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Laser Pointer Forces Cancellation of med Helicopter Flight

The Pilot was Treated for the Injury
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photo: Facebook/UW Med FlightPARDEEVILLE, Wis. – Authorities in southern Wisconsin say a medical helicopter flying in to pick up a UTV crash victim had to cancel its flight when someone shining a laser pointer injured the pilot. Columbia County Sheriff Dennis Richards says the UW Med Flight helicopter was trying to land in Pardeeville on Tuesday evening to pick up…
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Former Smith’s Bait Shop Lost in Fire

No one was Injured in the Fire
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photo: Facebook/Cook County Sheriff’s OfficeCOOK COUNTY, Minn. – The Cook County Sheriff’s Office says the former Smith’s Bait Shop was lost in a fire that broke out on Christmas Eve. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office, Minnesota State Patrol, GMFD, Colvill FD, and Maple Hill FD responded to the structure fire located on East Highway 61 around 7:30 p.m. The property…
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Bentleyville Looking for Volunteers to Help With Teardown

Bentleyville Hopes to get Help Before Forecasted Snowstorm
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DULUTH, Minn. – Bentleyville is looking for volunteers to help with the tear down process after tonight’s grand fireworks show. Bentleyville will be open tonight from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the fireworks show starting at 6:30 p.m. The tear down process will start tonight after the lights shut off at 9:00 p.m. Volunteers are encouraged to lend a…
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Hibbing Police Search for ‘Armed and Dangerous’ Suspect in Fatal Shooting

The is an Active Investigation
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HIBBING, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Public Safety BCA and the Hibbing Police Department are investigating a fatal Christmas day shooting in Hibbing. According to authorities, officers responded to reports of a shooting just before 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. When officers arrived they found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds in the 2400 block of Third Avenue East. A…
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Reflections on 2018, Intentions for 2019 at The Strength Factory

Owners of The Strength Factory and Rooted in Wellness Invite Twin Ports Residents to Reflect on the Past Year Sunday, December 30, 2018
Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – This time of year is a great time to take a look back on the year and reflect of where we’ve come in the last 12 months and also to take some time to look forward to the new year and where we would like to go on the wide open road ahead in 2019. During this…
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One Killed in Pine County Crash

The Crash Happened Early Wednesday Morning
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PINE COUNTY, Minn. – A 32-year-old Oak Grove woman was killed in a crash on Highway 70 and Raspberry Road in Royalton Township in Pine County. The crash happened just before 5:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says the woman was driving a Chevy Impala and traveling Eastbound on Highway 70 when she went straight into a…
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Suspect Arrested Following Stolen Vehicle Pursuit in Hermantown

No one was Injured in the Incident
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HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A 21-year-old female from Duluth was arrested Tuesday night following a stolen vehicle pursuit in Hermantown. According to the Hermantown Police Department an officer noticed a suspicious vehicle at the Hermantown Walmart which was closed for Christmas. After running the cars plates it was discovered the car was previously reported as stolen out of Duluth. When officers…
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Hunters Kill 420 Deer in Chronic Wasting Disease Cull

The Deer That Were Killed Will be Tested
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(DNR) ST. PAUL, Minn. – Hunters shot and killed about 420 deer in southeastern Minnesota in a special late-season hunt as part of the state’s fight against chronic wasting disease. Minnesota Public Radio News reports that the deer hunt last weekend in and around Fillmore County is part of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ plan to slow the spread…
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Significant Snow Accumulations Headed to the Northland

Strong Winds, Ice and Rain Will Accompany the Storm
Anthony Peoples,

DULUTH, Minn. –  A major winter storm is heading toward the Northland just as holiday travelers hit the roads. The much advertised event will bring significant snow accumulations to Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin, along with some freezing rain and rain to parts of Wisconsin, downstate Minnesota and western upper Michigan. Road conditions will deteriorate from the southwest late Wednesday afternoon…
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Great Outdoors: UMD’s Allworth Planetarium

Take Stargazing to a Whole New Level
Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- If you’ve ever wanted to soar through the stars, the rocket ship is closer than you think. UMD’s Alworth Planetarium will boldly go with you, where no one has gone before. The sound of lightsabers clashing echo down the hall. No, this isn’t a Star Wars attraction at Disneyworld. This is the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium’s fan favorite…
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Heavy Snow Heading to the Northland

Bitter Cold Follows
Anthony Peoples,

DULUTH, Minn-   A quiet Christmas Day across the Northland with only a few snow flurries will give way to the first widespread major winter storm of the season. As travelers head out Wednesday, the road conditions will deteriorate later in the day as snow moves in by evening. Moderate to heavy snow and very strong winds are expected Thursday, Thursday…
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Parishioners Celebrate At St. Paul Church On Christmas Day

Celebrating the spirit of Christmas
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- A service was held  at St. Paul Episcopal Church on Superior Street in Duluth to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. St. Paul’s church is a diverse community made up of people of all ages and in different stages of life. One thing in common with all is the chance to celebrate Christmas with one another. Singing fills…
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Wasabi Open to Public On Christmas

Many eat a non-traditional meal for the holiday.
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- While many restaurants across Duluth are closed today for Christmas, Wasabi is open to the public. Patrons can enjoy a variety of soups, appetizers and tasty plates. They can also indulge in all you can eat sushi. Over the years, many families have chosen to eat a non traditional meal on Christmas. One father, who is traveling…
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Duluth Fire Department Spend Christmas Together

Firefighters perpare Christmas feast.
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Fire department is ready to save lives every day of the year. This Christmas is no different. While on duty today, the firefighters are sharing a holiday moment with each other. Today fox 21 stopped by the Duluth fire department’s station one in downtown Duluth. The team of “chefs”who are actually firefighters were in the…
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Officials with the Saints of Mary and Joseph Church Make Final Stretch to Completing Years Long Project

Northland Uncovered: Historic log church in Sawyer is close to being completely renovated.
Viktoria Capek,

SAWYER, Minn.- A historic log church in Sawyer is close to being completely renovated. “Most of the people that use to go to this church love this slamming of the…church door. They love the screen door. That’s what they remembered about this church, the screen door,” said deacon Bryan Bassa. Through that door, 134 years of history- memories from the…
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Winter Storm Heading To The Northland

Heavy Snow & Strong Winds Thursday and Friday
Anthony Peoples,

It’s an official “White Christmas” across the Northland with 3″ of snow on the ground in Duluth, Minnesota, but heavy snow is on the way to the Northland later this week. After a quiet Christmas Day with only a few snow flurries, that much advertised winter storm that I’ve been talking about since last week finally starts bringing snow to the…
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What is Minnesota Nice?

An In-Depth Look into the Concept, Where It Came From, and its Effects
Arman Rahman,

MINNESOTA – At stop signs, in lines, in traffic, everyone is kind. You may think Minnesota Nice is a *nice* quality to have, but could it have unwanted events, if taken to extremes? Moreover, what do non-Minnesota-locals think of our undying need to be friendly? “Somebody from outside of MN would be able to recognize it and be more sensitive…

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Vigil Held At City Hall To Honor Lives Lost Due To Homelessness

Honoring 56 lives lost
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Homelessness is a big issue in the Duluth community. Over the last year about 50 people lost their lives after experiencing homelessness during their lifetime. Today, the CHUM homeless shelter hosted its annual Christmas Eve Vigil, in front of Duluth City hall to honor the individuals lost. The event started with an opening prayer as dozens of…
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VFW Continues Tradition With Annual Christmas Eve Dinner

Duluth community enjoys free, hot meal.
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- A Christmas eve dinner was served at the VFW in Duluth. The free meal was available to those who are less fortunate or just need a place celebrate the holiday. For more than 30 years the VFW organization has served the Duluth community a hot meal with all the fixings, on Christmas eve. Hundreds of men and…
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Watch The Latest Blockbusters On Christmas Day At Marcus Theaters

$5 Movie Tuesday on Christmas Day
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- The holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends and what better way than to spend it at the movies. On Christmas day  patrons can indulge in the latest blockbusters as a fun Christmas activity at Marcus Theaters in Duluth and Hermantown. This year the holiday falls on Movie Tuesday, which means tickets are sold…
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Autonomous Vehicles Made by UMD Students

Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn. – In the future, self driving vehicles could be taking over Northland roads, that’s if some UMD engineering students have their way. Earlier this month, fifteen teams from an introductory engineering course hosted a competition with miniature self driving vehicles which navigated a route without human intervention. Students in the class said this type of learning has taught…
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Preparing for Annual VFW Christmas Eve Dinner

44 turkeys were prepared for this year's event
Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Christmas Eve dinner is being served Monday at the VFW hall in Duluth. To make the annual event happen, volunteers are busy preparing forty-four turkeys, two hundred pounds of potatoes, and two hundred pounds of sweet potatoes. Organizers say they’ve served as many as five-hundred-seventy visitors in past years. “It helps people that don’t have anywhere to…
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Legacy Toys Breaks Sale Records this Christmas

The Duluth branch store doubled Black Friday sales.
Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Miller Hill Mall is busy with last minute shoppers. Legacy Toys has seen record breaking numbers in sales the two weekends leading up to Christmas, doubling what they saw on Black Friday. Employees say that a lot of their business is thanks to the new north woods themed play area that opened right in front of their store….
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Northland Markets Round Off Their Busy Holiday Shopping Days

Mount Royal Market has all working hands on deck to help patrons prepare for Christmas.
Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- December 23 is the busiest shopping day of the Christmas season and all hands are on deck at many of the Northland’s grocery stores. Mount Royal Market is wrapping up their final hours helping shoppers prepare for Christmas meals. Employees are worried about last minute customers before closing early on Christmas Eve but say it’s nothing they can’t…
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Owners of the Globe Grain Elevator Speak Out After Fire

Current and former owners of the historic Globe Elevator site share their thoughts on the future of the structure.
Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Since the 1980’s the Glove Grain Elevator had been out of use, but in 1992, it was purchased by its current owner who is devistated after hearing of his building up in flames. “I never thought it’d affect me that much, but this is really been a large part of my life for the last 30 years. I’m really…
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Winter Solstice Celebration at Ursa Minor Brewing In Duluth

Celebration for a good cause
Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn.- The winter solstice was Friday and today Ursa Minor Brewing hosted a celebration to welcome the winter season and to give back to the community. The Winter Solstice Celebration is the first community event for Ursa Minor Brewing, all with the hopes of raising money for two local non–profits. All day long patrons can enjoyed food, live music,…
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Skaters Out On the Ice For Skate The Bay

Bay is frozen enough for ice skating
Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn.- Skaters hit the ice today for Skate the Bay at Park Point in Duluth. The skaters quickly tied up their skates and headed out on the ice to enjoy the fun. For years, the bay has not been in good condition for ice skating. According to the organizer of the event it may be the one chance many…
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Ruby’s Pantry Fills Hearts and Stomachs

Mission Creek Church is one of four Ruby's Pop-Up Pantries in the Twin Ports.
Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Volunteers from the Mission Creek Church were busy filling the hearts and stomachs of many Saturday morning hosting their monthly food pantry for the Fond–du–Lac neighborhood. The church is one of four Ruby’s Pantry pop–up locations in the Twin Ports. For $20, those in need can come by and fill carts with everything from food to paper towels….
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Miracle 11 Non-Profit Donates to New Accessible Park

The Miracle 11 Non-Profit group donated $5200 to charities in the Twin Ports.
Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-Turning lemons into lemonade, that’s what members of the Miracle 11 non–profit did Saturday by giving back to four Twin Ports charities. Miracle 11, named after the 11 survivors from a 2–plane collision during a skydiving accident in 2013, spent the past five years raising and donating over $35 thousand to local organizations. The organization picked four charities, Second…
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Duluth Affinity Plus Credit Union Robbed

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A robbery was reported Friday afternoon at the Affinity Plus Credit Union on Miller Trunk Highway in Duluth. According to the Duluth Police Department, just after 4 p.m., a person presented a note to the bank teller claiming to have a gun. No gun was seen and the person left with an undisclosed amount of money. A…
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Twin Ports Christmas Lighting Challenge Winners Announced in Duluth

Award ceremony at Bentleyville
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- More than 1,200 votes were cast in the 4th annual Christmas Lighting Challenge. Today in duluth eight winners were awarded for their best light display. A special ceremony was held at Bentleyville in front of the giant christmas tree. All the winners were chosen by the community and each received a gift basket filled with goodies. The…
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Trees Donated To Those In Need in Superior

Duluth's Flower Farm Christmas Tree Pop-Up Shop
Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wisc- In the spirit of giving, Duluth’s Flower Farm is donating Christmas trees to families who may need one, at their pop-up shop in Superior. All are welcome to stop by and pick a tree free of charge or even have it delivered to their home. As a gesture the company is giving back by helping families who may…
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Busy Travel Weekend Before Christmas

Minnesotans gearing up for travel plans
Nachai Taylor,

  DULUTH, Minn.- Record breaking travel is expected for Minnesota according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Now Northland travelers are preparing for a busy travel weekend. Thousands of  travelers are getting ready to hit the roads  as Christmas will be approaching very soon. MNDOT says more people are choosing to drive to get to their holiday destinations, this year,…
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Gifts for Teens Toy Drive Making a Difference in the Northland

FOX 21 Local News Took Part in the Annual Gifts for Teens Toy Drive, Supporting the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland
Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – More than 500 boys and girls in the Northland were receiving a little holiday cheer Friday evening in Duluth as the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland hosted holiday parties at multiple branches in the area. FOX 21 Local News taking part in the annual Gifts for Teens Toy Drive once again. Officials at the Boys…
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Comcast Says Facts Don’t Support Minnesota Suit

Minnesota's Attorney General is Suing Comcast/Xfinity
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Cable and internet provider Comcast is defending itself against a consumer fraud lawsuit filed by Minnesota’s attorney general. The lawsuit filed Friday alleges that the company has overcharged thousands of consumers for cable TV packages, charged them for unordered equipment and services, and failed to deliver on promised Visa gift cards. Comcast spokeswoman Jill Hornbacher says…
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Balsam Bough Harvesting: Make Your Own Wreath!

Active Adventures: Harvesting Boughs And Assembling A Holiday Wreath
Brittney Merlot,

SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST, Minn. — In this week’s Active Adventures, Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot takes us deep into the woods to collect balsam boughs! Then we head inside to learn how to assemble your own wreath! A permit is required for collecting balsam boughs and can picked up at the district DNR offices for $25. Minnesota is a leader in…
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Minnesota Governor’s Administration Files Line 3 Appeal

Other Opponents Appealed Earlier This Week
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton’s administration has appealed a state regulatory panel’s approval of Enbridge Energy’s plan to replace its aging Line 3 oil pipeline across northern Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Commerce said Friday that the Public Utilities Commission ignored experts who said the project isn’t needed. Dayton says in a statement that Enbridge failed to…
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Ursa Minor Brewing to Host Winter Solstice Event Saturday

The Event Sponsored by Ursa Minor Brewing will be Family Friendly and Feature a Wide Variety of Events, Live Music and Brews
Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Staff at Ursa Minor Brewing is excited to announce they’ll be hosting their first community event on Saturday, December 22. The event is known as the Winter Solstice Celebration and Inaugural DiffeRUNce. The Winter Solstice Celebration is an all-day celebration of winter in Duluth and all the people that make the community such a great place to live,…
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Bretting Manufacturing and Local 621 Reach Three Year Agreement

The Announcement was Made Friday Morning
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ASHLAND, Wis. – According to a recent news release, C. G. Bretting Manufacturing and IAMAW Local 621 have reached a three-year agreement. The announcement was made Friday morning in a joint press release signed by Bretting Manufacturing CEO, David Bretting and IAM District 10 Assistant Directing Business Rep, Scott Parr. Nearly 200 workers were on strike after rejecting the company’s…