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Duluth’s ‘Vista Star’ Strikes Breakwater; Minor Injuries Reported
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s Vista Fleet had its Vista Star strike the breakwater in the Wisconsin Entry of the port late Saturday evening, causing minor injuries to some of the 84 people on board, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. “Initial reports were that the...
Breckenridge loses late lead in 7-5 playoff defeat
Cooper Roberts is beaned in Monday’s game vs. Ashby. The third baseman was hit-by-pitch three more times during Friday’s season-ending defeat. Breckenridge Post 53 was eliminated from the American Legion Baseball playoffs Friday following a 7-5 loss to Ashby Post 357 in Evansville. Breckenridge, who previously lost a...
Big Lake train derailment blocks off area as crews and authorities respond
BIG LAKE, Minn. (FOX 9) - A BNSF train derailment reported in Big Lake has closed off the area near the railway as crews and authorities respond to the wreckage. The Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office said there are no reported injuries. The incident happened at about 3:15 a.m. Saturday...
Isolated storm north tonight, pop up rain south tomorrow
The Latest Northeast Wisconsin Forecast from Storm Team 5…. A cold front is sparking a line of showers and storms across northern WI in portions of Door, Marinette and Oconto counties and the activity is fading across Menominee county MI. Main impacts from this will be locally heavy rain that could deliver a quick half inch of rain as well as lightning, but no severe weather is to be expected.
New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Mankato motorcyclist hurt in Friday evening crash
MANKATO, Minn. – A motorcyclist crashed in southern Minnesota on Friday evening. The Minnesota State Patrol says Shawn Lee Ward, 39 of Mankato, was riding a 2009 Harley Davidson FXDF Cruiser north on Highway 169. The State Patrol says Ward tried to take the onramp to eastbound Highway 14 around 8:07 pm and lost control of his bike.
UPDATE: Edina police say incident resolved, Schaefer Road reopening
EDINA, Minn. (FOX 9) - Edina police say an incident on Schaefer Road was resolved peacefully after the public was asked to avoid the area on Saturday. The Edina Police Department said its officers responded to a home in the 5100 block of Schaefer Road for a reported disturbance. Officers...
Unbuckled Driver Killed After Losing Control of Pick-up on Twin Cities Freeway
Richfield, MN (KROC-AM News)- An unbuckled driver lost his life after crashing on a Twin Cities freeway late Friday night. That’s according to the State Patrol. Two vehicles were involved. The deadly crash occurred shortly after 11:15 p.m. at the I-35 W 66th St. interchange in Richfield. A southbound...
Wisconsin Evening Forecast: Quiet Night with Low 60s, Showers Return Sunday Afternoon
Milwaukee, WI – A calm and cool evening is expected across Wisconsin tonight, with temperatures dipping into the low 60s. Residents near the lake can anticipate slightly warmer conditions. The National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan reports a quiet night with passing clouds. According to the National Weather Service, the tranquil...
Northern Illinois and Wisconsin State Line: Showers Sunday, Storms Midweek
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois and the Wisconsin state line area can expect a mix of weather conditions in the upcoming days, with isolated showers on Sunday followed by potential storms early next week. According to the US National Weather Service in Chicago, temperatures will remain near seasonal averages...
Ruffed grouse drumming counts up in northern and central Wisconsin regions, down in southwestern
Ruffed grouse drumming increased this spring in two of three priority areas and the species appears to be on the upward phase of its traditional 10-year population cycle in Wisconsin, according to the Department of Natural Resources. The DNR's 2024 ruffed grouse drumming survey showed a 57% increase in drum counts statewide...
Colby Cheese Days returning this weekend with activities for all ages
COLBY, Wis. (WSAW) - Colby Cheese Days is back, and there will be many events throughout the weekend that you and your family can participate in. Friday is the start of a long day of events. It starts with a book and movie sale. You can shop starting at 7 a.m. at the Colby Lions Shelter, that will be open until 5 p.m. The food stand will open at 5 p.m. That way you can enjoy some grub before the carnival opens at 6 p.m. You can play bingo starting at 6 p.m. If bingo isn’t your forte, you can also watch the ATV Garden Tractor & UTV pulls at the same time. Players will also hit balls out of the park at the softball tournament starting at 6:30 p.m. You can end the night with live music starting at 9 p.m. The Dweebs will be playing until 1 a.m.
Lake Superior Water Temperature July Update
From the National Weather Service - Duluth - July 20, 2024. Surface water has been warming quickly on Lake Superior the last couple of weeks, now in the 60s to low 70s across much of Western Lake Superior, except portions of the North Shore which are in the mid to upper 50s. Cold water in the 40s lurks below the warm surface water, and could mix in with a strong upwelling event should it occur.
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