MINNESOTA– 15 years ago the unthinkable happened in Minneapolis. One of Minnesota’s most popular bridges collapsed during rush hour, taking with it 13 lives and injuring many more. In 2007, the I-35 bridge collapse sent shockwaves across the nation. Nearly immediately impacting the ways of bridge management and inspections. Following the bridge failure, Minnesota Legislature increased funds for transportation. “As…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Tuesday, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held to welcome new storefronts downtown Duluth. Eight business owners were selected for a Pop-Up Colab by the Greater Downtown Council and the Duluth 1200 Fund. The Colab grants $1,500 to each business, and rent-free space within several buildings on West Superior Street for three months. Owner of ‘Rose from…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Zoo welcomed a new baby monkey to one of it’s exhibits. It is an Angolan Colobus monkey that was born on July 11. This type of monkey is listed as vulnerable, and they’re part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan. These monkeys are native to several countries in Africa. In…
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — The woman who was in Daunte Wright’s vehicle when he was fatally shot by police in a Minneapolis suburb last year is suing the city and the former officer who killed him. The lawsuit says passenger Alayna Albrecht-Payton, 21, of St. Paul, was physically injured when Wright’s vehicle crashed into another SUV after Kim Potter…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – A petroleum leak has prompted the University of Minnesota to evacuate several buildings on Tuesday. The U of M issued a Safe-U Emergency alert at 11:51 a.m., stating people are advised to stay clear of the area. Williams Arena, Huntington Bank Stadium, McNamara, Aquatics Center, Recreation Center, Mariucci and Maturi Sports Pavilion are being evacuated for gas odor…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth tourism tax revenue is coming in ahead of what’s budgeted so far this year. Tourism tax revenue is made up of hotel, motel, food and beverage taxes. For the month of June, tourism taxes were up 11.8% from June of 2021 at $1,432,977. As for year to date, tourism taxes are up 18.4% compared to this…
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan late Tuesday, becoming the highest-ranking American official in 25 years to visit the self-ruled island claimed by China, which quickly announced that it would conduct military maneuvers in retaliation for her presence. Pelosi arrived aboard a U.S. Air Force passenger jet and was greeted on the tarmac at…
DULUTH, Minn. – North Shore Ballroom in Duluth is full of excitement and passion for ballroom dancing. The instructors are all about helping beginners all the way up to the most experienced. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger stopped by the studio for a look inside. Click the video for more on that, and click here to check out the ballroom online….
Steve Solkela of Steve’s “Overpopulated” One-Man-Band is on a mission to run a 5K while playing his accordion this Saturday at the Chisholm All Class Reunion. Solkela wanted Guinness World Records to document the accordion run for a possible world record, but he said it was too expensive. Solkela stopped by the morning show Tuesday to talk about the 5K…
UPDATE (August 2, 12:00 p.m.)- A 53 year-old man from Virginia was charged after a burglary and barricade situation occurred at a home in Virginia on Friday, according to the Virginia Police Department. Mark Williams, who did not have permission to be in the home and injured officers after he barricaded himself in was officially charged Monday. Officials say he…
WASHINGTON (AP) — American employers posted fewer job openings in June as the economy contends with raging inflation and rising interest rates. Job openings fell to a still-high 10.7 million in June from 11.3 million in May, the Labor Department said Tuesday. Job openings, which never exceeded 8 million in a month before last year, had topped 11 million every…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden announced Monday that al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri was killed in a U.S. drone strike in Kabul, an operation he said delivered justice and hopefully “one more measure of closure” to families of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States. The president said in an evening address from the White House that…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lakewalk Galley is in full swing again this summer after being closed for a period during COVID and a shorter season last year. The fully functioning restaurant inside of a boat has been owned by Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar since 2018. “It’s unique, one of a kind, I don’t know of any other place like it….
DULUTH, Minn. – Thomas the Tank Engine is returning to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum this weekend. It’s the two biggest weekends of the summer for the North Shore Scenic Railroad, as Thomas draws in thousands of people from across the country. Last year drew in record crowd of more than 18-thousand visitors. The museum’s director tells us that ticket…
SUPERIOR, MINN. — You may have seen a sky full of smoke near Wisconsin Point Saturday —- that’s because Superior Landfill caught fire. First responders were able to contain the blaze, but the fire department says it’s not the first time the landfill has ignited. Battalion Chief Joe Tribbey said that the department responds to fires at the landfill a…
DULUTH, Minn. — Community members usually only encounter police officers during negative incidents, from traffic tickets to tragedies and more. Tomorrow, Duluth residents can hang out with them and have fun for “National Night Out.” The nationwide event takes place on the first Tuesday of August every year. More than 50 neighborhood block parties will cover Duluth’s streets tomorrow, featuring…
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Texas man convicted of storming the U.S. Capitol with a holstered handgun, helmet and body armor was sentenced Monday to more than seven years in prison, the longest sentence imposed so far among hundreds of Capitol riot cases. Prosecutors said Guy Reffitt told fellow members of the Texas Three Percenters militia group that he planned to drag House Speaker…
AITKIN, Minn. (AP) — A trial in Minnesota is expected to decide whether a woman’s human rights were violated when a pharmacist denied her request in 2019 to fill a prescription for emergency contraception. Andrea Anderson, a mother of five from McGregor, sued under the Minnesota Human Rights Act after the pharmacist, based on his religious beliefs, refused to accommodate…
(FOX 9) – The man accused of a stabbing spree that killed a teenager and injured four others has been charged with murder, according to court documents. Nicolae Miu, 57, of Prior Lake, Minnesota, is charged with one count of first-degree intentional homicide in the death of 17-year-old Isaac Schuman of Stillwater, Minnesota, and four counts of attempted first-degree intentional homicide in connection to…
(Fox 9) — Pet owners who adopted a dog from a shelter or rescue organization but don’t know their furry friend’s birthday now have a solution: DOGust 1st. Dogust, which occurs each year on Aug. 1, is a nationwide celebration for dogs whose birthdays are unknown, according to the online pet marketplace Chewy.com. The day got its start in 2008, thanks…
FRIDLEY, Minn. — Two lucky winners bought $1 million tickets for the Mega Millions Drawing at different gas stations in Fridley, Minnesota. One person bought their ticket at a Holiday Stationstore and the other at a Casey’s General Store in the Fridley area. They matched the first five numbers, 13-36-45-57-67, Mega Ball 14, on July 29. Each gas station will…
BREVATOR TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A 34 year-old man was arrested after a three-hour standoff in Brevator Township involving a hunting rifle, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The St. Louis County Emergency Response Team was called out around 6:30 Saturday evening, at a home on the 3600 block of Mallard Drive. Authorities say the suspect was barricaded inside…
COOK, Minn. — 7 miles north of Cook, Minnesota, a train derailed Saturday night, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. At 7:47 p.m., a Canadian National Railway train derailment occurred in a non-residential swampy area. According to a press release, 14 out of the 123 rail cars derailed, with some of them tipping on their side. No injuries,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A structure fire was reported at 306 East 5th Street in Superior on Saturday, according to the Superior Fire Department. Just before 9:00 p.m., fire crews arrived to the scene of a single-stall detached garage with a lot of fire coming from the roof and garage door. Fire was also starting to spread to the adjacent garage….
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The first ship carrying Ukrainian grain set out Monday from the port of Odesa under an internationally brokered deal to unblock the embattled country’s agricultural exports and ease a growing global food crisis. The Sierra Leone-flagged cargo ship Razoni sounded its horn as it slowly departed with over 26,000 tons of corn destined for Lebanon. “The…
DULUTH, Minn.– Sounds of live music filled the air for the Beach House Jam, at Park Point Beach House. With help from the Duluth Parks and Recreations. Local buskers got to come out and showcase their talent to the community. It’s something that gets people together, to share their love of music. “I think it’s great to see everybody come…
DULUTH, Minn.– It was a historic day for passengers on North Shore Scenic Railroad. For the first time in three years, the #332 Steam Locomotive hit the tracks once again. After being shutdown due to COVID. It took a lot of time and money, but some say all the work it took was worth it in the end. I’ll tell…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– It was a successful weekend at Bowfest over at the Mont Du Lac Resort in Superior. Known as the worlds largest 3D archery and live music festival. Thousands of pro and amateur archers came out to get some shots in, and test their abilities on the range. “If you’re thinking about doing this, come up here and do…
SOMERSET, Wis. (FOX 9) – Police say a 52-year-old man from Prior Lake, Minnesota went on a stabbing spree while tubing on the Apple River in Wisconsin on Saturday afternoon, killing a 17-year-old boy, who was also from Minnesota, and critically injuring four other people. The suspect was not previously known to local law enforcement and is currently in custody at the…
DULUTH, Minn.– Sunny skies, beautiful sights, and cold beer brought out thousands of people to the 10th annual All Pints North Summer Brew Fest. Over 100 vendors took part. With crowds swarming to Bayfront to enjoy their favorite brews with beer lovers from all over. “It’s crazy to actually see this many people. It’s crazy to see this many breweries….
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Barkers Island in Superior continued their farmers market on Saturday. It has been a good year for the local vendors. And it continues to get better as the beautiful weather brings out dozens of people. Some say, the fresh organic food and homemade art is what draws people in and keeps them coming back. “They want to see…
DULUTH, Minn. – One person is in custody after allegedly striking three people with a vehicle in downtown Duluth early Saturday morning. Duluth Police say officers were dispatched to the 500 block of East 4th Street around 12:15 a.m. on July 30, 2022. There they found three people with injuries. A 53-year-old man suffered a broken leg, a 41-year-old man suffered…
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – The recovery from this year’s historic flooding in the Rainy Lake Basin continues in Koochiching County. All No Wake zones that were placed in late May have been removed. They were first established within 300 feet of shorelines, then 500 feet, to limit potential damage to buildings and infrastructure along waterways. Sheriff Perryn Hedlund says water levels…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior has had it share of large fires in recent years. Memories of those might have been in the minds of people who saw smoke coming from this part of the Twin Ports Saturday afternoon. The fire took place at Superior Landfill, starting up after 2 p.m. Superior Fire Department says they worked with Public Works to…
DULUTH, Minn.– Every pet deserves a loving home. Especially ones that have so much love to give. This is Phoenix, she looks super healthy now, but that wasn’t the case two months ago. Back in May, Phoenix was a pregnant stray and had severe burns on her body. “How she got burned is she went into someone’s engine and curled…
DULUTH, Minn.– It was a beautiful day at the Lake Superior Zoo for the annual Backyard Bash fundraising event. A line was out the door to get inside for live music, yard games, train rides, and more. It brings the fun, all while raising money for the animals at the zoo. “It’s just exciting to see the support form the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Schools across the nation are in desperate need of food service workers, including Lowell Elementary School in Duluth. The shortage is not only in the area, but throughout the country and across the state. Duluth public schools Communications Officer, Adelle Wellens, says they do have workers to provide meals. Although, if one person gets sick, they’re short…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – CASDA hit the Nemadji Golf Course Friday in Superior as part of its 10th annual golf scramble fundraiser. 29 teams helped raise money for CASDA’s mission to provide supportive services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse in the Twin Ports area. The event was also a way to build awareness for the organization…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Three former Minneapolis police officers went before a federal judge during the last week to be sentenced for violating George Floyd’s civil rights, and for each man, U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson handed out penalties well below what prosecutors sought and below federal guidelines. Tou Thao, who held back concerned bystanders as Derek Chauvin knelt on Floyd’s neck, got…
DULUTH, Minn. — As construction work on Vision Northland gets closer to completion, it will be tougher to get into Essentia Health’s Duluth Clinic Second Street Building over the next two months. Starting August 1, the patient drop-off off Second Street will close through late September. New drop off locations will be set up along Second Street between Fifth and…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth resident is preparing to take her third trip to Ukraine since Russia began their invasion. Her goal is to help the country she was born and raised in remain resilient. For Bogdana Krivogorsky, the actions taken by the forces led by Russian President Vladimir Putin have been hard to watch. “It is mind boggling that in…
SUPERIOR, WI. — University of Wisconsin-Superior was one of 15 awarded grants from the ‘Focus on Energy’ program in Wisconsin. The program works with businesses to reduce energy waste and become more energy efficient. UWS received the energy efficiency excellence award at $26,000. The money helped them switch to LED lighting and add new controls in six campus buildings. The…
NORTHERN, Minn. — 46 groups in Northern Counties and Tribal Nations were awarded grants from the Northland Foundation. Small businesses, organizations, schools and native nations received grants this week. Totaling over $600,000 from April to June. The largest multi-year grants were awarded to two organizations, at $150,000 each. Chum Food and Shelter was one of the recipients. The grant will…
FLEMING, Minn. — A man is dead in Aitkin County, and his own son is accused of the crime, according to authorities. The Sheriff’s Office said the body of Daniel Bzdok, 62, of Buffalo, Minnesota was found in his cabin in Fleming Township Wednesday during a welfare check by deputies. Bzdok had a gunshot wound to the back of the…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Archers have their targets in sight for Bowfest over at Mont Du Lac resort in Superior. Running through Sunday, this event brings out thousands of people. To enjoy the worlds largest 3D outdoor archery range, music festival, food trucks, and a whole lot more, for all ages. “It’s a busy event and we also have a ton of…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.– The Festival of Sail, full of historic tall ships. Is coming back to the northland. This time up the Northshore in Two Harbors. For the first time, the small town of 3,500 people. Is making massive preparations for all the fun, but also an influx of thousands of spectators. Likely to double the city’s population for three…
DULUTH, Minn. – Solar energy and beer are colliding in a good way at Ursa Minor Brewing in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The brewery has installed a 24.8 kilowatt solar panel system on the roof. It’s part of the company’s effort to prioritize going green. We’re told beer is a very energy intensive product to produce, so the system doesn’t…
DULUTH, Minn. — Essentia Health announced on Thursday it is partnering up with local colleges to invest in the future of nursing at it’s facility. The Academic Practice Partnerships are with Northwood Technical College, the College of St. Scholastica, Lake Superior College, and Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe College, all in the Northland. The purpose of these partnerships is to provide…
DULUTH, Minn. — The victim involved in the hit and run occurring on Wednesday has been identified as 68 year-old Nancy Waters, according to the Duluth Police Department. Authorities say Waters is still in the hospital and is in stable condition. The department said in a press release, “Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Waters and her loved…
MINNESOTA — A new transmission power line will be built between northern and central Minnesota. Minnesota Power and Great River Energy announced their plans to build a 150-mile power line. The line will begin near Beck, Minnesota, then make its way all the way up to more northern parts of the state. The purpose of this project is to support…
