Dayton’s Budget Will Kick-Start Legislature’s tax Debate
Gov. Dayton is set to release his plan today.
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MNFire Campaign Focuses On Firefighter Wellness
Firefighter's Conference to be held at DECC
About 300 up-and-coming firefighters will be in Duluth this weekend, learning how to do the job of saving lives at a fire officer training school at the DECC. It’s a conference held every year in southern Minnesota, but due to popular demand the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association is hosting its second Fire Officer & Training Officer School. A second…
Weekend Spotlight: Mar. 16-18
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Historic West Theater Set to Open This Summer
The original 1937 theater originally seated 595 people.
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s original Art Deco Theater was established in 1937 and was a premiere theater until the 70’s and almost 50 years later it will open once again. Several showed up to Beaner’s Central in West Duluth to learn more about the renovation progress of the historic Theatre. Bob Boone is the owner of the Reader Weekly and is…
Bockfest Begins With Traditional Blessing of the Bock
The original recipe for Bock was entered into a national competition and was a first place winner.
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s day one of the 2018 Bockfest and the festivities began after the traditional blessing of the Bock. Some people have showed up for all 24 of the Bockfests. Organizers say it’s one of the best ways to welcome spring here in Duluth and the warm weather was just right. Someone was on hand caramelizing beer for guests….
Local Law Enforcement Increasing Presence For St. Paddy’s Day
There will be more officers from agencies in southern St. Louis County, Proctor and Hermantown Police and the Minnesota State Patrol on St. Paddy's Day.
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Paddy’s Day is the Duluth Police Department’s (DPD) second most dangerous DWI holiday after Labor Day. The Irish holiday is on March 17 and police want you to have fun, but also be safe, so you don’t land in the slammer. You’re encouraged to designate a sober driver or call Lyft or Uber. Police say the bottom line is don’t…
Duluth Mayor Shares Vision At State of the City Address
Mayor Larson also discussed the workforce development Duluth has seen during her address.
DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Emily Larson is looking toward the future and wants to let you know what’s in store for the coming year. She shared her vision in her State of the City at the NorShor Theatre. The location was a key theme in focusing on the city’s growing and thriving cultural community. The mayor also announced the launch…
Shannon Miller Awarded $3.74 Million in Discrimination Lawsuit Against UMD
Former UMD Women's Hockey Coach Declares Her Win a Victory for Women
DULUTH, Minn. – Victory for former UMD Women’s Hockey Coach Shannon Miller. She has won her federal case after she claimed in a lawsuit that her contract with the school was not renewed back in 2015 due to her gender and because she made complaints about equal treatment. After deliberating for about four hours, the jury awarded Miller about $3.7…
Lake Superior Zoo to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Zoo Offering Family Friendly Event on Saturday
DULUTH, Minn. – Looking for a family friendly St. Paddy’s Day? The Lake Superior Zoo has you covered. There’s a lucky leprechaun hunt all over the grounds and shamrock-themed items in the cafe. Keeper talks will be offered throughout the zoo including a special lion training session. “We really wanted to bring a family friendly event so that people can…
UMD Students Win Second Place in Clean Snowmobile Design Challenge
Students Created a Snowmobile That Runs Cleaner and Quieter Than Traditional Sleds
DULUTH, Minn. – UMD students recently got second place out of fifteen teams in a clean snowmobile design challenge. They showed off their prize-winning sled today and a diesel-powered snowmobile made by another UMD team. Students from different departments came together to fundraise, design, and build the quieter, more efficient machine. “It’s gaining real world experience hands on outside of…
Shannon Miller Discusses Her Victory in Lawsuit vs UMD
Miller Shared Her Feelings After the Case and What's Next for Her
DULUTH, Minn – Former UMD women’s hockey coach Shannon Miller won an anti-discrimination federal lawsuit against the University of Minnesota on Thursday. The jury — made up of eight women and four men — awarded Miller $3.74 million for sex discrimination and retaliation by UMD. Miller shared her thoughts after the trial with FOX 21 and what’s next for her…
Volunteers Clean-up Lake Superior Museum
The annual Spring Cleaning Day at the Lake Superior Maritime Museum brought in plenty of helping hands.
DULUTH, Minn.- Spring is in the air, on Thursday the Lake Superior Maritime Museum held its annual Spring Cleaning Day. Over 20 volunteers grabbed brooms and polish, making the Visitor Center at the Maritime Museum spick-and-span. One woman we spoke with loves the museum and volunteers every year to give back. “You learn a little bit every time you come,” volunteer…
Loll Designs Grants Check to COGGS
This is the fifth donation to COGGS totaling $135,000 over the five year partnership
DULUTH, Minn.- An outdoor furniture manufacturer in Duluth called Loll Designs is donating money to Cyclists of Gitchee Gumee Shores. The donation helps COGGS build multi–use trails n Duluth. Loll Designs is apart of a Patagonia group called One Percent of The Planet, dedicated to donating apercentage of sales to environmental organizations. On Thursday COGGS was granted a $25,000 check to help build…
Earth Rider Brewery Now Selling Beer in Cans
You can find Earth Rider beer in most major liquor stores in the Twin Ports.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Earth Rider Brewery in Superior started production last year, now you can purchase Earth Rider brews in stores just in time for the weekend. In Superior, Wisconsin there hasn’t been a beer canning operation since the 1960’s until now. Earth Rider Brewery is lining up cans to hit the shelves. The new canning line can produce up to…
BREAKING: Shannon Miller Awarded $3.74 Million
UMD is found liable for sex discrimination and retaliation against Miller.
DULUTH, Minn. – The verdict is in. At around 4:30 p.m. this afternoon the jury found UMD to be liable for sex discrimination and retaliation against former UMD women’s hockey coach Shannon Miller. The jury awarded Miller $3.74 million. The jury was made up of eight women and four men. After hearing closing arguments for most of the morning the…
End of an era: Toys R Us is Going the way of Stickball
Toys R Us going out of business jeopardizes more than 30,000 jobs.
NEW YORK (AP) — For decades, children ran down the sprawling aisles of Toys R Us in awe of the Barbies, the bikes and other toys laid out in front of them. Parents lined up for the latest Christmas fad, even if it meant standing in the rain. And, of course, there was that jingle that bored into your brain:…
PUC OK’s Environmental Review of Enbridge Line 3
Environmental and tribal groups oppose the project out of concern over potential leaks and impacts on climate change.
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota regulators have approved the final environmental review for Enbridge Energy’s proposal to replace its aging Line 3 crude oil pipeline in northern Minnesota. The unanimous vote by the Public Utilities Commission on Thursday sets the stage for the panel to decide in June whether to grant final approval for the project and whether to approve…
Parkland School Shooting Surveillance Shows Resource Officer’s Response
Surveillance video released
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Senate GOP Contemplating own School Safety Plan
The same bill must pass both houses before Walker can sign it into law.
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Senate Republicans apparently aren’t sold on Gov. Scott Walker’s school safety legislation. Walker introduced legislation Thursday designed to enhance campus safety, in part by creating $100 million in new school grants. The legislation doesn’t impose any gun restrictions or mandate teachers arm themselves. Walker called a special session for the Legislature to take up the bills….
Florida Pedestrian Bridge Collapse; Several Fatalities
The $14.2 million bridge crossed over a busy seven lane road that divided the university’s campus from the city of Sweetwater.
MIAMI (AP) — A brand-new pedestrian bridge collapsed onto a highway at a Miami-area college Thursday, crushing at least five vehicles. Several people were seen being loaded into ambulances and authorities said they were searching for people. According to Authorities there are “several fatalities.” Gov. Rick Scott tweeted that he had spoken with Miami-Dade County Police Chief Juan Perez about…
Local Non-profit Continues Free Prom Dress Giveaway
"If the Dress Fits" to Give Away Hundreds of Free Prom Dresses
DULUTH, Minn. – Prom isn’t too far away for many Northland students, and oftentimes it brings memories that are kept for years. However, the cost of prom can sometimes be daunting. The non-profit “If the Dress Fits” is here to help anyone struggling with buying a prom dress. They’re hosting their 3rd Annual Prom Dress Giveaway in the coming days….
PUC Weighs Environmental Review for Enbridge’s Line 3
The Public Utilities Commission is considering whether to classify the project's final environmental review as adequate
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Enbridge Energy is going before Minnesota regulators in hopes of clearing a significant hurdle in the company’s plans to replace its aging Line 3 crude oil pipeline in northern Minnesota. The Public Utilities Commission is considering whether to classify the project’s final environmental review as adequate. In December, the PUC ruled it wasn’t and asked…
Major White House Shake Up Possibly Underway
Whether the Senate allows them is still an open question.
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Wisconsin Launching First Elk Hunt
Applications will become available May 1.
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Wisconsin Launches First Elk Hunt
Bayfield and Ashland Counties Included in Elk Hunt
MADISON, Wis.-Wisconsin wildlife officials are launching the state’s first elk hunt. The Department of Natural Resources announced on its website Tuesday that hunters will be allowed to kill 10 bull elk across Sawyer, Bayfield, Ashland and Price counties from mid-October to mid-November and over eight days in mid-December. Four tags will go to Wisconsin residents through a DNR drawing. One…
Walker Introduces School Safety Bills, Calls Special Session
Plans Were Unveiled Earlier This Morning
MADISON, Wis.-Republican Gov. Scott Walker is introducing a package of legislation designed to enhance school safety. Walker unveiled the proposals Thursday morning. They include establishing an Office of School Safety within the state Justice Department, creating a $100 million school safety grant program and requiring mandatory child abuse reporters to report threats of school violence as well. Other bills in…
Mixing up the Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Appetizer
Cooking Connection: Leprechaun Dip
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, so for this week’s Cooking Connection we made an appropriate dish for the holiday. Local chef Arlene Coco was in the kitchen with FOX 21’s William Seay to make Leprechaun Dip Coco has three decades of experience, is a professional cooking instructor and gives cooking classes to groups of…
Tonight: Mayor Larson Delivers State of the City
Doors open at the NorShor Theater at 5:30 p.m.
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Trump Wrongly Insists US has Trade Deficit With Canada
The Office of the United States Trade Representative says the United States has a trade surplus with Canada.
(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump continues to insist the United States has a trade deficit with Canada, following news reports that he claimed at a fundraiser about talking trade with the country’s prime minister without knowing all the facts. Trump says on Twitter Thursday: “We do have a Trade Deficit with Canada, as we do with almost…
Spots Still Open for St. Fennessy 4K
This is the first year the race is offering special youth pricing.
HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Saint Fennessy 4K race is coming up on St. Patrick’s Day, this Saturday and spots are still open as of Wednesday. New this year, the race is offering youth pricing, inviting runners as young as six to join in. Runners are encouraged to dress-up in festive green and gold outfits. After the race votes will be placed…
Inside Dubh Linn Irish Pub’s St. Patrick’s Day Preparations
This year the pub will offer a special surprise breakfast.
DULUTH, Minn.- This year many Northlanders will be able to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day as it falls on a Saturday. Many businesses are already preparing for the busy day. Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub has become a popular spot to celebrate for all ages. The bar will have live bagpipe performances and hammerschlagen. But this year the holiday breakfast is…
Governor Dayton Gives Final State of the State
Gov. Dayton addresses health care, education, and encourages diversity.
DULUTH, Minn.- Governor Mark Dayton gave his last State of the State Address highlighting education, taxes, and healthcare. Gov. Dayton announced nearly 80,000 students are now attending all day kindergarten. The University of Minnesota will not be increasing tuition, due to an extra $10 million of state funding. Gov. Dayton said law makers have a decision to make, stating they can…
Duluth High School Students Join National Gun Violence Protest
East and Denfeld Students Were Joined by Neighbors and Friends Showing Solidarity with Parkland Victims
DULUTH, Minn. – Last month’s school shooting in Parkland, Florida, was just the latest in a string of violence on school campuses. Students from several Northland schools took part in a national walk out against gun violence to show solidarity. It wasn’t a typical day at East High school in Duluth. At 10 a.m. on this Wednesday morning many students…
Free Lenten Organ Recitals Happening Around Duluth
Every Wednesday, a 30 Minute Performance Helps Raise Money for an Organ Scholarship Fund
DULUTH, Minn. – Churches around Duluth are offering free organ recitals during lent. Performances happen between 12:15 p.m. and 12:45 p.m. every Wednesday. Donations are accepted at each recital to benefit an organ scholarship fund to help students learn the instrument. “The organ is the closest thing I can get playing a solo instrument, maybe playing a flute or being…
New Virginia Public Safety Building Closer to Becoming a Reality
Officials Are Asking for $2 million to $14 million in State Bonding Money to Move Forward
VIRGINIA, Minn. – A proposed new public safety building in Virginia is closer to becoming a reality. Renderings of the new facility have been released. The 50,000 square foot building would house the city’s police and fire departments in the same place along the Second Avenue corridor. Virginia leaders are now asking for between $2 million and $14 million in…
Fitger’s Bockfest Celebrates the Pending Arrival of Spring
Fitger's wants you to come early and stay late!
DULUTH, Minn. – You know spring is around the corner because Fitger’s Bockfest happens this week in Duluth. It’s a beer festival but also a celebration of spring. It’s a big deal in Germany and this will be the 24th anniversary for the event in Duluth. Organizers are reintroducing the Bockhunt where people are given clues in search of bock…
Guess the Date of “Official” Snowmelt at Lutsen
Contestants Can Submit Their Vote up Until Midnight on Friday, March 23
LUTSEN, Minn. – If you’re counting down the final days before snow if officially gone, you may want to turn your attention to Lutsen Mountains. Right now you have the chance to guess when the last pile of snow will melt. This date will be determined on Mystery Mountain when the snow on the slopes fits within a standard sized hula…
One Arrested After Stolen Military Vehicle was Recovered
The Hibbing Police Department has arrested a male suspect for stealing a military vehicle.
HIBBING, Minn. – Hibbing Police have arrested a male for stealing an HEMMT wrecker from the Hibbing Minnesota National Guard Armory. Police responded to a call around 1 p.m. to the Hibbing Minnesota National Guard Armory and were updated by maintenance personnel who had followed the vehicle. The driver of the stolen vehicle was taken into custody without incident. The…
Miller Trial Update
Jury deliberations to start tomorrow.
DULUTH, Minn. – The discrimination trial between former women’s hockey coach Shannon Miller and UMD is expected to wrap up tomorrow. Closing arguments will take place tomorrow morning followed by jury deliberations. The case stems from when Miller’s contract was not renewed after the end of the 2015 season. Miller claims she was discriminated against by UMD because of her…
Update on Bank Robbery in Orr
Authorities are still investigating the incident.
Orr, Minn. – According to the Saint Louis County Sheriff’s Office a suspect is in custody following a bank robbery this morning in Orr. The bank robbery happened at the American Bank of the North located on Highway 53 in Orr. The suspect was reported to have used pepper spray on two bank employees. Both employees were taken to the…
Male Sustains Significant Injuries in Washburn County hit and run Incident
Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in finding the person responsible for hit and run incident.
SPOONER, Wis. – The Washburn County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to come forward with any information they may have regarding a hit and run that took place early Tuesday morning. The Washburn County Sheriff’s Dispatch received a call around 4:50 a.m. on March 13 from a female stating that her boyfriend was struck by a vehicle on County…
Dog Dies After Airline Worker Orders it be Placed in Overhead bin
Passenger forced to put small dog in overhead bin for flight.
(AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)(AP) – A dog died on a United Airlines plane after a flight attendant ordered its owner to put the animal in the plane’s overhead bin. United said Tuesday that it takes full responsibility for the incident on the Monday night flight from Houston to New York. In a statement, United called it “a tragic accident…
Suspect in Custody Following Alleged Bank Robbery in Orr
Authorities are still investigating incident.
ORR, Minn. – According to the Saint Louis County Sheriff’s Office a suspect is in custody following an alleged bank robbery this morning in Orr. The alleged bank robbery happened at the American Bank of the North located on Highway 53 in Orr. The authorities are still investigating the incident. Check back for further updates on this case as they…
Father Shot on Minnesota Sidewalk had Fled From Iraq
Al Naddf had fled Iraq to escape violence.
ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) — A man who was fatally shot on a sidewalk in Rochester, Minnesota, fled Iraq several years ago to escape violence. Ahmed Muafaq Abdulhu Al Naddf, 40, immigrated to the U.S. in 2014 with his wife and their two children. Al Naddf died after being shot in the chest Monday night. Police have arrested 25-year-old Eric Tyler…
Ford Recalls Almost 1.4M cars; Steering Wheel can Come Loose
Ford says the steering wheels can detach from the steering column.
(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)DETROIT (AP) — Under pressure from U.S. regulators, Ford is recalling nearly 1.4 million midsize cars in North America because the steering wheels can detach from the steering column and drivers could lose control. The recall covers certain Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ cars from the 2014 through 2018 model years. Ford says steering wheel bolts can…
MNsure CEO Allison O’Toole Stepping Down
Nate Clark will be taking on the role of Acting CEO.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The head of Minnesota’s health insurance exchange is stepping down. Allison O’Toole announced Wednesday that she will leave MNsure next month. O’Toole served as chief executive for nearly three years, overseeing record signups in individual health care plans even as premiums were rising sharply. Her departure comes at a tumultuous time for health care nationwide…
Smooth Sounds of Jazz to Fill UMD Music Halls
UMD Celebrates 45th Annual Head of the Lakes Jazz Festival This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend the smooth sounds of jazz will be filling music halls at the University of Minnesota – Duluth. It’s all for the 45th Annual Head of the Lakes Jazz Festival. The fun gets underway with a performance by the Bobby Watson Quartet on Friday, March 16, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. in the Weber Music Hall. It…
Power Pole Goes up in Flames
MN Power substation switch catches fire.
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Early Morning Hibbing Fire Sends one to the Hospital
The cause of the fire is under investigation
Courtesy: Northland FireWireHIBBING, Minn. – A fire broke out around 5 a.m. this morning in the 1900 block of 7th Avenue East in Hibbing. According to the Northland FireWire the two adult and two juvenile occupants were able to escape to safety, however one person was transported by ambulance to the Hibbing hospital for smoke inhalation and was later released….
School District Facing Budget Cuts
The Duluth School District is looking to increase the student to teacher ratio to cut costs.
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