Safe Travel for the Labor Day Weekend
Minnesota State Patrol Reminds Motorist to Slow Down and Be Safe
Millions of travelers are hitting the road this evening to enjoy the last long weekend of the summer season.
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Male Arrested on Drug Charges after Fleeing Police
Man was selling heroin out of Carlton Co. hotel
On Tuesday, August 30, a little after midnight, Duluth Police, investigators from the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, MN State Patrol, Proctor Police, Carlton County sheriff’s Department, Fond du Lac Police, Superior Police specifically their K-9, and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29-year-old, Joe Brown of Red Wing, MN after.
American Civil Liberties Union Lawsuit
ACLU is demading release of squad car video
The Minnesota chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit demanding the release of squad car video in the July 6 shooting of Philando Castile.
Dallas Police Chief Announces Retirement
Oversaw the response to sniper attack that killed 5 officers
Dallas Police Chief David Brown, who oversaw the response to a July sniper attack that killed five officers, has announced his retirement.
Drunk Driving Related Deaths on Overall Decline
New 2015 report shows DWI arrests at 35-year low and fewer repeat offenders
Attitudes toward drunk driving are changing for the better among Minnesotans, as fewer DWIs and drunk driving related deaths are occurring across the state.
Increased Wisconsin State Patrol Over Labor Day Weekend
Construction suspended for the holiday on most major highways
Traffic fatalities so far this year are about 8% higher than the same period last year.
Two Arrested in Duluth on Drug Charges
Duluth Police and Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force take down two more
On Friday, August 26 at 4:00 p.m., Duluth Police and the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force arrested 59-year-old, Barry Foster of Duluth and 38-year-old, Sheron Hoskins of Chicago after a search warrant was conducted at a residence in the area of Lake Avenue and 7th Street.
Bodies of Two Firefighters Returned to Michigan
Funeral Procession for Fallen Firefighters Passes Through the Northland
The bodies of two firefighters killed in a crash on a Minnesota interstate made their way through the Northland on Tuesday.
Superior K-9 a Part of Two Big Drug Busts
Marik uncovered 228 grams of meth and put four people in jail over a two-day period.
Marik uncovered 228 grams of meth and put four people in jail over a two-day period.
Driver Jailed in Fatal Fire Truck Crash on I-35W in Blaine
Held on suspicion of criminal vehicular homicide
Anoka County jail records show that the 28-year-old from Baraga, Michigan, was arrested after the crash Saturday on Interstate 35W in Blaine.
Fatal Stabbing at University of Minnesota
Thursday night Minneapolis officers found the man stabbed in a car
Minneapolis Police are currently investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred near the University of Minnesota campus, at University Ave SE and 13 Ave SE.
Man Charged in Minnesota State Park Shooting
26-year-old charged with second degree murder
Prosecutors have charged a 26-year-old with second degree murder in the fatal shooting of another man at a state park in southern Minnesota.
HillFest Traffic Advisory for Sunday August 28
Street closures will vary between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
The HillFest Festival will be taking place on Sunday, August 28, on 4th Street from 5th Avenue East to 7th Avenue East.
Superior Man Triathlon Traffic Advisory Issued for Sunday August 28
The triathlon will be held in the Harbor and Bayfront Areas
The Duluth Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for Sunday, August 28, for the Superior Man Triathlon. The event will be held in the Harbor and Bayfront areas, as well as London Road, resulting in various road closures.
Man Fires at Detroit Police Officers with Assault Rifle
Police patrol vehicle struck by gunfire
A Detroit police patrol vehicle was struck by gunfire as a man fire on two officers with an assault rifle.
Duluth Police and Fire Departments Battle for Good Cause
9th Annual Guns N Hoses
Thursday night the Duluth Police Department and the Duluth Fire Department will be battling on the diamond.
Full Criminal Complaint for Amber Alert Kidnapper, Zachary Anderson
The following is a statement of probable cause issued by Cass County Attorney's Office
Cass County Attorney Christopher Strandlie reports the arraignment of a 25-year-old Coon Rapids man on charges of Intentional Murder in the 2nd Degree, Criminal Sexual Conduct in the First Degree, Kidnapping and Unauthorized use of a Motor Vehicle in Cass County District Court on August 23, 2016.
Amber Alert Kidnapper Charged with Murder
Zachary Anderson has been charged with the murder of 5-year-old famiy friend, Alayna Ertl
The criminal complaint alleges that Zachary Todd Anderson, age 25 abducted a 5-year-old girl, Alayna Ertl, and stole a 2002 GMC pick-up, from the girl’s home in Meeker county, Minnesota prior to 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 20th.
Charges Expected Today in Kidnapping, Death of Young Girl
Criminal charges are expected soon against a suspect in the kidnapping and killing a 5-year-old girl from central Minnesota.
Weekend Vehicle Prowls in Duluth
Duluth Police received a large number of vehicle break-in reports
Criminals were busy over the weekend in Duluth.
Two Body Cams were Recording in Milwaukee Shooting
Fatal shooting sparked two nights of violence and riots
Wisconsin’s attorney general says the fatal police shooting in Milwaukee that sparked two nights of violence was recorded by not one, but two body cameras.
Warrant Workout Event in Carlton County
Criminal justice community is sponsoring the event at the Carlton Co. Courthouse
On Thursday, August 25, the Carlton County criminal justice community is sponsoring a “warrant workout” event at the Carlton County Courthouse in Carlton.
Methamphetamine Search Leads to Two Arrests
Officials Arrest Two on Methamphetamine Charges
On Monday, August 15, Law Enforcement officers served two search warrants in Radisson and Exeland, Wisconsin as the result of two methamphetamine investigations.
Missing Grand Rapids Teenager
15 year old was last seen on August 1
The Grand Rapids, Minnesota Police Department has reported Ava Cook, 15, of Grand Rapids missing.
Minneapolis Man Charged in Infant Daughter’s Death
Daughter was found dead inside his duplex
A 21-year-old Minneapolis man has been charged for beating his 4-month-old daughter to death.
Minnesota State Fair to Increase Security
Once again there will be something new on a stick at The Great Minnesota Get-Together, but there will also be new security measures.
Duluth Man Arrested on Drug and Firearm Charges
A Duluth man was recently arrested on drug and firearm charges.
Man Assaulted with Hatchet near Leech Lake
In the early hours of Saturday, August 13, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an assault involving a weapon near Oak Point area of Leech Lake, rural Cass Lake, Minn.
Woman Fatally Shot in Northfield
Police in a southeastern Minnesota city say a woman in her 60s was fatally shot by another woman who was arrested and later released.
U.S. Court Orders Release of Nephew in ‘Making a Murderer’
Federal court overturns conviction of Brendan Dassey
A federal court in Wisconsin has overturned the conviction of a Brendan Dassey, who was found guilty of helping his uncle kill Teresa Halbach in a case profiled in the Netflix documentary, “Making a Murderer.”
Registration Opens for 14th Annual Citizens’ Police Academy
Superior Police Department gives residents a chance for hands-on experience
The Superior Police Department has opened registration for its 14th annual Citizen’s Police Academy.
Lutsen Man Missing
FOUND August 12
FOUND: Shaun Bell was located safe in Aitkin County Friday August 12.
Missing Person Alert
Todd County Sheriff's Office looking for assistance in locating Osakis man
The Todd County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating Alan Michael Thomas, 47, of Osakis, MN.
UPDATE: Cass County Missing Person Investigation Continues
Missing person case in rural Motley, MN
Missing person investigation is on-going and several leads have been followed up with no substantial results.
Shots Fired Wednesday Night
Duluth Police responded to a call from a person hearing shots fired
Duluth Police responded to a call from a person who heard shots fired on W 2nd Street.
Inmate Death at Beltrami County Jail
Inmate found dead in his cell by cell mates
At around 6:50 a.m. on August 11, an inmate at the Beltrami County jail was found unresponsive in his cell by other cell mates who alerted jail staff. Immediate lifesaving efforts were initiated and Fire and EMS personnel were called to the jail, but the inmate was pronounced dead at the scene.
Search Dog Reunites Lost Boy with Family
A boy in red pajamas wandered away from his home
St. Paul police credit K-9 partner with reuniting a lost 3-year-old with his family.
Double Shooting in Northwestern Minnesota
Investigators have identified the individuals found fatally shot
Authorities have identified a couple found fatally shot at a farm in northwestern Minnesota.
Mt. Iron Man Injured in Motorcycle Accident
A Mt. Iron man was injured in a motorcycle crash Tuesday night.
Burglary Suspect Arrested
Duluth Police arrested an Embarrass man for 2nd degree burlary
On Tuesday August 2, just after midnight, Duluth Police arrested 50-year-old Wallace Warren of Embrrass, MN for 2nd degree burglary.
Cop on a Rooftop Special Olympics Fundraising Event
Dunkin' Donuts and Officers are teaming up to raise money for Special Olympics Wisconsin
The Superior Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will be supporting the more than 10,000 Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes.
Minneapolis Police Department Announces Policy Changes
Policy changes aimed at defusing conflicts between officers and the public
The Minneapolis Police Department has announced four policy changes aimed at defusing conflicts between officers and the public that could potentially turn deadly.
Level III Predatory Offender Relocates to Duluth
Duluth Police Department is notifying the city of a level III offender that has been released and relocated
The Duluth Police Department is notifying the public on the release and relocation of a Level III Predatory Offender 55 year old, David Houle.
Multiple Individuals Arrested on Drug Charges
Twin Ports and Fon du Lac Reservation arrests on distributing controlled substances
On Tuesday, August 2, investigators from the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force with assistance of the Duluth Police Department, St. Louis Sheriff’s office, Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, Superior Police Department, Cloquet Police Department, and the Fond Du Lac Police Department arrested multiple individuals for distributing controlled substances.
Duluth Missing Person Alert
Duluth Police Department is seeking the public's assistance
The Duluth Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Roger Swanson, 52.
Beloit Missing Person Alert
City of Beloit Police Department is seeking the public's assistance
UPDATE: Authorities have located Delores Wolfley
Chief Tusken: Efficiency Check First Before Hiring More Cops
Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken has been on the job as the city’s top cop for roughly 90 days now, and he’s talking to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger about hard research underway to decide whether more cops should be on the streets of Duluth.
Superior Night of Blue
Superior residents used blue lights to show their support for local law enforcement.
As part of National Night Out in Superior, the city lit the night skies in blue in support of local law enforcement.
Police Shooting in South Carolina Leaves Suspect Dead
Virginia man wanted for murder was shot and killed after shooting at police
At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday August 2, authorities located a man wanted for murder, after he stole his victim’s car.
Suspicious Activity Call Results in Man Arrested
Duluth Police Department gets the arrest after a suspicious activity call
Duluth Police Department makes an arrest after receiving and responding to a suspicious activity call.
