King of Creams Ice Cream Truck Opens Storefront in Hillside
If you’re the kind of person who craves ice cream all year long, you’re in luck.
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Community Discusses Ways to Alleviate Bullying
Meeting in Superior to Put an End to an Ongoing Problem
In the weeks following a bullying incident that lead to the death of a Duluth teen, a new Facebook page called “Taking a Stand Against Bullying in Superior WI” was started by community members who decided it was time to make a difference.
School Science Experiment Set to Launch to Outer Space
Students From Marshall Win Contest
Seniors at Marshall School in Duluth designed experiments around the lack of gravity in outer space.
MN Lawmaker Proposes Legalizing Fireworks
MN Bill Would Change Fireworks Law
The ban on the sale and use of fireworks in Minnesota would come to an end if a bill chief-authored by State Representative Jason Rarick (R-Pine City) becomes law.
Keetac plant Closing in Keewatin
Hundreds of Job will be Lost
Last summer U.S. Steel pumped the breaks on a multi-million dollar expansion on the Iron Range.
Superior Police Department Honors Officers’ Accomplishments
Annual Award Ceremony in Superior
The Superior Police Department celebrated the accomplishments of its officers at this year’s annual awards ceremony.
U.S Coast Guard Ice Breaking Season Begins
Coast Guard Established First Track For Lakers
The Twin Ports are known worldwide for being a shipping hub. But, the U.S. Coast Guard has to help prep area waterways for the upcoming season.
Lester, Enger Park Golf Courses Hiring 50 Employees
Billy Casper Golf (BCG), recently appointed manager of the City of Duluth’s popular Enger Park and Lester Park golf courses, has job openings at several operational levels at both properties.
Arrests Made in Connection to Multiple Robberies in Northern WI
Two Arrested in Connection to Robberies in Northern WI
On Wednesday March 11, at about 2 p.m. a deputy from the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Department made a traffic stop on a suspect vehicle in several armed robberies that had occurred in the city of Hayward, the city of Rice Lake and the city of Ashland.
MN Bill Would Ban Hand-Feeding Bears
Hand-Feeding Bears Could be Illegal in Minnesota
A proposal moving through the Minnesota legislature would ban feeding wild bears by hand.
U.S. Steel to Idle Keewatin Plant
U.S. Steel to Idle Plant in May; 412 Employees Impacted
United States Steel Corporation announced Thursday it will temporarily idle its Minnesota Ore Operations – Keetac plant in Keewatin, Minn., effective May 13.
Teacher Layoff Bill Set for First Senate Test
A Republican move to minimize the roll of seniority in teacher layoff decisions is scheduled for its first Senate test.
Gun Debate Heats up Again at Legislature
Proposals Would Expand Some Access to Firearms
A House panel was set Thursday morning to debate a handful of proposals that would expand some access to firearms.
Trucking Business Opens In Proctor
A longtime trucking business is now open and hiring at least 30 people in Proctor.
Superior Bayfront Inn About to be Demolished
Developers Plan to Build New Hotel in Same Spot
Your drive on Highway Two in Superior is about to look a bit different.
Gary New Duluth Center Moving Forward
Construction Underway for new Recreation Center
A project is moving forward to revitalize the St. Louis River Corridor.
Elderly, People With Disabilities in Superior Face Cuts
Potential Cuts to Long Term Care in Wisconsin
“We are licensed for the advanced aged and Alzheimer’s, dementia,” Harmony Homes administrator Pamela Clark said.
Superior Police Investigate Armed Robbery at Super 8
Superior Police Search for Armed Robber
Superior Police investigating early Wednesday morning armed robbery at the Super 8 Motel located at 4901 East 2nd St.
Legal Fight with Bear Researcher Costs MN $430,000
Battle with Bear Researcher Costs Minnesota Taxpayers
An ongoing legal battle between the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and an Ely bear researcher has cost taxpayers roughly $430,000.
Car Hits 2 Houses in Duluth
Car Hits Porches of 2 Homes in Duluth
Some people living in downtown Duluth got quite the shock Wednesday.
Pipe Bomb DiscoveryTriggers School Evacuation, FBI Investigation
Weathered Pipe Bomb Detonated Feet From Hermantown School
Authorities detonated a pipe bomb in the parking lot of a child care center Wednesday.
Duluth Public Library Celebrates Milestone
125th Birthday Celebration at Duluth Library
The Duluth Library Foundation hosted a celebration in honor of the Library’s 125th Birthday Wednesday afternoon.
Duluth’s Mounted Patrol Looks Ahead to Get Ready For Summer Patrolling
Four Officers Train With Their Four Legged Friends
They’re big with flowing manes, large personalities and long tails and members of the Duluth Police Department are now busy training to use them on the force.
Restaurants Announced for ‘Chamber Restaurant Week’
Will Run March 22-28 in Superior
The Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is gearing up for its first ever Chamber Restaurant week.
Ashland Police Search for Armed Robbery Suspect
Suspect Considered Armed and Dangerous
The Ashland Police Department is searching for a man who held up a motel at gunpoint Wednesday.
Duluth Depot Welcomes New Program Director
Duluth Depot Creates New Position four 4 Museums
The St. Louis County Heritage and Arts Center, also known as The Depot, has welcomed a new position to facility.
Hayward Police Look for Man Who Robbed Inn
Man Robs Flat Creek Inn & Suites in Hayward
On March 10th, 2015, at approximately 3:18 a.m. City of Hayward Police Officers were dispatched to Flat Creek Inn & Suites reference an armed robbery in progress.
Hanger Hits The Road: Poplar, Wis.
In this edition of Hanger Hits the Road, we head to the small town of Poplar, Wis., as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports.
Superior Gas Station Robbed At Gunpoint
Suspect On The Loose
Superior police are on the hunt for a man who robbed a gas station at gunpoint.
Great Outdoors: Ice Cross Racing
In this latest edition of the Great Outdoors, FOX 21’s Stef Manisero takes you to Mont Du Lac Ski Resort where Ice Cross races are all the rage.
Plans For 9-Story Park Point Hotel Shot Down
Developer Plans to Appeal Decision
Plans for a nine-story hotel on Park Point have been shot down, but it’s not the end of the road for the project.
Thomas Uncini Steps Down as Chief Medical Examiner
St. Louis County medical examiner Thomas Uncini has announced he’ll be stepping down as chief medical examiner.
Bakery Bounces Back After Fire
Black Bear Bakery
An Iron Range business has bounced back after it was damaged in a fire about two months ago.
Chisholm Teen Going to National Spelling Bee
An Iron Range 8th-grader has landed a spot in the National Spelling Bee. Eighth grade student Cade Klimek of Chisholm High School is a whiz with words.
Man Rescued After Minivan Plunges Into Lake
The reality of warm weather sinks in after a fisherman’s van goes through the ice nearly taking him under.
Medical Marijuana Operations Restricted to Specific Zones
Duluth Identifies Potential Zones for Medical Marijuana
Duluth City Officials are setting limits on where a medical marijuana distribution center can be placed in the city and many locations are already being considered in a recent proposal.
Unions Sue Over Wisconsin’s Right-to-Work Law
The Wisconsin state AFL-CIO and two local unions have filed a lawsuit seeking to at least temporarily stop implementation of Wisconsin’s new right-to-work law.
UMD to Offer Gender Inclusive Housing in Duluth
Inclusive Housing Begins Fall 2015
UMD is starting a trend by offering a gender inclusive housing in the fall to 5 on campus apartment buildings.
Warm Weather Brings Bikers to Minnesota Roads
Officials Remind Riders of Safety Hazards
Warm weather has riders taking their motorcycles out on Minnesota roads, and safety is critical, especially early in the riding season.
MN Lawmakers Point to Accidents to Make Case for Rail Upgrades
MN Lawmakers Ask for Rail Upgrades
Democratic lawmakers say a string of recent explosive crude-by-rail derailments nationwide make it necessary to improve Minnesota’s railroad network.
Northland Students Explore Careers in Construction Trades
First "Construct Tomorrow" in Duluth
More than 10 area high schools attended the first “Construct Tomorrow” Career Exploration Event to find out what it means to have a career in the building trades.
Duluth Awarded $200K Grant From EPA
Help Revitalize West Duluth
The City of Duluth has been awarded a $200,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Minnesota Officials to Provide Update to Unemployment Rate
Minnesota officials are providing their first update to the state’s unemployment picture since January.
Lake Superior Swallows ‘The Cribs’
It looks like Uncle Harvey’s Mausoleum (a.k.a ‘The Cribs’) won’t be a jumping off spot for swimmers this summer.
Students Help to Restore Pine Marten Population
Students in Bayfield are getting a hands-on experience as they help to protect the state’s only endangered mammal species.
Knowing Your Neighbors: Swanky Sweet Pea
Swanky Sweet Pea is a vibrant little shop specializing in dessert inspired bath bombs.
Ice Caves Closed for the Season
If you didn’t get out to the Apostle Islands ice caves you’ll have to wait another year as they closed Monday evening at dusk.
Carlton County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes K9 Unit
Local Donations Revive K9 Program
There’s a new dog in town, and at 16-months-old he can already sniff out 10 types of drugs.
Boy Recovers from Chair Lift Fall
It’s been a week and a half since and 8-year-old Solon Springs boy fell off the chair lift at Spirit Mountain.
Toasty’s Will Begin Delivery Services
Grilled cheese and sandwich lovers, we’ve got good news for you. Toasty’s Café will soon be delivering.
