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Half of US Adults Have High Blood Pressure in New Guidelines

November 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) – New guidelines lower the threshold for high blood pressure, adding 30 million Americans to those who have the condition, which now plagues nearly half of U.S. adults. High pressure, which for decades has been a top reading of at least 140 or a bottom one of 90, drops to 130 over 80 in advice announced Monday by a dozen…

Level III Offender Relocating to Duluth

PREVIOUSLY RESIDED IN RICE LAKE, MINN.

November 13, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public of a Level III Predatory Offender relocating to the 4700 block of Rice Lake Road in Duluth. Timothy Scott Alan Davich, 50 has a history of sexual contact with minor male victims ages 6-16. Some contact occurred on numerous occasions over a number of years; he was…

New Town Homes Coming to Chisholm

Town Homes Available to Those Age 55 and Older

November 13, 2017

Site Staff,

CHISHOLM, Minn.-A new town home development has made its way to Chisholm. The eight-unit market rate town home development, for those ages 55 and older, is 90 percent complete. Right now six of the units have been rented. Each unit is 1,100 square-feet and has one level with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Pets are also welcome at the site…

Duluth Police Search for Robbery Suspect

The Robbery Happened in the Parking Lot in the 600 Block of West Central Entrance

November 13, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police continue to search for a robbery suspect Monday afternoon. Shortly before 11:00 a.m., police responded to Cub Foods located in the 600 Block of West Central Entrance on reports of a robbery in their parking lot. It has been reported by police that the victim was making a deposit for his employer when he was…

Duluth Beach Cleanup Rescheduled for Sunday

Multiple Locations Will Be Set Up For Beach Cleanup

November 13, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The local storm cleanup was supposed to be held yesterday, but that was cancelled and moved to this Sunday. It will be held at 10 a.m. and volunteers can meet near Endion Station, Brighton Beach, the 12th Street Access on Park Point, and the Park Point Beach House. To sign up, call Cheryl Skafte from the Duluth Parks Department…

US Budget Deficit Up Sharply to $63.2 Billion in October

November 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The federal government began its new budget year with an October deficit of $63.3 billion, up sharply from a year ago. The Treasury Department reported Monday that the October deficit was 37.9 percent higher than the $45.8 billion deficit recorded in October 2016. Both government receipts and spending were up for the month, with receipts climbing 14.3…

Massive College Party in Texas Causes Floor of Apartment to Collapse

November 13, 2017

Site Staff,

DENTON, Tex. (KDFW) – A jam packed apartment party in Texas ended abruptly Sunday morning, when the floor went crashing into the apartment below. The incident was caught on video from multiple angles from the apartment near the University of North Texas in Denton, near Dallas. People at the party, many of them UNT students, had to crawl from the empty…

Hat-Tossing Mary Tyler Moore Statue Back at Minneapolis Site

November 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

(Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A statue of Mary Tyler Moore tossing her hat in the air is back at is familiar spot in downtown Minneapolis. A bronze statue of the Emmy-winning star of “The Mary Tyler Moore” was returned Saturday to its original location at Nicollet Mall. The life-sized statue, along with other public art, had been removed during…

Over 400 Dead from Earthquake in Iran-Iraq Border Area

7.3 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE STRUCK AT 9:48 P.M. IRAN TIME

November 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

A rescue worker searches debris for survivors with his sniffing dog after an earthquake in the city of Sarpol-e-Zahab in western Iran. Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. (ISNA via AP) TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Rescuers dug with their bare hands Monday through the debris of buildings brought down by a powerful earthquake that killed more than 400 people in the once-contested…

Walker Eliminates Wisconsin’s Minimum Hunting Age

Bill Allows Children of Any Age to Participate in Mentored Hunt

November 13, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis.-Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that eliminates a minimum age requirement to hunt in Wisconsin. The bill allows a person of any age to participate in a mentored hunt. The law had previously required a child to be at least 10-years-old to participate in a mentored hunt. Walker signed the bill Saturday, exactly one week before the…

Bentleyville Remains Nation’s Largest Free Lighting Display

Coffee Conversation: Bentleyville Tour of Lights

November 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the holidays right around the corner, giant lighting displays are beginning to take over Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth. This is for Bentelyville Tour of Lights. Nearly four million lights fill the nation’s largest free walk through lighting display. Through the walk, there are stops for complimentary hot cocoa, cookies, popcorn and roasted marshmallows. Children will…

Nikki’s Notebook: School Board Election Upsets

Nikki's Notebook: School Board Election Upsets

November 12, 2017

Nikki Davidson,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, This Week in Education

Wisconsin Muskies Bring Hockey Back to Spooner

Junior League Team Playing Inaugural Season in Front of Thousands of Fans

November 12, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

SPOONER, Wis. – A new junior hockey team is playing their first season on the ice in Spooner, and the Wisconsin Muskies have proven that hockey means a lot to Northern Wisconsin. After four long years without a team or an arena, hockey is back in Spooner, Wisconsin. It was once a hockey town with a youth program and a…

Local Workshop Highlights Effective Communication Skills

A workshop held in the Northland aims to help improve communication.

November 12, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Explaining your stance in politics issues can sometimes be frustrating when speaking to individuals with opposing views. Connection Labs came to Duluth helping Northlanders more effectively frame messages. According to research presented Sunday, responding re-actively during a conversation, creates a smaller chance of being heard. “We want to fight that, instead of stepping back and saying ‘what is…

Final Preparations Underway for Bentleyville Tour of Lights

Northlander volunteers play a large role in getting Bentleyville up and running.

November 12, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.-Bentleyville will be open in just six days, last minute preparations are currently underway. Many Northlanders have lent a hand setting up Bentleyville, now its the final count down till the holiday lights flick on. The helpers still out preparing the final details have special skill sets, necessary to get the park up and running. This year there are plenty…

‘Music With Robots’ Workshop Inspires Northland Kids

The unique instruments show their full potential at the kid friendly workshop.

November 12, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth is known for its local musicians, Sunday Blacklist Brewery allowed kids to tap into their creative side with a special set of instruments. “Making Music with Robots” is a hands–on educational workshop. Creator Troy Rogers started making the instruments 14 years ago. Rogers told FOX21 sometimes the creator isn’t always the best musician, to actually use the instruments. “The…

Local Craft Festival Gives Back to Northland

The Festival of Trees gives Northland shoppers an opportunity to donate.

November 12, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Festival of Trees offers something for everyone. It has become a staple holiday event in the Northland. The event gives many local artists a place to show off and sell crafts. The Festival of Trees is the largest fundraiser for a local non–profit, the Junior League of Duluth. Fox21 spoke to one vendor, with a similar business plan…

2 Stabbed At Mall of America; Suspect Arrested

November 12, 2017

Dan Hanger,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (KMSP) – Bloomington police are investigating a stabbing at the Mall Of America. Police say they were dispatched to Macy’s around 6:40 p.m. on a report of a stabbing. When police arrived they found two adult males had been stabbed in the dressing room in the men’s department of Macy’s. Police say a man was in the dressing…

2017-2018 Winter Weather Outlook From Fox 21’s Weather Team

Find Out What To Expect This Winter Season

November 12, 2017

Brittney Merlot,

Part of keeping you prepared for any winter weather situation is being informed about what is expected to come. That is one mission the National Weather Service and us here at FOX strive for… “During winter we have issued different types of advisories and warnings to let people know what’s going to happen and it could get kind of confusing …

Teen Found Dead In Hunting Shack Ruled Suicide

November 12, 2017

Dan Hanger,

AURORA, Minn. (AP) – Authorities are now calling the death of a 16-year-old hunter in northeastern Minnesota a suicide. A member of the boy’s hunting party found him dead in his hunting stand near Aurora late Saturday afternoon. The death initially was reported to authorities as an accidental shooting. But the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said Sunday the death…

Northlanders Donate to Help Ensure Officer Safety

Over one hundred gathered to give money for local officers safety equipment.

November 11, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- A non–profit organization aims to help boast safety for local law enforcement with help from the community. The organizers of shield 616 said with the rise in active shootings they want to make sure our officers are protected. Sheild 616 hosts events around the Northland, gathering donations to purchase bullet proof gear for local law officials. “People are so…

Veterans Voiced Concerns to Senator Amy Klobuchar

Northland veterans discussed local issues with Senator Amy Klobuchar.

November 11, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Senator Amy Klobuchar listened to Northland’s rural veterans speak out on concerns. Senator Klobuchar said there are some serious problems with veterans’ health benefits. Ensuring the Guard and the Reserve recieve the same health benefits other branches are given, is the biggest issue currently being worked on. One of the main issues addressed today, the long drive rural…

Superior’s Midwest Energy Fire Could Cost Company Nearly A Million Dollars

Fire On Belt System Has Shut Down Ability To Obtain Coal

November 11, 2017

Joey Norton,

SUPERIOR, Wis. Press Release Below: Members of the media: this is to inform you of a fire this morning in Superior. At 0530 all three engine companies, Battalion Chief and Gold Cross Ambulance were called for a fire at 2400 Winter street which is Midwest Energy. Once on scene crews found fire in the belt system used to move coal…

DOJ: Teen ‘Lunged’ At Deputy With Butcher Knife Before Deputy Fatally Shot Him

Report Says Teen Was Despondent Over A Period Of A Few Days Prior To Incident

November 11, 2017

Joey Norton,

Update: Ashland County Officer Involved Death Investigation Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), at the request of the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, has been investigating an officer involved death (OID) that took place on November 8, 2017 in Odanah, Wis., which is located on the Bad River Reservation. The Ashland County Emergency…

Annual Beacon Lighting Commemorates 42nd Anniversary of SS Edmund Fitzgerald

It's the only time each year visitors can climb to the top of the tower while the beacon is lit and revolving after dark.

November 10, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

TWIN HARBORS, Minn. – Nov.10 marks the 42nd anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald freighter sinking into Lake Superior. Split Rock has been the site of the memorial since 1985 to make sure those men are not forgotten. In 1975, the ship sailed out of Superior with nearly 26,000 tons of ore on-board. The Edmund Fitzgerald sailed by Split Rock the…

Skis, Suds and Slices Fundraiser Raising Thousands of Dollars

The 10th Annual Fundraiser Supports the Chester Bowl Scholarship Fund

November 10, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday evening hundreds of Northlanders settled in at Clyde Iron Works in Duluth for the 10th annual Skis, Suds and Slices fundraising event. Money raised at the event goes toward helping families strap on skis and snowboards this year at Chester Bowl. Last year, the Scholarship Fund gave more than $18,500 dollars away to local families. The…

Veterans Day March in Duluth

Many Northlanders Have a Personal Connection to the Federal Holiday

November 10, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Saturday is Veterans Day and all across the Northland people are honoring veterans with marches and ceremonies. On Veterans Day, the men and women who served in our country’s military are celebrated and honored. For many Northland families, the holiday holds personal significance. Each veteran marching through Downtown Duluth, has a unique story of the service. “I…

Santa Claus Arrives at the Miller Hill Mall in Style

It was the 5th annual Santa Slumber Party

November 10, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hundreds of Northland kids were at the Miller Hill Mall this evening to see Santa Claus arrive. It is the 5th annual Santa Slumber Party at the mall. Santa arrived in style in a decorated trolley thanks to the Duluth Transit Authority. “We just dropped Santa Claus off, and now all the boys and girls of the…

Harbor City International School Has Penny Drive For Hurricane Victims

The Total Sum For The Penny Drive Was $2,088.68

November 10, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – One penny can go a long way. In this case all the way to Puerto Rico. Harbor City International School students in Duluth decided to have a penny war to raise money for hurricane victims. In just five days, students raised more than $2,000. “We never really had a goal for the penny war, we weren’t sure how…

Roof Catches Fire in Duluth

November 10, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A fire broke out on Friday on the roof of a home at 34th Avenue East and East First Street in Duluth. According to the fire department, the fire was contained to an area close to the chimney. It was put out quickly and no one was injured. “All because of whoever was passing by saw some…

Red Kettles Ready for Donations in the Northland

Bells are ringing and volunteers are singing for donations to the Salvation Army red kettles.

November 10, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- It’s the season of giving; Santa Claus is not the only jolly man wearing red, and giving back around the Northland. Northlanders will now see the red kettles stationed around the Twin Ports. Donations made benefit the Salvation Army. If you don’t have any spare change, the non-profit is always looking for an array of volunteers. According to…

AmeriCorps Wants You to Share Your Experience in Duluth Program

AmeriCorps Hopes Stories Inspire Duluthians

November 10, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth chapter of AmeriCorps is taking pen to pad to write down experiences other members of the group have had over the years. It’s all part of a legacy project AmeriCorps members in Duluth are working on to get the word out about what they do. The hope is to also build interest in their dream of redeveloping…

UWS Ceremony Acknowledges Student Veterans

The University of Wisconsin Superior honored student veterans.

November 10, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-The University of Wisconsin Superior honored nontraditional students with a special set of skills, obtained from serving in the armed forces. Currently 130 students at UWS are veterans. Representatives from the University said veterans truly enhance campus culture. “The experiences you gained and learned in the military in invaluable, you don’t get them anywhere else,” Veteran guest speaker Craig…

Clue, Wiffle Ball, Paper Airplane Enter Toy Hall of Fame

November 10, 2017

The Associated Press,

(AP) (AP) – The board game Clue. In the National Toy Hall of Fame. With the Wiffle Ball and paper airplane. The mystery of which toys earned the status of toy super stardom was solved Thursday with the announcement of the hall of fame’s Class of 2017. The whodunit game Clue, where player also must name the crime scene and…

Wisconsin’s Gov. Walker, Foxconn Leader Sign Plant Contract

Today's Deal Could Lead to Influx of Jobs in State

November 10, 2017

The Associated Press,

(AP) RACINE, Wis.-Gov. Scott Walker and Foxconn Technology Group Chairman Terry Gou have signed off on a $3 billion contract for the Taiwanese company to build a massive display screen factory in southeast Wisconsin. Walker and Gou signed a contract Friday that locks the state into providing up to $3 billion in tax incentives if Foxconn invests $10 billion on…

‘Stories are true’: Louis C.K. Statement on Allegations

November 10, 2017

The Associated Press,

File Photo Feb. 28, 2016 (AP) NEW YORK (AP) — Comedian Louis C.K. released the following statement on Friday following allegations of sexual misconduct in a New York Times report. The statement is unedited except for explicit language: I want to address the stories told to the New York Times by five women named Abby, Rebecca, Dana, Julia who felt…

Husky Energy Finalizes Deal for Calumet in Superior

Workers Will be Retained at the Refinery

November 10, 2017

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-Husky Energy has closed its purchase of the Calumet Oil Refinery in Superior. That facility produces 50,000 barrels of oil-based products a day. The new purchase for the Alberta-based company, will increase its crude oil processing capacity. “The Superior Refinery increases Husky’s downstream crude processing capacity, in line with the company’s growing production,” the company said in a prepared…

More Details Emerge in Bad River Case Which Left Teen Dead

14-Year-Old Jason Pero Was Shot and Killed by Sheriff's Deputy

November 10, 2017

The Associated Press,

(Facebook) BAD RIVER, Wis.-The grandparents of a Wisconsin eighth grader shot and killed by police say the teen had left school with the flu that morning. An Ashland County Sheriff’s deputy shot 14-year-old Jason Pero on the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa reservation on Wednesday. Authorities say Pero had a knife but haven’t elaborated. The state Justice Department…

Free Parking Downtown for the Christmas City of the North Parade

November 10, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Greater Downtown Council has announced there will be free parking in Duluth’s downtown area on Friday, Nov. 17 for the annual Christmas City of the North Parade. Free parade parking will be offered in the following ramps: 4th Ave Auto Park – 402 W Michigan St. Duluth Transportation Center – 228 W Michigan St US Bank…

Walker Appoints Sen. Sheila Harsdorf as Agriculture Head

November 10, 2017

The Associated Press,

Sheila Harsdorf MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Gov. Scott Walker has appointed Republican state Sen. Sheila Harsdorf as secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. The appointment announced Friday makes Harsdorf the first woman to lead the agency. She will replace Ben Brancel, who retired in August. Harsdorf, of River Hills, is resigning her northwestern Wisconsin state Senate…

Santa and Mrs. Claus to Visit Miller Hill Mall

Tonight: Slumber Party with Santa

November 10, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Santa is coming to the Northland! It’s all to support little Northland boys and girls. This evening, Friday, November 10, is the 5th Annual Slumber Party with Santa. Santa Claus is coming to the Miller Hill Mall via the DTA Port Town Trolley at Door 6 at 6:45 p.m. Pre-registration begins in the Barnes & Noble court…

Another Minnesota Lawmaker Accused of Sexual Harassment

November 10, 2017

The Associated Press,

Rep. Tony CornishST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s House speaker has suspended the committee chairmanship of state Rep. Tony Cornish after two women accused the lawmaker of sexual harassment. Speaker Kurt Daudt issued a statement late Thursday in which he also asked the House’s nonpartisan human resources staff to look into the allegations against the Republican from Vernon Center. Cornish…

St. Luke’s Showcases Traveling Art Show

Art Can Be Seen On Third Floor

November 10, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s hospital is adding some new art to their hallways for a short period of time. The hospital is hosting the traveling, community focused art exhibit known as, to really see. The exhibit focuses on the display of creative medication use stories that users, artist, and participants want to express and share. “I would like this…

Family of Teen Fatally Shot by Officer Speaks Out

The family and community are mourning the loss of the 14-year-old boy involved in a police shooting.

November 10, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

ODANAH, Wis.- FOX 21 is learning more details about the teenage boy fatally shot by an Ashland County Deputy, family members believe this all could have been avoided. “He was just a kid outside,” cousin Christian Delgado said. The 14-year-old, identified by family as Jason Pero attended Ashland Middle School. Pero was in the school band and a member of…

Gearing Up for Cold Weather

Active Adventures: Proper Dressing for Frigid Temperatures

November 10, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Below average temperatures have been keeping the Northland cold throughout the week. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay got advice for dressing for the cold weather. Eve Graves told William how to dress if he’s interested in skiing, jogging, or doing some other active activity in frigid temperatures. Graves tells FOX 21, “there’s no…

Special Report: Early Education

State Funding Sends Thousands of Young Minnesotans to Preschool

November 10, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

MINNESOTA – More than 20,000 of Minnesota’s 4-year-olds are heading to preschool this year because of state funding. This has been great news for some rural Northland areas. However, it is having an impact on area child care centers. As a result of the 2017 Legislative Session, Minnesota lawmakers are providing $50 million in new, one-time funding to 59 school…

Chef Opening ‘Sound’ Restaurant In Former ‘Blind Pig’ Space

November 10, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new restaurant is transforming the inside of what used to be the Blind Pig and Tycoons in downtown Duluth’s Old City Hall building 132 E Superior St. The restaurant is being called “Sound,” and the people behind the idea believe the business model is so sound it won’t be following the path of the past, as…

Northland Mayors Join Forces For Habitat For Humanity

The First Western Lake Superior Habitat For Humanity Home Was Built In July 2017

November 9, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Several mayors from the Northland prove they’re not afraid to get their hands dirty for a good cause. They came together to work on a Habitat for Humanity home, which provides affordable housing for families in need. “The mayors here in our community are people who really work well together, network together and undertand that partnering with…

Local Businesses Highlighted at Woodland Block Party

Annual Open House Gives Opportunity to Shop Local for Holidays

November 9, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Local businesses showed off some of their best products tonight at the Woodland Block Party. The annual open house kicks off the holiday shopping season and gives people a great selection of products to choose from. The artwork, jewelry, and clothing on sale is all unique to the Northland. “It’s always really fun to just kind of…

Duluth School Board Releases Numbers

Outperformed National Average On ACT Test

November 9, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth School Board released its annual education report for the district. Parents, Teachers and Students were all on hand Thursday night. Among the report reading and math proficiency increased district wide by 8.2% compared to the 2012 / 2013 school year. The district out performed state and national averages for their scores on the ACT test….