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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

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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

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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,

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Train Cars Derail in Dunn County

January 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP) – Officials say a train derailment in western Wisconsin has closed roads in the area. The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office says the Union Pacific train was traveling east of the village of Knapp when some cars jumped the track Sunday. No one was hurt and no hazardous materials spilled. The Menomonie Fire Department says…

Ex-Prisoners Who Can Vote Sought for Wisconsin 2020 Election

January 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Community activists believe there are thousands of former prisoners across Wisconsin who have the right to vote but don’t know it. They say those people could be a factor next year in a state known for deciding elections by the narrowest of margins. So a statewide group of former prisoners is fanning out across Wisconsin in an…

Superior Curling Club Hosts Curling Instructor Course

January 12, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Representatives from the United States Curling Association were in Superior on Sunday to help people learn the ins and outs of coaching curling. About 20 people participated in the program with the goal of becoming a certified curling instructor. Proper form, and also proper instructing techniques were the main focus of the class. “A lot of the…

COGGS Members Celebrate Successful Year, Look Ahead To 2020

January 12, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It was a big night for the Cyclists of the Gitchee Gumee Shores. Dozens of COGGS members came together at Thirsty Pagen in Superior to look back at their accomplishments in 2019. The group also looked ahead to 2020, involving current and future mountain bike trails in the twin ports. “It’s a celebration of what we’ve done….

Parks and Recreation Hosts Snowshoe Hike on Piedmont Trail

They explained that using snowshoes in the winter instead of just hiking keeps the trail groomed for all kinds of other activities such as fat tire biking.

January 12, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth Parks and Recreation Department hosted a snowshoe hike starting from the Piedmont Trailhead on Sunday. Parks and Recreation wanted to show people a different trail they might not have visited yet. They explained that using snowshoes in the winter instead of just hiking keeps the trail groomed for all kinds of other activities…

Social Media Threat Against Superior Middle School Resolved By Police

School Will Begin Monday As Normal

January 12, 2020

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The following statements were released by the Superior School District and the Superior Police Department after a video surfaced on social media with someone saying they planned to shoot up the middle school on Monday. That threat has since been investigated and dealt with by the Superior Police Department. School will go on as usual on Monday…

Thousands Attend Annual Duluth Wedding Show

January 11, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands of people flooded the DECC in Duluth looking for the latest and greatest ideas for their big day. The 32nd annual wedding show was in full swing with hundreds of exhibitors for the future brides and grooms. One bride to be we spoke with says, events like these are essential for planning such an important day….

Young Snowmobilers Earn Certification and Learn Rules of the Trails

Anyone born after 1976 needs a certification to operate a sled to take advantage of the more than 22,000 miles of snowmobile trails in Minnesota.

January 11, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Young snowmobiliers earned their certifications to operate sleds on their own at Reservoir Riders Snowmobile Club. Snowmobiling is a widely popular sport in Minnesota. There are more than 22,000 miles of snowmobile trails statewide. Anyone born after 1976 needs a certification to operate a sled. “Now I can drive my own sled in Canada when we go…

Teamsters Union Rejects Final Contract Offer from St. Louis County

Potential strike could happen as early as January 14th

January 11, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – The Teamsters Local 320 has rejected St. Louis County’s latest contract offer, moving them closer to a potential strike. Nearly 180 county public works employees are represented by the union, including plow operators, mechanics, bridge crew members, and maintenance workers. “We are disappointed in the outcome of today’s vote rejecting this Last Best Final Offer,”…

8th Annual Lake Superior Libraries Unsymposium

Around 40 library workers spoke about topics ranging from climate change in libraries to different outreach programs.

January 10, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Librarians in Minnesota and Wisconsin met at the Superior Public Library for the annual winter unsymposium. It is called an unsymposium because there is no set agenda coming into the day and the librarians choose the topics as a group. Around 40 library workers spoke about topics ranging from climate change in libraries to different outreach programs….

City of Duluth Seeks Million in Bonding Money for Coastal Repair

City officials say the bonding money will be used to put focus on community gems such as the Lakewalk, Baywalk, and Brighton Beach.

January 10, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth announced a proposal seeking $13.5 million in state bonding money this upcoming legislative session for coastal repair. City officials say the bonding money will be used to put focus on community gems such as the Lakewalk, Baywalk, and Brighton Beach. The money will contribute to an ongoing $62 million project aimed at reconstructing…

Lifehouse Welcomes New Executive Director

January 10, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lifehouse officially has a new executive director. Duluth native, Jordan Johnson took over on Monday after former Lifehouse director Maude Dornfeld retired. Johnson previously spent over 15 years in New Mexico doing public health and community advocacy work. He says, he’s hit the ground running so far and is ready to continue the Lifehouse legacy. “My goal…

Seniors Learn How To Outsmart The Scammers

According to the Federal Trade Commission nearly 15 million Americans have their identities stolen each year.

January 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Fraud rates are on the rise and scammers are becoming sneakier with their approach. One of the reasons many people are subject to a large number of incidents of fraud and identity theft is the lack of education. At the Lew Martin Senior Center in Superior, a financial advisor from Edward Jones Investments stopped by to teach…

Crash Reported on I-535

January 10, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – According to the MN Department of Transportation road reports, a crash has been reported between Garfield Avenue and the end of I-535. We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Officer Reinstated After Use-Of-Force Incident

January 10, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth police officer who was fired for dragging a handcuffed man through a downtown skywalk in 2017 has been reinstated. According to a recent news release, Officer Adam Huot was reinstated and returned to active duty on Monday. Officer Huot is currently assigned to administrative duties inside the Duluth Police Department Headquarters. In October, the Minnesota…

Infected Douglas County Deer Traced to Pine County Farm

January 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Board of Animal Health says investigators have traced a deer on a Douglas County farm that was infected with the chronic wasting disease to a farm in Pine County that supplied the animal. The board says a doe on the Pine County farm that tested positive has been put down and the eight…

Walz Proposes $300 Million in Borrowing for Water Projects

January 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Elizabeth Flores/Star Tribune via AP) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota should borrow $300 million to replace aging infrastructure and upgrade treatment facilities to protect its water supplies, Gov. Tim Walz proposed Friday as he announced the second of four installments of his public works borrowing package for the 2020 session. Walz told reporters the water quality package in his…

Home Damaged in Friday Morning Fire

January 10, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A home in the Duluth Heights neighborhood sustained around $60,000 worth of damage due to a Friday morning house fire. The Duluth Fire Department says they responded to a house fire around 9:15 a.m. at 2131 Miller Creek Driver. When fire crews arrived they found smoke coming from the eaves of a single-story home. The lone occupant…

Update: Two Men Charged in Connection to Overdose Death

January 10, 2020

Site Staff,

(Dunn, Byrd) DULUTH, Minn. – Two men have been formally charged in connection to the overdose death of a 25-year-old woman last year. According to Duluth police, Kyham Lavon Dunn, 25, and Solomon Byrd Jr., 27, were arrested on Thursday without incident in connection to the sale of fentanyl which resulted in the death of Alexandria Price last September. Dunn…

Midday Update 1-10-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, January 10, 2020

January 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, January 10, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update

Superior Shores Resort Sold for $15 Million

January 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. (AP) – A large resort on Minnesota’s North Shore of Lake Superior has been sold for $15 million. The sale of Superior Shores Resort near Two Harbors to North Shore Resort Company continues a trend of major hospitality transactions along with the popular vacation destination. North Shore Resorts is a family-owned company led by Bryce Campbell and…

Minnesota Flu Deaths Double to 16 so Far This Season

January 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The number of flu deaths in Minnesota this season has double, health officials said Thursday. According to the Minnesota Department of Health’s weekly influenza report, as of last week, 16 people have died of flu so far this season. That’s double the total of eight deaths that had been reported by the previous week. But…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

They explained that using snowshoes in the winter instead of just hiking keeps the trail groomed for all kinds of other activities such as fat tire biking.

School Will Begin Monday As Normal

Anyone born after 1976 needs a certification to operate a sled to take advantage of the more than 22,000 miles of snowmobile trails in Minnesota.

Potential strike could happen as early as January 14th

Around 40 library workers spoke about topics ranging from climate change in libraries to different outreach programs.

City officials say the bonding money will be used to put focus on community gems such as the Lakewalk, Baywalk, and Brighton Beach.

According to the Federal Trade Commission nearly 15 million Americans have their identities stolen each year.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, January 10, 2020

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