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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

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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

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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…

David McMillan Named Interim UMD Chancellor

July 13, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The University of Minnesota Board of Regents has officially appointed David McMillan as the interim chancellor at the University of Minnesota – Duluth. In a 9-2 vote on Wednesday the former U of M regent was appointed for a two-year term. University employees are excited for the opportunity to work with the former bulldog. “I’m just so excited…

Allete Power Company Holds Grand Opening for Lake Superior Plaza

July 13, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–Wednesday Allete’s Minnesota Power Company held a grand opening for it’s reimagined Lake Superior Plaza, that sits right in front of the company’s headquarters in the heart of downtown. The space is located on the corner of Lake Avenue and Superior Street and it’s fully equipped with benches and tables, a green space, and a new added entrance on…

‘Sidewalk Days’ Brings the Downtown Duluth Area to Life

July 13, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn — Sidewalk Days took over the streets of Duluth today. This 3-day event showcases nearly 100 vendors and attracts more than four thousand people each year. It’s a booming event for downtown businesses, but what happens when they pack up, head back inside, and return to their day to day sales? According to Ed Barbo, owner of Ed Barbo’s…

Youth from Red Cliff Help Paint the Chief Buffalo Mural Project

July 13, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Today, kids from the Red Cliff community helped paint the Chief Buffalo Mural Project at Gitchi-Ode’ Akiing Park. The project features a maze of murals near the Lakewalk, hand-crafted by artists and local community members. Each wall tells the story of Chief Buffalo, while also highlighting the Indigenous community in a contemporary light. Lead coordinator of the…

Duluth Holds the 14th Annual Sidewalk Shuffle Race

July 13, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Downtown Duluth’s Sidewalk Days kicked off today with the 14th annual Sidewalk Shuffle. This 5k race helps the local YMCA raise money for community projects. People of the ages six and older were able to run alone. The course is was an out and back, heading East up the shore along the Lakewalk. It is a family-friendly…

Abortion Ruling To Speed Process For Clinics, Patients

July 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A court ruling that struck down most of Minnesota’s restrictions on abortion as unconstitutional will speed the process for clinics and patients, though providers are still studying all the implications of how the landscape will change as a result. Two key points of Monday’s ruling are expected to have the most immediate impacts. Judge Thomas Gilligan overturned Minnesota’s mandatory 24-hour waiting…

Juvenile Arrested After Shooting At Other Minors, Then A Car In Cloquet

UPDATE: The suspect has been formally charged.

July 13, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

UPDATE (July 13, 4 p.m.) — The 16 year-old juvenile boy responsible for a shooting in Cloquet has been charged. According to the Carlton County Attorney’s Office, the boy has been charged with multiple felony crimes, including second degree assault. ORIGINAL POST: CLOQUET, Minn. — A juvenile boy is in custody after Cloquet police say he was responsible for a…

Biden Delivers Tough Talk On Iran As He Opens Mideast Visit

July 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

JERUSALEM (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday opened his first visit to the Mideast since taking office by offering anxious Israeli leaders strong reassurances of his determination to stop Iran’s growing nuclear program, saying he’d be willing to use force “as a last resort.” The president’s comments came in an interview with Israel’s Channel 12 taped before he left Washington and…

U Of M Board Approves Duluth Interim Chancellor Hire Over GOP Opposition

July 13, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – The University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted 9-2 on Wednesday to hire former regent and utility executive Dave McMillan for a two-year term as the Duluth campus’ interim chancellor after a contentious debate and opposition from legislative Republicans, who alleged a conflict of interest. Regents James Farnsworth and Darrin Rosha voted no. By the same margin, the board…

Wisconsin Doctor Buys Illinois Buildings To Offer Abortions

July 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin doctor has purchased two clinical buildings in northern Illinois where he plans to offer abortion pills as early as this week at one location and surgical abortions within six months at the other site. The move comes after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned federal abortion rights last month. That led abortion providers in Wisconsin…

US Inflation Reached A New 40-Year High In June Of 9.1%

July 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Surging prices for gas, food and rent catapulted U.S. inflation to a new four-decade peak in June, further pressuring households and likely sealing the case for another large interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve, with higher borrowing costs to follow. Consumer prices soared 9.1% compared with a year earlier, the government said Wednesday, the biggest yearly increase…

Duluth Public Library Hosts The Titambe West African Dance Ensemble

July 13, 2022

Sophie Varner, Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Library welcomed the Titambe West African Dance Ensemble as part of their Kaleidoscope Series on Tuesday. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Wednesday’s Lunchtime Update

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July 13, 2022

Emma Propp,

Join Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a look at the most recent news and weather updates. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Preview: Dog Found Starving To Death Gets New Home, Improving Health

July 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A dog named Tuffy who was featured on FOX 21 has landed his new family after being found starving to death in Cloquet in February. Owner Chandelle Cannon of Duluth said Tuffy continues to gain weight, is much more energetic and is even down to one medication for his gallbladder. “I thought about fostering, but I was…

Sidewalk Days will Take to the Streets of Duluth

July 13, 2022

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Grab your sunscreen and head downtown tomorrow for the kickoff of the annual Sidewalk Days event. This is downtown Duluth’s biggest summer shopping festival of the year showcasing nearly 100 vendors and attracting more than four thousand residents and tourists each year. The 3-day event will take place along superior street from lake avenue to 5th avenue…

Superior Fuel Hosts Duluth Firefighters To Learn Life Saving Skills

July 13, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Many of us rely on propane and natural gas to heat our homes and live our lives, but safety is always an important part. That’s true for homeowners, delivery crews, and firefighters. That’s why the Duluth Fire Department and the Superior Fuel Company are working together over the next four days. Firefighters are making sure they understand…

Great Outdoors: DPD Hosts Take a Kid Fishing

July 12, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – “We’re exposing some kids to outdoor experiences that might never get that opportunity. So, hopefully each one of these kids who does this gets a new appreciation for being outside,” Duluth Police Department Sergeant, Mike Lafontaine says. The Duluth Police Department is putting on their Take a Kid Fishing program once again this summer. Every Tuesday the…

DEED’S Summer of Jobs Campaign Visits Duluth

July 12, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The second stop of the Summer of Jobs tour started at Essentia where discussion pertained to the need for health care workers, followed by a job shadow of a sterile processing technician, and ended with a roundtable at City Hall to talk about untapped labor markets. “This is a time when we have the fifth tightest market…

Lake Superior Zoo Announced Lion Lily Has Passed Away

July 12, 2022

Site Staff,

This picture was taken from Lake Superior Zoo’s Facebook page July 12. DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Zoo announced in a Facebook post, their female African Lion Lily has passed away Tuesday. After very quickly becoming lethargic and losing her appetite the veterinary staff sedated her and performed a full exam over the week. The initial findings indicated a…

Suicide Prevention Hotline Number Change To Increase Access, Services

July 12, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – For years, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has been a way for people with suicidal thoughts to get help. But a big change could soon make it easier for Minnesotans in crisis to connect with the hotline. “What happens isn’t going to change. If you call, someone will be able to talk to you. If you call from Minnesota,…

7th January 6th Committee Hearing

July 12, 2022

Site Staff,

This is the 7th January 6th Committee Hearing including details of a meeting that occurred late at night at the White House. It involved Trump’s outside lawyers suggesting the military seize state voting machines in a last-ditch effort pursuing his false claims of voter fraud before the attack on the capitol. The committee is investigating many far-right extremists that came…

Pentagon: US Kills IS Group Leader In Syria In Drone Strike

July 12, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon said Tuesday that it killed a leader of the Islamic State group in Syria in a drone strike. U.S. Central Command said in a news release that Maher al-Agal was killed Tuesday and an unidentified senior official in the Islamic State group was seriously injured. The Pentagon said there were no civilian casualties, though it wasn’t possible…

Tuesday’s Lunchtime Update

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July 12, 2022

Emma Propp,

This is your Tuesday Lunchtime Update with the latest news and weather headlines from Fox 21’s Maria Vollom and Meteorologist Ken Slama! Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Animal Allies Hosts Kids Through Their Day Camps

July 12, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–If you or someone you know has a kid who love animals and art, there’s a summer day camp opportunity just for them. Animal Allies offers several summer camp options but this week’s session is focused on animals and art. This specific camp option is targeted to kids ages ten and up and they are able to spend most…

Historic Flood Levels Begin to Recede on Rainy Lake

July 12, 2022

Maria Vollom,

RAINY LAKE, Minn. — Water levels are finally receding on rainy lake, and the National Weather Service plans to end the flood warning today. Rainy Lake water levels are expected to decline 10-12 inches from now until July 15. Although, heavier than expected rainfall on the lake would slow the rate of decline. In an interview with homeowner on Rainy…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Rogue Eagle Mini Golf

July 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Rogue Eagle, a new mini golf course in Proctor is now open after two years of work. “It’s a great summer activity when you’re looking for an inexpensive way to have fun with your family,” said Annie Pollard, visiting the course from Cloquet. The 18 hole course allows for a variety of challenges, stories, and fun for…

Duluth Parks and Rec and Duluth Public Library Host Story and Play

July 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Parks and Rec department is partnering with the Duluth Public Library this summer to put on Story and Play events throughout the community. This is their second year of doing this and it takes place every Monday during the summer for kids in the community to come and hear stories as well as play at…

Duluth’s Gun Violence: DPD Chief Says High Numbers For 2022 Are Possible

July 11, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — In the first half of 2022, Duluth has seen 22 incidents involving guns where police were called out, and the Duluth police chief is concerned with how much higher the numbers could get if the trajectory continues. This figure and the rest of the statistics for this story, are not including suicides. “When we have legal guns…