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Gov.-Elect Tim Walz Names First Five Commissioners

The Announcements Were Made Tuesday

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Gov.-elect Tim Walz has named a former speaker of the Minnesota House as his transportation commissioner and is keeping the budget commissioner of outgoing Gov. Mark Dayton. Walz on Tuesday appointed former House speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher to lead the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The governor-elect also announced that Minnesota Management and Budget Commissioner Myron…

Trump Foundation Reaches Deal to Dissolve Amid Lawsuit

A Judge Must Still Sign off on the Agreement

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK – President Donald Trump’s charitable foundation has reached a deal to dissolve amid a legal battle with New York’s attorney general. Attorney General Barbara Underwood and the foundation filed a joint stipulation with the court Tuesday laying out a process for shutting down the charity and distributing its remaining assets to other nonprofit groups. New York filed a…

UW Hospital now has 14 Cases of Legionnaires’ and 3 Deaths

One Patient Remains Hospitalized

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak linked to UW Hospital’s water system has infected 14 people with the pneumonia-like bacteria, and three have died. Hospital spokeswoman Lisa Brunette tells the Wisconsin State Journal that the patients who died had other serious, life-limiting health conditions. One patient remains hospitalized. A hospital official has said the cases appear to be linked…

Duluth City Council Approves More Funding for Lakewalk Repair

More money will be needed to pay for engineering services related to the damage done to the Lakewalk damage during the October 2017 and April 2018 storms.

December 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-More money will be needed to pay for engineering services related to the damage done to the Lakewalk damage during the October 2017 and April 2018 storms. Last night, the Duluth City Council unanimously approved more funding for the contractor the city is working with in the amount of $225,000, bringing the total cost of engineering services to about…

Midday Update 12-18-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, December 18, 2018

December 18, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local, midday update, News, weather

Minnesota Climber Preps for Solo Mt. Hunter Climb; First Winter Ascent of Mt. Luciana

Dupre Will Make his Second Attempt in January

December 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grand Marais native, Lonnie Dupre, is preparing to tackle a solo ascent of Mount Hunter in January 2019. Mount Hunter is hailed as the steepest and most technical of the three peaks in Denali National Park and this will be Dupre’s second attempt at a solo ascent of the mountain. Dupre will also take on his second…

Coffee Conversation: Staying Heart Healthy this Winter

Dr. Leif Christianson, St. Luke's Cardiologist, Offers Tips to Stay Heart Healthy this Winter Season

December 18, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Midwest Roaster’s Coffee Conversation, St. Luke’s Cardiologist, Dr. Leif Christianson, stopped by FOX 21 Local News to chat about ways to stay heart healthy this winter. The Northland is suffering a lack of snowfall so far this year, but that doesn’t mean we won’t make up for it as the season goes on. Christianson wants to…

Trump Administration Moves to ban Bump Stocks

It Will Take Effect in Late March

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The Trump administration is moving to officially ban bump stocks, which allow semi-automatic weapons to fire rapidly like automatic firearms. A senior Justice Department official says bump stocks will be banned under the federal law that prohibits machine guns. It will take effect in late March. After that, it will be illegal to possess bump stocks. The…

Regents Unanimously Approve Joan Gabel as U of M President

Gabel Will be the First U of M Female President

December 18, 2018

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The University of Minnesota’s Board of Regents announced Tuesday that Joan Gabel will be the next University of Minnesota President. Gabel will be the first female president of the University of Minnesota. “President-Designate Gabel stood out from a highly competitive pool of candidates that advanced through a thorough and thoughtful search process. Her qualifications, combined with her…

Kenwood Rezoning Plan Fails at Council Meeting

The Duluth City Council failed to pass a vote for a proposed rezoning of a portion of the Kenwood neighborhood.

December 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth City Council failed to pass a vote for a proposed commercial rezoning of a portion of the Kenwood neighborhood. Councilors rejected it unanimously. Here’s the map which shows the proposed rezone area. The area is one that councilors tell us, is a full of single family affordable housing. The initial plan could have made room for apartments…

Duluth International Airport to Open Club DLH Business Suite

December 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth International Airport announced on Tuesday the opening of the Club DLH Business Suite on January 7. The Duluth International Airport, along with presenting partner St. Luke’s, says, “The Club DLH Business Suite is an exclusive private area at the west end of the secure terminal, designed with the working traveler in mind.” Annual passes are…

Gov.-Elect Tim Walz Will Name his First Five Commissioners

Walz's Team Received Over 500 Applications

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Gov-elect Tim Walz will announce the first five state agency heads who will serve in his administration. Walz and Lt. Gov.-elect Peggy Flanagan have called a news conference for 1 p.m. Tuesday to name his first five out of what will eventually be 23 commissioners for his new administration. Walz’s transition team received over 500…

Morning Update 12-18-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, December 18, 2018

December 18, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local, morning update, News, weather

Northland Uncovered: Bentleyville Grows Over 15 Years

Take a look at the history of Bentleyville.

December 18, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The story of Bentleyville Tour of Lights started long before it became a holiday attraction. In 2001, Nathan Bentley and his family were inspired to hang lights on their home in Esko after seeing their neighbors do the same. “The next year I thought I should put up a few more lights and then after the front yard…

School Choir Director Admits to Sexually Assaulting Students

Prosecutors Will Dismiss 14 Other Charges

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

LA CROSSE, Wis. – A man who served as a choir director for the La Crosse School District has admitted to sexually assaulting students. Thirty-four-year-old Dustin Bagstad on Monday pleaded guilty to five counts of second-degree sexual assault of a child in a plea deal under which prosecutors will dismiss 14 other charges. The criminal complaint says Bagstad committed sex…

Man With 16 Drunken Driving Convictions Gets Prison Time

His Convictions Date Back to 1989

December 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) – A Wisconsin man with 16 drunken driving convictions in three states is headed to prison. Sixty-three-year-old Bradley Armstrong, of Eau Claire, was sentenced Friday to four years in state prison to be followed by three years of extended supervision. Judge John Manydeeds told Armstrong that he was a dangerous person and that the number of…

Firefighters: Globe Elevator Fire Causes $2.5 Million in Damages

The Historic Structure Continues to Burn Monday Night

December 17, 2018

Nikki Davidson,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Fire crews continue working to put out a massive fire at the site of the former Globe grain elevator in Superior that ignited Monday. The blaze destroyed salvage wood and construction equipment, the damage estimate is currently at $2.5 million. The fire department said no one has been hurt at the site, which is located at North…

Council Passes TIF Agreement for High Rise Apartments in Downtown Duluth

2 Councilors Vote Against, One Absent

December 17, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth City Council passed a TIF increment financing package for developers, who plan to build a luxury apartment complex downtown. $6.2 million of the $70.4 million cost will come through public financing. A packed city hall Monday night illustrates the urgency presented by this issue. The developers for the high rise presented their plans for the construction. The…

Annual Blue Santa Shop With A Cop

The Duluth Police Department partnered with Salvation Army to give back to the community.

December 17, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- The annual Blue Santa Shop with a cop event was held at Target in Duluth. Every year the Duluth police department partners up with the Salvation Army to select children and their families that may be in need this giving season. Each child receives a two hundred and fifty dollar target gift card to buy presents for loved ones…

Knowing Your Neighbors: City Girl Coffee

Alafek Coffee Roasters developed a coffee company with a mission to source exclusively from women owned and managed farms and cooperatives.

December 17, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- Located on Superior Street in Duluth is Alakef Coffee Roasters. “I grew up in this my parents started this in 1990. When I came back and expressed interest in taking over the business I didn’t want to just run their company… I wanted to create something that was representative of me and also that allowed our company to continue…

Korner Store and Adolph Meat Shop Donate to Valley Youth Center

After being robbed, two local businesses decided to put the reward money towards the Valley Youth Center in West Duluth.

December 17, 2018

Mariah Janos,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Two local businesses were recently targets of burglars by the same thieves. Now those same businesses, The Korner Store and Stokke’s Adolph Store have taken their negative situation and turned it into a positive by donating eight thousand dollars to a charity. A five thousand dollar reward was offered by Korner Store owner Derek Medved to whoever caught the…

UPS Stresses Importance of Shipping Safety This Holiday Season

With the holiday quickly approaching UPS is working hard to satisfy all shipping needs.

December 17, 2018

Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UPS store is bustling with customers looking to ship packages to loved ones in time for the holidays. “It’s getting close to the end of the limit for when our ground shipments can get there by Christmas so the first part of this week is going to be a little bit crazy with folks coming in but we…

Children’s Museum Stays Busy During Winter Break

Now through the end of the year, the Duluth Children's Museum is offering special programming for kids on winter break.

December 17, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Now through the end of the year, the Duluth Children’s Museum is offering special programming for kids on winter break. Every Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the museum will have free events dedicated to the importance of the area’s waters. Those organizing the program said it’s a fun way to get kids to learn more about the…

Fire Breaks out at Globe Grain Elevator in Superior

Fire officials say that when a crew was there earlier today reclaiming wood, something sparked at the scene which may have caused the fire.

December 17, 2018

Site Staff,

UPDATE: Superior Fire Department officials say that four people were removed from the scene at the time of the fire. Fire officials say that when a crew was there earlier today reclaiming wood, something sparked at the scene which may have caused the fire. Superior Mayor Jim Paine says there have been no injuries in the fire and “the only…

Gov.-Elect Walz Prepares to Name his First Commissioners

A News Conference Will be Held on Tuesday

December 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone)ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Gov-elect Tim Walz is preparing to announce his first round of state agency heads who will serve in his administration. Walz and Lt. Gov.-elect Peggy Flanagan have called a news conference for Tuesday to announce the first out of 23 new commissioners. Walz’s transition team received over 500 applications for the leadership positions….

Bentleyville Security Cameras Catch Another Group of Vandals Targeting the Tour of Lights

Less Than two Weeks After $2,500 in Damage by Another Pair of Vandals

December 17, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Less than two weeks after a pair of vandals caused $2,500 in damage at Bentleyville, another group of vandals broke into the wishing well at Bentleyville Tour of Lights on Sunday night. Bentleyville officials posted a video Monday afternoon to their official Facebook page showing three people approaching the wishing well and knocking the well over to…

C. G. Bretting Manufacturing Issues Statement Regarding Ongoing Union Strike

Union Members are Striking for Better Wages, Pensions, and Health Benefits

December 17, 2018

Site Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. – On Monday afternoon C. G. Bretting Manufacturing issued a written statement regarding the strike of nearly 200 members of Local 621 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. The statement reads: “We’re disappointed that the union which represents many of our production employees has chosen to begin a strike that will only hurt its members….

Shipping Deadlines for Christmas Delivery Fast Approaching

The Sooner you Mail the Better

December 17, 2018

Site Staff, The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. – National delivery services are gearing up for a busy holiday season handling millions of packages, but they warn to ship them early in order to get to their destinations on time. “The sooner you mail the better,” said Karen Mazurkiewicz, U.S. Postal Service spokeswoman. The U.S. Postal Service expects to deliver 12.5 million packages in the Central…

Midday Update 12-17-18

Your midday update Friday, Dec. 17, 2018

December 17, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

Your midday update Friday, Dec. 17, 2018 Categories: News, News – Latest News

New elk Herd Could be Reintroduced in Northeast Minnesota

Officials say it Could be a Long Process

December 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. – An effort is underway to reintroduce elk to parts of northeast Minnesota, but it could be a long process. Minnesota Public Radio reported that the University of Minnesota has spent three years observing potential habit for elk in three forests in the region. Researchers also say nearly 80 percent of rural landowners and residents in the area…

Chancellor Quits After Husband Banned From Campus

Her Resignation Will be Effectice December 31

December 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Chancellor Beverly Kopper is resigning after her husband was banned from campus amid sexual harassment allegations. Kopper sent out a campus-wide email Monday announcing her resignation effective Dec. 31. UW System President Ray Cross banned Kopper’s husband, Pete Hill, from campus in June in response to allegations that Hill had sexually harassed several women…

Man Convicted of Sexual Assaults at Wife’s Home day Care

The Husband was Found Guilty on Friday

December 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

ROSEVILLE, Minn. – The husband of a Roseville home day care provider has been found guilty of sexually assaulting three girls cared for at the site. The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports that a Ramsey County District Court jury convicted 44-year-old Edgar Lopez-Monter of both first-degree and second-degree criminal sexual conduct after deliberating for about four hours Friday. Minnesota Department…

Morning Update 12-17-18

Your morning update for Monday December 17, 2018.

December 17, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

Your morning update for Monday December 17, 2018. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Brooks, Dayton Making Concert Announcement in Twin Cities

Brooks Will Hold a Second Show in Minneapolis

December 17, 2018

The Associated Press, Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Garth Brooks and Gov. Mark Dayton are making a concert announcement after the governor asked the country superstar to schedule another performance when tickets for his May 4th concert in Minneapolis sold out in less than an hour. The governor’s office says at least 50,000 people were in line, on the phone or online Friday when…

Iron Mug Arranges Gifts for Christmas Giveaway

Mike Letica Hosting Toy Giveaway

December 16, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the holidays fast approach, many families are forced to sit with the realization that they can’t afford to buy Christmas presents. Well, Mike Letica and his team at Iron Mug Coffehouse is trying to change that again this year. They’re currently sorting through $10,000 worth of toys, to hand out to families in need this Christmas. The…

Marcia Hales’ Holiday Lights Up Till 31st

Hales Says, It Must Come to an End

December 16, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn- As you are out enjoying the warm weather, you might consider stopping for some holiday cheer at Park Point. Marcia Hales’s Holiday Spirit in the Lights display opened on the 14th, and runs through the 31st. Families can take a tour of the different lights and head down to the beach, where even the sand is dressed in…

Home Destroyed by Fire in Clinton Township

Six Different Fire Departments Battled the Blaze

December 16, 2018

Nikki Davidson,

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Minn- Firefighters battled a large house fire in Clinton Township on Baker Road Sunday. Crews from six different Iron Range departments responded to the scene just before 5 p.m. The homeowner noticed smoke and flames and called 911. When firefighters arrived on scene they found the homeowners still inside attempting to remove personal belongings. The homeowners were checked…

NAACP Holds Election, First Meeting

Elections Uncontested

December 16, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth branch of the NAACP hosted elections on Sunday. Members voted on a new President, first and second Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and up to 24 executive board members. The elections ran uncontested. But leaders say that is no reason to not get out, and vote. “When it’s uncontested, I think it’s still important that folks engage…

Essentia Donates AED Device to Church

The donation came after a member of the congregation collapsed in 2017.

December 16, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Several members of the Park Point community sang in praise both during and after a church service Sunday thanks to a donation made by Essentia Health. Essentia’s cardiovascular program has donated 5 automated external defibrillators, or AED’s, to locations in the Northland this year including the Saint Andrews by the Lake Episcopal Church. The donation comes after a member…

Superior Experiences Low Gas Prices

For the first time in years, gas in Superior drops below $2.

December 16, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Residents of superior can plan on pocketing a few extra dollars for their Christmas shopping this year with money saved on gas! For the first time in what community members say they have seen in years, gas is below two dollars at some stations, selling for $1.95 at the Holiday station on Tower Avenue. Cars were lined up …

Lester Park Opens for the Ski Season

The Lester-Amity Chalet hosted their second annual social to kick-off the season.

December 16, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Despite the lack of recent snowfall, there was just enough snow left covering the ground to kick off the Winter event season at Lester Park. The chalet hosted their second annual social celebrating the new amenities and programs improving the park. Donations from the cities of Duluth and Superior have provided new solar panels and boot skis for…

Unseasonable Warmth Brings Duluth Outside

High Temps Mean Comfortable Outdoor Fun

December 16, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Despite how the song goes, it’s beginning to look anything but like a White Christmas. Unseasonably warm weather is gripping the Northland, with temperatures reaching nearly 50 degrees today. Quite a few spots around Duluth were bustling with folks living it up in the hot winter sun. If you took a look at the thermometer in your car,…

‘Nearly 200’ Workers Strike At CG Bretting Manufacturing Co. in Ashland

December 16, 2018

Dan Hanger,

ASHLAND, Wis. (Press Release) – Nearly 200 workers at CG Bretting Manufacturing Co. in Ashland, WI are on strike after rejecting the company’s contract offer Thursday, December 13, 2018. The strike took effect just after midnight on Saturday, December 15, 2018, according to Local 621. The members of Local 621 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW)…

Last Saltie of the Season Departs Harbor of Duluth-Superior

Great Lakes shipping season likely to last another several weeks

December 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The last saltie of the season shipped out of the port of Duluth-Superior Saturday. The Federal Rhine departed Saturday afternoon. According to the Duluth Seaway Port Authority, the 2018 shipping season has been a strong one both with shipments of grain and iron ore cargoes. “When we look back about five or six years we average about…

Warm Northland Temperatures a Great Chance to Get Outside

December 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Canal Park was packed full of families enjoying the unseasonably warm conditions. Sunny skies and warm temperatures made for a great December day to be outside, that is, for those who don’t miss the snow too much. Olivia was asked why she misses the snow and responded, “Cause you get to make snowmans and forts in the…

Twas the Night Before Zoomas…

Celebrating the Holidays at the Lake Superior Zoo

December 15, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the zoo, every creature was stirring & excited to meet you at today’s “Zoomas” event at Lake Superior Zoo. The zoo staff says it’s important for them to celebrate the holidays with the community. “Not only are they able to experience the zoo and get that conservation message in there,…

CSS Says Farewell to Fall 2018 Graduates

Fall 2018 Commencement Held in Reif Gymnasium

December 15, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Saturday marked the beginning of a new chapter for many St. Scholastica Saints, as they donned their caps and gowns for the 2018 fall commencement. 664 students walked the stage into their new lives. Officials say the college’s most popular majors among undergrads are nursing, social work and management. For the former students, the day marks a triumphant…

Suns Out, Guns Out at Duluth Gun Show

Original Gun Show Kicks Off at the DECC

December 15, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- You know what they say, suns out, guns out…well in this case, firearms. And the guns were definitely out, as the “Original” Duluth Gun Show took its first shot, running through Sunday. The gleam of freshly polished barrels took over the Edmund Fitzgerald Hall. Rifles, pistols, revolvers, and more as far as the eye could see. But for…

Santa Shows He Can Do More than Just Fly

Santa makes an appearance at the Great Lakes Aquarium.

December 15, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- A surprise guest made a stop at the Great Lakes Aquarium just in time for Christmas! The 26 ft. deep Isle Royale, the aquarium’s largest exhibit holds thousands of tons of water and was the perfect diving spot for scuba Santa to make an appearance. The exhibit usually calls for volunteer divers to drop into the tank and…

Businesses Come Together to Give Back to the Community

The Hermantown Plaza's first ever Christmas Block Party brought in hundreds.

December 15, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown Plaza turned giving back into a full on Christmas celebration at their first ‘Best Christmas Ever’ block party. Yellow Bike Coffee, True North Spinal Care and several other businesses in the plaza decided to team up and throw a Christmas party for the community. Each company hosted a different activity like pictures with Santa, hot chocolate…