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Lake Superior Railroad Museum Offering Historic Trolley Rides

The trolley was used in Portugal back in the early 1900s and is similar to ones used in Duluth at the turn of the century

June 28, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Railroad Museum has a new attraction that’s giving visitors a look back at Duluth’s past. Trolley rides are now being offered with admission to the museum. This particular trolley was used in Portugal back in the early 1900s. It’s now part of the museum because of similarities to the trolleys used in Duluth at…

Wisconsin DNR Updating Lake Superior Fisheries Management Plan

The current plan hasn't been updated since 1988

June 28, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

ASHLAND, Wisc. -The Wisconsin DNR is working to update its management of fisheries on Lake Superior. The current plan hasn’t been updated since 1988, so the Department of Natural Resources is reaching out to stakeholders who actively fish Wisconsin’s Lake Superior waters. Earlier this week, the DNR was in Ashland to do just that. Bradley Ray, a senior fisheries biologist…

Rain or Shine, Mighty Thomas Carnival Begins Thursday

The carnival runs through July 9 in the DECC parking lot

June 28, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – The constant rain isn’t stopping The Mighty Thomas Carnival from rolling into Duluth to get rides, food stands and games set up for the next two weeks. Carnival organizers say they’re used to working in all types of weather throughout the country and usually expect some rain when they come to Duluth. “If it rains we will…

Northland Activist Discuss Violence in the Transgender Community

Conversation focused on creating dialogue and and working to find ways to promote equity

June 28, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – A conversation was held tonight in Duluth about violence in the transgender community. The group Men As Peacemakers brought together a panel of local advocates to discuss the levels of domestic and sexual violence transgender people face in the Northland. Nicole Vanderheiden, an activist with Transforming Families MN, led the discussion on Wednesday. She says those in…

Duluth Celebrates Swedish Midsommer

Swedish Culutral Society Hosts Annual Celebration

June 28, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s Lakeside neighborhood hosted a celebration of Swedish culture Wednesday. The Swedish Cultural Society of Duluth hosted its annual Midsommer celebration. Swedes traditionally celebrate midsommer on the Friday closest to the Summer Solstice as a way to get outside after a long dark Winter. Organizers say it’s important to them to keep these traditions alive. “We take…

DRCC Among State’s Best Employers

Duluth Firm Ranked Second in Survey by Star-Tribune

June 28, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Regional Care Center was recently recognized as one of the top places to work in Minnesota. DRCC ranked 2nd among the state’s largest employer when it comes to what workers think about their jobs. DRCC helps people with disabilities get the most out of life and runs several group homes and apartment programs across the…

Local Governments Get MnDOT Grant Information

Roughly $22 Million is Available Through the DOT and DEED

June 28, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – Representatives from Northland city and county governments were in Duluth Wednesday, to find out how they can get some of the more than $22 million in grant money the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Department of Employment and Economic Development are handing out this year. This money is awarded every two years through the state’s Transportation…

Office Supplies Chain Staples Sold for $6.9 Billion

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – Private equity firm Sycamore is buying office supplies chain Staples for $6.9 billion. The companies said Wednesday that shareholders of Framingham, Massachusetts-based Staples will get $10.25 per share. Staples stock had closed Wednesday up 77 cents, or 8.4-percent, to $9.93 on a late-afternoon report of a deal. The stock rose 1.5-percent in after-hours trading. Changing shopping…

Titletown District Sled Hill Taking Shape

June 28, 2017

Site Staff,

(WLUK/Mackenzie May) ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (WLUK) – Another piece of the Green Bay Packers’ Titletown District is taking shape just west of Lambeau Field. In total, the Titletown District will cover 34 acres. Part of that will be a sledding hill and public park. And if you’ve driven by lately, it’s hard to miss the area that will be the sledding…

‘The Big Bang Theory’ Star Galecki’s Home Destroyed by Wildfire

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

Johnny Galecki (Matt Sayles / AP) SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif (AP) – The home of “The Big Bang Theory” star Johnny Galecki has been destroyed in a wildfire in California. Nicole Perna, a spokeswoman for the 42-year-old actor, says his home on a ranch in the San Luis Obispo area was destroyed by the wildfire on the state’s central coast….

Appeals Court: No Immediate Release for Dassey

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON (AP) – A federal appeals court has refused to immediately release a Wisconsin inmate featured in the Netflix series “Making a Murderer” while the state fights the reversal of his conviction. A federal judge in August overturned Brendan Dassey’s conviction in the 2005 death of photographer Teresa Halbach. The judge ruled Dassey’s confession was improperly obtained by detectives who…

Lawsuit Filed to Release Wetterling Information

Judge Will Look Into Documents to See if There's Any Private Family Information in it

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. CLOUD, Minn.-Several Minnesota journalism groups want to intervene to release documents from the 1989 abduction and killing of Jacob Wetterling. The request was filed Tuesday by the Minnesota Newspaper Association, the Minnesota Broadcasters Association and other media organizations. A judge this month blocked the scheduled release of the documents at the request of Jacob’s parents. Patty and Jerry Wetterling…

Fireworks Sold in Wisconsin Recalled, Could Explode Unexpectedly

June 28, 2017

Site Staff,

MILWAUKEE (FOX 6 NOW) – The Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled fireworks ahead of Fourth of July holiday weekend because of burn and injury hazards. The TNT Red, White, and Blue Smoke fireworks were sold at Walmart, Target, Meijer, Kroger, and Albertsons stores in Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, and Vermont from May through June. CPSC officials said the recalled…

Complaint: Woman Blames Video Stunt for Boyfriend’s Death

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

Mona Lisa Perez HALSTAD, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota woman charged in the fatal shooting of her boyfriend told authorities it was a video stunt gone wrong. Monalisa Perez, of Halstad, was charged Wednesday with second-degree manslaughter in the death of Pedro Ruiz III. According to the criminal complaint, the 19-year-old Perez told authorities Ruiz wanted to make a YouTube…

Witnesses Heard Engine Backfire Before Fatal Wisconsin Plane Crash

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

CHETEK, Wis. (AP) – A preliminary report from federal aviation investigators says witnesses described hearing an engine backfire before a small plane crashed in Wisconsin last month, killing the teenage pilot and seriously injuring a passenger. The Leader-Telegram reports that the National Transportation Safety Board interviewed several witnesses who were fishing in a pond near the Red Cedar River at…

Gordon Good Neighbor Days Kicks Off this Friday

June 28, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

GORDON, Wis. – As Summer starts to officially get underway, festivals are beginning to pop up around the Northland. This weekend, Gordon Good Neighbor Days will take place. The annual event, attracting folks from around the state, is June 30, July 1 and July 2. There will be a car show, vendors, crafts, parade, fireworks, bands, mud volleyball, a rubber…

Citizens Call for St. Anthony Mayor to Resign

June 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

St. Anthony Mayor Jerry Faust left and Police Chief Jon Mangseth packed up after listing to community members speak about racial profiling Tuesday. (Jerry Holt – Star Tribune) ST. ANTHONY, Minn. (AP) – Residents of a Minnesota city that employed the police officer who fatally shot a black motorist during a traffic stop are calling for the mayor’s resignation. Citizens…

Animal Allies Humane Society Seeking Foster Families

Animal Allies has Reduced the Fostering Age Requirement to 18-Years-Old

June 28, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Adopting an animal comes with long term responsibility. For some, the commitment could stop an animal from finding a forever home. That’s why Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth is looking for your help in the form of foster care. “We’re really looking to get our college aged people involved,” said Emily Aldritt, Volunteer Coordinator at Animal…

Glensheen Murders Relived Through Authors Of Best Selling Book

Will To Murder Writen By Three People Close To The Case

June 27, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. Tonight the lead prosecutor in the Glensheen murders spoke out to dozens of curious minds on this 40th anniversary of the killings. It was a Ted–talk style format at the Figter’s building discussing the book “will to murder” the true story behind the crimes and trials surrounding the Glensheen killings. Now retired judge John Desanto was that lead…

New Brewery in Superior Expected to Make Big Economic Impact

June 27, 2017

William Seay,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior mayor Jim Paine has a lot of hope for his city. His enthusiasm comes with the official announcement of the city’s first production brewery in more than fifty years. As he gazes at the old warehouse that, when renovated, will become Earth Rider Brewery, he reflects on the impact it will make on the city. “It’s…

Island Lake Gearing Up For Big Holiday Weekend

This Weeks Great Outdoors

June 27, 2017

Joey Norton,

ISLAND LAKE, Minn. – In this week’s Great Outdoors we head to Island Lake where they’re gearing up for a busy 4th of July weekend. Summer is officially here so a few things come to mind like cabins, lakes, your grill, family and friends and of course your favorite beverages. Island Lake sits just 20 miles north of Duluth. With…

Boundary Ave. Property Won’t Be Re-Zoned

Kwik Trip Eyed Location Near Proctor Border

June 27, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Monday, City Councilors voted 5–3 in favor of re–zoning a property on Boundary Avenue along the border with Proctor as mixed use residential and commercial. However, re–zoning requires a super majority of six votes. “The ordinance as it is, is done and we can’t pass it in the form it was shot down,” said At-Large Councilor…

UMD Testing Police Cameras

Officers are Wearing Body Cameras During Two Month Test

June 27, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota is taking steps to make campuses safer. The three campuses with police forces; Twin Cities, Morris and here in Duluth are testing body cameras. Two UMD police officers have been wearing cameras for a couple weeks, and will continue to wear them for a two month trial period. If all goes well, all…

Hoops Brewing Opens in Canal Park

The vision of longtime brewer Dave Hoops is now a reality in Duluth

June 27, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s craft beer industry took a giant step forward on Tuesday. The long–awaited Hoops Brewing opened for business in Canal Park. After many months of construction, brewery founder Dave Hoops and his team welcomed the public inside to get the first taste of their beer. What used to be the old Timber Lodge Steakhouse is now a…

Budget Talks Break Down in Wisconsin

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis.-Budget talks between Wisconsin state Assembly and Senate Republicans have broken down. Leaders from both sides on Tuesday called each other’s position on how to pay for road construction projects “laughable.” A meeting with Republican leaders abruptly ended after 40 minutes. Both sides are scheduled to meet separately and privately on Wednesday. Leaders also have a meeting with Gov….

Battle Continues Over Legislative Funding in Minnesota

October Court Decision Could Decide Fate of Case

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-A Minnesota judge is considering whether Gov. Mark Dayton’s veto of the Legislature’s funding was unconstitutional. The bitter legal dispute between the Democratic governor and Republican-controlled Legislature had its first hearing in Ramsey County court. Chief Judge John Guthmann is also consider an agreement between the two sides to temporarily fund the Legislature through October while the case…

St. Louis County’s Adopt a Highway Program Gets Makeover

The Application is Easier for Volunteers

June 27, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- St Louis County’s Adopt a Highway Program has received an upgrade. Organizations, groups and individuals have been able to adopt a highway through the program for two decades, by cleaning the highway twice a year. But now, the Public Works Department has given the program a make-over to make it easier for volunteers. The application process is online…

Duluth Receives $50,000 Grant For Lincoln Park Project

The Project Will Give Kids a Safe Space to Play

June 27, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee Legacy fund is giving away grants to 52 communities in the state, and on Tuesday, Duluth was awarded 50,000 dollars to go towards the Lincoln Park’s Place to Play project. 50 percent of the children who reside in Lincoln Park live in poverty, and don’t always have access to a place to…

Community Prepares to Grill Out for 4th Of July

The Day Before Independence Day is One of The Busiest Days of the Year for Meat Markets

June 27, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- Independence Day is just around the corner, and people are ready to get the grill out and celebrate July 3rd, the day before Independence Day, is Superior Meat’s busiest day of the year. Every year the business starts smoking extra sausages and preparing for the big day a week in advance. Though steaks and burger patties sell quickly,…

Duluthian Receives Prestigious Award Speaking Out Against Tobacco Industry

The Award is Given to Just One Person in the Nation Each Year

June 27, 2017

Lena Takada,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluthian was given a prestigious award for her hard work advocating against the Tobacco industry, and for a healthy lifestyle. Pat McKone of the American Lung Association helped pass some of Minnesota’s first smoke free policies. And after 40 years of being with the organization, she received the Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award. “It’s really…

Lutsen Resort For Sale for $10 Million

June 27, 2017

Site Staff,

LUTSEN, Minn. – Lutsen Resort on Lake Superior is looking for a new owner. The resort includes 50 acres with plenty of lake shore property and 209 rooms, but not the ski hill as that is run by a different group. The asking price is just shy of $10 million. The resort was built in 1885 and sits adjacent to…

FDLTCC Announces Summer Concert Series

June 27, 2017

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College have announced their line-up for the 2017 Hot Summer Nights Concert Series, a series of free concerts scheduled at the indoor/outdoor amphitheater. The performances are scheduled 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Thursday evening for four weeks starting on July 6. Concerts are held rain or shine at the…

Universal Presses Bid to Void Music Deal with Prince Estate

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Lawyers for Universal Music Group have renewed their request that a Minnesota judge cancel the company’s music rights deal with prince’s estate, saying UMG will otherwise have to sue in litigation that could keep fans from hearing new music from Prince’s vault for years. In a court filing made public Tuesday, Comerica Bank & Trust, which serves…

Brewers to Induct Corey Hart into Wall of Honor

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

FOX 11 MILWAUKEE (AP) – The Milwaukee Brewers will induct former outfielder and first baseman Corey Hart into the team’s Wall of Honor on Friday. Hart will have a plaque commemorating his career installed at Miller Park. The team will honor him with a pregame ceremony before Friday night’s game against the Miami Marlins. Hart also announced Tuesday that he…

FBI: Bones Are Not Those of Missing Wisconsin Boy

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (AP) – The FBI has determined that bone fragments dug up from a yard 27 years ago are not those of a 5-year-old Wisconsin boy who vanished in 1983. (Photo: Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Department files) Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Departing Inspector Jim Resseeuw tells USA Today Network-Wisconsin the bones were determined to have come from animals. That…

St. Louis County Board Allows Sunday Liquor Sales

June 27, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – The St. Louis County Commissioners voted to amend the County’s liquor license ordinance to allow Sunday liquor sales beginning on Sunday, July 2. The vote allows for the sale of off-sale liquor between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. at businesses licensed by St. Louis County. The change follows legislation from the state, which allows for…

Barnum House Fire Reported a Total Loss

June 27, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

BARNUM, Minn. – Crews responded to the report of thick black smoke in the 4100 block of County Road 138 in Barnum around 7:11 a.m. Monday, June 26, according to the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and fire fighters responded to the residence to find it completely engulfed. Authorities contacted the homeowner and confirmed no one was inside at the…

Not Guilty Pleas for Man Accused of Killing Deputy

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

Doug Nitek LADYSMITH, Wis. (AP) – Not guilty pleas have been entered on behalf of a man accused of killing a Rusk County sheriff’s deputy. Dan Glaze Forty-four-year-old Doug Nitek is facing 31 charges, including first-degree intentional homicide in the death of Deputy Dan Glaze. Nitek appeared in Rusk County Circuit Court Monday where his attorneys entered the pleas on…

Senate GOP Leaders Delay Health Care Vote

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a bruising setback, Senate Republican leaders are delaying a vote on their prized health care bill until after the July 4 recess, forced to retreat by a GOP rebellion that left them lacking enough votes to even begin debating the legislation. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., delivered the message to GOP senators Tuesday at a…

Three-Week Blatnik Bridge Inspection to begin July 10

Project is expected to run July 10-27 - weather permitting

June 27, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – Beginning on Monday July 10, a three-week long bridge inspection project will begin on the Blatnik Bridge, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Superior-bound traffic will be restricted to one lane from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily July 10 to approximately Tuesday, July 18. Duluth-bound traffic will be restricted to one lane from 9 a.m….

52-Year Sentence in Homicide, Kidnapping, and Sexual Assault Case

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

BEMIDJI, Minn. (AP) – The man accused of killing a woman in Bemidji and kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl in her care has been sentenced to 52 Jacob Kinn years in prison. Thirty-three-year-old Jacob Kinn earlier pleaded guilty to second-degree unintentional murder, kidnapping, and first-degree criminal sexual conduct. Kinn testified he strangled Melissa Norby with a belt at…

Fatal Rollover Crash Northeast of Bemidji

June 27, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. – The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office reports that a Puposky, Minnesota man is dead after a fatal roll over crash on Nebish Road Northeast in Hines Township on Sunday, June 25. Authorities responded to the call just before 2 a.m. Sunday. First responders found the driver of the vehicle, 37-year-old Kevin A. Binkley dead at the scene….

Douglas County History: The Story Behind Charles Starkweather

Former Superior Mayor Impeached Just to Become Mayor Again

June 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A one-time mayor of Superior, Wisconsin had an unlikely path to the mayor’s office and an uncommon exit as well. Charles Starkweather, originally from Vermont, moved to Superior in 1889. He was elected to the common council in 1893 and became the city’s mayor two years later. Starkweather was impeached because he allowed salloons to have unlicensed…

Superior Spring Trail Racer Cause of Death, Cardiac Arrest

June 27, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

UPDATE 6-27: The cause of death for Jon Mathson, 41, of Eagan, has been confirmed by the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. According to the report, Mathson died from a natural cardiac arrest during exertion due to atherosclerotic coronary artery disease, which is the hardening of the arteries and can create life-threatening blockages, as…

Discussion to Focus on Making Women Better Leaders in Workplace

Aim High Network Hosts Duluth Native Tricia Correia

June 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Women and millennials often struggle to find their path in the workplace, even though women make up almost half of the workforce in the United States. The Aim High Network is bringing in an expert and Duluth native, Tricia Correia, to talk about how women can be better leaders for other women and future generations. Correia has…

London Road Driver On Sleeping Pills Before Fatal Crash

June 27, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Theresa Katzmark, 49, of Superior has pleaded guilty to criminal vehicular homicide in the death of Donna Estrem, 62. According to the St. Louis County Attorney’s Office, Katzmark admitted she was under the influence of sleeping pills when she put her vehicle into drive instead of reverse before hitting and killing Estrem on East London Road. Sentencing is…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Bobby the Greek’s Original Gyros

June 26, 2017

William Seay,

HIBBING, Minn. — It’s a tiny place, but it serves its purpose fine. This shack is where Greek native Bobby Papaioannou prepares authentic gyros for the people of Hibbing, Minnesota. Bobby the Greek – as he’s known – originally went to school to learn how to work in the mines. “In 1981 the mines closed, so I didn’t have nothing…

Fireworks stands open up in the Northland

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, it's firework season.

June 26, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the Fourth of July celebrations just around the corner, that means its fireworks season. Fireworks stands are opening up across the Northland. Captain Ron’s Liberty Fireworks is a locally owned stand out on the corner of Rice Lake Road and Martin Road. They say that fireworks are a great way to pay tribute to America. “That’s why…

Glensheen Murders Still Intriguing After 40 Years

Mansion Staff Acknowledges, But Doesn't Focus on 1977 Killings

June 26, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Tomorrow marks the fortieth anniversary of the murders at the Glensheen Mansion in Duluth and interest in the high-profile killings is as high as ever. On June 27, 1977 Elisabeth Congdon and her nurse were murdered in her family’s estate, the Glensheen Mansion. The state convicted Congdon’s son-in-law of the murders, while her daughter, Marjorie Caldwell, was…

Independent film, “No Blood of Mine” holds screening in Northland

The film is set in Duluth

June 26, 2017

Graham Hakala,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – An independent film set and shot in Duluth has made its Northland debut. A screening of the film was held in Hermantown on Monday, featuring the film “No Blood of Mine,” a murder mystery set right here in the twin ports. “I just love the town. It’s so picturesque,” writer and director Wesley Ellenwood said. “Plus about…

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The trolley was used in Portugal back in the early 1900s and is similar to ones used in Duluth at the turn of the century

The current plan hasn't been updated since 1988

The carnival runs through July 9 in the DECC parking lot

Conversation focused on creating dialogue and and working to find ways to promote equity

Swedish Culutral Society Hosts Annual Celebration

Duluth Firm Ranked Second in Survey by Star-Tribune

Roughly $22 Million is Available Through the DOT and DEED

Judge Will Look Into Documents to See if There's Any Private Family Information in it

Animal Allies has Reduced the Fostering Age Requirement to 18-Years-Old

Will To Murder Writen By Three People Close To The Case

This Weeks Great Outdoors

Kwik Trip Eyed Location Near Proctor Border

Officers are Wearing Body Cameras During Two Month Test

The vision of longtime brewer Dave Hoops is now a reality in Duluth

October Court Decision Could Decide Fate of Case

The Application is Easier for Volunteers

The Project Will Give Kids a Safe Space to Play

The Day Before Independence Day is One of The Busiest Days of the Year for Meat Markets

The Award is Given to Just One Person in the Nation Each Year

Project is expected to run July 10-27 - weather permitting

Former Superior Mayor Impeached Just to Become Mayor Again

Aim High Network Hosts Duluth Native Tricia Correia

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, it's firework season.

Mansion Staff Acknowledges, But Doesn't Focus on 1977 Killings

The film is set in Duluth

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