SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior decided to cancel its fireworks show and Fourth of July festivities Monday night due to the rain. The company that puts it together needs several hours of dry weather to get it set up and ready to go. Because of the risk of thunderstorms and the cancellation of fireworks, Superior decided not to hold music and…
DULUTH, Minn. – With the gloomy weather, one local liquor store was busy Monday morning with people coming in to stock up to celebrate indoors. Lake Aire Bottle Shoppe on London Road has been busy restocking their shelves all weekend as it is one of their busiest times of the year. Management says people started to pour in around 11…
Duluth, Minn.–First responders and service members can pick up a free pair of socks on this Independence Day from one local business that wants to honor them. Any police, fire, active duty military member, or veteran can pick them up at Duluth Pack today, as long as they bring their I.D. The company says since it’s products are made in…
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. (AP) — A 22-year-old man identified as a person of interest in a shooting during an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago that killed at least six people, wounded at least 30 and sent hundreds of people fleeing was taken into custody Monday evening following an hours-long manhunt, police said. Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen said…
Duluth, MINN.–A jet ski exploded on an Iron Range lake over the weekend right after the driver filled it up with gas. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says it and other agencies were called out to the explosion on Saturday, July 2, at 4:30 p.m. on Lake Little 14, which is about 20 miles Northwest of Virginia. The driver,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The popular Fourth Fest in Duluth was cancelled by organizers on Monday due to the rainy weather. The DECC says that this not only includes the fireworks show, but also the live music performances and vendors at Bayfront Festival Park. The new tentative date for the festivities is set for this Friday, July 8th. The DECC will…
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. (AP) — At least five people are dead and 19 were taken to hospitals after a shooting at a July Fourth parade in a Chicago suburb, and officers are searching for a suspect, police said Monday. The Chicago Sun-Times reported that the parade began around 10 a.m. but it was suddenly halted 10 minutes later after shots…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Mayor Jim Paine said Monday morning that the city’s 4th of July fireworks show and concert are being postponed to a later date because of bad weather. Paine said a future date will be announced to set off the light show and hear some tunes. “Well folks, that’s it for the fireworks. The weather will make…
DULUTH, Minn. – You can catch a new food truck that’s parking right outside the DECC by the Vista Fleet this summer. The Northland Larder food truck is a creation from Brian the Butcher and Chef Hanz. The pair started off with home deliveries and mail orders of Yker Acres’ pork and beef boxes during the pandemic, then grew the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Hairball made it’s triumphant return to Bayfront Festival Park Sunday, presenting the holiday weekend with it’s rocking spirit. It was raining when the gates first opened, but that didn’t stop people from pouring in to enjoy the opening acts along with food and drinks. “I’m here for the music, I grew up with rock music all throughout…
UPDATE (July 3, 10 a.m.) – Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken has provided an update on Saturday night’s fatal shooting. In a Facebook post, Tusken says the person who died was a 17-years-old male, less than 3 months from their 18th birthday. “Our heart aches and we extend our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends who must bear…
DULUTH, Minn. – With the Fourth of July right around the corner, fireworks are taking flight. But before you light that match, you better know the rules. In Minnesota, firecrackers are illegal. Residents can, however, use non-explosives like sparklers and ground snakes. “Minnesota has one of the most restrictive fireworks laws and Wisconsin is not so strict,” says Sergeant Kelly Greenwalt…
DULUTH, Minn. – The worlds largest Dino event, Jurassic Quest has made it’s way to the DECC featuring life sized dinosaurs, rides, and fossil exhibits. FOX 21’s Mason Kroll gives us a look. Categories: News, News – Latest News
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Volkswagen of Duluth celebrated 10 years of business on Saturday with a goat yoga class. The non-traditional exercise format took place at their dealership in Hermantown and combines mini goats and yoga. Goat Yoga originally started in Oregon in 2017 and was picked up in Duluth just a couple years ago. Since then, they have been partnering…
CLOQUET, Minn.– The Fond Du Lac Tribal Community College held a graduation ceremony for their Law Enforcement program on Friday. 15 students got their Law Enforcement Professional Skills Training Diploma. Instructors and alumni, like Ian Johnson of the Duluth Police Department, spoke at the ceremony to celebrate the students achievements. Representatives from the local law enforcement were also in attendance….
TWIN PORTS – Anyone who uses the Blatnik Bridge to get across the Twin Ports can now help transportation officials plan its replacement. The public comment period is open for people to view the possible locations of the bridge, and whether it should shift slightly west or east of its current position. People can also see different designs for how the…
KINNEY, Minn. – One person is recovering from injuries after a jet ski exploded Saturday afternoon. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office got word of the accident around 12:47 p.m. July 2, 2022 on Lake Little 14. That is approximately 15 miles north of Kinney. An investigation determined a 42-year-old Virginia man had just refueled the jet ski and was about…
DULUTH, Minn.– The DECC ‘roared’ Friday with Jurassic Quest, the worlds largest dino event. Featuring life sized dinosaurs, rides, and fossil exhibits, this event was anything but extinct. A unique exhibit of dino trainers, baby dino’s, and even watching a live raptor show. People were able to get the full interactive adventure of living in the prehistoric ages. The show…
DULUTH, Minn.– Country Jam is finally here at Bayfront, and the crown is electric. Seeing the largest turnout in the history of Bayfront Country Jam, the park is buzzing with excitement. After a hard few months of preparations to get the event ready, the vibe couldn’t have been better. “It’s actually really exciting. We really started planning this about in…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the increased number of foot and motor vehicle traffic on the road this holiday season, MN State Patrol Officers are urging people to be smart before getting behind the wheel. The State Patrol is asking people to follow basic car safety like wearing a seat belt, driving the speed limit, removing distractions while behind the wheel, and…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Fourth of July holiday has many traditions, depending on who you ask. For some, that means firing up the grill. London Road Rental is ready for this with a full inventory and wide variety of grills available for people to use this weekend. They also have the accessories, flavoring, and knowledge to help the notice and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Hairball, one of the most popular cover bands in America, is taking the stage at Bayfront Festival Park this Sunday as part of the 4th of July festivities in Duluth. It’s an annual rock-and-roll tradition for the band to perform to thousands of fans at Bayfront who jam out to all the greatest hits, like Def Leppard,…
NORTHLAND. — After nearly two months of historic flooding, the water levels are declining on Kabetogama and Rainy Lakes’s. Although, residents are not out of the wake just yet. Our Northern neighbors have been battling the flood since May. Residents are working daily to keep their homes afloat and they’re also preparing for the months of clean-up efforts to…
UPDATE (July 1, 5 p.m) – The two motorcyclists killed in the accident in Rice Lake have been identified. They are 42-year-old Jacob Allan Laurion of Rice Lake, and 50-year-old Steven John Koslucher of Canosia Township. Duluth City Council President Arik Forsman sharing in a tweet that they were city employees. Investigators say there are no signs the driver of the…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden told Democratic governors Friday that he is “looking at all the alternatives” for protecting abortion access following the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade. One day after returning from international summits in Europe, Biden described the ruling as “tragic” and warned that Republicans could try to enact a nationwide ban on abortion if they retake control…
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) identified on Thursday, June 30 the first confirmed case of orthopoxvirus, presumed to be monkeypox, in a resident of Dane County. A news release says the patient is currently isolating and the risk remains low for the general public. As of June 30, there have been 396 confirmed monkeypox and orthopoxvirus cases in the United…
SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — A Florida judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit in which the parents of Gabby Petito claim that Brian Laundrie told his parents he had killed her before he returned home alone from their western trip. The decision Thursday by Sarasota County Circuit Judge Hunter Carroll means the lawsuit can proceed against Christopher and Robert Laundrie. Petito’s parents,…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Don’t flush gas or other flammable materials down the toilet. This is the message from the Metropolitan Council on Friday after sewer explosions forced evacuations at the University of Minnesota on Thursday. The Met Council says it is monitoring conditions across the sanitary sewer system and at the Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Plant on Friday after the explosion on campus….
Fourth of July weekend is here! Here is Friday’s Lunchtime Update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update
MINNESOTA — A lot of people like to have some drinks during the fourth, but extra patrols will be out making sure the waters stay safe. The Minnesota DNR is warning those who plan on driving their boats to stay sober. The DNR says if you are caught drinking while boating, there will be no second chances, and heavy penalties…
DULUTH, Minn.– Bayfront has brought us countless events already this summer, but they aren’t done yet. A whirlwind of events are happening this coming 4th of July weekend. The preparations are in motion, and the DECC is ready to kick off their family fun events, and some just for the adults. “We’re gonna have something for children. We have Jurassic…
DULUTH, Minn.– It took seven years and more than a million dollars, but today the city of Duluth cut the ribbon on the new and improved Wheeler Athletic Complex. The West Duluth Sports Corridor has been upgraded with new equipment. The goal is to be able to host large tournaments and sports competitions. With the help from grants and donations…
DULUTH, Minn. – Bayfront Park is gearing up for a busy Fourth of July weekend. Activities gets underway Friday evening with the 4th annual Bayfront Country Jam. Crews have been busy this week getting tents, barriers, and refreshment stands set up. Put on by Twin Ports Entertainment, they say this is their biggest Country Jam yet with Jake Owen headlining. Also…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force has a new four-legged member. K9 Maverick is a one-year-old Black Lab from South Dakota. He just completed six weeks of training with his handler, Investigator Taylor Stusman, in the Twin Cities. Thanks to a federal grant, he is the first K9 whose only duty with the department will…
SPOONER, Wis. – A Spooner tradition since 1954 is getting ready for its 68th year. The Spooner Rodeo will see competitors doing their best bull riding, cattle roping, barrel racing, and other events July 7th, 8th, and 9th. Also scheduled to perform are Charro and Rope Artist Tomas Garcilazo and Rodeo Clown Trent McFarland. This year’s royalty are Rodeo Queen Baylee…
SUPERIOR, WI. — The Palace Bar in Superior has officially closed their doors after months of violence and a shooting. The Superior Police Chief called on the city to revoke its liquor license after more than 150 calls for police services were made since January of last year. Officers have been called out to the bar for large fights, weapons…
TWIN PORTS. — With the Fourth of July just days away, people are on the hunt for fireworks across the Northland. Local firework shops are red, white, and booming for the holiday weekend. For the last seven years, KG fireworks has been superior hotspot. They sell a variety of fireworks and they also put-on firework shows choreographed to music. “So…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A new Minnesota law taking effect Friday allows people 21 and older to buy edibles and beverages that contain a limited amount of THC, the ingredient in marijuana that creates a high. Edibles, like gummies, and beverages can contain up to 5 milligrams of THC per serving and 50 milligrams per package under the law….
Photo taken from the Mesabi Family YMCA Facebook page. VIRGINIA, Minn. — An important part of the Iron Range community says it will be closing this summer. The Board of Directors of the Mesabi Family YMCA announced that they will be dissolving their operations. A statement on their Facebook page said it was not an easy decision, but the cost…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Federal prosecutors asked a judge Wednesday to sentence one of the four former Minneapolis police officers convicted of civil rights violations in George Floyd’s killing to as many as 6 1/2 years in prison but to impose significantly stiffer yet unspecified sentences on two others. They urged U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson to follow the nonbinding federal sentencing guidelines…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in to the Supreme Court on Thursday, shattering a glass ceiling as the first Black woman on the nation’s highest court. The 51-year-old Jackson is the court’s 116th justice, and she took the place of the justice she once worked for. Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement was effective at noon. Moments later, joined by her family, Jackson recited the two oaths…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the Biden administration properly ended a Trump-era policy forcing some U.S. asylum-seekers to wait in Mexico. The justices’ 5-4 decision for the administration came in a case about the “Remain in Mexico” policy under President Donald Trump. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the decision and was joined by fellow conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh as…
Here is Thursday’s Lunchtime update from Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a blow to the fight against climate change, the Supreme Court on Thursday limited how the nation’s main anti-air pollution law can be used to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants. By a 6-3 vote, with conservatives in the majority, the court said that the Clean Air Act does not give the Environmental Protection Agency broad authority…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Thursday that he would support an exception to the Senate filibuster to protect access to abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. “If the filibuster gets in the way, it’s like voting rights,” Biden said during a press conference in Madrid, where he was attending a NATO summit. The Democratic president said there should…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– Skyline Social and Games in Hermantown is kicking off their 2022 summer Duckpin Leagues. The game of Duckpin is like bowling, but with a tiny twist. The lanes are shorter, pins are smaller and on strings, plus the ball can fit into the palm of your hand. Skyline is the only known duckpin bowling in northern Minnesota, and…
SANDSTONE, Minn.– The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone is launching a campaign to build an upgraded food and wellness center for their big rescue cats. The Wildcat sanctuary is home to 130 recuse lions, leopards, tigers and more. In order to supply the basic daily needs of these animals, they are fundraising to remodel their current health and wellness center. The…
DULUTH, Minn.– Community Action Duluth’s Mobile Market popped up in Lincoln Park on Wednesday. The mobile market started as a response to COVID while people were facing food insecurity and reduced transportation. Because these barriers still exist in the area, the mobile market continues to take place in various neighborhoods around town. The market includes fresh produce, cereals, and canned…
DULUTH, Minn.– Early Wednesday morning, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture did their second round of Gypsy Moth treatments in the Duluth and Cloquet area. The MDA states that Gypsy Moths is an invasive species that is known to be one of the most destructive tree pests. Feeding on trees causing light leaf damage in the early stages, to branches being…
DULUTH, Minn. — A wave of flight cancellations and delays have surged across the nation due to staffing shortages. So what does this mean for the Duluth Airport? They report having fewer flight disruptions compared to other regions, but like a lot of airlines, Delta and United are struggling to hire staff and pilots. Three flights have been canceled…
