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Mont Du Lac Snowmaking Underway to Open Hills Thanksgiving Weekend

Since Sunday night crews say nighttime conditions have been best to make snow and keep monitoring weather on their 9 ski runs.

November 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- While we may have seen less snow falling from the sky than usual this November, the hills of Mont Du Lac are in the process of getting powdered up to open in the coming weeks. Since Sunday night crews say nighttime conditions have been best to make snow and keep monitoring weather on their 9 ski runs. They…

US Opens COVID Boosters to All Adults, Urges Them for 50+

November 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. is opening COVID-19 vaccine boosters to all adults, and urging them for anyone 50 and older. The decision Friday seeks to simplify what has been a confusing list of who’s eligible. Now for anyone 18 or older, the only requirement is to be at least six months past their last dose of a Pfizer or…

Judge: Wisconsin DNR Broke Law by Not Scheduling Wolf Hunt

November 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – A Wisconsin judge says the Department of Natural Resources violated the law by not immediately scheduling a wolf hunting season after federal protections were removed in February. In an order Thursday, Jefferson County Judge Bennett Brantmeier said the agency must hold a hunt immediately any time federal protections are lifted during the statutory hunting season, which runs…

Jingle Bus Shuttle Service to Bentleyville Returns to Canal Park, Downtown Duluth

November 19, 2021

Site Staff,

The Greater Downtown Council is once again offering its free weekend shuttle service for people attending the Bentleyville Tour of Lights. The Jingle Buses run approximately every 10 to 20 minutes beginning at 5:00 p.m. The Canal Park Jingle Bus stop is at Buchanan Street near Canal Park Drive. The Downtown Jingle Bus travels along Superior Street with stops at…

Visit Duluth President Stepping Down at End of Year

November 19, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – After 16 years with Visit Duluth, President and CEO Anna Tanski will be stepping down at the end of the year. “As Duluth’s hospitality industry emerges from the challenges brought on by the pandemic, I feel it’s the right time to step aside and pave the way for a new leader at Visit Duluth,” said Tanski. “Tourism…

Rittenhouse Found Not Guilty on All Counts

November 19, 2021

The Associated Press, Site Staff,

KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) – The Kenosha County jury found Kyle Rittenhouse not guilty of all charges against him. Rittenhouse killed Joseph Rosenbaum and Anthony Huber and wounded Gaige Grosskreutz in August 2020 during chaotic protests following the police shooting of Jacob Blake. The jury came back with its verdict after close to 3 1/2 days of deliberation. Rittenhouse, 18, could…

Midday Update 11-19-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, November 19, 2021

November 19, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 19, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update

Rittenhouse Prosecutors Argue Against Mistrial as Jury Meets

November 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) – The jury at Kyle Rittenhouse’s murder trial deliberated for a fourth day Friday, as prosecutors argued against defense requests for a mistrial. The prosecutors argued there’s “no factual or legal basis” for the judge to grant the requests. The 18-year-old Rittenhouse is on trial for killing two men and wounding a third with a rifle during…

Wrestle the Massive Rasputin Burrito on an Empty Stomach

Cooking Connection: Rasputin Burrito

November 19, 2021

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Cooking Connection, we are back in the kitchen at Burrito Union. If you are tired of potatoes and turkey, but still have that Thanksgiving appetite, check out the Rasputin. It comes with nearly everything on the line and barely fits in their largest tortilla. It is also large enough to share with a friend…

Dems’ Sweeping Social, Climate Bill Passes Divided House

November 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) WASHINGTON (AP) – A sharply divided House has approved the Democrats’ sweeping social and environment bill, a big victory for President Joe Biden. Republicans solidly opposed the measure, but Democrats prevailed after the party’s progressives and moderates ended months of disputes over its size and scope. The legislation now moves to the Senate, where moderates like…

Morning Update 11-19-21

November 19, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 19, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: morning update, News, weather

US Expands COVID Boosters to All Adults, Final Hurdle Ahead

November 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File) WASHINGTON (AP) – The Food and Drug Administration has opened up COVID-19 booster shots to all adults, letting them choose another dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. The move expands the U.S. government’s booster campaign to shore up protection and get ahead of rising coronavirus cases that may worsen with the holidays. But there’s…

Christmas City of the North Parade Traffic Advisory

November 19, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Commuters can expect multiple road and parking closures tonight in Downtown Duluth as the Christmas City of the North Parade kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Road closures will begin at 4:00 p.m. on London Road where parade floats will start lining up for the start of the parade. London Road will be closed to traffic between 10th…

Bank Donates $10K to CHUM

November 18, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The North Shore Bank in Duluth presented CHUM with a $10,000 donation on Thursday. Funds came from the bank’s employees, which the bank then matched. “North Shore Bank really values all of the wonderful organizations in our community that do give back, especially they give back to help out with basic human needs,” Mandi Peterson with the…

Exhibit at UWS Meant to Teach and Shed Light On Refugees

November 18, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Students of international politics at UWS showed off an exhibit today focused around the lives of refugees. It’s called the ‘Refugee for 50 Minutes Exhibit: from Afghanistan to Germany.” The students had a goal to teach people about the definition of refugees, their legal protections, and their experiences. “The idea is that we can all do something,…

Local Schools Covering Their Bases with the Rise of COVID-19 Cases

November 18, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH/HERMANTOWN, Minn. — With Minnesota making recent headlines for being one of the states with the most new covid cases nationwide, local school districts are having to step back, making sure they are still doing what they can to keep everyone safe. Cases continue to rise in Minnesota, and as healthcare workers are tirelessly trying to slow the spread, so…

Rittenhouse Jury Deliberates for Third Day Without a Verdict

November 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Sean Krajacic/The Kenosha News via AP, Pool) KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) – The jury at Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial has completed the third day of deliberations without reaching a verdict. Meanwhile, the judge has banned MSNBC from the courthouse after a network freelancer was accused of following the jurors’ bus. Two mistrial requests from the defense are hanging over the politically and…

State Attorneys General Probing Instagram’s Effects on Kids

November 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP) – A group of state attorneys general are investigating Instagram and its effects on children and young adults, saying its parent company Facebook – recently renamed Meta Platforms – ignored research about the harms it causes to young people. The investigation is led by a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general from California, Florida, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Jersey, Tennessee,…

Bentleyville Adds Surveillance System to Bayfront’s “Tour of Lights”

November 18, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Bentleyville will be adding video surveillance to this year’s “Tour of Lights” to help deter vandalism and theft. Today, Bentleyville founder Nathan Bentley announced that Downtown Computer has donated a campus-wide CCTV system, complete with cameras in elevated locations, recorders, surveillance management systems, and other technologies that can be remotely accessed 24/7. “Nearly every year Bentleyville experiences…

Nearly a Quarter of St. Cloud Prisoners Have COVID-19

November 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Correctional Facility in St. Cloud has the largest outbreak of coronavirus cases in the state’s prison system in months. According to corrections officials, 242 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19. That’s nearly a quarter of the inmate population at the St. Cloud prison. The state Department of Corrections is working with the Department…

Midday Update 11-18-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, November 18, 2021

November 18, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, November 18, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update

Morning Update 11-18-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, November 18, 2021

November 18, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, November 18, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: morning update, News, weather

Rittenhouse Jury To Resume After Fresh Mistrial Request

November 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) – The jury in Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial was to move into the third day of deliberations Thursday, even as its request to re-watch video in the case sparked another bid from his attorneys for a mistrial. Kyle Rittenhouse’s attorneys say the defense received an inferior copy of a key video from prosecutors. Defense attorney Corey Chirafisi told…

U.S. Jobless Claims Drop Seventh Straight Week to 268,000

November 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell for the seventh straight week to a pandemic low of 268,000. U.S. jobless claims dipped by 1,000 last week from the week before, the Labor Department reported Thursday. The applications for unemployment aid are a proxy for layoffs, and their steady decline this year – after topping 900,000…

Superior Man Now Federally Charged In Twin Ports Day-Long Crime Spree

November 17, 2021

Dan Hanger,

Federal charges have now been filed against a Superior man who is accused of a wild and dangerous crime spree through the Twin Ports. Cody Walker-Nelson, 30, is federally charged with attempted bank robbery and multiple gun crimes. The indictment says, in part, that Walker-Nelson attempted to rob the Associated Bank in Superior on Oct. 1 while brandishing a firearm…

Dustin Heckman Starts as Glensheen’s New Executive Director

Heckman previously served as Executive Director of the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior.

November 17, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Someone new is at the helm of Glensheen Mansion in Duluth, and he’s a familiar face when it comes to educating people about the Northland’s history. Dustin Heckman has just started as Executive Director of Glensheen. Heckman served as Executive Director of the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior since 2019. Before that, he was the…

COVID Outbreak Among Cast, Crew Cancels ‘The Octette Bridge Club’ Performances

"It's tough. It's heartbreaking,” said Merry Renn Vaughan, the production's director.

November 17, 2021

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Cases of COVID-19 have shut down a theatre production in Superior after just one live performance and weeks of rehearsals. In a story on FOX 21 last week, the cast and crew were excited about the all-alumni production of “The Octette Bridge Club” at UW-Superior Theatre. They got to perform opening night Friday, Nov. 19, but one…

Wisconsin Is Seeing Almost 3,000 New COVID Cases Per Day

November 17, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

WISCONSIN — On Wednesday, Wisconsin leaders had a virtual meeting to talk about how COVID is spreading in the state, which is seeing almost 3,000 new cases per day. You can see the daily new case total at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website. Even with all the residents who chose to get the shots in the arm, cases…

‘Heaven On Earth Wellness Spa’ On Central Entrance

November 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new modernized day spa has opened in Duluth that prides itself on using non toxic products for all. ‘Heaven on Earth Wellness Spa’ is located on the 300 block of East Central Entrance. It offers everything from Colon hydrotherapy to infrared saunas and a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. They use natural and organic ingredients in products. And…

Covid-19 Cases On The Rise In Minnesota

November 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday morning drew in some alarming news to Essentia hospitals across the Midwest. Even though Michigan is the leading state in new covid cases, Minnesota is right behind after holding the number one spot last week. This means added pressure on hospital systems like Essentia Health which saw 129 new positive covid cases on Wednesday morning across…

Johnson’s Bakery Prepping for Thanksgiving

November 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The countdown is on for Thanksgiving. It’s also one of the busiest holidays of the year for bakeries, and one in Duluth one is getting its desserts ready for those who want to take them home. The phones ring non-stop in the days leading up to Thanksgiving at Johnson’s Bakery, and as one of the prime local…

‘Pure Hockey’ Chain Acquires Duluth Hockey Company

The location on Maple Grove Road up by the Miller Hill Mall was bought this year, making it Pure Hockey's 8th store in Minnesota.

November 17, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Longtime local store Duluth Hockey Company is now under new, corporate ownership — and they say it’s allowed them to score big in the inventory they offer to the Northland’s hockey community. Pure Hockey is the new owner of Duluth Hockey Company. The location on Maple Grove Road up by the Miller Hill Mall was bought this year,…

Defense Department Helping to Relieve Two Minnesota Hospitals

November 17, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Gov. Tim Walz says the Department of Defense will send medical teams to two major Minnesota hospitals to relieve doctors and nurses who are swamped by a growing wave of COVID-19 patients. The teams, each comprising 22 people, will arrive at Hennepin County Medical Center and St. Cloud Hospital next week and begin treating patients immediately. Walz…

Midday Update 11-17-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 17, 2021

November 17, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Lake Superior Zoo Decking the Halls for First-Ever Light Display

Larger Than Life Lights Display will Open Friday, Nov. 26

November 17, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – This holiday season the Lake Superior Zoo is going big and bright. Staff is currently decking the grounds of the zoo with six specialty animal inflatables that are “gigantic”. “We’re working with Landmark Creations which is a Minnesota-based company. We’re so happy to support local. They take a look at our animals like Tundra the brown bear…

Morning Update 11-17-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 17, 2021

November 17, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update

Rittenhouse Jurors Return for Day 2 of Deliberations

November 17, 2021

The Associated Press,

KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) – Jurors weighing charges against Kyle Rittenhouse returned Wednesday for the second day of deliberations in his murder trial. Jurors met for a full day Tuesday with no quick verdict after two weeks of testimony in which they were given starkly different portrayals of his actions the night he shot three men on the streets of Kenosha….

US Overdose Deaths Topped 100,000 in One Year, Officials Say

November 17, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – U.S. health officials say an estimated 100,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in one year. That’s a total the nation has never seen. Experts say it’s tied to the COVID-19 pandemic and a more dangerous drug supply. Overdose deaths have been rising for more than two decades. But they accelerated dramatically in the past two years…

Historic St. Louis County Jailhouse Sold, Being Converted Into Apartments

Gardner Builders is already at work redeveloping the building with its steel jail cells into 33 mixed-rate apartment units.

November 16, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.-The historic St. Louis County Jailhouse in Downtown Duluth is getting new life as mixed-rate apartments, after 10 years of trying to put the vacant building to use. This October, the building on West 2nd Street was sold to New Burnham, an entity composed of Meghan Elliott of New History, Jon Commers of Donjek Consulting, and Grant Carlson, the…

Surge of COVID Patients, Lack of ICU Beds Impacting Smaller Rural Hospitals

Lake View Hospital in Two Harbors and Community Memorial in Cloquet are stressing vaccinations, and patience with their overwhelmed employees.

November 16, 2021

Arman Rahman,

TWO HARBORS/ CLOQUET, Minn.- Hospitals in small rural towns are echoing more intensely the issues overwhelming larger city facilities — more COVID patients filling beds, and fatigue at battling a pandemic for close to 20 months — causing them to transfer patients far away when they pride themselves at providing local care. “The emotional strain that it puts on a…

Ruth House Reopens in Superior as Cold Temps Settle In

Donations of Money, Coats, Sleeping Bags, and Food Items Are Appreciated

November 16, 2021

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – With temperatures overnight dipping to 30 degrees and colder, the Ruth House in Superior has reopened its doors for those in need of a warm, safe place to stay. Check-in time at the shelter goes from 8 – 9:30 p.m. nightly…with check-out time being at 8 a.m. Currently, the staff is seeing many people coming in who…

UMD Undergrad Students Showcase Research Projects

November 16, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – A group of UMD undergraduate students had the chance to showcase their recent research projects to the public today. The Undergraduate Research and Artistic Showcase takes place each November and April. Students participating are awarded a $1,500 scholarship to use toward their research project. For one student, the research was pandemic-related, specifically looking at zoom fatigue, and…

Minnesota Ready To Allow COVID-19 Boosters for All Adults

November 16, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS – Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says Minnesota officials are so alarmed about the continued surge in COVID-19 cases that they’re ready to start allowing vaccine booster shots for all adults by the end of the week if the federal government doesn’t approve them first. Other states are taking similar steps. Malcolm announced the plan on a day when Minnesota’s…

Air Travel in Wisconsin Returning to Pre-Pandemic Levels

November 16, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin airports are returning to pre-pandemic traffic levels as the busy holiday season gets underway. Dane County Regional Airport has seen traffic increase every month this year since the COVID-19 vaccine became widely available. At Milwaukee County’s Mitchell International Airport the number of flights during Thanksgiving week is expected to be up 50% compared to last…

Hundreds of Minnesota Officers, Agents Getting Body Cameras

November 16, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Hundreds of state law enforcement officers in Minnesota will soon be outfitted with new body cameras to record everything from traffic stops to civil disturbances. More than 600 Minnesota State Patrol troopers, nearly 200 Department of Natural Resources conservation officers, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agents, and other state-level law enforcement officers will soon wear the 1,100…

Midday Update 11-16-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, November 16, 2021

November 16, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, November 16, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Superior Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Woman

November 16, 2021

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a woman who has not been heard from since last Friday. Authorities say 29-year-old Ashley Braaten has now been entered into the Federal missing person database. Braaten may own a red 2005 Ford Five Hundred sedan with the license plate “FEZ001.” Police say there is…

Duluth Parks and Rec Hosting Free Gobbler Glide Skating Event

The Gobbler Glide is Happening Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

November 16, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Calling all turkeys, toddlers, kiddos, and adults! Duluth Parks and Rec Dept. is hosting a free skating event Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. The Gobbler Glide will feature a DJ, turkey bowling, ice skating with free rentals available, games, prizes, and more. The fun is taking place at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. Categories:…

Duluth Fire Department Responding to “Small Structure” Fire in Woodland

November 16, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fire crews are responding to a “small structure” fire in the Woodland neighborhood Tuesday morning. According to a recent Twitter post, the Duluth Fire Department responded to the fire around 9:45 a.m. on the 300 block of West Wabasha Street. Crews were able to put the fire out quickly and are now working on extinguishing hotspots. Residents…

Americans Ramped up Retail Spending a Strong 1.7% Last Month

November 16, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – Americans sharply boosted their spending last month, pushing up retail sales and giving the economy a lift. Much of the gain reflected the fact that shoppers are also paying higher prices. Retail sales rose a seasonally adjusted 1.7% in October from September, the U.S. Commerce Department said Friday. That’s up from 0.8% in the previous month. Solid…

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Since Sunday night crews say nighttime conditions have been best to make snow and keep monitoring weather on their 9 ski runs.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, November 19, 2021

Cooking Connection: Rasputin Burrito

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, November 18, 2021

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, November 18, 2021

Heckman previously served as Executive Director of the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior.

"It's tough. It's heartbreaking,” said Merry Renn Vaughan, the production's director.

The location on Maple Grove Road up by the Miller Hill Mall was bought this year, making it Pure Hockey's 8th store in Minnesota.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Larger Than Life Lights Display will Open Friday, Nov. 26

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Gardner Builders is already at work redeveloping the building with its steel jail cells into 33 mixed-rate apartment units.

Lake View Hospital in Two Harbors and Community Memorial in Cloquet are stressing vaccinations, and patience with their overwhelmed employees.

Donations of Money, Coats, Sleeping Bags, and Food Items Are Appreciated

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, November 16, 2021

The Gobbler Glide is Happening Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

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