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Contractors Remove 100 Year Old Pipes Under Superior Street Reconstruction Site

May 6, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Asbestos contractors were removing existing steam pipes, as part of phase two of the ongoing Superior Street reconstruction project. City officials tell us the asbestos contained pipes have been serving the downtown area for more than one hundred years. Environmental monitoring was performed to ensure worker and public safety during the removal Access to local businesses remained…

Suspect Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting in Hermantown Identified

Majchrzak was wanted on multiple charges in both Douglas and St. Louis County including domestic assault and drugs.

May 6, 2019

Site Staff, The Associated Press,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.-A motorcyclist who allegedly fled from police in northern Minnesota was shot and killed by officers who also struck him with a squad car. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office says 37-year-old Timothy Majchrzak was shot multiple times and died at the scene Saturday afternoon. A gun was found near him, but authorities haven’t…

Mental Health Professional Address Teen Suicide and Prevention

Mobile Crisis Hotline 218-623-1800

May 6, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Recent studies show in Minnesota suicide is now the second leading cause of death for 10–24 years old. The collaborative includes mental health professionals from thirty agencies across the region. Throughout the year multiple trainings are held to provide strategies and ideas for teen suicide prevention. Panels of speakers are invited to share personal experiences to continue…

Minnesota boy Left in car for Hours, Dies; Father Charged

May 6, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A 4-year-old boy has died after authorities say his father left him in a hot sport utility vehicle for hours while he worked at an event in St. Paul. The father, 26-year-old Kristopher Taylor of Apple Valley, is charged with second-degree manslaughter. The boy died Saturday. Authorities say Taylor left the child in the vehicle…

Great Lakes Water Levels Surge, Some Record Highs Predicted

Levels are Expected to Break Records

May 6, 2019

The Associated Press,

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) – Federal officials predict water levels will surge to record highs in some areas of the Great Lakes over the next six months. A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers report released Monday says the lakes have been rising steadily for several years and are getting an extra boost as winter’s melting snow mingles with recent heavy…

Midday Update 5-6-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, May 6, 2019

May 6, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at local headlines Monday, May 6, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather

UW Tuition Revenue Grew $366.6m Over Decade

The System's Unrestricted Balances Stood at $1.3 Billion as of June 30

May 6, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A new audit says tuition revenue at University of Wisconsin System schools grew $336.6 million over the last decade. The report from the Legislative Audit Bureau found tuition revenue grew from $933.4 million in fiscal year 2008-09 to $1.3 billion in fiscal year 2017-18. Resident tuition grew from $125.4 million to $276.3 million. Nonresident tuition increased…

Wisconsin Tourism Industry Generates $21.6 Billion

Most of the Growth is Tied to Recreational Activities

May 6, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin’s tourism industry generated $21.6 billion last year. That’s according to a new report from the state Department of Tourism. The report says visitor spending rose nearly 5 percent in 2018 to $13.3 billion. Tourism brought in $1.2 billion in federal taxes, $879 million in state taxes and $703 million in local taxes. Most of the…

Two Additional Shows Confirmed for Minnesota State Fair

May 6, 2019

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Two additional evenings of entertainment were announced to play the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand this summer: Logic 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29 Tickets: $55 and $43 (general admission plaza-level standing room only, no chairs; and reserved seating) On sale: noon Friday, May 10 ZZ Top – 50th Anniversary Tour with special guest Cheap Trick 7 p.m. Monday,…

Opening Soon: The Adventure Park on the North Shore

A Grand Opening for The Adventure Park on the North Shore is Set for Friday, May 24

May 6, 2019

Brett Scott,

SILVER BAY, Minn. – The layout of the land is changing on the corner of Highway 61 and Outer Drive in Silver Bay. The Adventure Park on the North Shore is currently expanding to include a high ropes course with an opening date of Friday, May 24 at 3:00 p.m. The Park was first exposed in 2017 when the owners…

A Healthy Baby boy for Prince Harry and Meghan

May 6, 2019

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Frank Augstein, file) LONDON (AP) – A beaming Prince Harry says he and his wife Meghan have a healthy baby boy. Harry says he’s “incredibly proud” of his wife after she gave birth early Monday morning. The baby weighs 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and palace officials say he was born at 5:26 a.m. Monday. The infant, now the seventh…

Purchase a Pack, Plant a Tree

The Monthlong Drive is in Collaboration with the Minnesota DNR

May 6, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Pack has brought back its company-wide and month-long Arbor Day campaign called, “Buy A Pack, We Give Back.” Due to the company’s success with the philanthropic campaign in 2018, the Made in America business has brought it back once again for 2019. For every Duluth Pack manufactured product sold, Duluth Pack will properly plant a tree…

Morning Update 5-6-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, May 6, 2019

May 6, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at local news and weather making headlines Monday, May 6, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather

Hermantown Suspect Killed In Police Shootout ID’d

Police Department, Sheriff's Office Don't Have Body Cameras

May 5, 2019

Dan Hanger,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The suspect who was killed in an officer-involved shooting in Hermantown Saturday has been identified as Timothy Russell Majchrzak, 37, of Hermantown, according to the Midwest Medical Examiner. He died of multiple gunshot wounds. The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension will provide additional information, including the names of the deputies, after the initial interviews with people involved are…

Millard LaJoy Dies at 106 Years Old

May 5, 2019

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Millard LaJoy — a man we have followed since he turned 100 — has died at the age of 106. LaJoy, of Pike Lake, died peacefully Friday in his sleep. He graduated in 1930 from Duluth Central and went to the U of M to receive engineering and law degrees. He owned Cubs Roller Skating Rink, worked…

Homegrown 2019 Comes to an End

Another successful Homegrown in Duluth.

May 5, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Homegrown 2019 has finally come to an end after a long but rewarding 8 days. The local music festival held its final shows Sunday afternoon at Canal Park Brewing. This was the first year Homegrown had a night dedicated to craft district venues, something that had a positive response from the community. “This year is just as strong as…

‘Dementia Friendly Duluth’ Holds First Victory Chorus Performance

The Victory Chorus is made up of singers with dementia, caretakers and volunteers.

May 5, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- A program three years in the making held its debut performance. Dementia Friendly Duluth was proud to showcase their ‘Victory Chorus’- 40 person ensemble made up of singers with dementia, caretakers and volunteers young and old. The Victory Chorus performance was introduced as a mindful musical journey. These singers were hard at work practicing for 12 weeks and could not…

Tacos and Arcade Games Come to Lincoln Park with Taco Arcada

Owners of Duluth Grill Family open up fourth establishment.

May 5, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The expansion of the Lincoln Park Craft District is continuing with the grand opening of Taco Arcada, bringing a twist to your traditional taco restaurant. The owners of Duluth Grill, Corktown Deli and Brews, and OMC Smokehouse debuted their newest hotspot in Lincoln Park, and the place was packed. The pixelated sounds of old games and the clicking…

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo at Bethel Lutheran Church

Tacos served for church fundraiser.

May 5, 2019

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Sunday was Cinco de Mayo, which commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1892. Bethel Lutheran Church celebrated the Mexican holiday with their fundraiser. They served tacos and had a photo booth manned by a professional photographer. The church’s Fundraising Committee said when it comes to events like this, their church…

Suspect Dead After Officer Involved Shooting in Hermantown

In encounter with police, shots were fired and subject was struck by squad car

May 4, 2019

Site Staff,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A suspect is dead after an officer involved shooting Saturday in Hermantown. Accrording to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), two Hermantown police officers and a St. Louis County sheriff’s deputy shortly after 3 p.m. pursued a motorcyclist who was traveling northbound on Midway Road just past West Arrowhead Road at speeds in excess of 100…

Free Comic Book Day Attracts Comic Lovers Old and New

First Saturday in May comic book stores across the country distribute free comics.

May 4, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Nerds of the Northland, rejoice–for Saturday was Free Comic Book Day. Comic book lovers crowded Rogue Robot Games and Comics in Downtown Duluth. Store owner Ryan Fleming said every year they get as many as 100 people on this day. Comics, he said, provide a unique avenue to get kids into reading. “They were a great world to…

Swarms of Boats Out for Wisconsin Fishing Opener

Lake Nebagamon is one popular local lake.

May 4, 2019

Arman Rahman,

LAKE NEBAGAMON, Wis.- The season has begun to catch Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. At 986 acres, Lake Nebagamon is a place many anglers go to feel those fish a-bitin’. The rumble of boat motors break the soft lapping of the water. “I’m 54 years old, I’ve been out here for that many years,” said Brian Gilbertson….

Memorial Blood Centers Hold Community Drive

Drive at Fox 21 in honor of 3-year-old with leukemia

May 4, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Memorial Blood Centers held a community blood drive in the Fox 21 parking lot. Memorial aimed to collect forty to fifty units in the drive, and they said they were right on target with that. Staff tell us the donation process is easy and takes about an hour. “The need for blood does not go away,” said…

CHUM Asks Community to “Walk a Mile” in the Shoes of the Homeless

This is CHUM's first Walk a Mile event

May 4, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- With a nationwide housing crisis, the homeless population continues to grow. CHUM homeless shelter wants people to experience first–hand what it would be like to walk a mile in their shoes. They’re trying a new way of bridging the gap with the homeless community. “The difference with this event is that you actually have to walk through sort…

New CBD Hemp Oil Store Opening in Duluth’s Lakeside Neighborhood

Sutherland CBD will open their second location.

May 4, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- A new CBD store is opening soon in Duluth. Sutherland CBD is making their way across the bridge to open a second location in the Lakeside neighborhood right next to Amity Coffee. Craig Sutherland says many of their Superior customers travel from up the North Shore. The new location will give them a closer place to buy hemp oil…

No Injuries in Fire at CCU College of Hair in Downtown Duluth

Cause of fire still unknown, building was unoccupied.

May 4, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The cause of a fire at CCU College of Hair on West Superior Street is still unknown, according to Duluth Fire officials. No one was injured, as the building was unoccupied. Crews responded to a report of black smoke in the area of 1st Avenue West. Upon arrival, they made entry from the alley side of the building….

Miniature Horses Delight at St. Scholastica

Two horses, Maggie and Gracie, spent the afternoon reading with kids and allowing students to pet them.

May 3, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mini therapy horses were at the college of St. Scholastica on Friday for students who might be stressed out with the semester coming to an end. Two horses, Maggie and Gracie, spent the afternoon reading with kids and allowing students to pet them. It was all to take the students’ minds off of finals. “It’s fun, the…

Model Train Exhibit is on Track at the Duluth Depot

The HO scale model trains will be running on tracks lined with buildings and trees.

May 3, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – A traveling model train exhibit is coming to the Duluth Depot this weekend. The HO scale model trains will be running on tracks lined with buildings and trees. For the 12 volunteers who set up the models, it is about more than just having fun. “We do it because we like it, but it helps us remember…

UWS Students Help Host Kids Carnival at the Boys and Girls Club

The day was for children who are on the waiting list for the highly popular Mentor Duluth program.

May 3, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Criminal justice students at UWS held a carnival day for children who are on the waiting list for the highly popular Mentor Duluth program. The program matches children in the area with positive role models. The carnival featured kids who were all smiles enjoying the activities. It also taught the UWS students how much of an impact…

Wisconsin DNR Using Controlled Burns to Maintain Prairie Habitat

The Douglas County Wildlife Center uses controlled burns to maintain the land.

May 3, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

GORDON, Wis.- It’s the beginning of burn season for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Pending the right weather conditions, the DNR has just a small window of time to reset some of the state’s prairie lands and make the space livable for certain wildlife. This kind of land is called pine barons. It’s a type of habitat that’s locally common…

Junk Hunt in Full Swing at the DECC

The junk hunt continues tomorrow from 9 am to 4 pm.

May 3, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Vintage treasures are in full stock at the semi–annual Duluth Junk Hunt at the DECC. Nearly 150 vendors from around Minnesota are selling a variety of antique and repurposed items. Thousands of hard core “Junkers” rummaged through the aisle of vendors hoping to find the ultimate treasure. “My son is in second grade and learning to play…

Superior Promoting Boat Safety with “Kids Don’t Float” Program

There are now two Kids Don't Float Stations and the city of Superior is hoping to add more.

May 3, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A life vest can be beneficial in preventing boating related drownings and the city of superior’s Kids Don’t Float program is an attempt at saving lives. A ribbon was cut to re–welcome the Kids Don’t Float program. The project through the city of Superior and the local Chamber of Commerce allows kids of all ages and sizes…

Duluth Children’s Museum Offers Free Admission for Community Day

The Duluth Children's Museum will debut a new exhibit May 4th.

May 3, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Families played at the Duluth Children’s Museum for free during its Community Day. The event is part of an initiative with the city of Duluth, which is aimed at highlighting local attractions. Museum staff say it’s a great time to get out and enjoy all that local draws have to offer. “so many people in our community…

Future of Duluth Golf Courses

The City of Duluth is recommending one Duluth golf course will be downsized

May 3, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth is recommending nine holes of the Lester Park Golf Course be sold off following the 2019 season for a housing development that could be turned into up to 400 multi-family housing units. The City’s recommendation would improve the infrastructure at Enger Park Golf Course while continuing to operate the other 18 holes at Lester…

Judge Rules Murder Suspect Cannot Have Mental Illness Defense

Sentencing is Scheduled for June 13

May 3, 2019

Site Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. – A sixth district judge has ruled that a Grand Rapids man convicted of murder in the second-degree did not have mental illness or cognitive impairment to afford him a mental illness defense. Benjamin Lundquist was accused of stabbing and killing 54-year-old Joel Gangness of Hibbing in January of 2017 in an apartment there. Lundquist initially told police…

Cloquet man Charged With Assaulting Infant, Pleads Guilty

Sentencing is Scheduled for May 31

May 3, 2019

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – A Cloquet father charged with assault on his three month old son has pleaded guilty. Orion Harrison Sinclair Verbist, 26, was charged with first-degree assault on December 20, 2018 following reports from St. Luke’s Hospital that a three-month old infant presented with injuries consistent with child abuse. According to reports, the infant was brought to the hospital…

Chorizo Tacos for Cinco De Mayo

COOKING CONNECTION: Bucktales Cantina & Grill for Cinco De Mayo

May 3, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In this week’s Cooking Connection we are celebrating Cinco De Mayo, with Chorizo Tacos from Bucktales Cantina! ADDRESS: 6098 WI-35, Superior, WI 54880 CONTACT: (715) 394-4181, Facebook Page HOURS: Tues – Thurs 2 – 9pm, Fri 2-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm, closed Monday Categories: Community, Cooking Connection, Entertainment, Features, Links, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin…

Minneapolis to pay $20M to Family of 911 Caller Slain by cop

The Settlement was Announced Friday

May 3, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The city of Minneapolis is paying $20 million to settle a lawsuit over a police officer’s fatal shooting of an unarmed woman who approached his squad car after calling 911 to report a possible crime. Mayor Jacob Frey announced the settlement Friday, three days after a jury convicted Mohamed Noor of murder and manslaughter in the 2017…

Midday Update 5-3-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, May 3, 2019

May 3, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at local news and weather making headlines Friday, May 3, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather

Worker Leave During Investigations Costs Taxpayers Millions

The State is Estimated to Have Paid out Millinos

May 3, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A TV station reveals that Minnesota and local governments have been shelling out millions of taxpayer dollars to public employees to stay away from their jobs while they’re being investigated for allegations of misconduct, wrongdoing or crimes. KARE-TV obtained public records that show the Twin Cities paid more than $3.7 million to workers over the past three…

Punch & Kick Your Way to Happiness & Health with Kickboxing in the Northland!

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: 9Round Kickboxing 30-Minute Intense Workout

May 3, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — Life stressing you out? Does the cooler weather make you upset? Then it’s time to PUNCH IT OUT at Duluth’s 9 Round kickboxing program in this week’s Active Adventures with Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot! 9Round is a kickboxing themed fitness program that incorporates a functional, interval, cardiovascular and circuit training regimens. The program consists of a proprietary…

Duluth’s Downtown Branch of YMCA to Close for Renovations

The Downtown Branch will be Closed May 20 - 27

May 3, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The downtown branch of the Duluth Area Family YMCA is set to temporarily close for one week, May 20 – 27. While workers will be upgrading the facility during the weeklong closure, the Y will continue to offer its members the ability to exercise at the Superior YMCA through a reciprocal membership agreement, as well as engage in…

One Child Dies, Another Hurt After Fall From Apartment Window

The Children Appear to be Under Four Years of age

May 3, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Authorities say one child is dead and another is hospitalized in critical condition after falling from a window at a south Minneapolis apartment building. Minneapolis police received a call about 2:20 p.m. Thursday reporting the incident at a building along the Midtown Greenway. Police spokesman John Elder says workers in the area saw the children fall from…

Student Secretly Records Verbal Abuse From Hibbing Teacher

May 3, 2019

Site Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. (WCCO) – A student’s secret recordings have kept a Minnesota teacher out of the classroom while a school district investigates the incident. Dan Gotz is a seventh grade science teacher at Hibbing High School. According to WCCO, a student reported the teacher months ago to school officials. The student’s parents say the Vice Principle observed Mr. Gotz for…

Morning Update 5-3-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, May 3, 2019

May 3, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at local news and weather making headlines Friday, May 3, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Mt. Iron man Charged With Attempted Murder

May 3, 2019

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A 23-year-old Mt. Iron man has been charged with two counts of second-degree attempted murder while attempting to commit a drive-by shooting, according to court records. Dayton Joseph Konecny was arrested on April 29 in connection to the shooting that left a male victim with a gunshot wound to his right leg. According to the criminal complaint,…

Klobuchar Releases $100B Substance Abuse, Mental Health Plan

The Money Would Come Largely From Opioid Manufacturers

May 3, 2019

The Associated Press,

CHICAGO (AP) – Democratic presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar has released a plan to spend $100 billion over a decade to improve mental health care and fight substance abuse. It’s an issue the Minnesota senator has faced firsthand as the daughter of an alcoholic who struggled with addiction for years before getting sober. The wide-ranging plan unveiled Friday includes funding for…

Duluth Officer Shot On Duty Remembers Fallen K-9, Trains For Next Chapter With New K-9

May 3, 2019

Dan Hanger, Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been four months since a suicidal domestic-assault suspect shot Duluth police officer Aaron Haller and fatally shot his K-9 partner Haas. Officer Aaron Haller and K-9 Haas People lined the street during Haas’ funeral procession, and they’d later pack the DECC for his memorial. As FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports, Aaron and his wife open up…

Twin Ports Observes National Day of Prayer

Cities across the nation observed the day of prayer.

May 2, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

NORTHLAND – Dozens of people gathered outside the city halls of Superior and Duluth to sing hymns and gather with others in the community to celebrate God. “I think it basically talks about promoting god’s love and his wisdom in the community and between all races ethnicities all peoples and it’s much appreciated,” said Mark Eskola, a Rice Lake Resident….

Va Bene Changing Hands

The restaurant is being sold to two of the managers, and will be staying largely the same.

May 2, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Va Bene, an Italian restaurant in Duluth is changing ownership after 13 years. It’s located in on East Superior Street. The owners sold the restaurant to two of their managers who want to keep it going strong. “They compliment each other very well and we asked them offered them the chance to do this and they really…