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Two Rescued In Separate Water Emergencies
DULUTH, MN (KDAL) – Good Samaritans helped save the lives of two people who were involved in separate water emergencies over the weekend. Late Friday afternoon, first responders were called to Lake Superior off Park Point for an unresponsive man in the water. A good Samaritan and the on-duty...
June storm, flooding caused millions in damage in northern Minnesota, officials say
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. — There's been a lot of attention on the flooding in southern Minnesota, but now there is new information about the devastating impacts of severe weather in the Iron Range.In St. Louis County, emergency managers warn of several million dollars worth of damage.It's been nearly a month since a massive rainstorm hit the area, but emergency managers say the emergency is still absolutely going on. Devastating flooding inundated homes and businesses and infrastructure. The assessment is $14 million in damage. There are more challenges than just rebuilding, too. If roads are out, getting emergency services to those who need it can be a problem."Identifying who has needs. Who's in a wheelchair, who has current medical needs, do they want to leave? Do they understand the situation?" St. Louis County Emergency Services Manager Josh Brinkman said. "Trying to relay that information and working back and forth with residents to do everything we can to support them."If you'd like to help, there are GoFundMe pages set up for some businesses in the area, but emergency managers are also suggest supporting the Red Cross and United Way, which continue to provide meals, shelter and other services to flood victims.
K-9 Foundation Expands To Hibbing And Eveleth
SUPERIOR, WI (KDAL) – The AMSOIL Northland Law Enforcement K-9 Foundation has expanded to include the Hibbing and Eveleth police K-9 programs. The Foundation now serves all eight law enforcement agencies that have K-9s in St. Louis and Douglas Counties. The Hibbing Police Department’s K-9 team is Officer Brittany...
Northland K-9 Foundation expands to support Hibbing and Eveleth Police Department K-9 programs
Two more Iron Range police departments have joined the AMSOIL Northland Law Enforcement K-9 Foundation. With the edition of the Hibbing and Eveleth police K-9 programs, the K-9 Foundation now serves all eight law enforcement agencies that have K-9s in St. Louis and Douglas Counties. “It has long been our...
Northern St. Louis County Mental Health Court celebrates fifth anniversary
The Northern St. Louis County Mental Health Court will celebrate its 5th anniversary on Tuesday, July 30, at 10:30 a.m. at the Hibbing Courthouse. The event will feature graduates, who will share recovery stories, and justice partners who will offer words of encouragement. “We are so excited to celebrate this milestone with the community,” said Sixth Judicial District Assistant Chief Judge Rachel C. Sullivan. “The Hibbing Mental Health Court has changed the lives of more than 23 graduates over the past five years—that is something...
Cook man convicted on attempted murder charges
COOK- A St. Louis County jury has found Gary Duane Egolf Jensen, 56, of Cook, guilty on two counts of attempted murder in the second degree for his actions in a December 2022 domestic violence incident. The jury rendered its verdict on June 17. According to information provided by the...
Former Range lawmaker released from custody, no charges filed at this time
Former DFL lawmaker Jason Metsa, 43, was released from custody Tuesday, July 9. “Mr. Metsa was released without charges at this time,” explained Assistant St. Louis County Attorney Chris Florey. “A charging decision has not been made. This matter is pending further investigation and review.”. Metsa, from Virginia,...
Hibbing man arrested in connection to drug trafficking
HIBBING, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A Hibbing man has been arrested in connection to a drug delivery on the Iron Range. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force (LSVOTF) started investigating Phillip Davis, 53, of Hibbing, after receiving information that he was having individuals deliver meth and fentanyl for him.
Hibbing Man Arrested in Connection of Trafficking Drugs in Iron Range
HIBBING, Minn. – A Hibbing man has been arrested in connection to trafficking drugs on the Iron Range. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force (LSVOTF) investigated Phillip Davis, 53, of Hibbing, after receiving information that he was having individuals deliver methamphetamine and fentanyl.
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