Minnesota

Coffee Conversation: Superior Porchfest Hosts ‘Fireside Jam’ Sept. 8

DULUTH, Minn. — Superior Porchfest is hosting one last community music event of the season with The Fireside Jam this Thursday, Sept. 8 at Girl Scout Point in Superior’s Billings Park. Boedigheimer Bergsven Duo stopped by the morning show Tuesday to help preview the event and play a jam. The free Fireside Jam is happening from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30…

Florida Woman Dies After ATV Crash

OUTING, Minn. — A 56 year-old woman from Florida died after an ATV crash on Monday. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says they received a report of an off-road vehicle crash on the Emily-Outing “B” Trail in Outing, Minnesota at 3:11 p.m. When officials arrived at the scene they found that a group of ATV riders travelling for the day,…

13-Year-Old Girl Killed In Minnesota Boat Crash

HACKENSACK, Minn. (AP) — Sheriff’s officials in Minnesota are investigating a boat crash that killed a 13-year-old girl. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened Sunday about 10 p.m. on Ten Mile Lake near Hackensack. Authorities said a 50-year-old Horace, North Dakota man was driving the boat when it “possibly struck something on or near the shoreline″ which…

All-Ages Pride Themed Drag Show Brings Supporters and Protestors to Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Flame held an all-ages drag show to wrap up pride weekend. The show brought in both supporters and protestors. This is the second kid-friendly drag show the flame has put on and featured performances from kids, drag queens, and kings. Performers lip-synced to popular songs while dressed up in costumes such as Disney Princesses. Peter…

The Northern Lights: One of Mother Nature’s Greatest Spectacles

DULUTH, MN – Throughout the year, we are treated here in the Northland with one of Mother Nature’s greatest visual displays, the northern lights, or, aurora borealis.  Typically, one would have to take a drive up the North Shore from Duluth hoping that it is worth the drive.  This weekend we were spared the travel time and the northern lights…

2nd Annual “Ride For Cameron” Fundraiser

The fundraiser raised about $1,000 for Life Source.

STURGEON LAKE, Minn. — The 2nd Annual “Ride for Cameron” fundraiser took place this weekend raising about $1,000 for Life Source. A group all terrain vehicle ride took place in Sturgeon Lake to celebrate the life of a young boy named Cameron. The fundraiser is in honor of the 3 1/2 year-old boy who had a love of riding four…

Marcus Duluth Cinema Celebrates National Movie Day

DULUTH, Minn.– It was “National Cinema Day” across the nation, which meant movie tickets were only three dollars all day Saturday. For the first year ever the Marcus Duluth cinema joined in on the national trend. Tickets were selling out the door as locals swarmed in like flies to see the big screen, for a small price. Marcus Theatre employees…

Shooting, Brawl At Minnesota State Fair Triggers Mass Crowd Panic, Exodus, And Early Closure

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – A person was shot during a brawl in the Midway section of the Minnesota State Fair Saturday night, triggering a mass panic and chaotic crowd rushing out of the area, resulting in the early closure of the fairgrounds. The Minnesota State Fair Police Department said that officers responded to a gunshot shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday…

Update on the Chisholm Officer-Involved Shooting Resulting in Death

CHISHOLM, Minn. — Update on the April 2022 officer-involved shooting that occurred in Chisholm and resulted in the death of Michael David Johnson. On April 20th, law enforcement officers had shown up at a house in Chisholm, trying to arrest Michael David Johnson on stalking charges in another county. Investigators said that when efforts to communicate with Johnson were unsuccessful,…

Duluth’s Warrior Brewing Releases New Bourbon Ale

DULUTH, Minn. — The veteran owned Warrior Brewing Company is putting out a new brew that highlights one specific community partnership. Them and Strong Compass have come together to create a Bourbon Barrel Ale. Their mission is to brew beer with different veterans, law enforcement, and emergency services. Being veteran owned and operated, partnering with Strong Compass was a no…

Apple River Stabbing: Wisconsin Judge Rules Nicolae Miu Will Stand Trial

HUDSON, Wisc. (FOX 9) – The man accused of fatally stabbing a teenager and injuring four others during a tubing trip on the Apple River in Wisconsin will stand trial for murder, a judge ruled Friday in a preliminary hearing. St. Croix County Circuit Court Judge Michael Waterman found there was enough evidence for Nicolae Miu, 52, of Prior Lake, Minnesota to be arraigned on…

MNA Announces Strike For 15K Nurses, Hospitals Say Strike Is Illegal After Protocols Not Followed

MINNESOTA– On Thursday, the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) announced it will be going on strike. Nurses at 16 different hospitals in the Twin Cities, Twin Ports, and Moose Lake will go on a three-day strike starting on September 12th, 2022. The MNA and the hospitals spent more than five months in contract negotiations that fell flat. The hospitals and the…

Teachers Prepare their Classrooms for Students to Return

DULUTH, Minn, — Teachers are prepping their classrooms and patiently waiting for the school year to start, including those at Lester Park Elementary. Kindergarten teacher, Sara Hill’s classroom is vibrant and splashed with colors of the rainbow. Anticipation is creeping in, but Hill says all of the work spent prepping will be worth it when the students arrive. “I think…

A Rundown Of Duluth-Superior Pride Events

DULUTH, Minn. — If you’re in the Duluth-Superior area this weekend, you may want a heads up as to what events are going on. Specifically the Duluth-Superior Pride Festival. Here is a list of the events in order. Thursday: DS Pride Art Exhibit and Meet and Greet Mayor’s Opening Reception Friday: Drag Story Time Youth Pride Dance at Life House…

Man Arrested After Burglarizing Duluth Business

DULUTH, Minn. — A 36 year-old man was arrested after allegedly being involved in a burglary in Duluth, according to the Duluth Police Department. At 9 p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to a burglary in progress at a business on the 2300 block of West Superior Street. When police arrived, witnesses told them they saw a man break a window with…

Minnesota Nurses Association Announces Historic Strike Of 15K Nurses

(FOX 9) – The Minnesota Nurses Association on Thursday announced 15,000 nurses are going to go on strike in 10 days. The nurses will strike for three days at 15 hospitals across seven different hospital systems in the Twin Cities and Duluth, as well as Moose Lake and Superior, Wisconsin. The strike is the largest nurses’ strike in U.S. history, according to the…

Duluth holds a Proclamation of Overdose Awareness Day

DULUTH, Minn. — City leaders and Duluth community members joined together in holding a proclamation of Overdose Awareness Day and a declaration of September as National Recovery Month. Today is Overdose Awareness Day, a global event to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of drug-related death. This year, over 107 thousand lives were lost to preventable overdose. On Wednesday, the…

Homeland Security Provides School Safety Tips For Parents

MINNESOTA — For schools, preparation for the new year includes safety plans. They cover every kind of situation from severe weather to potential violence. Minnesota’s School Safety Center also has some advice for parents to help their children prepare. Be familiar with your school’s plan for evacuation, relocation and getting reunited again. Talk with your child about the various drills…

Deadly Bird Flu Returns To Midwest Earlier Than Expected

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Bird flu has returned to the Midwest earlier than authorities expected after a lull of several months, with the highly pathogenic disease being detected in a commercial turkey flock in western Minnesota, officials said Wednesday. The disease was detected after a farm in Meeker County reported an increase in mortality last weekend, the Minnesota Board of Animal…

Coffee Conversation: ‘Water Is Life Festival’ Sept. 4

DULUTH, Minn. — The Water Is Life Festival is coming up Sunday, Sept. 4 at Bayfront Festival Park. One of the many musicians playing at the event, David Huckfelt, stopped by the morning show to talk about the mission behind the event and what to expect! Check out his interview and songs below, and click here for more info. on…

Opening Week for “Duluth’s Best Bread” Downtown Bakery

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s officially opening week for the second location of “Duluth’s Best Bread.” The beloved bakery originates in West Duluth. Now, owners have opened a second shop downtown, on 120 E Superior Street. There are new additions to the menu, including; the Nutella Croissant and the Crunchy Munchkin Cookie. You can place your order in English, German, or…

Young Cloquet Man Is Dead After Motorcycle Crash

CLOQUET, Minn. — A 26 year-old motorcyclist from Cloquet is dead after a crash with a small vehicle. According to the Cloquet Police Department, they responded to an accident at 11:05 p.m. Monday on Carlton Avenue and 22nd Street in Cloquet. Officers say the crash involved a small red sport-utility vehicle and the motorcycle. The driver of the motorcycle had…

Coffee Conversation: MN Moder, Pinnacle Pointe Studio

DULUTH, Minn. — Zachary Moder, of MN Moder, is a Duluth artist who showcased his rapping skills on the morning show Wednesday. Moder was also joined by the owner of Pinnacle Pointe Studios in Duluth, Anthony Miller, to talk about how that business is helping all levels of artists — both local, like Moder, and others out of the area….

Coffee Conversation: Duluth-Superior Pride Festival Preview

DULUTH, Minn. — Members of the Duluth-Superior Pride Committee stopped by the morning show Tuesday to preview the Mayor’s Reception, festival, parade and more! Click the video for the conversation, and click here to see a rundown of family friendly pride events happening through Sunday. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

AAA: Some MN Drivers Admit To Speeding, Being Distracted In School Zones

MINNESOTA — A new study from AAA is shedding light on how dangerous some drivers are acting in school zones. The company surveyed some Minnesota drivers. 34% admitted to going over the speed limit in active school zones, and 23% said they were distracted by their phones in those areas. AAA recommends that of course, you put down the phone…

Ribbon Cutting at The Sugar Shack Ice Cream Shop

VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Sugar Shack in Virginia has doubled in sweetness. On Monday, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the opening of its second shop. Here’s the scoop, the original Sugar Shack is a downtown success. Owners say they needed more space to dish out fan-favorite ice cream. The second shop is located on the outskirts of…

Pilot, Passenger Killed In Ultralight Crash In Minnesota

EMILY, Minn. (AP) — A pilot who gives rides over Minnesota lakes and a passenger were killed when the amphibious ultralight aircraft they were riding in crashed in north central Minnesota, according to the Crow Wing County sheriff officials. Authorities identified the victims as 61-year-old Douglas Johnson and a 58-year-old passenger, Lee Cemensky, of Las Vegas, Nevada. Both died at…

Coffee Conversation: St Luke’s Proctor Fitness Center Talks Back-To-School Health

DULUTH, Minn. — Members of the St. Luke’s Proctor Fitness Center stopped by the morning show Monday with some students from Proctor High School to talk about and demonstrate healthy back-to-school tips, benefits of exercise and mental health awareness. Part 1: Part 2: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Education, Health, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway: Mon., Aug. 29, 4-7 P.M.

The giveaway is part of the 'Back-To-School Unity In Our Community' event.

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth School District is hosing a “Back-To-School Unity In Our Community” event at Bayfront Festival Park Monday, Aug. 29, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public with games, food, fun and a backpack giveaway. Click the video above to learn more about the giveaway, and click here for…

Musicians To Take Over Vista Star For Concert Cruise Sept. 1

The Vista Star SS. Rock event is Sept. 1 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth musician Marc Gartman is bringing together multiple local bands Thursday night for a concert cruise on the Vista Star. The S.S. Rock event is from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Early bird tickets are $25.  Tickets at the door are $30. Click here to reserve your tickets now, and check out some tunes from Gartman and…

Coffee Conversation: Lundeen Productions Talks Wedding, Senior GO Shows

DULUTH, Minn. — Tracy Lundeen, owner of Lundeen Productions, stopped by the morning show Monday to talk about the upcoming Duluth Wedding Show — Fall Showcase and the Senior GO Show at the DECC.   Lundeen also looked back at this nearly 50 years as an event promotor in the Twin Ports. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News…

Chauvin Moved To Arizona Federal Pen In George Floyd Killing

(AP) — Derek Chauvin has been moved from a Minnesota state prison where he was often held in solitary confinement to a medium-security federal prison in Arizona, where the former police officer convicted in George Floyd’s killing may be held under less restrictive conditions. Chauvin was taken Wednesday from a maximum-security prison in a Minneapolis suburb, where he often spent most…

Gary New Duluth To Host Day Of Family Fun And Car Show

Far West Kidz Fest and Car Show

DULUTH, Minn. — There is another great option for kids and families Saturday. It’s the Far West Kidz Fest and Car Show. It’s all happening at the Gary New Duluth Rec. Center. There will be plenty of carnival games, entertainment, food trucks, and police dogs showing what they can do. It is $5 to get in for those three and…

Coffee Conversation: Duluth-Superior Pride Play, ‘I Am My Own Wife’

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth-Superior Pride is hosting its pride celebrations Labor Day weekend. One event going on throughout the weekend is a play at Zeitgeist. Press release: Based on a true story and inspired by interviews conducted by the playwright over several years. I AM MY OWN WIFE tells the fascinating tale of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a German trans woman…

‘Side String Band’ Previews The Great Northern Squash Festival

The 3rd annual Great Northern Squash Festival is coming up Sept. 16 and 17 in Chaffey, Wisconsin. More than 30 bands will be playing throughout the two-day event, including Side String Band, which played on the morning show Friday.  Click the videos to check out two songs. General contact:  Adam Staupe 218-393-6117 The Great Northern Squash Festival 2022 September 16th…

Duluth School District Identified as Struggling Academically

DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Department of Education has identified over 300 schools and several districts with low academic performance, including the Duluth School District. The Duluth School District was identified as struggling academically, and not for the first time. Results are based on MCA standardized tests in middle schools. This year, students of Duluth schools tested at a 50%…

Student Loan Forgiveness Will Be Taxable In Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Student loan forgiveness won’t be taxed federally, but it will be taxable in Minnesota unless the state Legislature acts, Minnesota revenue officials say. The reason is the Legislature never passed its 2022 tax bill to conform with federal changes, including student loan forgiveness. The forgiveness would increase a person’s tax liability and potentially reduce tax credits or deductions a…

Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival Returns This Weekend

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival is make a comeback since the pandemic with all the racing, entertainment and fun for all!  Click the video for a preview and click here to learn more about the two-day festival. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin