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Buffalo Supermarket Shooter Arraigned On Federal Charges

July 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The white gunman charged with killing 10 Black people in a racist mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket pleaded not guilty Monday to federal hate crime charges that could be punishable by the death penalty. Payton Gendron was indicted last week on hate crimes and weapons counts. The plea was entered in court by Gendron’s attorney,…

Police Laud Actions Of Man Who Killed Indiana Mall Attacker

July 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

GREENWOOD, Ind. (AP) — Authorities say the person who shot five people at a suburban Indianapolis shopping mall, killing three of them, before a shopper shot and killed him was a 20-year-old local man. Greenwood Police Chief James Ison said at a news conference Monday that Jonathan Sapirman, of Greenwood, began firing after leaving a bathroom at the Greenwood Park…

Cirrus Aircraft In Duluth Adding 50 More Job Opportunities With New Expansion

July 18, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Cirrus Aircraft celebrated an expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday in Duluth. Pictures were taken from Cirrus Aircraft’s Facebook page. The expansion is part of the Paint and Finish Facility that added 16,000 more square feet, a 35% increase in aircraft spray capacity. The entire facility is now 86,000 square feet. The expansion was part of the…

Monday Lunchtime Update

7-18-2022

July 18, 2022

Emma Propp,

Here is Monday’s Lunchtime Update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Bringing you your only local news and weather updates. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Warm Weather Brings Pups to Canal Park

July 18, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The recent burst of warm weather has plenty of people getting outside to enjoy the sun, but it also tossed a bone to local dog owners to bring their furry friends with them. Over at Canal Park, Tails are wagging as pooches were seen running around and soaking up the sun with their owners. Two dog owners who…

5th Annual Paddle for the People 4K Kicks Off

July 18, 2022

Cara Kopp,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– People of all ages were diving into the water early this morning for the 5th annual Paddle for the People 4k. Paddle for the People 4k is one of North Shore Stand Up Paddle Boarding’s biggest events of the season. While this free race is open to any human powered water craft, the participants were simply excited to…

Lake Superior Days Comes Back to Barkers Island

July 18, 2022

Cara Kopp,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– “The public should come to Lake Superior Day because it’s a chance to be, on purpose, loving where we live and where we visit,” Luciana Ranelli, Lake Superior Reserve education coordinator, said. Lake Superior Day Celebration returned to Barker’s Island Sunday morning where people got to indulge in some live music, and food while enjoying this hot summer…

‘Day Out With Thomas’ Returns To Duluth Depot This August

Tickets are on sale now for the popular event.

July 18, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Thomas the Tank Engine is returning to the North Shore Scenic Railroad the first two weekends of August, and tickets are on sale now for the popular event. Click the video above for more on the “Day Out With Thomas” event from Ken Buhler, executive director of the NSSR. And click here for ticket information at DuluthTrains.com….

Damning Report, New Footage Show Chaos Of Uvalde Response

July 18, 2022

The Associated Press,

UVALDE, Texas (AP) — A damning report and hours of body camera footage further laid bare the chaotic response to a mass shooting at a Uvalde elementary school, where hundreds of law enforcement officers massed but then waited to confront the gunman even after a child trapped with the shooter called 911. The findings of an investigative committee released Sunday were…

Duluth Airshow Takes To The Blue Skies

July 16, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– Aviation lovers came out in the thousands to watch as planes took to the skies for Minnesota’s largest airshow. A show that highlights the incredible skills of the U.S. Airforce. People were awed as the planes zipped through the air with precision and speed. One family came out not only to watch the famous aerial acrobatics, but to…

The Guardian Angels of West Duluth Brings in Donations

July 16, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Guardian Angels of West Duluth organization held a Fill a Tent event over at Memorial Park. With a tent set up in the grass, they spent the day bringing in donations to help make the lives of those who are living on the street easier. They collected bug spray, water, tents, hygiene products, and other necessities Their…

DSA Hosts First Ever Reskilling Festival

July 16, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Twin Ports Democratic Socialists of America chapter invited the public out for the first ever Community Reskilling Festival. Over at the Central Hillside Community Center, the DSA offered a variety of free classes to help develop a more sustainable lifestyle. They included bike repair, creating herbal backyard tea, button making, and more. The Twin Ports DSA chapter…

Be Aware of Beach Advisories Along North Shore

July 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – With hot weather expected the next several days, beaches in the Northland should be busy. There could be additional dangers than just the colder water temperatures along the North Shore. Earlier this week the Minnesota Department of Health placed advisories to not enter the waters of Lake Superior at Agate Bay Beach in Two Harbors and Durfee Creek…

More Campsites, Trails Reopen at Voyageur As Flood Waters Recede

July 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – As flood waters along the Rainy Lake basin continue to drop from historic levels, conditions are improving at Voyageurs National Park. Maintenance staff have repaired the locator lake trail this week, allowing people to access this part of the park starting July 16. That also includes the four campsites part of the Chain-of-Lakes at Locator, War Club,…

Judge Says Vos Must Produce Requested Election Probe Records

July 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Dane County judge on Friday gave Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos a second chance to produce requested records involving the investigation of the 2020 election result in Wisconsin. The order was in response to a lawsuit by the liberal watchdog group American Oversight seeking documents related to the partisan investigation by former state Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman. At…

5 Injured In Crash Following Brooklyn Center Police Chase

July 16, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — Five people were injured after a police pursuit in a Minneapolis suburb Friday afternoon ended in a crash between a suspect with an outstanding warrant and a passing vehicle, authorities said. The incident began after Brooklyn Center police was notified about the whereabouts of a man who had an active arrest warrant in connection with…

First Splash Pad Event of the Summer

July 15, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– Duluth Parks and Recreations, and a Duluth Fire Department partnership, brought a fun outdoor water event to one local neighborhood on Friday. The first pop up splash fest of the summer was hosted at the Keene Creek Park. They featured a variety of different water games including water guns, and sprinklers. The Duluth Parks and Recreations center hopes…

Reader Fest Comes to Bayfront

July 15, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Reader newspaper hosted their 25th anniversary with the Reader Fest Summer Festival Friday, over at Bayfront. The locally found newspaper’s wanted to bring the community out to showcase a variety of local bands, such as The Scarlet Goodbye, and Sydney Hansen, The newspapers founder hopes to be able to gain attraction for themselves, and the community. “Well…

Street Dance Kicks Off in Downtown Duluth

July 15, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– Duluth’s annual Street Dance kicked off this evening to celebrate with Sidewalk Days. The 100 block of East First Street came alive with music and dancing, thanks to Ace’s in Duluth. Bands such as Darling Danger and Lake City Smokin’ Section brought the crowds out to enjoy the beautiful weather, and some drinks. “It’s a gorgeous day. We…

Two Injured From Flash Fire At Superior Refinery

July 15, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two contractors were injured at Superior Refinery today due to a flash fire. Cenovus says construction activity led to the fire around 1:20 this afternoon. It was quickly extinguished with assistance from the Superior Fire Department. The injured contractors were treated on site, and then transported to a local hospital for assessment and more treatment. Work was…

Lift Bridge Charter Association Donates Boats To Take First Responders Fishing

July 15, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn. –Friday the Lift Bridge Charter Association donated seven charter fishing boats to a good cause. They went to the statewide organization “Heroes Helping Heroes”. The charter association worked with James Addiction charter fishing. They assigned seven captains to take out active or retired first responders. “Heroes Helping Heroes” is an organization that helps create a support system for…

Duluth Airshow Advises People to Prepare for Traffic

July 15, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Airshow is set to take flight this weekend, but if you’re not attending by plane, you might want to prepare for the ground-level traffic. “people come at the same time because they want to see the entire show which is great. so what we do is encourage people to make a plan make your route…

Superior Officer Arrested After Fatal Driving Crash

July 15, 2022

Maria Vollom,

SUPERIOR, Wi. — A Superior Police Officer has been arrested after a fatal car crash Friday morning. He is being held on suspicion of homicide for allegedly driving while intoxicated. Police Chief Nicholas Alexander said that the crash occurred at about 1:15am along the 5200 block of E. 2nd Street in Superior. One vehicle drove into the rear end of another…

Fentanyl Contributes To Rise In Minnesota Overdose Deaths

July 15, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The number of people who died of drug overdoses in Minnesota climbed by more than 20% last year. State Department of Health records show at least 1,286 people in Minnesota died of overdoses in 2021. And, most of the deaths were caused by synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which saw a 32% increase in fatal overdoses…

Biden Tells Dems To Quickly Pass Pared-Down Economic Package

July 15, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden seemed to bow Friday to Sen. Joe Manchin’s demand for a slimmed-down economic package, telling Democrats to quickly push the measure through Congress so families could “sleep easier” and enjoy the health care savings it proposes. Biden’s statement came hours after Manchin, the West Virginian who is one of Congress’ more conservative Democrats, said…

Vigil Held For Man Killed By Minneapolis Police In Standoff

July 15, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Several dozen people gathered for a vigil outside a Minneapolis apartment building where police fatally shot a man during an hourslong standoff that began with gunfire before officers arrived. Family members and friends on Thursday night mourned the death of Andrew Tekle Sundberg, a 20-year-old who police said fired gunshots from his apartment in a standoff that began Wednesday…

Police Chief: Superior Officer Arrested In Fatal Crash

July 15, 2022

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — According to the Superior Police Department, a fatal crash occurred involving one of it’s officers who was allegedly intoxicated. In a press release, Police Chief Nicholas Alexander said that around 1:15 Friday morning a severe crash happened in the 5200 Block of East 2nd Street. The vehicles were heading northbound when a rear end crash resulted in…

Biden Says He Raised Khashoggi Murder With Crown Prince

July 15, 2022

The Associated Press,

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — President Joe Biden said he raised the murder of Jamal Khashoggi at the beginning of his meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Friday. “I said, very straightforwardly, for an American president to be silent on an issue of human rights is inconsistent with who we are and who I am,” Biden said….

House Voting To Restore Abortion Rights, Senate Odds Dim

July 15, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has voted to restore abortion rights nationwide in Democrats’ first legislative response to the Supreme Court’s landmark decision overturning Roe v. Wade. The bill has little chance of becoming law, with the necessary support lacking in the 50-50 Senate. Yet voting marks the beginning of a new era in the debate as lawmakers, governors and legislatures grapple with…

Friday Lunchtime Update

7-15-2022

July 15, 2022

Emma Propp,

Happy Friday! Here is your lunchtime update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Coffee Conversation: Duluth Author Of ‘Trixie Bixby And Her 66 Pairs Of Socks’

July 15, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Angie Delf, a Duluth author of Trixie Bixby and Her 66 Pairs of Socks, stopped by the morning show Friday to talk about her inspiration to write the children’s book. Click the video above to hear more from Angie, and click here to purchase the book. “Trixie is a spirited girl who loves her fun and colorful sock…

Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival Arrives Saturday

July 15, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The 16th Annual Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival hits the stage this Saturday from noon until 11 p.m. The festival is described as “a celebration of world music whose artists spread the message of love, hope, and equality for all people worldwide.” Click the video above for a preview, and click here for ticket information and…

Hermantown Police: Driver’s Blood Alcohol Level Nearly Four Times Legal Limit

July 15, 2022

Site Staff,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — On Thursday night, a drunken driver ended up in a construction zone, according to the Hermantown Police Department. The incident occurred around Miller Trunk Highway 194 in Hermantown. The woman’s blood alcohol level was nearly four times the legal limit at .30. Police say no one was injured and she was arrested at the scene. According to…

Two Men Arrested In Duluth For Gun Crimes After One Person Is Shot

July 14, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — A 22-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting, according to Duluth police. The DPD says officers were called out to a hospital just after 2 a.m. on Thursday for a 33-year-old man who came in with a gunshot wound. After officers did some interviews, the investigation led them, the Violent Crimes Unit, and the Lake…

CSS Hosting Renowned Expert On Trauma, Addiction, And Gender For Seminar

July 14, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — A psychology expert from California will stop by the College of St. Scholastica next week to share her understanding on several topics. Dr. Stephanie Covington is a clinician and leads organizations that help address trauma, addiction, recovery, gender, relationships, and more. The seven-hour training seminar is open to CSS students and those who work in social services,…

Former Soul Asylum Guitarist To Perform At Duluth’s ReaderFest Friday

July 14, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Reader is celebrating its 25th anniversary at Friday’s ReaderFest at Bayfront Festival Park. One of the bands includes a member of Soul Asylum, which put out “Runaway Train” back in 2000. Dan Murphy, a Duluth native, used to be the longtime guitarist in Soul Asylum until 2012. He’s in a new band now called The…

Thunderbird Fighter Jets Soar Into Town for the 2022 Duluth Airshow

July 14, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Monaco Air Duluth site was booming with sounds of jets on Thursday. Which means the United States Airforce Thunderbirds have made it to town. With the 2022 Duluth air show happening just this weekend. The Thunderbirds flew into town once again to be the feature performer. While the community prepares to come out and see these famous…

St. Louis County Hosts Civic Center Farmer’s Market

July 14, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–St. Louis County hosted their Civic Center farmer’s market Thursday. The market is located in the Civic Center festival space outside of the County Courthouse near City Hall. When going to the market you can expect to find around a dozen vendors with all different types of products such as eggs, produce, jams, and even crafts. They even had…

Kayaker Saves Boy on the St. Louis River

July 14, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — There was a happy and safe ending to some frightening moments on the St. Louis River last week. Police say a 6-year-old boy was found in the water, after becoming separated from the family sailboat. A kayaker who happened to be nearby on the river says he heard and saw a child yelling for his father. He…

New Minnesota ‘Screen Time Law’ Limits Use In Kindergarten And Preschool Classrooms

July 14, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Starting July 1, students in publicly funded early education classrooms can’t use a screen without teacher engagement. The new law aims to ensure that classroom screen use is active and engaging. “Little kids learn best through live interaction, sensory experiences, touch, taste smell, and live interaction with human beings. Screens don’t give you that,” said Early Education Consultant Lisa…

Ivana Trump, First Wife Of Former President, Dies At 73

July 14, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Ivana Trump, who formed half of a publicity power couple in the 1980s as the first wife of former President Donald Trump and mother of his oldest children, has died in New York City, her family announced Thursday. She was 73. “I am very saddened to inform all of those that loved her, of which there…

Woman Arrested After Stabbing In Duluth’s Central Hillside

July 14, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is investigating a stabbing in the Central Hillside neighborhood involving a man and a woman. Officials said an officer was flagged down around 11:50 a.m. Thursday about the incident. A 45-year-old man was found with a stab wound on the 300 block of East 5th Street. That man was transported to a nearby…

Tuffy’s Comeback Story From Starving Stray To New Health, Family

July 14, 2022

Dan Hanger, Bret Holland,

DULUTH, Minn. – A stray dog found starving to death in Cloquet in February is now living his best life with a new family in Duluth after seeing his story on FOX 21. Here’s Tuffy’s comeback story. Tuffy when he was first found by vet tech Jodi Carlson Jodi Carlson, a local vet tech in Duluth who found Tuffy, said…

Biden, Lapid Agree To Stop Iran Nuke Program, Differ On How

July 14, 2022

The Associated Press,

JERUSALEM (AP) — U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid stood side-by-side Thursday and declared they would not allow Iran to become a nuclear power. They parted ways, though, on how to get there. Biden, in a joint news conference after a one-on-one meeting with the Israeli leader, said he still wants to give diplomacy a chance. Moments earlier, Lapid insisted that words…

Time Arc Theatre Gets Back On Stage For Two-Part Melodrama

July 14, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Time Arc Theatre in Superior is hitting the stage with a new two-part melodrama called “You Can’t Keep A Good Man Down” or “She Tried To Loathe Him But She Just Couldn’t Do It.” The production is being held at the Elk’s Club at 1503 Belknap Street on July 15, 16, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. …

Thursday’s Lunchtime Update

7-14-2022

July 14, 2022

Emma Propp,

Good afternoon! Here is your daily lunchtime news and weather update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Coffee Conversation: Hot Summer Toys With ‘Timeless Toys’

July 14, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Summer fun doesn’t always have to be on an electronic device, right? Scott Friedland, shopkeeper at Timeless Toys in Chicago, joined Dan Hanger on the morning show to give some fun summer toy ideas for indoors and outdoors. Click the video for five ideas and see below for more details. Top Secret Mission Set $14.99 Solve the…

Buffalo Supermarket To Reopen 2 Months After Mass Shooting

July 14, 2022

The Associated Press,

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo supermarket where 10 Black people were killed by a white gunman is set to reopen its doors to the public Friday, two months after the racist attack. A moment of silence and prayer will be held Thursday at Tops Friendly Market to honor the victims, employees and community impacted by the May 14 mass shooting, with a…

BWCA Day at Bagley Nature Area

July 13, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s BWCA day and to celebrate, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness hosted an educational event over at the Bagley Nature Center. The event was all about bringing a piece of the Boundary Waters to a local park with the hope of connecting people to nature. Attendees were taught a bit about the Boundary Waters, how to…

Hannah Alstead Fills 4th District Seat In Duluth City Council

July 13, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– All eyes were on Duluth’s newly appointed City Councilor, Hannah Alstead, who was officially sworn into office Wednesday at City Hall. Hannah was joined with Council President Arik Forsman, and Mayor Emily Larson during her ceremony. The City Council voted Alstead to fill the vacant 4th District seat on Monday. Which was once held by the late Renee…