(Mark Hertzberg /Pool Photo via AP) KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — Attorneys were set to make closing arguments Monday at Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial in the shootings of three men during street unrest in Wisconsin, the last word before a jury begins deliberating in a case that underscored Americans’ bitter divisions on issues of guns, protests and policing. Rittenhouse, 18, of Antioch,…
MINNEAPOLIS – A Spirit Airlines flight that took off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport made an emergency landing after a pilot reported a possible engine fire. The flight took off about 7:30 p.m. Sunday and was headed for Orlando, but within minutes returned to the Twin Cities airport. The Federal Aviation Administration issued a statement that said the Airbus A320…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — For over 20 years, the Duluth Flower Farm have set up a pop up location at Dan’s Garden Center in Superior from October through December. Not only do they offer holiday decor, but the chance to make your own too, and the opportunity to do so is benefitting many programs that come through here. It was a…
DULUTH, Minn.- Curlers were back on the ice at the Duluth Curling Club at the DECC — back in ship shape after an ammonia leak shut down the facility for a couple of days this past summer. The facility hosted curling leagues for the first time in months after construction was completed on a new temporary ice plant for the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar in downtown Duluth is getting ready to reopen in just days – but without the option to tip your server. In a post on its Facebook page, Zeigeist said it will now implement a “20-percent universal hospitality charge.” They say the change will provide “an elevated and fair living wage for all team…
DULUTH, Minn. – The first measurable snow of the season has got people in the mood to spruce up their homes for the holidays, shopping for locally grown Christmas trees early this year. While the weather has affected some of their growth, they’re still ready for crowds as big as they saw last year. “Happens every year,” said Bob Abrahamson…
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – Wintry weather carrying strong winds, snow and icy conditions may have contributed to a highway crash in northeastern Minnesota that killed a woman and an 11-year-old boy. The Minnesota State Patrol cited snow and icy roads in a fatal crash Thursday afternoon on Highway 135 in St. Louis County. A Toyota Corolla carrying four people was…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota hospitals are scrambling to make room for patients as patients needing medical care for COVID-19 have hit a high for the year. Hospitals have delayed non-essential procedures, diverted less serious cases to outpatient clinics, and treated emergency room patients in hallways and ambulance bays that have been converted to urgent care centers, the St. Paul Pioneer…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the holiday season approaches, the act of giving is in full force, and a few local churches are baking in full force. The smell of pumpkin filled the kitchen of the First Lutheran Church on Superior Street as volunteers worked hard in baking 150 pies. 100 will be part of chum food shelf’s Thanksgiving baskets, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Girls on the run is a nationwide running program that teaches and develops young girls to be successful in every avenue of their lives. Saturday, that avenue was the Lakewalk as a 5k was held for these young athletes, and they showed exactly what they are capable of. The non-profit holds runs and events across the country…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Families are being invited to get a helping of history, enjoying a cup of tea aboard the tugboat “Edna G” in Two Harbors. Parties of 4 or more are welcomed on board for Christmas tea on the Edna G. They can sit in the galley and enjoy tea, hot cocoa and finger sandwiches surrounded by Christmas…
DULUTH, Minn.- The group Guardian Angels of West Duluth held their first Fill the Tent event at Memorial Park Saturday. According to administrator Logan Reardon, they saw more donations than they expected of hygiene items like toothbrushes and toothpaste, and winter jackets, gloves, hats, and more. Cash and gift certificates from local businesses were also accepted. The group plans to…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota is readying for snow as the National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory. Officials urged caution on the roads as ice and strong winds threatened to make driving conditions treacherous late Saturday and into Sunday. The Minnesota State Patrol has already cited snow and icy roads in a fatal crash on Thursday afternoon when a…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is leaving for a six-day trip to Europe to promote the state’s businesses. The Democratic governor said says he will travel to the United Kingdom and Finland to promote trade with a focus on health care, environmental technology, agriculture, and education. Walz will spend the first three days of the tour in London,…
SPOONER, Wis.- The Spooner Area School District announced Friday that in-person instruction will not resume at Spooner Middle School until they complete an investigation into an illness-causing odor which sent students and staff home Wednesday. Since the evacuation didn’t allow students to gather computers, materials, or other devices before leaving the building, families will be able to pick up materials…
DULUTH, Minn. — This is the third year Bent Paddle and Bentleyville have partnered to release the Christmas Cookie Cream Ale, and the fundraiser is helping keep the lights on and free admissions for all. The Christmas Cookie Cream Ale is an almond and sugar cookie brew and has been one of their most popular taproom offerings during the holiday…
DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Louis County Historical Society and American Indian Advisory Committee is organizing the Depot’s 4th annual celebration of Native American Heritage Day Saturday. The free event includes an unveiling of a new exhibit, native food, and more. Organizers will be featuring native music, history, and art, welcoming guests of all ages. The event will be held in…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s trails will be closed for the next week or so to allow the ground to re-set and freeze over part of Duluth Parks and Recreation’s annual fall freeze. This comes twice a year, usually in the Spring and Fall. Parks and Rec staff say this year’s closure is right on par with last year’s on November…
DULUTH, Minn. – For many, Christmas is a time of joy and happiness, but for one local musician, she’s flashing back to the past with a new album that’s soon to be released. Ingeborg Von Agassiz says she came up with the idea for a Christmas album over five years ago when she first started performing. Now, thanks to a…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Firefighters Foundation received a $10,000 donation from Affinity Plus Credit Union to put towards new fire rescue equipment. Affinity Plus Credit Union has helped the Duluth Firefighters Foundation for eight years, providing donations for needed equipment. With the donation, The fire department will be getting a MultiForce Air Lifting Bag that will make fire rescues safer…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- With the help of City Officials, the Superior Fire Equipment Committee, and local businesses, the Superior Fire Department got a new $1.3 million ladder truck. The new truck weighs 87,000 pounds and has a 101-foot aerial ladder, making it the largest rig at the Superior Fire Department. The new rig took almost two years to design and build…
GILBERT, Minn.- During the Northland’s first snowstorm of the season Thursday, a 4-car crash took the lives of two people including a child, and injured three others on the Iron Range. The crash happened in Gilbert on Minnesota Highway 135 Thursday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a Toyota Corolla heading West with 4 people inside lost control. It crossed…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 12, 2021. Have a great weekend! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
PINE COUNTY, Minn. – Crews in Pine and Burnett Counties continue to search for Ashley Miller-Carlson after her rental car was located, partially submerged, in Grace Lake in Pine County, Minnesota on Sept. 24, 2021. Authorities say Ashley’s personal belongings were left inside the vehicle. The Pine County Sheriff’s Office contacted the Burnett County Sheriff’s Office to check Ashley’s residence…
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – U.S. government attorneys are set to appear before a federal judge to defend a decision from the waning days of the Trump administration that lifted protections for gray wolves across most of the country. The hearing on Friday before U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White in California comes as officials in Republican-led states including Wisconsin, Montana, and…
DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, we meet up with Heidi Schuchman, who is a head coach for the Girls on the Run organization in Duluth. Girls on the Run is a national program mostly for girls in grades 3-8 that promotes active, healthy lifestyles and culminates in a celebratory 5k run which will take place on the…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 12, 2021. Have a great weekend! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Luke’s Neurosurgery Associates have introduced a new holiday event that is spreading holiday cheer and is giving back to the community in a creative way. The associates have decorated 5 trees to donate to 5 different local and single parent families in need. Staff is also helping donate items and gifts these families have requested such…
DULUTH, Minn. — A special Veterans Day blood drive was held at Amsoil Arena, drawing in a lot of people who are looking to give back on such an important day. In a normal year, The Red Cross tends to see a spike in blood donations during the fall, this year they haven’t, especially since the pandemic. But a blood…
DULUTH, Minn. — UMD’s Air Force ROTC participated in a 24 hour overnight watch to show their efforts in honoring veterans, the watch started in 1992. Two at a time, the cadets are stationed at the flagpole out front of the Darland Administration Building on the UMD campus. The first shift started at midnight Thursday night, and lasted till midnight…
DULUTH, Minn. – FOX 21 learned Thursday that the Duluth Police Department has completed its investigation involving a DTA driver who struck and killed a pedestrian at the Miller Hill Mall in September. A spokesperson for the department said the investigation is now in the hands of the St. Louis County Attorney’s Office for possible charges. David Weston, 64, died…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – If you’re interested in catching a live production, you’ll want to head to the UW-Superior Theatre Friday, Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m. The theatre is preparing to host the all-alumni production of “The Octette Bridge Club.” It’s the story of eight sisters who get together twice a month to play bridge. The plot plays out over a…
DULUTH, Minn. – The waves were showing off on Lake Superior Thursday, which had a handful of winter surfing fans out on the water in Duluth. North Shore resident Gervis Ochoa said there’s nothing like taking on Lake Superior’s wrath. “Man, the waves — they don’t come very often, so when they come in the winter we go for it….
PINE CO., Minn. — The driver who crashed into a 148th Fighter Wing member in Hinckley back in May has been charged, just a few days shy of the six-month anniversary of the victim’s death. Certain evidence testing from the BCA took until October to process. 21-year-old Tabitha Sue Sigler of Cambridge, MN, has been charged with criminal vehicular homicide…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Aery apartment complex in Hermantown opened up in October but is experiencing delays with construction due to supply chain shortages. The 147 unit complex belongs to P&R Properties and has been under construction for 14 months. Floors three, four, and five are occupied with tenants, but the second floor will not be finished until December as there…
DULUTH, Minn.- Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away, and local meat suppliers are getting ready for grocery shoppers. Old World Meats in Duluth is preparing for the holiday with fresh turkeys, unique stuffing recipes, and more. The local meat shop is expecting their shipment of turkeys to arrive in the next week, providing more than 600 fresh birds to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Due to the pandemic and supply chain issues, Texas Roadhouse off of Central Entrance is currently closed at lunchtime. Still, in honor of Veterans Day, the restaurant passed out vouchers offering a free meal to Veterans. This is the chain restaurant’s second year celebrating veterans with a free meal. The vouchers are valid for one of the many…
WASHINGTON (AP) – A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked the release of White House records sought by a U.S. House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection, granting – for now – a request from former President Donald Trump. The administrative injunction issued Thursday by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit effectively bars until the…
HOUSTON (AP) – A 22-year-old college senior who was critically injured at the Astroworld festival in Houston has died. Attorney James Lassiter says Bharti Shahani died Wednesday. Her family says Shahani was studying electronics systems engineering at Texas A&M University and had been set to graduate next spring. She is the 9th person to die after festivalgoers rushed the stage…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Four Minnesota political leaders have toured a veterans center in St. Paul while calling for better access to mental health care and readjustment services for those who have served in the military. Gov. Tim Walz, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and U.S. Reps. Angie Craig and Dean Phillips made the visit on Veterans Day. They wanted to highlight…
SPOONER, Wis. – The Spooner School District says a total of 44 people have received medical treatment following an evacuation of the Spooner Middle School Wednesday morning due to a strong epoxy-like odor in the building. According to school officials, 24 students and 20 staff members have received treatment for their symptoms. Two students were transported to a medical facility…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, November 11, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. – This year’s Twin Ports Walk to End Alzheimer’s raised more than $167,000 to fight the disease. Organizers report 450 people and nearly 100 teams took back in the event back in September. Funds raised help to provide people in the local community with Alzheimer’s and dementia and their caregivers with free care and support services. “The Twin…
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis River Alliance is celebrating another successful year of hard work with a sustainability drive happening now through Tuesday, Dec. 14. Throughout the rest of 2021, the organization will be hosting various events in the community to share current initiatives and encourage people to connect with the St. Louis River. There will be multiple fundraisers…
DULUTH, Minn. – This week’s Cooking Connection takes Meteorologist Ken Slama to Burrito Union in Duluth where he gets an early taste of turkey with their Thanksgiving burrito. It comes with everything you would expect to see come dinner time on the 4th Thursday in November and it is all made in-house, including the turkey. Click here for more information…
DULUTH, Minn. – A portion of Lake Avenue will be closed today to accommodate Minnesota Power installing their Christmas tree in Minnesota Power Plaza. The closure will affect traffic going southbound on Lake Avenue from Superior Street to I-35. Drivers are encouraged to access I-35 and Canal Park from South Fifth Avenue West. The closure will be in place from…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, November 11, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. — Leaders from multiple organizations and the city of Duluth got together at AICHO on Wednesday to promote resources that can help those who are facing evictions and utility shut-offs as we go into the winter. Mayor Emily Larson said the city is definitely seeing a jump in the number of people experiencing homelessness, which is why she,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Douglas County Jail is on the rebound after its first major COVID-19 outbreak affected more than two dozen inmates. Sheriff Tom Dalbec told FOX 21 Wednesday that 33 inmates have tested positive for the virus within the last two weeks. The problem exploded after a few inmates weren’t feeling well and ended up testing positive for…
DULUTH, Minn.- Fitger’s Brewhouse is releasing a new beer this Friday, bringing crisp and light flavors to tap. The new beer, “Fitger’s Natural,” is a German-American Lager, including the rich history of Fitger’s into every sip. Brewers worked on the new recipe for weeks, followed by a six-week lager. One main goal for crafters was to pay tribute to Fitgers’…
