DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth Middle School teacher, Karla Winterfeld, appeared back in court Friday morning to enter her plea to charges of first degree criminal sexual conduct. Winterfeld, 33, pleaded guilty to the charges and is facing up to 30 years in jail and/or a fine of $40,000. Winterfeld admitted to having sex with her 15-year-old foster son and…
(AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)WASHINGTON (AP) — A deeply divided Senate pushed Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination past a key procedural hurdle Friday, setting up a likely final showdown this weekend in a battle that’s seen claims of long-ago sexual assault by the nominee threaten President Donald Trump’s effort to tip the court rightward for decades. The Senate voted 51-49 to…
BAYFIELD, Wis. – Shops in Bayfield have been spending the week preparing for the Apple Festival crowds. Booths, tents, and stands are going up all around town. The Fat Radish will be serving shrimp tempura, fish tacos, hot drinks, and plenty of pie for all the tourist passing by their restaurant. “The last week or two we’re just prep, prep,…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra has ten extraordinary adventures up their sleeve this season, and they’re more than thrilled to share the sights and sounds with the public. On Friday morning, DSSO Music Director Dirk Meyer spoke with FOX 21’s Brett Scott about the upcoming list of performances. The first production of the season will be on…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – During Homecoming Week at Two Harbors High School students and staff go all out. Thursday is Agate Day and people are decked out in their maroon. The homecoming dance and big game are still on for Friday night and the cheers and the beat of the drums could be heard from students at the Pep Fest. But,…
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BAYFIELD, Wis. – The Apple Festival is October 5-7th in Bayfield. More than 50,000 people are expected to attend the 55th annual event. October is here. That means it’s apple season in Bayfield. “We have Courtland, McIntosh, the Honeycrisp and the Paula Reds are the main ones,” said Jim Hauser, owner and operator of Hauser’s Superior View Farms in Bayfield….
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Loon’s Foot Landing just got a lot safer, as a “Kids Don’t Float” Life Jacket Loaner Station was unveiled there Thursday. The Loon’s Foot station is one of the two new ones in Superior. The long-term goal is to have one of these loaner stations at every water access point in the city. Developers say, this community service,…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Glensheen Mansion got its evening dress on as the building and the grounds were opened up for Night at the Museum. Glensheen staff said this free event was to give back to the community, who they say has done so much for the mansion. The grounds, trails and buildings were lit up for the public to enjoy…
SUPERIOR,Wis.- Christmas came early for the Superior Police Department, as they just received a new utility task vehicle, or UTV. This is the same UTV used by the Duluth Police Department for President Trump’s visit, and now it has been passed on over the bridge. The UTV is more versatile, more compact, and more agile than a squad car. It…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Many tourists are making their way to the North Shore in search of views of the fall colors. It also means phones are ringing off the hook and local hot spots like Betty’s Pies are seeing a constant flow of customers. Workers tell us once the Fall Colors are in the 50 percent range business starts…
SUPERIOR Wis.- Northlander’s relished in the fun of seeing the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile travel through the Twin Ports! The famous weenie on wheels is one of only six driving all across the country. The dog made two stops in Superior Thursday sporting its Oscar Mayer jingle and certified drivers, known as Hotdoggers, Ann Ma-Weenie and Ketch-Up Kyle. “You have to…
DULUTH, Minn.- University of Minnesota Duluth students and faculty are rallying together in honor of “Consent Week.” The week is filled with events including speakers and informational sessions from organizations like the Women’s Resource and Action Center, a group of college students supporting those who have experienced sexual harassment. Consent week was organized to let students with allies know they…
DULUTH, Minn.-Parents and their talented tots kicked off a Fall class at the Duluth Art Institute in Lincoln Park called ‘Big Art for Littles” Children under the age of five had the opportunity to sign up for the five week class teaching them how to do different art projects. The program has been going on for about four years at…
WAUSAU, Wis. (AP) – Authorities have released the name of a woman who died at the Marathon County Jail. The sheriff’s office identifies the inmate as 56-year-old Melissa Graebner-Young. She was booked into the jail Tuesday after being arrested for fifth offense operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Authorities say Graebner-Young suffered a medical emergency after arriving at the jail….
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Superior Water, Light & power has notified the Superior Police Department of a possible break-in and theft of their Hill Avenue payment drop box. According to a recent post made on the Superior Water, Light & Power Facebook page they are notifying customers that any payments dropped in the box located at 2915 Hill Avenue after 3:00…
DULUTH, Min. – In this week’s Cooking Connection we are bringing you to Cast Iron Grill in Pike Lake where the chef is cooking up Honey Garlic Salmon! As the weather turns chilly, meals become slightly heavier thus this week’s delicious recipe features salmon and potatoes with some of the best flavors of the season! RECIPE: Drizzle butter on salmon…
TOLLESON, Ariz. (AP) – An Arizona company has recalled more than 6.5 million pounds of beef that could be contaminated with salmonella. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall Thursday. An investigation traced products including ground beef and beef patties to JBS Tolleson, Inc. Federal officials say the raw beef was packaged between July…
(Photo: Courtesy of Hi-Crush Partners)MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A frack sand mine won’t be cited for releasing an estimated 10 million gallons of wastewater in order to rescue a worker trapped in a holding pond in western Wisconsin. State Department of Natural Resources spokesman Jim Dick says the agency is not pursuing enforcement against the Hi-Crush industrial sand mine in…
BAYFIELD, Wis. – The famed Bayfield Apple Festival has already won the rank of “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation” in past years, and they’re looking to secure that position once again this year. The festival is set to kick off Friday, October 5 and run through Sunday, October 7. The event serves as a celebration of the autumn…
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(Davis County Sheriff’s Office via AP) SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah Navy veteran confessed to sending four envelopes containing the substance from which ricin is derived to President Donald Trump and members of his administration, authorities said in court documents. William Clyde Allen III, 39, made the confession while speaking with investigators after his arrest at his house…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police responded to a report of a stabbing Wednesday night in the 2300 Block of West 6th Street. Upon arrival at the residence, officers identified two male stabbing victims — who are brothers — who reported being stabbed by an unknown assailant and were uncooperative when asked for more information. Both victims were transported to a…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating an injury crash that took place on northbound I-35 near Boundary Avenue. The extent of injuries has not yet been determined. More information will be released upon further investigation. We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available. Categories: News, News – Latest News
(AP Photo/Sean Rayford)FLORENCE, S.C. – Authorities have named the suspect they believe shot seven police officers in South Carolina as they tried to serve a search warrant. WIS-TV reports that Florence County Chief Deputy Glenn Kirby identified the suspect Thursday as 74-year-old Fred Hopkins, a military veteran and a disbarred lawyer who has been charged several times in recent years,…
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DULUTH, Minn.- The DECC got the lay of the land Wednesday, as it hosted the Minnesota Geographic Information System/Land Information System, or GIS/LIS, Consortium. Land surveying can be helpful to people who own property. At the conference GIS professionals from around the state gathered to share methods and ideas. They also got their hands dirty, finding a “street corner” (a buried…
DULUTH, Min.- Some Duluthians can now eat off something ghostly, as the Pottery Burn hosted a “Boo–tastic Platter” workshop today. Anyone could stop by and start crafting some creepy clay plates. People could choose from a sushi platter or standard flat platter, trace a design, and begin painting. “This is kind of seeing the step 1 through the finished project,”…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is investing millions of dollars to make schools safer. Ninety Minnesota public and charter school districts were awarded safety grants to help improve campus security. The funds will make safety improvements available at 123 building sites across the state, including 14 schools within the Duluth School District. The MDE awarded schools in…
DULUTH, Minn.- For the past 10 years, Lake Superior College has found a way to benefit students in ways greater than just learning in a classroom. Every semester the school hosts a student success day dedicated to showcasing college and community resources. The day’s event gathered several school organizations, community action groups and key note speakers for students to interact…
DULUTH, Minn.- Students at the College of St. Scholastica are getting their volunteer hours in, as the student body was released from class to get out and help in the community. For Community Day, independent students and several organizations from the school dedicated their day to Twin Ports area non-profits, doing things like moving equipment, cleaning beaches and writing Christmas…
DULUTH, Minn. – The industrial sector of the Northland continues to have a big impact on the area economy and a recent survey shows just how important that impact is. The Duluth Seaway Port Authority initiated the survey along with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City.” The survey is called “Foundations For Growth Shaping Duluth’s Industrial Economy.” One key finding…
DULUTH, Minn. – Tim Walz, the Democratic Gubernatorial candidate for Minnesota Governor made a stop in Duluth on Wednesday. He was at Beaner’s Central Coffeehouse to have a discussion on the future of healthcare in Minnesota. Walz sat with a registered nurse, a first medical student and Rep. Jennifer Schultz (MN-7A). He says Minnesota is better positioned than any other…
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) – Authorities say five South Carolina law enforcement officers have been shot in Florence County and the suspect is in custody. News outlets report sheriff’s Deputy Chief Glenn Kirby confirmed the incident Wednesday. Kirby says three Florence County sheriff’s deputies and two city officers were shot. Information on their conditions was not immediately available. The Florence County…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minneapolis Police Department says it won’t investigate allegations of domestic abuse against Rep. Keith Ellison due to a conflict of interest. State Democratic officials asked law enforcement to investigate after an attorney with links to the party found the allegations were unsubstantiated. Ellison’s ex-girlfriend, Karen Monahan, alleged in August that the Democratic congressman dragged her off…
MILWAUKEE (AP) – About 100 demonstrators pushing for a $15 an hour minimum wage prompted a McDonald’s restaurant in Milwaukee to close as they congregated outside the fast food restaurant. Police made about 15 arrests as the protest moved onto a busy street and blocked traffic on the city’s north side. The demonstration is part of the “Fight for $15,”…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Citizen’s Review Board has announced they will be hosting three open houses next week to gather public input that will be used to create a draft policy surrounding the city’s purchase of personal protective equipment. Last week the City Council voted to table a purchase of the gear after members of the public expressed concerns…
DULUTH, Minn. – A suspect being charged with first degree murder in connection with the death of a UMD student will have his trial moved to a courtroom in Brainerd rather than in Duluth. The trial for 23-year-old Deandre Davenport who is accused of shooting and killing William Grahek will begin December 4th. Two suspects in the case have already…
(Dawn Manteufel via AP)MILWAUKEE (AP) _ A Wisconsin man who lost part of his forearms and legs after contracting a rare blood infection from dog saliva is being praised by his doctor for his determination to walk again with prosthetics. Doctors discharged Greg Manteufel two weeks ago after at least 10 surgeries since late June. Surgeons amputated parts of his…
WASHINGTON (AP) – The impassioned fight over Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court has led to heightened security at the Capitol, with some senators using police escorts to shield them from protesters. Capitol police have arrested dozens of protesters in recent days and stepped up their presence in Capitol hallways. Some Republican senators have expressed unease over protesters who…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Democratic party is asking Minneapolis police to investigate allegations of domestic abuse against U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison. The move comes after an attorney with links to the Democratic Party found that allegations by Ellison’s ex-girlfriend, Karen Monahan, were unsubstantiated . Monahan alleged in August that the Democratic congressman dragged her off a bed by her…
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DULUTH, Minn. – Starting Wednesday, October 3, you, your family and friends are invited to take part in a new month-long series at Jay Cooke State Park near Carlton. Wednesday Wellness Wanderings will include a guided tour with Park Naturalist Kristine Hiller. The event is a three-part weekly series. Folks are invited to arrive and take part in the series from…
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) – Court documents say a St. Cloud man accused of killing a woman he met at a wedding told investigators God told him he needed to kill someone and that he would be able to resurrect that person. Thirty-eight-year-old Daniel Kenning is charged with second-degree intentional murder in the death of 45-year-old Jennifer Lee Moy of…
DULUTH, Minn. – When it comes to hunting, every hunter hopes to achieve the best retriever in man’s best friend. However, it’s not always easy to teach the fundamentals of retrieving. “They don’t come out of the box ready to go,” said Mark Helmer, President of the Duluth Retriever Club. Practice and patience are just two of the skills trainers…
DULUTH, Minn. – With the month of October in full swing, it’s only fitting we celebrate National Pumpkin Seed Day on Wednesday, October 3. Roasted Pumpkin Seed Recipe: Remove pulp from seeds, rinse and pat dry Preheat oven to 300 degrees Melt three tbsp. butter, mix with salt and two tbsp. Worcestershire sauce (add any spices of choice) Line baking…
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TWO HARBORS, Minn.-With local art comes local artists, and one Minnesota native is owning his craft with great pride! “I’ve always loved art and art in general, and I’ve always wanted to work for myself. So when this opportunity arose, it was really great,” said 39 year-old Pete Barnett, who has been enveloped with the arts for as long as…
DULUTH, Minn. — Students at the College of St. Scholastica are on alert after reports of a “Peeping Tom” on campus. A spokesperson for the college told FOX 21 Tuesday that there were two recent incidents where a man was seen peeking into first-floor windows of dorm rooms in the student residence hall. One student reported she was sleeping when…
CARLTON, Minn. – Fall colors are near their peak in many places across the Northland. In this week’s Great Outdoors, we take you to the colorful landscape at Jay Cooke State Park. “You’ve got to love the crisp fall air, the beautiful variety of the colors, the bright reds, the greens, the yellows, it’s just a great time of year,”…
