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$19 Million in Federal Infrastructure Funding Awarded to Port of Duluth-Superior

It's one of the first grants to go out for ports as part of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs act enacted in November.

February 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Millions of federal dollars are now going toward shoring up and improving the infrastructure of the Port of Duluth-Superior. It’s one of the first grants to go out for ports as part of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs act enacted in November. The act awards $19 million the Senator says to ensure the biggest port on all…

Business at Local Flower Shops Blooming Ahead of Valentine’s Day

The owner of the Rose Man on Central Entrance says in a typical Valentine's Day week she can sell upward of 12,000 flowers.

February 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- With Valentine’s Day less than a week away local flower shops are seeing more business. The owner of the Rose Man on Central Entrance says in a typical Valentine’s Day week she can sell upward of 12,000 flowers. But this year, she says due to the supply chain shortage her wholesalers are sending her fewer flowers per box….

Warm Winter Day Makes Ely Winter Festival Snow Sculptures Shine

The almost month-long event includes an art walk, ice fishing tournament, and broomball competition.

February 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

ELY, Minn.- A fan-favorite Northern Minnesota festival is back showing off all the things you can do in, and with, the snow. The big snow sculptures are back in town marking the return of the Ely Winter Festival. The almost month-long event includes an art walk ice fishing tournament and broomball competition. But with the warmer sunny day Tuesday even…

Warm Day Fills Tommy’s Express Car Wash with More than Thousand Vehicles

They say even though they use water heated up to 120 degrees and 18 blowers to dry the car people still feel better coming in on days where the water is less likely to freeze on their vehicles.

February 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- That warmer air and melting snow had people anxious to wash off months of winter. On warmer days like Tuesday the folks at Tommy’s Express Car Wash on Central Entrance can get more than 1,000 cars coming through a day with more than 100 an hour. They say even though they use water heated up to 120 degrees…

City of Duluth Looking to Fill 25 Openings on Boards, Commissions

February 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth is looking for a couple dozen people to fill open positions on city-run boards, commissions, and authorities. There are currently 25 openings, some of them carried over from the year before, but a majority are due to staffing changes after the New Year. Vacancies include one on the Indigenous Commission, one on the Parks…

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland Announce Youth of the Year Competition Winner

February 8, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Boys and Girls clubs of the Northland announced the winner of the Youth of the Year Contest today. The long running event promotes things such as service to the club, academic success, and life goals. Club members who are between the ages of 14 and 18 are allowed to compete for the title ‘Youth of the…

U Of M Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate For Athletic Events

February 8, 2022

Dan Hanger,

(University of Minnesota) DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota has announced it will end its vaccine mandate Wednesday for large campus and athletic events. This includes UMD men’s and women’s hockey and basketball games. The policy had been in place since Jan. 26, but in a letter from U of M President Joan Gabel Tuesday, she credits a decrease…

FDLTCC Holds Annual Nursing & Healthcare Expo

February 8, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

CLOQUET, Minn. – It was a busy Tuesday at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College. It was a campus visit day for prospective students, and the college’s annual Nursing and Healthcare Expo. Everyone who attended, from current and future students to members of the public, got their chance to learn more about what opportunities are available in health care. The…

Thunder Food Pantry Opens at FDLTCC

February 8, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College students have an expanded food pantry to help them achieve food security. Thunder Food Pantry opened last week, increasing what had originally been in on-campus housing prior to the pandemic. Organizers say all Minnesota State campuses are working to have this type of pantry available. It also means working with Second…

Light Art Projections in Lincoln Park This Weekend

February 8, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lincoln Park Business District will have a new public art display starting February 10. Four drawings from three artists will be projected by light onto the sides of the Duluth Children’s Museum and Aerostich buildings. “Light displays are a way to have the awestruck moment of a mural that is not permanent,” says Noah Hobbs, member…

Mayor Emily Larson To Provide Emergency Declaration Update Tomorrow

February 8, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Emily Larson says she will provide an update tomorrow on the local state of emergency and face-covering requirement that went into effect on January 14. “I will be providing an update tomorrow at noon virtually regarding the emergency declaration that is in effect until February 12, 2022,” Mayor Emily Larson said. “I have been talking to…

Wisconsin GOP Looks to Block Abortions if Heartbeat Detected

February 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Republicans have introduced a bill that would prohibit abortions if a fetal heartbeat is detected. The bill is modeled after a Texas law that passed last year. The legislation would prohibit anyone from performing or attempting to perform an abortion if a fetal heartbeat is present unless the pregnant woman’s life is in danger or…

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Kenwood

February 8, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in Kenwood. The break was reported Tuesday afternoon and is located at the Mt. Royal Shopping Circle. City officials say water has been turned off on Vahalla Drive and Berwick Court. It is not known at this time how long it will take the…

Hyundai, Kia Recall: Owners of 485K Vehicles Told to Park Outside Due to Fire Risk

February 8, 2022

Site Staff,

DETROIT (Fox 9) – Hyundai and Kia are telling the owners of nearly 485,000 vehicles in the U.S. to park them outdoors because they can catch fire even when stopped. The recalls from the two Korean automakers are another in a long string of fire and engine failure problems that have dogged the companies for the past six years. This…

Emhoff Whisked Out of Event Following Reported Bomb Threat

February 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta) WASHINGTON (AP) — Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, was whisked out of an event Tuesday at a Washington high school by Secret Service agents following an apparent bomb threat. Emhoff was at Dunbar High School for an event in commemoration of Black History Month. He was in the school’s museum for about…

Minnesota Lawmakers Seek No-knock Ban After Amir Locke Death

February 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota lawmakers say they will push to significantly limit the use of no-knock warrants after a Minneapolis SWAT team entered a downtown apartment while serving a search warrant last week and killed Amir Locke, a 22-year-old Black man. The bill would narrow the use of no-knock warrants to only a handful of situations such as…

31M Americans To Bet on Super Bowl, Gambling Group Estimates

February 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) – The gambling industry’s national trade group estimates a record 31.5 million Americans plan to bet on this year’s Super Bowl. The American Gaming Association has released its annual predictions for wagering on pro football’s championship game, forecasting that over $7.6 billion will be bet. Bettors range from casual wagers with friends or relatives, entries into…

Midday Update 2-8-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 8, 2022

February 8, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Two Arrested in Duluth Drug Bust

February 8, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two men were arrested last week after authorities found weapons and 57 grams of methamphetamine during a search warrant at a residence in Lincoln Park. According to a Tuesday news release, the Duluth Police Department, Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant just before 3:00 p.m….

Amir Locke’s Cousin Arrested in Probe That Led to Fatal Raid

February 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Authorities arrested Amir Locke’s 17-year-old cousin in connection with the homicide investigation that led police to the Minneapolis apartment where a SWAT team officer fatally shot Locke while conducting a search warrant. The St. Paul Police Department said Tuesday on Twitter that the teen was arrested Monday afternoon in the southeastern Minnesota city of Winona. He was…

Morning Update 2-8-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 8, 2022

February 8, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Chester Park

February 8, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Chester Park neighborhood. The break was reported Tuesday morning and is located at the Mt. Royal Shopping Circle. City officials say water has been turned off and is affecting residents at Mt. Royal Pines III. It is not known at this time…

Duluth Opens City’s First-Ever Permanent Warming Center in Lincoln Park

The facility in the basement of the Lincoln Park Community Center on West 3rd Street includes 3 showers and handicap-accessible restrooms

February 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth opened its first-ever permanent warming center Monday, located in Lincoln Park. While acknowledging the major step forward in bringing more people across the city inside from the cold, advocates said this new facility barely scratches the surface of housing the 600+ people without a permanent place to live in Duluth right now. “It is good to have…

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Hibbing PD Chooses Winning Name For New K-9

February 7, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

HIBBING, Minn. — The Hibbing Police Department has a name for its new K-9 who will work in electronic detection. Meet Dottie, the chosen name for this beautiful 2-year-old black lab who is completing K-9 training in Indiana. The winning name was picked out of more than 400 ideas sent in by the community. The police department says the meaning…

New Lincoln Park Coffee, Tea Shop Attracting Roasters from Across the U.S.

190 Coffee and Tea is Located at 1831 West Michigan Street in Duluth

February 7, 2022

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – They’re beverages enjoyed all year long in the Northland, however, a hot cup of tea or coffee on a bitter winter day can be satisfying beyond words. “This is exactly what I signed up for is negative ten-degree weather, that is what I wanted,” said Corey Roysdon, general manager at 190 Coffee and Tea. You could say…

‘Unity Fund’ Launches In Twin Ports To Strengthen African Heritage Communities

February 7, 2022

Dan Hanger,

To celebrate Black History Month, the Unity Fund has launched in the Twin Ports to help strengthen African Heritage communities through current and future projects. The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation and the Ordean Foundation are supporting the fund by each matching up to $50,000 in donations. Organizers say it’s critical to acknowledge racism and our nation’s dark history with…

Outdoor Enthusiasts Flock To Gooseberry Falls

February 7, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

GOOSEBERRY FALLS, Minn. — While it’s only Monday, people are flocking to Gooseberry Falls to take in all of its winter beauty. We caught some people strapping on their cross-country skis, snowshoes, and more. The fresh snow was also a big draw for two friends who were picking up their state park passes and then going for a walk in…

Majority of Jobs Lost During Pandemic Recovered, Twin Ports Employers Still Short on Labor, Officials Say

So employers have been trying to make themselves more appealing. For example, wages have gone up 10% on average.

February 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Twin Ports job market is headed in the right direction. That’s according to Duluth Workforce Development officials, who say 76% of the jobs lost since the pandemic began have been recovered. But according to the Director of Workforce Development, Elena Foshay, every industry is still experiencing labor shortages with about 2 jobs per seeker for each field….

Burn Awareness Week

February 7, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Monday is the start of Burn Awareness week and this year the focus is on cooking safety in the kitchen. The Duluth Fire Department says when you’re cooking, minimize distractions and always check to make sure your oven, stove, or anything else is turned off when you’re done. If you experience a grease fire, never use water…

CherryRoad Media Launches ‘Lake County Press’

February 7, 2022

Mason Kroll,

LAKE COUNTY, Minn. – Lake County has gotten its journalism voice back with a new weekly paper distributed on Saturdays. This comes after the Lake County News Chronicle shut down in the spring of 2020. CherryRoad Media is behind what’s now called ‘Lake County Press.’ They say they launched the new media outlet after members of the community approached the…

Duluth Public Schools and Marnita’s Table share Community Feedback on School Resource Officers and Safety in Schools

February 7, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Last May, the Duluth School district hired Marnita’s Table to conduct a participatory action research survey to better understand how the community feels about police officers in schools. On Monday, the results of the survey were presented at Fitger’s Spirit of the North Theatre in front of a public audience. Over 500 people responded to the survey…

Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines To Merge

February 7, 2022

Site Staff,

DENVER, Colo. – Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines announced a merger on Monday in a $2.9 billion cash-and-stock deal that would create the fifth-largest airline in the United States, making Spirit Airlines’ stock soar on Wall Street. Frontier Group Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Frontier, is buying Spirit in a deal valued at $6.6 billion when accounting for the…

Two Arrested in Connection to Shooting Incident in Superior

February 7, 2022

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two people have been arrested in connection to a shooting incident that took place in Superior over the weekend. According to the Superior Police Department, on Friday officers responded to the 700 block of Bridge Avenue after receiving multiple calls of a male shooting a gun out of a second-story apartment window. One caller told dispatch that…

2nd Guilty Plea Planned in Alleged Plot To Kidnap Whitmer

February 7, 2022

The Associated Press,

DETROIT (AP) – Records show another man charged in an alleged plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has agreed to plead guilty. That would leave four to face trial in March and give prosecutors a second insider who could be a key witness. Kaleb Franks in a document filed Monday said he would join Ty Garbin as the second…

Midday Update 2-7-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, February 7, 2022

February 7, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, February 7, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Wisconsin Couple Claims $316 Million Powerball Prize

February 7, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A couple from northeastern Wisconsin have claimed $316 million won in a Powerball drawing last month. The Wisconsin Lottery said Monday that Tammy and Cliff Webster split a $632.6 million jackpot from the Jan. 5 drawing with a winner who bought a ticket in California. The jackpot was the seventh-largest in Powerball’s history….

Trial of 3 Cops in Floyd Killing To Resume After COVID Pause

February 7, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The federal trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s rights is expected to resume after it was paused because one of the defendants tested positive for COVID-19. The court never said which defendant had the coronavirus, but J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao were in court the day the trial…

Morning Update 2-7-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, February 7, 2022

February 7, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, February 7, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Amir Locke Protesters Seek Acting Police Chief’s Resignation

February 7, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS – A caravan of vehicles drove through Minneapolis demanding justice in the death of Amir Locke, the 22-year old Black man who was fatally shot by Minneapolis police as officers served a no-knock search warrant. Sunday’s caravan of about 50 vehicles was organized by the Racial Justice Network and other police accountability groups. Some in the…

Chester Bowl Celebrates 54th Alpine Races with 93 Competitors, $30K Donation

Orthopedic Associates in Duluth donated a check of $30,000 for the Chester Bowl Improvement Club to use on programs and outdoor and indoor infrastructure.

February 6, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- While Olympic skiers took to the slopes in Beijing Sunday, some younger athletes tackled the slopes at Chester Bowl in Duluth, for the 54th Annual Kiwanis Alpine Ski Races. “To see the energy of all the kids out here ready go fast on their skis and snowboards so much fun,” said Dave Schaeffer, Chester Bowl Director. The 93…

Charges Still Pending In Duluth’s First Homicide Of 2022

February 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Ryan Roessler DULUTH, Minn. – Charges are still pending in Duluth’s first homicide of the year that happened almost one month ago. St. Louis County Attorney Kim Maki told FOX 21 her office is still waiting on the medical examiner’s report involving 42-year-old Ryan Roessler’s death. Maki said the investigation remains open and active. Roessler was killed after getting punched…

Duluth YMCA Bans Official, Stands with Girl Wearing ‘Black Lives Matter’ Swimsuit

An independent volunteer race official claimed the 12-year-old's suit went against USA Swimming's policy of no political language. The YMCA said that was inappropriate.

February 6, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Duluth YMCA has banned an independent volunteer official from all future swim meets after that person nearly disqualified a young girl for wearing a swimsuit sporting the words “Black Lives Matter” at an event at Superior High School Sunday. “I was like, why do I have to take my suit off if like my life matter, other…

Mayor’s Office, Reception Room Renovated, More Secure

February 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – FOX 21 got a first look inside the newly renovated Mayor’s Reception Room and Mayor’s Office at Duluth City Hall. For decades, the Reception Room was dark and very outdated from the 60s or 70s, according to Mayor Emily Larson. But now, it’s looking brighter with improved lighting and sound for press events, a fresh coat of…

Snowmobiling Blizzard Tour Raises More Than $1.5 Million To Support Those With ALS

February 6, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

PROCTOR, Minn. — The Black Woods Blizzard Tour just raised more than $1.5 million to support the needs of those diagnosed with ALS. The three-day snowmobiling ride ran from this past Thursday through Saturday. Riders go up to Lake Vermillion, then over to Two Harbors and Proctor. Participants must raise or donate the money, and they clearly have a lot…

Lundeen Productions, Women’s Expo Hold Hygiene Drive for Safe Haven

February 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — With the Women’s Expo coming up in 2 weeks, Lundeen Productions is bringing back their hygiene drive to help support the Safe Haven Shelter and Resource Center. Women, children and sometimes their pets, seek out the services of Safe Haven to escape the threat of at-home abuse or violence. 2020 was the last time Lundeen Productions held…

Animal Allies Drawing Attention to Shelter Through Tik Tok

Animal Allies partners with 'The Hockey Guys' for Tik Tok to promote donations and adoptions at the shelter.

February 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Animal Allies is using their social media platforms as well as new partnerships to encourage more donations for animals after the pandemic. Donations were one of the many areas impacted heavily by covid, and at the start of 2020, Nicole Facciotto, the Humane Education Manager and Communications Director at the shelter decided to start a Tik Tok…

“Structure Failure’ At Minntac; No Workers Injured

February 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn. – Minntac is reporting a “structural failure on the conveyor system.” The accident happened Saturday at its facility in Mountain Iron. Minntac officials said nobody was injured because “the area was cordoned off at the time of the incident. There was no danger to personnel at any time.” As for last report, the company said it did…

Former Duluth Native Set to Ski in Her First Olympic Games

Katie Vesterstein, a division one alpine skier for Utah, lived in Duluth until she was 10, when she decided to pursue ski racing further.

February 5, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Many skiers around here grow up on the trails of Spirit Mountain or Mont du Lac, but one former Duluth native is taking her alpine talents to the 2022 winter Olympic Games in Beijing. Besides John Shuster, another Olympian with a Duluth connection walked the grand stage in Beijing. Katie Vesterstein, a division one alpine skier for…

Duluth Boy Scouts Clear Hydrants of Snow to Help Firefighters have Clear Access

February 5, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some young Duluthians decided to get out and shovel Saturday around some fire hydrants. 8 Boy Scouts with Troop 25 and several troop leaders cleared 10 hydrants in just 3 hours around West Duluth as a service project. Duluth Firefighters say it’s important residents clear three feet of snow around entire hydrants and make sure a path is…

‘Cold Front’ Blows Flurry of Winter Family Fun through Bayfront Festival Park

February 5, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- Plenty of Northlanders took advantage of the snowy Saturday to get out and enjoy everything “winter” at Bayfront Festival Park’s Cold Front. FOX 21 Photojournalist Owen Zagrabelny takes us there. Categories: Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News Tags: Bayfront Festival Park, Cold Front

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It's one of the first grants to go out for ports as part of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs act enacted in November.

The owner of the Rose Man on Central Entrance says in a typical Valentine's Day week she can sell upward of 12,000 flowers.

The almost month-long event includes an art walk, ice fishing tournament, and broomball competition.

They say even though they use water heated up to 120 degrees and 18 blowers to dry the car people still feel better coming in on days where the water is less likely to freeze on their vehicles.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 8, 2022

The facility in the basement of the Lincoln Park Community Center on West 3rd Street includes 3 showers and handicap-accessible restrooms

190 Coffee and Tea is Located at 1831 West Michigan Street in Duluth

So employers have been trying to make themselves more appealing. For example, wages have gone up 10% on average.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, February 7, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, February 7, 2022

Orthopedic Associates in Duluth donated a check of $30,000 for the Chester Bowl Improvement Club to use on programs and outdoor and indoor infrastructure.

An independent volunteer race official claimed the 12-year-old's suit went against USA Swimming's policy of no political language. The YMCA said that was inappropriate.

Animal Allies partners with 'The Hockey Guys' for Tik Tok to promote donations and adoptions at the shelter.

Katie Vesterstein, a division one alpine skier for Utah, lived in Duluth until she was 10, when she decided to pursue ski racing further.

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