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Minnesota Attorney General Files 76 Charges Against Hill City Assisted Living Facility

September 24, 2019

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – On Monday, the office of Attorney General Keith Ellison filed 76 charges against 10 people in connection with the assisted living facility Chappy’s Golden Shores. According to reports, charges include manslaughter, assault, neglect, racketeering, theft, perjury, and operating a comprehensive home-care facility without a license. The former owner Theresa Lee Olson faces 25 charges alone including…

Officials: 75,000 Vaping Cartridges Seized in Anoka County

The Cartridges are Believed to be From Out of State

September 24, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Law enforcement officials say they’ve seized 75,000 vaping cartridges in Anoka County. The Department of Public Safety says the cartridges are believed to have come from out of state for distribution in Minnesota. Lung illnesses tied to vaping have become a major health concern in recent months, with hundreds of people stricken nationwide and at…

Student Charged for Making Bomb Threats Against University of St. Thomas

Persaud Will Make His First Court Appearance Tuesday at 2 p.m.

September 24, 2019

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – A University of St. Thomas student was arrested Tuesday and is now facing federal charges for allegedly making a series of hoax bomb threats against the university. U.S. District Attorney Erica MacDonald announced federal charges against Ray Ghansham Persaud, 20, of Blaine, Minnesota for calling in bomb threats to St. Thomas on three separate dates…

UMD Helps Students Register to Vote During Voterpalooza

The Event Will be Held From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

September 24, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Voterpalooza is being held today in the Kirby Garage Kirby Student Center at UMD from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event, which is organized by the Minnesota Public Interest Research Group and the UMD Student Association, aims to make voting more accessible to young people by providing them with registration forms that will be sent to…

Tackle Student Debt During College Savings Month

September is National College Savings Month, Financial Professional Barry Bigelow Offers Advice on Tackling College Debt

September 24, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – In Minnesota, the average graduate leaves college with $32,052 in student loan debt. September is college savings month and local financial professional Barry Bigelow from Great Waters Financial recently stopped by FOX 21 Local News with tips to tackle student debt. Student debt is at an all time high, how much do we owe in student loans?…

Duluth Council Packed for 5-Cent Charge Ordinance for Single-Use Bags

Dozens speak in support of the ordinance, no one speaks against.

September 23, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A potential new ordinance in Duluth could mean that for every paper or plastic bag you use from a store, you’re charged an extra five cents. The proposal is got its first read at Monday night’s City Council meeting, with residents sharing how they feel about it during public comments. They could vote on the ordinance at their…

Demolition Expected for Merritt Park Community Center

September 23, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – West Duluth residents will soon have to say goodbye the Merritt Park Community Center. Starting this week, residents can expect to see workers preparing to tear down the center. Over the years, the building has deteriorated. City officials say it would cost nearly three quarters of a million dollars in maintenance and upgrades. The demolition is part…

Council Reads Ordinance Charging 5 Cents Per Single-Use Bags

Ordinance is an effort to phase out single-use paper or plastic bags in the City.

September 23, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluthians are one step closer to being charged five cents for every single-use plastic or paper carryout bag used while shopping. The ordinance gets its first read at City Council Monday night. It would apply to all retail establishments, excluding bags used to transport take-out food, bags from pharmacists, and bags for produce and meats. The retailers would keep…

Duluth Police Identify Victim in West Duluth Shooting

Police Say This is an Active and Ongoing Investigation

September 23, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has identified the victim of the Sunday morning West Duluth shooting as 33-year-old Timothy Jon Nelson. According to authorities, Nelson’s cause of death was determined to be from a gunshot wound to the abdomen and has been ruled a homicide. According to reports, police responded reports of shots fired around 1:45 a.m. near…

Insect-Borne Disease Kills Wild Deer in SE Minnesota

EHD is Spread by a Biting Insect Called a Midge, or No-Seeum

September 23, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A disease spread by insects has killed a wild deer near Caledonia in Houston County of southeastern Minnesota and is suspected in the death of another deer nearby. The Department of Natural Resources said Monday that Houston County is the second county in Minnesota where wild deer have contracted epizootic hemorrhagic disease, or EHD. The…

Cloquet Police: Missing Cloquet Teen Found Safe

September 23, 2019

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The missing Cloquet teen has been found safe, according to the Cloquet Police Department. Genesis Lacqier-Stillday, 15, has been located safe in Duluth. Lacquier-Stillday had been missing since Friday after not coming home from school. Cloquet Police thank assisting law enforcement agencies and the public for helping in Genesis’s safe return. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest…

Man Sentenced to Probation for Threats of Violence Against Duluth East

Busch was Arrested on April 5 While Working at the School

September 23, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 36-year-old man accused of threatening to shoot up Duluth East High School in April was sentenced to five years of probation Monday morning. Travis John Anthony Warner Busch pleaded guilty to one count of Threats of Violence and one count of Possession of a Machine Gun Conversion Kit in July. Conditions of his probation include no…

Visit Cook County Announces Busy Lineup of Autumn Events

Staff at Visit Cook County Anticipate Peak Season to be Around the Last Weekend in September

September 23, 2019

Brett Scott,

COOK COUNTY, Minn. – Fall colors are popping along the North Shore, prompting the staff at Visit Cook County to encourage leaf lookers to take a drive and enjoy the majestic maple forests full of vibrant colors. Linda Jurek with Visit Cook County stopped by FOX 21 Local News to chat about a plethora of upcoming events this autumn. Jurek…

Old Fashioned Fun, Entertainment Highlight Lester River Rendezvous

Lester River Rendezvous is Happening Saturday, September 28 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

September 23, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Northlanders are invited to take part in the 21st annual Lester River Rendezvous Saturday, September 28. Before the main event this weekend, students from across Northern Minnesota will have the chance to explore and learn lifelong skills at the 2019 Lester River Rendezvous starting Thursday, September 26. For two days, classrooms will come alive outdoors as students…

Body of Teen Pulled From Redwood River

The Teen Was Last Seen on September 15

September 23, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Authorities say the body of a teenager reported missing while swimming with others in a western Minnesota river has been found. The Star Tribune reports the body of 16-year-old Thunder W. Brothersofall, of Redwood Falls, was located about 6:10 p.m. Saturday in the north-flowing Redwood River. Redwood Falls police say three men in kayaks searching for Brothersofall…

Orr Auto Dealer, Repair Business Burns in Early Morning Fire

The Fire was Reported Around 1:45 a.m. Monday, September 23

September 23, 2019

Brett Scott,

Courtesy: Friends of the Northland FireWire ORR, Minn. – An early morning fire has resulted in the total loss of Wally’s Auto Service in downtown Orr. According to Friends of the Northland FireWire and St. Louis County officials, the call for help came in around 1:45 a.m. Monday, September 23. The Orr Fire Department, along with mutual aid from Cook…

Blankets, Sleeping Bags Wanted for Homeless as Weather Cools

Donations can be dropped off at CHUM, Damiano Center, or Loaves and Fishes.

September 22, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- There’s a strong need for donations to help keep the homeless in Duluth warm right now and into the winter. Besides hats and gloves, CHUM’s drop-in shelter on First Avenue West needs as many sleeping bags and blankets as possible. This comes especially with the up-and-down weather the Northland has been experiencing lately. “If we look over the…

Chester Bowl Fall Fest Brings Autumn Fun

Rain pushes Festival back to Sunday, park still filled.

September 22, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Saturday’s rain wasn’t enough to keep the 35th Annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest down. The event was rescheduled for Sunday, bringing thousands to the park. There were 130 vendors selling handcrafted items as well as 8 food vendors. The fresh caramel apples are one of the most popular treats, sold by the Duluth Lions club for more than…

Hundreds Muddied Up at Dirt Yard Dash

7th Annual Dirt Yard Dash brought all ages out to run through the mud,

September 22, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The sloshing of mud, followed by the cheers of fans, fills the air. “It’s more mental than it is physical,” said Peter Koering. No, these people jogging through the woods aren’t running from the law, they’re running through the mud for fun. “I don’t know it’s kinda fun for, I mean it’s nice, it’s what I do at…

A Story of Hope and Inspiration: Jeff LeMay Returns to the Sideline

Jeff LeMay was in a coma for over a week, but now is back on the sideline with the Saints football team

September 22, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- A story of hope and inspiration as one St. Scholastica athlete was honored this weekend. Jeff LeMay who was hit by a vehicle almost two months ago while crossing the street, is now up, walking, and even got to join his teammates for the first time since the accident at the homecoming football game. Back on July 31st,…

UMD Walks a Mile to Support People with Disabilities

12th Annual Walk a Mile in Our Shoes hopes to raise $50,000.

September 21, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a sea of burgundy at the UMD Fieldhouse for Udac’s 12th Annual Walk a Mile in Our Shoes event. UMD athletes and Band students walked a one mile journey to support those who journey through life with intellectual and developmental disabilities. UMD teams were encouraged to raise funds before enjoying the energetic morning on campus. “It…

Lawmakers Hold Community Conversation on Cannabis

Duluth is the first stop of 15 communities to give feedback.

September 21, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth was the first stop on a list of 15 communities lawmakers are planning on visiting to get feedback from community members as they craft a marijuana legalization bill to present to the house when they reconvene in February. In a town hall format the five lawmakers heard thoughts and concerns about legalizing cannabis. From whether or not…

St. Luke’s Management, Nurses Reach Tentative Contract Agreement

Strike vote withdrawn Monday, nurses to vote on the contract Wednesday.

September 21, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- In the early hours of Saturday morning, nurses at St. Luke’s reached a tentative contract agreement with hospital management. The nurses’ negotiating team is recommending a “yes” vote to ratify. This comes after the nurses voted to strike last Monday. The nurses will withdraw the strike notice this Monday. The new contract addresses the staffing shortage at the…

Hundreds of Health Professionals Address Problems in Medicine at MN Medical Association Conference

September 20, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hundreds of health professionals filled the DECC in Duluth for the annual Minnesota Medical Association conference. Attendees participated in open forums. Multiple health vendors were available to share information on different services. Every year, the conference is a way for doctors and other health professionals to get together to discuss problems in medicine. One major issue is…

Minnesota Student’s Questionable School Lunch Post Goes Viral

September 20, 2019

Site Staff,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (FOX 9) – A Minnesota student’s Facebook post has gone viral after she shared an image of a meal one school attempted to pass off as a suitable lunch – prompting officials to issue what many called a “condescending” apology. Maryn Holler, a student at Apollo High School in St. Cloud, was left feeling both thankful and…

Trump Proposal Could cut off Food Stamps to 35K in Minnesota

September 20, 2019

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota food pantry officials are opposing a federal proposal that could take away food stamp benefits from more than 35,000 state residents. The Trump administration in July proposed closing what it calls “a loophole” that that enables people receiving only minimal benefits from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program to be eligible automatically…

Get Lost In A Corn Maze

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: Ru-Ridge Corn Maze Family Fun

September 20, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: Get lost in a corn maze with Fox 21’s Meteorologist Brittney Merlot and Brett Scott. We timed their adventure to see how long it took to get out! Ru-Ridge is a 400 acre farm with 8 acres of corn maze and family activities including a straw bale maze, ninja course, petting zoo, pumpkin painting, games, corn piles, photo…

International Falls Mayor Bob Anderson Passes Away at Age 77

September 20, 2019

Site Staff,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Wis. – International Falls Mayor Bob Anderson has passed away. City officials confirmed that Mayor Anderson’s family notified the city of his passing early Friday morning. Anderson, 77, had been serving as mayor since 2013. His current term was up in 2020. Anderson had also served as mayor in International Falls in the 1980s. Categories: Minnesota, News, News…

Enjoy Ciders for a Cause Tuesday at Wild State Cider

Ciders for a Cause will Help Support Transportation, Community Development Efforts

September 20, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – You’re invited to drink ciders for a cause! Zeitgeist is teaming up with Wild State Cider to celebrate and raise funds for active transportation in Duluth. On Tuesday, September 24 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m., one dollar of every cider purchased at Wild State will go towards Zeitgeist’s active transportation and community development efforts. The family-friendly event…

Send-Off Set for 700 Minnesota National Guard Members

Friday's Ceremony is Being Held at Grace Church in Eden Prairie

September 20, 2019

The Associated Press,

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) – A ceremonial send-off is being held for 700 Minnesota National Guard members headed for Western Asia. The St. Paul-based 34th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade will provide Army helicopter, airplane and drone support to U.S. and coalition forces. The unit flies Black Hawk, Chinook and Apache helicopters and twin-engine turboprops for reconnaissance, transportation and medical evacuations….

29 Chilis Compete at Virginia-Quad Cities Cook-off

Event brings close to a thousand Iron Rangers together at the Miner's Memorial Building in Virginia

September 19, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – At the Virginia-Quad Cities Chili Cook-off, twenty-nine chilis are competing for the top prize. Now in its tenth year, the cook-off brings close to a thousand people together from across the Iron Range to the Miner’s Memorial Building in Virginia. “And everyone thinks they make the best chili, so why not have a cook-off and get some…

Maurices Employees Hold ‘Best Day Ever’

Maurices shut down their headquarters in downtown Duluth to give back to the community

September 19, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- Maurices employees shut down their headquarters in downtown Duluth for the day, to take time giving back to local non-profits. It’s part of the company’s “Best Day Ever”. Life House for homeless and street youth was one of the non-profits employees volunteered at today. Associates rolled in a boutique of Maurices clothing and jewelry for the young people…

Minnesota Senate GOP Unveils Insulin Affordability Bill

Senate GOP Leaders Unveiled the Plan Thursday

September 19, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Senate Republicans want to require drug makers to provide free insulin to qualifying residents who can’t afford the high cost of the life-saving medication. Senate GOP leaders unveiled the plan Thursday, a week ahead of when House Democrats plan to announce their own proposal. The clock ran out on the 2019 session before the…

Age Well Arrowhead Hosting Inaugural “The Art of Aging” Fundraiser

The Fundraiser is Happening Thursday, September 26 at Northland Country Club in Duluth

September 19, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Age Well Arrowhead’s first annual The Art of Aging fundraising event is taking place September 26, at Northland Country Club in Duluth. The fundraiser begins at 5:00 p.m. The event includes live and silent auctions, art demonstrations, opportunities to meet local artists and a chance to take home amazing pieces of art and other prizes. All of…

Update: Two Harbors High School Closed Thursday Due to Rumored Threat

September 19, 2019

Site Staff,

UPDATE: TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Two Harbors High School was closed Thursday morning due to a “rumored threat” made to the school. An alert was sent out to parents from the Lake Superior School District that read: “Due to a rumor of a threat to Two Harbors High School the building was closed today. After working with law enforcement we…

Man Fatally Shot After Leaving St. Paul Church

There Have Been no Arrests

September 19, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota police say a man who was leaving a Bible study with his young daughter and father was fatally shot outside his church in St. Paul. The homicide Wednesday night is the sixth fatal shooting in St. Paul this month. Police don’t believe the latest shooting outside St. Albans Church of God in Christ was…

Court Suspends Two Polymet Permits

September 18, 2019

Dan Hanger,

On Wednesday afternoon, the Minnesota Court of Appeals suspended Polymet’s permit to mine and dam safety permits for its proposed $1 billion copper-nickel mine near Babbitt. The permits will be discussed at an Oct. 23 hearing. That’s when the “DNR shall be prepared to advise the court on the status of post-permit developments, including its evaluation of the Brumadinho dam…

Zoomobile Stops At University of Wisconsin-Superior

September 18, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoomobile made a stop today at the University of Wisconsin- Superior Library. A tortoise, a tarantula, and a few other animals went along for the ride. Visitors had the opportunity to pet and interact with the animals. Zoo staff were also available to give the visitors a lesson about the wildlife ambassadors. “We can…

Complaint: Man High on Meth Kills Passenger While Driving Through Kettle River

43-year-old charged with two counts of criminal vehicular homicide

September 18, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Willow River man is facing two counts of vehicular homicide after driving through a river while on meth, killing one of his passengers, according to the complaint. Two formal charges of criminal vehicular homicide have been filed against him, one for operating a vehicle with any amount of a controlled substance in his body. No bail has…

New Senior Housing Expected for London Road

Construction is expected to be completed by Sepetember 2020.

September 18, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Housing continues to be a big issue in Duluth, but a new housing option is on the way for seniors on London Road next to the Ecumen Lake Shore Community. And today Developers broke ground on the new property. Zvago Lake Superior is a cooperative housing unit where residents can still have ownership, but not the usual…

Sky Harbor Airport Receives $1 Million Grant for Runway Reconstruction

Construction for phase three of the project begins on Monday.

September 18, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sky Harbor Airport in Park Point will receive a nearly $1 million grant from the Department of Transportation to finish phase three of the runway reconstruction project. Congressman Pete Stauber recently announced funding was also allocated for Falls International Airport, which will receive more than $15 million for runway reconstruction. Sky Harbor’s runway has been undergoing a…

Minneapolis Man Charged, Allegedly Set Girlfriend on Fire

September 18, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A Minneapolis man is charged with attempted murder and assault after he allegedly strangled his girlfriend and set her on fire. The criminal complaint says the woman escaped and drove herself to the hospital while her hair and body were still smoldering. She’s now in a medically induced coma after Monday’s attack. Prosecutors charged 46-year-old Richard Bullock…

Recovery of a Native American Burial Site Halted

September 18, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The ongoing project to recover remains in the Fond du Lac neighborhood in Duluth at a Native American burial site has been halted. A spokesperson with the Minnesota Department of Transportation says only the burial recovery portion of the $6 million project has been delayed. For two years crews have been working to restore the native burial…

Willow River Man Charged With Criminal Vehicular Homicide

Prokasky is Due Back in Court September 24

September 18, 2019

Site Staff,

WILLOW RIVER, Minn. – The 43-year-old man who drove his vehicle into Kettle River on Monday has been charged with two counts of criminal vehicular homicide. Authorities received reports on Monday around 3:48 p.m. of a vehicle in the river and people in the water. When officers arrived on scene they learned that the driver, Preston Prokasky, and the backseat…

Minnesota Opioid Task Force to Hold First Meeting Next Week

The Money will go for Grants to Fund Prevention Strategies

September 18, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s new task force on the opioid crisis will hold its first meeting next week on how best to spend $20 million from new licensing fees on the pharmaceutical industry. The Department of Human Services on Wednesday announced the 19 members of the Opioid Epidemic Response Advisory Council. They include legislative and tribal leaders; health…

Man Dies After Falling From Roof in Eagles Nest Township

Foul Play is not Suspected

September 18, 2019

Site Staff,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – A 55-year-old male has died after he fell from a roof trying to remove a downed tree. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to 1415 Walsh Road for a medical emergency around 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Authorities say 55-year-old Hans Christopher Smith had been on the roof of a residence…

Art Exhibit Opening Saturday Inside Free Range Film Festival Barn

The Exhibit, Featuring Two Local Artists, is Opening Saturday, September 21 in Wrenshall

September 18, 2019

Brett Scott,

WRENSHALL, Minn. – As autumn approaches the Northland, a new art exhibit is set to open and be on display for the next two weekends in Wrenshall. The visual arts exhibition features the work of Catherine Meier and Kristina Estall. Field Trials II allows for artistic experimentation and exploration inside a century old barn. Both artists work in partnership with…

Minnesota Health Experts Urge Flu Shots as Soon as Possible

Experts Say People are Better off With the Vaccine Than Without it

September 18, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Health officials are urging Minnesotans to get flu shots as soon as possible. Jennifer Heath of the Minnesota Department of Health tells Minnesota Public Radio the flu season could begin anytime. Only about half of the people eligible get the flu vaccine. If more people got immunized, she says, fewer people would get sick –…

Thousands of Bird Watchers Flock to Witness Fall Migration at Hawk Ridge

Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory is Hosting Fall Festival Weekend September 20 - 22 in Duluth

September 18, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – As of September 1, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory in Duluth is celebrating its 48th season of documenting the great fall migration. This natural phenomenon is attracting hundreds, if not thousands, of bird watchers from local areas, and internationally as the seasons change. Mother Nature is guiding birds of prey such as raptors toward warmer weather as they…

One Dead in Pine County House Fire

The Fire Remains Under Investigation

September 18, 2019

Site Staff,

PINE COUNTY, Minn. – Authorities say a 62-year-old woman was found deceased in her home Tuesday night after a house fire broke out around 7:53 p.m. on Highway 23 near Brook Park. Pine County dispatch received a call from the male homeowner who reported his house on fire. When fire crews arrived on scene they found the home fully engulfed…