Special Report: Long Wait Part Two
Meet the People in Charge of Clearing Duluth's Backlog of Untested Rape Kits
Meet the team in charge of working through Duluth’s backlog of untested rape kits.
Features
A Long Wait: Untested Sexual Assault Kits Part 1
Duluth Ranks No. 1 in the State for Untested Sexual Assault Kits
DULUTH, Minn. – In 2015 Duluth earned a notorious title, one that put a dark spot on hope for sexual assault survivors. Out of the entire state, the city is No. 1 in the amount of untested rape kits sitting shelved in the evidence room, 578 kits to be exact and some 23 years old. The information came out after…
Animal Answers: Microchipping Month
One in Three Animals Will Go Missing at Some Point, Animal Allies is Looking to Help
DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Animal Answers, FOX 21’s Brett Scott took a trip to Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth to find out more about a helpful event happening during the month of February. Statistics show one in three animals will go missing at some point in the life, leading to an array of problems. To celebrate Micro…
Native American History on Display in Superior
New Exhibit Opens at Douglas County Historical Society
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A new exhibit is opening up at the Douglas County Historical Society highlighting Native American culture in our area. The planning for this exhibit began when a Dugout Canoe was discovered in storage in 2015. The canoe was actually donated in 1939 and was found to be authentic Dakota. On Saturday, February 25th at 11 a.m. the…
SPECIAL REPORT: A Long Wait, Rape Kits Unprocessed
Join us for Part One, Wednesday after Star and Part Two, Thursday after My Kitchen Rules
There’s a major backlog when it comes to processing rape kits in St. Louis County. It’s a problem throughout the state, but the number of pending kits is the highest, right here, in St. Louis County. Approximately one of every five untested kits is waiting in St. Louis County; some of them dating back to the 1980s. We’ll discover the…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Furniture Express
Three friends began selling furniture on social media. They grew the business enough to open a storefront in Hermantown.
DULUTH, Minn. – Three friends, all under the age of thirty, have put their business savvy to the test. They started selling furniture on social media sites, which led them to open a storefront. They have some of the comfiest furniture around, but you won’t catch these entrepreneurs sitting down for too long. They’re busy growing and changing an…
Minnesota Grocery Bagging Champion Competes at Nationals
Sandstone Native Finishes Just Outside of Top Five at National Competition
LAS VEGAS, NV. – Two weeks ago, we told you about Minnesota grocery bagging champion Seth Allen as he was preparing to compete in the national competition in Las Vegas. The competition is now over, and the Sandstone native fared well, finishing just outside the top five baggers, and narrowly missing out on winning a cash prize and competing in…
Abraham Lincoln, Civil War Reenactors Perform for President’s Day
Coffee Conversation: President's Day at Duluth Depot
DULUTH, Minn. – In celebration of President’s Day, the Duluth Depot is welcoming a famous guest. Abraham Lincoln, played by Fritz Klein, is making an appearance today. Klein will be performing the “Last Full Measure” which chronicles the time between when he was shot and when he died. Additionally, Klein will give “Lincoln Talks” throughout the day. The Lincoln Funeral…
Spirit Mountain Soakin’ In Warmer Weather
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Weekend Spotlight: Feb. 17-19
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Cooking Connection: Bread Making With Great Harvest
The Staff at Great Harvest Bread Company in Duluth Show How to Prepare Bread, Granola and More
DULUTH, Minn. – The FOX 21 Morning Crew hit the road for this week’s Cooking Connection, stopping by Great Harvest Bread Co. in Duluth. Lee Davidson, Co-Owner of Great Harvest, gave Brett Scott a tour of the facility, while employees were hard at work shaping fresh baguettes. The team typically gets to work around 3:45a.m., with one baker sponging breads, while…
Animal Answers: Providing Dental Care at Lake Superior Zoo
A Recent Grant of $9,500 is Making it Easier for Zoo Staff to Once Again Provide Dependable Dental Care
DULUTH, Minn. – When it comes to dental diligence, we often forget to think about our pets. Whether it be dogs, cats, lions, or tigers, veterinarians say all teeth need to be touched up. “Animals have absolutely no way to tell us when they have dental pain,” said Dr. Michael Overend, Owner of Lake County Veterinary Clinics. When it comes…
Dating Dangers: Online Dating in the Northland
Special Report: Avoiding Internet Scams
DULUTH, Minn. – Finding the love of your life and being part of a happy, lasting relationship is a reason many head online to connect with someone special. “I was attracted to online dating because it kind of narrows the playing field a little bit,” said a Minnesota man looking for love, “the idea of like going out to a…
Valentine’s Day Glass Blowing
Couples Could Take Two Person Class to Make Pendants or Wine Goblets
DULUTH, Minn. – Another way Northlanders could celebrate Valentine’s Day was with a glass blowing class for two. Lake Superior Art Glass offered 60-90 minute classes where people could make pendants or wine goblets with their valentine. “I think it’s a pretty unusual date but I think it’s a good unusual, so it’s different, it’s fun, it’s been getting a…
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
This Weeks Knowing Your Neighbor
PIKE LAKE, Minn. – Fresh never frozen burgers and steaks, daily specials behind the bar and in the kitchen and a crazy fun atmosphere that will make you want to come back. If you’ve ever been there you’ll know I’m talking about the Cast Iron Bar and Grill. If you haven’t, that’s where we’re headed for this week’s knowing you…
SPECIAL REPORT: Dating Dangers
Join us for our Special Report: Dating Dangers, Tuesday after Bones
Join us Tuesday, February 14 after Bones, for our special report, Dating Dangers. While online dating has worked for many, there are some who have fallen victim to con artists looking to steal their possessions and even their identities. FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad will look at how people can avoid becoming a victim of potential scams associated with online dating….
Buzz Frenzy Software Promotes Local Businesses on Facebook
Coffee Conversation: Buzz Frenzy
DULUTH, Minn. – A new tech company, Buzz Frenzy, is offering a software to help small businesses propel their marketing on Facebook. This new tool Buzz Frenzy created allows businesses to add a specific hashtag anywhere in their Facebook post and when posted, the post will spread over Facebook. Founder and CEO, Dan Stocke, came up with the idea to…
Hoff Doesn’t Miss a Beat in Return
Callie Hoff was out for 11 games and has since been leading the Mirage's offense.
Callie Hoff’s senior season has been full of high and lows. The lowest point coming before the season even started. “It was our preseason scrimmages in forest lake… about half way through almost, I was taking a face off and the girl put her stick in between my skates and kind of flipped me and as I fell I tore…
Coaches Corner: Tim Madsen
Frenzy Crew Sits Down With 1st Year Wilderness Head Coach
Categories: Coaches Corner, Features, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports
Humane Happy Hour
Animal Allies Hosts Adult Happy Hour
Duluth, Animal Allies in Duluth held their first ever educational happy hour for adults tonight. They say the typical interaction they have is with children, so this was a good way to get to know the adults. People that came were also able to receive an exclusive after hours tour to see some areas of the shelter normally reserved for…
Special Report: The Canadian Connection | Part Two
FOX 21's Brett Scott Speaks with Local Tourism Officials and Business Owners on Canadian Cash Flow in the Northland
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Nearly fourteen million Canadians call the Province of Ontario home. Located directly north of Minnesota, thousands of our northern neighbors travel south each year. “A lot of them are on their way to Mall of America, and we are one of their major stops,” said Anna Klobuchar with Visit Cook County. Many miles separate the Canadian…
Preview: Canadian Connection Part 2
Join us tonight for FOX 21 News at 9 for part two of this special report!
Canadian Connection Part 2
Sweeden Sweets Prepares for Valentine’s Day
Cooking Connection: Sweets for your Sweetheart
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Sweeden Sweets is preparing for Valentine’s Day. Apart from their homemade fudge, truffles and chocolate, they are making some special treats for the holiday. To place an order you can stop in the store, or call (715) 718-0713. For more information head to sweedensweets.com. Sweeden Sweets is located at 601 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880. Categories: Cooking…
High School Students Compete in Battle of Wits
This Year's Quiz Bowl Season Ends with Intense Face-to-Face Tournament
ASHLAND, Wis. – High school students from all over Northern Wisconsin faced off in a battle of knowledge today in Ashland. Competitive energy filled the air in the CESA 12 building in Ashland as the region’s top quiz bowl teams squared off in their only face-to-face tournament this season. “It’s a high stakes situation, you know?” says Phillips senior Harrison…
Special Report: The Canadian Connection | Part One
FOX 21's Brett Scott examines the Canadian Cash Flow into the Twin Ports
GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. – Over 150 miles separate the Twin Ports from our northern border. Each year hundreds of thousands of Canadians travel along Highway 61, making their way down to invest in our local economy. “We see four-hundred, five-hundred, up to one-thousand packages a day.” Jaime Spry, General Manager at Ryden’s Border Store, might be decking the halls while…
Preview: Canadian Connection Part 1
Tonight on FOX 21 News at 9
Canadian Connection Part One Preview
SPECIAL REPORT: Canadian Connection Part 2
Join us on Thursday, February 9 for Part Two of our Special Report: Canadian Connection
Join us on Thursday after My Kitchen Rules, for a special report on the Canadian Connection with FOX 21’s Brett Scott. We’ll take a look at how important our neighbors to the north are to our local economies, and just why they’ve chosen the Twin Ports to flock to. Categories: Business, News, News – Latest News, Special…
Dog Food Sold in Minnesota Recalled for Pentobarbital Contamination
Five lots of Hunk of Beef have been voluntarily recalled
An Illinois-based pet food company is voluntarily recalling one of its products after four dogs became sick and one died after consuming the company’s dog food. Evanders Dog & Cat Food is recalling five lots of its Hunk of Beef product due to potential contamination with Pentobarbital, which can affect animals causing drowsiness, dizziness, excitement, loss of balance, nausea, and…
SPECIAL REPORT: Canadian Connection Part 1
Join us for Part One of our Special Report: Canadian Connection on Wednesday after Star
Join us on Wednesday after Star, for a special report on the Canadian Connection with FOX 21’s Brett Scott. We’ll take a look at how important our neighbors to the north are to our local economies, and just why they’ve chosen the Twin Ports to flock to. Brett will also take us to some area businesses near the border and…
Knowing Your Neighbor: Vietnamese Lantern
Vietnamese Lantern In Two Harbors Works To Give Original Recipes
Two Harbors, Minn. – A Vietnamese restaurant in Two Harbors has recently changed owners, who are wanting to serve good, traditional Vietnamese food, with a smile. For this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we’re heading to the Vietnamese Lantern. Cooking is an art, an art that Lilly Bailey loves to do in her very own restaurant and a restaurant that was a dream…
Best Grocery Bagger in Minnesota On to National Competition
Sandstone College Student Has Chance to Be Bagging Champion in Las Vegas
SANDSTONE, Minn. – A grocery bagger recently won the state bagging competition and will now compete for the national title in Las Vegas. Seth Allen has been bagging groceries for more than three years at Chris’ Food Center in Sandstone. “I never thought I would be a professional bagger per se, it’s not something that as a kid you think…
Local Authors Featured at Barnes and Noble
Good Reads for Cold Weather
DULUTH, Minn. – Local authors were featured in this week’s Coffee Conversation. Shari Illig, Community Business Development Manager for Barnes & Noble, brought in four books to feature. The first is “Locally Laid” by, Lucie B. Amundsen. This book has been chosen as the One Book Northland for the community read. It’s coming out in paperback on February 28. Illig…
Special Report: Extreme Freestyle
Skiiers and Snowboards Find Inspiration At Spirit Mountain
They say it’s never too late to learn how to freestyle ski or snowboard.
The Greyhounds Fab Five
Duluth East Seniors Transform Final Season
This boy’s basketball season at Duluth East started off like any other, with high hopes and high expectations. However, sweet dreams soon turned sour as the start of the Greyhounds season took a bad bounce with the team winning just 1 of their first 7 games. Greyhounds Senior Forward Malique Goulet comments, “It was a little discouraging at first, not…
Kids Slide Down Hill in Home-Made Sleds
5th Annual Art Sled Rally Raises Money for Northwood Children's Services
DULUTH, Minn. – Kids had the chance to slide down a hill in their own home-made sleds today at Ridgeview Country Club in Duluth. The 5th Annual Art Sled Rally featured creative, cardboard box sleds made and ridden by kids who were dressed as trolls, Prince, and other fun characters. Prizes for best in show, best themed, and most spirited…
SPECIAL REPORT: Extreme Skiing
Join us Sunday, February 6 for this special report on a growing sport in the Northland
Join us on Sunday after the Super Bowl and 24 Legacy, for a special report on an extreme sport that has called the Northland home: Extreme Skiing. We’ll check out some of the awesome stunts that these athletes perform, from rails to jumps, you’ll see it all. Join us on Sunday for FOX 21 News to learn more about this…
The Coldest Place: How A Small Minnesota Town Earned the State’s Frigid Title
On February 2, 1996, two Minnesota towns battled to set a new record cold temperature
TOWER, Minn. – 21 years ago, the air temperature in Tower, Minnesota hit a chilly 60 degrees below zero. The town, with a population of 500, nestled in the Northland, is the coldest location based on average winter temperatures east of the Great Plains. “So here I am, in the coldest place there is in America,” said Randy Semo, owner…
Local Bakery Offers Specialized Baked Goods for Holidays
Cooking Connection: Johnson's Bakery
DULUTH, Minn. – A romantic holiday is just around the corner and a local bakery is preparing. Johnson’s Bakery is offering cookies, cakes, mini cakes, cookie cakes and cupcakes for Valentine’s Day. Lakeside Branch Manager Megan Spitzley suggests ordering early so customers don’t miss out on what they want. The bakery will also be making football cookies for the Super…
Animal Answers: Friends of Animals Saves Texas Dogs
Friends of Animals Humane Society Recently Became Home to Nine New Dogs; Eight from Texas Shelters
CLOQUET, Minn. – Friends of Animals Humane Society in Cloquet recently received a big delivery after rescuing dogs from shelters across the country. Eight of these pups traveled all the way from Texas. “I meet with all of them, we get to know them. I sit and take pictures and get to know their personalities,” said Katy Goodman with Friends of…
SPECIAL REPORT: The Coldest Place
Join us on Thursday during FOX 21 News at 9 for a special report from Meteorologist Brittney Merlot
Join us on Thursday, February 2, 2017 for FOX 21 News at 9, as Meteorologist Brittney Merlot takes us back 21 years, to the coldest day on record for a little town on the Iron Range. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Special Reports, Weather in the News
History of The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Northland Uncovered
DULUTH, Minn. – Downtown Duluth is bustling with growing businesses moving into the Zenith City. The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce played a role in that as they were founded the same year the city was incorporated. “We started in the core of downtown when there were very few buildings in the entire city,” said David Ross, President and CEO…
New Moose Lake School Taking Shape
Progress Being Made on School Set to Open This Spring
MOOSE LAKE, Minn. – It was back in 2014 when voters in Moose Lake approved a nearly $35 million referendum to build a new school, and now construction on that is nearing completion. “As you can tell from the sounds and commotion, we are under construction,” says Moose Lake Superintendent Bob Indihar. Ground was broken last summer and now, in…
Northwind Book & Fiber
Knowing Your Neighbor
SPOONER, Wis. – Picture it now staying in a lakeside cabin, feet up, sitting by a nice fire snuggled up with a favorite blanket reading a book with not a care in the world. That’s exactly the scenario that Carol Dunn lives for to keep her book store thriving. “Book stores across the country right now are seeing a…
Adventuring through Hartley Park by Candlelight
Coffee Conversation: Candlelight Ski, Skate & Snowshoe
DULUTH, Minn. – Winter is back in the Northland and Hartley Park is filling up with outdoor enthusiasts. To celebrate the season, Hartley Nature Center is hosting their annual Candlelight Ski, Skate & Snowshoe event. It’s being held on February 11 from 4-7 p.m. There will be naturalist-led snowshoe hikes, cross-country skiing by candlelight, ice skating on Hartley Pond, dessert…
Lott Getting Comfortable on the Ice
This week's Northern Star is Duluth East Junior Gabi Lott
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth East Junior Gabi Lott has been skating for over a decade. “When I was about four -years-old my parents signed me up for the learn to skate program and my dad kind of had in his head that I would do hockey,” said Lott. But just playing a sport wasn’t enough for Lott, she wanted to…
Weekend Spotlight: Jan 27-29
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Making Valentine’s Day Gifts on a Budget
Do-It-Yourself Crafts with Pure Event Planning
DULUTH, Minn. – Valentine’s Day is just a couple weeks away, so Mary Carlson, owner of Pure Event Planning, stopped by FOX 21 to help Northlanders prepare. Instead of putting off getting a gift until the last minute, why not work on some do-it-yourself gifts? Carlson gave two ideas for romantics to stay on budget. The first is a giant,…
Vikings Teach Kids to Stop Bullying
Vikings' Mascot Viktor Stopped at Lakewood Elementary in Duluth to Interact with Students
DULUTH, Minn. -The Minnesota Vikings stopped at Lakewood Elementary in Duluth today. The appearance was part of mascot Viktor the Viking’s quest to stop bullying. The program brings him and other members of the Vikings around the state to interact with kids and teach them how to prevent all kinds of bullying, including verbal, physical, social, and cyber bullying. “To…
Snow Plow Simulator Teaches Drivers Safety
MnDOT Uses Simulator Year Round to Help Drivers Brush Up on Skills
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation has a plow truck simulator they send around the state to train snow plow drivers. From the outside, this may look like an ordinary trailer, but inside there is a state of the art plow driving simulator. “The drivers get the opportunity every time we come around during a training cycle, they…
