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Northlanders Discuss “MinnesotaCare Buy-In” Proposal

Lieutentant Governor Tina Smith and Commissioner Emily Piper Host Town Hall for Residents in Northeastern Minnesota

October 30, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Tina Smith started the workweek with a stop in Duluth to talk healthcare Monday morning. Smith along with Commissioner Emily Piper chose to host a town hall in Duluth on the MinnesotaCare Buy-In Proposal. For Lt. Governor Smith, the goal of Monday’s meeting at Duluth City Hall was to inform residents of the plan…

Zebra Mussels Confirmed in Itasca County Waters

October 30, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Photo: Amy Benson – U.S. Geological Survey DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed zebra mussels in Dora Lake and connected waters in Itasca County, as well as in Serpent Lake in Crow Wing County. Itasca County aquatic invasive species staff found zebra mussels downstream of Sand Lake, where zebra mussels had been confirmed in 2013….

Three Dead in Suspected Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

October 30, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

RADISSON, Wis. – The Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office reports two adults and one child are dead after possible carbon monoxide poisoning. Deputies responded to the call on Sunday, Oct. 29 just before 11:30 a.m., at the report of three unresponsive people at a residence located on Highway 27/70 in Radisson. First responders arrived to find the three victims, who have…

Governor: Tax Plan Would Cut Deductions for 900,000 Minnesotans

October 30, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton is calling on President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers to abandon their tax proposal, which is estimated to cut deductions for 900,000 middle-class Minnesota families. As a result, an average of $12,000 tax deduction would be eliminated per Minnesotan. “One of their most offensive proposals would eliminate the deductibility of Minnesota’s state…

Study: Roundabouts Reduce Serious Injuries in Minnesota

October 30, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota’s nearly 200 roundabouts are reducing serious injuries and saving lives, according to a new study released by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. According to MnDOT officials, roundabouts have a comparable initial construction costs and lower life-cycle cost than a traffic signal with similar traffic capacity. The study examined the safety performance of 144 roundabouts by…

Wisconsin Girl Scouts Create Small Food Pantry

October 30, 2017

The Associated Press,

(Wisconsin State Journal) DEFOREST, Wis. (AP) – Girl Scouts in southern Wisconsin are stocking the shelves of a small food pantry they created. The Wisconsin State Journal reports a seven-member Girl Scouts troop largely funded the installation of the Little Free Pantry box outside Christ Lutheran Church in DeForest. The wooden box is a place where community members can pick…

Duluth Artist Wins Walleye Stamp Contest

Third win for the artist!

October 30, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

2018 Walleye Stamp competitionFirst Place: Dean Kegler (MnDNR) DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced that a Duluth artist has won the Minnesota Walleye Stamp contest. Dean Kegler, was selected by judges from among 11 entries for the annual contest sponsored by the DNR. Kegler’s painting featured a walleye about to strike a crankbait and will…

Christmas Lighting Challenge Begins this Week

Twin Ports Area Christmas Lighting Challenge Starts Wednesday

October 30, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – It may be Halloween on Tuesday, but registration for the Twin Ports Area Christmas Lighting Challenge begins this week. Families and business owners are encouraged to decorate their buildings in Christmas lights and enter them in the competition. Once the establishments are entered, families can see the list online, tour the displays and vote for their favorites….

Science Museum Recreating Hoodie Seen on ‘Stranger Things’

October 30, 2017

Site Staff,

(Netflix/Science Museum of Minnesota) ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – A vintage Science Museum of Minnesota hoodie spotted on the Netflix hit ‘Stranger Things’ had Minnesotans buzzing over the weekend – and now the museum says they’re bringing it out of retirement In the first episode of Season 2, fans noticed one of the main characters sporting a 1980s-era purple hoodie from the Science…

DC Court Bars Trump from Reversing Transgender Troops Policy

October 30, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – A federal court in Washington is barring President Donald Trump from changing the government’s policy on military service by transgender people. Trump announced in an August memo that he intended to reverse course on a 2016 policy that allowed troops to serve openly as transgender individuals. He said he would order a return to the policy prior…

American Indian Activist Dennis Banks Dies at Age 80

October 30, 2017

The Associated Press,

Dennis Banks (Facebook) (AP) – The family of American Indian activist Dennis Banks says he has died. He was 80. Banks, who lived on the Leech Lake Reservation in Minnesota, was a co-founder of the American Indian Movement and a leader of the Wounded Knee occupation in 1973. Banks’ family wrote on his Facebook page that he died Sunday night….

Storm Damage Closes Parts of Lakewalk

Brighton Beach Closed Due to Storm Damage

October 30, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday’s snowstorm brought devastation to Duluth and this weekend FOX 21 got a first look at the damage left behind. The City of Duluth has been forced to close down parts of two popular attractions. At Duluth’s lakewalk, parts of the boardwalk have been completely ripped up, benches damaged and rocks have taken over what was once…

Former Trump Campaign Chairman Indicted

President Trump Insists "No Collusion" With Russia

October 30, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON-President Donald Trump says alleged misdeeds by his former campaign chairman were “years ago” and insists there was “NO COLLUSION” between his 2016 campaign and Russia. Former campaign chairman Paul Manafort and his deputy Rick Gates were indicted Friday on money laundering and conspiracy charges. The indictment says money laundering occurred through “at least 2016.” Trump reacted on Twitter Monday….

Bars open early for Vikings fans

Bars were able to open one hour early to accommodate the 8:30 a.m. kick-off.

October 29, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fans of the Minnesota Vikings made the early morning trek to their favorite bar to catch that 8:30 a.m. kickoff Sunday morning. With the Vikings playing the Cleveland Browns in London, England, the time difference made for an early start to football Sunday. Thanks to a state exemption, made only for today, bars in St. Louis county…

Last day for corn maze at Ru Ridge

Despite the snow, Ru Ridge Corn Maze stayed open until the end

October 29, 2017

Graham Hakala,

CARLTON, Minn. – The weather didn’t stop the folks out at the Ru–Ridge Corn Maze from staying open another day. It was the last day for the corn maze at the Ru-Ridge Produce in Cartlon. It was Ru–Ridge’s first year having the corn maze, and the owners were pleasantly surprised by the show of support from the community, even on the…

2018 Superior Days Just Around The Corner

Leaders and Residents Meet To Kick Off Legislative List

October 29, 2017

Joey Norton,

SUPERIOR, Wis- Superior leaders and residents are making a list, getting ready to head to the statehouse in a few months, to ask for legislative changes. In February, hundreds of people from 5 northwest Wisconsin counties will head down to Madison. There they will lobby for the top legislative issues deemed most important in northwest Wisconsin. During last year’s superior…

Biggest Scarium at the Aquarium yet for Great Lakes Aquarium

Kids dressed up in costumes and enjoyed some family-friendly fun and games

October 29, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hundreds of kids and their families made their way to the Great Lakes Aquarium for the annual Scarium at the Aquarium. There were fun and games, a dance party, and super hero divers. Families dressed up in their favorite costumes and trick or treated through the aquarium. “It’s really a family party,” Great Lakes Aquarium’s Allison Iacone said. “We…

Kids Skate in Halloween Costumes

The Duluth Figure Skating Club Held Their Annual Halloween Party

October 29, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kids were figure skating in their costumes today at Mars Lakeview Arena. The Duluth Figure Skating Club held their annual Halloween party out on the ice. Skaters in the club and the Learn to Skate Duluth program were decked out in costumes, getting to know each other while having a lot of fun. “It’s kind of a…

Trunk or Treat Event Held at Duluth Gospel Tabernacle

Kids in Costumes Got Free Candy from Cars in the Church Parking Lot

October 29, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Before trick or treating on Tuesday, kids in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood got to “trunk or treat” on Sunday. The Duluth Gospel Tabernacle put on the Halloween-themed event. Hundreds of kids dressed in their costumes and got candy from the trunks of twenty-seven cars in the church’s parking lot. There were costume contests all day and food…

Duluth Paranormal Society Investigates What Can’t Be Explained

Over the Past Six Years, the Group Has Found Paranormal Evidence All Over the Northland

October 29, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn. – A team of paranormal investigators took on a challenge this month braving the halls of a supposedly haunted school searching for ghosts. Have you ever experienced something you can’t explain? Strange noises in your basement? Lights that turn on and off by themselves? Well, the Duluth Paranormal Society investigates those strange situations and tries to find…

Winter Storm Has Duluth’s Water Still Abnormal

Full Press Release Of The Situation In Story

October 28, 2017

Joey Norton,

The storm may be over but it has left its lasting presence on Duluth’s drinking water. The City of Duluth water system recently violated a drinking water standard related to turbidity. Although the levels have continued to drop throughout the day, Duluth’s water is still not at a level that we would normally come to expect. What should you do?…

Halloween Fun at Wade Stadium

October 28, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wade Stadium was transformed into one of the biggest Halloween bashes in town, Saturday. Benefiting Noteworthy kids, the first year of Hallowade featured both inside and outside stages for local live music, thousands of dollars in prizes for the costume contest winners, and a haunted locker room. The Lake Superior Zoo stopped by with their mobile animal…

Duluth Police Investigating Man Found Outside Deceased

Not Many Details At The Moment

October 28, 2017

Joey Norton,

UPDATE: The Duluth Police have reported that preliminary autopsy results suggest the man died from accidental death due to exposure. Currently, toxicology results are pending. DULUTH, Minn- The Duluth Police Department is investigating the death of a man found near the 10 block of E 4th St. According to police, they were notified of a man down at 9:43 a.m….

Morgan Park Halloween Carnival

United Protestant Church Held Event

October 28, 2017

Joey Norton,

MORGAN PARK, Minn- The United Protestant Church in Morgan Park brought back a family fun event tonight. After a 3 year hiatus, members of the church thought it was important to bring back the annual Morgan Park Halloween Carnival. Kids and even some grownups dressed up in their customs came to enjoy games and family fun. The organizer of the…

Haunted Ravine on Sunday in Ashland

Northland College Event Donates Food to the Brick Food Shelf

October 27, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

ASHLAND, Wisc. – On Sunday, students at Northland College will be scaring people in their haunted ravine. At the annual event, guests are led on a fifteen to twenty minute walk down a trail filled with people in costumes trying to scare them. It’s free to attend if you bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the Brick…

Mother Nature Leaves Trail of Destruction Along Shoreline

The First Snow of the Season Caused Much Destruction for Many in the Duluth Area

October 27, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mother Nature knocked the Northland with a punch Friday, leaving thousands without power and many left to cleanup after the first blast of winter. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich brings us to the sights and sounds as people assess the damage. Categories: Community, Environment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: Adam Jagunich, Brett Scott, Destruction, First,…

New Moose Lake School Brings Pride to Students

School Includes Much Needed Commons Area

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn.-A new school is up and running in Moose Lake. Back in 2014, voters in that region approved a $35 million referendum to build a new school. Construction began last summer with the goal of creating a more modern school that wasn’t flood damaged like their old one. School officials told us their new digs are making everyone…

Referendum Being Discussed in Maple

Surveys for Referendum Need to be Turned in by Oct. 30

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

MAPLE, Wis.-The Maple Wisconsin School District is looking for the public’s help to determine what they should ask for in a proposed referendum. Right now the district is looking for $1.7 million a year over the next five years. In order to remain where they are at right now, they need at least $576,000 over the next five years. Earlier…

Glensheen Suffers Storm Damage Near Shoreline

October 27, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. –The Glensheen Mansion was not spared by the brunt of today’s winter storm. The shoreline attraction in Duluth was hammered by high winds and big waves earlier this morning. Dan Hartman, the director of Glensheen, says the shoreline suffered damage from the rocky beach to the boathouse. Hartman says the boathouse lost half its door, allowing water from…

EVENING UPDATE: 10-27-2017

All the latest headlines and weather

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: DULUTH NEWS

75 Vehicles Went Into Ditch Today

One Accident Lead to Driver Being Killed

October 27, 2017

Matt Suoja,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Minnesota State Patrol is reporting 75 vehicles went off the road today due to the winter travel conditions. They also told Fox 21 that there have been 21 crashes that involve property damage, and eight with injuries, including a fatal one earlier today which involved a semi. To find out more about the road conditions in the region,…

Road Closures in Ashland Caused by Flooding

Sanborn Avenue and US Highway 2 Having Issues

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

Courtesy Joan Pero KinneyASHLAND, Wis.-Flooding is causing numerous problems in Ashland right now. Some portions of the streets and roads there have been flooded including part of Sanborn Avenue and US Highway 2. Check out more updates on road closures in Wisconsin on this website: 511wi.gov. Categories: Links, News, News – Latest News Tags: ashland news roads

No Injuries Reported in Virginia Apartment Fire

Fire Happened at About 7 a.m.

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

Courtesy Northland Fire WireVIRGINIA, Minn.-A fire damaged the Rotary Apartments in Virginia at 7 a.m. today, according to the Northland Fire Wire. All the residents were safely evacuated and no injuries have been reported. When crews got there, they could see flames rushing out of the third floor of the building. The American Red Cross is helping the displaced victims….

PUC Says Enbridge Must Disclose Line 3 Oil Spill Projections

Oil Spill Disclosure Wanted for Enbridge Line 3

October 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Regulators say Enbridge Energy must publicly disclose its projections for potential oil spills from its proposed Line 3 replacement pipeline across northern Minnesota. The data involves the probability of large spills at seven water crossings. Enbridge submitted it to the state Department of Commerce for the project’s environmental impact statement. But Enbridge had the agency…

DTA Temporarily Switching to Mainline Bus Service Due to Weather

Service Will Run Along Grand Avenue in West Duluth and East Superior Street in East End

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

UPDATE: Regular service will return at 1:00 p.m. DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Transit Authority has announced they are temporarily running a mainline-only bus service effective immediately, due to the current weather conditions. The service will be limited by only running along Grand Avenue in West Duluth and East Superior Street in East Duluth. Regular bus service was suspended at 10 a.m….

Power Outages Reported Throughout Region

Both Duluth and Iron Range Areas Hit With Power Outages

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Due to the fall’s first winter storm, power outages are being reported throughout the region. As of 10 a.m., almost 3,600 customers in the Northland were without power. Crews are working to get it restored. One of the biggest affected areas is the Endion/East Hillside neighborhood which has 1,600 customers without power. In Superior, 1,231 customers are being affected…

Lakewalk Hit Hard by Debris

No Lakewalk Use Until Debris is Cleared

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

Photo Courtesy of Jeff DotyDULUTH, Minn.-The city of Duluth is advising the public that the Lakewalk Trail in Canal Park, and further east at the 21st Avenue East access point, is not passable due to large debris that have been washed up onto the trail from the windy conditions. City crews are currently assessing the trail for any damages and…

Standing Water in Canal Park

Flooding Reaches Canal Park

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Areas of Canal Park are reported inaccessible due to flooding. High winds in the area caused high waves, which led to flooding in some areas. The Marine Iron parking lot located close to the canal is closed. Some segments of Canal Park and Harbor drives have standing water. The city has put up barricades where the areas are not…

Company Gives Northlanders Opportunity to Recycle Electronic Waste

Twin Ports Recycling Rendezvous

October 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday and Saturday some Minnesotans will be working together to reduce e–waste dumping. Dave Potter, the Managing Partner of Global E–Waste, visited FOX 21 this morning to chat about the initiative. The Twin Ports Recycling Rendezvous is being held Friday, October 27 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday, October 28 from 10:00 a.m. to…

Searching for Geocaches at Jay Cooke State Park

Active Adventures: Geocaching

October 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

CARLTON, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures, we went on a nature treasure hunt. FOX 21’s William Seay went geocaching with Park Naturalist Kristine Hiller at Jay Cooke State Park. The state–wide geocache hunt will go through Tuesday, October 31. Another state–wide geocache will start in the Spring. To learn more about visiting Minnesota state parks, head to the…

Closures Caused by Weather: 10-27-2017

List Will be Continuously Updated Throughout Day

October 27, 2017

Site Staff,

Closures Today Great Lakes Aquarium UMD Campus closing at 2 p.m. Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: DULUTH NEWS

Semi Slides into St. Louis River from I-35

Crews Remove Truck from River

October 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

UPDATE: Authorities have recovered the body of the driver, who has been identified as 44-year-old Chris Lucia, of Duluth. ESKO, Minn. – Scary moments Friday morning on Interstate 35 North. A semi-truck driving off I-35 into the St. Louis River. Fire and Police officials on scene told FOX 21 this is an active scene and investigation. This morning crews pulled…

Apricot Boutique Vacates Downtown, Moving To Miller Hill Mall

Less Foot Traffic And Other Factors Prompted Move

October 26, 2017

Joey Norton,

Apricot Lane Boutique announced today that they will be making the move to the Miller Hill Mall. Leaving another vacant spot in downtown Duluth. Wendy Myers, owner of Apricot Lane says that it’s not just one factor for why she’s making the move it’s a combination of many. Myers says that she has seen her ups and downs in the…

Discover Transportation Duluth

DTA And Jefferson Lines

October 26, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn- Tonight the Duluth Transit Authority and Jefferson Lines celebrated another year of getting you from point A to point B. During the 2nd annual Discover Duluth Transportation event, staff from the DTA and Jefferson Lines were on hand to meet with residents about transportation needs and wants. They were also on hand to talk about how important transportation…

Weekend Spotlight: Oct. 27-29

October 26, 2017

Dan Hanger,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight

Lincoln Park Business Group Sees Bright Future For Neighborhood

October 26, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – It was a big night for the Lincoln Park Business District and entrepreneurs wanting to make a difference in that part of town. The social hour and dinner attracted all types of local businesses like OMC Steak House, Bent Paddle and Lake Superior Brewing. The Lincoln Park Business Group, as it is known, is working to advance…

Duluth School District’s Bond Rating Downgraded

Moody's Investors Service Issued a BA1 Rating, Which Could Mean Higher Interest Rates for the District

October 26, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The credit rating of the Duluth School District has been downgraded by Moody’s Investors Service. Moody’s issued the Duluth School District a BA1 rating for some bonds they will soon sell. That rating is in the “Not Prime” category and could mean the district will payer higher interest rates. The district requested the review from Moody’s because…

MPCA Hosts Public Forum For Sulfate Regulations, Mining Supporters Not On Board

Could Cost Mining Town Millions To Upgrade

October 26, 2017

Joey Norton,

CLOQUET, Minn- The City of Cloquet became the location point for a public hearing involving new sulfate and wild rice standards proposed by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. It’s a change mining supporters say is over the top and could severely hurt their operations and the economy on the iron range. However the agency says the proposed changes are spot…

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Arrives in Northland

The Wienermobile will be Appearing at a Number of Events From Friday Until Halloween

October 26, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Oscar Mayer Wiener fans you have the next five days to snap a memorable keepsake picture with the famed Wienermobile. The vehicle arrived in the Northland Tuesday, but won’t start making public appearances until Friday. The Wienermobile will be driving through the Duluth area to various events up until Halloween. Friday it’ll be parked outside Super One…

Miracle 11 Continues Giving Back

Miracle 11 gives out seven thousand dollars in donations.

October 26, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Miracle 11, a non-profit organization that is continuing to turn a bad situation into a good cause. Thursday a total of $7,000 was donated by Miracle 11 to nine different organizations. Local organizations here in Duluth include; the Second Harvest Northern Food Bank, Northern Lights Foundation, Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, and First Witness. Donations were also made…