Salvation Army Invites Community to 3rd Annual Grand Slam Event
The Salvation Army in Duluth hosts their 3rd annual Grand Slam event.
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CDC: Nearly 200 in 22 States Sick After Vaping
Officials Say it's not Clear if There's a Common Cause
CHICAGO (AP) – Health officials say the number of severe breathing illnesses reported in people who vape has grown to nearly 200 in 22 states. Officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the new figures Friday and confirmed that an adult in Illinois is being counted as the first death in the investigation. An Illinois official said…
Colorful Art Exhibit Opening for Duluth-Superior Pride Festival
COFFEE CONVERSATION: A Pride inspire art exhibit will display local artwork at Zeitgeist.
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Morning Update 08-26-19
Morning Update for Monday, Aug. 26, 2019.
Join FOX 21’s Viktoria Capek and Meteorologist Joey Norton for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, August 26, 2019. Categories: News, News – Latest News
Wisconsin’s Next for man Behind Minnesota’s Hands-Free law
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A man who pushed for Minnesota’s hands-free driving law says he wants to take his fight to Wisconsin. Thomas Goetz lost his pregnant daughter to an alleged distracted driver in February 2016 near Stillwater. Goetz spent the next three years lobbying Minnesota lawmakers to make it illegal for drivers to use a cellphone or other…
Vineyard Church Celebrates Eastside Neighborhood with Get Together
Church makes effort to meet members of their new community.
DULUTH, Minn.- The new Vineyard Church in the Congdon Park neighborhood threw a barbecue to get to know its East End neighbors better. The church has been in the community for a little over a year after merging with the Duluth Congregational Church. So on Sunday they hosted a barbecue with a bouncy house, facepainting and other activities to meet…
Police: Man Falls Into Creek Running From Attempted Robbery
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police are investigating an attempted robbery that left a man seriously injured. Police say the 26-year-old victim fell into the creek near the 500 block of Lincoln Park Drive while running away from the suspects. Investigators believe the suspects are known to the victim. No arrests had been made Sunday. The victim’s injuries are not life…
Arrest Made In Duluth Home Invasion, Robbery, Auto Theft
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police have made an arrest in a home invasion, robbery and auto theft. The suspect is a 32-year-old man from Duluth who was in jail Sunday held on preliminary charges of burglary, kidnapping, robbery and auto theft. His name will be released when formal charges are filed. The crime happened Aug. 22 around 10 p.m. on…
Tractors Steam Engines and More at Lakehead Harvest Show
58th Annual Show shows off farm machinery of yore.
ESKO, Minn.- If you think tractors are sexy, then you’ll fit right in at the Lakehead Harvest Reunion Steam and Tractor Show in Esko. “You’re not gonna be able to take your 25 ton steam engine and drive it down Superior Street for a car show, y’know,” said Ryan Hansen, President of Lakehead Harvest. For 58 years the show has…
American Legion Post Swears in New Officers
American Legion members celebrate the expansion of their group
DULUTH, Minn.- The local American Legion chapter celebrated their group expanding at the Shriner Center in Duluth this afternoon. About a dozen new post officers were sworn into different positions. Friends and family were were invited to share in the celebration with music and food as well as learn what the American Legion does for the community, including how they help…
Far West Days Brings Out Community
9th Annual Festival features vendors, fair food and llamas.
DULUTH, Minn.- Saturday was the second day of the Far West Days celebration in Gary New Duluth. The event has been bringing out the community around Commonwealth Avenue for nine years to bounce in bouncy houses, pet some alpaca llamas, and shop from about 25 local vendors. “I think it’s having a sense of community, everybody coming together,” said Mary…
First Class of CSS Physician Assistants Graduate, Take Jobs in Rural Areas
28 PAs graduate from St. Scholastica's program.
DULUTH, Minn.- As many college students across the country are celebrating the start of a new school year, these 28 College of St. Scholastica students are celebrating the end of their educational journey. After two years the 28 white-coated students are done being students as they transition to become the first physician assistants out of the College of St. Scholastica….
Paddles Up, Paddles Out, Paddles in the Water at the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival
Barker's Island hosts the 18th annual Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Paddles up, paddles out, paddles in the water; Racers from around the world took it to Lake Superior Saturday for the 18th annual Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival on Barker’s Island. Dragon-boating is different from other paddling sports like canoeing because it takes a team effort to get a two thousand pound boat moving. “The real way to do…
Loaves & Fishes Celebrates 30 Years with Block Party on Jefferson Street
Duluth Loaves & Fishes celebrates their 30 year anniversary.
DULUTH, Minn.- It was a party on Saturday afternoon for neighbors and community members living near Jefferson Street in Duluth. A double celebration for the annual Jefferson Street Block Party and the thirty year anniversary for the Loaves & Fishes nonprofit. People came out and enjoyed food on the grill, listened to music and got to know their neighbors with games…
3rd Annual Bikers Against Bullies Rally Roars Through Northland
Bikers ride 128 miles to raise awareness of bullying.
DULUTH, Minn.- The roar of about 40 bike engines out of the Black Bear Casino parking lot as the 3rd Annual Syd’s Angels Bikers Against Bullies Rally took off on their 128 mile ride. The bikers ride to raise awareness of bullying in the Northland. “You look at bikers, wearing leather, get the long beards, look intimidating,” said Commander Jason…
Minnesota Man Wanted for Murdering Parents Arrested in Mexico
LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. (FOX 9) – Authorities announced Saturday they have arrested the man wanted for the double murder of his parents in Long Prairie, Minnesota. Friday, police said it was believed Dylan Bennett had fled the state and country to Cancun, Mexico after the murders. His parents, retired NFL player Barry Bennett, 63, and his wife Carol Bennett, 66, were found dead…
New Signage at Carlton County Historical Society
CLOQUET, Minn. – Friday the Carlton County Historical Society unveiled a new handmade sign outside of their building in Cloquet. The historical society only recently moved into their new location. Friday the new sign was placed out front celebrating the natural beauty of the county. A few members were on hand to meet the creator of the sign. “In Carlton…
Welcoming in New Bulldogs
The transition to college can be difficult so the school is doing what they can to help and speakers gave their words of wisdom to the young freshmen who might be nervous.
DULUTH, Minn. – The class of 2023 is getting settled at University of Minnesota-Duluth and Friday at Malosky Stadium more than 2000 freshmen gathered together for the first time. The transition to college can be difficult so the school is doing what they can to help. Speakers gave their words of wisdom to the young freshmen who might be nervous….
Ringing In the 18th Dragon Boat Festival
This year's event welcomes 60 boats and over 1,200 paddlers.
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The 2019 Dragon Boat Festival kicked off at Barker’s Island in Superior with opening ceremonies, music, and fireworks. This year’s event welcomes 60 boats and over 1,200 paddlers. The first night of the festival includes teams practicing and honing their skills because some teams have never paddled together. “We are trying to help out the homeless this…
Duluth’s NorShor on the Hunt for an Artistic Director
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s NorShor Theater is on a national search to find an artistic director. The newly added position is part of the expansion plans at the Duluth Playhouse. Now, Executive director Christine Seitz also plays the role of NorShor Artistic Director. But as the Playhouse continues to grow, the organization felt it was time to divide the roles….
Lakehead Harvest Reunion Brings Hundreds to Esko
ESKO, Minn. – The Lakehead Harvest Show Reunion brings turn of the century tractors and hundreds of people together in Esko. Fox 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us there. Categories: Features, News, News – Latest News
Stand Down for Veterans Event Held at Bayfront Park
DULUTH, Minn.- Friday, veterans from around the area came to Bayfront Festival Park to learn about local organizations that are able to help them. The annual “Stand Down for Veterans” event serves as a way to let veterans know about the services available to them for issues like VA benefits, housing support, and healthcare. Organizers say often times veterans aren’t…
Big Slide Celebrates Birthday at State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn.-The big slide at the Minnesota State Fair is turning 50 years old. It first opened in 1969, and the family who built the slide has 42 others across the country. Management says, it’s fun for the entire family. “It’s definitely a ride everybody can enjoy,” said Izzy Barona, manager of the slide. “From an 80-year-old grandmother to…
MN Department of Public Safety Hosts Listening Sessions to Build Trust With Community
DULUTH, Minn.- Members of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety have been traveling around the state on a listening tour to get community input. The DPS is conducting these listening sessions to answer the question of what type of men and women should be hired to increase the level of trust in law enforcement On this tour The DPS has…
National Weather Service Updates Radar Hardware After Nearly 20 Years
This is one of nearly 150 radars being refurbished across the country.
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Drivers may have noticed something missing from the National Weather Service site in Hermantown. Crews spent most of the day removing the large white dome to replace the radar’s pedestal with a newly refurbished one. The pedestal is what helps move the radar in multiple directions to get weather coverage of about 200 miles. The National Weather…
Trump Announces New Retaliatory Tariffs on China
Products Being Taxed at 25% Will now be Taxed at 30% as of October 1
(AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File) WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump says products coming from China that were slated to be hit with a 10% tariff on Sept. 1 will now face a 15% tariff. Trump also says goods and products currently being taxed at 25% will be taxed at 30% starting Oct. 1. Trump’s comments come after China said it…
Update: Son Charged in Deaths of Ex-NFL Lineman, Wife
Both Bennetts Were Shot According to Police
(courtesy: Fox 9) LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) — Authorities in Minnesota have charged the son of former NFL lineman Barry Bennett in Bennett’s death. Barry Bennett and his wife, Carol, were found dead in their home in Long Prairie, a small town about two hours northwest of Minneapolis, on Wednesday. Their 22-year-old son Dylan has been sought since then. Both…
Duluth Police Investigating Lakeside Home Invasion, Robbery
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police are searching for a suspect they say broke into a home in Lakeside Thursday night demanding money and drugs. According to police, the home invasion happened on the 5200 Block of Colorado Street around 9:57 p.m. Authorities say a man entered a house without permission, prevented the female resident from calling 911 and demanded…
Appeals Court Reinstates Lawsuit Over Same-Sex Wedding Video
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A federal appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit filed by two Minnesota filmmakers who want the right to refuse to film same-sex weddings. Carl and Angel Larsen, who run Telescope Media Group in St. Cloud, sued the state in 2016, saying Minnesota’s public accommodation law would result in steep fines and jail time if they offered services…
Midday Update 08-23-19
Midday Update for Friday, Aug. 23, 2019.
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Deer River man Charged with Second Degree Murder
His next court appearance is scheduled for September 3
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – A 28-year-old Deer River man, identified as Kevin Daniel Jackson, has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of his girlfriend’s 4-year-old son in Inger earlier this week. Authorities say they responded to a call of a non-responsive four-year-old boy around 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. When officers arrived they found a child being held by…
Billionaire Conservative Donor David Koch Dies at age 79
Koch Tied 11th Place on Forbes List of the Nation's Richest Men
WASHINGTON (AP) – Billionaire David Koch has died at age 79. Koch was a major donor to conservative causes and educational groups. His older brother, Charles Koch, said on Friday, “It is with a heavy heart that I now must inform you of David’s death.” The Kochs were best known for a vast political network they built that became popularly…
Former Vikings Player Barry Bennett, Wife Found Dead in Minnesota
22-Year-Old Dylan Bennett is Being Sought by Police
(courtesy: Fox 9) LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) – Authorities in Minnesota are investigating the deaths of a former NFL lineman and his wife under what they call suspicious circumstances. The bodies of Barry Bennett, 63, and his wife Carol were found Wednesday after a friend went to their home in Long Prairie for a welfare check. Todd County Sheriff Todd…
Fast and Furious Rides at the Minnesota State Fair
ACTIVE ADVENTURES: The skyscraper will take you high and fast above the Twin Cities.
Fox 21’s Andrew Kirov takes a ride on the skyscraper ride at the Minnesota State Fair- a view overlooking the Twin Cities moving 70 mph. Categories: Active Adventures, News, News – Latest News
Morning Update 08-23-19
Morning Update for Friday, Aug. 23, 2019.
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Bee-lieve it: Rare bee Spotted in Wisconsin
The bee was Thought to Have Gone Extinct
(courtesy: USDA Forest Service) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A rare bee not seen in Wisconsin in more than a century has turned up in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. U.S. Forest Service scientists found the bee in July while surveying pollinators as part of an inventory of native bees in the Great Lakes region. It’s known commonly as a cuckoo bee,…
Some Call for Expanded Lifeguarding on Duluth’s Beaches
Duluth YMCA Says Exapanding Lifeguard Services is Difficult
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – The ever-present danger of rip currents in Lake Superior has some people in Duluth calling for more to be done to improve public safety. Retired police officer Dennis Hoelscher tells Minnesota Public Radio News that lifeguard services need to be improved. Lifeguards don’t work on “red flag” days that have high risk of rip currents. Hoelscher…
Train Collides With Car; Authorities Blame Driver, Believe Alcohol A Factor
Driver Sustained 'Substantial' Injuries. Passengers, Crew Not Injured.
DULUTH, Minn. – Alcohol is believed to be a factor in a crash involving a vehicle and a train with the North Shore Scenic Railroad. It happened around 7 p.m. on McQuade Road just outside of Duluth in Lakewood Township. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the driver, Kurt Vanhala, 67, of Duluth failed to yield to all warning…
Refurbished Car Donated to Deserving Veteran
HERMANTOWN, Minn – Arrowhead Auto Body in Hermantown is giving back to those in need through the Recycled Rides Program by the National Auto Body Council. Today, they handed over the keys to a newly refurbished 2013 Ford Escape to a deserving veteran. Arrowhead partnered with the Disabled American Veterans to find a recipient. Countless hours and nearly 10 thousand…
Tributefest Begins at Bayfront Festival Park
The three-day festival raises money for the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans in Duluth.
DULUTH, Minn. – Veterans and their families are getting in free to Tributefest this weekend at Bayfront Festival Park. The three-day festival raises money for the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans in Duluth. Thursday’s lineup featured country with the rest of the weekend featuring rock and roll tribute bands. “If people know me they know I’m happy to give and…
1,800 Backpacks and Supplies Given to Those in Need
Notebooks, folders, and pencils fill the backpacks given to students who need a little extra community generosity.
DULUTH, Minn. – 1,800 backpacks and supplies were handed out by CHUM in Duluth at three different locations on Thursday for students who might not be able to otherwise afford supplies. Notebooks, folders, and pencils usually top school supply lists for kindergarten through twelfth grade students. Sometimes family situations make it difficult for all families to afford the necessary items…
Gichi-Ode’Akiing Park Receives Bright Upgrade
The stairway to Lake Superior got a makeover as part of a community collaboration Thursday
DULUTH, Minn.- The stairs over at Gichi-Ode-Akiing park in downtown Duluth are getting a makeover as part of a community collaboration. People of all ages, and races packed the stairway at Gichi-Ode’Akiing Park formally Lake Place Park Thursday afternoon to paint murals of fish and other animals to honor the Anishinaabe presence and their leader Chief Buffalo. Organizers say it’s…
Public Input On Transportation Plan
The public got their second and final opportunity to pitch their thoughts on the long range transportation plan
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The second and final open house meeting was Thursday afternoon for the public to pitch their input on the long range transportation plan. Sustainable Choices 2045, the newly released draft plan by the Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Council serves as a blueprint for these investments that will happen over the next 25 years, which is why the public input…
Far West Days This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn.-The ninth annual Far West Days kicks off tomorrow in Duluth. Multiple events will be held through Sunday in Gary New Duluth including music, crafters, food vendors, and a car show. Organizers from the event say it serves as a reunion for the entire area. “Where we live is a very important thing. The community – the people that…
Final Military Tribute Painting Unveiled at the Depot
DULUTH, Minn. – A series of military tribute paintings created by a Minnesota artist are now complete. The St. Louis County Historical Society unveiled the last of the five paintings honoring the men and women of each branch of the military. This final 8 by 10 foot painting depicts the stories of those who dedicated their lives to the Airforce,…
Duluth Police Makes Presence Known on UMD Campus
Duluth police were also on campus working with the UMD police department to help ensure everyone’s safety. In the past, some rowdy behavior have interrupted previous move–in days at the college. Young adults have been known to sit drinking alcohol on lawns of homes in the neighborhood. But this year, the Duluth Police Department gave out warning letters to about…
Thousands of Students Move Into UMD Residence Halls
DULUTH, Minn.- Move in day is an exciting time as the parents are dropping their kids off and these new Bulldogs start their journey on campus On this busy day cars lined up outside Lake Superior and Griggs residence Halls. Each car filled to the top, has the essentials every newbie could ever need to get through the school year….
Minnesota State Fair Kicks Off
State Fair runs through September 2nd
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. – The Minnesota State Fair kicked off on Thursday. Last year, more than two million people came to the state fair. “Everything’s fresh and new and exciting so yeah, we’ll give it a shot,” said Amy Provost, who attended the fair on its opening day. More than 100,000 people are expected to fill the fairgrounds every day…
Duluth Man Charged In Drive-By Shooting in Lincoln Park
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man has been charged after a shooting incident in Lincoln Park that sent bullets into two separate homes early Tuesday morning. 20-year-old Jericho Alexander was formally charged with second-degree assault and drive-by shooting on Thursday. According to the criminal complaint, Alexander stole $100 from a man during a drug deal in the area of 23rd…
Police Search for Suspect in Deaths of Two in Todd County
LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) – Authorities are searching for a man in what they are calling the suspicious deaths of two people in Todd County. Sheriff Todd Och says his office received a call about 4:30 p.m. Wednesday from someone reporting a death at a residence in rural Long Prairie, about two hours northwest of Minneapolis. Deputies found two deceased…
