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Union Plow Drivers Go On Strike; St. Louis County Responds

"We are taking this seriously. We expect them to take it seriously. We want to go back in and do a deal. Let's get this done," said Cory Garden.

January 15, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – Dozens of union plow drivers posted up outside of more than ten public works locations hoping to get the attention of St. Louis County officials. “It’s heartbreaking because we know the impact this is having on employees. It’s disappointing, we know it has impacts on the citizens,” said St. Louis County Communications Manager Dana Kazel….

Fatal Eveleth House Fire Victim Identified, Neighborhood Mourns

77-year-old Bonnie Mae Phinney was trapped in the house as it burned to the ground.

January 15, 2020

Arman Rahman,

EVELETH, Minn.- The identity of a 77-year-old woman who died in a house fire in Eveleth Tuesday morning has been released. Several area fire departments responded to a structure fire on North Court, after a woman called saying she was unable to get out. “Me and my wife were talking about when the reports were coming in that her body…

Truck Damages Building, Residents Displaced

January 15, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – It was a scary scene yesterday evening in Superior after a truck crashed into a residential building on East Second Street. The Superior Fire Department responded to the scene shortly before 5 o’clock where they found the Chevy pickup truck had severely damaged the building and multiple gas meters. Natural gas started leaking into the building, causing…

Maple School District Receives Financial Boost

January 15, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

MAPLE, Wisc. – The Maple School district received a big financial boost today. Lake Effect Dance Studio and American Family Insurance combined to donate $4,000 to both Northwestern Elementary School and Iron River Elementary School. For the past two years, both teachers and students have filled out a wish list of classroom supplies they would like to have. This donation…

New Business Plans Aims To Help Childcare Providers

January 15, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – Childcare providers have more support coming their way. A new business plan has now been introduced by the city of Duluth which provides loans and grants to childcare providers. Each will create more spaces for kids in their programs. Leadership from the city says, this program will help grow the economy. “We recognize that not only is…

McCollum Proposes Permanent Mining Ban Near Boundary Waters

January 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Copper-nickel mining would be permanently banned upstream from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness under a bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum. The Minnesota Democrat said at a news conference in Washington that the bill would protect over 234,000 acres within the Superior National Forest outside the Boundary Waters from copper-nickel mining. The land includes the…

House Sending Trump Impeachment to Senate, Trial to Follow

January 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The House has voted to send two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump to the Senate. Delivery is set for a dramatic late-afternoon procession across the U.S. Capitol for only the third such trial in American history. Trump complained anew of a “hoax,” even as new details emerged about his political efforts in Ukraine. The move…

Authorities Identify Victim in Eveleth House Fire

January 15, 2020

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Facebook/Northland FireWire) EVELETH, Minn. – Authorities have released the name of the victim who died in a house fire in Eveleth on Tuesday. The Eveleth Police Department identified the victim as 77-year-old Bonnie Mae Phinney. The fire was reported around 11:00 a.m. Tuesday in the 700 Block of North Court. When fire crews arrived on scene the home was…

Soo Locks Closed for Maintenance Until Spring

January 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

SAULT STE. MARIE, MI – The U-S Army Corps of Engineers says the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan are now closed to navigation until March 25th. The Corps uses this downtime for critical maintenance of the lock structures. The last vessel through the locks early Wednesday morning was the Burns Harbor, a thousand footer that is on its…

Midday Update 1-15-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, January 15, 2020

January 15, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, January 15, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update

Governor Includes Shoreline Projects in Duluth in Latest Bonding Proposal

January 15, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan announced the final bonding packages Wednesday morning in their Local Jobs and Project Plan which includes funds for Duluth’s shoreline projects. The Local jobs and Project Plan includes The Public Safety and Asset Preservation package, an $857 million proposal, includes funding for armories, police stations, fire departments, and…

Northern Lights Foundation to Host 11th Annual More Cowbell Fundraiser

The Energetic More Cowbell Fundraiser is Happening Thursday, January 16 at Grandma's Sports Garden in Canal Park

January 15, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For folks dealing with a strange fever in the Northland, the Northern Lights Foundation has a prescription — More Cowbell! The 11th annual Northern Lights Foundation Fundraiser supports local children facing life-threatening illnesses. The comical event is happening Thursday, January 16 at The Sports Garden in Canal Park. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. with the show…

New Childcare Facility to Open in Downtown Duluth This Spring

The New Facility Plans to Open in May 2020

January 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new childcare facility plans to open this spring in downtown Duluth. According to a recent press release, Mesabi Preschool Academy plans to open a second facility in the Wieland Building located at 26 East Superior Street in May. Mesabi Preschool Academy is currently located in Proctor and provides childcare to 70 children ages two through fifth…

Wisconsin Choice Schools Win Lawsuit Over Virtual Learning

January 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A judge has ruled that Wisconsin’s education department is illegally treating private choice schools differently to public schools by not allowing them to count online classes toward instructional time. The ruling on Tuesday from Waukesha County Circuit Judge Michael Bohren is a win for School Choice Wisconsin Action. The group includes private schools in the state’s…

Pelosi Names Schiff, Nadler as Prosecutors for Trump Trial

January 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has announced the House prosecutors for the Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. They include Democrats Adam Schiff of California and Jerrold Nadler of New York, who led the House impeachment probe. Pelosi made the announcement Wednesday morning, hours before the House was expected to vote to send the articles of impeachment…

Morning Update 1-15-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, January 15, 2020

January 15, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, January 15, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update

Great Outdoors: Ice Fishing

January 14, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Great Outdoors, we catch up with some anglers anxious to be out on the ice. Categories: News, News – Latest News

5 Residents Displaced After Pickup Truck Slams Into Building, Causes Gas Leak

January 14, 2020

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Police were investigating Tuesday after a pickup truck slammed into a multi-unit residential building and caused a gas leak. The single-vehicle accident happened around 5 p.m. at 4010 E. 2nd Street. The vehicle’s impact severed multiple natural gas meters, according to authorities. Police closed down the area to the public at one point until Superior Water Light…

3 Suspected Opioid-Related Overdoses Of Inmates At Ashland County Jail

January 14, 2020

Dan Hanger,

ASHLAND, Wis. — The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office is investigating three suspected opioid-related overdoses of inmates at the Ashland County Jail. Two inmates experienced symptoms and were hospitalized Jan. 9. Another inmate was hospitalized on Jan. 11. All three were eventually discharged from the hospital. Officials say the inmates were all housed in the same cell block. It’s believed a…

Bearboo Coffee Escape and Car Wash Gets New Owners

Previous employee became owner on New Year's Day.

January 14, 2020

Arman Rahman,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Cloquet’s only combination coffee shop and car wash is seeing new ownership this year. Natalie and Chris Swanson officially owned Bearaboo Coffee Escape and the adjacent car wash as of New Year’s Day. Natalie had been working at the hangout since February, she said customers warned not to change much and she respects that. So people can still…

Public Input Wanted Involving Changes To IDS 709’s School Boundaries

Survey available online through Feb. 3

January 14, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Public Schools is looking for public feedback to possibly re-do boundaries within the district, which could affect where your child attends school in the future. According to district officials, Congdon Elementary and Lester Park Elementary schools are currently over capacity, while Lowell Elementary is on track to be as well because of the addition of its immersion…

Workshop Trains Birth Workers New Practices

January 14, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – A local organization called Spinning Babies held a workshop to train birth workers like doulas and midwives ways to better help new moms throughout their pregnancy. Throughout the session, nearly two dozen guests participated in group exercises. They learned techniques useful that birth workers and new mom can use to during and after pregnancy. A spinning babies…

Teamsters Local 320 Members Discuss Upcoming Plow Operator Strike

Union members say it was a tough decision to strike, but won't return to the table until their 'top priorities' are addressed

January 14, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – St. Louis County plow drivers are going on strike Wednesday, the same day measurable snowfall is expected to fall, and just before a winter storm arrives Friday that could dump more than six inches of snow. “I hope we get a ton of snow and I hope the employer, the county, thinks about that and…

UPDATE: One Killed in Eveleth House Fire

January 14, 2020

Site Staff,

UPDATE: Once the fire was extinguished, personnel located the deceased body of a 77-year-old female inside the residence. The identification of the female is pending an autopsy by the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office. The incident remains under investigation by the State Fire Marshall’s Office and Eveleth Police Department. __________________________________________________________________ EVELETH, Minn. – According to a recent post on the Northland…

Cloquet Fire Sees Most Calls Ever in 2019

The Cloquet Area Fire District responded to just under 3200 calls last year.

January 14, 2020

Arman Rahman,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The Cloquet Area Fire District has seen a very busy 2019, with the largest number of calls in the Department’s history. The Department has responded to just under 3200 calls last year, and 2020 is shaping up to be just as busy. Just last Sunday, they received two calls for fires in one day. But according to Fire…

Gloria Dei Warming Center Activated for January 15, 16

January 14, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Gloria Dei Warming Center will be activated on January 15 and January 16 due to forecasted temperatures reaching below ten degrees. The Gloria Dei Center will be open from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday and is located at 219 North 6th Avenue East. CHUM says they will have two staff members on duty as…

Fake Law Officer Stopping Drivers in Northwestern Minnesota

January 14, 2020

The Associated Press,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (AP) – Authorities are warning motorists about a phony law enforcement officer who is stopping drivers in northwestern Minnesota. At least two incidents have been reported, in Clay and Becker counties. One driver reported being stopped in Hitterdal by a man who asked to see a driver’s license and then told the driver to slow down. A similar…

Teamsters Local 320 Announces It Will Strike Wednesday; Measurable Snowfall In Forecast

January 14, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Teamsters Local 320 announced in a press release Tuesday that it will officially strike Wednesday morning. This comes as 2-5 inches of snowfall is expected Wednesday. The union says the strike will “affect every Public Works Department location within St. Louis County.” “This was a tough decision for the membership to make,” says Brian Aldes, Teamsters Local…

Midday Update 1-14-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, January 14, 2020

January 14, 2020

Brett Scott,

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Wisconsin Appeals Court Puts Voter Rolls Purge on Hold

January 14, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Michael Sears/Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel via AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin appeals court on Tuesday put on hold an order to immediately remove up to 209,000 names from the state’s voter registration rolls. The appeals court sided with the bipartisan state elections commission in putting the brakes on removing any voters while the court fight continues. It also put on…

2020 Brings Changes to Retirement Savings

Financial Professional Barry Bigelow Explains the New SECURE Act (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act)

January 14, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s the first major law impacting retirement savers in more than a decade. The SECURE Act took effect January 1, which means big changes for anyone with a 401(k) or IRA. Financial Professional Barry Bigelow from Great Waters Financial recently stopped by FOX 21 Local News from 7 – 9 a.m. to discuss how the changes will…

Morning Update 1-14-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, January 14, 2020

January 14, 2020

Brett Scott,

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Trump’s Milwaukee Rally Kicks off Election Year in Wisconsin

January 14, 2020

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Some supporters of President Donald Trump lined up starting Monday night to make sure they would have a spot inside the Milwaukee arena where he hosts a rally Tuesday evening. Trump is making his first 2020 appearance in a state that’s a critical battleground in the race. He’s also counter-programming the Democratic presidential hopefuls’ debate in neighboring…

Duluth School Board May Put Old Central H.S. Building Up For Sale

January 13, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth School Board will decide Tuesday on whether to put the historic Old Central High School building up for sale. If the resolution is passed, board member Alanna Oswald says it simply means the district will see what type of interest is out there because the nearly $50 million price tag to repair the aging building…

Duluth City Council Holds First Meeting Of 2020 With New Faces

January 13, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council held its first meeting of 2020 Monday. It started with new faces and new leaders. Councilors voted to select Gary Anderson as the new council president and Renee Van Nett as vice president. Newly elected councilors Derek Medved, Roz Randorf and Janet Kennedy were there for their first council meeting of many more…

Clean Water Advocates Applaud Halt of Key PolyMet Permits For Copper-Nickel Mine

January 13, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Environmentalists and advocates of clean water gathered in Duluth Monday to celebrate the Minnesota Court of Appeals’ ruling to put a halt on two crucial permits for PolyMet’s proposed copper-nickel mine near Hoyt Lakes. Leaders from WaterLegacy, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, and even Duluth City Councilor Joel Sipress were among those praising…

Many in Hoyt Lakes Frustrated as Court of Appeals Halts PolyMet Permits

Many in town say after 15 years work, more delay is detrimental to the town.

January 13, 2020

Arman Rahman,

HOYT LAKES, Minn.- A three judge panel said the Minnesota DNR made a mistake regarding the PolyMet NorthMet project, as the Minnesota Court of Appeals put a halt on two crucial permits. “It feels like a slap in the face, to tell you the truth. It really does,” said Hoyt Lakes Mayor Chris Vreeland. The word on the streets of…

Lake Superior College Welcomes Students Back To Campus

January 13, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College Students returned back to class on Monday. To celebrate their first day back, the college kicked off it’s Winter Welcome Week. Throughout the day students enjoyed popcorn and giveaways. They even had the chance to listen to tunes from a Duluth band called Paint Party, which features a LSC student. A Local artist also…

“Can Of Worms” Project Is Still On Track

January 13, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – In November the Minnesota Department of Transportation announced the “Can of Worms” reconstruction project came in 100-million dollars over budget. But during Monday’s monthly public meeting, MnDOT officials said the project is still right on track. To help stay within the $343 million budget MnDOT decided to hold off indefinitely on two portions of the reconstruction, which…

The Lake Superior Zoo Welcomes A New Addition To It’s Animal Family

The 300 pound tiger comes to Duluth from the South Bend Zoo in Indiana.

January 13, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo is welcoming a new member to it’s animal family. A new Amur tiger named Taj will now make Duluth it’s new home. Taj arrived in Duluth last Tuesday. Lake Superior Zoo staff members say the six-year-old tiger is already beginning to get acclimated with her new home. Taj spends most of her time…

Queen Agrees To Let Harry, Meghan Move Part-Time to Canada

January 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

SANDRINGHAM, England (AP) – Queen Elizabeth II has agreed to grant Prince Harry and his wife Meghan their wish for a more independent life, allowing them to move part-time to Canada while remaining firmly in the House of Windsor. The British monarch said in a statement Monday that the summit of senior royals on Monday was “constructive,” and that it…

Hinch, Luhnow Fired for Astros’ Sign Stealing

January 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Pat Sullivan, File) HOUSTON (AP) – Houston manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow have been fired after the pair were suspended by Major League Baseball for the team’s sign-stealing during the Astros’ run to the 2017 World Series title and during the 2018 season. Commissioner Rob Manfred strongly hinted that current Boston manager Alex Cora – the…

Postponed Five Finger Death Punch Concert now Canceled

January 13, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fiver Finger Death Punch announced on Monday that they will not be able to reschedule their December concert that was postponed due to a medical emergency. The band said in a recent press release they were unable to find a date where all bands on the bill were available to reschedule the three postponed shows in Duluth,…

Wisconsin Judge Orders up to 209K Voter Names be Deleted

January 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

PORT WASHINGTON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin judge on Monday ordered the state’s elections commission to immediately begin removing up to 209,000 names from the state’s voter rolls or face hundreds of dollars in fines for each day they don’t do so. Judge Paul Malloy said in his ruling that “time is of the essence in this case” and cannot…

Midday Update 1-13-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, January 13, 2020

January 13, 2020

Brett Scott,

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Minnesota Court Rejects Two Major Permits for PolyMet Mine

January 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Court of Appeals has rejected some of the most important permits for the planned PolyMet copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota in a major victory for environmentalists. The court ruled Monday the state Department of Natural Resources erred when it declined to order a trial-like proceeding known as a “contested…

International Falls Community Prepares to Celebrate 40th Annual Icebox Days

Icebox Days Festival is Happening January 16 - 19 in International Falls

January 13, 2020

Brett Scott,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – Many in the Northland travel south when temperatures drop below zero, but one community in Northern Minnesota looks to celebrate the cold with a three day festival jam packed with fun events. Icebox Days Festival is happening Friday, January 16 – Sunday, January 19 in International Falls. This will mark the 40th year of the celebration,…

Teamsters Local 320 Members Preparing Picket Signs For Potential Strike

Members Could Strike Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, January 14

January 13, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Teamsters Local 320 is prepping for a strike after rejecting St. Louis County’s Last Best Final Offer during contract negotiations on Saturday. The union of nearly 180 members includes mechanics, bridge workers, and 102 snow plow operators. They could strike as early as Tuesday and with measurable snow in the forecast the county is also prepping…

Frozen Jr. Takes Over Duluth Playhouse Throughout January

Frozen Jr. is Happening January 10 - 26 at the Duluth Playhouse Family Theatre

January 13, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Playhouse kicks off the new year with the regional premiere of the enchanting modern classic, Disney’s Frozen JR, at the Playhouse Family Theatre. The show runs at the Depot January 10 – 26. Shows are available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. “This will be the regional premiere of Frozen JR in our area, and we are…

Morning Update 1-13-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, January 13, 2020

January 13, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 13, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update