Morning Update 1-28-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 28, 2020.
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Great Outdoors: Outdoor Hockey
DULUTH, Minn. - If you didn't know, hockey in the state of Minnesota is kind of a big deal. We're true Minnesotan's so this is what we do. And tournaments, like the Squirt…
KYN: Yarn Harbor
DULUTH, Minn. - Yarn Harbor Incorporated has been open for the last 21 years that has the appeal for all things crafty. "A knitting, crocheting, weaving, felting supply store. We also have the support…
Elections Commission: Fennessey To Be On Primary Ballot Despite Foster Campaign's Complaints
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Wisconsin Elections Commission made a conclusion Monday that Incumbent Superior City Councilor Brent Fennessey will be on the February primary ballot despite formal complaints from candidate Amanda Foster's…
Former Ashland Police Officer Pleads 'No Contest' For Auto Theft Charge
ASHLAND, Wis. - A former Ashland police officer has reached a plea deal involving an auto theft charge against him before he retired from the force. Ty Juoni, 51, an 18-year veteran of the…
City Council Votes to Give Forgivable Loan to Help Save Duluth Paper Mill
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth City Council unanimously voted to help keep the Verso Corporation's paper mill in the city afloat amid its financial troubles. With demand for paper products dropping, the Verso Corporation's paper mill is edging toward an…
Juvenile Arrested In Weekend Stabbing In Two Harbors
TWO HARBORS, Minn. - A 14-year-old is under arrest after a stabbing over the weekend in Two Harbors. The juvenile suspect is accused of 2nd-degree assault against the victim. Their genders were not released by police on Monday. The age…
Giving Life to Old Stuff by Recycling, Repurposing and Restyling
DULUTH, Minn.- If your New Year's Resolution involved using more of the stuff you have lying around, you could try using the items to make something new. On Monday Mt. Royal Library hosted a…
Lake Superior Zoo First in State to Be Sensory Inclusive
DULUTH, Minn.- Those with sensory needs can now enjoy all the sights and sounds of Lake Superior Zoo, without being overwhelmed by the senses. The Zoo is now the first zoo in Minnesota…
Duluth School District Asks for Public's Help in Finding New Superintendent
DULUTH, Minn.- The public was invited to meet with the consulting firm searching for Duluth Schools' new Superintendent Monday night, to discuss what kind of person they want to see fill the position. The…
Duluth Man Pleads Guilty to Stabbing Wife to Death in Front of Daughter
DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth man has pleaded guilty to fatally stabbing his wife in front of their younger daughter back in June. Now 40-year-old Ryan Jazdzewski could face a prison term of nearly 37…
A New Medical Center Specializing in Regenerative Medicine Opens In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - A new medical center has opened in Duluth. Novus Health Solutions is Duluth's first regenerative medical center aiming to provide alternatives to how people receive healthcare. Regenerative medicine is a brand…
Fans Are On The Hunt For Kobe Bryant Jerseys and Memorabilia
DULUTH, Minn. - After the tragic loss of the iconic NBA star Kobe Bryant, fans have been on the hunt for jerseys and memorabilia. Staff at Pro Image Sports Shop in Miller Hill Mall…
Diversity Training at Proctor High School
PROCTOR, Minn. - Equity and diversity took center stage today during a unique conference in Proctor. The program was aimed at teaching staff at Proctor schools more about how to work with a diverse student…
Crane Arrives for Essentia Health's Vision Northland Project
DULUTH, Minn. - The first of three cranes have arrived for Essentia Health's Vision Northland project. We talked with some local businesses near the site, and they say it has had little impact. "We do…
Coronavirus: What Should Duluthians Expect?
DULUTH, Minn. - Lab tests have come back negative for two suspected Coronavirus cases in Minnesota. But what exactly is the Coronavirus and what should you know about it? In recent weeks, the Coronavirus…
Suspect Pleads Guilty After Driving Through Kettle River, Killing Passenger
PINE COUNTY, Minn.-A Willow River man has pleaded guilty to criminal vehicular homicide, after driving through a river in September while high on meth, which lead to one of his passengers being killed. According to court records, 43-year-old Preston Prokasky…
Fond du Lac Band Introduces Land Use Policy
FOND DU LAC RESERVATION, Minn.-The Fond du Lac Band has announced a new policy governing hunting and access to its Band lands. Over the upcoming months, the Band will post signs that read "No Trespassing - Fond du Lac Permit…
Superior Sister City Commission Hosting Free Japanese New Year Celebration
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Japanese New Year will be front and center at Christ Lutheran Church in Superior on Monday, January 27. Superior Sister City Commission is hosting the annual Japanese New Year's…
Trailfitters Hosting Warm Winter Clothing Drive
DULUTH, Minn. - Trailfitters, located in the Fitger's Complex, is hosting their third annual clothing drive for the Damiano Center, running now through January 31st. The Damiano Center is in need of…
Test Results Negative for Two Suspected Coronavirus Cases in Minnesota
(FOX 9) - The Minnesota Department of Health confirmed Monday the laboratory results for the suspected cases of the new coronavirus in the state came back negative for the illness. On Friday, state health officials said they were evaluating two people in Minnesota for…
Midday Update 1-27-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 27, 2020.
Duluth Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Wife
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man charged with fatally stabbing his wife in June has pleaded guilty to murder. According to court records, 40-year-old Ryan Jazdzewski pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Monday morning. Jazdzewski is accused of stabbing his…
Democrats Demand Bolton Testify at Trump's Impeachment Trial
WASHINGTON (AP) - Democrats have new fuel in their pursuit of sworn testimony at President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial. A draft of a book from former national security adviser John Bolton appears to undercut a key defense argument that the…
Morning Update 1-27-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 27, 2020.
Man Dies in Snowmobile Crash in Northern Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (AP) - Authorities in northern Minnesota say a man is dead after a snowmobile crash. Becker County sheriff's authorities say the rollover was reported around 10:30 a.m. Saturday on a road near the Hubbard-Becker county line. The…
Erin Schouweiler Wins Mid-Distance Beargrease 120
FINALND, Minn. - Veteran musher Erin Schouweiler crossed the finish line shortly after 5:40 a.m. Monday morning. Shouweiler is the daughter-in-law of former Beargrease 120 champion Martha Schouweiler. Tofte resident Rita Wehseler finished second, while Duluth resident Steph Love came…
Beargrease Broadcast Internationally for First Time
DULUTH, Minn.- The Beargrease is making history this year, as it is the first year the race is being broadcast internationally. This year the race will be seen in over 100 countries. Mushers on…
Beargrease Vets on Alert with Warm Temperatures
DULUTH, Minn.- All the dogs taking mushers along the Beargrease trail, which is softer than usual due to warmer weather, calls for a big team of trained veterinarians. 11 vets and 7 veterinary technicians…
Dogs, Spectators Energetic at Beargrease Starting Line
DULUTH, Minn.- The excitement was in the air at the starting line of the 40th Annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. "These dogs were meant to run, they were born to run, they're trained…
