Citizens Show Support For Superior Police
Hundreds to Participate in "Night of Blue"
A group of Superior residents have a strong statement to make they support local law enforcement, and they want to show it on their own homes.
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Heroin Homicide Sentencing
A 23-year-old woman who sold heroin to a Hermantown woman who died after using it was sentenced to more than six years in prison, Monday.
1989 Wisconsin Cold Case Body to be Exhumed
Newborn baby boy found dead nearly 27 years ago to be exhumed Thursday
Authorities in southeastern Wisconsin plan to exhume the body of a newborn baby who was found dead nearly 27-years-ago. Trappers had found the boy’s body beneath the Des Plaines River Bridge in the Town of Paris on November 9, 1989.
Pokemon is a no-Go on Roadways
It is creating real-world hazards for users
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) State Patrol warns motorists to not let the Pokemon craze drive them crazy. The mobile gaming app lets players catch Pokemon in real life and in real time using a phone’s GPS and augmented reality settings.
National Night Out Block Party
Neighborhoods join together to promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity
On August 2nd, neighborhood throughout Duluth will be joining forces with thousands of communities nation wide for the 33rd Annual National Night Out Crime and Drug Prevention Event.
14-Year-Old Seeks Her “First Kill”
Wisconsin Teen Slits Throat of Brother's Girlfriend
The Associated Press reports that a 14-year-old northwestern Wisconsin girl told police she was a psychopath looking for her first kill. She is now accused of riding her bike to the home of her brother’s girlfriend, beating her, and then slitting her throat.
Special Prosecutor Brought in to Assist in Castile Case
The attorney won't be leading the case
 A special prosecutor will be brought in to assist in the Philando Castile Investigation.
Businesses, Non-Profits Partner For ‘Superior Night of Blue’
Superior is about to go blue for police officers in an effort to show support for local law enforcement.
Relocation of Level III Predatory Offender
Release and relocation of 44-year-old
The Duluth Police Department is notifying the public on the release and relocation of a Level III Predatory Offender 44-year-old Dennis Armstrong.
Sawyer County Shooting Investigation
Two are dead in an apparent murder/suicide
On Wednesday July 27, the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call that a female victim has been shot at a residence at 10690W Twin Lakes Road in Sawyer County.
Proctor Man Arrested on Fleeing and Assault Charges
Samuel Nelson formally charged on Tuesday
On Tuesday, July 26, 2016, Samuel Nelson of Proctor was formally charged with two counts of Fleeing Police in a Motor Vehicle and one count of Assault in the Second Degree which involves a dangerous weapon.
Man Killed in Wisconsin Standoff with Police
A standoff in Lincoln County left the shooter dead
Authorities say a 50-year-old suspect fired at law officers during a standoff in Lincoln County before police shot and killed the individual.
Male Arrested on Firearm and Drug Charges
Another arrest on Duluth city streets
The Duluth Police Department reported on their Facebook page that late Tuesday morning officers and the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force made an arrest on the 2200 West block of 3rd Street.
Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Reagan Granted Freedom
John Hinckley Jr. attempted to kill Reagan on March 30, 1981
On March 30, 1981, John Hinckley Jr. attempted to shoot and kill President Ronald Regan outside of the Washington Hilton Hotel. Hinckley fired six shots, where he hit four people, including Reagan, who suffered a wound when a bullet bounced off the presidential limo.
Wisconsin Girls in Slender Man Attack to be Tried as Adults
In 2014, the girls accused of killing their classmate as a sacrifice to the fictional character
Back in 2014, two Wisconsin girls were accused of trying to kill their friend as a sacrifice to the fictional horror character, Slender Man.
Charges Filed in Fond du Lac Shooting
Suspect in drive-by shooting in Cloquet has been charged
Cloquet Police Chief, Steve Stracek, confirmed Tuesday, that a Virginia man with a lengthy criminal record has been charged with nine felonies in connection with the shooting that took place on Sunday.
St. Paul Police Arrest Summit Avenue Protesters
Protesters take to Summit once again for demostrations
Fox 9 – KMSP reports that St. Paul police have arrested at leas 20 protesters who refused to leave Summit Avenue in front of the Governor’s Residence. Police started making the arrests just after 11 am Tuesday, four hours after they began negotiations.
Second Annual Stand Against Child Abuse Conference Held
The First Witness Child Advocacy Center and Minnesota Children's Alliance join together for this event.
The First Witness Child Advocacy Center and Minnesota Children’s Alliance join together for this event.
Fatal Accident on Highway 63
Vehicle drives around a barricade of a washed out section of Hwy 63 near Grand View
On July 18, 2016 at around 9:30 A.M, a 911 call was received by the Bayfield County Communications center, from a WisDOT official, who was assessing damage to the washout on Highway 63 just north of Grand View, reporting a vehicle crash.
Violence Against Police Rises After Dallas Shootings
Officers are being gunned down across the country
Officers across the country are facing violence after the recent deaths of two black men.
29-Year-Old Charged with Possession of Child Pornography
Previously charged with drug and child endangerment
On Monday, June 27th, 2016, Ellis Tooles of Eagan, MN was initially arrested and then charged with possession of controlled substance and child endangerment.
At Least 15 Killed in Knifing Near Tokyo
Agencies reporting the knife wielding man has been arrested
The Associated Press reports that Japan’s national broadcaster NHK is reporting that 15 people were killed and 45 injured in a knife attack at a facility for the handicapped in Sagamihara, just outside Tokyo.
Missing Barnes Girl Found
Missing 14 Year-Old Found
Missing 14-year-old female from Barnes, WI found dead.
Level Three Predatory Offender Returning to Hibbing
Notification Meeting to be Held on Wednesday
A level three predatory offender will be returning to Hibbing in July.
Orlando Nightclub Shooting Kills 50
Alleged Shooter identified as Omar Mateen
A gunman killed 50 and injured dozens more in a Orlando nightclub.
Duluth Couple Targeted in Adoption Fraud
Florida Woman Arrested for Adoption Fraud Involving a Duluth Couple
Detectives assigned to the Economic Crimes Unit have arrested a woman for adoption fraud in Tampa, Florida that involves a Duluth couple.
Woman on Scooter Dies in Crash in Duluth
Duluth police are investigating a fatal accident involving a scooter.
Minnesota Road Fatalties Reach 200 for 2016
DPS urges driver to pay attention behind the wheel
Minnesota has now reached 200 road fatalities in 2016.
Police Chiefs Discuss Changes In Society
Northland Police Departments Work to Build Trust
Northland police departments are working to build trust and connect with communities.Â
Firefighters Battle House Fire In Central Hillside
Duluth firefighters were called to a house fire in the area of 4th Avenue East and 1st Street Wednesday evening where fire was seen shooting out of the attic.
Gunfire Erupts at Nightclub in Fort Myers
A teen event ends in 2 dead and others wounded
Gunfire erupted at a nightclub, Club Blu, in Fort Myers, Florida. The nightclub was hosting a swimsuit-themed party for teens when gunfire ensued, leaving two teens dead and at least 17 other people wounded, early Monday.
Duluth Police Special Investigation Unit Arrest
SIU arrests an individual who then attempts to flee
The Duluth Police Department reported on their Facebook page early Monday afternoon that the Duluth Police Special Investigation Unit received information on a wanted individual.
Fond du Lac Shooting Update
Suspect has been located and taken into custody
A suspect in the shooting that took place on the Fond du Lac Reservation Sunday afternoon, leaving two people injured has been located and taken into custody.
Duluth Heroin Arrest
Hand-to-hand drug transaction leads to arrest
On Monday July 18, at approximately 1:25 p.m., Duluth Police and the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force arrested 36-year-old Mario Jackson of Austin, MN.
Duluth Holds Public Safety Town Hall
The Civilian Review Board, Police and Fire Departments were all in attendance.
The Civilian Review Board, Police and Fire Departments were all in attendance.
Protests Outside of Republican National Convention
Heightened police presence outside Quicken Loans Arena
Police presence is heightened on day two of the Republican National Convention.
Ashland County Assistance Efforts
Ashland Co. Sheriff's Office gives helpful hand in flooding
The following information comes from a release from the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office following the week long efforts thus far to repair severe damages from the July 11th flooding.
Kansas City Officer Dead Following Shooting
Second officer to be shot this year
An officer with the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department was and killed Tuesday afternoon shot while responding to a 911 call that at least three people were shooting from a vehicle.
Former Duluth Police Chief Gordan Ramsay Continues His Great Service in Wichita
Ramsay sits down with protesters and broke bread
Organizers and Ramsay ended their discussion with an agreement to host a cookout, which took place at a city park, Sunday night.
Hermantown Police Pursuit
Hermantown officers assist St. Louis County Sheriff's Dept. in pursuit
In the early Tuesday morning hours, Hermantown Officers were requested to assist the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Department in locating a vehicle leaving the area of Munger Shaw Road traveling south on Hwy 53 towards Pike Lake.
Minneapolis Officers to Now Patrol in Pairs
As a precaution, patrols will no longer be alone for officers
Police officers in both Minneapolis and St. Paul are taking precautions as officer involved shootings are on the rise.
Man Dies in Iron Range Drowning
Man Jumped From Cliff and Drowned
A Mountain Iron man is dead after jumping off a cliff and drowning.
Duluth Police Prepare PSA For Pedestrian Safety
Safety at Crosswalks is Responsibility of Both Drivers and Pedestrians
Duluth Police are preparing a new public service announcement about cross walks.
Missing Person Alert: Vulnerable Adult
Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing person.
Traffic Advisory: Park Point 5 Miler
Duluth Police Department issues advisory for Park Point
A section of Minnesota Avenue will be closed off to motorists for the Park Point Miler.
Berrien County, MI Shooting Update
More information has been released as to how this incidient occurred
Fox News has confirmed that three people are dead and others injured after a shooting, Monday at a Michigan Courthouse.
Berrien Co., Michigan: 3 People Dead in Courthouse Shooting
Courthouse on lockdown after a deadly shooting
Three people are dead after a shooting at the Berrien Co. Courthouse.
Grand Rapids Teen Charged with Helping Suspect in Beheading
Teen Facing Charges for Allegedly Helping Murder Suspect
A Grand Rapids teen is facing charges in connection to a decapitation near Ball Club.
Grand Rapids Woman Charged as an Accomplice to the Murder of David Haiman
Joseph Thoresen's Girlfriend an Accomplice
Girlfriend of Joseph Thoresen, Kayleene Greniger has been charged with one count of Accomplice after the Fact to Murder in the Second Degree and one count of Assault in the Third Degree.
Grand Rapids Man Charged with Beheading Hibbing Man
Grand Rapids Man Charged with Second Degree Murder
Itasca County authorities have charged 35-year-old Joseph Christen Thoresen,of Grand Rapids with the murder of a Hibbing man.
