DULUTH, Minn.-Duluth Schools Superintendent Bill Gronseth was not selected for the superintendent position for Elk River school district. Gronseth was a finalist for the position. He is still vying for the post of superintendent in White Bear Lake. In the past, he’s tried getting positions in Arkansas, Washington state, and the Twin Cities. He could not be reached for comment…
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend the 1st Annual Brewer’s Row Poker Pub Crawl is taking place. Brewer’s Row recognizes craft beer establishments along Superior St. in downtown Duluth. The crawl begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Blind Pig where participants will receive a glass to bring to each bar. Then, participants will drink one beer from each location, starting with…
DULUTH, Minn. – Damage Days is taking place at Spirit Mountain once again. The annual snowboarding event is being held this weekend. Tonight, February 17th they’re holding the Party in the Pipe from 6-8 p.m. On Saturday, February 18th Damage Days is featuring an after hours rope tow session from 9:30 p.m. – midnight. Additionally, their will be product giveaways,…
MADISON (AP) – Two Republican lawmakers have scrapped a bill to end daylight saving time in Wisconsin amid a backlash on social media and now want to make the sunshine-extending time change permanent year-round in the state. Representatives Samantha Kerkman and Michael Schraa introduced a bill last week that would have eliminated daylight saving time in Wisconsin. The change would…
MADISON (AP) – Democratic U.S. Representative Ron Kind says he is not ruling out a run for governor in 2018 against Republican Governor Scott Walker. The western Wisconsin congressman from La Crosse has frequently been mentioned as a possible candidate for governor, but he’s never run. But Kind tells Wisconsin Public Radio, on Thursday, that the state needs new leadership…
UPDATE: http://www.fox21online.com/2017/02/17/white-house-denies-national-guard-immigration-roundup-report/ (AP) – A draft memo obtained by The Associated Press outlines a Trump administration proposal under consideration to mobilize as many as 100,000 National Guard troops to round up unauthorized immigrants. Millions of those who would be affected in 11 states live nowhere near the Mexico border. The 11-page document calls for the unprecedented militarization of immigration enforcement as…
CHESAPEAKE CITY, Md. (AP) – A Maryland auction house is selling Adolf Hitler’s personal traveling telephone. Bill Panagopulos of Alexander Historical Auctions in Chesapeake City says occupying Russian officers gave the phone to Brig. Sir Ralph Rayner during a visit to Hitler’s Berlin bunker. Rayner’s son is now selling the red phone with a Nazi party symbol and Hitler’s name…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Researchers say when plastic breaks down, it forms into tiny particles that lay in the ground for years. They say some of those particles are then ingested by fish and other animals and could end up on our dinner table. Dr. Lorena Rios studies the impact of plastic waste in the twin ports and she said she…
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DULUTH, Minn. – Momentum is building as community members gather to talk about and potentially come up with a plan to rid away from using plastic bags and Styrofoam to–go containers. The event Thursday that was hosted by “Bag–It Duluth.” The group is hoping to raise the level of concern involving plastic and our surrounding water supply. Researchers and city…
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SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Every month throughout the year, women from the Duluth–Superior area get together and talk about craft beer. The group is named the Barley’s Angels and they meet annually at different bars and breweries around the Twin Ports to talk and learn about beer. The ladies of Barley’s Angels go through training about beer flavors and learn how…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth has the highest number of untested rape kits in the entire state. UMD hosted a panel that discussed the reasons for the backlog and the progress being made to fix the problem. Panelists represented law enforcement, advocates, and prosecutors.The panel received feedback from the community on how to proceed with the initiative and how to cater…
DULUTH, Minn. -The LEGO FIRST robotics competition is coming up in just a few weeks at the DECC and Duluth Denfeld revealed their big star at an open house. The Denfeld Nation Automation team has worked on their robot for the last six weeks and they’re getting ready to put on the final touches. The team is made up…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – In less than a week, Superior residents will vote on which two candidates they’d like to see on the ballot for mayor. Tonight, the Superior Young Professionals hosted a meet and greet with the four mayoral candidates. Members had the opportunity to talk one–on–one with each candidate about issues that are important to them. “I think the…
DULUTH, Minn.- Children’s Defense Fund Minnesota presented this year’s Minnesota Kids Count Data Book at Community Action Duluth The Kids Count Data Book provides state data to show the well-being of Children and families who live in Minnesota. The Data is collected to help policy makers and citizens help make Minnesota a better place for Children. This year’s Kids Count…
DULUTH, Minn.- A shooting that left one person dead happened on 11th Street in Duluth, Tuesday. Since then the victim has been identified as 22 year old William Andrew Grahek. A person of interest has been detained since the shooting, but no new updates have been released. Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken says homicide investigation are some of the most…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force merged with the Boundary Waters Drug Task Force to Form the New Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force. The new task force will be fighting violent crimes and drugs in St. Louis County, Lake County, Carlton County, all of Minnesota, and Douglas county of Wisconsin. By…
DULUTH, Minn.- Police Officers were recognized for their hard work and achievements at a ceremony held in Duluth, Thursday. The Duluth Police Department Recognition Ceremony celebrated dozens of officers, and their service to the community. Some were recognized for their promotions and leadership skills, while others were presented with special awards. “Our employees of the Duluth Police department, both civilian…
MADISON (AP) – Governor Scott Walker has signed into law the first bill to pass the Legislature this session, a measure to help Wisconsin’s cheese industry. Walker on Thursday, signed the bill making it possible for tax incentives to be extended to help finance construction of a $30 million cheese packaging and distributing plant in the village of Oostburg near…
WRIGHT COUNTY, Minn. (KMSP – Fox 9) – A Wright County man is asking those who collect and sell rocks to be on the lookout after his unique collection of Lake Superior Agates worth tens of thousands of dollars was stolen. Hunting down rare and unusual gemstones has been Jesse Lofgren’s passion for the last 20 years. Now he is…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) – Forecasters say there is an increased risk for moderate to major flooding in the northern Red River Valley of northeastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota this spring. those areas have the wettest soils and highest snowpack conditions, according to an updated spring flood outlook, released Thursday by the National Weather Service. The forecast says the…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man, Robert John Lund, 47, was convicted on four counts of aiding and abetting second degree attempted murder, four counts of aiding and abetting drive-by shooting, and one count of ineligible possession of a firearm, according to St. Louis County Attorney Mark Rubin said. For four hours, a St. Louis County jury deliberated before returning…
LANSING, Mich. (AP) – Want to go fishing but don’t have a license? No problem, but just for a couple of days. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has scheduled its Winter Free Fishing Weekend for Saturday and Sunday. No license is required, although other fishing regulations will remain in force. The free weekend is held each year to promote…
MADISON (AP) – The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s student government is demanding free tuition for black students. The Associated Students of Madison adopted a resolution Wednesday saying blacks were legally barred from education during slavery and that the flagship school remains out of reach for students of color. The resolution demands free access, tuition, and housing for all black people, including…
(WTXF) – Hasbro has announced an iconic game token will be removed from the current Monopoly game. After nearly a month of voting, fans from around the world decided the Thimble Token will not “Pass GO” anymore in the next generation of the game. Hasbro says the thimble was an integral part of day-to-day life when the token was originally…
DULUTH, Minn. – The FOX 21 Morning Crew hit the road for this week’s Cooking Connection, stopping by Great Harvest Bread Co. in Duluth. Lee Davidson, Co-Owner of Great Harvest, gave Brett Scott a tour of the facility, while employees were hard at work shaping fresh baguettes. The team typically gets to work around 3:45a.m., with one baker sponging breads, while…
DULUTH, Minn.-Enbridge has announced it’s acquiring 27.6 percent of the Bakken Pipeline System. That pipeline is part of the very controversial Dakota Access Pipeline, which runs through some ancient Native American sites in North Dakota. It’s has also caused concern for the environment in that region as well. Both of those issues have caused large protests at the site. Enbridge…
WEST ALLIS, Wis. (AP) – Prosecutors have filed charges against a 14-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting two teenage brothers during a failed attempted to rob them of money and marijuana at a house in a Milwaukee suburb. Charging documents filed Wednesday say the boy told investigators he didn’t plan on hurting anyone but became scared when he got into…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP)-Minnesota lawmakers are moving to require diversity and crisis intervention training for law enforcement officers after two fatal shootings of black men put police-community relations in the spotlight. It’s a novel response to the officer-involved shootings that have garnered increased attention in recent years. Such shootings have prompted protests from the Black Lives Matter movement, which advocates…
DULUTH, Minn. – The 51st Annual Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel and RV Show is underway and technology training is being offered there this year. Lowrance is bringing their Marine Electronics University to the Duluth Sport Show. They’re leading a hands–on workshop using Lowrance HDS GEN3 Touch units. Sessions will have instruction on everything from routine setup and product use, to…
Chad Robertson (pictured top right) of Minneapolis was shot by an Amtrak police officer in Chicago.CHICAGO (AP) – A Minneapolis man who was shot by Amtrak police near Chicago’s Union Station has died. Chicago Police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi says 25-year-old Chad Robertson died Wednesday. Robertson was taking a bus from Memphis to Minneapolis and was on a stopover in Chicago…
UPDATE: Due to the overwhelming interest, all sessions are at capacity. Plans are in the works to add more sessions for the spring! SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Superior is hosting a free Beekeeping 101 workshop this weekend. Two workshops are planned for this weekend, one on Saturday February 18 from 9 a.m. – noon and another on Sunday…
MADISON, Wis. (AP)-Wisconsin Republican U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy says he won’t challenge Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin in 2018, clearing the way for other Republicans who had been waiting for his decision to get in the race. Duffy announced Thursday that he decided against challenging Baldwin, who will be up for re-election for the first time next year. Duffy is in…
DULUTH, Minn. – There’s a new spot to take your honey out to dinner. OMC, also known as Oink, Moo, and Cluck, is a new BBQ smokehouse in Lincoln Park that is sure to “meat” your expectations. Tom Hanson, who also owns the Duluth Grill, spent 2 1/2 years constructing an old vacant building that OMC currently sits in. Hanson…
Duluth, Minn Expect delays this coming spring along Michigan St. in downtown Duluth. Minnesota Power is teaming up with the city to further strengthen their energy output in hopes to cut down on future power outages. At the same time the city of Duluth plans to replace gas lines and water mains. They hope to minimize travel impacts as much…
DULUTH, Minn. – For ten years, the Duluth Daredevils robotics team has inspired the next wave of scientists and engineers. The team held an open house to celebrate the big milestone and to show off their newest robot. The Daredevils have worked on the robot everyday for the last six weeks. Students have done everything from wiring to programming. “We…
DULUTH, Minn. – The victim of Duluth’s first homicide of 2017 is twenty-two-year old William Grahek. He is the son of a St. Paul police sergeant and also served in the Army. Police have a person of interest, but have made no arrests or charges. The investigation remains active. Grahek played on the UMD Fighting Penguins rugby team. His teammates…
DULUTH, Minn. – While family and friends of Will Grahek are mourning, people in the East Hillside neighborhood, where the shooting occurred, are a bit on edge with a shooter on the loose. Neighbors say they’ve occasionally had their cars broken into, but nothing like a fatal shooting and officers on the streets with rifles out. They hope it’s an…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Dating violence isn’t something just affecting adults, Northland teens are also dealing with those scary situations. Today, the Council on Child Protection talked with Superior High School students to kick off teen dating violence awareness month. The hope is to educate these young daters about what a healthy relationship looks like. “The ones that do sometimes don’t…
DULUTH, Minn. – Donald Trump has been president for almost a month now, and there has been a lot of analysis about how his presidency has gone so far. Political experts, like UMD Political Science Professor Cindy Rugeley, have followed the President’s first month closely. She points out that even though many of President Trump’s policies have been controversial, they…
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DULUTH, Minn. – Emergency responders from across the Northland participated in a joint training workshop in Duluth today. The workshop focused on emergency groups, such as the Red Cross and local public health and emergency managers, gaining a better understanding of Family Assistance Centers and how groups can work together to use them in crisis situations. “People in Northeastern Minnesota…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Some of you may have seen a new building under construction on Tower Avenue in superior and wondered what it could be. The building will be the new headquarters of Bachand Group, which specializes in property management, and the oversight of Fen-Tech vinyl manufacturing. The new headquarters will combine the three current Bachand sites into one building…
DULUTH, Minn. – So far, 2017 is shaping up as a violent year in Duluth. “This is not the norm of what we’ve seen,” said Mayor Emily Larson. “There’s no question about it.” Despite six shootings in less than a month, Mayor Larson says the recent rash gun violence in Duluth isn’t unique to the city. “I think Duluth is…
ST. PAUL, Minn.- Talk has begun in the Minnesota Legislature to keep bars open until 4 a.m. Currently closing time is set for 2 a.m. The bill is still a long ways away from becoming law. There have also be recent discussions on having liquor stores stay open on Sunday. That too, is a long ways away from becoming a…
MADISON (AP) – Updated data from the state Department of Natural Resources shows hunters killed about 4,280 more deer during this past nine-day gun season than they did in 2015. Preliminary estimates after the season ended in November put the kill total at 196,785, down from 198,057 in 2015. Updated figures the DNR released February 7 show hunters took 202,338…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools Superintendent Bill Gronseth is up for yet another job. This time, he is being eyed up for the position of superintendent at White Bear Lake School District. Gronseth is also a finalist for another superintendent job near the Twin Cities. Gronseth has been a finalist for other superintendent jobs in the past few years,…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Lt. Governor Tina Smith was joined by Minnesota workers and legislators at the State Capitol today, to rally and urge the Legislature to hold employees that commit wage theft accountable for their failure to pay for work already performed. Wage theft occurs when employers don’t pay workers what is owed to them for work performed. The…
MINNESOTA-The Coalition to Draft Democratic Congressman Rick Nolan for Minnesota governor was announced yesterday. The group distributed a letter signed by more than 100 political, business, and civic leaders. It’s expected in the coming weeks, that the organization will try to gather even more support for Nolan. The Congressman has not officially announced yet, whether he’s running for governor. …
