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
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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…
(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…
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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, 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…
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…
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…
DULUTH, Minn. –To a group gathered on the steps of Duluth’s City Hall, Duluth DFL Chair Katie Humphrey says some rallies and marches she and a few others have planned are not to spread hatred for President Donald Trump, upon his arrival in Duluth tomorrow. “So this is not so much as a protest to Trump as it is a…
DULUTH, Minn. –Phase One of the Superior Street reconstruction project in Duluth is still on schedule. At a meeting that was open to the public, city leaders discuss the current status of the project. The water main has been installed and now they are working to install a hot water line. Crews are also in the process of removing old…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health issued multiple beach advisories on Tuesday following recent heavy rainfall and flood conditions throughout the area. The following advisories are in place due to elevated E.coli bacteria levels that have been identified from recent samples and indicate the possible presence of fecal contamination. The beaches listed on the advisory list are: Agate…
(AP) WASHINGTON (AP) – Ambassador Nikki Haley says the United States is withdrawing from the U.N. Human Rights Council, calling it “an organization that is not worthy of its name.” Haley is President Donald Trump’s envoy to the United Nations. She says a year ago she made clear the U.S. would stay in the council only if “essential reforms were…
(AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)DULUTH, Minn. – Large crowds and long lines are expected for the Trump Rally at the Amsoil Arena on Wednesday. To help things go a little smoother for attendees DECC officials have released a list of security details for the event: SCHEDULE: Doors open at 3:30pm. Rally begins at 6:30. President Trump will speak for approximately one hour….
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson has joined with 20 other Democratic attorneys general nationwide in demanding that the Trump administration end a “zero tolerance” policy that has resulted in children being separated from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border. The state prosecutors say in a letter to U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Homeland Security…
DULUTH, Minn. – The U.S. Coast Guard is setting up harbor security measures ahead of President Trump’s visit to Duluth on Wednesday. According to the U.S Coast Guard two security zones will be in effect on northern and central portions of the Duluth-Superior Harbor including the Duluth Ship Canal, East Gate Basin, and around the Blatnik Bridge. The two zones…
DULUTH, Minn. – Demolition crews had a close call today when a large excavator tipped backwards. Crews were busy demolishing a condemned house at 2006 West 4th Street when the accident happened. Officials confirm that no one was injured in the incident and no other property was damaged. Categories: News, News – Latest News
(Jake May/The Flint Journal-MLive.com via AP)ASHLAND, Wis. (AP) – Michigan’s governor has issued disaster declarations for two counties in the state’s Upper Peninsula that suffered flooding damage due to heavy rains. Gov. Rick Snyder’s office says the Monday orders will allow the National Guard to deploy to Houghton and Menominee counties to help with road repairs. The declaration also allows…
ASHLAND, Wis. (AP) – Authorities have attributed another death in Wisconsin to the storms that caused widespread flooding in the Upper Midwest. The Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office says severe thunderstorms toppled a large oak tree onto a camper on Lake Chetac, killing a man inside and injuring a woman and two young children Sunday. The man is identified as 55-year-old…
ST. JAMES, Minn. (AP) – A southern Minnesota man has been charged in the fatal shootings of his wife and her adult daughter from a previous marriage. The Star Tribune reports that 59-year-old Scott Engelbrecht was charged with two counts of murder and one count of assault with a dangerous weapon Monday in Watonwan County. A criminal complaint says Engelbrecht…
(AP) MOUNT PLEASANT, Wis. (AP) – American Transmission Co. has purchased land to build a proposed electrical substation for the massive Foxconn Technology Group complex in southeast Wisconsin. The Kenosha News reports that ATC confirmed Monday that it purchased 33 acres of land in Mount Pleasant for $2.4 million. The utility plans to add lines between Kenosha County and Racine…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A bill containing a provision from Sen. Tina Smith to complete a land exchange between PolyMet Mining Corp. and the federal government has cleared the Senate. The Minnesota Democrat’s amendment is part of a big defense bill that passed 85-10 Monday. PolyMet needs the land for its planned copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota. The company would get…
Veterans Memorial Hall, a program of the St. Louis County Historical Society, announces its next event in the local history discussion series, “History in a Pint.” The presentation titled, “Finding Loren: Preserving the Legacy of 1st Lt. Loren E. Hintz,” will take place at Carmody Irish Pub and Brewing, and will begin at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday evening. The event is…
When we think of food drives the holidays may come to mind for many, however it’s important to note food donations are needed year round by our local food shelves. That’s why Superior Choice Credit Union is looking to help throughout the month of June. Categories: Business, News, News – Latest News
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DULUTH, Minn. – Two Duluth students won first place in the Junior Group Exhibit category at the national finals for the National History Day Contest at the University of Maryland, College Park on June 14. Colin McShane and Chase Baumgarten took the top prize with their project titled, The U.S. Government vs. the Reserve Mining Company: A Compromise of Environment…
DULUTH, Minn. – To prepare for President Trump’s visit, a group of Duluthians are helping organizations plan peaceful demonstrations in reaction to his presence. They call themselves “Forward Coalition” and are making banners tonight to promote what they call “Duluth Values.” They do not support the president’s actions. “As a coalition what we’re interested in is not protesting Trump and…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota State Fair announced its 2018 Official New Foods list this morning. The State Fair added 27 new foods this year bringing the total to nearly 500 foods at 300 concession locations throughout the fair grounds. The extensive live offers new eats like General Tso Chicken Tacos and Pepperoni Chips with Roasted Red Pepper Queso. Here…
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Governor Scott Walker declared a state of emergency in Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, and Iron counties Monday. Storms that produced torrential rain, damaging wind, and large hail has caused widespread damage in those areas. That severe weather caused people to be evacuated, downed trees and power lines, mudslides, and flash flooding, and issues with roads and bridges. Monday in Superior…
WISCONSIN,- After heavy rain over the weekend, major flooding continues to cause problems across the Northland for both travelers and homeowners. It was a big weekend for tourism in the Northland, many campers came prepared with rain gear and made the most out of a wet weekend. “I’m sure it doesn’t happen very often where it overflows that much,” camper…
AMNICON LAKE, Wis- Residents are jumping in the high waters to help ensure no more damage is done from the recent downpour of rain. Water levels are extremely high at Amnicon Lake. The docks are submerged underwater and to ensure pieces don’t drift away nearby homeowners piled up the pieces ashore. “Well this dock was floating away, it’s the campgrounds dock…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Smoked fish. It’s a North Woods tradition. Rebecca Swanson and her daughters Ashleigh and Callie are the women behind Lou’s Fish House in Two Harbors. “We are world famous smoked fish,” Ashleigh explains. “So we want to bring that to everyone in town and the surrounding area.” They’re not open yet, but they’re already smoking fish…
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CARLTON, Minn. – High water levels made for some great views of the St. Louis Rive in Jay Cooke State Park. Families walked across the swinging bridge over the river gorge, capturing photos and great memories. “It’s pretty amazing,” said Thomas Gradine while visiting the park. “I’ve never been down here after it’s rained this much and back when we…
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. – Significant flooding problems continue in parts of Minnesota. Many roads are washed out and impassable in southeastern Carlton County. Some of those roads are expected to be closed for quite some time. Highway 23 near Holyoke has been completely washed away in one spot. About ten county roads and more township roads are also closed. Carlton…
South Shore School summer school program – Will have class, but no busing Categories: News, News – Latest News, School Closings, Weather
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Federal officials say a pathologist fired from an Arkansas veterans hospital for being “impaired on duty” misdiagnosed seven cases and that around 33,000 additional cases are being reviewed. The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks said Monday one error may have led to a death. Spokeswoman Wanda Shull says seven errors were found among…
ASHLAND, Wis. – District Attorney Gary King released a report on Monday concluding that City of Ashland Police Officers Ty Juoni and Steven Goodlet were justified in their use of force against Neville Walker in the October 23, 2017 shooting. The two officers were placed on administrative leave after the shooting that took place in Ashland on the 400 block…
(AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File)UNITED NATIONS (AP) — There are over 1 billion firearms in the world today, including 857 million in civilian hands — with American men and women the dominant owners, according to a study released Monday. The Small Arms Survey says 393 million of the civilian-held firearms, 46 percent, are in the United States, which is “more than…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Public safety officials are raising concerns following a deadly weekend on Minnesota roads that saw nearly a dozen fatal crashes, with nearly half involving motorcyclists. The Minnesota State Patrol says the Friday through Sunday stretch is the deadliest on Minnesota roads since 2016, killing 11 people. Five deaths came from motorcycle crashes and one involved…
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. – Many roadways throughout Wisconsin remain closed due to weekend flooding. An updated road closure map was posted on the douglascountywi.org website highlighting areas that are still not accessible to motorists. As of 1:00 p.m. Monday 511wi.org posted a list of current road closures: City of Superior Woodlawn at Nemadji River Town of Amnicon Middle River Rd…
(REUTERS/Carlo Allegri)NEW YORK (Reuters) – Only a quarter of U.S. adults in a recent survey could fully identify factual statements – as opposed to opinion – in news stories, the Pew Research Center found in a study released on Monday. The survey comes amid growing concerns about so-called fake news spread on the internet and social media. The term generally…
DULUTH, Minn. – According to the National Weather Service in Duluth and local law enforcement, the Radigan Flowage Dam west of Dairyland is likely to fail this afternoon. If the dam breaks this will cause flash flooding downstream, as the Tamarack River flows towards the Saint Croix River. Locations impacted include: Town Road T west of Dairyland Swedish Highway at…
(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is resolving partisan redistricting cases from Wisconsin and Maryland without ruling on the broader issue of whether electoral maps can give an unfair advantage to a political party. The justices unanimously ruled against Wisconsin Democrats who challenged legislative districts that gave Republicans a huge edge in the state legislature….
