FOLEY, Minn. (AP) — The top prosecutor in a Minnesota county is facing three felonies for allegedly sexually assaulting a child under 16. Benton County Attorney Philip Miller, of Rice, was charged last week with second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a victim younger than 16 and two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct with a victim between the ages of…
DULUTH, Minn.- If you’re looking to share your thoughts or simply have a conversation about change, locals in the Northland meet twice a week for what’s known as Conversations and Coffee. The Family Freedom Center in Duluth organizes the event and invites adults and elders to come out to socialize and just share their ideas about the world. The group…
DULUTH, Minn.- A new donut and waffle shop opened up in Miller Hill Mall on Monday. Itty Bitty Donut Company is owned by a Superior couple, who came up with the idea of having mini donuts all year round after only finding them at fairs and other events. The donut shop also has a topping bar so customers can customize…
DULUTH, Minn.- Some portions of beach along Park Point will close for about a month starting this week for The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin 2021 dredging in the harbor. While the dredging won’t affect traffic the beach from 7th Street to 12th Street will be closed for about a month and a half. The Army Corps of…
DULUTH, Minn.- The City Of Duluth is bringing back its mask mandate for all city employees and the public inside all city-owned buildings — regardless of a person’s vaccination status. “Personally it is frustrating to be at this point,” Duluth Mayor Emily Larson said. “I know that many of us would like this to be over.” “Last week I didn’t…
DULUTH, Minn.- National Night Out was celebrated once again across the Northland Tuesday, serving as a way to bring people together while also promoting police and community partnerships. The Piedmont neighborhood was full of music and the smell of food as everyone celebrated what they call the return to events bringing the neighborhood together. Organizers at Piedmont Dental said they’re…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the mask recommendation in effect, local restaurants also encourage face coverings when indoors. This adds another challenge to the way businesses are operating this summer aside from staffing shortages and altered hours of operation due to the shortages. But the President of the Duluth Local Restaurant Association feels like our restaurants are up to the challenge. “People…
DULUTH, Minn.– County health officials are recommending masks to be worn inside, despite vaccination status, due to a spike in the number of cases throughout Saint Louis County. “We’re just recommending, like the county is recommending, and my staff same thing, their choice at this point, and hopefully it wont get any worse than that, but you know its mainly…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights are asking that their federal trials be separated from the trial of Derek Chauvin, who has already been convicted on state murder charges. Attorneys for J. Kueng and Tou Thao said in court filings Tuesday that their clients would be unfairly prejudiced if they went…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College will once again be requiring masks or facial coverings to be worn in public indoor settings on all four campus locations beginning Wednesday. Lake Superior College President Patricia Rogers wrote in a memo on Tuesday, “The health and safety of our campus community remain among our absolute highest priorities. As we prepare for the…
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth says starting Wednesday masks will be required for staff and the public in all city facilities. “Earlier today, an email was sent to staff alerting them of this change,” Chief Administrative Officer Noah Schuchman said. “This is not a decision that we make lightly and is a short-term step which we feel is…
VIRGINIA, Minn. – A 21-year-old Hibbing man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly stole a St. Louis County Sheriff’s patrol squad and then led authorities on a vehicle pursuit towards Tower. According to police, the incident happened around 10:20 p.m. when a deputy parked the squad car outside of the County Courthouse complex in Virginia, which he believed to be…
(courtesy: Duluth Police Department) DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is rolling out a new community engagement bus just in time for National Night Out. The police department says the bus was donated by the Duluth Transit Authority and was provided through the JAG Grant, which focuses on community policing initiatives. “Since it’s a community engagement bus, we opened…
DULUTH, Minn.- A new way to enjoy the view of the Duluth harbor is opening up this Wednesday as the DECC starts a weekly barbecue event on its harborside patio deck. Boats, Beverages and Barbecue will feature barbecue from Lincoln Park’s “Howard’s Que” and drinks, all while enjoying the ships and boats passing through, including the sailboats that go out…
DULUTH, Minn.- Masks are making a comeback, with some Northland businesses and even UMD requiring them in their buildings. Now St. Louis County Public Health leaders are recommending everyone mask up indoors vaccinated or not — pointing to those who still haven’t gotten the COVID shot for the surge in community spread. “It’s frustrating. It’s unfortunate,” said Amy Westbrook, Public…
DULUTH, Minn. — A brand new food truck called UpDawg is debuting in Duluth on Tuesday, specializing in gourmet hot dogs. The food truck has been a year-and-a-half in the making, facing a few bumps in the road during the pandemic. For co-founders Cory Netland and David Fitch, their brand is all about having fun and figuring out what creative…
DULUTH, Minn.- More summer camps are underway in the Northland. The Duluth-Superior Sailing Association kicked off its youth sailing camp today on Park Point. The week-long camp teaches kid’s age’s seven to twelve how to set up equipment and sail. “The kids are becoming members. So we’re teaching them how to rig their own boats and sail them safely,” said…
DULUTH, Minn.- As of today, Twin Ports Interchange ramp closures are underway. Detour signs and traffic barrels are now set up, blocking I-35 south to Highway 53 north, I-535 north to Highway 53 north, and the on ramp to I-35 south from West Superior Street. The three closures are in place through fall of 2023. “So from a traffic impact…
DULUTH, Minn.- Different businesses in Lincoln Park are experiencing the highs and lows of business due to construction in the area. Bike lane construction on West Superior Street impacted the up and coming area in several ways. Less parking and street closures caused at least one business, Lee’s Pizza to temporarily close. “We do a lot of delivery and pick…
(courtesy: Fox 9) ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – The University of St. Thomas announced it will require students, faculty, and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before returning to campus this fall. According to the university, the decision was made due to the spread of the delta variant. Additionally, following recent CDC guidance, the university will still…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – St. Louis County public health officials say they are recommending face masks be worn in indoor, public places regardless of vaccination status due to substantial transmission of COVID-19 throughout the county. “We are as frustrated as anyone, but more than that, we are concerned by this growth in cases,” said Amy Westbrook, St. Louis County…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Beginning Tuesday, Target says it will require employees who work in stores in certain areas to mask up again. The Minneapolis-based retailer will require masks for employees at stores in areas with a substantial or high risk of transmission of COVID-19, as defined by the CDC, according to a statement. Currently, over 40 Minnesota counties are…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The University of Minnesota is reinstituting its indoor mask mandate for everyone on campus, regardless of vaccination status, starting Tuesday. University President Joan Gabel sent an email to students, faculty, and staff on Monday informing them of the change. Gabel said the decision comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new guidance on…
WADENA, Minn. (AP) — Two people have died and one person has been injured in a house fire in central Minnesota. The fire broke out about 4 a.m. Sunday in Wadena, according to authorities. First responders found a juvenile outside the home with minor injuries. He was treated at Tri-County Healthcare and released a short time later. Firefighters found two…
DULUTH, Minn. — “The Great Twin Ports Get Together” is coming to Wade Stadium in Duluth on August 15th, according to a press release from the organizer. It will include live music featuring five bands playing throughout the day and fun activities for kids, such as bouncy houses and games with prizes. The event will also have beer, popcorn, and…
DULUTH, Minn.- Many triathletes were hungry after putting in the work at the Brewhouse Triathlon Sunday, and packed the nearby Island Lake Inn bar to refuel. Staff at the small business say they appreciate the crowds the triathlon brings in. And this year the event is just part of a summer comeback for their customers, after last year’s season of…
DULUTH Minn.- The weather was perfect Sunday for bikers, runners and swimmers to compete in the 34th Annual Fitgers’ Brewhouse Triathlon at Island Lake. “You can feel the tension in the air and then once the gun goes off — it’s just go time,” said triathlete Mike Ward. More than 400 athletes signed up to compete in this year’s Brewhouse…
DULUTH, Minn.- Lake Superior Zoo’s very own Lily the African lion got a root canal today. The 14 year old lion has been with the zoo since she was only six months old along with her siblings Malkia, and Leo. “We discovered last week that she had broken one of her major canine teeth and that is a big deal…
PROCTOR, Minn.- The South St. Louis County Fair is wrapping up Sunday, overcoming obstacles like severe weather and personal tragedy to bring a festive five days to the city of Proctor. The fair was able to go on successfully, as crowds returned after missing out on last year’s festivities. The fairgrounds included an array of food vendors, a petting zoo,…
(FOX 9) – As drought conditions linger in Minnesota, Superior National Forest is warning campers to secure their food as reports of bears seeking out food from humans are on the rise. According to wildlife officials, the drought has led to a poor berry crop, a major food source for black bears. As a result, the forest has seen increased incidents of…
HIBBING, Minn.- Five Hibbing residents were arrested Saturday night, in connection to a month-long investigation into meth distribution on the Iron Range, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. According to a spokesperson with the Sheriff’s Office, three of the five were arrested after a traffic stop in Itasca County yielded “a large quantity of Methamphetamine.” They were lodged…
DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth resident who overcame homelessness decided to give back to that population with a barbecue to raise money and donations Saturday. The event took place in the Central Hillside Park next to One Roof Community Housing. Anyone in need could come take a hot meal or supplies for free. Donations of those items such as toothpaste and…
DULUTH, Minn.- We’re here at All Pints North Summer Brewfest where hundreds of people get to try more than 120 different types of beer from local Minnesota breweries. Several breweries had games and novelty items for people to enjoy. Hippie and construction inspired themes were among the many breweries like Bent Paddle took part in. “We just love that so…
DULUTH, Minn.- The unofficially named Duluth Farmers’ Market Jam Band is a group of strangers who first met at the market years ago and now play music together at pop-ups each season. “It’s just the weekly jam band,” said local Gerhardt Moster-Beard. “People who wanna play come down here. The numbers vary week to week. It’s playing music together. I’m…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Farmers’ Market celebrated National Farmers’ Market Week this morning with special treats products. From fresh produce to raw honey vendors across the Northland showed up for a busy Saturday morning. “My favorite part is actually being down here and selling and seeing the people we haven’t seen in a while,” said Lois Hoffbauer. “Farmer Doug and…
BARNUM, Minn.- The 62nd Annual Minnesota Trappers Association Convention returned this weekend after a pandemic pause in 2020, continuing their work of “helping to perpetuate the nation’s oldest industry – the fur trade…to preserve the trapping heritage and your right to trap.” FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich shows us the sights and sounds of the 2021 show. Categories: Community, Entertainment,…
DULUTH, Minn.- One male suspect is in custody following an early morning shooting in Duluth’s Spirit Valley neighborhood, and a standoff in Morgan Park Saturday, according to the Duluth Police Department. According to a spokesperson with the Department, around 2:30 a.m. Saturday officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 4700 block of Grand Ave. At the scene,…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse held their 9th annual Golf Scramble, socks for survivors at Nemadji Golf Course in Superior. “This is a good chance for me and my friends to get together and it’s a good cause and stuff like that,” said participant Brent Price. CASDA’s socks for survivors theme stems from how some abuse…
DULUTH, Minn.– On E 9th Street, the Hillside Makers Market set up for its grand opening, bringing local craftspeople together to showcase their products. The HMM is a pop-up market that is providing a place for local makers and artisans to display their creations in a more accessible location in East Hillside. Two local women spearheaded the event, and feel…
DULUTH, Minn.– In 1977, a local man purchased a Texaco gas station in Duluth, and after operating it for a couple of years, he decided to shift gears towards following his passion, which are buying and selling old cars. At 81 years old, Don Chesney is still operating and enjoying every day at Airport Auto on Rice Lake Road, and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Construction on the East Superior Street Reconditioning Project will begin on Monday, August 2, according to the City of Duluth. The project work area will take place between 45th and 60th Avenue East. Traffic control signs will be placed throughout the work area. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained for most of the project. Construction crews…
(FOX 9) – The unpleasant, record-poor air quality that Minnesota has faced in recent days as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts down to Minnesota isn’t going anywhere this weekend. On Friday, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency extended its air quality alert, saying that smoky conditions will linger and worsen over the weekend. The pollution control agency says the worse will…
(AP) – New evidence showing the delta variant is as contagious as chickenpox has prompted U.S. health officials to consider changing advice on how the nation fights the coronavirus. Recommending masks for everyone and requiring vaccines for doctors and other health care providers are among measures the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is considering. That’s according to internal documents…
HIBBING, Minn. – Two people have now been federally indicted for trafficking and distributing controlled substances after Hibbing police, with the help of K9 Chase, located drugs in their vehicle during a traffic stop in April. According to authorities, Hibbing officers conducted a traffic stop on an SUV around 1:50 a.m. on the morning of April 20. During the traffic…
(AP) – President Joe Biden is sounding the alarm about the need for more resources to fight a series of wildfires in Western states. The president met Friday with governors of western states to discuss the resulting supply shortages as the fires have worsened. Biden says climate change is to blame for the spread and ferocity of the blazes. Washington…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Family and friends in Minnesota broke into cheers and screams for Sunisa Lee. She was one of their own, and the 18-year-old gymnast had captured the women’s all-around gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Her triumph delighted all of Minnesota but carried special resonance in the state’s large and close-knit Hmong American community. Dozens of Lee family…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – An air quality alert remained in effect for most of Minnesota as the state deals with smoke from Canadian wildfires that has created some of the highest particulate readings on record. Gov. Tim Walz and several other governors plan to talk virtually with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris about the nation’s growing wildfire crisis…
HAYWARD, Wis.- The 61st annual Lumberjack World Championships and festival in Hayward, Wisconsin, where competitors, fans and vendors are gathering for all things wood. Although last year’s event was canceled due to the pandemic people are happy for its return at the Lumberjack Bowl. “I’m very thankful to be having this event this year,” said competitor Ben Hansen. “All the…
TWIN PORTS– With the rental moratorium slowly on its way out, Minnesota and Wisconsin are both taking extra steps to make sure renters are caught up, and not left in a tough spot. In Duluth, property managers and housing companies are not sure how this will impact the city just yet, but they want be ready to respond and help…
DULUTH, Minn.– More than one hundred breweries from around the state of Minnesota will be set up at Bayfront Festival Park on Saturday as All Pints North returns to Duluth. Featuring different craft brews, local store vendors, food trucks and live music, the return of this event has been highly anticipated as the state of 10 thousand lakes brings some…
