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Agewell Arrowhead Looking for Volunteers for Program

The program takes grocery orders over the phone which are relayed to shoppers who deliver the food to the elderly.

July 1, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Agwell Arrowhead helps seniors in a variety of aspects including shoveling driveways, and helping with budgeting, and are now asking for volunteers to help with its Grocery-to-Go program. The program takes grocery orders over the phone which are relayed to shoppers who deliver the food to the elderly. Taking the orders is important to not only get…

Proper American Flag Disposal

The Richard I. Bong center can help anyone disposing of a flag with the proper ceremony.

July 1, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – American flags do not last forever and sometimes they become weathered and tattered. When this happens there is a specific and respectful way to dispose of flags to avoid throwing them in the garbage. The Richard I. Bong Veteran’s Center in Superior has an old mailbox just inside their doors. The mailbox has been repurposed to take…

Superior Fire Department Finally Moves into New Headquarters

July 1, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A new fire station for the Superior Fire Department has been in the works for several years. Now they have finally moved into a new state of the art headquarters. The Superior Fire Department has now transitioned from 10,000 square feet to more than double the space. The new facility will provide a lot more room to…

Superior Mayor Paine Confirms Relationship With Councilor Van Sickle

July 1, 2019

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – For the first time publicly, Superior Mayor Jim Paine says he is in a relationship with Councilor Jenny Van Sickle. This comes after a FOX 21 report three months ago about that relationship when Paine endorsed Van Sickle for re-election — something that got critical reaction from some fellow councilors. Paine would not confirm or deny the…

Find Waldo At Local Businesses in West Duluth and Lincoln Park

July 1, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Where’s Waldo? Well he’s back in Duluth. Here’s your chance to find him as the iconic children’s book character visits local businesses in West Duluth and Lincoln Park. For the whole month of July participants can stop by Zenith Bookstore to pick up a “Find Waldo” passport. Visit any of the 20 participating businesses to collect stamps…

Duluth Police Ask for Public’s Help Locating Missing Teen

July 1, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a runaway teen. According to the police department, 15-year-old Evalynn Goldberg was last seen wearing her McDonald’s uniform in the Zenith Terrace area. She is described as a white female with dyed black hair, brown eyes, 5’7” and weighing 144 pounds. If you have any…

Minnesota Women’s Prison to Drop ‘No-Touch’ Policy

The new Guidelines Take Effect in Mid-July

July 1, 2019

The Associated Press,

SHAKOPEE, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota women’s prison is discontinuing its policy that barred inmates from shaking hands or giving high-fives. The Shakopee woman’s prison has banned unsanctioned contact between inmates for the past eight years. Critics have called the prison’s “no-touch” policy cruel and unconstitutional. Minnesota Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schell said Friday that, “It wasn’t a healthy…

One Injured in Central Hillside Shooting Incident

There are no Suspected in the Incident

July 1, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 22-year-old male arrived at a local hospital Friday morning with a non-life threatening gunshot wound following reports of shots fired in Central Hillside, according to the Duluth Police Department. Authorities say officers responded to reports of a large group of people fighting and shots fired in the area of 7th Avenue East and 4th Street around…

Midday Update 7-1-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 1, 2019

July 1, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, July 1, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, ryan johnson, weather

Evers Facing Pressure to Sign Wisconsin Budget

His Deadline is Friday

July 1, 2019

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file)MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Gov. Tony Evers is facing pressure to sign the state budget as passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature. Republicans are calling for him to sign it into law and on Monday, a group representing long-term care facilities also urged Evers to sign it. LeadingAge Wisconsin on Monday cited nearly $234 million more for…

Age Well Arrowhead Seeking Volunteers for “Groceries-to-Go” Program

Contact (218) 623 - 7800 to Sign Up and Volunteer with Age Well Arrowhead

July 1, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Folks interested in making a big impact in the community have the chance to help Age Well Arrowhead this summer. Groceries-to-Go started three years ago in December of 2016, aimed at taking orders, shopping, and delivering groceries to seniors in need throughout Duluth, Hermantown, Superior, Proctor, and Cloquet. Volunteers will be responsible for calling program participants Mondays…

Coffee Conversation: Gowns on Display, Concerts on the Pier at Glensheen Mansion

View More Than a Dozen Gowns Inside, and Concerts on the Pier Outdoors at Glensheen Mansion this Summer

July 1, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – They’re back! Glensheen’s annual Concerts on the Pier begin Wednesday, July 3. New this year, the series will begin each Wednesday evening with an opener taking to the Pier at 6:00 p.m., followed by a headliner at 7:00 p.m. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. Admission is free to the grounds of Glensheen. You’re encouraged to walk, bike,…

Morning Update 7-1-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 1, 2019

July 1, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a look at local news and weather making headlines Monday, July 1, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Local News, morning update, News, ryan johnson, weather

Vigil Held for Survivor of Fatal Helicopter Crash

Duda Remains in Critical Condition

July 1, 2019

The Associated Press,

BAXTER, Minn. (AP) – Dozens of first responders and community members from Crow Wing County gathered for a prayer vigil to support the paramedic who survived the crash of a medical helicopter last week. Acquaintances say Josh Duda remains in critical condition at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale with broken bones, but is expected to survive. The two others on…

Occupant of Disabled Vehicle Walking for Help Struck, Killed

The Fatal Crash Happened Late Sunday

July 1, 2019

The Associated Press,

RAINY LAKE, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota State Patrol says a woman trying to flag down help after her vehicle became disabled has been struck and killed on a northern Minnesota highway. The patrol says 18-year-old Kimburly Lynn Loycano, of International Falls, was walking southbound on Highway 71 in Rainy Lake with other occupants of the disabled vehicle when she…

Celebrating Midsommar in Duluth

Swedish Celebration of Summer at Spirit of God Lutheran Church

June 30, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Swedish community in Duluth spent Sunday celebrating the End of Winter and the beginning of Summer, a holiday called Midsommar. The sounds of the accordion and the smell of flowers mean summer is here. “Midsommar in Sweden is about closing up the city it’s about going out to the countryside to the cabins to the fields to…

Duluth Comes Outside After Violent Storms

Enger Park bustling with people enjoying sun and nature.

June 30, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- After the storms moved out of the area Sunday morning, the weather turned out pretty nice. Enger Park was full of people enjoying the look of the landscape, the views from the Tower, and the temps from the Sun. This is after storms whipped through the area, whipping lightning, wind, rain and even some hail across the sky…

Local Drag Queen Reads Books to Kids

Drag Story Time is a nationwide movement.

June 30, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn- A local drag queen put on their best dress and read story books to kids at Zenith Bookstore in West Duluth. “Drag Story Time” is a nationwide movement introducing kids to diversity. This was the second event of its kind at the book store. This time, led by local drag queen “Mama Dukes,” who read one of her favorite…

Community Enjoys Independence Day Concert in Gary New Duluth

The 3rd annual Independence Concert in Gary New Duluth.

June 30, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn- The 4th of July is coming up later this week, and in the spirit of the holiday, people in Gary New Duluth are getting a heads start on Independence Day celebrations. “We’re celebrating the greatness of our country; we’re celebrating the greatness of our community, of our city,” Gary New Duluth recreation development president Mark Boben said. It’s the…

52nd Annual Gun Show Brings Hundreds to DECC

One of the largest Gun shows in Minnesota attracts almost 100 vendors.

June 29, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hundreds packed the DECC for one of the largest Gun Shows in Minnesota. The Duluth Gun Show is now in its 52nd year with 286 tables and 85 vendors displaying their firearms this year. For some, guns and the guns how have become important parts of their heritage. “It’s one of the, I would say one of the…

Brat Fest and ‘Bertapalooza’ Bring Crowds to Bayfront Festival Park

Two Fundraising events in Bayfront for the first time.

June 29, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- What do Bratwurst, Beer and a guy named Bert have in common? They all occupied Bayfront for the first time this weekend, to donate to local charities. Festival season has begun at Bayfront Park in Duluth with Brat Fest and Bertapalooza. The sizzle of Bratwurst cooking on the grill means a new festival making its mark at Bayfront,…

Lady Bikers Ride Through Duluth for Annual Convention

The Chrome Angels is an international group of women motorcyclists.

June 29, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn- A sisterhood of female bikers took a ride along the North Shore. The Chrome Angelz are an international group of women visiting Duluth for their annual convention. For their last day, the Angelz spent the afternoon shopping from local vendors and saying their goodbyes until next year’s gathering. “The thing that means the most to me is to…

More Than 100 Artists Display Work at Park Point Art Fair

Fair brings thousands to Park Point every year

June 29, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Park Point Art Fair kicked off Saturday. Thousands attend the annual fair, where more than a hundred artists display and sell work in many different mediums like glass, painting, woodwork, jewelry, and more. Karin Kraemer owns Duluth Pottery in Lincoln Park. She says the Park Point Fair is like a big reunion for artists. “There’s a…

Duluth FC Shooting For Playoffs

Only three games left in the season, as the club is one spot out of playoff contention.

June 29, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth FC is entering the final three games of their season, though they only have one loss on the year, they are still one spot out of playoff contention. The team needs to finish strong if they hope to have a shot at the playoffs. According to Duluth FC coach, Joel Person, this year has been a…

The Breezy Point 5k Raises Record Breaking Amount to Donate to MN Teen Challenge

The 11th annual Breezy Point 5k breaks $40k raised

June 29, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn- Almost 400 racers ran, walked and rode their bikes down Island Lake for the 11th annual Breezy Point 5k. In it’s 11th year, the Breezy Point 5k raised a record breaking $40 thousand for the Duluth Teen Challenge. “Teen Challenge saves people’s lives. They take you from the pits of addiction and they introduce you to God,” a…

All About Rhubarb at Rhubarb Festival

Fundraiser benefits CHUM Food Shelf

June 29, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- You know summer is here when it’s time for the Annual Rhubarb Festival. Benefiting the CHUM Food Shelf, the 15th Annual Rhubarb Festival took over part of London Road with Rhubarb Pie, Rhubarb Lemonade, and Rhubarb Bratwurst, and more Rhubarb. The festival raises about $60,000-$70,000 for CHUM each year. This year’s goal was to raise more than $75,000….

UPDATE: Missing Woman Located

49-year-old Teri Lynn Schaeffer has been located

June 29, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Teri Lynn Schaeffer has been located. Police tell us they are speaking with her at this time. The vehicle police were looking for was also located. Earlier, police asked for the public’s help in finding Schaeffer. They said she was considered missing under “suspicious circumstances.” Categories: News, News – Latest News

Volunteers Prep for Rhubarb Festival

June 28, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Get those taste buds ready because the Rhubarb festival is one day away. An assembly line of volunteers were chopping rhubarb and baking pies for the big day at First Lutheran Church on London Road. Nearly fifty gift baskets stuffed with goodies were also set up for tomorrow’s dollar raffle. “We have about three hundred volunteers that…

Free Shred-It Day Shows Appreciation For Credit Union Members

June 28, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Harbor City Credit Union in Duluth showed a little appreciation for their customers today by offering a free Shred– It Day… Members stopped by the branch with bags of paper to drop off to the large Shred-It truck. Many members even filled large trash dumpsters with their unwanted personal documents. Harbor City Credit Union has offered the…

Enhanced Skills Professional Police Officers Graduate

The class went through a rigorous six week program learning advanced police skills.

June 28, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Friday, 48 peace officers graduated from the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Enhanced Skills Program. The class went through a rigorous six week program learning advanced police skills. They even had to get tased and maced to learn how it feels when they do it to a potential perpetrator. “It’s important because you deal with…

Free Range Film Festival Kicks Off

The festival goes through Saturday with showings tomorrow afternoon and evening in Wrenshall.

June 28, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

WRENSHALL, Minn. – Twenty films from all over the world are being shown during the two day Free Range Film Festival in a 103-year-old barn in Wrenshall. For organizer Annie Dugan, she says her favorite part is after the films are done seeing people come together over what they are passionate about. “It’s evening, it’s cool and people are talking…

The Wonder of Bubbles at Mount Royal Library

The message of the program was "Anything is Possible" and the Bubble Master, Geoff Akins, says that his message is not just for children.

June 28, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kids and adults alike were shown the magic of bubbles today on Friday at the Mount Royal Library in Duluth. The message of the program was “Anything is Possible” and the Bubble Master, Geoff Akins, says that his message is not just for children. “Sometimes it’s not so much for the kids but for the child inside…

STEM Students Launch Rockets in Duluth

'Shoot for the Stars' is a College of St. Scholastica STEM program.

June 28, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn- High school students flew drones and spent the afternoon ‘Shooting for the Stars’ at Wheeler Field in Duluth. Rockets launched at the big finish to a three week program hosted by College of St. Scholastica. Students chose to learn how to build apps, build drones or build rockets. Angelina Kuehnow and Abbie Resberg built and launched their very…

Monster Trucks Rip Through Proctor Speedway

The Monster Truck Racing League stops in Proctor.

June 28, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Monster trucks ripped through proctor speedway for the first night of car–crashing, earth shaking excitement. Drivers in the monster truck racing league sped through mud, popped wheelies and caught big air at the show. Before that, fans could meet the drivers and catch a ride of their own in the back of a monster truck. One driver, who goes…

Governor Walz Announces Aid Help

An increase in Local Government aid to a level not seen in Duluth since 2002

June 28, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz was back in the Northland to announce an increase in Local Government Aid to a level not seen in Duluth since 2002. Walz said there will be an additional $26 million dollars this year, and an increase of $31 million dollars in 2020. Much of those funds will be used to fun staffing including…

Pattison Park Receives Aid Help To Help Flooding Recovery

$1.05 million is coming to Pattison Park from the Wisconsin State Building Commission

June 28, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- More than a million dollars in state aid is coming to help repair a Wisconsin State Park. Trails and structures at Pattison State Park were heavily damaged by flooding last fall, and the parks popular beach also remains closed. We got a first hand look at all the damage last years Father’s Day flood left behind at Pattison…

Local Hockey Association Hopes to Save the Duluth Heights Community Center

June 28, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Heights Community Center has been a huge staple in the community for a long time. But its fate is now in limbo and it could mean a big loss for the Duluth Heights neighborhood after the city closed part of the building, several months ago. For many years, the Duluth Heights Hockey Association has occupied space…

Man who Stole Jayme Closs’ Clothing Sentenced to Probation

June 28, 2019

The Associated Press,

BARRON, Wis. (AP) – A man who broke into the home of Jayme Closs after her parents were killed and she went missing has been sentenced to two years of probation. Thirty-three-year-old Kyle Jaenke-Annis earlier pleaded guilty to misdemeanor theft for stealing some of Closs’ clothing during the break-in. Jaenke-Annis was initially charged with felony burglary. Investigators found the theft…

FBI: Fields Sentenced to Life in Prison

June 28, 2019

The Associated Press,

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) – An avowed white supremacist who drove his car into a crowd of anti-racism protesters during a white nationalist rally in Virginia has been sentenced to life in prison on hate crime charges. James Alex Fields Jr. of Maumee, Ohio, was sentenced Friday after pleading guilty in March to federal hate crime charges in an attack that…

40 Cattle Swept Downriver in Southern Minnesota Flooding

June 28, 2019

The Associated Press,

BYRON, Minn. (AP) – About 40 cattle were swept away from their pasture in southern Minnesota as heavy rainfall caused the Zumbro River to swell. Olmsted County Sheriff Kevin Torgerson says some of the cattle have been located, but it’s going to take some time for authorities to access them due to flooding. Some cattle were still unaccounted for as…

Minor Injuries Sustained in Multiple Vehicle Crash on London Road

Driver Cited for Inattentive Driving

June 28, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 21-year-old female was cited for inattentive driving Friday morning following a crash on London Road. According to authorities the crash happened on the 4100 Block of London Road around 7:40 a.m. When authorities arrived on scene they found three vehicles involved in the crash with one of the vehicles on its side. Duluth Police say there…

Midday Update 6-28-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 28, 2019

June 28, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 28, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, midday update, News, weather

Milwaukee man in Custody in Officer’s Death

Officer Hetland was Killed on June 17

June 28, 2019

The Associated Press,

RACINE, Wis. (AP) – Sheriff’s officials have identified the man suspected of fatally shooting a Racine police officer who tried to stop an armed robbery. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office said Friday a 26-year-old Milwaukee man is in its jail following his arrest Thursday, a day after Officer John Hetland’s funeral. Authorities say the suspect was arrested in Milwaukee with…

Rox ‘N Soul Perform LIVE on FOX 21 Local News

Roxann Berglund and Briand Morrison Stopped by FOX 21 Local News Friday Morning to Perform LIVE

June 28, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Rox ‘N Soul is made up of vocals by Roxann Berglund and guitar performances by Briand Morrison. The duo reside in Grand Portage, but travel all across the region sharing their musical talents with residents in many communities. The band plays R&B, jazz, blues, pop, rock and original songs alone with favorites by request. Whether playing in…

Beat The Heat In Whitewater Rapids On The St. Louis River

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: Minnesota Whitewater Rafting

June 28, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

SCANLON, Minn. — In this week’s Active Adventures we are beating the heat and gearing up to cool down in whitewater rapids along the St. Louis River with Minnesota Whitewater Rafting. Check out the adrenaline adventure and what the Class II-IV rapids look like! Come prepared to paddle, this is an active workout. Join Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot as she…

Morning Update 6-28-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 28, 2019

June 28, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 28, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, morning update, News, weather

Car Crashes Into Downtown Biwabik Building Injuring two

June 28, 2019

Site Staff,

BIWABIK, Minn. – The Gilbert Police Department and Minnesota State Patrol are investigating a crash that left two people injured Thursday night. According to the Northland Fire Wire, a building in downtown Biwabik was heavily damaged when a car crashed into the building and went through the lower level. The crash happened at 400 Main Street around 9:55 p.m. The…

Learn How To Make Your Own Waffle Cones

COOKING CONNECTION: Love Creamery

June 28, 2019

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Cooking Connection we are learning how to make waffle cones at home with Love Creamery! Waffle Cones 1 Cup granulated sugar 4 large egg whites 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoon butter melted 1 Cup all-purpose flour Instructions 1. Preheat your waffle cone maker 2. Mix everything well, it will be…

Storms Snap Trees, Down Power Lines in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Could see More Rain and Thunderstorms Friday

June 28, 2019

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Powerful thunderstorms that moved through Wisconsin snapped trees, downed power lines and sent attendees at summer festivals scrambling for cover. Thousands of people were still without power in southern Wisconsin on Friday, after storms swept across the state Thursday. Country USA music festival in Oshkosh was evacuated and suspended late Thursday afternoon, as festival organizers said tents…

2 Dead, 1 Injured in Medical Helicopter Crash in Brainerd

A Nurse and Pilot Were Killed

June 28, 2019

The Associated Press,

BRAINERD, Minn. (AP) – Two people are dead and a third injured after a medical helicopter crash at the Brainerd airport. North Memorial Health says no patients were on board when the crash happened about 1 a.m. Friday. A nurse and a pilot were killed. The injured crew member was taken to St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd. The crew…