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No Candidate Endorsed By DFL in 8th District Congressional Race

After Ten Ballots, all Five DFL Candidates Failed to Reach Sixty Percent of the Vote

April 14, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- No DFL endorsement was given to any of the five congressional candidates at the endorsement convention Saturday in Duluth. The race will now come down to a primary election on August 14th. After ten ballots were counted, no candidate reached sixty percent of the vote needed for the endorsement. On the tenth ballot, Leah Phifer was leading the…

Biking for a Cure Team Holds Pool Tournament Fundraiser

Fundraiser Aims to Raise Money for the Annual MS 150 Cycling Event

April 14, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn. – The MS 150 is a two day cycling fundraiser with more than 3,000 cyclists traveling 150 miles from Duluth to the twin cities for one cause, a world free of multiple sclerosis. One team participating in the race goes by the name of the Dragonbots and they hosted a pool tournament this afternoon at the Dubh Linn…

Virginia House Fire Causes Heavy Damage

Fire was at a residence on Sixth Avenue North in Virginia

April 14, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A fire Saturday afternoon in Virginia left one house heavily damaged. Nobody was injured in the fire. It was reported just after 12:00 p.m. Saturday at a house on the 1000 block of Sixth Avenue North. At the height of the fire, more than fifty firefighters were at the scene from several area fire departments. The cause…

Fish Regrows Tail in UMD Experiment

Students at UMD are sharing their semester long studies with the public.

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn. – Students at the University of Minnesota Duluth got to show off their semester-long research. From finding one of the oldest rocks in the world on the Iron Range, to finding out one fish can regrow its tail, UMD students will take us there. Bulldog students put in many hours and a lot of hard work for research which…

First Witness Child Advocacy Center Hosts Fundraiser

Spring Splash raises money for the agency's efforts to educate and respond to child abuse

April 13, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – First Witness Child Advocacy Center is celebrating its 25th year serving children in the Northland and around the world. On Friday, the agency hosted its Spring Splash fundraiser gala. Hundreds of community members came out to support for the work First Witness does in strengthening the community response to child abuse. Organizers say the gala is an important fundraiser…

Superior Fire Department Holds Swearing In Ceremony

Members of the Superior Fire Department celebrated promotions, as well as the beginning of new careers.

April 13, 2018

Graham Hakala,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Fire fighters in Superior took a big step forward in their careers on Friday. The department celebrated with a swearing in ceremony on Friday afternoon. Some members received promotions to higher ranks, while others were taking their first steps towards serving the community. The crowd was full of proud family members. “It really has to be a source…

Family Freedom Center Kicks Off Series of Community Events

Family Freedom Summer features workshops focused on connecting community and culture in the Northland

April 13, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Culture and community come together at the Family Freedom Center in Lincoln Park in Duluth. Family Freedom Summer kicked off on Friday, with the start of 12 weeks of workshops, events and cultural experiences at the Family Freedom Center. Organizers say it’s important to bring communities together to learn from one another, and to hear from those…

Starks Looks to Spark Basketball Bounce Back

Starks' Basketball Academy Heads for Hermantown

April 13, 2018

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HERMANTOWN, Minn.- When describing Duluth Minnesota, basketball may not come to mind, but that’s not how its always been. Dyami Starks is one of the most recognized names in Duluth basketball, after graduating Duluth East, Starks played in college leading his team in scoring, and even play professionally overseas. Now he’s found a new passion, one that combines his love of…

Trump says US Prepared to Sustain Syria Strikes

Trump says America does not seek "an indefinite presence” in Syria

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON D.C. (AP) – President Donald Trump says he is “prepared to sustain” strikes against Syria until the use of chemical agents stops. The United States, along with assurance from France and the United Kingdom, launched a response Friday against the regime of Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad days after his government allegedly used chemical weapons on its citizens. But Trump…

Evening Update: 4-13-2018

A look at the latest local news and weather forecast

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Construction Trade Show Being Held in Duluth

Event Goes Through Saturday

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Those in the know for the construction industry, got a sneak peek today of the latest trends in that business. The North Central Region Conference for construction was held today at the Holiday Inn in downtown Duluth as numerous vendors from the industry hawked their wares. Those organizing the event said, this type of program is a good way…

How to Become an Iron Range Tour Guide

Interested community members can take a class on April 17th

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

HIBBING, Minn.- The Iron Range is becoming more tourist-friendly with the help of members of the community. A certified tourism and ambassador program is being incorporated from Hibbing to Hoyt Lakes. You can become a tour guide but you need to know the must-see attractions from trails to disc golf. “Most of us have gone out to these attractions and certainly…

Iron Range Community Displays Support for Sexual Assault Victims

April is sexual violence awareness month.

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

IRON RANGE, Minn. During the month of April the Iron Range is decorated to honor victims of sexual violence Over 300 teal ribbons are placed around trees to honor local victims of sexual assault.Organizers hope the display brings awareness and understanding. “We live in a world where it’s hard to come forward with sexual abuse and sexual assault problems,” executive director…

Time to Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Safely

Throwing away unwanted medicine can be unsafe for the environment and others around you.

April 13, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s spring cleaning for your medicine cabinet in Duluth. It’s the medical cabinet clean out event at Western Lake Superior Sanitary District. Community members can drop off inwanted medicine. Officials say for the safety of the environment and other individual its important to dispose of medicine properly. “You open up your chance to have illicit use, somebody diverting them…

CD8 DFL Endorsing Convention to be Held Tomorrow

The Convention Will be Held at the Holiday Inn & Suites Downtown Duluth

April 13, 2018

Kelly Tekler,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 2018 Eighth Congressional District DFL Endorsing Convention will be held on Saturday with registration opening at 9 a.m. The convention is held to offer the Party’s endorsement of certain candidates for U.S. Congress. The convention will take place at the Holiday Inn & Suites in downtown Duluth. The candidates that are running for the CD8 DFL…

Rochester Hills man Charged for Shooting at Black Teen

The 53-year-old's Bond was set at $50,000

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Photo: Oakland County Sheriff’s Office)ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. (AP) – A retired, white Detroit firefighter is charged with assault with intent to murder after a shot was fired at a black teen who police say knocked on the door of the man’s suburban Detroit home to ask directions to school. Jeffery Zeigler was arraigned Friday. The 53-year-old was arrested Thursday after…

Judge Says Michael Cohen Must Appear at Hearing

Prosecutors say Cohen Barely Practiced law so Most of the Documents Aren’t off Limits

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) NEW YORK (AP) – A federal judge is ordering President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer to appear next week for arguments over the government’s raid on the lawyer’s New York City home and office. At a hearing on Friday, U.S. District Judge Kimba Wood told an attorney for Michael Cohen that his client needed to be there…

MPR, Keillor Strike Deal to Restore Access to old Shows

Keillor has Been Accused of Sexual Harassment by an ex Co-Worker

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

Garrison KeillorST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Public Radio says it has an agreement with Garrison Keillor to restore online access to old recordings of his “A Prairie Home Companion” radio show. MPR said Friday it will pay Keillor $275,000 for limited, non-exclusive rights to those shows for three years as well as Keillor’s “The Writer’s Almanac,” a short daily…

Minnesota Woman Sought in Death of Husband and Florida Woman

Authorities Believe Riess Killed Hutchinson Earlier This Week to Assume her Identity

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Dodge County Sheriff’s Office via AP)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota woman who is wanted in connection with her husband’s death is now a suspect in the killing of a Florida woman, authorities said Friday. Lois Riess of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, has been charged in the shooting death of Pamela Hutchinson of Bradenton, Florida. Authorities aren’t aware of any connection between…

Authorities Continue to Investigate Cooper Elementary Fire

The Superior School District Says There are Still Many Unknowns

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior School District says that there are still many unknowns regarding the Sunday night and Monday morning Cooper Elementary School fire. At this time the exact dollar amounts of the damages is unknown, but the School District says they expect it will be more than $1.5 million. There is also no estimated time when the new Cooper…

Annual Empty Bowl Fundraiser Supports Local Food Bank

25th Annual Empty Bowl

April 13, 2018

Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn. – Next week a Sea of Bowls will take over the Duluth Depot as the work of artists helps provide a meal for you and thousands of Northlanders. The 25th Annual Empty Bowl event is taking place on Tuesday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 6: 30 p.m. Admission and a meal are free and bowls can be…

Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Fargo Airport

The Flight was Heading From Minneapolis to Anchorage

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A Delta Air Lines flight has made an emergency landing at the Fargo airport. KFGO reports the jet with 189 passengers on board was heading from Minneapolis to Anchorage, Alaska when the crew reported smoke in the cockpit Thursday night. Fire officials say the plane landed safely at Hector International Airport in Fargo about 7:30 p.m….

Strength Training on New Duluth YMCA Equipment

Active Adventures: Duluth YMCA

April 13, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. -As Spring weather continues to evade the Northland, FOX 21’s William Seay went inside the Duluth YMCA to work with a personal trainer. Emily Ranta, the Associate Executive Director of the Duluth YMCA says during the “mud season” the center sees an uptick in people and need for personal training. The Duluth YMCA recently got rid of 15-year-old…

Popular National Parks to Raise Fees to $35, not $70

A Change Announced Thursday Will Boost Fees at 17 Popular Parks by $5

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Ben Margot, File) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Interior Department is increasing fees at the most popular national parks to $35 per vehicle, backing down from an earlier plan that would have forced visitors to pay $70 per vehicle to visit the Grand Canyon, Yosemite and other iconic parks. A change announced Thursday will boost fees at 17 popular parks…

Explosion Injures Three at 3M Plant in Minnesota

Three People Were Injured in the Explosion

April 13, 2018

The Associated Press,

HUTCHINSON, Minn. (AP) – Authorities say an explosion at a 3M Co. plant in Minnesota injured three people, one of them seriously. Hutchinson Police Chief Daniel Hatten says a piece of equipment malfunctioned about 1:30 p.m. Thursday. Hatten says one person was seriously hurt while the other two suffered minor injuries. All three victims were taken to hospitals. A 3M…

Victim Found in Overturned car in Gull River Identified

The Crash Remains Under Investigation

April 13, 2018

Site Staff,

EAST GULL LAKE, Minn. – On Tuesday the Cass County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a single car crash near Gull Lake Dam Road. When officers arrived on scene they found a Mercedes-Benz on its roof in Gull River with a male victim deceased inside. The male occupant was the only passenger in the vehicle and has been identified…

‘Visit Duluth’ Visits Minneapolis Ahead Of Summer Tourism Season

April 12, 2018

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s marketing team, Visit Duluth, is making a big splash in Minneapolis. On Thursday, Visit Duluth brought the mascots with them from some of the city’s top attractions. The crew set up shop outside Target Field, ahead of the Twins game against the White Sox. People passing by could win Authentic Duluth baseball caps, gift cards and…

Weekend Spotlight: April 13-15

April 12, 2018

Dan Hanger,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight

9th Annual Northland Job Fair Provides Training

The event is sponsored by the Minnesota Workforce Center

April 12, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- More than 130 organizations met with possible future employees at the 9th annual Northland job fair. The event is sponsored by the Minnesota Workforce Center, which aims to connect people with the right job for them. Those attending were also provided tools and training, such as mock interviews. “You really need to prepare because it’s a lot like…

Lester Park Elementary Embraces Science On “Science Night”

School staff say they want to inspire kids to even become scientists one day.

April 12, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn.- Lester Park Elementary in Duluth is all about showing students the importance of science. That was the case tonight for “Science Night.” Fifteen community partners like the Hartley Nature Center were there to show kids how they use science in their daily lives, at work and for research purposes. School staff say they want to inspire kids to…

AmeriCorps Members Hammer Away On Legacy House

The house is expected to be ready in August when 16 new AmeriCorps Vista Members will join the team.

April 12, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The AmeriCorps Legacy House in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Neighborhood is making progress. AmeriCorps members with their hard hats and hammers in hand were demolishing the basement. They’ve been working for at least four weeks and started with cleaning out the inside of the home. Future AmeriCorps members will live in the three story home while volunteering. “I’m…

Superior Speedway Gets New Name

Local Legal Firm Sponsoring Superior Track

April 12, 2018

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-The speedway at the Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds in Superior has a new name. Now it will be called the Gondik Law Speedway. The new sponsor, a law office in Superior, takes over where Amsoil left off with the hopes of improving the raceway. The group will be able to help out the speedway in a variety of…

Rooney, Morin Return for Welcome Home Celebration

The two UMD Bulldogs were part of the gold medal U.S. women's hockey team.

April 12, 2018

Sam Ali,

DULUTH — It was a packed house at the Sports Garden Thursday night as two Bulldogs returned home with some hardware around their neck. For the first time since winning the gold medal in the 2018 Winter Olympics, Maddie Rooney and Sidney Morin came back to Duluth for a “Welcome Home Celebration” with their fans who cheered them on from…

Bent Paddle Opens New Taproom

The new taproom is located just down the road from its first spot at 1812 W Michigan St. in Lincoln Park.

April 12, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – After spending five years at its original location Bent Paddle Brewing Company is moving on up. Bent Paddle hosted a grand opening of its new bigger and better taproom. It was a packed house at Bent Paddle with music, lots of people ready to join in on the fun and beer. The new taproom is located just…

First Bricks Removed in Superior Street Construction

Road closures will begin on April 16th.

April 12, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s finally here, construction signs and crews are chipping away at Superior Street. The construction in downtown Duluth is taking place over three years, the city celebrated removing the first bricks. “We are going to embark on a project that is going to be inconvenient and exciting,” Duluth’s Mayor Emily Larson said. On Thursday, the first bricks on…

Weather Enthusiasts Participate In Skywarn Spotter Training

Skywarn Spotters become part of the National Service Weather team.

April 12, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The National Weather Service in Duluth was busy training weather spotters. These are the people who learn to give official reports on weather conditions during severe weather outbreaks. “We talk about safety,” said Warning Coordination Meteorologist Carol Christenson. “We talk about how thunderstorms form and what makes them severe and what makes them rotate? what makes them produce tornadoes and damaging winds? what information…

Evening Update: 4-12-2018

A look at the latest local news and weather forecast

April 12, 2018

Site Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: latest news, News

Starks Academy Clinic Begins Next Week

Clinic Will be Held April 22

April 12, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-A former Duluth East standout basketball player has made his way back to Duluth to help future generations of hoopsters. Dyami Starks will be hosting his first ever Starks Academy next week. The program is sponsored by the non–profit Northland Youth Basketball Alliance. That organization is aimed at getting people of all abilities the chance to play Starks’ favorite…

Teardown of Morgan Park Middle School Continues

Some Rentals Will be Available in November

April 12, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The teardown of the old Morgan Park Middle School is continuing to buzz along which will eventually make way for some new rental units. The development will consist of eight, 12–plex town homes totaling out to 96 units. Once demolition is complete, construction of the new units is expected to begin in June at a total cost of $19…

First “Saltie” of the Season to Arrive in Duluth-Superior Port

The Ship Will be Arriving at Approximately 8 p.m.

April 12, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The first “saltie” of the 2018 commercial navigation season will be making its way under the Aerial Lift Bridge tonight at approximately 8 p.m. The Federal Weser is making its stop at the CHS terminal on the Superior side of the harbor to load 21,400 metric tons of durum wheat before making its voyage to Algeria. This…

In new Book, Comey Says Trump ‘Untethered to Truth’

The book is to be Released Next Week

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – Former FBI Director James Comey blasts President Donald Trump as “unethical” and “untethered to truth” in a new book. He calls Trump’s leadership of the country “ego driven and about personal loyalty.” Comey’s comments come in the new book in which he casts Trump as a mafia boss-like figure who sought to blur the line between law…

Dayton Blasts Millionaire who Says he Took Food Stamps

Dayton Says Public Policy Should not be Made on Anecdotes

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Gov. Mark Dayton has criticized a self-described millionaire who says he legally qualified for food stamps and took them to prove the system is vulnerable to abuse. Rob Undersander of Waite Park told a legislative committee Wednesday that he and his wife collected about $6,000 in benefits they didn’t need over 19 months, and then…

Kremlin Spokesman Warns Against Syria Strike

President Trump Tweeted Thursday That it may Come "Very Soon or not so Soon at all!"

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo | Evan Vucci) WASHINGTON (AP) – The Kremlin spokesman is warning the U.S. and its allies against any steps that could destabilize the situation in Syria. Asked about possible U.S. strikes on Syria, President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Thursday that “it’s necessary to avoid any steps that may fuel tensions in Syria.” He added that it…

Minnesota Gov. Dayton Criticizes his Predecessor Pawlenty

Dayton Says Pawlenty Left Minnesota in "Disastrous Financial Shape.''

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is criticizing his predecessor, Republican Tim Pawlenty, who has announced plans to seek his old office. Dayton told the Star Tribune on Wednesday he doesn’t know what Pawlenty is going to run on because, as Dayton put it, “his record as governor was so abysmal.” Dayton charges that Pawlenty left Minnesota…

Minnesota to Spend $1.3 Million Amid Licensing System Complaints

The State has Already Spent at Least $93 Million on the System

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota will spend $1.3 million to temporarily add staff to handle the fallout from the launch of the state Licensing and Registration System. The Star Tribune reports that the state Driver and Vehicle Services office will draw funds from the Highway User Tax Distribution Fund. Cassandra O’Hern is the deputy commissioner of the Department of…

Farley’s Family Restaurant is Home to Award-Winning Quiche

Cooking Connection: Quiche Lorraine

April 12, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A local restaurant is touting a new title after a successful run at an international competition. Farley’s Family Restaurant got Second Place at the World Food Championships with their Quiche Lorraine recipe. Kelly Trumpold, the Owner and Executive Chef of Farley’s Family Restaurant, says the dish is easy to make at home but packed with flavor. Farley’s…

Minneapolis man on Trial in UW-Stout Student Death

Alhahdi was a Junior Majoring in Business Administration at UW-Stout

April 12, 2018

Kelly Tekler,

MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP) – A Minneapolis man is on trial in the beating death of a University of Wisconsin-Stout student from Saudi Arabia. The Leader-Telegram reports a jury was selected Tuesday for the trial of 28-year-old Cullen Osburn. He’s charged with felony murder and aggravated battery in the death of Hussain Saeed Alnahdi. The 24-year-old student died from a brain…

Dayton Seeks Nearly $1M to Keep Suicide Hotline Afloat

Gov. Mark Dayton is Asking Lawmakers to set Aside $969,000 to Keep the Line Open

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is calling on lawmakers to set aside $969,000 to keep the state’s only suicide prevention hotline from closing. The Minnesota Suicide Prevention Lifeline recently announced it would be forced to shut down next month without new funding. The 24-hour phone line links callers with local mental health professionals as well as…

Bring Your Unloaded gun: Gun Rights Supporters Plan Rallies

The Rallies are Being Planned by the National Constitutional Coalition of Patriotic Americans Group

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jonathan J. Cooper, File)(AP) – Organizers are encouraging gun rights supporters to bring unloaded rifles to rallies at state capitols across the U.S. this weekend to counter a recent wave of student-led protests against gun violence. A group called the National Constitutional Coalition of Patriotic Americans is spreading word of the gatherings on social media. Coalition co-founder David Clayton…

Another top Official Leaves National Security Council

Waddell's Departure Date has not yet Been Determined

April 12, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) WASHINGTON (AP) – Another top National Security Council staffer is leaving the White House as new National Security Adviser John Bolton makes his mark. Deputy national security adviser Ricky Waddell will be exiting the administration, said two administration officials with knowledge of the decision who were not authorized to speak publicly. Waddell’s departure date has not yet…