Morning Update 6-22-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 22, 2018
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, Headlines, news update, news weather, William Seay
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Supreme Court Adopts new Rules for Cellphone Tracking
This is a Victory for Privacy in Digital age
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court says police generally need a search warrant if they want to track criminal suspects’ movements by collecting information about where they’ve used their cellphones. The justices’ 5-4 decision Friday is a victory for privacy in the digital age. That’s a big change from the old days when authorities could go to the phone company…
Man Charged in Target Gift Card Scam
Zhang Visited 10-15 Stores a day
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A man accused of posing as an Internal Revenue Service representative and tricking people into buying Target gift cards to pay of phony tax debts is facing federal charges in Minnesota. A criminal complaint filed in U.S. District Court in St. Paul accuses 27-year-old Yu Zhang of visiting at least 10 Target stores a day…
Drummond is Wading in the Water
Projects planned for this summer have already been placed on the back burner.
DRUMMOND, Wis.,- It’s sunshine and clear sky now but Drummond is still wading in the water. Drummond town chairman Roy Bloom remains busy keeping track of road conditions. “Two, three, there was four washouts in this that were five foot deep,” Bloom said. The red markings are all the roads currently closed. “There are still places here we’re just guessing,…
The Northland Helps Bring Alzheimer’s Awareness On The Longest Day
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.
DULUTH, Minn. – The Longest Day event is held on the longest day of the year, which happens to be the summer solstice. It’s a day meant to help people living with Alzheimer’s by people doing something they love in honor of someone they love who’s affected by Alzheimer’s. It usually takes less than half an hour to work up…
Evening Update: 6-21-2018
A look at the latest local news and weather forecast
Categories: News, News – Latest News
Military Map Donations Accepted
Veterans Memorial Hall Looking for Military Maps
DULUTH, Minn.-The St. Louis County Veterans Memorial Hall is looking for donations of military maps. It’s all part of project for the Albert J. Amatuzio Research Center which helps preserve the stories behind Northlander’s involvement in the military. Organizers say the donated maps will be taken and put in protective frames. Once there, staff at the site say the maps…
St. Luke’s Heart Center Honored
DULUTH, Minn.-St. Luke’s was honored earlier today being recognized as a Heart Attack Receiving Center from the American Heart Association. They received a gold level status from the organization for their work in helping patients with STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) heart attacks – one of the deadliest kinds. Physicians there said the award was a team effort. “It says a…
Trump Rally Recap
Trump Was in Duluth Yesterday for a Rally
DULUTH, Minn.-Less than 24 hours ago, President Donald Trump was in Duluth hosting a roundtable with area leaders and eventually a rally at Amsoil Arena. Amsoil was packed to capacity inside and out – the president after the event, Tweeted that there was about 9,000 people in the arena, with another 10,000 outside. DECC officials said 8,400 attended the event inside….
Orlando International Airport to Scan Faces of US Citizens
The Face Scan Expansion is Costing the Orlando Airport Authority $4 Million
(AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s busiest airport will be the first in the nation to require a face scan of passengers on all arriving and departing international flights, officials said Thursday, a move that pleases airport executives but worries privacy advocates. Officials at Orlando International Airport said the expansion of face scans would speed up the…
Former UW Student Sentenced to Three Years for Assaults
Cook was Expelled in June 2017
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A judge has sentenced a former University of Wisconsin-Madison student who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting three female students and choking or stalking two others to three years behind bars. WKOW-TV reports Dane County Circuit Judge Stephen Ehlke sentenced 22-year-old Alec Cook of Edina, Minnesota, on Thursday to three years in prison and five years of…
WisDOT Updates Road Closures in Northern Wisconsin
DULUTH, Minn. – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation crews continue to assess road damage due to high water levels in many northern Wisconsin areas. WisDOT has released an updated list of road closures and say that repairs are scheduled to begin next week. Current closures are: Bayfield County Highway: US 2 Location: At North Fish Creek (east of Ino), approximately…
Highway 48 Reopens in Pine County
MnDOT Crews say Road Safe to Travel
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced that Highway 48 between Hinckley and Danbury has reopened. Highway 48 near the St. Croix River had been closed since June 18 due to high water levels. The MnDOT says crews have determined the road and bridge are now safe to open to travelers and the water levels have receded significantly….
Heavy Rains Cause Roads to Flood in Southeast South Dakota
Part of Interstate 90 is now Reopened
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) – Heavy rains are causing roads to flood in southeastern South Dakota. The South Dakota Highway Patrol says Highway 11 in southeastern Sioux Falls is closed from 57th Street to 271st Street for water over the road. The National Weather Service reports more than 5 inches of rain fell in that area. In Minnesota, part of…
One Injured in Iron River Motorcycle Crash
Esterly was not Wearing a Helmet
IRON RIVER, Wis. – The Iron River Police Department and the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a motorcycle crash on County Highway H in Iron River Wednesday evening. Authorities say as 63-year-old John Esterly, of Superior, traveled over the bridge near Twin Bear Campground on County Highway H, he lost control of his motorcycle causing him to…
Chisholm Man Missing Since May
Chisholm Police Department Seeking Public's Help
CHISHOLM, Minn. – The Chisholm Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing person. Christopher Quirk, 50, of Chisholm has been missing since early May and was last seen in Virginia. The last known contact with Quirk was on May 8 and police say there has been no contact with friends or family since that date. Authorities…
Minnesota Cafe Hears it From Both Sides for Hosting “Fox & Friends”
Owner, Supportive Comments Eventually Outweighed the Negative
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – The small Duluth diner is getting an earful from commenters and callers for hosting Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” morning show a day after President Donald Trump visited the city. Uncle Loui’s Cafe, a local favorite in the city, drew both criticism and support after the conservative morning show announced plans for the broadcast. Owner Debra…
Duluth School District Seeks Outside Financial Firm to Complete Budget
the Board Will Meet Early Next Week
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth School District has hit an ‘unexpected hiccup’ with the 2018-2019 budget process. According to district officials they are seeking outside professional financial services to assist in completing the budget accurately and by the state’s required approval date of June 30. They are seeking a firm to begin the work immediately and say if they need…
Rhubarb Festival Kicks Off Saturday
Eat Delicious Food While Helping Those in Need This Weekend
DULUTH, Min. — It’s that time of year again to get your taste buds ready to tackle the tangy tartness of every known rhubarb! The 2018 CHUM Rhubarb Festival kicks off Saturday at 9am and runs until 4pm. It will be held at the First Lutheran Church on 11th Ave East and London Road in Duluth. Don’t worry if you…
Raising Awareness on The Longest Day
The Longest Day Helps to Raise Awareness for Patients and Caregivers Living with Alzheimer's Disease
DULUTH, Minn. – On Thursday, June 21, members in the community living with or affected by Alzheimer’s Disease will have the chance to raise funds and awareness for care and support. People across the globe will be putting on activities on this day to raise awareness not only for patients, but for their caregivers as well. Curves Miller Hill in…
Democratic Milwaukee Businessman Andy Gronik Drops out
The Announcement Came Thursday
photo: andygronik.comMADISON, Wis. (AP) – Democratic Milwaukee businessman Andy Gronik is ending his campaign for governor. Gronik announced Thursday he was dropping out of the race. That leaves nine Democrats in the field looking to take on Republican Gov. Scott Walker. Gronik got into the race nearly a year ago, in July 2017. A political newcomer, he was not able…
Midday Update 6-21-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, June 21, 2018
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, midday update, News, weather
New Evidence That Viruses may Play a Role in Alzheimer’s
The Study was Published in the Journal Neuron
WASHINGTON (AP) – A provocative new study says viruses that sneak into the brain just might play a role in Alzheimer’s. Some scientists have long suspected viruses or bacteria somehow set the stage for Alzheimer’s. Now, the main theory is that sticky brain-clogging plaques are the culprit. Thursday’s findings don’t prove viruses cause the mind-robbing disease but they promise to…
Lawsuit Challenges Federal Leases for Planned Minnesota Mine
Nine Businesses have Sued the Interior Department
(AP Photo/Steve Karnowski, File)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Nine Minnesota businesses that rely on the Boundary Waters Canoe Area have sued the Interior Department, challenging its decision to reinstate the federal mineral rights leases for the planned Twin Metals copper-nickel mine near Ely. The lawsuit filed in federal court in the District of Columbia on Thursday says the department’s decision was unlawful…
Duluth Police say two Arrested at Trump Event
The Individuals Were Protesting Outside Arena
DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands gathered Wednesday to hear President Trump address the crowds gathered at the Amsoil Arena, and according to the Duluth Police Department only two arrests were made at the event. One person was arrested for disorderly conduct and another was arrested for obstructing legal process. Both parties were outside of the arena protesting. Authorities say they do…
Cooking Connection: Chicken Norway
In this Week's Cooking Connection, Cove Point Lodge Features Their Delicious Chicken Norway Entree
Chicken Norway Recipe: 4 airline chicken breasts Olive oil ½ C. plus 2 T. Thyme dry 1 t. Oregano dry 1 t. Basil dry 1 t. Garlic chopped 1 t. Salt ¼ t. Pepper 1/8 t. Swiss Cheese 1 slice Lingonberries 1 T. Marinate chicken in ½ C. olive oil herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Saute chicken skin side down on medium high…
Instagram Unveils new Video Service in Challenge to YouTube
(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Facebook’s Instagram service is loosening its restraints on video in an attempt to lure younger viewers away from YouTube when they’re looking for something to watch on their smartphones. The expansion announced Wednesday, dubbed IGTV, will increase Instagram’s video time limit from one minute to 10 minutes for most users. Accounts with large audiences…
Morning Update 6-21-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, June 21, 2018
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Morning, News, Update, weather
Milwaukee on Short List for Democratic National Convention
The Convention Will be Held July 13-16
MILWAUKEE (AP) – Milwaukee is on the short list to host the Democratic National Convention in 2020. Wisconsin’s largest city was among four cities to make the cut Wednesday by the DNC site selection committee. But the Denver Post is reporting that city, which also made the cut, is planning to withdraw its application. The two other cities are Houston…
Supreme Court Rules for States in Online Sales tax Case
The 5-4 Ruling is Seen as a win for States
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court says states can force online shoppers to pay sales tax. The 5-4 ruling Thursday is a win for states, who said they were losing out on billions of dollars annually under two decades-old Supreme Court decisions that impacted online sales tax collection. The high court ruled Thursday to overturn those decisions. They had resulted…
Crews Recover Body of Swimmer From Northern Minnesota Lake
An Autopsy is Pending
REMER, Minn. (AP) – Authorities have recovered the body of a 76-year-old man who drowned while swimming in a northern Minnesota lake. Cass County Sheriff Tom Burch says his office was notified Monday night of a drowning on Upper Menton Lake near Remer. Deputies and first responders arrived and recovered the man’s body from the lake. Deputies learned the man…
Koko, the Gorilla who Knew Sign Language, Dies at 46
Koko was Born in the San Francisco Zoo
WOODSIDE, Calif. (AP) — Koko, the gorilla who mastered sign language, has died. The Gorilla Foundation says the 46-year-old western lowland gorilla died in her sleep at the foundation’s preserve in California’s Santa Cruz mountains on Tuesday. Koko was born at the San Francisco Zoo, and Dr. Francine Patterson began teaching the gorilla sign language that became part of a…
Trump Supporters Praise Steel Tariff at Roundtable Discussion
The people attending this roundtable were all big Trump supports.
DULUTH, Minn.-President Trump made his first stop in Duluth for what the White House is calling a roundtable discussion. “We’re very proud of what we’ve done, we’re very proud of Minnesota, and the people of this state, they’re incredible people,” President Trump said. “The people that you see in this room right now and the people you see up here…
Local Leaders Speak at Duluth Trump Rally
Congressional candidate Pete Stauber and Congressman Sean Duffy were among the speakers
DULUTH, Minn. – Local leaders spoke at President Trump’s rally in Duluth. Congressman Sean Duffy (R-Wis.) was among the elected officials who took the podium before the president. “Donald Trump is jacked to be in Duluth, Minnesota. And I’ve got to be honest with you guys, I told him the best thing about Duluth is you can see Wisconsin from…
President Trump Speaks in Duluth
The president addressed a lot of issues to a capacity crowd at Amsoil Arena
DULUTH, Minn. – A historic day in Duluth as the city had its first presidential visit since 2004. President Trump covered a lot of ground at his rally at a full Amsoil Arena. Thousands of people were there to hear President Trump speak about a lot of issues including his meeting with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un earlier this…
Protesters Show Up Against President Trump During Rally
Hundreds of people walked from downtown Duluth past the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center toward Canal Park.
DULUTH, Minn. – Although there were many people excited to see President Trump in the Northland many others were not. While President Trump was inside Amsoil Arena delivering his speech, hundreds of people were outside taking a stand to voice their disapproval. This was the scene in Canal Park earlier today. Hundreds of people walked from downtown Duluth past the…
Thousands Lineup Outside Amsoil Arena to Hear Trump Speak
DULUTH, Minn.-Thousands of supports of President Trump come to Amsoil Arena. We’ll have much more on this story tonight at 9 with a special report from Fox 21’s Brett Scott. Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: duluth, News
Rally for President Trump Begins in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.-Thousands of people have filled Amsoil Arena in Duluth to hear President Trump during a rally tonight. He’s speaking on multiple issues including immigration, the steel tariffs on foreign steel, along with his support for Republican congressional candidate Pete Stauber. Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: DULUTH NEWS
Stauber Rally Held Ahead of Trump’s Event
DULUTH, Minn.-A rally for Republican Eighth District congressional candidate Pete Stauber was held earlier today at his campaign headquarters in Hermantown. Stauber said a very special phone call he received from President Trump helped drive his visit to the area, which is one of most hotly contested congressional races in the country. “It was three months ago the president called…
DFL Rally Held in Duluth Ahead of Trump’s Rally
DULUTH, Minn.-In Leif Erickson Park earlier today, multiple Democratic leaders from the state government made a stop in Duluth to show off their DFL pride. State Representative and candidate for governor Erin Murphy, along with State Representative Liz Olson from Duluth, both denounced Trump and what he stands for. “I’m here to say the policies of Donald Trump are not…
Trump Fans Line Up Early for Event
DULUTH, Minn.-Northlander’s and people from across the country have bombarded Amsoil Arena to get a look at President Trump during his rally at Amsoil. One supporter we spoke with from Tennessee said he’s been there since yesterday afternoon. It’s his 46th rally in 20 states and says he keeps going to them because he likes the experience. “Well … it’s…
Teen Charged With Setting Fire to Minnesota Church
The Teen is Charged with First-Degree Arson
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) – Authorities allege a teenager set fire to a 118-year-old church in central Minnesota in March 2016, causing several millions of dollars in damage. Prosecutors in Stearns County charged the teen with first-degree arson for allegedly setting fire to the Church of St. Mary in Melrose. The suspect was 13 at the time. Sheriff’s investigators interviewed…
Midday Update 6-20-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, News, news update, weather
Glensheen Mansion, Now Open Late
Starting July 1, Glensheen Mansion will be open from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. Every Day
DULUTH, Minn. – A night at the museum will soon be a reality at Glensheen Mansion in Duluth. Marketing Manager Jane Pederson announced Wednesday, starting July 1, Glensheen will be open extended hours until 9:00 p.m. every day throughout July and August. Pederson says it’s a way to help get more visitors through the historic estate, and also provide visitors…
Homeland Security Drafts Plan to end Family Separation
it is Unclear if the President Will Sign it
(AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)WASHINGTON (AP) – Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen is drafting an executive action for President Donald Trump that would direct DHS to keep families apprehended at the border together during detention. That’s according to two people familiar with her thinking who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the effort before its official announcement. It’s unclear whether…
Morning Update 6-20-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Morning, News, Update, weather
Poison Control Warns About Fire Colorant Product
The Product has Sickened Several Children
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – As the summer campfire season picks up Minnesota Poison Control has a warning about a product used to generate colored flames. KARE-TV reports the chemical, sold in a small foil packet, has sickened several young children in Minnesota, including one that was sent to the hospital. The Minnesota Poison Control center has handled four poisoning cases involving…
Douglas County Recovering From Flooding
Tending to these repairs may postpone some county projects due to limited funds and resources.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis.- Some roads remain closed in Douglas County due to flooding. Officials with Douglas County tell us it may take some time before they reopen. Highways across the county remain largely affected by the heavy rainfall this past weekend. Although high water levels are dying down the Douglas County Board Chairman Mark Liebaert tells FOX 21 some clear roadways…
Groundbreaking Held for New Apartments
DULUTH, Minn.-A groundbreaking celebration was held earlier today for phase two of the Capstone Apartments at Matterhorn Circle in Duluth. The new development is being created to address the housing shortage by offering 81 apartment units in two buildings. “We’ve had lots of calls already so we think we are going to do very well, it’s going to be a…
Trump Merchandise for Sale
DULUTH, Minn.-Over on London Road and 21st Avenue East business is booming for those wanting Trump merchandise. A Brooklyn native travels across the country selling Trump related items, all while telling the public why they should support Trump. “I believe in Donald Trump, I believe what he’s saying and as far as the media goes, there’s a lot of people…
