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Walker Warns of ‘Blue Wave’ in Wisconsin

Walker is up Re-Election to a Third Term in November.

April 4, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says the win by a liberal candidate for state Supreme Court deals a “serious blow” to the conservative movement. Walker is issuing the warning in a fundraising email following a torrent of tweets the Republican incumbent sent Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Liberal Milwaukee judge Rebecca Dallet trounced conservative opponent Michael Screnock…

Driver who Fumbled With Phone Gets 90 Days in Fatal Crash

The Crash Killed 31-year-old Brea Miller of St. Paul.

April 4, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A judge has sentenced a western Wisconsin woman to the maximum 90 days in jail for a crash that killed a Minnesota woman nearly two years ago. Thirty-six-year-old Destiny Xiong of Hudson, Wisconsin, was sentenced Tuesday on a misdemeanor count of careless driving. A jury earlier had acquitted Xiong of the most serious charges she…

Authorities Identify Victim of Cass Lake House Fire

The Fire was Reported Late Friday.

April 4, 2018

The Associated Press,

CASS LAKE, Minn. (AP) – Authorities have released the name of a 79-year-old man who died in a house fire in northern Minnesota last week. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office identifies the victim as Hubert Braman of Cass Lake. Authorities say the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office determined that Braman died of carbon monoxide poisoning caused by smoke inhalation. The…

Northland Celebrates Local Volunteers on National Service Day

Tuesday, April 3rd marks the sixth year Duluth is honoring our volunteers.

April 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday, April 3rd is dedicated to the volunteers with Vista and AmeriCorps; serving in schools, non–profits and local government organizations in the Northland. Over 550 AmeriCorps volunteers are serving here in the Duluth community. Tuesday, April 3rd marks the sixth year Duluth is honoring our volunteers. AmeriCorps is a federal national service program. Various groups are right…

U of M Researchers Share Findings with Community at Spark Event

Researchers share knowledge with alumni and community members in Cloquet

April 3, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – The university of Minnesota held another one of its “Sparks” events on Tuesday. Researchers from the university presented some of their studies to alumni and other members of the community. The theme focused on Minnesota’s natural environment, and how things like climate change are affecting the region. “For a lot of these forest health issues that we’re dealing…

Congressman Rick Nolan Shows Support For After School Programs

Staff say after school programs are vital because it's a safe and positive space for kids to be that has an academic focus and practices important life skills.

April 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – On average nearly 70 kids spend each day after school at one of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland. Staff say it’s because it’s a safe and positive space for kids to be that has an academic focus and practices important life skills. Congressman Rick Nolan was in Duluth at the Dave Goldberg Family Boys…

Kids Get Their Bead On at Duluth Public Library

Kids take little beads, melt them together and create a masterpiece.

April 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spring Break is on for Duluth students and some of those youngsters are getting their beads on at the Duluth Public Library. It’s called “Perler Beads Art.” Kids take little beads, melt them together and create a masterpiece. “It’s really good for children’s development, them trying out different things like this and engaging their creativity and imagination,” said Youth Services Coordinator…

Twin Ports Women Brewers Release Pink Boots Collaboration Brew

The brew will be available for several weeks.

April 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – A few women brewers in the Twin Ports collaborated on a special brew and Tuesday, April 3, was the official beer release at Hoops Brewing. The Pink Boots Collaboration brew was created on International Women’s Day on March 8. The dry hopped red ale is made up of a YCH Hops blend. It’s named “1920,” after the…

Wisconsin Election Results

April 3, 2018

Site Staff,

For the latest election results, click here Below are the up to date results to the key races in Tuesday’s election. School Board Races: Len Albrecht, Steve Stupak, and Michael Meyer came away with the most votes. Election results will become official after the board of canvassers meets to certify them on April 10th. Maple Referendum: The Maple School District…

Essentia Health Implements New Program for Sexual Assault Victims

The Essentia Health Superior Hospital has collaborated with the St Mary's Medical Center to start a new program for Sexual Assault Victims

April 3, 2018

Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Essentia Health Superior Hospital is doing their part to end sexual assault by starting a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program. The program was adopted from the St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth to provide the same level of care no matter the location “Patients sometimes simply don’t have transportation over to Duluth and knowing that they are…

Superior Takes Action to End Sexual Assault

The Mayor of Superior issued a city and county proclamation to declare April Sexual Assault and Awareness Month

April 3, 2018

Mariah Janos,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Advocates, survivors, researchers, and allies all gathered this afternoon in superior to start a conversation and take a stand against sexual assault. .The forum was just the beginning of many events that will be held throughout the month as a way to support and combat one of the most under reported and heinous crimes in the community….

Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health

The Make it Ok campaign is training organizations around the Northland.

April 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Workers for the city of Duluth began training the correct way to address mental illness in the work place last year, Tuesday a plethora of organizations are following suit. Northland Healthy Minds aims to reduce the stigma around mental illness in the workplace. Over 40 organizations are involved, dedicated to training their employees the correct way to address…

New Study Shows Glensheen Mansion Draws in Large Amount of Tourism

According to the study every homeowner in Duluth pays $37 less in taxes every year, because of Glensheen.

April 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- A new study released Tuesday shows Glensheen Mansion now brings in around 90,000 out–of– the area visitors to Duluth each year. Glensheen Mansion is one of the leading tourist attractions in Minnesota. The study by an economic research firm reveals Glensheen brings Duluth more than $7 million dollars annually in economic impact. According to the study every homeowner in…

Online Fundraisers Set Up For I-35 Crash Victims

April 3, 2018

Dan Hanger,

Duanda Robinson and daughter DULUTH, Minn. – Online fundraisers have been set up for the victims involved in Monday’s wrong-way head-on crash on I-35 in Duluth. One of those fundraisers is for 26-year-old Duanda Robinson of Duluth and her 2-year-old daughter. Click here for their GoFundMe page. They were killed when an SUV driven by 23-year-old Aaron Dame of Duluth…

Active Shooter Situation at YouTube Headquarters

Multiple People Injured in Incident

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

SAN BRUNO, Calif.-Police in Northern California say they’re responding to an active shooter at YouTube headquarters. The San Bruno Police Department told people on Facebook to stay away from the area Tuesday. There was no other immediate information. Google, which owns the online video website, posted on Twitter that the company is coordinating with authorities. City Manager Connie Jackson says…

Comedy Coming to NorShor Stage

Lend Me a Tenor Premieres Thursday

April 3, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week a comedy is taking over the NorShor Theatre as performances of “Lend Me a Tenor” begin Thursday, April 5. Performances will run through Sunday, April 15. The comedy follows the Cleveland Grand Opera Company the night Tito Merelli, the world-famous Italian tenor (played by community artist, Jody Kujawa), is set to perform the starring role…

Karpeles Museum Presents “Milton’s Hell in Voice and Image”

April 3, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tonight, Tuesday, April 3, an exhibit is opening up at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum in Duluth depicting Milton’s Hell. Professor Karmen Lenz, Ph.D. will give a gallery talk introducing a multimedia art and video exhibit titled “Milton’s Hell in Voice and Image.” The video merges a spoken word reading of the language describing the epic struggle between…

Hollywood Comes to Marshall School

"Christmas Break-In" Will be Shooting at Marshall School Over the Next Several Weeks.

April 3, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Marshall School has been selected as the location for an independent film being shot over the next several weeks. The Utah based movie company Koan, Inc., selected Marshall School and Duluth for their new movie “Christmas Break-In” based on their need for a school blanketed in snow. The movie will star Danny Glover, Denise Richards, and Cameron…

Healthy Vibes Provides Nutritional Fast Food

The family owned restaurant provides community members with nutritional plans.

April 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

CHISHOLM-Minn.- Healthy Vibes is a family owned shop, giving the community nutritional help. Leo Lambert and his wife are the owners of Healthy Vibes. “People can come in and get what we call a healthy burger fries and shake,” Leo said. The most popular items on the menu, are dessert flavored smoothies packed with high nutritional value. “You can’t always…

DHS Finds Suspected Phone Spying in Washington

The Agency Does not Know who Might Have Been Operating Them.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)(AP) – For the first time, the U.S. government is publicly acknowledging the existence in Washington of what appear to be rogue devices that foreign spies and criminals could be using to track individual cellphones and intercept calls and messages. The eavesdropping devices are known as cellphone-site simulators. Their suspected use by foreign powers has long been…

Two Western Wisconsin Nursing Homes Announce Closures

The Facilities Will Have 120 Days to Relocate Residents.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) – Two western Wisconsin nursing homes are closing because of low Medicaid rates. Wisconsin Public Radio reports that Dallas Care & Rehab in Barron County and Syverson Rehab and Health in Eau Claire notified state officials last month of their plans to close. The facilities will have 120 days to relocate residents once the state approves…

Madison Father Killed Adult son, Himself

This is Madison's First Homicide in 2018.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Authorities say a Madison man killed his adult son before taking his own life. The Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the father and son as 58-year-old Timothy Thorland and 33-year-old Andrew Thorland. Police say the shooting took place in a bedroom at their Madison home Sunday about 6 a.m. Madison Police Chief Mike Koval says…

Polaris Fined $27M for Failing to Report Vehicle Problems

The Agency Contends Polaris had Received Reports of 150 Fires.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota-based Polaris Industries will pay a more than $27 million civil penalty to settle two 2016 late-reporting claims involving defective recreational vehicles. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said Monday the settlement involves models of Polaris’ RZR and Ranger recreational off-road vehicles that contained defects. The Star Tribune reports the agency contends that Polaris knew some RZR 2013…

Report: Midwest Business Conditions Index Rose Again

Survey Organizers say a Score Above 50 Suggests Growth.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) – A report says a business conditions index for nine Midwest and Plains states has surged again – a sign of continued improvement in regional economic conditions. The report released Monday says the Mid-America Business Conditions Index hit 62.1 in March, compared with 59.7 in February. The January figure was 57.3. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss oversees…

Oklahoma Teachers Demand Funding for Second day

Some Educators in Oklahoma say Latest Salary Increase Isn’t Good Enough.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – Hundreds of teachers have crammed into the Oklahoma Capitol for a second day chanting to press demands for additional funding for the state’s public schools. Schools across the state are closed Tuesday to honor the teacher walkout. Thousands of teachers and supporters surrounded the Capitol on Monday. Teachers in Kentucky also protested Monday over…

No Charges After Sheriff Accidentally Leaves gun at School

The Sheriff's gun was Found by a Sixth Grader in a Bathroom Stall.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

SHEPHERD, Mich. (AP) – Prosecutors say no charges will be filed against a county sheriff who accidentally left a loaded service weapon in a Michigan school gym locker room. The Mecosta County prosecutor’s office recently made the determination after being asked to review the case by the Michigan attorney general’s office. Isabella County Sheriff Michael Main apologized after leaving his…

Duluth K.E.Y Zone Program Keeps Kids Active During Spring Break

K.E.Y Zone is an After School Porgram Collaboration Between Duluth YMCA and Duluth Public Schools.

April 3, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kids may not have school this week, but parents still have work. Luckily the K.E.Y Zone program makes life a little easier for those working parents. K.E.Y Zone is an after school program available to any student, kindergarten through fifth grade, attending any of the nine Duluth elementary schools. It is a collaborative between the Duluth YMCA…

Polls Open in Wisconsin for Supreme Court Race

Both candidates argue the other can't be trusted to serve as an independent voice on the state's highest court.

April 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Polls are open in the Wisconsin race for the state Supreme Court. Voters are casting their ballots Tuesday in the race between Milwaukee County Judge Rebecca Dallet and Sauk County Judge Michael Screnock for a 10-year term on the high court. Dallet drew the support of national Democrats, including former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder and…

Man On Probation For DWI Kills Self, 2 Others In Alcohol-Related I-35 Crash

Driver Was Going Wrong Way On Interstate Before Accident

April 2, 2018

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man on probation for a 2016 drunken driving conviction is now dead along with two others in a wrong-way alcohol-related crash on Interstate 35 in Duluth. The accident happened 1 a.m. Monday on southbound I-35 near 40th Avenue West. The Minnesota State Patrol says a 1997 Toyota 4Runner was traveling north in those southbound lanes…

Seeking Understanding of Life Under Frozen Lakes

Researchers say the seasons are connected – and climate change is playing a role in the changing ecology here.

April 2, 2018

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. – Researchers from the University of Minnesota Duluth are making breakthroughs in how we understand our frozen lakes in winter. But sometimes there are more questions than answers. “It’s harder to work in the winter,” explains Dr. Ted Ozersky, Assistant Professor of Biology at UMD. “Things freeze; it’s cold; it’s not as fun as hanging out in the…

Duluth Parents Share Raising Children on Vegan Diet

By definition vegan is a person who doesn't eat meat or use animal products.

April 2, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- You’ve heard it before, nutritionists recommending we include more plant based foods in our diets. For some that challenge can be difficult, to put down the fast food or burger, but for one Duluth family going vegan is the way of life. By definition vegan is a person who doesn’t eat meat or use animal products. For the Naus…

Duluth Public Library Hosts Events for Kids

A pajama reading party was held Monday night

April 2, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – With it being Spring Break for the little ones, families may be looking for things to do to keep them busy. The Duluth Public Library has programming events planned for the kids this week, like story times and movie showings. On Monday, they held a pajama reading party party “We love to have events, especially in the evening…

Transmutation: Art of Love and Growth Exhibit Opens at Zeitgeist

The exhibit features work from Duluth artist Eric Dubnicka

April 2, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new art display is on the walls at the Zeitgeist Arts Building today. The abstract art display is called “Transmutation: Art of Love and Growth.” It celebrates the themes of love and personal growth within the human experience. Duluth artist Eric Dubnicka is be creator of the exhibit. “I’m kind of allowing the person to establish the…

Public Health Workers Inform Community of Available Resources

The first week of April is Public Health Week

April 2, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Do you feel fully aware of what public health offers the community? Nurses around Duluth are out and about making sure. Monday kicks off Public Health Week Professionals in the medical field are aiming to give more information on topics that can cause confusion, such as diabetes and asthma. “It’s also great to be able to say what we…

Aquarium Hosts First Community Day Event

Aquarium admission and parking were free for residents of Duluth and college students on Monday.

April 2, 2018

Mariah Janos,

DULUTH, Minn.- An initiative to give locals free access to major tourist attractions around Duluth kicked off today at the lake superior aquarium. It’s called “Community Day.” Mayor Larson started it as a way for local attractions to give back to the community by letting Duluth residents and college students in free for the day. The kick–off was deemed a…

Superior Police Looking for Missing Juvenile

Asking for public's help.

April 2, 2018

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Minn. – The Superior Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing female juvenile. Yasmina Terrell was last seen on March 26th. She was wearing a Denver Broncos jacket and tan shoes. Yasmina is about 5’10, 135 pounds with brown hair and purple dye and brown eyes. If you see Yasmina or have any information about…

Minor Train Derailment Near Mt. Iron

There were no reported injuries.

April 2, 2018

Site Staff,

MT. IRON, Minn. – Yesterday, Canadian National Railroad Police reported a minor train derailment to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. A train traveling southbound near Mt. Iron had three cars carrying iron ore derail. There were no injuries due to the incident. All of the cars remained upright with no loss of material. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office…

One Injured, One Killed in Cloquet Fire

The Fire Remains Under Investigation

April 2, 2018

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – According to the Cloquet Fire Department a Saturday morning fire resulted in the death of one occupant and non-life threatening injuries to another. The Cloquet Fire Department responded to a fire at 248 Tyler Drive in Cloquet around 2:00 am Saturday morning. One of the occupants was able to escape the home and another was found unresponsive…

Two Adults, Toddler Killed in Wrong-Way Crash in Duluth

The head on collision happened near 40th Avenue West early this morning.

April 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man on probation for a 2016 drunken driving conviction is now dead along with two others in a wrong-way alcohol-related crash on Interstate 35 in Duluth. The accident happened 1 a.m. Monday on southbound I-35 near 40th Avenue West. The Minnesota State Patrol says a 1997 Toyota 4Runner was traveling north in those southbound lanes…

Winona man Charged in Stolen Semi Pursuit

Officers chased the semi for 50 miles through at least seven communities.

April 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

WINONA, Minn. (AP) – A Winona man is accused of leading police on a chase in a stolen semi that went on for 50 miles through at least seven Minnesota communities. A criminal complaint charging Michael Kronebush with assault with a dangerous weapon and fleeing from police says he rammed the semi into squad cars at least twice during the…

Antacids, Antibiotics for Infants Linked to Later Allergies

The researchers analyzed health records of nearly 800,000 U.S. kids covered by a military insurance program.

April 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP) – A new large study suggests infants who are given antacids like Zantac or Pepcid are more likely to develop childhood allergies, perhaps because these drugs may alter their gut bacteria. Early use of antibiotics also raised the chances of allergies. The researchers analyzed health records of nearly 800,000 U.S. kids covered by a military insurance program. They couldn’t…

BOOM! Circus to Bring Family Fun to Duluth

April 2, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – As we transition to Spring, The Duluth Playhouse has a full agenda of fun for Northland kids and some of that fun is taking place this weekend. BOOM! Circus is coming to Duluth to entertain families. They’re performing Saturday, April 7 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The duo performs masked theater to portray a cast of…

Annual Rummage Sale to Fill Heritage Sports Center

Coffee Conversation: 3rd Annual Arena Rummage Sale

April 2, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – One man’s trash may become another man’s treasure this weekend. The 3rd Annual Arena Rummage Sale is taking place on Saturday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Heritage Sports Center. This is considered the largest indoor rummage sale in Northeastern Minnesota. For more information head to www.arenarummagesale.com. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Features,…

China Raises Tariffs on US pork, Fruit in Trade Dispute

The government of President Xi Jinping said Monday it was responding to a U.S. tariff hike on steel and aluminum.

April 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andy Wong)BEIJING (AP) – China has raised import duties on a $3 billion list of U.S. pork, apples and other products in an escalating dispute with Washington over trade and industrial policy. The government of President Xi Jinping said Monday it was responding to a U.S. tariff hike on steel and aluminum. But that is just one facet of…

Lack of Funding Could Shut Down Suicide Crisis Line

Weber says the center needs about $970,000 annually to operate.

April 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

RICHFIELD, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s suicide crisis hotline could be shut down next month unless funding is found. Crisis Connection is the only center in Minnesota that takes calls from the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Manager Laura Weber says the Richfield center will be forced to start shutting down May 21 unless it can find financial backing. The St. Paul…

Minnesota Shooting Teams Grow Despite gun law Protests

The Post Bulletin reports that the Minnesota State High School Clay Targets League added 15 to 20 teams this year.

April 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Joe Ahlquist/The Rochester Post-Bulletin via AP)ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) – A growing number of students in Minnesota are participating in competitive shooting as young people across the U.S. push for stricter gun laws. The Post Bulletin reports that the Minnesota State High School Clay Targets League added 15 to 20 teams this year. John Nelson is vice president of the USA…

One Dead in Morning Crash on I-35

Incident Remains Under Investigation

April 2, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Monday morning a fatal crash occurred on I-35 in Duluth near the 40th Ave. W. exit around 1:00 a.m. One person is confirmed dead, but authorities have not released how many people were involved in the crash. The crash caused a Southbound lane to be closed at one point, but all lanes are clear and open now….

Thrift Store Opening at Former Duluth Video Vision

Store Owners Hope to Raise Money for Cancer Survivors

April 1, 2018

Nikki Davidson,

The doors will be re-opening at the former Video Vision store in West Duluth tomorrow morning as a pair of women officially kick off the start of a new business all centered on good deeds. Two women that have been working together in thrift stores for more than ten years are starting a thrift store of their own named “Soul…

Duluth Bike Swap Accepting Donations

Bike Swap Will Be on April 21 and 22 at Continental Ski and Bike

April 1, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth bike swap is now accepting donations for their 2018 fundraiser. You can drop off bikes any day until April 21st at Continental Ski and Bike on East First Street in Duluth. Organizers are hoping to collect about seven-hundred bikes. They will be sold on April 21st and 22nd. Proceeds will be donated to the Head of…

Duluth Folk School Hosts Class on Keeping Cutting Tools Sharp

Sharpen Up is a class that teaches people to their tools and cutlery themselves

April 1, 2018

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School was still active with classes on Easter Sunday. The folk school hosted the class “Sharpen Up” taught by local woodworker Clancy Ward. Ward went through some of the basics to getting knives, cutlery and tools as sharp as they can be, without having to bring them to a professional. “A lot of people take…