Hundreds Graduate from UWS
Hundreds of local college students threw their hats in the air this weekend as they advance to a new chapter in their lives.
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MN lawmakers backing $16.5M plan for avian flu help
The new state budget Minnesota lawmakers are assembling supplies $16.5 million to aid in the state’s response to the avian flu.
Bethel man drowns in Minnesota lake
73-Year-Old man found dead in Clearwater Lake
Authorities say a 73-year-old Bethel man has drowned in Clearwater Lake in central Minnesota.
Fatal car accident near Marenisco, Michigan
27-Year-Old pronounced dead
The Gogebic County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its investigation into a rollover accident that claimed the life of a 27 year old Marenisco man early Saturday morning.
California man drowns in northwestern Minnesota lake
Otter Tail County law enforcement locate body
Authorities say they’ve recovered the body of a California man who fell out of a boat and drowned on Jewett Lake, near Fergus Falls, in northwestern Minnesota. Authorities say he was not wearing a life preserver.
Body of man pulled from Little Detroit Lake
Lake in Northwestern Minnesota
Authorities say a body has been pulled from Little Detroit Lake in northwestern Minnesota after a local pilot and a police investigator spotted it from a plane.
Lawmakers race to pass budget
Budget to be finalized before May 18th
Minnesota lawmakers are starting a three-day sprint to hash out the specifics of a budget deal.
Graduation Surprise for One WITC Student
WITC Graduate Ends College Career With One Last Important Question
Friday night at WITC graduation, one student topped off her college career with more than just a diploma.
Duluth Mountain Bike Racing Team Hosts Movie Fundraiser
Mountain bike enthusiasts gathered for a free movie Friday to help raise awareness and funds for the Duluth Mountain Bike Racing team.
Duluth Playhouse Hosts ‘Derby & Dice’ Fundraiser
Kentucky Derby-Themed Party Benefits Local Theater
Duluthians put on their dresses and big hats to celebrate the 7th annual Duluth Playhouse fundraiser.
Twin Ports Performers Showcase Passion for Dance
Annual Minnesota Ballet Spring Performance
Dance students from around the Twin Ports showed their passion and dedication to the art Friday.
UWS Honors Multicultural Students
Students Awarded For Bringing Diversity, Equity to Campus
On the eve of graduation, UWS honored its multicultural students for their academic achievements and accomplishments.
Sunday Growler Sales a Reality in Duluth
Councilors Make Move in Right Direction
The Minnesota State Legislature recently approved a measure giving local governments the authority to permit Sunday sales of growlers. The Duluth City Council has approved local sales of these 64 oz. containers of beer on Sunday.
Alcohol Sales Back on Course at Lester Park
Lester Park Golf Course to Sell Liquor
The Lester Park Golf Course will officially be able to sell liquor at their course.
Superior Police to Use Body Cameras This Summer
Police to Use Body Cameras in Superior this Summer
The Superior Police Department will soon be taking part in the body cam initiative.
Volunteers Needed for Bentleyville Light Repairs
Bentleyville Looks for Volunteers
The Northland’s Disneyland needs your help replacing some its lights.
Read with a Therapy Dog this Saturday
Duluth Library Offers Chance to Read with a Therapy Dog
For the first time free children’s literacy programming is being offered at the Miller Hill Mall.
Free Fare for Bus Riders with Bikes
Passengers with Bikes Get Free Fare on Buses in Duluth
Passengers who brought their bikes with them did not have to pay a fare on the bus.
Wade Stadium is Vandalized
Vandals Strike at Wade Stadium
After getting more than $2 million in upgrades Wade Stadium has been vandalized.
Deal Reached Over Minnesota Wild Rice Sulfate Standards
MN Lawmakers Reach Deal Over Wild Rice Sulfate Standards
Lawmakers have reached a compromise with Gov. Mark Dayton’s administration over enforcing state standards for protecting wild rice.
‘King of the Blues’ Blues Legend B.B. Dead at 89
Blues Legend B.B. King Dies
Blues legend B.B. King has died in Las Vegas at age 89, his lawyer says.
Life House Graduates Successful Youth
It was a night to shine Thursday for Duluth’s homeless and street youth.
Sex Offender Stigma 3: Sexual Development
In our final report called Sex Offender Stigma, we focus on the victim, the long-term mental effects after a sex offense, and why some experts believe developing healthy sexual relationships could be one key part of preventing sex crimes from happening.
Job Market Outlook for College Grads
What Experts Are Saying About Job Hunting in 2015
“It’s always an interesting time of the year,” said Director of Career Services at The College of St. Scholastica, Mary Anderson.
Duluth Elementary Teacher Receives Goldfine Gold Star Teacher Award
A Duluth elementary school teacher was recognized for her stellar work in the classroom Thursday.
Police Officers Honor Those Lost in the Line of Duty
Memorial Prayer Breakfast Held in Duluth
For law enforcement officers in St. Louis County, Thursday was a day of remembrance and a day for prayer.
Superior Seeks Clean Up Volunteers
Superior needs your help cleaning up debris left from melted snow and the rain.
Students with Disabilities Get a Chance to Play
Northland Students with Disabilities Get a Chance to Play
“Hi my name is Paul and I like the games,” said Paul Gannucci.
Twin Ports Police Remember Fallen Officers
Fallen Officers Remembered at Service
Twin Ports Officers who died in the line of duty were honored Thursday afternoon at the Superior Police Department’s Annual Memorial Ceremony.
K9 Receives Bullet, Stab Protective Vests
Superior Police Department Gets Donation for K9
A K9 at the Superior Police Department is excited about his new wardrobe.
Janet Kennedy Announces Duluth City Council Candidacy
Kennedy Running for District 5
Thursday Afternoon, West Duluth Resident, Janet Kennedy announced her candidacy for Duluth City Council District 5.
Minnesota Band Plays Tribute to Brett Favre
"Old Number Four" - The Complete Song
The Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank stopped by FOX 21 to play their tribute to Brett Favre, “Old Number Four.”
Wisconsin’s Feingold to Run for U.S. Senate
Feingold to Run for His Old Senate
Democrat Russ Feingold has decided to run for his old Senate seat in Wisconsin against Republican Ron Johnson, who defeated him in 2010.
5 Critically Endangered Seals Come to Minnesota Zoo
Animals to be Unveiled Memorial Day Weekend
Members of a critically endangered seal species are coming to the Minnesota Zoo.
Minnesota Orchestra Makes Historic Trip to Cuba
Orchestra to Perform this Weekend
Members of the Minnesota Orchestra are in Cuba, making a historic trip with political implications.
Orphan Gosling Adopted into New Family of Geese
Lake Superior Zoo Helps Gosling Find New Siblings
An orphan gosling found in a parking lot has been adopted into a new family of geese on the grounds of The Lake Superior Zoo.
Sex Offender Stigma 2: Does Treatment Work?
'You Can Heal. I Know That'
Nobody can argue that a sex offense is a serious crime. But can an offender get treatment and eventually heal after serving time? In Part 2 of Sex Offender Stigma, a registered sex offender gives his thoughts on that question, and so does a leading sex psychologist in Duluth, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports.
UMD Students Decorate Graduation Caps
Students Reminisce on Time in Duluth, Get Ready for Next Step
With UMD graduation just a few days away, students are getting excited for the next step.
Construction Begins on 13th Kwik Trip in Twin Ports
Old Klearflax Warehouse Comes Down, Convenience Store Going In
Crews have started tearing down the old Klearflax warehouse on Grand Aveune in West Duluth.
4th Annual Grown By Our Own
Local Home-Growers, Consumers Discuss Healthy Eating
Everybody knows eating locally benefits not only your health, but also the local economy. But Wednesday night, local home–growers in Two Harbors made a push for others to jump on the bandwagon.
Cell Company Approaches Duluth About Putting Up Tower
A cell phone company is in talks with the City of Duluth about installing an antenna at either Wade Stadium or the Wheeler Athletic Complex.
$13M Weigh Station Under Construction in Douglas Co.
When built in 1969, the Safety Weight Enforcement Facility on HWY 2 and 53 was considered state of the art.
Glensheen Unveils New Room
Duluth Glensheen mansion is unveiling another room you’ve never seen before.
Part of Highway 13 Collapses Near Red Cliff
Road Collapses Near Red Cliff
No one was injured after a culvert collapsed on Highway 13 just south of Red Cliff, Wisconsin.
Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Holds Campaign Camp
Campaign Strategies, Event Fundraising, Etc.
Thinking about running for Duluth Political Office but don’t know where to start? The Duluth Area Chamber Commerce help their 2015 campaign camp Wednesday afternoon.
Superior Meats Takes Home “Best Sausage” Title
First Ever "Best Show" Title Since 2002
Looking for the best sausage in Wisconsin? Look no farther than a Superior based shop.
Favre Gets Own Song with “Old Number Four”
Band Inspired by NFC Title Game
Just in time for his return to Green Bay, Brett Favre has his own theme song. A band in Minnesota, the Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank, named the song “Old Number Four.”
Plastic Ban Movement Gaining Momentum in MN
Duluth Addresses Overuse of Plastic Bags
The City of Duluth sends 3,200 tons of plastic waste to the landfill every year. A movement that gained momentum in California is going national.
Packers Quarterback Earns $50,000 for Charity on Jeopardy
Rodgers Wins "Celebrity Jeopardy"; $50,000 for Childhood Cancer Research
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has earned $50,000 for childhood cancer research playing “Celebrity Jeopardy.”
