Midday Update 6-18-18
Local News and Weather Headlines for Monday, June 18, 2018
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, Local, midday update, News, weather, William Seay
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Minnesota Regulators Near Decision on Disputed oil Pipeline
two Days of Arguments Start Monday
(Richard Tsong-Taatarii/Star Tribune via AP File)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota regulators open two days of final arguments Monday on whether they should approve Enbridge Energy’s proposal for replacing its deteriorating Line 3 crude oil pipeline from Canada across Minnesota. The plan has aroused intense opposition from tribal and climate-change activists who are encouraging supporters to pack the hearing room. Some opponents…
Deputy Pulls Woman From Sinking car in Minnesota Lake
Toso's Injuries not Life-Threatening
ALEXANDRIA, Minn. (AP) – A deputy went into a central Minnesota lake to rescue a woman from her sinking car. The Douglas County sheriff’s office says it happened Saturday night in a construction zone on Interstate 94 near Lake Latoka, southwest of Alexandria. The sheriff’s office says 76-year-old Beverly Toso, of Hoffman, couldn’t stop in time before she drove off…
Visit Cook County for New and Exciting Adventures this Summer
Linda Jurek, Executive Director of Visit Cook County, Offers Multiple Upcoming Events for Visitors to Check Out this Summer
DULUTH, Minn. – Summer in the Northland can be one of the most beautiful times of the year and up the North Shore, there’s no shortage of entertainment when it comes to celebrating what the area has to offer. Linda Jurek, Executive Director of Visit Cook County, stopped by FOX 21 Local News to chat about a few upcoming events…
Flooded Ashland County Roadway Leaves one Dead
The Incident Remains Under Investigation
ASHLAND COUNTY, Wis. – Authorities in Ashland County have reported one flood related death. According to the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, a report of a ditched truck was called in early Sunday morning. The truck was seen in the ditch on County Trunk E just south of County Trunk C in the Township of White River. Authorities that arrived on…
Coffee Conversation: Summer Food Access Program
The Summer Food Access Program is Organized by the Duluth Area Family YMCA
The Duluth Area Family YMCA is once again participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), providing students across the community with nutritious meals while school is out. Organizers say meals will be provided to all enrolled children (18 years of age and younger) without charge. Meals will be provided on a first come, first serve basis at the sites…
American Spirit Free From Duluth Superior Harbor
DULUTH, Minn. – Coast Guard officials have confirmed the nearly 1,000 foot vessel floated free from the bottom of the harbor at roughly 10 p.m. last night. This happened because the water level rose in the harbor after torrential rains over the weekend. Around 3:30 p.m. on Sunday afternoon the vessel ran aground in the Duluth Superior Harbor. An examination…
Morning Update 6-18-18
Local News and Weather Headlines for Monday, June 18, 2018
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, Flooding, Local News, morning update, Update, weather, William Seay, wisconsin
American Spirit Ship Runs Aground Near Canal Park
The Coast Guard Is Monitoring the Situation
An unusual scene for people in Canal Park Sunday afternoon, when a nearly 1,000 foot ship ran aground just short of the break wall in Duluth. It happened around 3:30 p.m. Sunday, the Coast Guard says the American Spirit was departing the Duluth harbor fully loaded with taconite when it ran aground while attempting to turn out of the harbor….
Big Manitou Falls Roars at Pattison Park
Spectators said it was the biggest they've seen the waterfall
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Big Manitou Falls in Pattison Park south of Superior was quite the spectacle today. Dozens of people gathered in the park and on Highway 35 watching the roaring water topple over the falls and down the Black River. “I’ve never seen this much rain and the falls being this big my whole life, even my dad has…
State of Emergency Declared in Several Wisconsin Counties Due to Flooding
Many roads and highways are washed out and collapsed
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A state of emergency has been declared in Douglas, Bayfield, Ashland, and Iron Counties in Wisconsin, and Gogebic County in Michigan because of severe flooding across that area. More than a foot of rain is estimated to have fallen in some parts of Northern Wisconsin since Saturday. One local emergency management official says this weekend’s flooding has…
Man Boards Wrong Bus, Accidentally Runs Full Grandma’s Marathon
Sean Elmquist was signed up to run the half, finished the full
DULUTH, Minn. – Some people train months before running their first marathon, but one Duluth man ran and finished the 42nd annual Grandma’s Marathon by accident. Sean Elmquist was planning to run the half marathon, but he boarded the wrong bus and was taken to the full marathon starting line instead. “Then I got this really sinking feeling like I…
FOX 21 Team Members Run Grandma’s Marathon, Half Marathon
Nikki Davidson ran the full, Haydee Clotter and Lauren Leigh ran the half
DULUTH, Minn. – Some familiar faces from the FOX 21 news team ran in Grandma’s Marathon and the Gary Bjorkand Half Marathon. Nikki Davidson finished the full marathon as a charity runner for Northern Lights Foundation. She raised $840 for the non-profit that helps families with children with life threatening illnesses. Meanwhile, Lauren Leigh and Haydee Clotter ran the half…
West Duluth Menards Floods During Severe Thurnderstorms
Store remained open and is fully operational
DULUTH, Minn. – Menards in West Duluth was flooded during Friday’s severe thunderstorm. About two feet of water filled the store’s garden center and bout four feet of standing water was outside the doors. “It was scary,” said assistant general manager Theo Hill. “We had twenty plus team members sandbagging all the doors at that point before it came in…
Medical Tent Volunteers Provide Grandma’s Marathon Safety
About 400 medical volunteers staff the marathon ever year
DULUTH, Minn. – Volunteer physicians, nurses, athletic trainers, and physical therapists staff the Grandma’s Marathon medical tent every year. They treat many conditions like muscle cramping, stress fractures, and runners feeling too hot or too cold. The medical director tells us this year’s race had some of the fewest medical visits they’ve ever had. “Most of the medical issues at…
Thousands of Grandma’s Volunteers Make Race Run Smoothly
About 6,000 volunteers make the race happen each year
DULUTH, Minn. – There were some great conditions along the race course for the thousands of Grandma’s Marathon volunteers. We checked in with some of them stationed just before the twenty-three mile mark along London Road in Duluth. Water volunteer John Schuldt has run the marathon and half marathon before and can empathize with the runners’s conditions as they pass…
Heavy Rain Pours Down In the Northland, Flooding Some Areas
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning until Sunday for a section of Northeast Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn. – Heavy rain has been pouring down in many parts of the Northland throughout the day. So much rain has fallen some places, that flooding has become a problem. This is what the area near 27th Avenue West in Duluth looked like this afternoon with high water flowing on the streets. The heavy rain didn’t stop some people…
Last Minute Preps Happening at Marathon Starting Line
DULUTH, Minn. –It’s almost race day for Grandma’s Marathon, and there is still plenty of work ahead for employees and volunteers alike. At the starting line just outside of Two Harbors, the Sonju car dealership has once again allowed the Grandma’s crew to use their lot for the festivities. Volunteer David Olson says there are still tents and tables and…
Behind the Scenes of the Spaghetti Feed
Overall nearly 8,000 plates of food will be served.
DULUTH, Minn.- The annual Michelina’s Spaghetti Feed has been feeding the Northland before grandma’s marathon since 1977. The spaghetti feast helps runners carb up before the big race, but everyone is welcome to enjoy the all you can eat meal. The line starts around 10 a.m. and doors are open until 9 p.m. Overall nearly 8,000 plates of food will…
Kara Goucher Returns to Duluth for Gary Bjorkland half marathon
The Olympic medalist tells us, she will be giving it her all tomorrow but is racing to have fun.
DULUTH, Minn.- After experiencing races around the world a two time Olympian is raving of Grandma’s Marathon. Two time Olympian and Duluth native Kara Goucher is back and excited to take-off at the starting line. It’s the third year Goucher has participated in Grandma’s Marathon. Goucher says she grew up cheering on loved ones running and volunteering for the event….
Evening Update: 6-15-2018
A look at the latest local news and weather forecast
Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: DULUTH NEWS
Trump Changes Duluth Rally Venue
The Rally Will now be Held at the Amsoil Arena
(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)DULUTH, Minn. – President Donald Trump will be stopping in Duluth next week, however the venue for his scheduled appearance has changed. According to his official website, Trump will now be holding his campaign rally at the Amsoil Arena on June 20. The Amsoil Arena can hold approximately 7,000 people while the DECC can house approximately 4,400. Trump’s…
Boy Tells Police That Driver Shot his Family in Road Rage run-in
one boy has Died From his Injuries
(AP Photo/David Zalubowski) DENVER (AP) — A 12-year-old boy told police he saw a driver open fire on his family during a road rage confrontation in Colorado, killing his older brother and critically wounding his mother and younger brother, authorities said Friday. Police arrested Jeremy Webster, 23, hours after the shooting that killed a 13-year-old boy and also wounded a…
Nelly Performing at Bayfront Park in August
Tickets Available now
DULUTH, Minn. – Nelly is coming to Duluth this summer. The multi-platinum, Grammy award-winning rap superstar has been added to the Tyler Farr Show that is coming to Bayfront Festival Park on August 2. The gates will open at 5:00 p.m. with music starting at 5:15 p.m. Tickets are available online at twinportsnightlife.com or in person at Electric Fetus and…
Heavy Storms Leave Thousands Without Power
High Levels of Standing Water Reported in West Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – Heavy thunderstorms continue to cause flooding and power outages throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin this afternoon. As of 3:00 p.m. power outage maps in the area reported: Minnesota Power has approximately 1,900 customers impacted. Lake Country Power has approximately 315 customers impacted. Xcel Energy has approximately 3,400 customers impacted. High levels of standing water in areas of West…
Kellogg Recalls Honey Smacks Because of Salmonella Potential
Consumers Advised to Throw the Cereal Away
photo courtesy: CNNBATTLE CREEK, Mich. (AP) – The Kellogg Company is voluntarily recalling some of its Honey Smacks cereal after salmonella infected 73 people in 31 states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says most of the outbreaks were in California, Massachusetts, New York and Pennsylvania. The recall affects 15.3-ounce packages with the UPS Code 3800039103 and 23-ounce packages…
UPDATE: One Victim in Cable Home Explosion Dies From Injuries
Joyce Reidl has Died From Burns and Injuries
CABLE, Wis. –According to an update from the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office Joyce Reidl has died from her injuries sustained from the home explosion yesterday evening. At this time there is no update on the condition of her husband, Raymond Reidl. According to the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office, a home explosion in Cable has left a husband and wife with…
Power Outages Reported Throughout Area
Severe Thunder Storms Hit Northland
DULUTH, Minn.-Multiple power outages are being reported throughout the Northland as the area deals with severe storms. More than 4,000 customers are without power in the Duluth area. Check back at this website from Minnesota Power for more updates: http://outagemap.mnpower.com/external/default.html. FROM CLOQUET POLICE: CAFD and CPD are aware of several electrical transformer explosions, causing a power outage in many parts of…
Ex-Burnsville Teacher Gets Jail Time for sex With Student
he is Scheduled for a Jury Trial July 9
BURNSVILLE, Minn. – The ex-Burnsville high school teacher accused of having sex with a 16-year-old student and sending nude photos of himself to another student is getting jail time. Fox 9 reports, Erik Akervik, 29, will also serve 30 days in jail every year he is on probation, pay a fine and register as a predatory offender, officials said. Those…
Midday Update 6-15-18
Local News and Weather Headlines for Friday, June 15, 2018
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, Headlines, Local, mining, News, PolyMet, Update, weather, William Seay
Illness Tied to Produce Worsening in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Both States are Investigatin an Outbreak of Cyclospora
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota and Wisconsin health officials say a growing number of people are falling ill to infections linked to fresh produce. Both states are investigating an outbreak in infections caused by Cyclospora, a parasite commonly found in developing countries. Officials have confirmed 30 Wisconsin and 20 Minnesota cases linked to Del Monte brand vegetable trays. The Minnesota Department…
Judge Jails ex-Trump Campaign Chair Manafort Ahead of Trial
Paul Manafort is Going to Jail
(AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman is going to jail. Paul Manafort was ordered into custody Friday after a federal judge revoked his house arrest, citing newly filed obstruction of justice charges. The move by U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson came after prosecutors accused Manafort and a longtime associate of witnesses tampering. Prosecutors say…
Active Adventures: Starting Line Etiquette
FOX 21's William Seay Speaks with the Starting Line Coordinator from Grandma's Marathon
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21 Meteorologist William Seay speaks with Two Harbors Chamber President Janelle Bianco Jones. Jones is also the Starting Line Coordinator for Grandma’s Marathon. She tells FOX 21 it’s important to make sure you don’t bring any bags with you to the starting line because you’ll be asked to discard them. Jones say…
Flooding Continues in Gogebic County
GOGEBIC COUNTY, Mich. – Authorities in Gogebic County continue to report flooding in and around Ironwood, Bessemer, and Wakefield. Reports state that three to four inches of rain have fallen since early this morning impacting multiple roads, including Highway 2, in Ironwood. An update from MDOT state that Highway 2 has now re-opened between Curry Street and Lowell Street. Other…
Screen Printing with Passion, Exploring Flagship Duluth
Flagship Duluth Opened Three Weeks Ago and is Located at 345 South Lake Avenue in Duluth's Canal Park
DULUTH, Minn. – When it comes to buying clothes, many customers don’t often think about how much work truly goes into designing and printing. Newly opened Flagship Duluth is looking to expand, and give you the chance to experience the screen printing process. Ian Scherber is the owner of Duluth Screen Printing and Flagship. He recently had the chance to purchase…
Grandma’s Marathon Charity Partner: Running for the Cure
Scleroderma is a chronic tissue disease, which has no cure.
DULUTH, Minn.- There are over a dozen charity partners with Grandma’s Marathon, but this year one man is starting a first-time charity to honor his wife. Runners are raising money for the Scleroderma Foundation, for team Carole. Scleroderma is a chronic tissue disease, which has no cure. Kevin Berg is organizing a fundraiser to help find a cure, now nearly…
Riders Plunge 34 Feet, Others Hurt in Roller Coaster Derail
The Cause of the Incident is Still Unknown
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) – Authorities say two riders fell 34 feet to the ground when a roller coaster derailed and eight others had to be pulled to safety high above the Daytona Beach Boardwalk. Daytona Beach Fire spokeswoman Sasha Staton says the front car came off the tracks Thursday night, and two of its four passengers suffered traumatic injuries…
Local Craft Beer Options for Father’s Day
Staff from Castle Danger Brewery and Blacklist Artisan Ales Show Local Craft Beer Options to Replace Common Domestic Flavors
DULUTH, Minn. – Trying to assemble a craft beer six pack for Pops? Consider these local beers based on what your dad enjoys this Father’s Day. Staff from Castle Danger Brewing and Blacklist Beers stopped by the FOX 21 Morning Show Friday to showcase a few great options if you’re looking to expand your taste for local brews. Domestics Castle…
China Announces Equal Penalties to Retaliate for US Tariffs
China Said it Will Impose Penalties of “Equal Strength” on U.S.
(AP Photo/Andy Wong)BEIJING (AP) — China’s government responded quickly to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff hike on Chinese goods by announcing Friday it will immediately impose penalties of “equal strength” on U.S. products. The Commerce Ministry said it also was scrapping deals to buy more American farm goods and other exports as part of efforts to defuse a sprawling dispute…
Home Explosion in Cable Injures two
The Cause of the Fire is Still Undetermined
CABLE, Wis. – According to the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office, a home explosion in Cable has left two residents with severe burns and other injuries. Thursday evening a neighbor of the residents reported a home explosion at 45975 S. Lake Owen Drive in the Township of Cable. The neighbor, Lee Wald, was able to help get one victim, Raymond Reidl,…
Morning Update 6-15-18
Local News and Weather Headlines for Friday, June 15, 2016
Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Headlines, Local, News, Update, weather
Superior School Bus Drivers Upset with District Changes
The bus drivers don't want to sign any contracts until they can talk with the incoming superintendent.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Bus drivers with the Superior School District are slamming the brakes on the district’s changes to operations. The changes involve where the buses are stored overnight and new non-breakable one–year work contracts. Emotions were high as bus drivers sounded off to Superior School District Superintendent Jana Stevens on Thursday. More than two dozen bus drivers showed up to…
“Fox & Friends” To Broadcast Live From Uncle Loui’s Cafe
DULUTH, Minn. – The Fox News Channel’s top–rated morning show “Fox & Friends” will be broadcasting live from Duluth next Thursday — the day after President Donald Trump holds his first rally at the DECC since the summit in Singapore with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The location for the broadcast is Uncle Loui’s Café on East 4th Street. The owner of Uncle Loui’s says having this exposure is an opportunity…
“Lake Avenue Live” Entertainment Coming To Canal Park
Organizers say it's a way to support music and arts in the community.
DULUTH, Minn. – Canal Park will be be buzzing with entertainment this weekend for “Lake Avenue Live.” Crews were out setting up tents to welcome 1,000 people on Friday night and twice as many on Saturday night. The planning for this event began in May and the crew started working at six this morning. At “Lake Avenue Live” you can…
Brace Yourself For Traffic Congestion and Street Closures
Traffic from Canal Park and Park Point will use Lake Avenue instead of 5th Avenue West like many have done in the past.
DULUTH, Minn. – With nearly 19,000 runners and thousands of spectators, traffic congestion and street closures will test the patience of some. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) tells us I–35 north in Duluth usually has the most congestion marathon weekend, especially at the end of the work day from 4 – 6 p.m. “If you’re local and you’re not planning to participate in the marathon…
Rockets Launched at St. Scholastica
DULUTH, Minn.-Rockets took to the air earlier today on the campus of St. Scholastica. It’s all part of program called “Shoot for the Stars” Summer Institute, which is a week long program where 30 students from Lincoln Park work on STEM projects including rockets. Those participating in the camp said this type of hands on learning really helps them understand…
Business Booming During Grandma’s Marathon
DULUTH, Minn.-With thousands of runners in town, that means business is booming. The Duluth Running Company says this is one of the busiest times of the year for them. Staff said most people coming in are looking for running clothing just before the race, along with nutritional items. They said most runners have their shoes worn in, but some runners…
Evening Update: 6-14-2018
A look at the latest local news and weather forecast
Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: duluth, News
New Breakfast Café to Open at the Endion Station
The Cafe Will Open July 7
DULUTH, Minn. – A new breakfast café is popping up next month at the Endion Station Public House in Canal Park. The café will be a collaboration between Duluth’s Best Bread and Endion. Many baked goods will be served up from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Friday through Sunday. Duluth’s Best Bread ownership told us they will also serve…
Veterans Service Office Moving in Duluth
the Building Buyer has not Been Named
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Veterans Service Office in Duluth is moving on June 25. The office is currently located at 405 E Superior St and will be moving to a new spot at the Village Mall Office Building on Burning Tree Road. Due to the move the service center will be closed June 21 and June 22….
