HIBBING, Minn. – A suspect who pleaded guilty to the January murder of 33-year-old Joshua LaValley has been sentenced. Today, 19-year-old Deshon Bonnell was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 30 years. LaValley’s body was found on the Mesabi Trail near Kerr on January 6. According to the Medical Examiner’s Office LaValley died from two…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man accused of breaking into a Lincoln Park home earlier this year and assaulting multiple victims was sentenced on Friday. 19-year-old Christian Coleman was sentenced to 220 months in jail for his involvement in the home robbery and assault that took place in March on the 600 Block of Atlantic Avenue. Coleman pleaded guilty to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The homeless man charged with starting the fire that destroyed the historic downtown Adas Israel Synagogue last month was sentenced in court Friday morning. 36-year-old Matthew Amiot was sentenced to four years supervised probation, 90 days in county jail and 192 hours of community service. Amiot had already served 36 days in jail which was credited from…
DULUTH, Minn. – UMD academics are sharing valuable research just in time for a potential Halloween zombie apocalypse. ZombieFest is Wednesday, October 30 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in room 90 of Bohannon Hall, 1207 Ordean Court. This event is free and open to the public. Seven speakers are joining together for this symposium on the topic of zombies, an…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A University of Minnesota law professor accused of stealing millions of dollars from his father-in-law’s company has pleaded guilty in an agreement with prosecutors. Edward Adams entered the plea Thursday to a misdemeanor charge related to federal income taxes. Prosecutors agreed to drop the more serious charges and recommend probation with no time behind bars….
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – Officials say a bridge project in Minnesota will get a do-over after an American Indian burial site was disturbed. Minnesota Department of Transportation officials spoke at a community meeting Wednesday night about the state road project on the western edge of Duluth. They said the project is being restarted next year. The Star Tribune reports an…
CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet High School has opened a new student run coffee shop called java jacks. Students can stop by to get hot drinks such as coffee, hot chocolate, or cappuccino for just one buck. The coffee shop opened as way for students to get school credit. But it has become more of a chance for students to prepare…
CLOQUET, Minn. – About 200 people had the opportunity to check out some of the latest jobs on the market at the Fall Harvest Job Fair in Cloquet. More than 40 employers from several different industries were onsite. The need for skilled labor workers has grown in recent years. As more building projects come forward more workers are needed especially…
CLOQUET, Minn. – A new housing development in Cloquet has finally opened its doors. White pines apartments began construction more than a year ago to help address a need for several affordable housing units in Cloquet. Finding affordable housing has become a big topic of concern for many people in the in Cloquet and across the Northland but opening This…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and other Native American leaders will protest outside of U.S. Bank Stadium ahead of Thursday night’s Minnesota Vikings game to urge the visiting Washington team to retire the Redskins team name and mascot. She’ll be joined by state Reps. Mary Kunesh-Podein and Jamie Becker-Finn, who are also Native Americans, U.S. Rep. Betty…
CULVER TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is investigating what appears to be gunshot damage to the Faith Lutheran Church in Culver Township. Authorities say they received a report from the church, located on the 5700 Block of Highway 7, that windows as well as siding and the church sign were damaged. Investigators found the damage to…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Court of Appeals is maintaining its suspension of two key permits for the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine. A three-judge panel said in an order Thursday that a stay the court imposed last month on the project’s permit to mine and its dam safety permit should remain in place until it rules on…
DULUTH, Minn. – “We’re trying to use the movie to help out others,” said Brian Presley, actor, producer, and director of “The Great Alaskan Race.” Presley is making a few stops in Duluth ahead of the nationwide release of the movie on Friday, October 25. Presley began writing the movie more than nine years ago, and is thrilled to see…
DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Cooking Connection Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot goes “bananas” for the Peanut Butter Acai Bowl at The Juice Pharm. Blending acai berries, a Brazilian “superfruit” with a variety of fruit and other superfoods into an extra thick smoothie, poured into a bowl and topped off with a variety of fresh fruit, granola, coconut, more superfoods…
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – The former owner of a Duluth dental practice in Duluth has pleaded guilty to tax fraud. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says Gary Hedin failed to file required tax returns and pay employment taxes for the tax years 2012 through 2017 and owes nearly $160,000 in unpaid taxes to the IRS. The 41-year-old Hedin owned Downtown Dental…
DULUTH, Minn. – Former UMD Cross Country Track and Field Head Coach, Joanna Warmington, filed two lawsuits against the University Of Minnesota Board Of Regents earlier this week claiming the University “violated Warmington’s due process” and defamed her character and reputation. Warmington announced her resignation in August 2018 alleging a “variety of NCAA violations at UMD.” According to court records,…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – State officials say more than 5,000 citations have been issued to drivers in Minnesota since a hands-free law took affect in August. The new law makes it illegal to use a cellphone while driving. Department of Public Safety spokesman Mike Hanson tells Minnesota Public Radio News law enforcement officers don’t have to determine what drivers…
DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health and Super One Foods partnered up to offer in-store flu shot clinics. People 19 years and older could get the shot, with the clinic also having high dose shots available for people 65 years and older. So far, reception for these easily accessible flu shots have been positive. “We’ve had a lot of people that…
NEW INDEPENDENCE TWP., Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says they are investigating damage at South Ridge School when it was found that a window had been shot at. Deputies were dispatched to the school gymnasium just before 1:00 p.m. Wednesday for a complaint of criminal damage to property. Authorities found that damage to a window was the…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Court of Appeals is deciding whether to grant requests by opponents of the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine to cancel two of its most important permits and order further proceedings. Ann Cohen, representing several environmental groups, told a three-judge panel Wednesday that PolyMet’s permit to mine and its dam safety permit lack enforceable terms…
(courtesy: Stearns County Sheriff’s Office) PAYNESVILLE, Minn. (FOX 9) – Officials are investigating a home explosion in Paynesville, Minnesota that – amazingly – left a man with only minor injuries. According to the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office, at about 8:43 a.m. Tuesday, Paynesville police received a report of an explosion at a home in the 500 block of Morningside Ave. When officers arrived, they…
(courtesy: Mesabi Daily News) VIRGINIA, Minn. – The St. Louis County Government Services Center building in Virginia has re-opened following an evacuation Wednesday morning due to a possible gas leak. In a recent press release officials said a transformer was damaged during the demolition of the Northland Office Building which caused a power outage in the downtown area as well…
POPLAR, Wisc. — A small Wisconsin town is now hosting local screams, “The Haunt”! In this week’s Great Outdoors Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot takes us inside at Poplar Golf Course, to experience a new fear. Formally known as The Haunt at Wentworth, it’s moved just a few miles down the road. “We had the opportunity to move it here and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Pack will be hosting its 6th annual Ladies Night in-store retail event at their Canal Park retail location on Thursday, October 24 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. The event is brought to the Northland region by Duluth Pack, local cidery, Wild State Cider and apparel partner, PrAna. “We are so proud for the sixth year in…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland’s only wildlife rehabilitation center is currently closed for rehab and triage services, meaning countless animals can no longer receive care at the facility located along West Arrowhead Road in Duluth. “It’s always been a dream of mine to do more with the environment and to work more with wildlife because I do believe that we…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Court of Appeals will hear oral arguments Wednesday on challenges by environmentalists and the Fond du Lac Band of Chippewa to the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine. The groups want to overturn decisions by the Department of Natural Resources to grant the project a permit to mine, and a dam safety permit, and its…
DULUTH, Minn.- Monday’s storm brought high winds, which tore much of the Northland apart and ripped trees from their roots, which crashed onto houses, garages, and cars. The owner of Duluth Tree Service said he experienced call volumes like the peak of the season–at a time when they normally drop. He added that high winds aren’t the only thing that…
DULUTH, Minn.- If you feel you haven’t gotten the service you paid for from local business: Hicks Window and Door, you are asked to contact the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s office and Duluth Police are investigating the business, located on Martin Road in Duluth. According to authorities, several people reported paying thousands for window and other home…
DULUTH, Minn.- The 16th annual energy saving awareness expo was held Tuesday afternoon at the Salvation Army. People in attendance were able to meet with local agencies to see how they could save on energy use throughout the year in their homes. Organizers say, its a great way to have a face to face conversation about energy savings. “To provide…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s all thanks to Kraus–Anderson Construction. The organization has run the Duluth Bike Festival for the past six years in August. All the money raised from that event was presented Tuesday morning. Members of COGGS say, the $27,000 allows them to continue to support the mountain biking community in the area. “Maintaining the trails we already have. Continuing…
DULUTH, Minn.- Twenty-five years ago this month, Diamond Tool and Horseshoe Company in West Duluth closed its doors. And last week, co-workers gathered to celebrate, and catch up with one another. Diamond Tool’s former office and factory employees gathered at Kom-On-Inn in West Duluth for a special anniversary. The local business at 4702 Grand Avenue began as Diamond Calk Horse…
DULUTH, Minn. – About 10,000 customer went without power at the height of Monday’s storm. Minnesota Power staff say they called in extra crews and they worked through the night to help restore the power. But Tuesday morning about 40 homes were still without power due to more than 10 power poles being broken. The communications specialist says during times…
DULUTH, Minn. – Canal Park isn’t the only area hit hard by yesterday’s storm. Spirit Lake Marina endured some flooding from the St. Louis River. This entire pier was flooded with water that rose from the St. Louis River. It’s a sight many say they have never seen before. Staff at spirit lake marina say some flooding is pretty common,…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth business is under investigation by local law enforcement after receiving reports from customers who allege they paid the business for work that was never completed. According to the Duluth Police Department and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, they have received multiple reports from customers who say Hicks Window and Door was paid thousands of dollars…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Test results from the first year of a study indicate that ruffed grouse in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan can survive the West Nile virus. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on Tuesday reported that samples from grouse shot by hunters last year found antibodies consistent with West Nile in about 13% of the birds sampled…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather
(photo: Minnesota DNR) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says a huge muskie caught on Lake Vermilion is a new catch-and-release record. The DNR said Monday the 57 inch muskie weighed about 47 pounds and was caught by Corey Kitzmann in August. The prior muskellunge record was just shy of 57 pounds and was caught…
DULUTH, Minn. – The new additions are all part of Somers Hall. Renovations include: an improved layout, larger waiting area and wider hallways for emergency access. Saint Scholastica faculty say, the new accessibility will be an added bonus for students. “We know our students face many challenges today and if we can bring health to them and be of service…
HIBBING, Minn.- On Monday Governor Tim Walz made a stop at the Hibbing Airtanker Base as part of his bonding tour, as the State of Minnesota has over $3 billion in available bonding capacity for 2020-2021. The Governor heard a bonding request form the Minnesota DNR’s Wildire Aviation Divison for $9.5 million to make repairs at the Hibbing Airtanker Base,…
DULUTH, Minn.- Monday’s storm brought waves that were a spectacle at times, and a hazard at others in Canal Park. But over on Park Point many were seeing water from the bay as a nuisance flooding their homes. “It’s just been a disaster for everybody who lives along the lake,” said Keith McLoughlin, who has lived on Park Point for…
DULUTH, Minn. – Four non-profit organizations in the area received over two million dollars to help prevent domestic violence against women. Here in Duluth, Men as Peacemakers received $348,944 and Mending the Sacred Hoop received $302,174. Members Mending the Sacred Hoop say, this funding will help them continue to spread domestic violence awareness. “We wanna reduce the numbers. We wanna…
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth has called for more street closures due to continued storms. According to the city, access has been closed to Park Point for non-residents. Duluth Police are checking identification before the Aerial Lift Bridge, but say residents are able to get home and leave Park Point if they choose. Additional street closures: 131st Avenue…
DULUTH, Minn.-The city of Duluth has closed a portion of Canal Park Drive due to standing water. The city has also closed Buchanan and Morse Street for precautionary purposes. Brighton Beach has been closed to traffic and pedestrians and will remain closed until further notice. The city of Duluth is asking residents to stay away from the area around the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Heavy rains and strong winds have caused power outages for many Northlanders. According to the MN Power website over 11,000 customers are without power in the Duluth area as of 5:00 p.m. Minnesota Power says crews are out in full force working to restore power as soon as possible. As of 4 p.m., our crews are working…
DULUTH, Minn. – According to a recent Facebook post, the Duluth Superintendent has asked that KEY Zone be closed as early as possible due to inclement weather conditions. For the safety of KEY Zone families and staff, the Superintendent has asked that KEY Zone be closed at all locations as early as possible today. There have been trees taking out…
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – A federal judge has approved a $40 million settlement between the Diocese of Duluth and dozens of people who say they were abused as children by priests. Judge Robert Kressel signed off on the settlement Monday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. The diocese filed for bankruptcy in 2015 and reached the settlement in May. The agreement also…
DULUTH, Minn. – A man escaped injury Monday afternoon after a tree and a power line crashed onto his truck. Strong winds across the Northland caused the power line and tree to fall near the Myers Wilkins Elementary school in the Central Hillside neighborhood. Officials on the scene said the man was in the truck when the pole fell but…
(photo: duluthharborcam.com) DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth says they are taking precautions as heavy rains and high winds are predicted to continue through the evening. According to the National Weather Service, wind gusts are expected between 20 to 30 miles per hour, with the potential to reach as high as 50 miles per hour. A coastal flood advisory…
DULUTH, Minn. – Bentleyville USA will flip on the lights for another year of holiday cheer Saturday, November 23. The need for volunteers is in high demand. Nathan Bentley, founder of Bentleyville USA, tells FOX 21 there are six weeks of work to be finished in a matter of four weeks. Volunteers are needed Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30 a.m….
CLOQUET, Minn. – The 28-year-old Minneapolis man arrested for shooting another man in the head during a funeral on the Fond du Lac reservation last week has been formally charged. According to court records, Shelby Gene Boswell, has been charged with second degree assault with a dangerous weapon, fifth degree marijuana possession, felon convicted crime of violence firearm violation, first…
