MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Attorney General Keith Ellison said Thursday that he won’t appeal a ruling that struck down most of Minnesota’s restrictions on abortion as unconstitutional, saying the state has already spent enough time and money on the case and is unlikely to win an appeal anyway. Ellison, a Democrat who supports abortion rights, called his decision “in the public interest and…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy shrank from April through June for a second straight quarter, contracting at a 0.9% annual pace and raising fears that the nation may be approaching a recession. The decline that the Commerce Department reported Thursday in the gross domestic product — the broadest gauge of the economy — followed a 1.6% annual drop from January…
DULUTH, Minn. — The TORI Finnish Market will showcase local artists, merchants, and demonstrations. 5 local bands and solo musicians will play continuous music all day long. The event is FREE and there is parking on site. It will take place Saturday, August 13 from 10am-5pm at the Finland Heritage Site in Finland, MN. For more information, click here. Event…
PARKLAND, Wis. — Two mobile home parks just outside of Superior will be closing next Monday. Many residents are long-time homeowners at Country Acres North and South Parks in Parkland. Douglas County says the shutdown was forced by health concerns and the owner’s failure to pay-up. Now, homeowners have less than one week to pack up, pick up, and leave…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.–Self-driving cars will be coming to the Northland soon. Multiple driverless cars, using state-of-the-art technology, are coming to Grand Rapids on July 29 and August 5. Launching in September is a pilot project called goMARTI, with funding from MinnDOT and other local governmental entities, that specializes in free, on demand rides for those needing it. Although considered driverless,…
PROCTOR, Minn.– The South St. Louis County Fair was celebrating its 101st year in Proctor. It was the first day of the five day fair. Attracting hundreds of people across the northland. Food trucks, bouncy houses, and even a new petting zoo, are all part of the fun. Organizers says planning the fair takes a lot of work, but it’s…
DULUTH, Minn.– It was a heartwarming scene at the Duluth 148 Fighter wing. As family and friends gather in anticipation for the return of the U.S Air Force. Family and friends gathering in pride and tears. Welcoming Home 163 service members with open arms. “It’s so exciting, it’s been such a build up of anxiety, and we’ve been so excited…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been nearly three years since Essentia Health broke ground on Vision Northland. Construction work is ongoing on the 19-story structure, but the end is in sight. “The project is on time and on budget,” says Dr. David Herman, CEO of Essentia Health, “and that took a lot of extra work for everyone involved within this project to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Nine businesses will be taking up space in several downtown Duluth buildings starting next week. The Greater Downtown Council and the Duluth 1200 Fund selected them as part of their Pop-Up CoLab. Each will spend three months’ rent free on the 300 block of West Superior Street, and get $1,500 to cover expenses. Most are owned by a…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — You may have shopped Duluth’s Sidewalk Days a few weeks ago, but if you cross the bridge this week, Superior businesses are taking to the streets. People can stop, shop, and stroll through Superior’s Sidewalk Sales. The event is put-on by the Superior Business Improvement District. It features more than 20 local businesses, offering discounts, specials, and…
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill designed to encourage more semiconductor companies to build chip plants in the United States passed the Senate on Wednesday as lawmakers raced to finish work on a key priority of the Biden administration. The $280 billion measure, which awaits a House vote, includes federal grants and tax breaks for companies that construct their chip facilities in the U.S. The legislation also…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised its benchmark interest rate by a hefty three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in three decades to tame high inflation. The Fed’s move will raise its key rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, to a range of 2.25% to 2.5%, its…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The last two former Minneapolis police officers who were convicted of violating George Floyd’s civil rights during his May 2020 killing were sentenced Wednesday in federal court to three and 3 1/2 years — penalties that a judge said reflected their level of culpability in a case that sparked worldwide protests as part of a…
DULUTH, Minn. – Bogdana Krivogorsky, a Duluthian who was born and raised in Ukraine, talked to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger on the morning show Wednesday about her recent trips to the Poland-Ukraine border to bring all types of medical supplies to the war-torn country. Krivogorsky is planning more visits and is always looking for donations to help her access and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The City On The Hill Music Fest is coming to Bayfront Festival Park Aug. 5 and 6, bringing together people of faith, fellowship and music. Local band Presence Music stopped by the morning show Wednesday to preview the festival and play one of their original songs. Part 1: City On The Hill Music Fest Part 2: Presence…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A teenage boy is dead due to an apparent overdose in Cloquet, according to the Cloquet Police Department. The CPD says officials responded Wednesday to report of an apparent overdose at a house on Loop Drive involving a 16 year-old boy. Officials say the boy was pronounced dead at the scene after efforts to revive him were…
WASHINGTON (AP) — After isolating for five days with mild symptoms, President Joe Biden tested negative for COVID-19 and swiftly arranged a Rose Garden appearance on Wednesday to talk about his bout with a virus that has killed millions of people around the world and disrupted daily life for more than two years. Biden planned to discuss his infection and his administration’s progress against the…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The last two former Minneapolis police officers to be sentenced in federal court for violating George Floyd’s civil rights are scheduled to learn their penalties Wednesday, which could set in motion another round of plea deal discussions in state court over a killing that sparked a reckoning on racial injustice. J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao were…
DULUTH, Minn. – Heroes Helping Heroes is a group that helps create a support system for first responders both active and retired, dealing with stress and mental health challenges in their professions. To do this, they put on activities like charter fishing trips. “We’re helping to raise awareness and let people know, hey, we see horrific things on a daily…
DULUTH, Minn. — Police and community leaders say they’re concerned about the rise in gun violence in Duluth, and teens are contributing. This summer, teens were involved in a shooting in Canal Park, a homicide near Endion Park, and just a few days ago, an armed robbery at a meetup to sell a phone. The police chief, the Duluth Public…
DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday was the opening day for the Fierce Hearts: Art by Animals exhibit at the St. Louis County Depot. The exhibit is made up of art created by the animals of Lake Superior Zoo, from Oscar the corn snake to Tundra the brown bear. Art is used as an enrichment activity for the animals and this is…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Police Department reports that two overdose incidents took place in the Lakeside Neighborhood resulting in one death. The DPD says the incident occurred this morning on 54th Avenue and Glenwood street. Officers report arriving on scene and administering Narcan to the first individual. The individual was transported to a local hospital for further treatment. DPD…
SUPERIOR, WI. — Superior Police Sergeant Greg Swanson, who was charged with Homicide by Intoxicated use of a Vehicle, appeared in court today after his release last week on 15-thousand dollar cash bail. Swanson and his attorney Chris Gramstrup appeared in-person. While the state prosecutor and Douglas County judge appeared on zoom. Both attorneys asked the judge to push…
DULUTH, Minn. – With Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken set to retire next week, the process to finding his replacement is ongoing. That includes hosting community meetings to give the public a space to share their thoughts. Around a dozen people took part in the second of these meetings at Portman Community Center July 26. That is more than who…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior recognized the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with a mini expo at Center City Park. Around a half-dozen organizations were on hand to showcase their services that help people with disabilities live a more normal life. The event was hosted by the city and indiGO Wisconsin. Formerly known as North Country Independent Living, they…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department will be led by a woman for the first time in its history starting August 1. Mayor Emily Larson has appointed Deputy Chief Laura Marquardt to fill the position Chief Mike Tusken will retire from at the end of July. Marquardt has been with the Duluth Police Department for 27 years. Her most…
UPDATE (July 26, 4:00p.m.) — New details came out regarding what Wisconsin State Senator Janet Bewley was doing when she was involved in the fatal multi-vehicle accident in Ashland on July 22. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says one of their reporting interns was conducting a phone interview with Bewley regarding the fall elections. The paper adds Bewley told the reporter…
DULUTH, Minn. — Two people were injured in West Duluth when a car tire came loose and crashed into their vehicle, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The patrol says the incident happened Monday afternoon when a car traveling northbound on Interstate 35 near 40th Avenue West suddenly lost a tire. The tire then bounced over the concrete center median…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump is returning to Washington on Tuesday for the first time since leaving office, delivering a speech hours after his Vice President Mike Pence, a potential 2024 rival, exhorted Republicans to stop looking backward. Trump’s appearance in the nation’s capital — his first trip back since Jan. 20, 2021, when President Joe Biden was sworn into office despite Trump’s…
(AP) — Choco Taco, a favored poolside treat for generations, will soon be no more after owner and ice cream maker Klondike decided to discontinue the summer treat. “Over the past 2 years, we have experienced an unprecedented spike in demand across our portfolio and have had to make very tough decisions to ensure availability of our full portfolio nationwide,”…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Mont du Lac Resort is getting ready to host three days of the world’s largest outdoor archery and music festival known as Bowfest! The event offers six unique courses with 100-plus targets, live music, and the opportunity to meet hunting celebrities. Click the video for more information, or check out Bowfest online. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 10th annual All Pints North Festival is coming up July 30 at Bayfront Festival Park. Click the video to hear more from Canal Park Brewing Company and Bent Paddle about what to expect! And click here for ticket information. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Volunteer chefs are wanted across the Northland as part of the Lasagna Love meal delivery program. Lasagna Love is a nationwide community impact movement connecting neighbors with neighbors through platters of lasagna. The all-volunteer run program is all about feeding families in need, spreading kindness and strengthening communities. For more on how to volunteer, click here. Categories:…
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WRENSHALL, Minn. – It’s honeyberry season for Farm Lola, a farm that started with chickens and implemented a honeyberry orchard back in 2016. They became the first one’s to do it in the U.S. after the idea sparked from a visit to Canada. “The honeyberry or haskap is native to Northern Russia and Northern Japan so fortunately for us our…
DULUTH, Minn. – This past weekend the Minnesota Car Enthusiast Club held its rally of 10,000 Lakes. There were more than a hundred rally cars in attendance and afterward a parade of them parked up on the DECC ramp for an impromptu show of their own. The car owners wanted a unique space to put their cars while they had…
DULUTH, Minn. — A clinic in Duluth says that they expect to see more out-of-state patients coming in for abortions, one month after federal protections for the procedure were overturned by the supreme court. Just one month ago, Roe v. Wade was overturned. While some states have been affected by the ruling, Minnesota’s abortion rights have remained in place, allowing…
DULUTH, Minn. — You may have noticed the Denfeld Clocktower is under construction and the steeple point has been removed. The clocktower is a well-known feature of Denfeld High School, standing at 120 feet high and featuring eight buttresses. Last year, the tower’s water diversion system failed last year, resulting in erosion of the tower’s structure and bricks. Now– work has…
CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) — The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline plunged 32 cents over the past two weeks to $4.54 per gallon. Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg of the Lundberg Survey said Sunday that the continued decline comes as crude oil costs also fall. “Further drops at the pump are likely as the wholesale gasoline price cuts continue making their…
WASHINGTON (AP) — As President Joe Biden continues to recover from his coronavirus infection, the White House plans to hold a summit on Tuesday to discuss developing a new generation of vaccines that could more effectively guard against contagious variants. The summit, which involves top administration officials, scientists and pharmaceutical executives, comes as the country faces a surge of infections from BA.5, a…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Tom Nelson, a candidate who tried to position himself as the most progressive in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary race for U.S. Senate, announced Monday he dropped out of the contest to face Republican incumbent Ron Johnson in November. Nelson, the Outagamie County executive, threw his support to Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, who is in a tight race with…
LONDON (AP) — The expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an “extraordinary” situation that qualifies as a global emergency, the World Health Organization chief said Saturday, a declaration that could spur further investment in treating the once-rare disease and worsen the scramble for scarce vaccines. A global emergency is WHO’s highest level of alert but the designation does not necessarily…
St. Paul, Minn. (Fox 9) – It’s been a month since the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade. The past 30 days have brought a rollercoaster of emotions for many people who support and oppose abortion rights. More than a dozen states have ended nearly all abortion services, but others — including Minnesota — have worked to strengthen abortion protections….
DULUTH, Minn.– The second annual SubSuperior Underwater Music and Art Festival kicked off today with a beach clean up. The experimental festival hosted by The Embassy, a local art group in Duluth. Focuses on creating a closer relationship with Lake Superior. Using music, art, and other creative forms. Festival organizers hope to inspire, educate, and help the community show their…
DULUTH, Minn.– Aspiring artists met up today behind the Great Lakes Academy of Fine Art. To learn how to paint trees. Outdoor Painters of Minnesota hosted paint-outs around Duluth this weekend. Wanting to help create a meaningful and educational experience for artists. From painters who are just starting out, to professionals, organizers are excited to represent artists no matter their…
DULUTH, Minn.– Everyone is feeling the affects of inflation in all aspects of their lives, especially in the ability to care for our pets. Animal shelters have been seeing an increase in surrenders, and they are working effortlessly to get their furry friends into safe homes. One foster program in Duluth, PJ’s Rescue, is always seeking help for foster programs….
DULUTH, Minn. — An all-women made craft fair attracted women from across the Northland Saturday at Peace Church in Duluth. Roughly two dozen women set up booths with all kinds of personalized creations like soaps, paintings and even cartoon art. Duluth native Wendy Grethen is behind the craft fair and puts them on five times a year. “I like the…
HOYT LAKES, Minn. — The sound of music, jet skis and fireworks blasted throughout Hoyt Lakes Saturday for the 67th annual Hoyt Lakes Water Carnival. Click the video for all the fun! Categories: Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man is dead after slamming into construction equipment on the Blatnik Bridge Friday. The Minnesota State Patrol says Todd Tikka, 55, lost control of his SUV while driving across the bridge to Duluth when he overcorrected and struck the median wall before striking the equipment on the right-hand shoulder. Officials say he was not wearing…
DULUTH, Minn. – The push is on to make the best of a summer challenge for Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank. From now through the end of July, donations will be matched to ensure additional fresh fruits, veggies, meat, dairy and other hearty foods help families and children thrive this summer. Second Harvest officials says the food shelf is…
