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Hot and Cold Valentine’s Day Weekend: Couples Take Glass-Blowing Classes, Snowshoe through Glensheen

Glass-Blowing Classes and Snowshoe with Your Sweetie continue on Monday.

February 13, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday this year, which might only make room for a dinner date night. But some local lovebirds and sweethearts from out of town stretched the holiday over the weekend maximizing together time getting hot and cold with activities throughout Duluth. Things heated up –literally — at Lake Superior Art Glass’s Hot Shop. They…

Police Arrest Protesters Who Remained At US-Canada Bridge

February 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP)WINDSOR, Ontario (AP) — Police moved in to clear and arrest the remaining protesters near the busiest U.S.-Canadian border crossing Sunday, ending a demonstration against COVID-19 restrictions that has hurt the economy of both nations even as they held back from a crackdown on a larger protest in the capital, Ottawa. The protest in Ottawa…

Restaurant Association Pres. Pleased Duluth 30-Day-Mask Mandate Ends

February 12, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Mayor Emily Larson imposed the 30-day mask mandate after a tense council meeting about the subject, in January. Now some in the restaurant industry welcome its end, while others say their employees will keep their masks on for some time. Mayor Larson imposed the mandate to take some of the pressure off of overwhelmed healthcare systems, with…

Couples Celebrate Love, Learn about Animals at Lake Superior Zoo’s ‘Best Date Ever’

Adults could sign up for 11 different tours going behind the scenes.

February 12, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Love was in the air this weekend even at Lake Superior Zoo and dozens of couples felt it at the zoo’s best date ever event. Adults could sign up for 11 different tours going behind the scenes of their Bear County exhibit and their Animal Care Center and glimpsing into unique animal experiences like checking out the nocturnal…

Second Saturday Marketplace Showcases Local Female Artists, Crafters

Roughly a dozen vendors were there at the Spirit of the Lake Community School in Duluth and some change at each marketplace.

February 12, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Local female-owned businesses shined as the Nice Girls of the North’s Monthly Marketplace returned. The Second Saturday Marketplace showcases the work of local female artists and crafters. Roughly a dozen vendors were there at the Spirit of the Lake Community School in Duluth and some change at each marketplace. Organizers say while shopping small local businesses is always…

6th Annual Frozen Fatty at Spirit Mountain

February 12, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The 6th annual Frosted Fatty event returned to the trails of Spirit Mountain Saturday, and even though there were a few wipeouts, people still had a blast. The race brought out 35 riders from the Twin Cities, and even out of state, to try their luck racing downhill on the mountain bike trails of Spirit Mountain. 2013…

Duluth School District Concludes Investigation Into On-Ice Violence During East-Denfeld Hockey Game

Attacked player Cooper McClure's father Jason says the district has yet to reach out to his son or his family about the incident.

February 11, 2022

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday night, FOX 21 revealed shocking footage from late in Wednesday night’s game between the Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld boys hockey teams. It shows Greyhounds defenseman Grady Downs attacking Hunters forward Cooper McClure with repeated blows to the head. Duluth superintendent John Magas sat down exclusively with FOX 21 and he says he was notified of…

29th Annual Ely Winter Fest Celebrating History and the Outdoors

February 11, 2022

Natalie Noury,

ELY, Minn. — For northern Minnesotans there’s no staying under the covers when snow falls, it’s just another way to get outdoors even in the dead of winter and the return of the 29th annual Ely winter fest attracted plenty to do just that, from the area, and beyond. Big fish, lions and more have appeared in the snow in…

Duluth Pack Supports Head of Lakes Fair United Way’s ‘Experience Auction’

A daily experience with be released for bid from 6 a-m – 11 p-m daily.

February 11, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two local organizations are once again partnering up to give back to the community this year. Duluth Pack is once again supporting Head of the Lakes Fair United Way’s 100-Day Experience Auction. The auction runs for 100 days through May 11th. A daily experience with be released for bid from 6 a-m – 11 p-m daily. Duluth Pack…

‘If the Dress Fits’ Back with Prom Dress Giveaway

They only ask they pay $10 for an appointment, as they have a new “dress garage” location in Carlton they need some help heating.

February 11, 2022

Arman Rahman,

CARLTON, Minn.- Finding a prom dress can be stressful for many families, not to mention costly. But one local mother-daughter duo is back helping with that. Amy Arntson and her daughter founded “If the Dress Fits” 7 years ago, providing free prom dresses to hundreds of teens across the northland. After taking a break due to the pandemic, they’re back…

Fans Flock to Local Liquor Stores for Super Bowl Sunday Beverages

People have been buying up beers and even higher end spirits, management said.

February 11, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Super Bowl Sunday is just two days away and local liquor stores are seeing fans come to stock up for their watch parties. Over at Keyport Liquor and Lounge on Belknap Street in Superior, they say even though there’s less excitement than if the Packers or Vikings were playing, people have still been buying up beers and even…

Spirit Mountain Gears Up for the Annual Frosted Fatty Bike Race

February 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fat Tire Bikes are back at Spirit Mountain this weekend for their 6th annual Frosted Fatty event. The winter downhill fat bike race will consist of two stages. Racers can attempt each stage as many times as they would like during one hour to try and get a faster time. Winners will be selected by combining their…

Hoops International Bonspiel Kick-Off

February 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn.- As Olympic curlers take the ice in Beijing, local athletes compete in their own Bonspiel here this weekend. Hoops Brewing’s annual Hoops international Bonspiel kicked off Friday at the Duluth Curling Club as curlers hit the ice in a battle to take home the $4,400 dollar cash prize. After Team Shuster took gold in the 2018 Olympics, the…

Bent Paddle hosts ‘Freshwater’ Pre-Party

February 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn.- A new documentary focused on Lake Superior and its waters is set to premier next week, but the crew celebrated the film at pre-party on Friday. 515 Productions held a pre-party at Bent Paddle ahead of next week’s premier of Freshwater. Surfers, scientists, and Duluth business owners gathered around to catch a glimpse of the film for the…

5 More Minor Leaguers Suspended for Drug Tests, Total Now 14

February 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – Pitchers Joe Flores of Colorado, Lenny Polanco and Jesus Tovar and Minnesota and Alan Ramirez of Miami have been suspended for 60 games each following positive tests for the performance-enhancing substance Stanozolol under baseball’s minor league drug program. All four are assigned to the Dominican Summer League. San Francisco pitcher Austin Reich was suspended for 50…

Delay Ahead for Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Under 5

February 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – U.S. regulators have put the brakes on their push to speed Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to children under 5. Friday’s move creates major uncertainty about how soon the shots could become available. The Food and Drug Administration had urged Pfizer to apply before the companies’ study was even finished. The agency cited the toll the omicron variant has…

Man Accused in Wisconsin Parade Deaths Pleads Not Guilty

February 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) – A Milwaukee man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens more when he drove an SUV through a suburban Christmas parade is pleading not guilty to multiple criminal charges. Thirty-nine-year-old Darrell Brooks Jr. entered the pleas Friday to 77 charges, including six counts of homicide and multiple counts of reckless endangerment. Last month, court Commissioner…

Cleveland-Cliffs to Temporarily Idle Northshore Mining

February 11, 2022

Site Staff,

SILVER BAY, Minn. – Cleveland-Cliffs announced on Friday it is idling its Northshore Mining in Silver Bay including both of the pellet and mining operations this spring. Cliffs Senior Director of Corporate Communications, Patricia Persico says the operations will be idled from May 1 through the fall of 2022. Northshore Mining employs roughly 430 hourly employees and 150 salaried employees….

Ontario Declares an Emergency Over Truck Blockades in Canada

February 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

(John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP) TORONTO (AP) – Ontario’s premier has declared a state of emergency Friday in reaction to the truck blockades in Ottawa and at the U.S. border and says he will urgently press for new legislation cracking down on those who interfere with the free flow of goods and people. Hundreds of truck drivers have bottled…

Morning Update 2-11-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, February 11, 2022

February 11, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a look at local news and weather making headlines Friday, February 11, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Man Accused of Killing 6 in Wisconsin Parade Due in Court

February 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) – A Milwaukee man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens more when he drove an SUV through a suburban Christmas parade is due back in court. Thirty-nine-year-old Darrell Brooks Jr. is expected to enter a plea Friday to 77 charges, including six counts of homicide and multiple counts of reckless endangerment. A Waukesha County Circuit…

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in West Duluth

February 11, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in West Duluth. The break was reported Friday morning and is located on 10 North 58th Avenue West. City officials say water has been turned off on North 58th Avenue West from Nicollet Street to Raleigh Street. This comes after another water main break…

Downtown Duluth Library Worker Assaulted, Highlights Years-Long Safety Concerns By Staff

Mayor Emily Larson's administration is expediting plans to create two "Library Safety Specialist" positions to tackle the problem better.

February 10, 2022

Dan Hanger, Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn. – Staff at Duluth’s downtown main library tell FOX 21’s Dan Hanger safety and security concerns are at a boiling point after a second employee was recently assaulted on the job. This time, a punch to the face after the worker asked a patron to put on his mask. While physical violence at the downtown library has never…

District Opens Investigation Into On-Ice Fight Involving Duluth East Hockey Player

According to the MSHSL guidelines, the discipline for fighting is a one to three game suspension.

February 10, 2022

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – When the Duluth East and Duluth Denfeld boys hockey teams meet up, it’s always a chippy affair between two rivals. But Wednesday night’s game has now prompted an investigation from the district. A video from the online stream of the game from late in the third period shows Duluth East junior defenseman Grady Downs go behind the…

Richard I. Bong Brings 4th Annual ‘Escape The Bong’ to the Museum

February 10, 2022

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — This weekend, the Bong Center is bringing back its 4th annual Escape the Bong event. The Bong Center is bringing 4 different escape rooms to the museum like FDR’s bunker, which is a fan favorite, along with an under the sea adventure room, escape from Alcatraz jail break, and save your parents prom. The executive director says…

Lake Superior Zoo Offers the ‘Best Date Ever’ for This Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Are you looking for a fun Valentine’s date idea? You can spend the holiday with the one you love, and the animals of the Lake Superior Zoo. This Friday and Saturday the zoo is offering the ‘Best Date Ever’ to couples who are interested. There are animal experiences, behind the scenes tours, and keeper chats with animals…

College of Saint Scholastica Class of 2022 Graduation Plan

February 10, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — As much as seniors probably don’t want to hear it, graduation is coming up pretty quick, and college students are soaking it all in before they have to start “adulting” in the real world. The College of Saint Scholastica found two special ways to honor their grads while still handling the pandemic. They will offer a virtual…

Duluth Exploring Ways to Continue Drawing Film Industry to the Northland

Experts talked about the economic impact of productions shot locally, and how to keep the lights, camera and action here as much as possible, instead of pricier Los Angeles.

February 10, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Movie making in the Northland was the focus of a round table discussion Thursday hosted by the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce. Experts talked about the economic impact of productions shot locally, and how to keep the lights, camera and action here as much as possible, instead of pricier Los Angeles. Just in the last year local…

Itasca County Public Health Warns Residents Are ‘Not Out of the Woods’ Just Yet

February 10, 2022

Brett Scott,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – New COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Itasca County continue to decline, but public health officials warn residents they’re not out of the woods just yet. Kelly Chandler, Division Manager with Itasca County Public Health, says with the spread of the Omicron variant, the county has experienced difficult fall and winter months. Just over 62 percent of…

Judge Restores Protections for Gray Wolves Across Much of US

February 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Dave Kettering/Telegraph Herald via AP File) BILLINGS, Mont (AP) – A judge has restored federal protections for gray wolves across much of the U.S. after they were removed in the waning days of the Trump administration. U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White said in Thursday’s ruling that the Fish and Wildlife Service failed to show wolf populations could be sustained in…

Vax Mandate Lifted in Minneapolis, St. Paul

February 10, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Minneapolis and St. Paul have both announced they have lifted a mandate requiring either proof of vaccine or proof of negative test when entering an establishment that serves food or drinks. The vaccine mandate in Minneapolis and St. Paul went into effect on January 19 and ends today. The mask mandate in both cities remains in place….

Midday Update 2-10-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, February 10, 2022

February 10, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 10, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Truck Blockade at US-Canadian Border Shuts Auto Plants

February 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP) TORONTO (AP) – The truck blockade at the U.S. border by Canadians protesting the country’s COVID-19 restrictions is tightening the screws on the auto industry, forcing Ford, Toyota, and General Motors to shut down plants or otherwise curtail production. The bumper-to-bumper demonstration entered its fourth day Thursday at the Ambassador Bridge connecting Windsor, Ontario,…

Morning Update 2-10-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, February 10, 2022

February 10, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 10, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

City Crews Responding to Another Water Main Break at Mt. Royal Shopping Circle

February 10, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to another water main break in Kenwood. The break was reported Thursday afternoon and is located at the Mt. Royal Shopping Circle. Crews responded to a water main break at this address on Tuesday but say this break is in a different location. City officials say water has been…

Former Duluth Mayor, Herb Bergson, Dies at 65

February 10, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The former mayor of Duluth and Superior, Herb Bergson, has died at the age of 65. In a Thursday morning Facebook post, Herb’s brother, Brian Bergson, wrote: “Early this morning my brother Herbert W. Bergson, Jr. died due to complications from cancer surgery. Herb spent his life in public service as a police officer, a LGBTQ rights…

Medical Examiner: Bob Saget Died From Unseen Blow to Head

February 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

Bob Saget arrives at the People’s Choice Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – A medical examiner in Florida says comedian Bob Saget died from blunt head trauma, likely from an “unwitnessed fall.” Saget was found dead in a Florida hotel room on Jan. 9, after…

US Inflation Jumped 7.5% In the Past Year, a 40-Year High

February 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – Inflation soared over the past year at its highest rate in four decades, hammering America’s consumers, wiping out pay raises, and reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s decision to begin raising borrowing rates across the economy. The Labor Department said Thursday that consumer prices jumped 7.5% last month compared with 12 months earlier, the steepest year-over-year increase since February…

School Bus Driver Shot in Minneapolis, Children Not Injured

February 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Authorities say a school bus driver was expected to survive after being shot in the head in Minneapolis while transporting young children. The driver was wounded Wednesday afternoon while on his or her bus route. City officials say three children younger than 10 were on board and were not physically hurt. The driver has…

Duluth Public Library Purchases Virtual Reality Devices

February 9, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Library was just able to purchase a new interactive device they can’t wait to share with the public. An anonymous donation to the library foundation has allowed them to purchase three virtual reality devices. A Senior Library Technician tells us, these devices have allowed her to connect with other people in the country over…

Duluth Mask Mandate Set To Expire

"We are now moving not towards ending this pandemic, but finding ways to co-exist with it,” Duluth Mayor Emily Larson said.

February 9, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — With the Duluth mask mandate ending Saturday, businesses are looking forward to serving their community face to face, once again. “We are now moving not towards ending this pandemic, but finding ways to co-exist with it,” Duluth Mayor Emily Larson said. The past 30 days, Duluth has had to mask up in attempts of trying to slow…

CHUM Food Shelf Keeping Up with Demand, Winter Cold

February 9, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday saw CHUM’s location in downtown Duluth busy as they held their latest food shelf distribution. Despite a persistent breeze, boxes filled with canned goods, pantry staples, meat, dairy, and other times were waiting for people who were seeking this help to take it and go on their way. Even with temperatures at times dipping below zero this…

Ronald Mcdonald House Northland 1st Anniversary

Ronald McDonald House Northland Celebrating 1st Anniversary

February 9, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday marks the one year anniversary of the opening of the Ronald McDonald House Northland. They have provided 739 nights of free lodging and amenities to parents and guardians as their child received treatment at Essentia Health. That translates to families saving more than 190-thousand dollars if they had to pay for their own hotel rooms, meals, and…

Pizzerias Preparing for Busy Super Bowl Sunday

February 9, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – With the Super Bowl coming up this Sunday, pizza restaurants are preparing for a busier than usual day. Do North Pizzeria and Pub in Hermantown says they enjoy the added business during the winter months, as they see an increase in deliveries when compared to a typical Sunday. “We do a lot of deliveries all the way up…

West Duluth Business Club Duluth Chamber

West Duluth Business Club Joins Duluth Chamber

February 9, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Chamber welcomed a new member Wednesday, the West Duluth Business Club. The organization with its around 150 members say they are ready to help contribute to the chamber, as well as use the chamber’s resources to help their businesses grow. “To expose our businesses to other opportunities of learning how to run our businesses better,” says…

Attached Garage Fire in Duluth Causes $40K in Damages

February 9, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth fire crews say a Wednesday morning fire reported at a group home for disabled residents caused an estimated $40,000 in damages to the home and garage. The Duluth Fire Department responded to calls of a fire around 11:18 a.m. on the 600 block of Old Howard Mill Road. When crews arrived at the scene they found…

Legalizing Marijuana Gaining Momentum in Wisconsin

February 9, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The push to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin enjoys some bipartisan support, but backers of bills that would make it legal for either medical or recreational use say it won’t happen this year. Still, the top Democrat in the state Senate said Wednesday that Wisconsin is closer than it’s ever been to loosening its marijuana laws. Every…

Mayor Larson to End Duluth’s Mask Mandate on Saturday

February 9, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson announced at a Wednesday press conference that she will allow the local state of emergency declaration and face-covering requirement to end on Saturday. “This declaration expires at 5:00 pm on February 12, and I am not extending it,” Mayor Larson said. “I have based this decision on conversations with health care providers and…

Midday Update 2-9-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, February 9, 2022

February 9, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, February 9, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Virtual Reality Coming to the Duluth Public Library

February 9, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Public Library is adding three Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality headsets to its programming later this month. The headsets are made possible by a donation to the Frank J. Sklaris Vision Fund developed by an anonymous donor through the Duluth Library Foundation. The city says the goal of the donor was to develop a funding…