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John Ramos

Superior police seize “over $100,000 worth” of fireworks in latest raid on business

On July 20, 2023, the regular meeting of Superior’s Public Safety Committee was enlivened when Superior Police Chief Nick Alexander mentioned that the police department had seized “an extremely...

McDavitt firefighters berate reporters, take no action on Kallio

On Aug. 2, 2023, the Monitor initially reported that McDavitt Township Fire Chief Nick Kallio had failed to tell township supervisors that he had been convicted of child sexual...

Vendor estimates suggest hockey booster club overcharged parents for apparel

With additional reporting by Sean McGee As part of the Monitor’s investigation into the financial dealings of the East End Hockey Boosters (EEHB), we analyzed EEHB budget line items. We...

Nemadji hopes to dredge ponds to boost water storage capacity

As the City of Duluth proceeds with a $5.5 million refurbishment of the irrigation system at Enger Golf Course, the City of Superior is also working to improve its...

Duluth school district evasive in booster club inquiry

The Monitor’s investigation into former Duluth East Hockey Coach Mike Randolph and the East End Hockey Boosters (EEHB) began in June of 2023. When I learned the EEHB was...

Rumors of unqualified McDavitt firefighters responding to calls unfounded

The Monitor initially reported on McDavitt Township Fire Chief Nick Kallio’s failure to report a child sex-abuse conviction to township supervisors on Aug. 2, 2023. On Aug. 8, Mr. Kallio...

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Entire jury pool dismissed in Deyette case; trial postponed indefinitely

On Feb. 3, 2026, jury selection for the Andrew Deyette case began in Lake County District Court, in Two Harbors. Since being filed, in...

Burger King franchisee settles with City of Duluth for failing to comply with Sick and Safe Time ordinance

On Jan. 26, 2026, the Duluth City Council passed Resolution 70, approving a settlement agreement with Cave Enterprises, a franchisee which operates 178 Burger...

Grand Marais church youth leader arrested for stalking, threatening minor girl

On Jan. 12 and Jan. 13, 2026, the Cook County Sheriff’s Office received calls from members of the Grand Marais Evangelical Free Church, because...

Council approves $35,000 to pay for delays in DECC hot water line project

In March of 2025, the City of Duluth advertised for bids to replace the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) hot water line, which heats...

Hayward school district covers up basketball coach’s complaints

For three years, Matthew Lobitz was involved with the Hayward, Wisconsin athletic program. As Junior Varsity boys basketball coach and an assistant soccer coach,...