leadership Academy helped transform the lake Superior Zoo. The group, called “Lions Tigers and Leaders, oh my!” helped build a nature play space in the zoo, and put on fun activities like face painting and games. The goal of the Northland foundation’s kid’s plus youth leadership program is…

Belly Dancers Shake Their Hips for a Good Cause

They Danced to Raise Money to Fight Domestic Violence

May 13, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Shimmy mob celebrated world belly dance day through dancing for a good cause for the second year in a row. The Shimmy Mob made appearances in Leif Erickson park, the lake walk, and Bent Paddle’s Festiversary to shake those hips and raise funds for Safe Haven and Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse. “We have women from…

Lake Superior Railroad Museum Celebrates National Train Day

May 13, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Railroad museum celebrated National Train day, Saturday. Train lovers had the chance to see the Steam locomotive number 28 which was steamed up and on display to the public for the first time. The day also included kid friendly activities, live music, and a dedication and christening of steam locomotive number 28. “To preserve this…

Bent Paddle Celebrates 4th Anniversary

Bent Paddle Debuted a New Beer, the Kanu Session Pale Ale.

May 13, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- Bent Paddle celebrated their 4 year Anniversary with their annual event, Festiversary. Festival attendees enjoyed beer infused with special flavors, food trucks, games, and family friendly activities. They also received a commemorative Festiversary pint glass and a complimentary 16 ounce beer. “We do it just because we’re so grateful to everyone in Duluth and beyond for helping bent paddle…

Northlanders Enjoy MN State Fishing Opener

11-Year-Old Keegan Charnley Takes Us Fishing With His Dad

May 13, 2017

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Johnson Calls Possible Trump Recording “Troubling”

Wisconsin Senator Not Calling for Special Investigator

May 13, 2017

Greg Chandler,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson says it “would be troubling” if President Donald Trump recorded conversations with former FBI Director James Comey. Trump tweeted Friday that Comey “better hope that there are no `tapes’ of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press.” Johnson told reporters Saturday he interpreted that to mean Comey may have…

Gov. Dayton Reels One In at Opener

The Governor Caught a Smallmouth Bass

May 13, 2017

Greg Chandler,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) Gov. Mark Dayton caught a 3-pound, 17-and-a-half-inch bass during the annual Governor’s Fishing Opener. The Democratic governor shared a pontoon boat with Republican legislative leaders on Saturday. They went out on the Mississippi River in St. Cloud. Dayton told reporters that no one discussed the budget, after talks stalled last week. He says budget talks will…

Fundraiser For New Good Neighbor Boxes

Boxes For Non Perishable Items

May 12, 2017

Joey Norton,

Superior’s Lake Point Church wants to bring the community together through puzzles and history. The church wants to raise money for its “good neighbor boxes”. These boxes are like library donation boxes but organizers want non–perishable food and other household items. Those items in turn will be given to people in need. “I’ve gone through hard times and other people…

Bent Paddle Hosts Festiversary

Block Party To Be Held Saturday

May 12, 2017

Joey Norton,

Bent Paddle celebrates another year of brewing beer tomorrow and they’re throwing a big party. Bent Paddle hosts “festiversary” tomorrow as a way to show their appreciation to the Twin Ports’ craft beer community and celebrate four years of business. The kid friendly event features activities for all ages plus food trucks and plenty of bent paddle beer “It’s been…

Duluth’s Got Talent

Finals Were Held At Lincoln Park MS

May 12, 2017

Joey Norton,

The finals of Duluth’s Got Talent was held tonight. 14 acts made the final cut and performed in front of an audience at Lincoln Park Middle School. There was anything from a ventriloquist, opera singers and local bands that you may have seen during Home Grown. Money raised from tonight’s event will go towards a scholarship fund. “Any student that…

Minnesota BCA Issues Amber Alert

Authorities are Looking for 7 Month Old Carter Sims

May 12, 2017

Greg Chandler,

UPDATE: Twenty-five minutes after the alert was issued, the Bloomington Police Department cancel the alert. Sims was located safe and Miles was taken into custody. BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension issued an Amber Alert for a 7 month old black male, Carter Dijhion Sims. Sims was abducted by 19 year old Sharline Briana Miles. Miles can…

Police Looking for Missing Man

He Was Last Seen May 5th

May 12, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. -The Duluth Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing person Larry Alan Hoffman. Hoffman is a white male, 60 years old white male, 5’4″ tall, between 210–220 pounds., has brown hair with grey in it, grey beard and brown eyes. Hoffman also has a tattoo of a Tasmanian Devil on the upper left arm. Hoffman…

Mountain Iron Kitchen Fire Leaves 2 Dogs Deceased

May 12, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn. – Five fire departments along with the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to a house fire in the 8000 block of Gardenia Street in Mountain Iron, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Department. The fire appeared to have started in the kitchen, and crews were able to contain the fire. The house was unoccupied…

Superior Police Discuss Results of Community Survey

May 12, 2017

William Seay,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Police Department has given a new voice to the citizens they are sworn to protect and serve. They announced the results of a community survey at a press conference earlier today. Survey participants were given an 86-item questionnaire about their preferences and perceptions about the Superior Police. The survey, the first of its kind for…

Duluth Mayor Kicks Off 6th Annual Bike Ride Through the City

May 12, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — Dozens of bikers crowded the front steps of Duluth’s City Hall, to join Mayor Emily Larson on a bike ride through the city. The sixth annual Mayor’s Bike Ride and luncheon is part of Bus-Bike-Walk-Duluth, a month-long celebration in the city. From city hall, the group of people on bicycles of all sizes, rode through downtown toward…

Fountains Flowing Again in Canal Park

Fountains Mark the Beginning of Tourism Season

May 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Canal Park fountains across the street from Angie’s Cantina are flowing again, which marks the beginning of the summer tourism season. The streets were hopping this morning in the Canal as tourists and Duluthians alike, took in the sights. For one family, it was a very special occasion for their infant daughter. “It’s beautiful,” said Perry Regas, who…

Salvation Army Host ‘Stamp Out the Hunger’ Food Drive Tomorrow

Salvation Army Also Needs Help Sorting Food

May 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Salvation Army and the U.S. Post Office are partnering up tomorrow for their 25th “Stamp Out the Hunger” Food Drive. All you have to do is leave a bag of non-perishable food near your mailbox and the postal worker will pick it up. The drive couldn’t come at a better time, because with schools out, low-income students have…

Cooking Oil Dumped at Head of Superior Hiking Trail

Parks Department Looking for Volunteers to Clean-up Area

May 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Parks Department was left with a mess yesterday, after finding 14 jugs of cooking oil that were dumped at the head of the Superior Hiking Trail. The parks department is reminding the public that these types of situations create major challenges for them. You can help by volunteering. To find out more, call 218-730-4334. Categories: Crime, Environment,…

Anglers Prepare Boats for Fishing Opener

Experts Give Tips on How to Stay Safe

May 12, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota fishing opener is Saturday, and stores across the Northland are busy with people getting last minute supplies. Fishing Store owners we talked with said a lot of the anglers already have their fishing licenses thanks to the warm weather, and what customers are buying now, are items like new fishing rods. ” Get new fishing line on…

Dodge Ram Pickup Recall: Air Bags, Belts May Be Disabled

May 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) – Fiat Chrysler is recalling approximately 1 million trucks in North America due to a software glitch that could prevent side air bags and seatbelts from deploying during a rollover. The company’s U.S. division said Friday that it is aware of one death, two injuries, and two accidents that may be related to the problem. The…

Regional Wisconsin Opioid Centers Treat 277 People

May 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Three regional opioid treatment programs that got grants under a 2014 state law treated close to 300 people last year. That’s according to a report the state Department of Health released Friday. The three programs, Northeast Wisconsin Opioid Treatment Services, the HOPE Consortium and the NorthLakes Community Clinic, received a total of $2 million in state…

Superior Woman Pleads Not Guilty in Fatal Crash on London Road

May 12, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Theresa Katzmark (St. Louis County Jail) DULUTH, Minn. – A Superior woman accused of killing a woman on London Road in Duluth, pleaded not guilty at a hearing on Friday, May 12. Forty-nine-year-old Theresa Katzmark is charged with criminal vehicular homicide in the death of 62-year-old Donna Estrem. The incident happened on April 4, when Katzmark allegedly struck and killed…

Iowa Looks to Team Up with Minnesota for Medical Marijuana

May 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Top state lawmakers are trying to work out a system allowing Iowa residents to start buying medical marijuana oils and pills in Minnesota. A novel arrangement that could raise issues with the federal government. It’s not a done deal yet. The legislation creating a tightly controlled medical marijuana program is still awaiting Governor Terry Brandstad’s…

Duluth City Council Cancels Meeting to Discuss Limiting City’s Rights Legislation

Dayton Vows to Veto Legislation

May 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-On Monday, the Duluth City Council was going to hold a special meeting to discuss keeping more decision-making power with the local government. This was in light of Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton looking into legislation that would limit cities abilities to regulate issues like sick time. That meeting has now been cancelled. Dayton said this week he would veto…

MISSING: Larry Hoffman

Last seen on May 5, 2017

May 12, 2017

Site Staff,

Larry Hoffman DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Larry Alan Hoffman, who was last seen on May 5. Hoffman is described as a 60-year-old male, 5’3″, 200 pounds, with gray hair and green eyes. Authorities state that it is imperative that Hoffman is located due to his need for his prescribed medications….

Walker to Tell Republicans He’s ‘Ready’ for Run

May 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Governor Scott Walker plans to tell Republicans that he’s ready to run for re-election next year. Walker has been indicating for months he’ll seek a third term in 2018. Excerpts released Friday of his Wisconsin Republican Party convention speech show he’s going to tell party insiders on Saturday that he sees no reason not to. Walker…

Drug Epidemic Increases Hepatitis C Cases in Wisconsin

May 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Acute Hepatitis C cases have skyrocketed in Wisconsin, increasing 450 percent from 2011 to 2015. State health officials tell Wisconsin Public Radio that most infections resulted form injection drug use. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention encourages needle exchanges as a way to thwart drug addicts from spreading disease. The agency released its Morbidity and…

Guns Taken by Man Who Wrote Manifesto May Not Be Found

May 12, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Joseph Jakubowski JANESVILLE, Wis. (AP) – Rock County Sheriff’s investigators aren’t sure an automatic weapon and 12 handguns ditched by the man who wrote a threatening manifesto will ever be found. Authorities say they found five of the 18 weapons stolen from a Janesville area gun shop with Joseph Jakubowski after a manhunt which ended about 125 miles away in…

Getting Prepared for Fishing Opener

Local Expert Gives Safety and Fishing Tips

May 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hundreds of Minnesotans will be heading to the lake this weekend, all with the hope of catching a big one. The Minnesota Fishing Opener is Saturday, May 13. Russ Francisco, the owner of Marine General, says the most important thing to keep in your boat is a life jacket. He adds it’s important all child’s life jackets…

Kids Plant Trees in Cloquet for an Arbor Day Celebration

225 Kids Had the Chance to Help Plant a Forest

May 12, 2017

Lena Takada,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The sound of kids chattering and planting bars crunching into the Earth filled the air in a field on Mission road in Cloquet. It was for the annual Arbor Day Celebration, where experts and volunteers taught 4th grade students about trees, and how to plant them. “You have this thing it’s kinda like a shovel, you put it…

Water Aerobics with the Duluth YMCA

Active Adventures: Workout in the Water

May 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth YMCA offers many options for getting active and one gets you in the pool. Water aerobics is a low impact, therapeutic, aerobic, and strength conditioning class. The class is open to all ages. For more information on the class and all the Duluth YMCA has to offer, call (218) 722-4745 or head to duluthymca.org. The…

Cloquet Community Garden is Ready for the Season

Gardeners in Cloquet have a community spot to grow

May 12, 2017

Graham Hakala,

CLOQUET, Minn. – There’s a new community garden ready for gardeners in Cloquet. After two years of planning, the Cloquet Community Garden is ready to see some plants this spring. The land for the garden was donated by Zion Lutheran Church, and is available for members of the community who would like a place to plant things. “Here, it’s available, ready to…