(achristmasstoryhouse.com) CLEVELAND, Ohio (FOX 32 News) – The house featured in the 1983 holiday film “A Christmas Story” is now accepting overnight guests. The home, located in Cleveland, is currently a museum that offers tours for fans of the movie. But starting in June, you can rent out the house overnight. Guests will have access to the entire house and…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Wild turkey populations are on the rise in northeastern Minnesota, and the birds are showing up in areas where they haven’t normally been seen, according to a report from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Generally seen in the lower half of the state, the wild turkeys have expanded their territory by finding areas of suitable…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Cool temperatures and wet fields have cost Minnesota farmers more delays in planting. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Monday that only 1.7 days were suitable for fieldwork last week. That marked five straight weeks with fewer than three days suitable for fieldwork. Minnesota’s corn crop is only 12 percent planted, which is 13 days…
Duluth, Minn. – Duluth’s Homegrown Music Festival is in full swing and a huge part of the week-long event is all about those photo–worthy moments. The Homegrown Photography showcase is on display at the Red Herring Lounge on East First Street. The local photographers’ shots capture the spirit of the festival on and off stage. “It’s not just photos of people…
MADISON, Wis.-Robot delivery vehicles may soon be cruising down sidewalks in some Wisconsin cities. The state Senate was set to pass a bill Tuesday that would legalize the delivery robots. The proposal would still have to pass the Assembly and be signed by Gov. Scott Walker before becoming law. The robots are essentially high–tech rolling coolers loaded with sensors that…
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota’s Republican Legislature isn’t backing down from Gov. Mark Dayton’s veto threats as lawmakers finalize their budget offer. The Legislature started piecing together budget bills Monday as legislative leaders prepared to head into negotiations with the Democratic governor. That’s where the real work of agreeing to a two–year budget will take place. And it won’t be easy. Republicans’…
DULUTH, Minn. – In just over a month runners from around the world will be taking over Two Harbors and Duluth. Today, a thrilling book is being released with many locations and themes Northlanders will recognize. The fiction book “Marathon” is written by Minnesota-based author Brian Freeman. The back of the book gives a small glimpse at the plot, “On a…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – An American flag is displayed proudly in Superior as military history lives within its fibers. This flag is owned by Dr. Jim Hoeffling of Twin Ports Chiropractic. His dad found this flag while tearing down a house and brought it home when Hoeffling was a child. After a little research, Hoeffling was able to get to the bottom…
HAYWARD, Wis. – Northland Veterans and citizens marched as part of a nationwide event on Saturday. Nearly 100 people put one foot in front of the other to “Carry the Fallen”. They marched over 8 miles from downtown Hayward to the LCO Reservation. Officers blocked the roads as they walked to raise awareness and funds to help end Veterans suicide. “It’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – Winter-like conditions may be stretching into spring, but the Minnesota Department of Transportation isn’t worried because official there say they’ve saved roughly $1 million this winter season. This $1 million saved is coming out of the $12.9 million budgeted for winter operations and will be used for summer operations. “We were really heading for an expensive winter,…
Superior, Wisc. Survivors of sexual assault are breaking the silence. They came together on Monday to speak about their experiences in a supportive environment. The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse (CASDA) worked with other agencies to host the “Break the Silence” event at the Spirit Room in Superior. Sexual assault survivors were able to talk about what happened, with each…
CLOQUET, Minn. – As the city of Cloquet builds a $38 million middle school, new plans are being proposed for the old middle school — in the form of much-needed housing. Holly Hansen, the city’s community development director, says Roers Investments wants to turn the building into 57 units of workforce housing – both market-rate and affordable. The development group…
The Duluth–Superior Area Community Foundation hosted a Soup and Civility discussion Monday night to help people become better listeners. Community members took part in training sessions where they applied different listening techniques. The Foundation wants people to see that disagreeing with someone is an opportunity to start positive discussions and understand a new perspective. “Listening is a lost art,” says…
DULUTH, Minn. – Rain showers Monday afternoon didn’t stop people from paying respect to a missing Duluth woman. The annual Rally for Missing, Murdered, and Trafficked Indigenous Women was dedicated to Sheila St. Claire, who was last seen in September of 2015. Shawn Carr, with the group “Idle No More” helped organize the rally. He hopes events like this will…
FLOODWOOD, Minn. – The Northland braced for bad weather today under multiple warnings and advisories. Rain pushed into the region Sunday night and turned into snow during the early morning hours on Monday. Wet snowflakes fell sideways across the sky spanning from Brainerd to Virginia, with 1-3″ of snow accumulating by the afternoon. “It was a total white out, it…
APOSTLE ISLANDS, Wis.-A new report from the National Park Service, showed that more than 180,000 people visited the Apostle Island National Lakeshore in 2016, generating nearly $36 million in revenue for that community. The study also showed that more than 450 jobs were created there because of all the tourists the park brings in. Across the country, the report said…
DULUTH, Minn.-Beginning today, the Duluth Transit Authority will be using their old pickup routes for 60 days rather than their newer transportation center, as construction continues on Michigan Street. All DTA buses will be detoured to the former Superior Street and Holiday Center bus stops, along with the East Transit Center. The Duluth Police Department and Jefferson Lines service will…
DULUTH, Minn.-Construction restarted today at the Kenwood Avenue and Arrowhead Road signal and paving improvement project. It’s the last phase of the project, which has a goal of providing safer transit for pedestrians and vehicles by easing congestion in that area. It will also lead to making businesses easier to access in the area. The project is expected to be completed…
DULUTH, Minn.-Today is Melanoma Monday – a day dedicated to reminding the public about the dangers of skin cancer. Skin care professionals told us today that one in five people develop skin cancer at some time in their life. Today, Twin Ports Dermatology offered free skin checks to anyone who wanted them. “A lot of times, skin cancer can start off…
MADISON, Wis.-Wisconsin lawmakers are set to vote on nearly a dozen bills designed to combat opioid addiction. Republican Rep. John Nygren has written 11 bills based on recommendations from Gov. Scott Walker’s opioid task force. Walker called a special legislative session in January to pass the measures. The Senate is expected to vote Tuesday on nine bills, including measures calling…
CLOQUET, Minn.- The City of Cloquet is in the process of finishing up the Memorial Wall in Veterans Park, to honor those who have fought for our country. The veteran wall was a project that had been talked about for years that became a reality last September when construction started. The wall is a pre-cast concrete wall, with granite panels…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- This year marks a century of the American Red Cross serving the City of Superior The Superior chapter of the Red Cross Opened in 1917, when world war 1 was going on and there was a need for the American cross to support soldiers from Superior fighting overseas. The American Red Cross was also there to help when…
Chipotle has announced it will be honoring all educators by giving out Buy One Get One Free for all burritos, bowls, tacos, or salads, on Tuesday, May 2 for Teacher Appreciation Day. Teachers, faculty, and staff are eligible with a school ID anytime between 3 p.m. and close. The offer is only valid for in-restaurant orders. Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota officials are warning about a rising number of reports of a disease in raccoons that can affect dogs. The Department of Natural Resources says canine distemper cases have been confirmed in Olmsted and Yellow Medicine counties, and that the sick raccoons also have been reported in Dodge, Winona, and Kandiyohi counties. Dr. Joni Scheftel,…
JANESVILLE, Wis. (AP) – Half of the nearly 30 methamphetamine labs identified by law enforcement in Wisconsin since October have been found in two southern counties. Data from the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Milwaukee office show Rock County had four labs while Walworth County had nine. Rock County sheriff’s Cmdr. Troy Knudson tells the Janesville Gazette that meth incidents are increasing…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A Madison attorney and first-time candidate who has been a longtime Democratic donor is running for the state Supreme Court. Tim Burns said Monday that he will challenge conservative incumbent Justice Michael Gableman in the April 2018 election. Gableman wrote the majority opinion in 2014 upholding Gov. Scott Walker’s Act 10 law that took away union…
STURGEON BAY, Wis. (AP) – Two men have died after the kayaks they were in capsized in Lake Michigan near Wisconsin’s Door County. Authorities say the incident happened around midday Friday about 100 yards form shore near the town of Sevastopol, about 12 miles northeast of Sturgeon Bay. Rescuers found the men unresponsive and they were taken to a hospital…
CLOQUET, Minn. – A manufacturing facility in Cloquet has announced it will be shutting down the conveyor belts within the next six months. Newell Brands of Hoboken, New Jersey, a company that specializes in office supplies, outdoor recreation, appliances, and more, purchased the Jarden Home Brands facility in Cloquet in 2016. The facility manufactures and produces Pine Mountain® fire starters and…
HINCKLEY, Minn.-Two 17-year-old girls have turned themselves in after allegedly being involved in an attempted murder in Hinckley Wednesday. Aseil Abuhamed and Tayah Thomas turned themselves in to Hennepin County authorities. The teens allegedly stabbed a man which left him with life-threatening injuries. Police are continuing to investigate the incident. Categories: Crime, News, News – Latest News Tags: news…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Although the wintry weather has some folks thinking otherwise, Spring is upon us and with that brings more motorcycles on the roads. May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and is supported by ABATE of Wisconsin. Throughout the state, awareness day events are held to inform drivers the motorcyclists are back on the road. A rally is being held in…
DULUTH, Minn. – Ridesharing app, Uber, has announced that it is officially launching in Duluth, after a few minor holdups with insurance filings. “We’re excited to formally announce that Uber will be launching in Duluth this afternoon. Ridesharing will bring safe, affordable, and reliable transportation to thousands of Duluth residents and visitors while at the same time creating flexible earning…
DULUTH, Minn. – 50 years ago wicked weather caused a tragedy that is still breaking hearts today. “I didn’t know what was happening up here and the tragedy that was unfolding,” said Capt. Tom Mackay, a friend of storm victim Edgar Culbertson. As Sunday, April 30, 1967, came to a close it took four lives with it. Three young men, 16-year-old…
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – The Eau Claire Jazz Festival has brought musicians together for the last 51 years. And for some UW-Superior jazz players, that interaction has been key to them discovering the power of music. “I can’t think of a better example of an event that has pushed me to be the musician that I am,” says UWS music…
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth fire fighters responded to a report of a fire on the 800 block of East 3rd street. When the fire fighters arrived, there was fire on the balcony of the second floor, with flames reaching up to the third floor. Fire fighters made entry and rescued one person on the second floor through a window, using a…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the first day of the 2017 Homegrown Music Festival, which means it’s just the beginning of fun and local music for a whole week. Homegrown Music Festival originally started out as a birthday party for a local musician many years ago. But over the years, it has grown into an eight-day celebration of homegrown music, and many…
DULUTH, Minn.- Four Duluth organizations banded together for the Common Ground City Council Candidate Screening, Sunday. Feminist Action Collective, Duluth for Clean Water, Twin Ports Democratic Socialists of America, and Our Revolution Duluth, hosted screenings for the upcoming Duluth city council elections. The groups brought in people running for city council to the Zeitgeist, and asked the candidates questions about…
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DULUTH, Minn.- Hundreds of demonstrators were in Leif Erickson park Saturday, sounding the alarm of climate change. The event started with a rally. Many speakers addressed the issue of climate change and how human activity is hurting the planet. After the short rally, demonstrators marched from Leif Erickson Park to Lake Place Park. “We need to take action. We need…
CLOQUET, Minn.- Around 90 students from 7 different schools put on a musical performance for the annual Celebration of Young Musicians festival. Each school worked individually with the students to prepare them for the concert, where the kids sang together in a mass choir. “This gives our students an opportunity to do something different, than the ordinary classroom stuff,” said…
DULUTH, Minn.- Kids got active Saturday at the YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day in Duluth. Children and their families enjoyed time playing in bouncy houses, swimming, making crafts and rock climbing. Organizers say it’s a way to encourage kids to get active and live a healthy lifestyle. “We want to keep kids away from screens a little bit more. They spend…
Biwabik, Minn. – People in Biwabik came together again today as residents continue to clean up after a thunderstorm last summer destroyed the town’s cemetery. Even trees that were over 100 years old didn’t stand a chance when a thunderstorm rolled through Biwabik, MN last August packing winds of over 100 mph. Residents say it’s going to take 1 –2 more…
DULUTH, Minn.-Today students from Denfeld High School learned all about the tragic consequences of inattentive and impaired driving at a mock crash. Emergency vehicles were staged in the Denfeld parking lot as lights and sirens were activated to make it as realistic as possible. Some students even got involved and put on makeup to look like crash victims. Categories: News,…
CLOQUET, Minn. – Friends of Animals Humane Society in Cloquet moves in to a new location this weekend. Officials say Friends of Animals outgrew their old building and needed a bigger, updated shelter. Crews are finishing up work on the 12,000 square foot complex close to downtown Cloquet. And it’s only a matter of time before doors open. “We’re moving this…
CLOQUET, Minn. – This weekend, Cloquet Middle School hosts the Celebration of Young singers this weekend. Ninety-two students from seven elementary schools come together to celebrate music education .The Minnesota Music Educators Association sponsors the event. Students will sing six songs showcasing their talents. “To have an opportunity for so many kids who really want to sing and want to…
DULUTH, Minn.-Whole Foods Co-op and Vikre Distillery are teaming up to bring the Northland a veggie-filled cocktail. It’s their way of sending off Duluthians on a gin-filled note to end Earth Week. They call it a “Beta-Carrotini” which features carrots, ginger, and of course gin. Proceeds from the sale of the drink will go to the Junior League to help support…
DULUTH, Minn.- Students at Lakewood Elementary School met with science and outdoor professionals for a full day filled with hands on activities It was all part of The school’s Environmental Day. Professionals from organizations like Hawk Ridge or the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources taught the students about birding, using a compass, and how beavers can affect an ecosystem. The…
DULUTH, Minn.- Deputy Sheriffs and Correction officers in St. Louis County were officially sworn in Friday, during a ceremony Held at the Public Safety Building in Duluth. The ceremony was held to recognize new hires who had joined the Sheriff’s office since January of 2016, recent promotions, and those who had demonstrated outstanding service. “I think it’s just important for…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- After all the rain and snow the Northland has gotten in the last couple of days, Natural surface trails in Duluth are closed. Most of the trails across the bridge in Superior are still open, but some of the trails, like the Osaugie trail along the superior bay, is under construction. Linda Cadotte, the Parks and recreation director…
LAC COURTE OREILLES RESERVATION, Wis.-Three people died yesterday on the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation, possibly from carbon monoxide poisoning in the home they were in. According to the Dryden Wire, the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office received a call that two individuals were unresponsive at home on County Highway K, which is by the LCO Country Store. A third victim was…
ST. PAUL, Minn.-House and Senate Republicans are nearly ready to take on Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton in budget negotiations. GOP legislative leaders announced Friday they agreed to a rough framework for a nearly $45 billion, two-year budget. That doesn’t include more than $1 billion in tax aids and cuts. Lawmakers still need to work out the specifics behind those numbers,…
