DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council passed an ordinance they believe will cut down on sex trafficking across the ctity. The ordinance requires that all massage providers have at least five-hundred hours of certified training. Massage business owners will also have to complete background checks and their shops can no longer be open from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m….
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The nicer weather gave some in Superior a chance to clean up local boat launches. The Northland Paddlers Alliance adopted the Woodstock Bay Paddle Access Launch, after it was designated for Paddle Access last year. On Tuesday they broke out the bags to pick up garbage, and get the launch ready for paddlers this summer. “I think anybody…
DULUTH, Minn. – Superior Hiking Trail along Spirit Mountain got a fresh new look thanks to some students from Harbor City International School. Students restored the trail by adding a new boardwalk for a better hiking experience. this restoration project is part of a community service requirement for the school. a teacher says sometimes its best to get out of…
DULUTH, Minn. – Back in January, the Duluth City Council voted to raise the age a person is allowed to buy tobacco to 21. And tomorrow, that new ordinance is taking effect. The American Lung Association celebrated the new law during a recent press conference. The new ordinance means anyone under the age of 21 cannot buy cigarettes, e–cigarettes, and…
DULUTH, Minn. – One day after a 16-year-old boy, Auso Dufault, was found dead from a gunshot wound in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, Duluth police have not determined if the shooting was criminal or self-inflicted. Dufault is the same person charged as an adult with two felonies for allegedly robbing and shooting at a female April 23 on the same block…
DULUTH, Minn. – Calling all Northland pets, and owners, too! You’re invited to a pet parade known as Bark, Bike, Walk, on Wednesday, May 29 in Canal Park. Zeitgeist is behind the 2nd annual event. It’s part of the organizations month long Bus, Bike, Walk campaign. The walk is set to begin at 6:00 p.m., with pets and their owners walking…
DULUTH, Minn.-The future of the proposed Bear Country exhibit at the Lake Superior Zoo could get a little bit brighter tonight. The Duluth City Council is set to vote on spending nearly $400,000 on the project. With those funds, an architectural firm would develop design drawings which would eventually be used for construction of the site which will feature brown,…
DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Duluth Police Department, a preliminary report has confirmed that Ausineese Aubin Dufault’s cause of death has been confirmed as a gunshot wound to the head. Authorities say that the manner of death is still pending further investigation and they will “provide more details as they become available.” Duluth police discovered Dufault dead inside a…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota farmers are still having trouble getting their crops into the ground as an unusually wet spring persists. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported in its weekly crop progress and condition report for Minnesota Tuesday that a third of the state’s corn crop has yet to be planted. That puts Minnesota farmers eight days behind…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Legislation to help make emergency insulin supplies more affordable for diabetics who lack adequate insurance failed to make it across this finish line in last week’s special session. But Republican Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka says he expects the issue will return next year. The proposal was named after Alec Smith, a 26-year-old uninsured Minneapolis…
DULUTH, Minn. – A revised ordinance for how massage parlors operate in Duluth is also expected to be voted on by the council. This comes after this spring’s arrests of two massage parlor owners who were accused of operating a sex trafficking ring at Better Massage in Duluth and Soothing Massage in Superior. The ordinance would call for stricter licensing…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Continuing a University of Wisconsin tuition freeze for another two years and adding back scientists positions at the Department of Natural Resources are both up for key votes in the Legislature’s budget committee. The Joint Finance Committee was scheduled to vote Tuesday on UW funding and issues related to the DNR. The Republican-controlled panel was also…
DULUTH, Minn. — Vikre Distillery is teaming up with Duluth’s Best Bread to add more small bites to their snack menu. Duluth’s Best Bread has crafted a set of snacks to pair with Vikre’s creative cocktails. The menu will include both vegetarian and gluten–free options. In this week’s Cooking Connection we are making Sun–dried Tomato Pesto Tarts (also known as…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, May 28, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Court of Appeals has rejected a request for another environmental review for the planned PolyMet copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota. Environmental groups asked the appeals court to order the Department of Natural Resources to conduct a supplemental study of the impacts if PolyMet builds a larger mine than what regulators have approved. They…
DULUTH, Minn. – Residents living in the Duluth area are invited to the 7th annual Housing for All Summit happening Wednesday, May 29 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church (Coppertop) 230 East Skyline Parkway. The Affordable Housing Coalition is asking people from the Duluth area to take part and speak out during the one day community summit…
DULUTH, Minn. – Gnesen Convenience Store on Rice Lake Road is more than just your everyday local gas station. It’s also the home for authentic Filipino food. Beth Canete, owner of Nanay’s Kitchen, got her start by selling egg rolls and empanadas. Soon after, she would host a fundraiser for the Philippines disaster relief after super typhoon Haiyan hit in…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – States are heatedly debating whether to make it more difficult for students to avoid vaccinations for religious or philosophical reasons amid the worst measles outbreak in decades, but schoolchildren invoking such waivers are outnumbered in many states by those who give no excuse at all for lacking their shots. Instead, data reported to the Centers for…
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DULUTH, Minn.- A small but mighty group of Duluthians spent part of the afternoon braving the winds and cleaning up Park Point Beach. This is the first clean up organized by the group of friends. They first had the urge to clean up parks and beaches when they were students in grad school. Now they do it because they want to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Veterans for Peace held their annual memorial day remembrance ceremony at Endion Station Monday. The Duluth–Superior chapter uses the ceremony to honor veterans and those who have fallen without glorifying war. They hope that those walking along the lakewalk who saw the ceremony will remember what the day means and join them in working towards peace. “It’s always important…
CARLTON, Minn.- Large, billowing American flags form a border around the graves of fallen soldiers on the top of the hill at Hillside Cemetery. The Carlton VFW Post 2962 led a large crowd in honoring the lives lost in battle. “When we’ve got a full cemetery of people it makes us feel very good,” said Mike LaFave, Senior Vice Commander…
PROCTOR, Minn.- The American Legion 106 in Proctor held its 99th Annual Memorial Day Observance on Monday. People started their observance at the Proctor Area Community Center before the Honor Guard carried the Memorial Day tribute to six different area cemeteries. “I think it’s so important to never forget them,” said Dick Jazdzewski, Adjutant with the American Legion, referring to…
DULUTH, Minn.- A 16-year-old boy charged in an April shooting incident was found dead early Monday morning in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Duluth police discovered Ausineese Aubin Dufault dead from a gunshot wound inside a home while responding to a report of a gunshot in the 2100 block of West Third Street around 2:47 a.m. At last report from police…
today the proctor historical society debuted three new exhibits at the proctor museum. One of the exhibits will honor the founding members of the historical society as this year marks 25 years since it was founded. Other exhibits celebrate 100 years of Proctor High School Basketball and the moving of the Yellow Stone steam train back in 1963. “It is…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The American Legion Post 109 and Two Harbors High School hosted a memorial day service where hundreds of people gathered at the Lakeview Cemetery. the honor guard gave traditional military honors to commemorate honor soldiers. A Vietnam vet also shared his story with the community. The legion president says it’s important to pay tribute even if…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Well c’mon get happy. The “Superior Singers” is back for their 2019 summer concert series. Today people turned out to hear what the singers were working with this year. The singers performed a collection of feel good songs from the 1970’s. Every year the group opens their series at the Bong Center. The “Superior Singers” have been…
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office reports one man is dead after a crash on US Foresty Road 2182 located in rural northern Itasca County. The crash happened Saturday, May 25. When deputies responded, they found an ATV off the roadway. Jason Lee Schultz, 32, was found deceased as a result of injuries from the crash. Schultz…
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DULUTH, Minn. – If you’re looking for adventurous plans on Memorial Day, the staff at Sprit Mountain have you covered. Although some patches of snow still cover the mountain, the Adventure Park at Spirit Mountain opened for the summer season Saturday, May 25. Activities currently available for customers include the Alpine Coaster, zip line, jumping pillow and mini golf. The…
WISCONSIN (AP) – Wisconsin might be best known for its beer and cheese offerings, but the state is now dabbling in other areas of interest. A new report shows the states wineries are dragging tourists from across the Upper Midwest. A recent Michigan State University study estimated 1.78 million visits were made to Wisconsin’s winery tasting rooms in 2015, bringing…
Authorities continue to investigate after a 16-year-old male was found dead after a shooting in the Duluth Lincoln Park neighborhood. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, crime, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather
DULUTH, Minn.- A 16-year-old boy charged in an April shooting incident was found dead early Monday morning in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Duluth police discovered Ausineese Aubin Dufault dead from a gunshot wound inside a home while responding to a report of a gunshot in the 2100 block of West Third Street around 2:47 a.m. At last report from police…
DULUTH, Minn.- During Motorcycle Awareness Month, hundreds of bikers from as far as Rochester came together at the Vineyard Church in Duluth, to hold the annual Blessing of the Bikes. The music blares, as young and old scarf down baked beans and barbecue. At first glance it’s a typical Memorial Day Weekend Barbecue outside Vineyard church. “It’s something that I…
DULUTH, Minn.- It felt like summer on Sunday in Duluth, and many spots throughout the city were filled with people savoring the sun. Brighton Beach was packed with people enjoying the weather in a variety of different ways. It was the perfect day for some vacationing in the Northland as they splashed around in the waters of Lake Superior. “We…
DULUTH, Minn.- Local musicians broke out their banjos, guitars, jugs and anything that made noise for the 23rd annual Battle of the Jug Bands competition. Amazing Grace Bakery in Canal Park was filled with people who love making music. Bands were judged on how creative their instruments were. Some artists used jugs and washboards, others has their own talents to show…
DULUTH, Minn.- Park Point’s Sky Harbor Airport wants to take you above the lake in a helicopter. The airport is running a special deal this Memorial Day Weekend- helicopter rides over the Twin Ports for 20 dollars. The staff is trying to see if people are actually interested in doing helicopter tours this Summer and figured this was a good way…
DULUTH, Minn.- On a sunny day most people want to get outside and soak up Lake Superior. Duluth Glides thinks the best way to see it is to roll around it. Special for Memorial Day Weekend, Duluth Glides busted out their segway tours for the Summer season. The owners are facing a few challenges finding courses to ride with all the…
Town of Pence, Wis. – A man is dead after a ATV crash early Sunday morning in Iron County, Wisconsin. The Iron County Sheriff’s Office says the 911 call was received around 12:10 a.m. about an ATV accident at the intersection of Spring Camp Road and Whiteside Street in the Town of Pence. When authorities arrived, they found a single…
VIRGINIA, Minn.- Fallen veteran Dante Tini lost his life 77 years ago in the attack on Pearl Harbor. The Virginia native’s remains were recently brought back to Minnesota and Saturday, family said their final goodbyes to Tini. “Dante did not join the military because of the war. He was already in the navy when the war came to him,” celebrant Rev….
DULUTH, Minn.- Animal Allies Humane Society is trying to get more loveable pets homes with some incentives. If you adopted one pet, you went home with a Swiffer Cleaning Product. According to the staff at the Humane Society said spring and summer is a great time for adopting. “There are many more litters of kittens and more puppies come through…
DULUTH, Minn.- As many break out their grills and picnic tables this Memorial Day Weekend, fitness fanatics at Aerial Athletics honored Memorial Day in a different way: with an intense workout. The dripping sweat and the grunts of intensity feel more like a boot camp than a Memorial Day event. “Do something that’s maybe a little more important than an…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Hundreds packed the Bong Historical Center parking lot for their Memorial Weekend Barbecue and Military Vehicle Show. According to organizers, before 11 a.m. 600 people had been through the museum. At the free event they could climb the rock wall, bounce in bouncy houses, and explore military vehicles with veterans. “They sacrificed so we can do this kinda…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Legislature passed a $48 billion state budget. It includes money for some big Duluth projects. According to Senator Erik Simonson (DFL-Duluth), Duluth’s half-percent sales tax increase for road repairs and about $97 million for the Essentia Health and St. Luke’s Medical District expansion are included in the tax bill. The legislature also approved a…
DULUTH, Minn. – May 24 is Duluth native Bob Dylan’s birthday. To celebrate his 78th birthday this year Duluth Dylan Fest hosted a nine day schedule of events. On Thursday, fans from around the world gathered at the central hillside house he once lived to listen to Dylan’s music played by Greg Tiburzi and to eat cake. “It’s been really…
BARRON, Wis. (AP) – A Wisconsin man will spend the rest of his life in prison for kidnapping 13-year-old Jayme Closs and killing her parents. Twenty-one-year-old Jake Patterson was sentenced Friday in Barron County. He pleaded guilty in March to two counts of intentional homicide and one count of kidnapping. He admitted to abducting Jayme in October and killing her…
DULUTH, Minn.- 9 months of hard work was celebrated Friday night at the Great Lakes Academy of Fine Art. Students put their drawings, paintings and sculptures on display in the academy’s 3rd annual open house. The gallery is also where students created their works of art which reflects one of their main studies- replicating in art what they see with their…
DULUTH, Minn.- Dante S. Tini was 19 when he was killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Thanks to recent DNA testing, the Virginia, Minnesota native’s remains were identified and have now returned home. In 2012, officer Dante S. Tini’s family was asked to give DNA to help locate the missing Navyman’s remains. Nearly 6 years later they got a…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Gnesen Convenience Store on Rice Lake Road is more than just your every day local gas station. There’s also an authentic Filipino food-to-go. The menu includes pork, chicken, egg rolls, stir fried noodles and white rice. You can get all that for ten bucks. “I don’t want to get big to be honest. I don’t want a…
