Morning Update 7-11-18
Local News and Weather Headlines Wednesday, July 11, 2018
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Explosion Rocks Wisconsin Town After Natural gas Main Struck, one Dead
Some Civilians Suffered Minor Injuries
UPDATE on the status of those injured in the explosion: 1 police officer was released from the hospital 7 civilians, minor injuries, all released from the hospital 6 firefighters: 3 with minor injuries and released, 1 with minor injury and admitted, 1 in very critical condition, 1 succumbed to his injuries at the hospital SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. (AP) – A…
Red Flag Warnings in Effect at Park Point Beaches
The Warning is in Effect until Thursday Morning
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department has issued a warning for dangerous swimming conditions for Park Point beaches effective immediately. The red flag warnings will continue until 10:00 a.m. Thursday. The warning is due to wind and wave conditions that can support rip currents which can be life-threatening. Authorities say to stay out of the water regardless of your…
Searchers Find Body of St. Paul man in Crow Wing County Lake
The Victim was Found in Nine Feet of Water
BRAINED, Minn. (AP) – Authorities have recovered the body of a 60-year-old St. Paul man from a lake in north-central Minnesota. Crow Wing County Sheriff Todd Dahl says the man was swimming near a pontoon with others on Adney Lake when he went under the water Sunday afternoon. Searchers were forced off the water that day because of an approaching…
Ashland Flooding Damage Update
What is the City Doing to Prevent Floods?
ASHLAND, Wis.- The city of Ashland is no stranger to severe floods. The historic town is picking up the pieces from the storms that came through about three weeks ago. “Unfortunately this is not an isolated event. We’re starting to see a pattern,” Mayor Debra Lewis told Fox 21 regarding the similar damage the city has seen in the past….
Great Outdoors: Bike Camp at Spirit Mountain
The bike camp offers several programs based on the child's age and experience.
DULUTH, Minn. – This week was the start of Spirit Mountain’s Annual bike camp for young adventurers. It’s where kids as young as six are taking it to the trails on their bikes. These kids know how to get into gear at Spirit Mountain’s Annual Bike Camp. That’s where you’ll find kids like six–year–old Amelia Allen and seven–year–old Bella Harala….
Vacant Middle School May Transform into Affordable Housing
The potential affordable housing is intended to help workforce families.
CLOQUET, Minn.- Affordable housing is a hot topic in the Northland, now an old Middle School building that sat vacant for one school year may turn into apartment units and office space. The developers we spoke with say it’s a workforce housing project intended to help working families find affordable housing. As for the middle school the development plans would keep the…
Potential Tax Benefits for Investors in Low-Income Communities
This is known as the Opportunity Zone.
DULUTH, Minn.-A new federally created tool is aiming to boost investments in communities. It’s being called Opportunity Zone, the first tax benefit in nearly 20 years which private investors will be eligible for certain tax benefits in return for investing in these low–income communities, such as businesses and affordable housing. “The legislation was written to look at where are some…
Kids Go Round Soon to Close
Owners tell FOX21 it will close due to customers now using online shopping rather than in-store.
CLOQUET, Minn.- A locally owned kids clothing store is closing up shop at the end of summer, due to what the owners of Kids Go Round are calling a drop in customers turning to online shopping instead. Kids Go Round has been a beloved clothing store in Cloquet for nearly a decade but will close in August. It’s located in…
Head of the Lakes Fair Underway
The first night is known as "Sneak-a-Peek" offering the community a free entry.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The popular Head of the Lakes Fair has kicked off! It takes nearly two weeks to set up for the big event. This year the petting zoo is back along with pony rides, 4H shows, donut and hot dog eating contests, and plenty of carnival food like those juicy turkey legs. “Everybody has fun here, we got food…
Wisconsin Main Street Celebration Day
Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch Recognizes Business Development
ASHLAND, Wis.- The city of Ashland was recognized as a commercial business area for the state. The historic town in Northern Wisconsin was celebrated as one of eight communities to lead in economic development thanks to local businesses in the area. Executive Director for the Ashland Chamber of Commerce Mary McPhetridge shared with Fox 21 some of the new and…
New Skate Park Coming to Cloquet
The 6,000 square foot skate park will be located at Athletic Park on 14th Street and Prospect Avenue in Cloquet.
CLOQUET, Minn. – Skateboarders rejoice! A new skate park is coming to Cloquet. City officials and avid skateboarders came to the groundbreaking. The total cost of the Cloquet Skatepark is $420,000 and the company building it, Boldt, donated $5,000 to help make it possible. The 6,000 square foot skate park will be located at Athletic Park on 14th Street and…
Fire In Duluth Nearly Burns Down Trailer Home
DULUTH, Minn. – Raging flames at a trailer home in Duluth have severely injured a man who lives there. Another man was treated for smoke inhalation. The fire broke out around 11:00 p.m. Monday night on Greenbriar Drive. The fire got so big and hot at one point a nearby trailer home was also damaged. The burn victim is at the Miller Dwan Burn Center. His condition is not known. Damage to the…
Woman Dies After ATV Overturns in Beltrami County
The Driver was not Wearing a Helmet
BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. – Beltrami County Deputies responded to reports of an overturned ATV on Monday just before 8:30 a.m. The accident took place near the intersection of Nature Road Northwest and Mayflower Road Northwest in Eckles Township. Upon arriving at the scene officers determined the adult female driver of the ATV was deceased. The driver was identified as Rosalee…
Authorities Searching for Missing Coon Rapids Girl
COON RAPIDS, Minn. – The Coon Rapids Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old girl. Authorities say Maige Elizabeth Yang has been missing since June 22 and was last seen in Blaine. She is described as an Asian female with brown eyes and red hair with black roots. She is 5’1” tall and weighs…
Wisconsin Confirms First Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Death
RMSF is Spread by the American dog Tick
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Health officials are confirming Wisconsin’s first documented death from Rocky Mountain spotted fever. The state Department of Health Services announced Tuesday the tick-borne disease has killed a La Crosse woman. Jo Foellimi, a La Crosse County public health nurse, says the woman was bit while camping in western Wisconsin in early May. The woman was diagnosed…
Grand Jury Indicts two in Multi-State Textbook Thefts
The two Stole Textbooks from Instructors' Offices
MILWAUKEE (AP) – A federal grand jury in Milwaukee has indicted two Texas residents in connection with textbook thefts at colleges around the country. Federal prosecutors said in a news release the grand jury indicted Ryan Lewis and Genisis Abellar, both of Houston, on Tuesday on charges of conspiracy to transport stolen goods and interstate transportation of stolen property. Prosecutors…
Man Shot at Underage House Party in Duluth
The Incident is Under Investigation
DULUTH, Minn. – A suspect is on the run after a man was shot at an underage house party in Duluth. The shooting happened around 3:30 a.m on Sunday at a home on the 9400 block of Grand Avenue. Police say the 18-year-old victim was shot in the stomach. He was rushed to a Duluth hospital with non-life threatening injuries….
Interviews Begin Thursday for Duluth City Council At-Large Vacancy
Second Round Interviews Will Take Place Monday
DULUTH, Minn. – The filing period to apply for the City Councilor At-Large vacancy ended on Monday and has left 20 candidates in the running for the upcoming open seat. Elissa Hansen will be stepping down from the position on August 17. Hansen has accepted a position as CEO and president of the Northspan Group Inc. The list of applicants…
Get Downtown Duluth for Sidewalk Days 2018
Sidewalk Days Runs From Wednesday, July 11 Through Saturday, July 14
DULUTH, Minn. – The Greater Downtown Council is once again proud to present the 2018 Sidewalk Days Festival from Wednesday, July 11 through Saturday, July 14. This year, the festivities will be more compacted due to Superior Street reconstruction. The festival will take place from Lake Avenue, down Superior Street to 3rd Avenue West. Every year thousands of people take…
With Frequent Flooding, Fact Check Your Insurance Policy this Summer
Duluth Agent Pat Shelton with Farmer's Insurance Agency Offers Advice to Remember When it Comes to Your Home Policy
DULUTH, Minn. – Summer brings storms and storms bring roof and siding damage and even flooding basements. Duluth insurance agent Pat Shelton says it’s important to be covered correctly so when disaster hits, your agency is there to pick up the pieces. Shelton says his agency is equipped with “Farmer’s Friendly Reviews” on renewals to make sure everyone knows what their policy covers…
Minnesota Health Plans at Risk to Lose $71.1 Million
The Move Could Result in Higher Rates for Consumers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A federal government decision to freeze risk adjustment payments under the health care law is threatening more than $70 million in funding for Minnesota health insurers and raising questions about the potential impact on premiums next year. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said Saturday it’ll hold the financial transfers, which shift money from some insurers…
Minnesota man Charged With Kidnapping Kansas Girl
White Faces 20 Years in Prison and a Fine
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) – A 23-year-old Minnesota man was charged with kidnapping a 13-year-old Kansas girl he met online. U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister announced Dechon White, of St. Paul, was charged Monday in federal court in Kansas. Court documents indicate White and the girl met online in February. White traveled to Lenexa, Kansas, in July to visit the girl….
Midday Update 7-10-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, July 10, 2018
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Trump Replaces High Court’s Swing Vote With Conservative
Kavanaugh is a Former law Clerk for Retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy
(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump chose Brett Kavanaugh, a solidly conservative, politically connected judge, for the Supreme Court, setting up a ferocious confirmation battle with Democrats as he seeks to shift the nation’s highest court ever further to the right. A favorite of the Republican legal establishment in Washington, Kavanaugh, 53, is a former law clerk…
Morning Update 7-10-18
Local News and Weather Headlines Tuesday, July 10, 2018
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Fire at Zenith Terrace Leaves one With Severe Burns
The Cause of the Fire is Under Investigation
DULUTH, Minn. – A fire broke out Monday night in the Zenith Terrace near US Highway 2 and Boundary Avenue. Duluth fire crews responded to the fire located at 1 Greenbriar Drive shortly after 11:00 p.m. Monday night. When rigs arrived they found the mobile home completely engulfed in fire. Officials say the home is a total loss. Two adult…
Daring Rescue Saves all 12 Boys, Soccer Coach From Thai Cave
The Boys had Been Trapped for 18 Days
MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — All 12 boys and their soccer coach have been rescued from a flooded cave in northern Thailand, the Thai navy SEALs said Tuesday, ending an 18-day ordeal that riveted people around the world. The SEALs, who were central to the rescue effort, said on their Facebook page that the remaining four boys and their 25-year-old…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Penmarallter Campsite
Treat People Like You Like to be Treated
TWO HARBORS, Minn.- In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, FOX 21’s Viktoria Capek takes us up the North Shore to the Penmarallter Campsite. It’s the perfect time of year to spend in the great out doors and for those who love camping, the Penmarallter Campgrounds may be your wilderness home away from home. The mom and pop campsite is owned…
Duluth Pack Opens New Operating Facility
Home Grown Company Continues to Grow
DULUTH, Minn.- The successful 136-year-old Duluth Pack has opened its fourth operating location in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The newest location, a hub for marketing and public relations for the company, opened right next door to one of its distributing locations on the corner of Garfield Avenue and West Superior Street in Lincoln Park. Assistant Marketing Manager for the business,…
Putt Putt Railcars Chug Into Duluth!
Jump In! The Old Railcars Are Back For Recreation!
DULUTH, Minn. — The North American Railcar Operator’s Association chugged into Duluth Monday morning! The little putt putt’s ride along the railways and travel across the United States and Canada. “Remember the hand pump that today’s generation would see in a cartoon’s, this is the successor to those.” explained Hal Johnson, a member of the North American Rail Car Operator’s…
Local Organizations Collaborate For New Community Garden
The Fourth Street Garden was honored with a Life Enrichment Award from the MOHR Group.
DULUTH, Minn. – A vacant lot on East Fourth Street in Duluth has blossomed into a community garden. The Fourth Street Garden is a collaboration between Essentia Health, Duluth Community Garden Project and UDAC. The idea came about two years ago to transform this once weed filled abandoned space. The food grown in the garden will be collected for the…
Historic Airplanes Spread Their Wings In Superior
Staff hope to have everything in place by late fall so visitors can view the black plane on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
SUPERIOR, Wis. – After being told by the Duluth Airport Authority to find a new home, because of an unsafe hangar the Commemorative Air Force Lake Superior Squadron 101 Museum has moved two of its planes to Superior. Workers helped relocate the planes to their new home at the Bong Airport in Superior. Transporting these planes from one city to the…
Gubernatorial Candidate Lori Swanson Announces Plan to Lower Prescription Costs
Swanson and running mate Rick Nolan's plan would allow citizens to use state's bulk buying power to purchase drugs
DULUTH, Minn. – State Attorney General candidate for Governor, Lori Swanson (DFL), and her running mate, U.S. Rep. Rick Nolan (DFL) were in Duluth Monday to announce a plan they say would lower prescription prices for Minnesotans. The plan would allow Minnesota residents to buy their drugs on the same bulk order the state uses to purchase prescriptions for state-run…
Duluth City Council Votes to Repeal Ordinances Banning Panhandling, Sleeping in Cars
Council voted 8-0 to repeal both ordinances
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council voted unanimously to repeal two ordinances. One made it illegal for people to sleep in their cars, the other banned panhandling in the city. It will now be legal to panhandle and sleep in cars in the city of Duluth. The council voted 8-0 to repeal both ordinances with Councilor Jay Fosle not…
Heavy Rains and Flooding Causes the North Shore Scenic Railroad to Washout, Trains Are Not Affected
Storms Triggered Flash Flood Warnings Sunday Night In Knife River
KNIFE RIVER, Minn.– Strong storms dampened the Northland Sunday evening as heavy rain poured down on the North Shore. Flash flood warnings were issued as 3.6″ of rain accumulated quickly as storms trained over the same area, over and over again. Rivers rose and culverts filled, with some giving way. Meteorologist Brittney Merlot found the North Shore Scenic Railway was…
Missing Boater’s Body Located in Sturgeon Lake
STURGEON LAKE, Minn. – Authorities have located the body of a missing boater in Sturgeon Lake after three days of searching. According the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, the man is John Fanning, 28, of Moose Lake. His body was discovered around 4:40 p.m. Monday. Fanning went missing around 4:30 p.m. Saturday, July 7 after jumping off a boat. Witnesses reported…
Superior Street Construction Update
Construction Reaches a Milestone
DULUTH, Minn.- Mayor Emily Larson and city officials comment on the progress Northland Construction has made on Superior Street and celebrate the reopening of the 5TH Avenue West intersection. The intersection is a major pathway into the downtown Duluth area from Canal Park. “This is the first of many celebrations we will be having as we slowly move across downtown,”…
Duluth Fire Department One Step Closer To Having Cancer Prevention Gear
The turnout gear can last more than 10 years.
DULUTH, Minn. – Cancer is the leading cause of death among firefighters. The Duluth Fire Department may be getting closer to their goal to make sure each of the 132 firefighters in operation have the proper gear to help prevent cancer. When fire crews respond to a fire, they typically get covered with toxic ash from burnt plastic or other…
University of Wisconsin-Madison Launches Tick Tracking App
Researchers are Especially Interested in Nymph Data
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers are hoping a new smartphone app will help them gain a better understanding of where people come across ticks in the state. Wisconsin Public Radio reports that the Tick App helps people identify ticks and provides instructions on how to remove them from the body. The app gives users daily reminders to…
St. Paul Police dog bit man After Handler Lost Control
The Department has Tightended Rules Related to K-9's
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota man is recovering from injuries after a St. Paul police dog got loose from its handler and bit the man outside his home. The Star Tribune reports 33-year-old Glenn Slaughter was leaving for work Friday when the dog bit him. Anne Shomshor, who is engaged to Slaughter’s brother, says police were looking for…
Wisconsin DA Won’t File Charges Over Male Enhancement Brownies
Three High School Students Gave Classmate Laced Brownies
JANESVILLE, Wis. (AP) – A Wisconsin prosecutor has decided he won’t file charges against three high school students who gave their classmates brownies laced with a sexual enhancement supplement. Rock County District Attorney David O’Leary and Clinton Police Chief David Hooker issued a news release on Monday saying that three Clinton High School students made brownies, secretly laced them with…
Argument Over Fireworks Leads to Shooting Death of Texas man
The man Died Early Sunday From Gunshot Wounds
DALLAS (AP) – Authorities in North Texas say an argument over fireworks lead to the fatal shooting of an 80-year-old man over the weekend. Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin tells The Dallas Morning News Edward Cordero was shot Saturday evening in Lake Bridgeport after complaining to his neighbors about the fireworks they were setting off. The sheriff alleges Cordero retrieved…
Ashland man in Custody for Alleged Arson and Attempted Homicide
The Suspects Identity is Being Withheld Pending Formal Charges
ASHLAND, Wis. – An Ashland man has been arrested and is pending charges for alleged arson, attempted homicide, first degree reckless endangerment, bail jumping, and two counts of criminal damage to property. According to the Ashland Police Department officers were dispatched Saturday morning for an unrelated incident when an officer drove past 218 Beaser Avenue and noticed a flame in…
Summer Technology with Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless near the Miller Hill Mall Offers Summer Tech Tips to Keep You Entertained and Savvy
DULUTH, Minn. – Hanging out in the backyard with the barbeque going is a summertime favorite for many. But with today’s technology, it can be easier to sit back, relax, and enjoy yourself thanks to the latest gadgets offered by Verizon Wireless. Solutions Specialist Tayler Miller stopped by FOX 21 Local News to show off a few of the latest…
Coffee Conversation: Movies in the Park
Movies in the Park will Begin on Friday, July 13 at 9:05 p.m.
DULUTH, Minn. It’s that time of year again, Northlanders will be digging out the blankets and dusting off the lawn chairs in preparation for the 2018 Movies in the Park presented by the Duluth Greater Downtown Council, North Shore Federal Credit Union and many other local sponsors. The movies will show every Friday evening, from July 13 through August 31…
Midday Update 7-9-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 9, 2018
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Couple Killed, Father Critically Injured in Motorcyle Crash
The Crash Remains Under Investigation
WILLMAR, Minn. (AP) – Police say a couple died and a relative was critically injured when a car turned into the path of three motorcycles in central Minnesota. The State Patrol says 42-year-old James Young Jr. and 44-year-old Michelle Young of St. Cloud, Minnesota, were pronounced dead at the scene of the crash Saturday on Highway 23 northeast of Willmar….
Minnesota day Care Provider Accused of Killing Infant Girl
Kortan is Charged with Second Degree Murder
RED LAKE FALLS, Minn. (AP) – A northwestern Minnesota home day care provider is accused of killing a 2-month-old girl who was in her care. The Star Tribune reports that 30-year-old Sarah Kortan is charged with second-degree murder in connection with last month’s death in Red Lake Falls. Kortan remains jailed without bail. A court appearance is scheduled Wednesday. An…
$25,000 Reward Offered in Hibbing Homicide Investigation
A Year Later, No Arrests in Murder of Brian Nelson
HIBBING, Minn – A killer stabbed a Hibbing business owner to death in his home in July of 2017. Nearly a year later no arrests have been made in the case. A $25,000 reward is now being offered for anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for the death of 60-year-old Brian Nelson….
