DULUTH, Minn. — Zachary Moder has announced his campaign for Duluth City Council At-Large. Moder has been an entrepreneur, actor, musician, and served in the National Guard. His priorities are focusing on actually affordable housing, revitalizing Downtown Duluth, and growth for the creative community. “I’m not a politician. I’m just a person in Duluth. I’m a resident, just like…
DULUTH, Minn. – Business Owner Chris Adatte has announced he’s running for Duluth City Council. He’s running for the seat for District Two. Adatte says one important thing that he wants to do is to provide good reasons, meaning jobs. for UMD and St. Scholastica students to stay in Duluth after graduation. He wants them to stay local and not…
DULUTH, Minn. – A local business owner is making another run for Duluth city council at large. Asher Estrin-Haire, the owner of Stitchcraf Quilt Factory in Lakeside, is making his second run for Duluth City Council. Estrin-Haire is running for one of the two ‘at-large’ seats that are up for election in November. The small business owner said he would…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – At Superior’s ‘State of the City’ address, Mayor Paine said he is hoping to continue the city’s growth but wants to address lingering issues. Superior Mayor Jim Paine spoke to members of the public on Thursday for his annual ‘State of the City’ address. Mayor Paine highlighted the addition of new businesses and community involvement in planning…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — As US Senator Tammy Baldwin continues her “Hands Off Medicaid Tour,” she made a stop in Superior to talk with community members who could be affected. Senator Baldwin is pushing back against the plan to slash Medicaid to pay for tax cuts for billionaires, which is backed by President Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans. Medicaid, widely known…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s new Safe Bay location for homeless to sleep in their vehicles overnight has been shut down — at least temporarily — after only being operational for about a week. City and CHUM officials told FOX 21 on Sunday that an attorney for nearby neighbors of the Safe Bay location in the church’s back parking lot has…
Klobuchar meeting with Prime Minister Carney and Senate delegation, including Senators Jeanne Shaheen, Tim Kaine, Kevin Cramer, and Peter Welch. Photo: The Office of the Prime Minister of Canada, Lars Hagberg. OTTAWA, Can. — Minnesota Senator (D) Amy Klobuchar and other U.S. Senators from both Democrat and Republic parties met with Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday…
ASHLAND, Wis. — Governor Evers is on his annual “Pothole Patrol” across Wisconsin. Evers’ is looking to invest $100 million towards the Local Roads Improvement supplement program. Throughout the state THERE ARE plans for millions of additional dollars towards rural roads, bridge projects, and modernizing infrastructure. On Tuesday, the governor stopped in Ashland, where crews are already at work on…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tuesday, May 20, was the first official day that Duluth City Council candidates can file for elections. Candidates have until June 8th to officially cast their bid into the race. To run for Duluth City Council you must be a registered voter, be at least 21-years-old, and reside in their district for at least 30-days prior to…
DULUTH, Minn. — David Clanaugh Announced his candidacy for the district 4 seat of Duluth City Council. His goals are community driven, believing that district representatives need to really know the neighborhoods they represent. Those goals are grounded in his experience. He has had many positions in community supportive roles such as Executive Director for the regional Habitat For…
BRIMSON, Minn. –Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith visited the Camp House fire zone to take in the carnage firsthand. The group first visited the Incident Command Center at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Two Harbors, and met with teams responding to the fires. Governor Walz thanked the crews and volunteers, and shared his…
Azrin Awal Announcement Post DULUTH, Minn. – City Councilor Azrin Awal posted on social media, “Today, I announce that I will not be running for re-election this year. My heart is grateful for all the good we accomplished together, all the voices we uplifted, and all the future possibilities in the world.” Awal was first elected to the Duluth City…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz and leaders of the Minnesota Legislature announced a hard-fought budget deal Thursday, contrasting the bipartisan cooperation that produced the agreement with the deep divisions that have tied Washington in knots. The Democratic governor and former vice presidential candidate noted that he was sharply critical of President Donald Trump’s administration, and what…
MINNESOTA — The five-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder is coming later this month on May 25th. And with that, there are concerns President Donald Trump might issue his convicted killer — Derek Chauvin — a pardon. Trump has not given any public indication he would pardon the former Minneapolis police officer. But rumors persist. Chauvin is currently in federal…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert is concerned, but not surprised, more Local Government Aid (LGA) could be cut from the city. On Wednesday, Reinert said the Minnesota Legislature’s Senate Committee on Taxes released its omnibus tax bill, which includes a 3.1 percent cut to Duluth’s LGA, or $1.1 million out of the city’s general fund budgets. Mayor Reinert…
DULUTH, Minn. — Rosie Loeffler-Kemp has announced her bid for re-election to the Duluth School Board in District 1. Highlighting over 30 years of community involvement and nonprofit leadership, she emphasized her commitment to strong public schools and collaborative leadership. “It is an honor and privilege to serve on the Duluth School Board. I will continue to build on our…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Urgent internal struggles within the Superior Police Department will officially be handled by an outside consultant for no more than $50,000 after the city council unanimously approved the measure at tonight’s city council meeting. Last month, Mayor Jim Paine told the Public Safety Committee there are a number of cultural issues, interpersonal conflicts and potential personnel concerns…
ST. PAUL – Keri Heintzeman was was sworn in May 6, 2025 as the newest member of the Minnesota Senate. She won a special election on April 29 to represent District 6 after Senator Justin Eichorn resigned. He district includes parts of Cass, Crow Wing, and Itasca counties. In a news release the now Senator Keri Heintzeman said, “I’m deeply grateful to…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said Friday that every American should be concerned about “chilling” suggestions from President Donald Trump’s top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents. “I’m not afraid,” Evers said in the extraordinary video posted on…
DULUTH, Minn. – Dozens come out for ‘May Day’ protest against Trump administration’s policies. Thursday’s protest outside of the Duluth Federal Courthouse, was one of many anti-Trump protests held across the nation on ‘May Day.’ The protests come amid drastic changes instituted by President Donald Trump during his first 100 days (back) in office, such as cuts to the federal…
ST. PAUL, Minn — A bill to extend unemployment benefits for laid off miners is one step closer to approval. Senator Hauschild’s Bill was successfully Amended to Jobs Bill during Senate Floor Debate. Iron Range Senators Hauschild and Farnsworth brought the bill forward. If passed over six hundred laid off steelworkers would be eligible for the extended benefits. “When our…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — U.S. Rep. Angie Craig on Tuesday became the latest Minnesota Democrat to enter the increasingly competitive race for a U.S. Senate seat currently held by the retiring Sen. Tina Smith. In her launch video, Craig vows to “break through the chaos” and fight back against “a president trampling our rights and freedoms as he profits for personal…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — X Corp., the social media platform owned by Trump adviser Elon Musk, is challenging the constitutionality of a Minnesota ban on using deepfakes to influence elections and harm candidates, saying it violates First Amendment speech protections. The company’s federal lawsuit filed this week also contends that the 2023 state law is preempted by a 1996 federal statute…
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – A Wisconsin judge was arrested Friday morning on federal charges that allege she attempted to prevent immigration officials from executing an arrest. FBI agents arrested Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan on Friday morning, for charges of obstructing immigration authorities and concealing an individual to prevent their arrest. That individual, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, is a Mexican national and is…
DULUTH, MN – Representative Pete Stauber (R-MN) posted on X that he will be attending the funeral of Pope Francis. Stauber wrote, “I am deeply honored to join a bipartisan group of lawmakers in attending the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend. Over a decade ago, during a pilgrimage to Rome, I had the privilege of exchanging a zucchetto with…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz pledged Wednesday night to do everything in his power to protect Minnesotans from the chaos that he said President Donald Trump has unleashed on the country and the world. Delivering his annual State of the State speech to a joint session of the Legislature, the Democratic governor said Minnesota is as strong…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local business owner and former Duluth City Council member Derek Medved announced his Candidacy for Duluth City Council At-Large. On Thursday, he kicked his campaign off at the Gary-New Duluth Rec center as a nod to his roots in the city. Medved, who owns Korner Stores and Little Stores in the Northland, left his previous council seat…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Police Department is dealing with “urgent” internal struggles that Mayor Jim Paine said needs an outside review as soon as possible to keep the situation from becoming a “crisis.” Mayor Paine made his concerns known at the April 17 Public Safety Committee meeting. He said there are a number of cultural issues, interpersonal conflicts and…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Senator Amy Klobuchar visited Two Harbors on Monday to announce the groundbreaking of two projects along the city’s waterfront and the impact and effects of tourism. Senator Klobuchar says that a $90-billion projected loss in tourism revenue is expected across the country for just 2025. At a press event in Two Harbors, on Monday, Klobuchar talked…
ST. PAUL, MN – As the floor session convenes on April 21, 2025 the House of Representatives will honor the life and legacy of Mary Murphy. The Murphy Is presented Mary Murphy Day Proclamation by Lt, Gov, Peggy Flanigan State Representative Mary Murphy was the longest-serving woman in the history of the Minnesota House. “Mary Murphy Day” will feature the…
Courtesy: Associated Press Marijuana culture’s high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways, including an “Easter nug hunt” in Los Angeles, kosher-style THC gummies in New York and a “blaze and praise” drag brunch in Portland, Oregon. “It seemed appropriate…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Mike Mayou stepping down as Duluth’s District 2 Representative, former city employee Diane Desotelle is looking to step-up. She announced today that she is running for the district 2 seat on Duluth’s city council. As a former civil engineer and natural resource planner, Desotelle feels she has the knowledge and experience to do right by…
DULUTH, Minn. — A candidate has announced his run for Duluth city council at-large. Jordon Johnson, was born and raised in Duluth. He is the former executive director of Life House. In 2024 he ran for Minnesota House District 8A. Johnson says he would bring accountability and transparency to the council, with a focus on fair and accessible housing, economic…
Two U-S senators, including Minnesota’s Amy Klobuchar, are working across the aisle to combat human trafficking. Senator Klobuchar, a democrat, has co-sponsored three bills with Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn, a republican. They held a virtual press conference today to announce their newest bill called “The Combating Trafficking and Transportation Act.” This act aims to provide federal funding toward a public…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tara Swenson announced bid for re-election for the Duluth City Council District 4 Seat back in March. Swenson tells FOX 21 that she would focus on ensuring residents and visitors feels safe, by supporting first responders. Continuing to invest in infrastructure is another goal, citing her work with turning West Skyline near Enger Park into a one…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday, Duluth City Councilor at Large, Terese Tomanek, is seeking reelection this fall. The announcement coming at a press conference today at Duluth City Hall. There, Tomanek reflected on her efforts leading up to her current position. More specifically, her work involving the COVID-19 pandemic, as following her recognition for a Public Health Achievement Award. Tomanek also…
NORTHLAND – A number of Northland communities were part of the hundreds across the United States taking part in the “Hands Off” protests Saturday. The largest was likely in Duluth. Organizers say over 2,500 people gathered outside Duluth City Hall to protest the actions taken by the Trump administration to reduce the federal government through the ending of grants, programs,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Amazon has put in a bid to purchase TikTok, a Trump administration official said Wednesday, in an eleventh-hour pitch as a U.S. ban on the platform is set to go into effect Saturday. The official, who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said the Amazon offer was made in a…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin voters decided Tuesday to enshrine the state’s voter ID law in the state constitution. The state was also electing its top education official, who will guide policies affecting K-12 schools during President Donald Trump’s second term, will be elected Tuesday in a race between the teachers union-backed incumbent and a Republican-supported critic. Both contests had…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday, cementing a liberal majority for at least three more years. Susan Crawford, a Dane County judge who led legal fights to protect union power and abortion rights and to oppose voter ID, defeated Republican-backed Brad…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Officials in Minnesota are seeking answers in the case of a University of Minnesota graduate student who’s being detained by U.S. immigration authorities for unknown reasons. University leadership said Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained the student Thursday at an off-campus residence. Officials said the school was not given advance notice about the detention and did not share…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court on Sunday refused to hear a last-minute attempt by the state’s Democratic attorney general to stop billionaire Elon Musk from handing over $1 million checks to two voters, a ruling that came just minutes before the planned start of the rally. Two lower courts had already rejected the legal challenge by…
Judge Susan Crawford has embarked on a 10 day state-wide tour across Wisconsin for her “Common Sense Justice Tour.” With the election just six days away, Crawford was in Superior. Her campaign emphasizes voter rights, and believes in a justice system that highlights equality. “People really care about the Wisconsin Supreme Court both in the state of Wisconsin, and I’ve…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Mayor highlighted projects to create housing and the growth of local industry which aims to bring new jobs; however, when looking towards the future, he offered a sobering reality. City officials, past and present, were in attendance Wednesday evening for the 2025 State of the City Address (SoCA) at Ordean East Middle School. It is the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Public Schools Supt. John Magas has released the following statement about President Trump’s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Dept. of Education: “Duluth Public Schools is aware of the recent presidential executive order concerning the U.S. Department of Education. We are carefully reviewing the implications of this order for our district and our families. In…
The head of the beleaguered U.S. Postal Service, Louis DeJoy, resigned Monday after nearly five years in the position, leaving as President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency have floated the idea of privatizing mail service. DeJoy had said last month he planned to step down but hadn’t set a date. He leaves an agency with an…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A judge on Monday blocked the release of a former Minnesota state senator charged with soliciting a minor, after prosecutors leveled fresh allegations that he tried to obstruct the FBI’s investigation from jail. U.S. Magistrate Judge Shannon Elkins ruled that Justin Eichorn should remain jailed instead of being released to a halfway house on Tuesday…
DULUTH, Minn. — Letter carriers rallied Sunday in Duluth and Superior calling on U.S. lawmakers to keep their “hands off the postal service.” Dozens of people stood outside the federal building in downtown Duluth. The National Association of Letter Carriers were behind the “emergency” rallies. The organization said an effort to privatize or restructure the United States Postal Service is…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday called on his supporters to vote for a candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court who already had the full-throated backing of Trump’s billionaire adviser Elon Musk. “All Voters who believe in Common Sense should GET OUT TO VOTE EARLY for Brad Schimel,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. Trump’s post…
SUPERIOR, Wis. –Dozens of protesters rallied together in Superior on Friday, making their voices heard against President Trump and his administration. People with signs filled the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue. Some of the those signs reading “hands off social security” and “protect veteran benefits.” Many signs also showed support for Susan Crawford, the Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin…
