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Dayton Reaches Out to Franken Amid Misconduct Stories

November 23, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton says he reached out to Sen. Al Franken “on a personal level” after a swirl of allegations of improper conduct. The Democratic governor said Wednesday he has no insight into how Franken will respond to pressure over questions about misconduct. Franken was accused last week of forcibly kissing a woman during…

Get Ready to Shop Small For Small Business Saturday

Art in the Alley, Duluth Pack, Electric Fetus Are a Few of the Businesses Participating In Small Business Saturday Open Houses.

November 23, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – A handful of small businesses were at the newly opened American Indian Community Housing Organization Gift Shop to help the local economy and promote diversity by shopping small. It’s been a national trend for years, but it’s only been a tradition in Duluth for six years. Small Business Saturday is about investing in your own neighborhood and making…

Pedestrian Struck in Crosswalk on 9th Ave E

November 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department and Fire Department, along with Gold Cross, responded to 9th Avenue East and 1st Street on the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle just before 1 p.m. Thursday, according to the Duluth PD. Authorities report that a 29-year-old female was crossing 9th Avenue East on foot when she was struck by…

Body Found in East Hillside on East 5th St

November 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has reported that a body was located in the 800 block of East 5th Street late, Thursday morning around 10:30. Authorities report that a 37-year-old male was confirmed deceased when first responders arrived on scene. Preliminary reports indicate the man may have slipped and fell and been outside all night. The investigation is…

State Patrol Gives Tips for Safe Winter Driving

Millions are Expected to Travel for the Holiday Weekend

November 23, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Are you traveling for the holiday weekend? AAA predicts 55 million people will be driving 50 miles away from home on roads across America this weekend. The Minnesota State Patrol is expecting a very busy holiday travel season. Sgt. Neil Dickenson visited FOX 21 to give a few winter travel safety tips: Slow down on slick roads…

Preparing Side Dishes for Thanksgiving Dinner

Cooking Connection: Thanksgiving Sides with Texas Roadhouse

November 23, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many Northlanders may have their turkey prepared, but what about the side dishes? For this week’s Cooking Connection we got some tips from Texas Roadhouse on making the best green beans, gravy and sweet potatoes possible. GREEN BEANS: Chop apple smoked bacon and cook in pan Add onions Add bases: water, dry seasonings Add sugar, salt, and…

Homemade Pie’s Up For Auction At Local Church

People Had The Chance To Get That After Turkey Desert

November 22, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn- After you get all fattened up with the Thanksgiving fixings and then you realize you still have to find a way to fit in dessert. What better way to do that than to buy a nice homemade pie. Wednesday, Duluth Gospel Tabernacle auctioned off many different pies including the pastor’s famous cheesecake. “People in our entire church make…

City of Superior sees tax decrease for residents in 2018

Superior residents should see a 2.17% decrease in their tax bill for 2018

November 22, 2017

Graham Hakala,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Property taxes are decreasing for superior residents in 2018. Mayor Jim Paine says the final budget numbers are in and that comes with 2.17% decrease in the overall property tax bill for residents. Paine tells us after several years of tax increases for the City of Superior, he’s pleased to see the budget heading in a different…

Hermantown Sammy’s Pizza Closes

The pizza place loses its lease as the Lakehead Oil's gas station closes

November 22, 2017

Graham Hakala,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – After 26 years in Hermantown, the Sammy’s Pizza at the BP gas station on Miller Trunk Highway is closed. Lakehead Oil’s gas station, that housed the pizza place, has closed, which means that the Sammy’s Pizza there had lost its lease and was also forced to close up shop. Sammy’s manager Pat Daly said it’s the people…

Northlanders Hit the Road, Air For Thanksgiving

The AAA reports nearly one million more Americans will travel this Thanksgiving.

November 22, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The busy holiday travel season is underway AAA reports 48.7 million Americans will travel over 50 miles this Thanksgiving. Traveling during the holidays can be a stressful one, but Duluthians told FOX21 they are packed prepared and ready to go. Over at the Duluth International Airport travelers are coming and going pretty smoothly and the stress has minimized…

Holiday Spirit In The Lights: A Park Point Jewel Is On For Another Year

Display Was Close To Shutdown Because Of Volunteers Needed

November 22, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn- The Holiday Spirit in the Lights display on Park Point has won numerous awards over the past 25 years. With one flip of the switch all that nearly came to an end this year. For Marcia Hales, the love of Christmas and the love of Christmas lights stem from her childhood. “We used to pile the family in…

Turkey Tips to Avoid Turkey Blunders

It Can Take Up to 10 Hours to Thaw a 20lb Frozen Turkey In Cold Water

November 22, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – This Thanksgiving it’s estimated that Americans will consume more than 46 million turkeys. So if you are cooking a bird yourself local experts have some tips, whether you’re smoking, frying or roasting your bird numerous blunders can take place. Fox 21 stopped by Old World Meats and they told us the most common mistake they see is an unsafe…

Proctor Bar Raising Money For Night to Shine Prom

More Than 500 Churches Across the United States Will Host a Night to Shine Prom

November 22, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Night to Shine gives people over the age of 14 with special needs a prom experience they’ll never forget. In order to pull out all the stops including a limousine it costs about $15,000 for the prom, which takes place at Proctor High School on Feb. 9, 2018. “I’ve had a lot of people that can’t make…

Clothing Drive Being Held by Law Enforcement

Drop Off Warm Clothing Items at Public Safety Building

November 22, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The winter chill has already hit the Northland which means some of the less fortunate need our help. The St. Louis County Law Enforcement Chaplaincy is stepping in, as they are collecting hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves and placing them in packets that police can hand out when they are out on patrol. Leaders of the program say it’s a…

Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days for firefighters.

November 22, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Thanksgiving turkey can be delicious, but in some homes it can be quite dangerous. The number of fires on Thanksgiving day, are typically three times higher than on an average day. The Duluth Fire Department told FOX21 some key tips to make sure your feast is fire free. Typically on this holiday several dishes are cooking in the…

DECC Feeding Thousands For Annual Thanksgiving Buffet

The College of St. Scholastica Hosts the Buffet and About 2,000 Paper Bag Turkey Sandwiches Will Also Be Distributed.

November 22, 2017

Haydee Clotter,

Duluth, Minn. – Thanksgiving Day is only one day away but volunteers started to prep last week to feed nearly 5,000 people in need at the 28th Annual Twin Ports Thanksgiving Buffet. “It’s a time where everyone come together and the end result is the same to have a fantastic day,” said Event Organizer Monica Hendrickson. “Everyone deserves a hot…

Minnesota Lawmaker Hopes to Stop School Lunch Debt Shaming

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota lawmaker says she’s exploring ways to force school districts to back off hard-line tactics for students with school lunch debt. The Star Tribune reports that Republican Rep. Sarah Anderson of Plymouth is pushing the effort. The move comes amid reports that a Minnesota school cafeteria worker took food from children who owed lunch…

AG to Represent Evers in Lawsuit Despite Conflict

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Republican Gov. Scott Walker ordered the state Department of Justice on Wednesday to represent schools Superintendent Tony Evers in a lawsuit alleging Evers is illegally writing education regulations without Walker’s permission, even though the agency believes Evers is overstepping his authority. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel first reported Wednesday that Walker ordered DOJ attorneys to replace Department…

Olympic Gymnastics Ex-Doctor Pleads Guilty to Sex Charges

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

Dr. Larry Nessar appears in court for a plea hearing in Lansing, Mich., Wed., Nov. 22, 2017. (AP) LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A former doctor accused of molesting girls while working for USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University pleaded guilty Wednesday to multiple charges of sexual assault and will face at least 25 years in prison. Larry Nassar, 54, admitted…

Kwik Trip Plans $300 Million Capital Investment

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

LA CROSSE, Wis. (AP) – Kwik Trip is planning to make a $300 million capital investment to support its convenience store chain. Plans by the La Crosse-based retailer include a $113 million bakery plant, expanding its dairy manufacturing facility, kitchen operations, and transportation fleet. The investment is expected to create more than 300 jobs in the La Crosse area over…

Snowy Owls Showing Up Across Wisconsin

November 22, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Photo Courtesy Ryan Brady via DNR MADISON, Wis. – As of Nov. 20, at least 69 individual Snowy Owls have been spotted in 31 counties across Wisconsin, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. By this time last year, only three birds had been found. Sightings this year have been across the entire state, but the areas with the…

Gobble Gallop Races Traffic Advisory

November 22, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has issued a travel advisory for the annual Gobble Gallop Races in downtown Duluth. On Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23, the first of three races for the event will get underway at 9 a.m. with routes running West on London Road onto Superior Street to 5th Avenue West and back. PARKING: Parking restrictions begin…

100,000 Minnesotans Sign Up for Private Health Insurance So Far

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Officials say more than 100,000 Minnesotans who buy health insurance on their own have signed up through the state’s insurance exchange so far. Open enrollment for 2018 health coverage began Nov. 1. Gov. Mark Dayton and MNsure CEO Allison O’Toole released the new enrollment numbers Wednesday. More than 50,000 Minnesotans already have signed up through…

Local Businesses Offer Deals for Small Business Saturday

Shopping Small to Support Northland Businesses

November 22, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Later this week many shoppers will be heading out in the early hours of Friday morning to find an unbelievable deal, but some Duluthians are asking you to wait until the weekend. That’s because Small Business Saturday is Saturday, November 25. Many local shops will be hosting open houses and offering special promotions, demonstrations, and workshops. For…

15-Year-Old Sexually Assaulted and Threatened with Knife in Ely

November 22, 2017

Site Staff,

ELY, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office and Ely Police Department responded to the report of a sexual assault in the evening hours of Monday, Nov. 20, according to police. Authorities report that a 15-year-old female had been threatened with a knife and sexually assaulted by an adult acquaintance, who was identified as as a 35-year-old male of…

Animal Blood Donors Needed in the Northland

Dogs and Cats Can Be Tested to See if They're Eligable to Donate

November 22, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds someone in the United States is in need of donated blood. Experts say it’s why blood drives are so critical in every community across the Northland. But have you ever thought about your animals when it comes to donating? Every year thousands of humans do good by donating…

‘Partridge Family’ Star, David Cassidy, Dies at Age 67

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

File photo of David Cassidy in 2009 (AP) LOS ANGELES (AP) – David Cassidy of “The Partridge Family” fame has died at age 67. Publicist JoAnn Greffen released a statement Tuesday evening saying Cassidy had died “surrounded by those he loved.” No further details were immediately available, but Geffen said on Saturday that Cassidy was in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, hospital…

$300 Million for Great Lakes Cleanup Moves Forward in Congress

Bill Will Now Go To Senate

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

DETROIT-A wide-ranging Great Lakes cleanup program would receive $300 million next year under a spending bill approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee. The measure cleared the committee this week and now goes to the full Senate. The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative focuses on the region’s most longstanding environmental problems, such as toxic pollution, farm and urban runoff, invasive species and…

Ashland Teacher on Paid Leave After Remarks About Jason Pero Case

Superintendent Said Her Comments Were "Inflammatory"

November 22, 2017

The Associated Press,

ASHLAND, Wis.-An Ashland elementary school teacher has been suspended because of a social media post about the fatal shooting of a Native American student by a sheriff’s deputy. Ashland Superintendent Keith Hilts says the posts by Ojibwe language instructor Sandra Gokee were defamatory and inflammatory. The superintendent says Gokee’s messages have created tension with law enforcement and racial friction in…

Part 2: Carlson Writing Book, Hopes Trump Will Pardon Him

After more than four years in prison, former Last Place on Earth owner Jim Carlson speaks to FOX 21 in his first television interview.

November 21, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – In part two of a special report, former Last Place on Earth owner Jim Carlson speaks out from prison for the first time since being sentenced for selling synthetic drugs in his heads shop in downtown Duluth. As FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reporter, Carlson claims his innocence, points the finger at the government and says he’s got…

Boys and Girls Club Hosts Feast Of Thanks

Giving Kids A Good Meal During Thanksgiving Week

November 21, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn-Staff members of the Boys and Girls Club will have served over two hundred meals. Every year during the week leading up to Thanksgiving, the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland hosts their annual dinner, Feast of Thanks. The meal gives girls and boys involved with the club the opportunity for a traditional Thanksgiving meal. This dinner is…

Great Outdoors: Dog Parks

A New Dog Park Opened Tuesday in Gary-New Duluth

November 21, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – There’s a new dog park at the Gary-New Duluth Community Center. There are now four dog parks across Duluth. “Not everybody wants to walk five miles, not everybody wants to walk around the block, but they love coming to the dog park and hanging out and meeting other people and then watching the dogs’ interaction, it’s a…

Earth Rider Beers Available Now

Superior's First Distribution Brewer Since the 1960s Celebrates Launch

November 21, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The beers are ready at Superior’s first distribution brewery since the 1960s. Earth Rider Brewery has five beers available now: The Apple Crush Tart, the North Tower Stout, a pale ale, an IPA, and the Earth Rider Lager. They’re celebrating their launch with all five beers on tap at the Cedar Lounge in Superior. “We really want…

Northlanders Stocking Up on Holiday Wreaths

Duluth Flower Farm Is Supplying Retailers With Wreaths

November 21, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Northlanders are stocking up on their holiday decorations, including Christmas trees and wreaths. Duluth Flower Farm has been filling orders all over the country from retailers looking for wreaths. They say hanging a wreath is a great way to say you’re ready for the holidays. “Wreath is a signal of hope and I think the smell is…

Uber Reveals Cover-Up of Hack Affecting 57M Riders, Drivers

November 21, 2017

The Associated Press,

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Uber is coming clean about its cover-up of a year-old hacking attack that stole personal information about more than 57 million of the beleaguered ride-hailing service’s customers and drivers. The revelation Tuesday marks the latest stain on Uber’s reputation. The San Francisco company ousted Travis Kalanick as CEO in June after an internal investigation concluded he…

Open Studio Invites All Artists

Artists who specialize in various mediums gather to work.

November 21, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Calling all artists, you’re invited to create in a space together during open studio. Thanks to the Duluth Art Institute open studio happens once a week at the Depot and on West Second Street in Lincoln Park. The art institute says this gives artists of all ages and a variety of mediums a common place to share ideas. “So…

Rep. Cornish to Resign Following Sexual Harassment Allegations

November 21, 2017

Site Staff,

Rep. Tony CornishST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – Following allegations of sexual harassment, Representative Tony Cornish announced he will be resigning from his position at the Capitol by December 1. His announcement comes about an hour after the lawyer for Sen. Dan Schoen announced Schoen’s plans to resign after sexual harassment allegations came to light. “As a proud former peace officer and longtime champion for…

‘Heroes Tree’ Honors Veterans for the Holiday Season

November 21, 2017

William Seay,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Richard I. Bong Veteran Center in Superior is gearing up for the holiday season. And they’re also helping to honor veterans at the same time. The ‘Heroes Tree’ features hand-made ornaments. Mary Houk, regent of the Lake Superior Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, says her organization has been assembling this tree for a…

Restaurant 301 Offers Holiday Menu Inspired by Congdons

November 21, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — Hungry diners who want a taste of Duluth from more than 100 years ago – Restaurant 301 is the place to go! In a partnership with the Glensheen Estate, the downtown Duluth restaurant is offering a four course meal inspired by Clara Congdon herself. Using a handwritten menu from the year 1911, Executive Chef Tom Malone designed…

Hunter Take Nearly 12 Percent Fewer Deer on Opening Weekend

November 21, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Hunters killed nearly 14,000 fewer deer during opening weekend of Wisconsin’s nine-day gun deer season this year than last. That’s according to preliminary data the state Department of Natural Resources released Tuesday. Hunters regsitered 102,903 deer from Saturday through Sunday compared with 116,615 deer during opening weekend in 2016. That’s a decrease of 11.8 percent. The…

Minnesota Sen. Schoen to Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Accusations

BRETT BACHMAN - FOX 9

November 21, 2017

Site Staff,

Sen. Dan SchoenST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – Minnesota Sen. Dan Schoen’s attorney confirmed to the Associated Press Tuesday that the embattled state politician will resign over sexual harassment allegations first reported in the MinnPost. Schoen, a Democrat who represents St. Paul Park and also works as a police officer there, denied “ever making inappropriate contact with anyone,” though the city’s police department put Schoen on…

Duluth Winter Village Returns to Glensheen

November 21, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Winter Village is returning to the grounds of Glensheen Mansion for its second year. The outdoor winter market is designed to promote small businesses and artists in the Duluth area and is aiming to become a new tradition in the Northland. The Duluth Winter Village is a two-day event featuring wooden cabins where local businesses…

Minnesota Announces $26M in High-Speed Internet Grants

November 21, 2017

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – State officials have announced $26 million in grants to expand high-speed internet access in Greater Minnesota. Lt. Gov. Tina Smith and the Department of Employment and Economic Development announced the 2017 Border-to-Border Broadband Grant recipients Tuesday. The latest grants go to 39 broadband infrastructure projects across Minnesota aimed at providing access to reliable and affordable high-speed…

Holiday Book Sale Announced for Mount Royal Library Branch

November 21, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Friends of the Duluth Public Library are hosting a holiday book sale at the Mount Royal Library Branch. It’s a great time to get that bookworm in your life a gift while supporting ongoing events for children and teens. Sale hours will be Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 from 10 a.m….

DTA to Offer Free Shuttle to DECC on Thanksgiving

Trump Pardons Thanksgiving Turkeys Drumstick and Wishbone

November 21, 2017

The Associated Press,

Wishbone, one of the two turkeys set to be pardoned by Trump is previewed by members of the press. (AP) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is using his pardon power to keep a pair of turkeys from the Thanksgiving roaster. Trump continued the annual presidential tradition during an event Tuesday in the White House Rose Garden. The act of…

Wisconsin GOP: Relaxing Pollutant Regs Would Help Business

November 21, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The authors of a Republican bill that would dramatically relax Wisconsin’s air pollution rules say the regulations are placing an undue burden on business. Rep. Jesse Kremer and Sen. Duey Stroebel told the Assembly’s Committee on Federalism and Interstate Relations during a public hearing Tuesday that the state regulates scores of pollutants that the federal government…

At Least 50 Employees Fired From Essentia For Not Getting Flu Shot

99.5 Percent of Employees Got Flu Shot

November 21, 2017

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth based Essentia Health has fired nearly 50 workers w ho did not get a shot and now union leaders are fighting back. When asked what the next steps for these 50 some fired workers are? An Essentia Health representative said the now former employees have no next step with the company. Also stating this is only…

CN Announces Completion of Oliver Bridge Rehabilitation

November 21, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – Canadian National will complete the major two-year project on the Oliver railroad bridge over the St. Louis River between Duluth, Minnesota and Oliver, Wisconsin before the end of the year. The maintenance and strengthening of the bridge is complete, according to CN and the road will reopen to traffic permanently beginning at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov….

Former Students Remember Happy Times at Morgan Park School

Northland Uncovered: Morgan Park School

November 21, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – A school standing in Duluth for over 100 years is being torn down to make room for new apartments. A fence and no trespassing signs now surround the old Morgan Park School. These images representing a much different message than the one former students remember. “It was like a big, happy community,” said 1980 graduate Mike Letica….

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Art in the Alley, Duluth Pack, Electric Fetus Are a Few of the Businesses Participating In Small Business Saturday Open Houses.

Millions are Expected to Travel for the Holiday Weekend

Cooking Connection: Thanksgiving Sides with Texas Roadhouse

People Had The Chance To Get That After Turkey Desert

Superior residents should see a 2.17% decrease in their tax bill for 2018

The pizza place loses its lease as the Lakehead Oil's gas station closes

The AAA reports nearly one million more Americans will travel this Thanksgiving.

Display Was Close To Shutdown Because Of Volunteers Needed

It Can Take Up to 10 Hours to Thaw a 20lb Frozen Turkey In Cold Water

More Than 500 Churches Across the United States Will Host a Night to Shine Prom

Drop Off Warm Clothing Items at Public Safety Building

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days for firefighters.

The College of St. Scholastica Hosts the Buffet and About 2,000 Paper Bag Turkey Sandwiches Will Also Be Distributed.

Shopping Small to Support Northland Businesses

Dogs and Cats Can Be Tested to See if They're Eligable to Donate

Bill Will Now Go To Senate

Superintendent Said Her Comments Were "Inflammatory"

After more than four years in prison, former Last Place on Earth owner Jim Carlson speaks to FOX 21 in his first television interview.

Giving Kids A Good Meal During Thanksgiving Week

A New Dog Park Opened Tuesday in Gary-New Duluth

Superior's First Distribution Brewer Since the 1960s Celebrates Launch

Duluth Flower Farm Is Supplying Retailers With Wreaths

Artists who specialize in various mediums gather to work.

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