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Reconditioning Project On 21st Avenue East Starting June 20

June 6, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth announced the reconditioning project for 21st East Avenue will begin June 20. They will put up signs and notifications to let people know on the June 7. The project will start on 21st Avenue East from London Road to Woodland Avenue. It will have a second phase to extend the project further up…

Monday’s Lunchtime Update

6-6-2022

June 6, 2022

Emma Propp,

Here is Monday’s Lunchtime Update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama! Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

United Way On Van Nett’s Death: She’s ‘Irreplaceable’

June 6, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Head of the Lakes United Way released a statement on Monday about the death of Duluth City Councilor Renee Van Nett. Twin Ports—Our organization is saddened to share the recent passing of Head of the Lakes United Way Impact Director Renee Van Nett, who passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022 after a fierce battle with cancer….

Man Convicted Of Murder In Minnesota Clinic Attack

June 6, 2022

The Associated Press,

BUFFALO, Minn. (AP) — A jury found a man guilty of murder and other counts Thursday in a shooting at a Minnesota medical clinic last year that killed one staff member and wounded four others. Jurors began deliberating Thursday afternoon, following testimony by the defendant, Gregory Ulrich, and short closing arguments by each side, KARE-TV reported. Ulrich was the only witness for the…

Gas Prices In Minnesota Jump 35 Cents In A Week

June 6, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Prices at the pump in Minnesota saw the largest hike in nearly a decade this week as gas prices continue to push above record highs. The average gas price increased 35 cents since week-to-week, one of the highest increases in the country. The average cost for regular gas in Minnesota is now $4.58 per gallon. Compared to just a…

Judge Delays Trial Of 2 Ex-Cops In Floyd Killing Until 2023

June 6, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The judge overseeing the remaining case of two former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd’s killing ordered Monday that the trial be delayed until January to improve prospects for a fair trial. Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng had been due to go on trial next Monday on charges of aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter…

Gov. Walz, Senators Tour International Falls Flood Damage Saturday

The lawmakers toured the Emergency Operations Center, sandbagging sites, and various areas of flood damage.

June 5, 2022

Arman Rahman,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn.- On Saturday Governor Tim Walz and U.S. senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith got a first-hand look at the damage historic flooding has caused in International Falls. The lawmakers toured the Emergency Operations Center, sandbagging sites, and various areas of flood damage. Back in April the governor authorized the national guard to support emergency flood operations in…

Batters Swing for Fences, Funds for Miracle League at Home Run Derby

Organizers hoped to raise around $6,000 at this year's derby.

June 5, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Sunday felt like summer’s finally starting, and that means the start of baseball season. And no one knows that better than the players on the Twin Ports Miracle League, kicking off the season with a home run derby at Harrison Park in West Duluth. There was only one thing on the minds of batters like Bailey Williams Sunday: “Smack…

Earth Rider Summer Markets Celebrating Local Vendors

June 5, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– It’s been a great day to be outside. And the second annual Earth Rider Brewery Summer Markets are in full swing. During the first Sunday of every month from now until September, Northlanders can enjoy an ice cold beer, while browsing over a selections from more than 20 local vendors. Items for sale range from unique, sustainable, handcrafted,…

Girls On The Run Celebration 5k

June 5, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn. — This 5k along the Lake Walk is a big celebration. The young people here are part of Girls on the Run. A national organization providing ways to build both confidence and peer connections. And after spending 8 weeks in the program, these girls are ready to take off and reach the finish line. “It’s super fun at…

Man Severely Injures Hand While Falling Off Boat

June 5, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

LAKE VERMILION, Minn. — A father boating with his adult son on Lake Vermilion on Sunday suffered from a severe hand injury as he fell out of his boat. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, the father’s hat blew off of his head, and as he tried to grab it he bumped the boat’s motor, causing it to…

Services for Duluth Councilor Renee Van Nett Begin Sunday Evening

June 5, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Friends and family posted on social media Sunday that services for the late city councilor Renee Van Nett began Sunday evening. According to a tweet on the Councilor’s page, a wake took place Sunday at 6 p.m. followed by a feast at 7 p.m. On Monday there will be a wake at 6 p.m., with a ceremony and…

Police: Tennessee Shooting Leads to 3 Dead, 14 Injured

Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly, who described himself as an “avid hunter” and gun owner, called on Congress to enact “common sense regulations” to address gun violence.

June 5, 2022

The Associated Press,

Photo: Tierra Hayes/Chattanooga Times Free Press via AP CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) — A shooting near a Tennessee nightclub early Sunday led to three deaths and 14 people suffering gunshot wounds and other injuries, police said. Fourteen people were hit by gunfire and three were hit by vehicles while trying to flee the scene, according to Chattanooga Police Chief Celeste Murphy….

Biden Evacuated after Plane Entered Airspace Near Beach Home

June 4, 2022

The Associated Press,

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) – The White House says a small private airplane entered restricted airspace near President Joe Biden’s Delaware vacation home on Saturday, and that led to the brief evacuation of the president and first lady. The White House says there was no threat to Biden or his family and that precautionary measures were taken. After the situation…

Hundreds Cast Their Lines For ALS

June 4, 2022

Cara Kopp,

“I am very fortunate to be put here today to fish for people. To step up and donate towards the cause. To be able to help others that are fighting this horrible disease,” Fisherman, Dan Peterson, said. More than 100 anglers participated in the 27th annual Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament and Fundraiser Saturday. Organizers wished to raise 250 thousand…

Gitchee Gumee Agate Festival Rocks on in Lincoln Park

It was the vendors' 2nd year in a row showcasing how their art rocks.

June 4, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– Well there was one Duluth summer market Saturday that you didn’t want to take for granite. Especially since it’s all about another rock, agates! The Gitchee Gumee Agate Festival highlighted Agate vendors and artisans at Duluth MakerSpace and Ursa Minor Brewing in Lincoln Park. Food trucks, vendors, and Ursa Minor’s new Agate Hunter Sour beer were all featured…

Spring Into Summer at Duluth Studio’s Lakeside Market

Different activities were open to everyone of all ages like face painting, and a "build your own succulent plant" station.

June 4, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– Duluth Studio Market in the Lakeside neighborhood hosted dozens of local artists and foodies for their second annual “Spring into Summer” outdoor artisan market. Different activities were open to everyone of all ages like face painting, and a “build your own succulent plant” station. The event displayed a creative shopping experience for the community. The Owner of Duluth…

Superior Public Library Starts Summer Reading Checklist

June 4, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- With the school year coming to a close, the Superior Public Library finds a way to keep kids reading all summer long. They announced the beginning of the summer season with easy reading tasks for kids to check off. The program is aimed at readers under the age of five to get them excited about learning. Some of…

Volunteers Rush To Save Items, Structures as Rainy Lake Waters Flood Mallard Island

June 4, 2022

Arman Rahman,

Photo: Michael Reid, Mallard Island Board Treasurer. KOOCHICHING COUNTY, Minn.- The historic flooding of the Rainy River Basin near International Falls is soaking and filling buildings on Mallard Island, one of the 5 review islands used for wildlife research, education, and advocacy in Rainy Lake. According to posts on the Mallard Island Facebook Page, volunteers have been working the past…

Duluth City Leaders Mourn Passing of City Councilor Renee Van Nett

Longtime Duluth City Councilor Renee Van Nett lost her battle to cancer Friday morning, at 52.

June 3, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn,- Longtime Duluth City Councilor Renee Van Nett lost her battle with cancer Friday morning, at 52. “The passion to help people ran deep within her,” City Council President Arik Forsman said. “And so yeah she’s an irreplaceable leader as far as the city council and that sort of thing goes, just really an irreplaceable friend.” Irreplaceable was just…

Glensheen the Musical Opens at the NorShor Theatre

June 3, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday, Glensheen the musical opened up for the first time in Duluth at the NorShor Theatre. The award winning musical is based on the Congdon murders that happened at the Glensheen mansion. The seven person ensemble weaves in facts from the events while mixing in tone relevant music. The show has been running since 2015 and returns…

Protestors in Duluth Wear Orange Demanding Rep. Stauber Votes for Gun Reform

About 30 activists organized by the group the Northland Brady Chapter demanded Congressman Stauber vote yes on the Protecting Our Kids Act.

June 3, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Enough is enough – that was the message from protestors near Representative Pete Stauber’s (R MN-08) office in Duluth Friday, sporting the color orange for Wear Orange, or National Gun Violence Awareness Day. They join the growing calls for gun reform across the nation. Signs protestors waved included “protect kids, not guns” and quotes from the parents of…

Sun Country Airlines Seasonal Flights out of Duluth International Returning this Year

June 3, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Sun Country Airlines will continue flying local travelers out of the Duluth International Airport during the winter and spring later this year. According to a spokesperson with DLH, beginning December 16th, 2022 through April 17th, 2023, Sun Country will once again offer seasonal air service direct from Duluth to Phoenix, Arizona and Fort Myers, Florida. Flights will operate…

Wrenshall Man Returns Home After 214 Days Hospitalized from Covid-19

June 3, 2022

Maria Vollom,

WRENSHALL, Minn. — A 38-year-old Wrenshall man returned home for the first time after spending the last 214 days in the hospital battling covid-19. Steve Kilby was a healthy man before Covid, according to his friends and family. He worked out, played hockey, and took care of himself, but after getting the virus, Steve became extremely ill. He was told…

Stocks Sink As Wall Street Eyes Downside Of Solid Jobs Data

June 3, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks fell broadly Friday and pulled major indexes into the red for the week as Wall Street focused on the downside of the still-strong U.S. jobs market. A report showed employers hired more workers last month than economists expected. While that’s a good sign for the economy amid worries about a possible recession, many investors saw it keeping the…

Water Main Break In Front Of 325 South 70th Avenue West

June 3, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth Operations Crew are responding to a water main break in front of 325 South 70th Avenue West. Water that has been turned off is on South 70th Avenue West from Redruth Street to Waseca Street. It is not known how long it will take to fix the break. Operations crew is repairing the…

Families Of Uvalde, Buffalo Victims To Testify In Congress

June 3, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Parents of victims and survivors of the mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde will appear before a House committee next week in an effort to bring home the devastation of America’s gun violence epidemic. Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., the chairwoman of the Oversight Committee, said Friday the hearing will examine the human impact of gun violence and the urgency for lawmakers…

Coffee Conversation: FOX 21 Sports Director Sam Ali Bids Farewell To Station

June 3, 2022

Dan Hanger, Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21 Sports Director Sam Ali is leaving the station after four years to take a new opportunity closer to his family in Michigan. Sam stopped by the morning show Friday on his last day to talk to his best friend Dan Hanger about his time at FOX 21, look at embarrassing childhood photos of himself, and…

Duluth City Councilor Renee Van Nett Dies At Age 52

June 3, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth shared the heartbreaking news Friday that Fourth District City Councilor Renee Van Nett passed away peacefully during the morning hours after fighting a terminal illness. Van Nett was surrounded by her family and friends in Duluth. She was 52 years old. Mayor Emily Larson released the following statement: “Renee Van Nett was an incredibly powerful woman who lived…

Friday’s Lunchtime Update

6-3-2022

June 3, 2022

Emma Propp,

Happy Friday! Here is your lunchtime update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Hope you have a great weekend! Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Where Minnesota’s Federal Lawmakers Stand On President Biden’s Proposed Gun Restrictions

June 3, 2022

Site Staff,

(AP Photo/Steve Karnowski)(FOX 9) – Ahead of President Joe Biden’s primetime speech on addressing gun violence, FOX 9 asked all nine of Minnesota’s members of Congress for interviews on what they would like to see done. Only one federal lawmaker, Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, agreed to an interview Thursday. “There are just so many solutions out there, and we can’t continue to…

US Added 390,000 Jobs In May As Hiring Remained Robust

June 3, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added 390,000 jobs in May, extending a streak of solid hiring that has bolstered an economy under pressure from high inflation and rising interest rates. Last month’s gain reflects a resilient job market that has so far shrugged off concerns that the economy will weaken in the coming months as the Federal Reserve steadily raises…

Duluth International Airport Conducts Large-Scale Disaster Exercise

June 2, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – How would emergency responders react if an airplane struck a piece of construction equipment at Duluth International Airport, injuring dozens of people? That what an exercise held Thursday found out. The Duluth International Airport has never experienced a large-scale disaster like the one they simulated Thursday, but it’s necessary to simulate one to meet an FAA requirement. The…

Hungry Hippie Tacos Opens Duluth Location

Hungry Hippie Tacos Now Open in Lincoln Park

June 2, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – A taco joint familiar to residents of Grand Marais has opened up at a second location in Lincoln Park. Hungry Hippie Tacos opened over Memorial Day Weekend to bring their fry bread tacos to the Twin Ports. In addition to their fry bread being made from scratch every day, their smoked ale-beef brisket, pork apple brisket, and…

Online Auction For New Tax Forfeited Properties In St. Louis County Area

Tax-Forfeited Land Auction Happening Now Through June 9

June 2, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – The St. Louis County Land and Minerals Department is currently holding an online auction for tax-forfeited land and properties through Wednesday June 9th at 11 a.m. The nearly 50 properties up for auction are located all across the county and include homes, commercial properties, and even lake front properties. Proceeds from the auction go towards maintenance of…

UWNEMN Looking For Volunteers To Sign Up For “Sandbag Bus”

June 2, 2022

Emma Propp,

CHISHOLM, Minn. — United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN) is hoping to send four buses full of volunteers and sandbags to and from International Falls in June. The UWNEMN has been donating food and beverages to volunteers as they are almost four weeks into filling sandbags in the International Falls/Kabetogama area. “After speaking with county officials, it was clear volunteers…

Grand Rapids Student In Custody After Firearm Found In Vehicle

June 2, 2022

Site Staff,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — On Thursday afternoon a student from Grand Rapids High School was taken into custody after a search of their vehicle. The search was originally to find a vaping device, but the vehicle search by the Grand Rapids Police Department found a firearm and ammunition inside. After finding the firearm and ammunition the search was immediately isolated…

Reconstruction Project On East First Street Starting June 6

June 2, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth will begin a reconstruction project on East First Street starting June 6. This big project will include replacing the retaining wall along the south side of East First Street, replacing the sidewalk, replacing the curb and gutter, up-sizing the water main, and providing a new driving surface. This project will also close Sixth…

Student Loan Debt Wiped Clean For Former Corinthian Students

June 2, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of students who attended the for-profit Corinthian Colleges chain will automatically get their federal student loans canceled, the Biden administration says, aiming to bring closure to one of the most notorious cases of fraud in American higher education. Anyone who attended the now-defunct chain from its founding in 1995 to its collapse in 2015 will get…

Stocks Make Gains, Oil Prices Rise As OPEC Raises Production

June 2, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks rose in afternoon trading on Wall Street Thursday, but remained choppy amid wariness about economic growth and rising interest rates. The S&P 500 rose 1.1% as of 1:13 p.m. Eastern. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 178 points, or 0.5%, to 32,990 and the Nasdaq rose 1.9%. Technology stocks, whose lofty values tend to give…

Water Main Break At Intersection Of South 70th Ave West, Sherburne Street

June 2, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — City of Duluth Operations Crew are responding to a water main break at the intersection of South 70th Avenue West and Sherburne Street. Water turned off is located at South 70th Avenue West from Redruth Street to Waseca Street. It is unknown how long the repair will take to be fixed. The operations crew is working to…

Coffee Conversation: Douglas County Jail Job Fair June 6

June 2, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Members of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office stopped by the FOX 21 morning show Thursday to talk to Dan Hanger about an upcoming “Jail Job Fair” happening Monday, June 6 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Government Center’s main atrium. Stacey Minter, lieutenant of jail operations, says jailers can start at an hourly wage between $21.34 and $23.07….

Coffee Conversation: Steve-O Talks XXX-Rated ‘Bucket List Tour’ At DECC, Sobriety, Life’s Lessons

June 2, 2022

Dan Hanger, Bret Holland, Jeff Schwarten,

Part 1: The Bucket List Tour: What to expect! DULUTH, Minn. – Steve-O is well known for his wild and crazy ride on MTV’s reality comedy series known as “Jackass” in the early 2000s followed by “Jackass” movies. See Dan’s chat with Steve-O in Part 1 above and Part 2 below. But since then, Steve-O has become much more with…

Thursday’s Lunchtime Update

6-2-2022

June 2, 2022

Emma Propp,

Here is your Thursday lunchtime update with the latest local headlines and news! Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Police: Tulsa Suspect Targeted Surgeon He Blamed For Pain

June 2, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP) — A man who blamed his surgeon for ongoing pain after a recent back surgery bought an AR-style rifle hours before opening fire at a Tulsa medical office, killing the surgeon and three other people before fatally shooting himself, police said Thursday. Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin says the gunman had recently undergone back surgery and had called a…

War Forces Zoo To Scrap Sending Wild Horses To Russia

June 2, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Zoo has scrapped plans to send a group of Asian wild horses back to their native Russia in light of the war in Ukraine. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported Wednesday that eight of the endangered horses, known as takhis or Przewalksi’s horses, were supposed to return to a nature reserve in Russia this fall following delays…

House Panel Taking Up Gun Bill In Wake Of Mass Shootings

June 2, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is beginning to put its stamp on gun legislation in response to mass shootings in Texas and New York by 18-year-old assailants who used semi-automatic rifles to kill 31 people, including 19 children. The House Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing Thursday to advance legislation that would raise the age limit for purchasing certain semi-automatic…

Northwestern’s Trent Meyer Headed Back to State Tournament

Meyer's run at a state championship begins next Monday and Tuesday at Black Wolf Run Golf Course in Kohlar, Wisconsin.

June 1, 2022

Cam Derr,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis.- This week Northwestern’s Trent Meyer qualified for the WIAA State Tournament as an individual. Last season, as a junior Meyer was one stroke away from winning a state championship, now he knows exactly what it will take to finish on top this time around. Meyer says, “I think putting is the big thing. Earlier in the season,…

Production Crew Begins Filming New Movie In Duluth

June 1, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Production began this week on a new movie called “Merry Kisscam,” where scenes are filming all over Duluth. Producer Mandy June Turpin originally became intrigued with Duluth while visiting the Catalyst Story Institute’s Content Festival four years ago. She met many community members and visited different local places, and she says that she knew they would be…

Douglas County Farmer’s Market Open for 2022 Season

June 1, 2022

Maria Vollom,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– The Douglas County Farmer’s Market is back in Superior with a wide variety of offerings for the 2022 season. All of the products sold at the market are raised, grown, or made by the vendors. Sue Ann Dumke, the owner of Brule River Farm, says that although the season is off to a slow start, warm days…