SOLWAY TOWNSHIP, Minn.-At about 8:45 p.m. Thursday deputies from the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a report of a structure fire on the 6000 block of Morris Thomas Road in Solway Township. Upon arrival, the residence was found to be fully engulfed. The fire was put out, but the residence was a complete loss. There were no…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, September 24, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in George Floyd’s death intends to appeal his conviction and sentence, saying the judge abused his discretion or erred during several key points in the case. Derek Chauvin said he intends to appeal on 14 grounds. Among them, he claims Judge Peter Cahill abused his discretion when he denied…
DULUTH, Minn. — The official cause of a fire at Spoon’s Bar & Grill in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood remains under investigation, but people came out Thursday evening to raise money for the owner so he can eventually reopen. That event was held at the Spirit Room in Superior. Spoon’s owner Solomon Witherspoon said damage is now estimated to be…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Edison Charter School held their annual block party on their front lawn Thursday afternoon. After missing out on last years party they had their largest attendance yet. With a dunk tank, bounce house, music, and food, this celebration highlighted a new academic year and showed off their core values of a bully-free zone and having…
DULUTH, Minn. — The haunt is back on the William A. Irvin, and final touches are going in as they’re set to open in a few weeks. “We have it all lined up just to scare the bejesus out of you,” Lucie Amundsen, Director of Communications for the DECC, said. Months of preparation goes into this event, and with this…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — As the temperatures get colder, landscapers and gardeners will be looking to prolong the life of their outside plants. Experts are trying to educate growers on how to keep their plants going before the first frost. They say some of the best ways are to bring the more delicate flowers inside during cold nights, wrapping cedar or…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday Duluth’s police and fire departments are among those in line to get a boost in funding for 2022. City leaders announced what they call the “Safer Duluth For All” budget plan on Thursday. The added funds are coming from the proposed increased tax levy and Duluth’s nearly 60 million in ‘American Rescue Plan’ dollars. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — Members of the Minnesota Senate Budget Committee spent the day touring areas of the Northland. They spent time checking out first-hand projects already being by bonding dollars or ones that are in need of funding. Whether it’s before or after a legislative session, the capital investment committee comes to different sites to review new projects or see…
DULUTH, Minn.- Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is opening a new location at Lake Superior College. The credit union is looking to help students at the main campus make sound financial decisions with an onsite banker and ATM. The new credit union is a convenient way for students and staff to cash checks, apply for loans, and make deposits or…
DULUTH, Minn.- The National Association of Women in Construction for the Southeast Minnesota chapter gathered in support Thursday to elect board members and discuss goals within the construction industry. Twenty-five Women from Minnesota Power, Northland Construction, and several other construction companies were in attendance. “It is super exciting for me because, in the Northland, there’s a lot of women that…
DULUTH, Minn.- Fall may have just started, but Bentleyville preparations are underway at Bayfront Festival Park as we approach the colder seasons. Trailers full of decorations, lights, and equipment are making their way to Bayfront Park and starting Saturday, volunteers will begin setting up for the famous holiday attraction. Bentleyville invites anyone ages 16 and older to help with the…
(The Moab Police Department via AP) (FOX NEWS) – On Thursday evening FBI Denver posted on Twitter, “On September 22, 2021, the U.S. District Court of Wyoming issued a federal arrest warrant for Brian Christopher Laundrie pursuant to a Federal Grand Jury indictment related to Mr. Laundrie’s activities following the death of Gabrielle Petito.” On September 22, 2021, the U.S….
(AP) – The U.S. vaccination drive against COVID-19 stands on the verge of a major new phase: Government advisers on Thursday recommended booster doses of Pfizer’s vaccine for millions of Americans. This, despite concern among some experts that the extra shots will do little to slow the pandemic. The advisory panel to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended…
COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A shooting at a Tennessee grocery store east of Memphis left one person dead and injured 12 others Thursday afternoon, and the shooter was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said. Collierville Police Chief Dale Lane said the shooting broke out at a Kroger store in that suburban community about 30 miles east…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – Four men have been formally charged following their arrests last week during a human trafficking operation in St. Louis County. According to the Minnesota BCA, the one-day operation in partnership with the Tribes United Against Sex Trafficking (TRUST) Task Force and the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, targeted people attempting to buy a minor for…
NEW YORK (AP) – Target will hire fewer seasonal workers this year and will instead offer more hours to current employees. The move, announced Thursday, is in response to its permanent workers wanting more hours, the company said. About 100,000 seasonal workers will be hired nationwide, the company said Thursday, about 30,000 less than last year. Many of those workers…
(courtesy: Twitter/Netflix) (CNN) – Get ready all you cool cats and kittens, Netflix has announced: “Tiger King 2” is coming to the streaming service. The first season of the series, “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness,” was told over seven episodes. The second season was filmed in 2020 and into part of 2021. It’s not known which colorful characters from…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin health officials say the latest surge of COVID-19 infections due to the highly contagious delta variant has not yet peaked in the state. The seven-day average of new cases as of Tuesday was 2,857, nearly double what it was two weeks ago and at a level not seen since early January before the vaccine was…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, September 23, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Assembly plans to vote next week on a Republican bill that would prohibit public schools from teaching students and training employees about concepts such as systemic racism and implicit bias. A Republican-controlled Assembly committee on Wednesday approved the bill on a party-line vote. It is slated to be taken up by the full Assembly…
DULUTH, Minn. – Can you say Yes, Cheese? The owners and creators of Duluth’s very own charcuterie board business can! In this week’s Cooking Connection, Ken meets with one of the co-founders to find out what the business is all about, and try their Bloody Mary Charcuterie Board. The creation is perfect for a weekend at home, or a gathering…
DULUTH, Minn. – The first-ever Concert for Recovery is set to take place Saturday, Sept. 25 along Harbor Drive behind the DECC. Gates will open at 3 p.m. for folks looking to get in and grab a good seat. Bands will be playing from 4 – 10 p.m. The event supports substance abuse treatment and mental health services. The music…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Essentia Health-West Duluth Clinic is now offering appointments Saturday appointments twice a month. Hospital officials say the clinic will be open for appointments on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. “At Essentia Health, we understand that illnesses and injuries don’t always happen during regular business hours and life…
DULUTH, Minn. – The new Duluth Costco is set to open on October 28, according to a Facebook post from the company. The brand new store is located at 4611 West Arrowhead Road. According to the Costco website, the shop opening day will start at 8:00 a.m. In the meantime, residents who would like to sign up for new memberships…
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (AP) – A 26-year-old Fond du Lac police officer has died of COVID-19 complications. Police department officials say the death of Officer Joseph Kurer on Wednesday came a day after his second child was born. Kurer joined the Fond du Lac Police Department in August 2018 and was a member of the Tactical Field Force Team,…
(AP) – The U.S. has moved a step closer to offering booster doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to seniors and others at high risk from the virus. The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday signed off on such shots as a way to shore up protection in those groups. This is not a done deal yet: The Centers for Disease…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, September 23, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Fully vaccinated people make up a minority of COVID-19 hospitalizations and an even lower number of people needing intensive care and ventilators, current data from two large hospital systems in the Upper Midwest shows. Minneapolis-based Allina Health reported 176 patients were hospitalized with COVID-19 this week and that 22% are vaccinated against the coronavirus. Sanford Health, based…
DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Louis County Historical Society hosted a free antique appraisal event at Duluth’s Depot Wednesday afternoon. From noon to 3 p.m., Northlanders could bring up to two antique or collectible items for an appraisal by Denny Mager of Northern Specialty. “It’s so great to be able to, you know, get back into the groove of doing some…
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth held a news conference today to talk about the hundreds of people who have moved to the area. The most recent census, which happens once every decade, revealed that 432 people had moved to the city. That’s a small number overall, but it has added to Duluth’s diversity. Residents of color now make…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — After two years of work, a new boat launch is complete on the Pokegama Bay in Superior. The Lake Superior Reserve held a ribbon cutting ceremony to present the new launch Wednesday where a grant from the Wisconsin Coastal Management program, along with contributions from the Reserve System and City of Superior made this $200,000 upgrade possible….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A vigil was held today by advocates to continue the work to bring awareness to Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, and to promote healing for those who have been affected. Rene Ann Goodrich started her advocacy in 2014 in the Twin Cities, and brought her movement up to the Twin Ports. Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Wednesday was the start of the annual Lake Superior Open at the brand new course in the superior municipal forest. “This course went in last year. Toward maybe the end of the fall of the prior year. It’s got a little of everything. It’s got long tees and short tees so it accommodates all skill levels,” Tournament…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth School District has seen an increase in Covid-19 cases within the district. A few days ago, there were four staff and eight students that had contracted the virus. The district says now they’re dealing with even more, but could not specifically say how many at this point. Students are encouraged to get tested before returning…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Department took part in Minnesota’s Torch Run for Special Olympics Wednesday morning to spread awareness and raise money for children and adults with disabilities. “An annual event where law enforcement officers from across the country join in with Special Olympic athletes to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Minnesota,” said Duluth Investigator Ryan Temple….
DULUTH, Minn. – District officials say Denfeld High School went into lockdown Wednesday afternoon after a physical altercation broke out among several students. The school remained in lockdown between 2:45 p.m. and 3:24 p.m. “Staff immediately responded and worked to de-escalate the situation and the police were called as a precautionary measure to assist with student safety during dismissal,” said…
(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden plans to meet with Democrats from the House and Senate as Congress works to bridge party divisions over his big $3.5 trillion “build back better” agenda. The afternoon meeting Wednesday comes ahead of crucial voting deadlines. The House is to vote soon on the first part of Biden’s plan – a…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, September 22, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather
PROCTOR, Minn. – In an e-mail to parents, Proctor High School has paused all football activities due to an ongoing investigation of student misconduct on the team. Athletic director Anthony Wood confirmed that the district has been made aware of a complaint and that the Proctor Police Department is currently investigating with the full cooperation of Proctor Public Schools. He…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – An Arizona man who allegedly told his father he “snapped and shot a couple of people” was charged Tuesday with murder, about a week after four bodies were found in an abandoned SUV in western Wisconsin. Antoine Suggs, 38, of Scottsdale, Arizona, faces four counts of second-degree intentional murder, without premeditation. Suggs is jailed in…
DULUTH, Minn. – The annual family-fun fall tradition of ‘Boo at the Zoo’ returns to the Lake Superior Zoo on Saturday, October 16, 23, and 30. Each day we will have 9, 2-hour time slots for guests to choose from. This year, there are no capacity limits at this time and the timeframe is your arrival time. 9 am –…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, September 22, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather
(Photo by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP, File) LOS ANGELES (AP) – Willie Garson, who played Stanford Blatch on TV’s “Sex and the City” and its movie sequels, has died at the age of 57. His son, Nathen Garson, announced his death on Tuesday but didn’t provide details. Garson portrayed Blatch, a talent agent and the best male friend to Sarah Jessica Parker’s…
MAKINEN, Minn. – Authorities say a Chisholm man died on Tuesday after the semi tractor-trailer he was driving rolled at an intersection in Makinen. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, law enforcement and first responders were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident around 6:18 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Townline Road and the Long Lake Road in unorganized…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – It’s an industry providing over 32,000 Minnesotans with jobs, and over $2 billion in wages every year. Logging is vital to the state, and at a recent expo in Grand Rapids, the importance was front and center. “It’s good work for the people up here in northern Minnesota,” said Corey Wilson, attending from Cohasset. What may…
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth is celebrating upgrades to a 10-mile trail that’s now more accessible to people with disabilities. The Duluth Winnipeg and Pacific trail, as it’s known, runs from 63rd Street West to Becks Road. Today the Duluth Parks and Rec Department showed off infrastructure repairs there to make it ADA compliant. There’s a newly graded…
DULUTH, Minn. — Sheila St. Clair was last seen in the Central Hillside neighborhood in August of 2015, a month later she was reported missing. This case is still active six years later, and the Duluth Police Department along with national advocates are still trying tirelessly to get her home. Across the state of Minnesota, the unknown numbers of missing…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s newest affordable housing development is officially open for tenants. Tuesday, One Roof Community Housing cut the ribbon for Decker Dwellings, on Decker Drive. It’s a three-story building with 42 units including one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Construction started last September, all with a goal of helping addressing the affordable housing crisis in the city of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Mayor Emily Larson proclaimed Tuesday Arbor Day 2021 in Duluth to celebrate the city’s longtime commitment to trees. During most years, trees are planted in the community by city workers to mark this occasion. Due to Covid-19 precautions still keeping a lot of things virtual, the city is encouraging people to plant trees on their own this…
