Morning Update 4-12-22
Here’s your Morning Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
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Legalizing Medical Marijuana In Wisconsin Gets First Public Hearing
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A Republican-authored bill to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin will be getting its first public hearing next week, achieving one goal of backers even though the measure will not pass this year. The Legislature has adjourned and won’t be back until 2023. But the April 20 Senate committee hearing on the medical marijuana bill will give…
Plea Deal Rejected By 3 Ex-Officers In George Floyd’s Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Prosecutors have revealed that they offered plea deals to three former Minneapolis police officers charged with aiding and abetting the murder of George Floyd, but say the defendants rejected them. Judge Peter Cahill held a Monday evening hearing mostly to consider whether he has the authority to allow live video coverage of the upcoming trial set for…
Zeitgeist Excited To Launch ‘North By North International Film Festival’
DULUTH, Minn. – Excitement is building for the first film festival at Zeitgeist Arts Center in Duluth later this month. The North by North International Film Festival will feature 80 films by up-and-coming filmmakers in the Northland and around the region. The festival’s director, Matthew Koshmrl, said it’s all about giving a larger platform of support for filmmakers trying to…
Duluth Council Unanimously Supports State Surplus Money for 148th Fighter Wing in First In-Person Meeting in 2 Years
Monday night and going forward, meetings will be hybrid with the public able to view and give feedback through WebEx like before.
DULUTH, Minn.- After two years of virtual meetings Duluth’s City Council returned to City Hall in person, where they unanimously showed support for using extra state funds to maintain and upgrade the 148th Fighter Wing. “I never anticipated it was going to be 2 years,” Council President Arik Forsman said. “I remember we had our last meeting where COVID was…
KYN: Benders Shoes New Location in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – “Ever since we came to Duluth we’ve had really good customer interaction. They’ve been really happy with the service we provide and the products we bring,” Benders Shoes Owner, Craig Bender says. Benders Shoes has made the jump to a new location on Maple Grove Road in Duluth. The new space is much larger than its previous…
Duluth Ukulele Community Strum Jam Session
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Ukulele Community Strum group got together tonight for a jam session, as they do every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. The group formed five years ago, and plays at Ecumen Lakeshore for residents and the general public. Playing popular songs from artists such as The Beetles, Beach Boys, and the Zombies, the group…
Duluth Woman Flies To Poland-Ukraine Border With Medical Supplies For Refugees
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluthian born and raised in Ukraine left the Duluth International Airport Monday for the border of Poland and Ukraine with all types of medical supplies as Russian forces continue their deadly war there. Bogdana Krivogorsky spoke to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger before hopping on a plane overseas. “Think about it. One day everything is gone and…
Duluth Fire Dept: Sunday Grass Fire a Reminder Brush Burns Easier in Spring
Crews knocked that 1 acre fire down within a couple of hours.
DULUTH, Minn.- A brush fire Sunday out in Gary New Duluth is a reminder, firefighters say, that we’re entering one of the seasons where grass and wildland fires are common. According to firefighters out at Station 10 in Gary, sparks from railway tracks off Becks Road, which is near Grand Avenue, likely started a brush fire that burned for about…
The Duluth Lions Club Pancake Day Event is Back May 5th
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Lions Club’s annual Pancake Day is back for it’s 63rd year. Last held 2019, pancake day is one of the lions club’s biggest fundraisers raising money for programs that assist in vision and hearing impairment, diabetes, and programs for kids. During the last go round, a few years ago, they went through about 25 hundred…
St. Lukes Looking for COVID-19 Study Participants
Questions about the study can be directed to RECOVERStudy@slduluth.com
DULUTH, Minn.– St. Lukes has partnered with the CDC and five other research sites for a study that will look into how COVID-19 moves through populations of people. St. Lukes is welcoming new participants to enroll so it can collect more data for the “Recover” Study. The researched began back in August of 2020 and focuses on people who are…
CHUM to Give Away Three-Hundred Easter Hams
CHUM gave away all of today's inventory, minutes after opening.
DULUTH, Minn.– A juicy ham is typically a staple in the dinner table during Easter Sunday, and this week, the CHUM food shelf is handing them out to anyone who wants to take one home for the upcoming holiday. The non-profit handed out 48 hams this morning at its West Duluth location. According to CHUM’s distributive services director, Scott Van…
New Tourism Campaign Titled “Love it Like We Do”
The campaigns new brand image soft launched at the end of April.
DULUTH, Minn.– A new marketing campaign for Duluth tourism debuted ahead of the summer season, with the rollout hosted by the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, at the DECC earlier today. The new campaign is a partnership between the Duluth City Government, Visit Duluth, The DECC, the Twin-cities based public relations firm Bellmont Partners and its South Dakota-based partner, Lawrence…
Locally Owned Game Shop in Spirit Valley Neighborhood Closes It’s Doors After 12 Years
DULUTH, Minn.–One of the only stores in Duluth where you can find a wide variety of games, was open for business for the last time today. Dungeon’s end over on Central Avenue has called the Spirit Valley neighborhood home for the past 12 years. Offering a place to shop for board games, fantasy card games, puzzles and more. The owner…
Biden Aims At ‘Ghost Gun’ Violence With New Federal Rule
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday took fresh aim at ghost guns, the privately made firearms without serial numbers that are increasingly cropping up in violent crimes, as he struggles to break past gun-control opposition to address firearm deaths. Speaking at the White House, Biden highlighted the Justice Department’s work to finalize new regulations to crack down on ghost guns,…
Midday Update 4-11-22
News and weather for this Monday, April 11 from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
Minneapolis Schools Shift to Longer Days to Make Up for Teachers Strike
Starting Monday, 42 minutes will be added to the school day across the district. In addition, two weeks will be added to the school year.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – As students in Minneapolis prepare for longer instructional days, one high school is asking for an exception. Starting Monday, 42 minutes will be added to the school day across the district. In addition, two weeks will be added to the school year. The plan is part of a return to work agreement reached by Minneapolis Public Schools and representatives for…
Evers Vetoes More Than 40 Republican-Backed Bills
(Steve Apps/Wisconsin State Journal via AP, File) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has vetoed more than 40 Republican authored bills, while he signed a bipartisan measure that provides funding for the construction of a new juvenile prison in Milwaukee. The vetoes spanned a wide expanse of bills passed in this election year, measures that Republicans knew were…
Minnesota Plans To Pay Athletes For Academic Success
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The University of Minnesota plans to start paying its athletes for doing well in the classroom. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced the move Friday. The NCAA currently allows schools to give academic bonuses of up to $5,980 annually to athletes as per a federal judge’s mandate two years ago. The…
Minneapolis Mural Of Pop Icon Prince To Be Finished In June
(AP Photo/Chris O’Meara, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A downtown Minneapolis mural honoring pop superstar Prince will be unveiled in June. Officials with the Crown Our Prince project say the painting is scheduled to begin on May 16 on a parking ramp near near First Avenue and 8th Street. The artwork will be carried out by 33-year-old Hiero Veiga, a Black…
Pj’s Rescue Sets up Pet and Sip at Tap on Tower
Pj's is a foster-based rescue, which means they don't have an official shelter where people can come see these dogs.
SUPERIOR, Wis. — If you enjoy getting a drink on a Sunday, picture doing it with puppies. Pj’s rescue set up an event called Pet and Sip, to try to connect their animals with “fur-ever” homes. Pj’s is a foster-based rescue, which means they don’t have an official shelter where people can come see these dogs. Holding an event at…
Troop 25 Boy Scouts Giving Back In Conservation Service Project
DULUTH, Minn. — Sunday evening over in West Duluth, Scouts of Troop 25 got together to continue working on their conservation service projects. Last spring the scouts visited the Sax-Zim Bog, and this spring, they’re building ways to give back and help preserve it. They’re building bird houses for the blue bird and kestrel population to provide a place for…
Superior High School Student’s Senior Project Raising Money for Firefighters
Paige Hansen, an aspiring photographer, decided for the community service part of her senior project, to visit her local fire department, and find a way to repay them for what they do every day.
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A Superior High School senior took her senior project to new heights, highlighting the Superior Fire Department in a calendar that has raised money going towards the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Paige Hansen, an aspiring photographer, decided for the community service part of her senior project, to visit her local fire department, and find a way to…
Spring is in the Air at Gooseberry Falls
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The water is flowing at Gooseberry and people were out and about taking in the warmth of spring while enjoying the sights and sounds of the crashing waterfalls. Fox 21’s Mason Kroll takes us there. Categories: News, News – Latest News
Shrine Circus Wraps Up 100th Year
DULUTH, Minn. – The AAD Shrine Circus wrapped up Sunday, bringing its 100th year anniversary to a close. Sunday was the circus’s third and final show at Amsoil Arena, bringing in a large crowd to witness the spectacles of jugglers, aerial acts, clowns, and more. The audience enjoyed snow cones, cotton candy, popcorn, and light sticks to wave in the…
Minnesota Twins Offering Tickets as Low as $4 if Bought Before Midnight Tuesday
MINNESOTA- As baseball season begins, the Minnesota Twins are offering fans extremely low prices on regular-season home games, for a limited time. Through midnight Tuesday, April 21, and while supplies last, Upper-Level tickets will be available for $4, and Lower-Level tickets for $25 for all Monday through Thursday regular-season home games, according to the Twins’ Website. The offer can’t be…
Annual Gear Up For Grandma’s Preparing Marathon Runners, Helping Overseas
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — With just two months till the biggest race in Duluth, Grandma’s Marathon held ‘Gear Up For Grandmas’ here in Hermantown Saturday morning, to not only prepare, but educate racers on how to get ready, but they also found another way to give back. Anticipation was even higher Saturday as this year may be the most normal Grandma’s…
Annual Arena Rummage Sale Kicks Off at Duluth Heritage Sports Center
DULUTH, Minn. — As the weather gets closer to spring, some were getting their spring cleaning started, selling their old trinkets, at the annual Arena Rummage Sale. The owner of the annual Arena Rummage Sale at the Duluth Heritage Sports Center says in the first 3 hours of the event over a thousand people came through to try to find…
MESC Hillfest Tackles Slopes at Giants Ridge
BIWABIK, Minn.- While we enjoyed the taste of Spring here in the Twin Ports, over at Giants Ridge in Biwabik more than 200 snowmobilers tore up the snow in hillcross, hillclimb and hilldrag for the Midwest Extreme Snowmobile Challenge’s (MESC) Hillfest. FOX 21 Photojournalist Owen Zagrabelny takes us there. Categories: Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: giants ridge,…
UWS Filled to Brim for Return of Gitchee Gumee Brewfest
After Two Years Away, the Gitchee Gumme Brewfest Returns to Superior for Their 23rd Annual Brewfest
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Wessman Arena at UWS in Superior was filled to the brim with people looking to enjoy a good brew for a good cause. The 23rd annual Gitchee Gumme Brewfest was back in Superior for the first time in two years. The event featured 40 vendors and over 200 different beers to sample. All proceeds support the work of…
UMD Hosts Student Craft Sale
UMD Students Got a Chance to Showcase and Sell Their Artwork
DULUTH, Minn.- A craft show and sale at UMD featured artwork and crafts made entirely by students. There were 30 student vendors in total, selling anything from ceramics to stickers. One of the organizers, Karley Graves, who is a student herself, said it’s a good opportunity for UMD students to showcase their work. “We really wanted to host an event…
Steelers QB Dwayne Haskins Killed in Auto Accident
AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) – Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins has been killed in an auto accident near Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Authorities say Haskins was hit by a dump truck while walking on a highway. The Steelers and Washington Commanders, his former team, released statements extending their condolences. The 24-year-old Haskins was a first-round draft…
Minnesota Plans to Pay Athletes for Academic Success
(University of Minnesota) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The University of Minnesota plans to start paying its athletes for doing well in the classroom. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced the move Friday. The NCAA currently allows schools to give academic bonuses of up to $5,980 annually to athletes as per a federal judge’s mandate two…
Heritage Center Loading Up with Knick-Knacks, Antiques for Saturday Rummage Sale
85 booths were being set up Friday in preparation for the six-hour rummage sale.
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Heritage Sports Center loaded up Friday with all types of knick-knacks and special home goods for their sixth annual rummage sale Saturday morning. 85 booths were being set up Friday in preparation for the six-hour rummage sale. That’s down from the usual one hundred twenty spaces to make room for COVID safety precautions. Staff says they…
Skiers Soak Up Snow, Sun at Lutsen Mountains as Spring Approaches
LUTSEN, Minn.- With the recent precipitation walloping the North Shore, skiers were still soaking up the snow for a few days more up at Lutsen Mountains. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us there. Categories: Business, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News
UMD Engineering Students Raising Money to Return to Kenya with Water Distribution System
After a trip to Kenya in 2020 to assess water needs, UMD's Engineers without Borders is raising $30,000 to travel back and drill a well in that village.
DULUTH, Minn.-UMD students in the engineers without borders group are on a mission to help provide clean water in Kenya, and on Friday they were looking for help from the community at hoops brewing in Canal Park. In 2020, a few students visited Nyansakia in Kenya, a village of about 2,000 people, to assess the village’s water needs. They found…
Baby Slow Lorises Receive Names at the Lake Superior Zoo
DULUTH, MN – The recently born twin baby pygmy slow lorises at the Lake Superior Zoo were officially named today. After voting opened a couple of weeks ago on social media, the community decided on the names Gnocchi and Pesto. The Italian nature of these names comes from their father whose name is Giorgio. “Here at the zoo, we love…
New Taqueria Opening Soon in Canal Park
DULUTH, MN – Canal Park will soon be home to a new taqueria. Chachos, located on Canal Park Drive, will feature fast, in and out tacos along with a few other Mexican favorites. Co-owners Alex and Aaron are excited to get their feet wet in the restaurant industry and become part of the local business community in serving those who…
Food Truck Season Upon Us
K&B Grilled Cheese includes fresh ingredients and homemade bread.
DULUTH, Minn.– Around this time of year, food trucks start making their rounds to different locations and giving the public some variety. We spoke with one business today who specializes in gourmet grilled cheeses. K&B Grilled Cheese puts a new spin on the traditional sandwich, adding things like pesto and spinach artichoke dip. One customer, Amanda Hoffman says, “How they…
Get Downtown Week Approaching
The event is scheduled from Monday, April 25 through Saturday, April 30.
DULUTH, Minn.– Get Downtown week is nearing and some of the cities most popular restaurants, breweries and retailers are participating in this week long event. Typically called “Eat Downtown” Restaurant Week, the Duluth’s Greater Downtown Council wanted to include all kinds of businesses. This effort is to help drive more customers back to Duluth’s downtown waterfront and celebrate shopping locally….
Will Smith Gets 10-year Oscars Ban Over Chris Rock Slap
The academy in a statement called Smith’s actions “unacceptable and harmful.”
AP Photo/Chris Pizzello LOS ANGELES (AP) – The motion picture academy has banned Will Smith from attending the Oscars or any other academy event for 10 years following his slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards. The move comes after a meeting Friday of the academy’s board of governors to discuss a response to Smith’s actions. The academy in…
Coffee Conversation: AAD Shrine Circus Returns to Amsoil for 100th Year of Thrills, Smiles
DULUTH, Minn.- Pepper the Clown is one of many excited for the AAD Shrine Circus to return to Amsoil Arena this Saturday after missing the last couple of years due to COVID. The circus is the single largest-running event in Duluth history. Tickets are greatly discounted if patrons go to Super One Foods and get them for this weekend. There…
Active Adventures: Pickleball at Duluth Indoor Sports Center
In this weeks Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama tries his hand at pickleball. There is a regular group of players at the Duluth Indoor Sports Center on Rice Lake Rd. who play several times a week. They are very friendly and welcoming to all who are interested in picking up the game regardless of skill level. More information about pickleball…
Bent Paddle Brewing Unveils New Look For Year-Round Beers
DULUTH, Minn. – For the first time since their launch in 2013, Bent Paddle Brewing is changing the way its main year-round beers look with a brand refresh. New packaging began Thursday for their Venture Pils, Bent Hop IPA, 14° Amber, Black Ale, and Cold Press Black. Each features a beach along Lake Superior, with their geo-coordinates on the box, which…
Several Duluth Area Leaders Call for Climate Bill to Pass U.S. Senate
DULUTH, Minn. – Several of Duluth’s local and statehouse leaders are pushing for more action in Washington to combat climate change. Duluth Council Member Mike Mayou cites recent extreme weather events, from the flooding in 2012, to storms damaging the Lakewalk, to last year’s wildfires, as signs that action needs to be taken soon. “That’s when the climate crisis really hits…
Duluth Folk School Designs Ukrainian Eggs Known As Pysanky For Fundraiser
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School held a fundraiser Thursday making traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs called pysanky. With invasions in Ukraine, the Folk School is offering extra sessions of this class in hopes to raise money for Doctors Without Borders and the International Rescue Committee. People in the class created designs on eggs using a wax batik method. After…
Special Report: Road To, Beyond CODA for Duluth’s Daniel Durant
Hear from Durant's first teacher, childhood friends' parent, and leaders in Duluth's Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community.
DULUTH, Minn.- While the glitz and glam of the Oscars can seem like the ultimate achievement for a film, this year’s Best Picture CODA and the Duluth-native in its cast are accomplishing more by shedding light on the limitless potential of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. It seemed all of Duluth turned out to the DECC Monday to welcome Daniel…
Trains Getting Back on Track
Trains start rolling again Saturday, April 23.
DULUTH, Minn.– It’s almost that time of year again for the trains to hit the tracks and the North Shore Scenic Railroad. The trains have been worked on and the crew at The Depot are ready to get back to putting smiles on the faces of families especially after a tough two years dealing with the pandemic. By the looks…
Gitchee Gumee Brewfest Returns
The Brewfest is Saturday, April 9 at 3 p.m.
Superior, Wisc.– The Gitchee Gumee Brewfest returns this weekend at Superior’s Wessman Arena. In years past the festival has been a local favorite and a great way to give back to the community. The Brewfest is one of the largest fundraisers for the Superior Junior Chamber, or Jaycees. After being cancelled the last two years because of Covid, they hope…
DECC Begins Tradition of Autographs
The signatures include Charlie Berens, Zach Williams and the band Rain.
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is starting a new tradition to remember the stars and entertainers who pass through year after year. There are only three signatures on the wall so far. They are located back stage of the DECC’s Symphony Hall, right next to the dressing rooms. Executive Director Dan Hartman tells us he came up with…
