ASHWAUBENON, Wis. – Wisconsin retailer Shopko is closing 39 stores in 19 states. Shopko spokeswoman Michelle Hansen says each store employs 10 to 25 employees, putting the scope of job cuts at about 400 to nearly 1,000 positions. Liquidation sales begin Friday with the stores closing by the end of February. The Green Bay area department store chain operates about…
DULUTH, Minn.- Several health professionals gathered Wednesday in Duluth, as St. Luke’s Hospital hosted its Annual Biomedical Ethics Conference. Experts presented the latest educational information on the ethics of genetic testing. This discussion was meant to help the medical community to understand the best way to apply their knowledge of genetic testing. Following the conference, attendees had the chance to…
DULUTH, Minn.-The machines took over Lake Superior College’s Downtown Center, as they put some of their student–made robots to the test for “Robot Wars.” Seven integrated manufacturing student teams designed and built robots, who were tested with their ability to take water from one bucket, across the obstacle course, and to the other bucket. Students say it’s great to see…
DULUTH, Minn.- Who needs to buy holiday decorations, when you can make them? Wednesday night at Glensheen, people learned how to make wreaths. Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center brought all the fresh materials, like balsam branches, cedar and pine cones from its 18,000 acres of land. The aroma of fresh pine and balsam branches relaxed the room. For $20, participants…
DULUTH, Minn.- Many different businesses and nonprofits in the Northland spent the annual Day of Caring doing various projects to make a difference in their community. Day of Caring was organized by Head of the Lakes United Way, who matched teams of volunteers with local non–profit agencies in need of extra hands. According those involved, it’s a time when non–profits…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department has released body cam video from an October officer-involved shooting that injured Joshua M. Farmer, 19, of South Range, who was a suspect at the time involving a theft. The three videos released by the police department Wednesday are portions of the full videos before shots were fired. “The videos have been clipped…
DULUTH, Minn.- The First Lutheran Church hosted its annual Lutefisk, Salmon and Meatball dinner on Wednesday. The event is a way to carry on the Nordic Holiday tradition. “Immigrants brought it over. They came with their lutefisk. They don’t eat it in Norway anymore. But if you’re lonely on Christmas and want something that tastes like home then they would…
DULUTH, Minn.- A 20-year tradition on Park Point is coming to a close after this Christmas holiday. Marcia Hales, 73, says all the work behind the decorations is simply too much for a person her age, and she says it can be hard to rally up volunteers to make it happen every year. Hales’ decorated home has brought in thousands…
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Democratic Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar spoke to Fox 21 today after attending the services for President Bush in Washington D.C. She said moments like this can bring the country together as nation looks back on the legacy Bush left behind. “We must pass on George H.W. Bush’s torch of good will, his torch of dignity…and how he dealt with…
(Jean Pieri/Pioneer Press via AP)ST. PAUL, Minn. – Cities across Minnesota are turning to spraying brine on roads to help keep them ice-free, with some saying it’s better than salt. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has added brine sprayers to its fleet of 840 snowplows. The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports Ramsey County almost tripled its salt-spraying capacity last winter….
DULUTH, Minn. –  Duluth police are investigating after a man was punched and kicked in the head at the Duluth Transportation Center at 228 W. Michigan Street. The call was reported to police at 8:24 p.m. Monday. When police arrived, they found the man unresponsive before he was taken by ambulance to the hospital for treatment, according police. The victim…
(AP) – USA Gymnastics is turning to bankruptcy in an effort to ensure its survival. The embattled organization filed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition on Wednesday as it attempts to reach settlements in the dozens of sex-abuse lawsuits it faces and to forestall its potential demise at the hands of the U.S. Olympic Committee. USA Gymnastics filed the petition in…
NEW YORK – Elm Pet Foods is the latest maker of dog food to issue a recall over elevated levels of vitamin D, which can cause kidney failure at high enough levels. Similar recalls have been issued by ANF Inc., Sunshine Mills Inc., Natural Life Pet Products, and Nutrisca over the last month. Elm and others urge consumers to either…
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DULUTH, Minn. – Joy Herbert, owner of Little Neetchers in West Duluth, has recognized that over the past few years, West Duluth has lacked a connected feeling among it’s businesses. Herbert now hopes the inaugural Winter West Market will help connect businesses in the Duluth neighborhood. Winter West Market will bring together 12 businesses that are all within walking distance of each…
DULUTH, Minn. – Can you believe it? Tugboat or “Tug” the Pier B Ambassador is already seven months old! Tug’s owner, Nikki Anderson, works as Director of Operations at Pier B Resort in Duluth. Anderson was asked by the folks at Pier B a few months ago if she would be interested in getting another puppy, having him trained and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Crews are busy fixing a burst steam line under Superior Street that sent a cloud of steam and debris into the air near Fond Du Luth Wednesday morning. The steam line burst around 7:00 a.m. at 100 East Superior Street according to officials. There were no reported injuries. Terry Nanti with Duluth Energy Systems says crews are…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Underground, located in the lower level of the Depot across from the train museum, is proud to present The Santaland Diaries this Thursday through Saturday. The regularly scheduled performances have already sold out, prompting officials with The Duluth Playhouse to add another night of holiday comedy to the stage. Tickets for a 10:30 performance of The Santaland…
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MADISON, Wis. – The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature has approved a sweeping package of bills weakening the incoming Democratic governor and attorney general. The state Assembly approved the lame-duck legislation Wednesday morning. The Wisconsin Senate did the same less than three hours earlier after lawmakers worked through most of the night. The bills now go to outgoing Republican Gov. Scott Walker,…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A major explosion back in April at the Husky Energy Refinery in Superior resulted in about $25 million in damage. It also caused hundreds of residents to evacuate the city. Superior Water Light and Power has been approved to raise utility costs. One of the reasons for the rate hike is to make up for the cost of…
DULUTH, Minn.- Weeks away from the turn of the new year and the passing of the baton from congress 115 to 116, Pete Stauber is getting ready to represent Minnesota’s 8th district, which means the end of an era for Democratic Congressman Rick Nolan, who did not seek re–election. A more than three decade hiatus between starting his first congressional…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The new ATV trail through the city of Superior does not actually connect to Barker’s Island, and the other hotels in the area. The staff at Barker’s Island Inn says the lack of ATV trail connection hurts their business. But City Councilor Brent Fennessey, while still working on reconnecting the hotel, doesn’t see that as the case. Here’s…
MOOSE LAKE, Minn- Some big changes are planned for Moose Lake. A $600,000 grant has been awarded to the city by the Minnesota Department of Transportation to build a new pedestrian and bike path along Highway 73. The grant money would cover about half of the cost of building the two lane trail from Highway 73 to County Road…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – After a thorough review, Barron County District Attorney Brian Wright concluded there will be no criminal charges against the officers involved in the shooting of Joshua M. Farmer in October. Farmer was shot six times by three officers after claiming to have a firearm and threatening to shoot the officers, according to court documents. The report states…
DULUTH, Minn.- A tradition that has carried on for about 15 years yet again brings the community around the College of St. Scholastica together for the holidays. “Round yon virgin, mother and child.” Students, faculty, alumni, and members of the community sing Silent Night, as the College of St. Scholastica Tree is lit, ringing in the holiday season. Organizers said…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – First anglers got stuck on shifting ice over the weekend, and now a lone deer in the Allouez Bay of Superior. But the end result was a happy one with the help of Superior firefighters. Some BNSF Allouez Taconite workers spotted the deer on a chunk of ice overnight Monday between docks four and five. Duluth firefighters…
DULUTH, Minn.- There are only few weeks left until Christmas for the Salvation Army to reach this year’s goal of about $300,000 but a shortage of volunteers could keep them from hitting the target. The Salvation Army is searching for bell ringers to cover more than one thousand remaining shifts at their outdoor locations. The organization believes it’s important…
DULUTH, Minn.- Preparations started early Tuesday morning for the annual lutefisk, salmon and meatball dinner happening Wednesday at First Lutheran Church in Duluth. A crew of over a hundred volunteers were hard at work preparing dishes for the traditional Nordic meal, an event taking place for the last 31 years. Potato peelers started the day of preps. Following them were…
DULUTH, Minn.-The Salvation Army gift wrapping booth has opened at the Miller Hill Mall. The annual event is happening by Barnes and Noble this year where they expect to be busier than usual. They said they even had people requesting them to wrap their gifts before they even opened. “I set up on Friday the 30th – we weren’t even…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Department of Natural Resources plans two special deer hunts this month aimed at limiting the spread of chronic wasting disease in wild deer in southeastern Minnesota. The DNR on Tuesday announced the hunts in specific deer permit areas south of Interstate 90. Residents and nonresidents can take part in the hunts from Dec. 21 to…
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump has proclaimed Wednesday as a National Day of Mourning in remembrance of former President George H.W. Bush. Out of respect for the 41st president, the federal government will be closed, and the United States Postal Service will suspend regular mail deliveries, retail services and administrative office activity. Additionally, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq…
NEW YORK – More U.S. beef is being recalled because it may be contaminated with salmonella. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Tuesday a unit of Brazil’s JBS is now recalling a total of more than 12 million pounds of raw beef that was shipped around the U.S. JBS Tolleson in Arizona already recalled about 7 million pounds of beef…
DULUTH, Minn. — Looking for ways to get those extra steps in during the holiday season? Take a walk through Bentleyville! In this weeks Active Adventures, Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot takes us through the tour of lights – joined by Mayor Bentleyville’s daughter, underneath the 128-foot tree! We chat about what it takes to put on the big light show,…
MCGREGOR, Minn. – The Ramsey County Medical Examiner has identified the two individuals discovered deceased at a residence in Spalding Township last week as 62-year-old Laura Shingobe-Garbowand and 40-year-old Matthew Garbow. The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Department says the bodies were discovered after deputies were called to do a welfare check at that residence on Tuesday. The home was locked when…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In this weeks Cooking Connection, we are spicing up your home cooked shrimp with this simple glaze recipe from Barkers Island Waterfront Grille. All it takes is 2 part jalapeno brine and 1 part honey, whahlah! Enjoy! Categories: Community, Cooking Connection, Entertainment, Features, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin Tags: Barker’s Island, Barkers Island Food
DULUTH, Minn. – Jury trial proceedings are expected to begin in Brainerd today for a 23-year-old suspect charged with first degree murder in the death of a UMD student last year. Deandre Davenport is accused of shooting and killing 22-year-old William Grahek in February 2017. Davenport is charged with two counts of first-degree murder, one count of intentional second-degree murder…
DULUTH, Minn. – Now through December 31, the staff at St. Luke’s Plastic Surgery Associates invite you to stop by their location in St. Luke’s Building A. The team is hosting their annual Holiday Sale. On Wednesday, December 12 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., folks will have the chance to gain educational tips and meet with makeup and skincare representative…
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Lake County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension are investigating the death of a Cloquet man after his body was discovered in an Isabella residence last week. Authorities say they responded to a call of an unresponsive person shortly after 5:30 a.m on November 28 at a home located at 9419 Holden Court…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Ballet invites the community to experience The Nutcracker LIVE on stage at the DECC Symphony Hall. The performances will run Friday, December 7 through Sunday, December 9. This magical family favorite by Allen Fields is a holiday treat the whole family will enjoy. Organizers say The Nutcracker lights up the season in many ways. Synopsis:…
MADISON, Wis. – Sweeping proposals to weaken the incoming governor and attorney general in Wisconsin have been advanced to the full Legislature for approval. But the Republican-controlled committee around midnight Monday night did not advance a bill to change the date of the 2020 presidential primary, a move that would cost millions and drew widespread opposition from election officials. That…
MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Scott Walker has appointed a high-powered attorney to serve on the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. Walker has selected Scott Beightol to serve until May 2023. He replaces Republican Bryan Steil, who resigned last week to focus on his first term in Congress. Beightol is a partner in the Michael Best and Friedrich law…
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DULUTH, Minn.- It was the perfect time to launch The Duluth Experience’s newest tour after all the curling hype from the Winter Olympics. “People really want to get out and curl…there’s a lot of interest,” Duluth Experience co-founder and CEO Dave Grandmaison said. At one point, Duluth had the largest indoor curling facility, known as the Duluth Curling Club… Located…
DULUTH, Minn.- Hot off his election victory against Republican Jeff Johnson, DFL Governor Elect Tim Walz and his running mate Peggy Flanagan made a stop in Duluth for a listening session. And Duluth surprised the event organizers, who had to switch locations from City Hall to the DECC to accommodate the numbers. After visiting the Silver Bay Veterans Home and…
DULUTH, Minn.- Snowmobiling season is now in full effect. More than 20,000 miles of trails across Minnesota opened this Saturday for riders, but experts want to remind the public to be safe out there. One of the top tips they offer is to have a dependable sled. One way is to do a visual check of the machine to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Officials are urging safety first after this weekend’s massive rescue effort of 35 anglers, trapped on shifting ice in the superior bay. Strong winds caused the ice floe to break away leaving that group of anglers stranded by a 50 foot crack in the ice. The Duluth Fire Department, Coast Guard, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Saint…
DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD chemical engineering department is a chocolate sensation, using science make chocolate this holiday season. The idea started five years ago when the lab’s coordinator Lyndon Ramrattan brought back cocoa beans from Trinidad and suggested students learn the chemical processes it takes to get from bean to bar. The lab makes everything from cocoa teas to flavored…
