STURGEON LAKE, Minn.– With summer getting closer, families can look forward to overnight stays at a local summer camp again. YMCA’s Camp Miller is bringing back their overnight camps this summer after not being held last year due to the pandemic. It will only be two weeks instead of the traditional nine with a reduced capacity of about 75 kids….
UPDATE: The Northland FireWire reports that fire officials say the blaze has now burned 86 acres, but is close to being contained. _________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE: According to the Northland FireWire, A fire official said the blaze burned about 56 acres so far. Several homes in the immediate area were evacuated, however, the wind shifted and those homes are no longer in…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Beer and music once again coming from Earth Rider brewing in Superior on Friday as their ‘beer tent’ opened back up for the season. Live music, food vendors, and customers kicking back with a drink outside filled the beer garden at the brewery on this nice day. Customers can now also go inside the taproom at a limited…
DULUTH, Minn.– With tougher regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency on the way the city of Duluth are asking for the public’s help in collecting data on lead pipes throughout the city. The city is looking for residents all over the city to join in on the free study to sample their drinking water to test for the amount of…
DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Junk Hunt has begun at the DECC and Amsoil Arena and will continue on from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday. Some of the proceeds will go to the Duluth Harbor Mission. Above check out Fox 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich’s story on the event. For more information, visit this website. Categories: News, News – Latest News
CLOQUET, Minn.-The All Handmade Craft Show began today and will continue on through this weekend in Cloquet. The event features two different locations to purchase everything from woodworking, to jewelry, and even pottery. Organizers tell us that the local artists participating are excited to be back out sharing their crafts with the community. “A lot of people have told me…
DULUTH, Minn. — Students at the North Star Charter school got a chance to sample the maple syrup they started tapping almost one month ago. The trees yielded about 60 gallons of sap which was boiled down to one gallon of syrup. On Friday, students went more in depth with the science and cultural significance of making the syrup along…
DULUTH, Minn-The melting snow in our city parks and trails has exposed trail turds left behind over the winter. Unfortunately, the Poop Fairy has been reported missing so it is up to us to clean up after our furry friends. If left behind, pet waste can do a number on the water quality of rivers and lakes. The Regional Stormwater…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A business owner in southern Minnesota who missed a court date as she faces criminal charges for defying pandemic-related restrictions was arrested Thursday in Iowa. Lisa Hanson, who owns a wine and coffee bar in Albert Lea, was arrested by police in Clear Lake, Iowa near a rental property where she had been staying, the Star Tribune reported. She…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin State Capitol, closed to the public since late March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, will reopen on Monday, Gov. Tony Evers’ administration announced Friday. It will be opened for limited hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and only on weekdays. Before the pandemic, the building stayed open until 6 p.m. during the week…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As activists in Minnesota press for murder charges against the police officer who shot Daunte Wright, the prosecutor is sticking by the manslaughter charge he filed. Wright died April 11 when the 20-year-old Black motorist was shot during a traffic stop in a Minneapolis suburb. The city’s police chief said he believed Kim Potter mixed up her…
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth says the officer charged in a shooting last September that left a man with a bullet in his shoulder has not been paid since the beginning of the year. According to a city spokesperson, Tyler Leibfried was last paid on January 15 but does remain employed by the city. Leibfried, 28, was charged…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, April 30, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department responded to reports of multiple porta-potties being set on fire Thursday night in Enger Park. According to reports, fire crews responded to the call just after 7:30 p.m. When crews arrived at Enger Park they found four porta-potties on fire which had spread to several nearby trees and ground vegetation due to the…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, April 30, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Derek Chauvin’s murder trial was the first Minnesota criminal trial to be broadcast live on television. It won’t be the last. Some in the Minnesota legal system were apprehensive about allowing the live broadcast of Chauvin’s trial over the killing of George Floyd, but the video feed had no major problems and bolstered the public’s understanding of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police continue to investigate a stabbing in the cities east hillside neighborhood. Officers responded to a call shortly before 10 p.m. at 820 east 4th street on reports of a male who had been stabbed and ran into the nearby laundromat. The suspect remains at large Friday morning. Both the victim and the suspect were known…
DULUTH, Minn.– “We had one mission over really the last year and that was to make sure that the DECC survived the pandemic, which we have,” said DECC Interim Executive Director Roger Reinert. “Now we’re moving on the next mission which is, ‘how do we make the DECC, the DECC again?’” A big sign of pulling out of the pandemic…
DULUTH, Minn.– The non-profit Ecolibrium3, based in Lincoln Park, was awarded for their service to the community over the last year. The organization was selected for a Main Street America Award given to groups that helped their communities try to get through the pandemic. Ecolibrium3 tackled the PPE shortage by gathering volunteers to create face shields. Along with helping clean…
DULUTH, Minn.– A series of break-ins at the condemned Kozy building in downtown Duluth has the city beefing up security around the property. DEDA, or the Duluth Economic Development Authority, which owns the Kozy building has approved just under $55,000 to add lighting and security cameras, remove graffiti, and further board up the building that’s seen numerous fires over the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — There’s a shortage of new cars being made overseas, as there’s a scarcity of microchips in the market that are used in vehicle computers. Not only has the demand for microchips been high with new technology needed during the pandemic, but a recent factory fire in Japan and the Suez Canal ship situation made it that much…
DULUTH, Minn. One rental store in Duluth says they are expecting a big year for business as the pandemic slows down. Over at London Road Rental, which has the same owner as Party Express in Superior, business has been growing for those renting out tents and other supplies for parties as restrictions are loosened. Owner Jerry Kortesmaki tells us last…
A special report – When Love Turns Deadly – Sunday night on FOX 21 News at 9: “This wasn’t an accident. This man knew who he was taking from us. He saw my mom and he decided that nobody else could have her,” said Kari Matthes, Loretta Billman’s daughter. The daughter of 62-year-old Loretta Billman speaks out to FOX 21’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say the man arrested in connection to last week’s standoff in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood has been formally charged. According to court documents, 31-year-old Jesse Lee Fechner has been charged with felony receiving stolen property, possessing ammo/any firearm, two counts of fourth-degree assault on a police officer, and obstructing legal process with force. Last week,…
HAYWARD, Wisc. — After five years, the muskie capitol of the world is set to host the annual Governors Fishing Opener this weekend in Hayward. “I would probably suggest maybe small mouth fishing if you’re looking at targeting a little bit bigger species. If you’re looking to catch and capture maybe take something home to eat before the opener I…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-Staff at Northwest Outlet in Superior are getting busier as the Wisconsin fishing opener is this weekend. Some of the more popular items that always sell well this time of year are tackle boxes and lures. Management added sun protective shirts, shorts, and hats are also hot sellers. Overall staff say business has been good this year, despite the…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Itasca County Public Health and area residents are reflecting on the gratitude of science after surpassing the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Public Health Department reports new cases of COVID-19 to continue to rise in Itasca County, especially among residents aged 30 – 50, and school-aged children. As of Thursday, April 29, in the…
Aaron Rodgers (AP) MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is “disgruntled” and allegedly does not want to return to the team, according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter. Schefter reports the team is “aware” of his feelings. After the NFC Championship Game, Rodgers wondered aloud about his future in Green Bay. Speculation about the coming years has swirled since the team drafted quarterback Jordan Love in…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A judge has ruled that Republican leaders of the Wisconsin Legislature illegally hired private taxpayer-funded attorneys to represent them in anticipation of lawsuits over redistricting. The lawsuit filed by attorney Lester Pines on behalf of four Madison teachers argued that state law does not allow for legislative leaders to hire attorneys outside the state Department of…
ST, PAUL, Minn. – On Thursday, Gov. Walz joined bipartisan leaders in the Minnesota Legislature to call for action among Minnesota Senate Republicans on police reform, following the passage of meaningful police reform legislation in the Minnesota House. “The accountability we saw last week for George Floyd is the floor – not the ceiling – of what we need to…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, April 29, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Cooking Connection, Meteorologist Ken Slama is on the quest to find the best dessert options in the Northland for Mother’s Day. The Cozy Hen creates handcrafted cheesecakes that are out of this world. This week’s segment features The Cozy Hen’s Turtle Cheesecake. Click here for more information. Categories: Community, Cooking Connection, News, News – Latest…
LAKE VERMILION, Minn. – After a year of the unknown and countless cancellations, the summer season is looking brighter for businesses along Lake Vermilion. “This year is looking to be our best year-to-date,” said Kyle Colbert, owner of Lake Vermilion Houseboats. The scene is calm on Lake Vermilion, but many business owners are preparing for a stampede of activity as…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, April 29, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. economy grew at a brisk 6.4% annual rate last quarter — a show of strength fueled by government aid and declining viral cases that could drive further gains as the nation rebounds with unusual speed from the pandemic recession. Thursday’s report from the Commerce Department estimated that the nation’s gross domestic product — its total…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — An animal welfare organization is searching for those responsible for shooting to death 15 cats among more than 30 that were abandoned in western Wisconsin. Dunn County Humane Society said Wednesday that 33 cats were abandoned near a pile of cat food in the township of Spring Brook. Fifteen of the cats and kittens were shot and…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday, a part of East 1st street between north 2nd avenue east and north 1st avenue east will be closed to traffic. The closures will last from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. During that same time, north 2nd avenue east between east 1st and 2nd street will also be closed to traffic. The sidewalk will also be…
ST. PAUL, Minn.– The Minnesota Supreme Court made a major ruling on Wednesday, which could have a big impact on the future of the proposed $1 billion PolyMet copper-nickel mine near Hoyt Lakes. The justices confirmed a lower court’s decision to reverse PolyMet’s “permit to mine” for now, adding that the DNR should now set a fixed time period for…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the nice day outside Wednesday, some UMD students spent time out on the water. Led by UMD’s outdoor recreation program, students learned how to kayak. They started along Park Point and paddled under the lift bridge, around the William A. Irvin, and other popular spots around Canal Park. “It’s been an isolating semester. It’s been an isolating…
DULUTH, Minn.– It’s been a long and exhausting year for healthcare workers who have been on the frontlines fighting COVID-19. And Wednesday, a group of Duluth residents got together to show their support. Community members lined up along 3rd Street in downtown Duluth. The local chapter of the United Steelworkers Union held a memorial for healthcare workers who lost their…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Virginia Police Department has confirmed a 5-year-old boy was found dead after falling about 70 feet over the side of a mine pit in Virginia. Chief Nicole Mattson says the call for help came in around 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Rouchleau Pit near 3rd Street North and 1st Avenue North. The incident is currently under…
PROCTOR, Minn.-As the pandemic continues on, more vaccination clinics are popping up around the region. Today the Proctor turf facility opened its doors to more than 100 people seeking their first dose of the vaccine. St. Louis County Public Health leaders say this is the first time they’ve had a clinic in that area before, as they work to get…
DULUTH, Minn-After being cooped up all winter, many of us are looking for ways to get out of the house and camping is a popular option. Many campgrounds, including Buffalo Valley Campground, are preparing for another busy year of guests filling up their campsites. After a cold and windy winter, there is no shortage of work to be done to…
PROCTOR, Minn-Earlier today, about two dozen racecars lined the parking lot at Powerhouse Bar in Proctor for their annual media day to kick off the 2021 season for all local tracks. Local drivers were invited to showcase their cars and interact with fans ahead of the upcoming racing season. There was a lot of uncertainty with the season last year…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Superior held its annual memorial tree planting this morning at Bear Creek Park in Superior. It’s meant as a form of dedication to all those in Superior who have lost their lives while on the job. So far, the city has planted these tribune trees for over two decades. “It’s also our celebration of trees. Superior has…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will use his first joint address to Congress to pitch a $1.8 trillion investment in children, families, and education that would transform the role government plays in American life. Biden delivers the Wednesday speech on the eve of his 100th day in office. Biden will make his case before a pared-down gathering of mask-wearing…
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Wisconsin State Fair is preparing to return this summer after the coronavirus pandemic wiped out the event for the first time in 75 years, organizers said Wednesday. The fair scheduled Aug. 5-15 will have increased sanitation protocols in place, some of which have yet to be determined. Mask requirements, vaccine passports, and rapid testing have been…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 1,514 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Wednesday bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 572,025 in the state. Health officials also reported 22 news deaths bringing the death total to 7,113 in Minnesota. The 22 newly reported deaths included four long-term care residents and one person in their 30s. According…
NEW YORK (AP) — A law enforcement official tells the Associated Press that federal investigators have executed search warrants at Rudy Giuliani’s Manhattan residence and office. The former New York City mayor has been under investigation for several years over his business dealings in Ukraine. Details of the reasons for Wednesday’s searches were not immediately available. The officials who confirmed…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
