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Law Enforcement Paws Take to the Field for Operation K-9

The dogs showed off what they would do in the field like finding explosives, searching a vehicle for drugs, and taking down suspects.

August 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The community was able to get a front-row seat to the amazing talents and skills of the Northland’s top dogs, who showed how they help serve and protect at this year’s Operation K-9 at UWS. 14 K-9s and their handlers from St. Louis and Douglas County Sheriff’s Offices and the Duluth, Superior, and Hermantown Police Departments took part…

Lake Superior Community Health Center Celebrates Health Center Week with Block Party

The block party also offered free COVID vaccines and health screenings at its Denfeld location in Duluth.

August 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s National Health Center Week, and the Lake Superior Community Health Center partied outside to celebrate. Along with free produce from Second Harvest Food Bank, games, and music, the block party also offered free COVID vaccines and health screenings at its Denfeld location in Duluth. Organizers say after a difficult pandemic, they hope to offer a safe space…

UWS to Start School Year Masked Up as COVID Concerns Grow Again

72 Wisconsin counties are now experiencing high or very high disease activity, and the 7-day-average of new cases increased 40 percent in the past week.

August 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- As stronger efforts continue nationwide to combat the spread of the Delta Variant and fight low vaccination rates, the University Of Wisconsin-Superior is joining the growing list of Northland colleges requiring people to mask up again. “And hopefully these masking requirements can help safeguard and ensure that we can have a vibrant campus this fall,” said Jordan Milan,…

Britney Spears’ Father to Step Down From Conservatorship

August 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

LOS ANGELES (AP) – Several reports say Britney Spears’ father has agreed to step down from the conservatorship that has controlled her life and money for 13 years. Outlets including celebrity website TMZ and CNN reported that James Spears filed legal documents saying that while there are no grounds for his removal, he will step down. The decision comes after…

UW Health to Study COVID Vaccine Effects in Children

August 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – UW Health will participate in a study of the effects of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in young children. The Wisconsin State Journal reports UW Health’s American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison will be one of about 100 sites involved in the study. The project aims to enroll about 12,000 children under age 12. The Madison hospital hopes…

Black Water Lounge to Reopen in Early 2022

August 12, 2021

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Facebook/Black Water Lounge) DULUTH, Minn. – Black Water Lounge will be reopening in early 2022. The restaurant and bar made the announcement of their reopening in a Facebook post on Thursday afternoon. Black Water announced in 2018 that it would be temporarily closing effective January 1, 2019, during the completion of the Superior Street reconstruction project. During the temporary…

Suspects in East Hillside Shooting Formally Charged

August 12, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The suspects arrested in Tuesday’s East Hillside drive-by shooting have now been formally charged. According to court records, the alleged shooter, 21-year-old Kewon Dunn, has been charged with second-degree attempted murder, drive-by shooting, and felon convicted crime of violence-firearm violation. The driver of the vehicle, 25-year-old Brianna Clark-Johnson has also been charged with aiding an offender. According…

Midday Update 8-12-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 12, 2021

August 12, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 12, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather

Minnesota Hits 70% Mark for 1st Vaccinations for 16 and up

August 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota has reached the milestone of vaccinating 70% of its population age 16 and older with at least one dose against GOVID-19. Gov. Tim Walz credits a recent rise in vaccination rates amid concerns over the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus and the state’s $100 rewards for people who get their first shot…

Two Harbors Art Fair Celebrates 27th Year as a Summer Tradition

Two Harbors Art Fair is Happening August 13 - 15, 2021

August 12, 2021

Brett Scott,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The Two Harbors Art Fair, also known as Under the Spreading Walnut Tree Art Fair, is taking place Friday, August 13 through Sunday, August 15. This year, organizers are celebrating their 27th year as a summer tradition in the community located along the North Shore of Lake Superior. The fair features works of art including jewelry,…

UW-Superior to Require Masks for All Students, Employees

August 12, 2021

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin Superior announced Thursday that it will require all students and staff to wear a face mask in all indoor spaces and facilities, regardless of vaccination status, beginning Monday, August 16. “We are striving to do everything within our power to deliver a top-quality educational experience while continuing to help slow or stop the…

Morning Update 8-12-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 12, 2021

August 12, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 12, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather

HHS Joins Vaccine Trend, Orders Shots for Its Health Workers

August 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The federal Department of Health and Human Services is requiring employees who provide care for patients to get their COVID-19 shots. Thursday’s order from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra will affect more than 25,000 clinicians, researchers, contractors, trainees, and volunteers with the National Institutes of Health, the Indian Health Service, and the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps….

UPDATE: Driver And Passenger Both Die After Pickup Truck Goes Into St. Louis River

August 12, 2021

Site Staff,

UPDATE: CLOQUET, Minn. – The man who was driving and the woman who was a passenger in a pickup truck that went into the St. Louis River on Tuesday have both died, according to Minnesota State Patrol. The driver was 80-year-old Steven Henry Kimber and the passenger was 78-year-old Barbara Jean Kimber. Both were from Carlton. Alcohol was not a…

US Jobless Claims Near Pandemic Low as Economy Strengthens

August 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell for a third straight time last week, the latest sign that employers are laying off fewer people as they struggle to fill a record number of open jobs and meet a surge in consumer demand. Thursday’s report from the Labor Department showed that jobless claims fell for a third…

Critics Grow Louder Over Mayor Larson’s Plan To Outsource Duluth’s Tourism Marketing; Councilors Weigh In

August 12, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth city councilors are getting an earful and raising questions — one day after Mayor Emily Larson boldly announced plans to pass up longtime Visit Duluth for the city’s next tourism marketing contract worth nearly $2 million and instead choose Minneapolis-based Bellmont Partners and its partner, Lawrence & Schiller. Mayor Larson told FOX 21 she stands by…

32nd Annual Blues Fest Returns to Bayfront

August 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– The 32nd Annual Blues fest preparations are underway at Bayfront Festival Park and they are adding a few new elements to the 3 day celebration that is expected to bring in close to 20,000 people. After being cancelled last year because of the pandemic the return of this music festival to the water font is largely anticipated through…

Glensheen Mansion Summer Concerts on the Pier

August 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Concerts on the Pier has become a staple event at the Glensheen Mansion every summer since 2015 where local bands play on the pier and the site draws in thousands of people whether on land, or in the water. Glensheen brings in different local artists every Wednesday night through the summer from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, to play…

Municipal Primary Election Update

August 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Municipal Primary Election took place yesterday for two at-large city council seats along with City Council District 2 and District 4 seats as well. At 8:00 pm Wednesday night the votes were in sending 8 candidates to the Novembers ballots. There was a 12.4% total voter turnout, which was around the expected amount but still way…

Bayview Elementary Holds Community Mobile Market

August 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Community Action Duluth came out to Bayview Elementary School in Proctor to host a Community Mobile Market. As a way to bring fresh and local foods to the area, the market has meat, vegetables and more. The mobile market offers discounts on produce items for shoppers under 18 and over 60 years old. EBT users are also receiving…

More Blood Drives to Battle National Blood Shortage

August 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the national blood shortage continues, more blood drives are in motion in the Northland. Superior Choice Credit Union is sponsoring a “back to school” blood drive event for the American Red Cross. You might have missed today’s blood drive but there will be another one tomorrow at the Miller Hill Mall from 12 to 3 pm. “On…

St. Louis County Public Health Brings COVID Vaccine Clinics to College Campuses

August 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The college of St. Scholastica in Duluth and St. Louis County Public health is teaming up to make getting the COVID vaccine more convenient with on-campus vaccine clinics. “So we really want to be able to provide vaccines right where they are at,” said Public Health Nurse Emily Lian. “That’s kinda been public health’s perspective on vaccines in…

BCA: Another Arrest After Body Found in Lake Superior Last Month

August 11, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-This afternoon the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension announced they have arrested a second suspect in the murder and dismemberment of a St. Paul man whose body was found in Lake Superior last month. Tommi Lynn Hintz, 31, of Duluth has been booked into the St. Louis County Jail on a Cook County warrant on probable cause, accomplice after the…

More Details Released in Tuesday’s East Hillside Shooting

August 11, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-More details are being released today in Tuesday’s East Hillside shooting, including the name of the victim. According to authorities, at around 8:20 a.m. Duluth Police Officers were dispatched to a call of sounds of shots fired in the area of 15th Avenue East and Superior Street. The police say a 21-year-old male suspect was in a car driven…

Gov. Walz Announces Vaccination Requirements for State Agency Employees

August 11, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced today that state agency employees will be required to show proof of vaccination or participate in regular testing before returning to the workplace. Employees working in person will be required to show proof of vaccination and attest to their vaccination status by Wednesday, Sept. 8. Employees who are not vaccinated will be required…

Anonymous Jury Ordered for Ex-Cop in Daunte Wright’s Death

August 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP)-A judge has ordered that the jury in the trial of a former suburban Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of Daunte Wright will remain anonymous. Former Brooklyn Center Officer Kim Potter, who is white, fatally shot Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist, in April. She’s scheduled to stand trial in November on a manslaughter charge. Judge Regina Chu…

UPDATE: Child Dies After Being Locked in Car in Hibbing, Twin Brother Released From Hospital

August 11, 2021

Site Staff,

UPDATE: The Hibbing Police Department has now been informed that one of the twin boys has passed away while receiving medical care at a children’s hospital in Minneapolis. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office will be performing an autopsy on the boy. The other juvenile male was released from St. Mary’s in Duluth. Police added that possible charges on the…

Midday Update 8-11-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 11, 2021

August 11, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 11, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather

Morning Update 8-11-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 11, 2021

August 11, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 11, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather

Wisconsin to Set Fall Wolf Limit After Runaway Spring Hunt

August 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wildlife officials in Wisconsin are set to consider adopting a 130-animal limit for this fall’s wolf hunt. The Department of Natural Resources’ vote Wednesday in Milwaukee figures to be contentious after conservationists complained hunters killed far too many wolves during a rushed spring season in February. The Trump administration removed wolves from the endangered species list…

Duluth 2021 Primary Election Results

August 11, 2021

Site Staff,

Below is the up to date results of the key races in Tuesday’s Duluth Primary Election Duluth Council Member at Large (Elect 2) – Four Advance Azrin Awal – 2,946 (24.13%) Ashlie Castaldo – 988 (8.09%) Dezuwon “Pez” Davila – 594 (4.86%) Scot Jenkins – 703 (5.76%) Joe Macor – 2,589 (21.20%) Timothy L. Meyer – 989 (8.10%) Nancy Stam…

One-On-One: Mayor Larson Explains Choosing Minneapolis Agency Over ‘Visit Duluth’ For Tourism Marketing

Visit Duluth is being offered a significantly smaller second contract for "convention and visitor center operations."

August 11, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – After 85 years as Duluth’s main tourism marketing arm, Visit Duluth will no longer have that title come 2022 — pending council’s approval — as Mayor Emily Larson continues to scrutinize how millions of dollars in tourism tax revenue is handed out every year. Larson made the big announcement Tuesday by saying her team has chosen Minneapolis-based…

Entrepreneurship Workshop Welcomes Innovators of All Ages

August 10, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Calling entrepreneurs of all ages, Innovate 218 and ILT Academy in Duluth is hosting a free workshop to help bring your ideas to life. The two hour workshop will provide networking tools and give people an opportunity to learn more about starting a business. Innovate 218 is part of Launch Minnesota and teaches entrepreneurs how to take their…

Great Outdoors: Youth Get Their Sea Legs At DSSA Sailing Camp

The DSSA'S Sailing Camp is helping a group of kids between 7 and 16 years old get the nautical knowledge they need.

August 10, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The second half of summer in the northland brings the sailboats out onto lake superior. but all those experienced sailors had to start somewhere, like the Duluth Superior Sailing Association’s (DSSA’S) Sailing Camp. “Some of these kids, they get out here and they get to feel what water is like and what it’s like to be on a…

Faith United Methodist Church Hosts Food Pantry

August 10, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– A local church is continuing to help the community out by providing free and nutritious food to those who need it. Faith United Methodist Church in Superior partners with Second Harvest for a food pantry every Tuesday, from 4:00 to 6:30 in the evening, where the church receives close to four thousand pounds of food to hand out…

Operation K9 Competition Returns

August 10, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– The 7th annual Operation K9 event is back in Superior this Thursday evening after it was canceled last year. You can watch and meet 14 different dogs and their handlers from five K9 units compete at the UWS field on the corner of Belknap Street and Mortorelli Drive. This event is hosted by the Northland K9 Foundation to…

Duluth Shooting Suspect Arrest After Police Standoff

August 10, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- A man was shot around 8:30 am on 15th Avenue East near East Superior Street, putting him in the hospital with unknown injuries, and leaving one garage in the neighborhood with multiple bullet holes. According to the Duluth Police Department, multiple shots were fired in the drive-by shooting. The suspect was soon found nearby. “The suspect came into…

Larson Chooses Minneapolis Agency Over ‘Visit Duluth’ For City’s Main Marketing Contract

Visit Duluth is being offered a significantly smaller second contract for "convention and visitor center operations."

August 10, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – After 85 years as Duluth’s main tourism marketing arm, Visit Duluth will no longer have that title come 2022, as Mayor Emily Larson continues to scrutinize how millions of dollars in tourism tax revenue is used every year. Mayor Larson made the announcement Tuesday saying her team has chosen Minneapolis-based Bellmont Partners and its partner, Lawrence &…

St. Louis County Requiring Face Masks Inside All County Buildings Beginning Wednesday

August 10, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – Beginning Wednesday, St. Louis County will require face masks to be worn inside all county buildings. According to a Tuesday press release, this will apply to all employees and visitors regardless of vaccination status. “St. Louis County continues to experience substantial transmission of COVID-19. The CDC defines substantial transmission as 50 or more new cases…

Four Golfers Injured After Being Indirectly Struck by Lightning in Sawyer County

August 10, 2021

Site Staff,

SAWYER COUNTY, Wis. – Four golfers were injured Tuesday morning after being indirectly struck by lightning at the Big Fish Golf Course in the Town of Hayward. According to the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office, authorities received a report of multiple people being struck by lightning around 11:26 a.m. When deputies and first responders arrived at the scene they found four…

Minnesota Logs 5,600 Breakthrough COVID-19 Cases, 57 Deaths

August 10, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota has seen at least 5,599 breakthrough cases of COVID-19 and at least 57 deaths among fully vaccinated people, health officials reported Tuesday. The Minnesota Department of Health said it will begin reporting breakthrough case figures weekly as cases of the highly infectious delta variant surge across the state and country. But the department cautioned…

MPCA Reports More Spills Along Line 3 Construction Route

August 10, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota regulators now say there have been more releases of drilling fluid along the Line 3 oil pipeline construction route than previously reported. According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, there were 28 releases at 12 river crossing locations by Aug. 5. In one of those cases, about 80 gallons of fluid…

Midday Update 8-10-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 10, 2021

August 10, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, August 10, 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

Group Sues for Right to Carry Guns at Minnesota State Fair

August 10, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A gun owners’ group is suing the Minnesota State Fair and Ramsey County, demanding that permit holders be allowed to carry handguns on the fairgrounds during the Great Minnesota Get-Together. The lawsuit by the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus argues that the State Fair’s ban on weapons violates the Second Amendment right to keep and bear…

UPDATE: Suspects Arrested in Connection to Tuesday Morning East Hillside Shooting

August 10, 2021

Site Staff,

UPDATE: Duluth police say Tuesday’s shooting stemmed from an altercation the suspect and victim had with each other earlier in the day. The suspect and victim were known to each other and this was not a random shooting. Authorities say the victim is currently listed in stable condition. We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available….

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces Resignation

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Will Effectively Leave Office in Two Weeks

August 10, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has resigned over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations in a fall from grace a year after he was widely hailed nationally for his detailed daily briefings and leadership during the darkest days of COVID-19. The third-term Democratic governor is increasingly isolated as state Assembly members move toward impeachment and allies…

Duluth Black Woods Temporarily Closed Due to COVID-19

The restaurant says it will reopen Sunday, August 15

August 10, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – DULUTH, Minn. – Black Woods Bar & Grill in Duluth announced Monday that it is temporarily closed after an employee tested positive for COVID-19. In a Facebook post, the restaurant says it will remain closed until Saturday, August 14. Both the Proctor and Two Harbors locations, as well as Tavern on the Hill, will remain open for…

Twin Ports Transplant Kick Starts ‘Too Good Bakery’

The Pop-Up Bakery can be Spotted at a Number of Events in Superior on a Weekly Basis

August 10, 2021

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – They’re a dime a dozen these days – bakeries. However, it’s what each owner does to make their sweet treats special that sets that bar high, and customers coming back for more. “I bake with love and I’m backed by love,” exclaimed Liberty Smith, owner of Too Good Bakery. It’s a secret ingredient that can be hard…

Wisconsin Governor Vetoes GOP Bills to Restrict Absentees

August 10, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Steve Apps/Wisconsin State Journal via AP, File) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has vetoed bills passed by the state’s Republican-controlled Legislature that would have imposed new restrictions on absentee ballots in the key battleground state. The Democratic governor had been widely expected to turn back the bills, which his party had derided as voter suppression. Republicans argued…

Morning Update 8-10-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 10, 2021

August 10, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather