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Healthcare Professionals from the Northland Attend St. Luke’s Time Critical Conference

"It takes a village take care of these patients."

March 15, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – About a 100 healthcare providers attended a conference in Duluth to build skills on how to handle trauma before a patient can be taken a hospital. Health professionals presented case by case scenarios of time critical illnesses or injuries such as heart attacks and strokes. The group also learned strategies for patient management and the importance of…

Icy Conditions Lead to Increased Fall Risk

The warming and cooling trend here in the Northland has led to ice build up in many spots.

March 15, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The warming and cooling trend here in the Northland has led to ice build up in many spots. There are steps you can take to help avoid slipping, says a local medical profssional. “Walking like a penguin so to speak with your weight a little forward and your feet spread out a little bit taking steps cautious…

13th Annual Lawmen Police Hockey Tournament

Teams in the Lawmen Tournament compete for bragging rights and to raise money for a great cause.

March 15, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Police teams from Minnesota and Canada are competing in the annual Lawmen Hockey tournament at Heritage Hockey Center. Teams in the Lawmen tournament compete for bragging rights and to raise money for a great cause that helps families with ill children in the Duluth area. “I think the Duluth Police Department has realized that the northern lights…

Fish Frying it Up at Bridgeman’s

Bridgeman's in Duluth is a Minnesota institution and serves up fried walleye every Wednesday and Friday year round.

March 15, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday during lent is a popular time for fried fish. Bridgeman’s in Duluth is a Minnesota institution and serves up fried walleye every Wednesday and Friday year round. “Some of these people become almost like family and I’m not just saying that to say it they really do I’ve seen a lot of people come and go…

Damiano Center Celebrates 37 years of Supporting the Community of Duluth

Last year, the community kitchen served more than 100,000 meals.

March 15, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – On this date in 1982 the Damiano Center served its first meal in Duluth. Today, they celebrate their 37th anniversary. The community kitchen celebrated by sharing a delicious lunch with visitors. The Damiano center was founded as a temporary soup kitchen during a deep recession. Now it’s the largest emergency meal provider in Northeastern Minnesota and also…

Wisconsin’s Evers Declares Flooding Emergency

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers has declared a state of emergency across Wisconsin as heavy rain and melting snow flood roads, fields and communities. Evers issued the declaration in an executive order Friday afternoon. The order directs all state agencies to assist with response and recovery and authorizes Maj. General Donald Dunbar to activate Wisconsin National Guard units as…

Trump Issues First Veto After Rebuke of Border Order

It is Unlikely Congress Will have Majority Required to Override the Veto

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump issued the first veto of his presidency on Friday, overruling Congress to protect his emergency declaration for border wall funding. Flanked by law enforcement officials as well as the parents of children killed by people in the country illegally, Trump maintained that he is not through fighting for his signature campaign…

No Major Injuries in Le Sueur County Train Derailment

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

LE SUEUR, Minn. – No major injuries were reported after a Union Pacific Railroad train derailed in Le Sueur County, but two crew members were taken to the hospital as a precaution. KEYC-TV reports the train derailed Friday morning about 2 miles south of Le Sueur. Authorities say one locomotive and 12 rail cars left the tracks. The cause of…

Milwaukee Police Need Nationwide Help in Missing Girl Search

Police Have Said Noelani may be in Minnesota

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee’s police chief says authorities are asking for help “from the entire nation” to find a missing 2-year-old girl after a man was arrested on suspicion of killing her mother. Chief Alfonso Morales says Dariaz Higgins has been providing police with information on the whereabouts of his daughter, Noelani Robinson, but it has “proven to be untrue.” Higgins…

Midday Update 3-15-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, March 15, 2019

March 15, 2019

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather

Get Your Beach Body Going!

Active Adventures: Snap Fitness Personal Training Session

March 15, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Active Adventures Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot gets us in a personal training session at the gym! Why? Because it’s sloppy, slushy and icy outside and Spring is days away! So that means, summer will be here before you know it! Start to get that beach body going now! Break down the fear barriers and…

UPDATE: Missing Duluth Woman Found Dead

Hellen Marie Goods found dead in area of 800 West Skyline Parkway

March 15, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – 78-year-old Hellen Marie Goods was located outside, in the area of 800 West Skyline, deceased. The Duluth Police Department says this is an active investigation and no further information is available. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Duluth Women’s Expo Welcomes Thousands to the DECC

The 11th Annual Duluth Women's Expo is Happening Saturday, March 16, 2019

March 15, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is gearing up to host the 11th Annual Duluth Women’s Expo Saturday, March 16, 2019. The show will run one day only, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Thousands of women from throughout the region are set to attend the expo with more than 100 vendors, a fashion show, shopping, sampling, a…

Duluth Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Suspect in Home Robbery, Assault

This is an Ongoing Investigation

March 15, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police have issued an arrest warrant for the suspect in the Wednesday morning home robbery and assault. According to police, the warrant is issued for 18-year old Christian Hamzah Coleman for three counts of first-degree aiding and abetting burglary, first-degree aiding and abetting criminal sexual conduct, aiding and abetting kidnapping, and four counts of aiding and…

Minnesota House Votes to Expand State’s Indoor Vaping ban

The House Approved the ban 100-25

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota House has voted to ban vaping from bars, restaurants and workplaces statewide. The House approved the ban 100-25 Thursday in a move aimed partly at reversing the growing popularity of e-cigarettes among young people. The bill would restrict the use of e-cigarettes wherever tobacco smoking is currently banned under the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air…

Morning Update 3-15-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, March 15, 2019

March 15, 2019

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Mass Shootings at New Zealand Mosques Kill 49; 1 man Charged

Police Also Defused Explosive Devices in a car

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand (AP) — At least 49 people were killed in mass shootings at two mosques full of worshippers attending Friday prayers on what the prime minister called “one of New Zealand’s darkest days.” One man was arrested and charged with murder in what appeared to be a carefully planned racist attack. Police also defused explosive devices in a…

O’Rourke Returning to Wisconsin After Launching Campaign

O'Rourke Will be in Wisconsin on Sunday

March 15, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – Beto O’Rourke is coming to Wisconsin this weekend in an early campaign stop after launching his presidential bid in neighboring Iowa. O’Rourke was slated to appear Sunday at a coffee shop in Madison, the liberal capital city of Wisconsin. It will be O’Rourke’s second visit to the overwhelmingly Democratic city in a month. He met with University…

Cloquet Construction Projects Closing In

Two of Cloquet's construction projects are getting ready to finish up.

March 14, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Residents of Cloquet can expect new additions to the city within the month. Aldi’s food market and Members’s Cooperative Credit Union re finishing up interior construction and are on track to open off highway 33 in mid–April. Additionally, the community anticipated White Pine Complex and Cloquet Middle School Apartment projects are hopeful to finish construction by December. “Both…

Douglas County Courthouse Turns 100

The historic courthouse was built in 1919.

March 14, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- 2019 marks an anniversary- 100 years since the Douglas County Courthouse was built. The courthouse is noted for its interior columns and marble walls. At the time construction, the project cost just over half a million dollars. It was officially added to the national register of historic buildings in March of 1982. “This is such a beautiful building it…

The Headache of Potholes Can Be Costly for Drivers

Depending on the type of damage it can cost between $400 to more than $1,000 for repairs.

March 14, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s no surprise this time of year potholes are a big issue in Duluth. Not only is it a headache to ride through them. It may even hurt your wallet. Big repairs are sometimes needed for damage caused when drivers hit potholes. Potholes happen when water seeps into the roads. When the water freezes the road expands, leaving…

Flooding and Potholes Welcome Spring to Duluth

Minnesota Avenue on Park Point is covered with more than a foot of water

March 14, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

“You’d have to have an army of pump trucks to empty this right now. Our biggest fear now would be if it gets cold now, freezes, and turns out to be a whole ice skating rink,” said Joel Johnson, owner of Lakehead Boat Basin and the Farifield Inn and Suites on Park Point. South Minnesota Avenue on Park Point is…

Harlem Globetrotter Visits Lakewood Elementary

The Globetrotters travel the world promoting a message to end violence and bullying among children all while showing off trick shots.

March 14, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Harlem Globetrotter stopped by Lakewood Elementary this week to spread a message against bullying. The Globetrotters travel the world promoting a message to end violence and bullying among children all while showing off trick shots. “One thing about the Globetrotters is it’s beyond basketball we are ambassadors of good will and I get a chance to…

High Water Threat in Superior

Crews were working overtime clearing the more than 3000 storm drains in the city.

March 14, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The snow is finally melting with the above freezing temperatures and rain which is causing a heightened flood threat. We spoke to city employees in Superior about how they’re keeping the waters down. Crews were working overtime clearing the more than 3000 storm drains in the city. To prevent flooding citizens can also help out. “Residents can…

Celebrating “Pi” Day with P-I-E

Cloquet Memorial Hospital held their first ever Pi Day bake-off.

March 14, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

CLOQUET, Minn.- You may have celebrated Pi Day today recognizing the Greek mathematical symbol for the number 3.14, but Cloquet Memorial Hospital celebrated P-I-E Day with an old fashioned bake–off. Employees and residents of a nearby nursing home submitted their best recipes for the inaugural competition. Those sampling the 10 different pies could vote for their favorite. The winner taking…

Maritime Visitor Center Does Some Spring Cleaning

Maritime officials tell us more than 500,000 visitors check out the museum every year.

March 14, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spring cleaning is underway at the Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center ahead of tourism season. Today about 20 volunteers spent the afternoon wiping down artifacts and polishing up the museum. Maritime officials tell us more than 500,000 visitors check out the museum every year. They’re thankful for the help from volunteers. “It’s just nice that people choose…

Duluth Heights Community Club Shuts It’s Doors

The nearly 50-year-old building has deteriorated over the years.

March 14, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Heights Community Club closed its doors this week. The nearly 50-year-old building has deteriorated over the years. Now it is no longer safe for people to operate. City Officials told Fox 21 the roof is leaking, causing the ceiling to collapse and electrical systems to be impacted. The roof would need to be rebuilt in order…

Suspect Identified in Duluth Home Robbery and Assault Incident

Authorities are Seeking an Arrest Warrant

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department says they have identified a suspect in the assault and robbery incident that happened early Wednesday morning. Authorities are seeking an arrest warrant from the St. Louis County Attorney’s Office. Officers responded to reports of a robbery at a residence on the 600 Block of Atlantic Avenue at approximately 5:15 a.m. Wednesday. When…

One Person Injured in Downtown Duluth Stabbing

One Person was Arrested for Assault

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – One person was injured Thursday morning after being stabbed in downtown Duluth. According to the Duluth Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Sheraton Hotel at 12:40 a.m. on the report of a domestic incident. When officers arrived at the hotel they found one victim suffering from a stab wound in the arm. The victim was taken…

UW-Superior Provost out After Less Than Year on job

Dr. Smith Began her Role on June 1, 2018

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Superior Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Dr. Molly Smith is no longer serving in her position at the University. UWS Chancellor Renee Wachter informed faculty and staff in an email earlier that Dr. Smith will remain on campus over the coming months to assist in finishing some outstanding projects. In the meantime,…

40 Positions to be cut From Blue Cross Office in Virginia

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota has confirmed the elimination of approximately 40 positions at the company’s Virginia office. Director of Public Relations Jim McManus issued the following statement Thursday: “As our industry continues to face new challenges and opportunities, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is on a journey to transform health…

Butterball Recalls Ground Turkey After Four Salmonella Cases

The Company is Recalling More than 78,000 Pounds of raw Ground Turkey

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – Butterball LLC is voluntarily recalling more than 78,000 pounds of raw ground turkey products as Wisconsin health officials investigate four salmonella cases in the state. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said Thursday the four patients have the same strain of salmonella and are linked to the Butterball ground turkey products being recalled. Health officials say a…

Senate Rejects Trump Border Emergency as Republicans Defect

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON – In a stunning rebuke, the Republican-controlled Senate has voted to terminate President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border. The Senate voted 59-41 for a resolution to halt Trump’s emergency order. Trump has promised to veto it, and it is unlikely that Congress will have the votes to override him. Yet the vote represents…

WATCH LIVE: City of Duluth Updates Public on Street Maintenance

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is holding a press conference Thursday afternoon to update the public on street maintenance. They will cover topics such as snow melting and other water related matters. City officials will provide an update on where they are at in their operations, provide information on their work moving forward and be available for questions….

Famous Dave’s Mixes Up Sauces For Lent

Cooking Connection: Dipping Sauces To Spice Up Your Fish

March 14, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Cooking Connection we are making homemade dipping sauces to compliment your fish diet for lent. Famous Dave’s was founded in the Northland, in Hayward, WI back in 1994. With 180 different locations, the Duluth Famous Dave’s joined us this week and shared these delicious recipes. LOCATION: 355 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802 HOURS:…

Harlem Globetrotters Stop in Duluth Ahead of Upcoming Performance

The Harlem Globetrotters will Captivate the Audience Thursday, March 28 at Amsoil Arena in Duluth

March 14, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Harlem Globetrotters are set to dribble into Amsoil Arena in Duluth March 28. Globetrotter Dragon Taylor stopped by FOX 21 Local News Thursday morning during a media tour to promote the upcoming “Fan Powered World Tour.” Taylor was a bit of a late bloomer as a basketball player, as he excelled at football and didn’t take…

Midday Update 3-14-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, March 14, 2019

March 14, 2019

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather

Coast Guard: Ice Breaking Expected to Begin March 20 in Lake Superior

The Alder Will Remain in the Duluth-Superior Area

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The United States Coast Guard announced they plan to start ice breaking efforts in Lake Superior beginning next week. The Coast Guard plans to navigate CGC Alder and CGC Mackinaw on March 20 to prepare for the upcoming shipping season. The two ice breakers will be followed by Canadian CGS Samuel Risley to begin operations first in…

Flooding Prompts Evacuations Along Fond du Lac

Authorities are Monitoring all Areas Along the River

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

FOND DU LAC, Wis. – Ice-jam flooding along the Fond du Lac River in eastern Wisconsin has prompted the evacuation of some residents as water swamps local roads and the basements of homes. Firefighters from the city of Fond du Lac are going door to door to check on people along the river. At least 10 have been evacuated. A…

Democrat Beto O’Rourke announces 2020 White House bid

O'Rourke Officially Announced his 2020 Democratic Primary bid Thursday

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

AUSTIN, Texas – Former congressman Beto O’Rourke is running for president. The 46-year-old officially announced his 2020 Democratic primary bid Thursday with an online post. After months of teasing a bid, he’s finally, formally hoping to turn buzz from a close loss in Texas’ 2018 Senate race into a White House try. O’Rourke nearly upset Sen. Ted Cruz. Since then,…

Three Injured in Multiple Vehicle Crash in Virginia

The Crash is Under Investigation by the MN State Patrol

March 14, 2019

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A multi-vehicle crash sent three people to the hospital on Wednesday according to Virginia EMS and fire/rescue crews. The crash happened at the intersection of Highway 53 and 12th Avenue. Three individuals were transported by ambulance to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Authorities say the crash involved a commercial delivery truck and three passenger vehicles….

Morning Update 3-14-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, March 14, 2019

March 14, 2019

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather

Minnesota man who Held “Death Party” for Ailing Wife Charged With Murder

The Woman Died of a Methamphetamine Overdose

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

SEARLES, Minn. — A Minnesota man accused of removing his ailing wife from a care center, taking her home and holding what he described as a “death party” before she died has been charged with murder. Fifty-eight-year-old Duane Johnson had been charged with criminal neglect in the January death of his wife, Debra Lynn Johnson, at their home in Searles….

US Moves to Lift Remaining Gray Wolf Protections

A Public Comment Period Begins Friday

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

BILLINGS, Mont. – U.S. wildlife officials want to strip gray wolves of their remaining federal protections and declare the species recovered following a decades-long restoration effort. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposal released Thursday would put wolves under state authority and allow hunting in more areas. The Associated Press reported last week that the proposal was coming. Critics argue…

Man Arrested for Killing Mother of his Child, Girl Missing

The 2-Year old is Still Missing

March 14, 2019

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee police have arrested the man wanted for killing the mother of his child, wounding a second woman and for abducting the toddler. But, there is no sign of the 2-year-old girl. Dariaz Higgins was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon on Milwaukee’s northwest side. A second person was arrested for harboring a fugitive. The girl, Noelani Robinson, is…

Being Prepared For Upcoming Flooding

Get the necessary goods before it's too late

March 13, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- With the upcoming rain and warm temperatures coming our way, the need for supplies to remain safe and keep the water out of our houses will be key. However, in the past, hardware stores have noticed that people don’t do there best of preparing for a flood or disaster, they tend to wait until it actually happens to…

Fire Destroys Moose Lake Motel

Moose Lake Motel considered a total loss after morning fire

March 13, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn.- Wednesday morning, a fire destroyed a business in Moose Lake. Authorities responded to a warning from a customer just before noon today at the ‘Moose Lake Hotel’ on Arrowhead Lane. The Moose Lake community is in shock after a long-time local business up in flames. Fire and smoke out of the Moose Lake Motel Wednesday morning. Fire…

Park Point Residents Monitor Flooding Threat

The road across the lift bridge is starting to collect standing water as the snow melts on Park Point.

March 13, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The road across the lift bridge is starting to collect standing water as the snow melts in Park Point. At some points water is completely covering the pavement. “All the flooding has been seen in the road so far, we haven’t had any inside the house yet, and hopefully we won’t. We’ve kind of rearranged the things…

More Northlanders Buy Flood Insurance Ahead of Rain and Warmth

Insurance Agency details change in business.

March 13, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The potential for flooding has homeowners thinking about flood insurance. Pat Shelton, an agent at Farmers Insurance in Duluth said people are worrying about heavy snow and the potential for flooded basements. Shelton added that you don’t have to be in a flood zone, to get protection. “It can be a good idea, it’s piece of mind,” he…

Flooded Roads Created by Frozen Creeks in Duluth

Crews use heavy machinery to break ice.

March 13, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Sometimes clearing flooded roads isn’t as simple as removing the water or unclogging a nearby storm drain or culvert. A harsh winter can cause water backup in another way. Duluth Public Works crews arrived to deal with about 10 inches water on 88th Avenue West. They found the drain didn’t take much unplugging, the big issue was the…