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City Looks to Continue Renovations to Preserve Historic Building

The Duluth Armory was built in 1915 and is in the process of being restored.

October 22, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the course of a week, a construction crew from the Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps has been fixing up the historic Armory building in Duluth. The crew of 15 workers restored about 20 windows in the basement of the Armory, removing broken glass and taking off old lead paint. Crew members enjoyed preserving the culture of the 1915…

UMD ‘Students for Justice’ Speak Out Against the Purchase of Personal Protective Gear

A group of nearly 20 students calling themselves 'Students for Justice' are rallying against the city's possible purchase of riot gear.

October 22, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- A group of students at the University of Minnesota Duluth calling themselves the Students for Justice marched around campus and spoke out against the city’s possible decision to purchase riot gear. The group of nearly 20 student activists chanted that a city that does not have problems with riots should not have to purchase riot gear. The students found…

Speed Limits Going up on 2 Northeast Minnesota Highways

The new Speed Limit Will Take Effect When Signs are Posted

October 22, 2018

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – Motorists will soon be able to drive faster legally on two highways in northeastern Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Transportation said Monday the speed limits on the two highways will increase from 55 to 60 miles per hour late this week or early next week. On Highway 217, the speed limit will go up between Littlefork…

Midday Update 10-22-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, October 22, 2018

October 22, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Local News, midday update, weather

Barron Co. Sheriff’s Department Requesting 2,000 Volunteers for Tuesday Search

The Tip Line is 1-855-744-3879

October 22, 2018

Site Staff,

(T’xer Zhon Kha/Herald-Times Reporter via AP)BARRON COUNTY, Wisc. – The Barron County Sheriff’s Department is once again requesting volunteers to assist in an expanded routine ground search for articles that may be related to the case of missing teenager Jayme Closs. According to the Sheriff’s Department Facebook page they are looking for 2,000 volunteers for a search on October 23….

Duluth Parks and Rec Department to Host Halloween Boo Bash

Costumes are Encouraged and Skates will be Free to Rent at the Essentia Health Heritage Sports Center

October 22, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Children and parents are invited to check out the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center Wednesday, October 24 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Duluth Parks and Recreation Department along with many other sponsors are pleased once again to host the annual Free Halloween Boo Bash skating party. The Essentia Duluth Heritage Center, the City of Duluth Parks & Recreation Department, the…

Commemorative Air Force Exhibit to Open Thursday in Superior

The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center will Host a Grand Opening Thursday, October 25 at 6:00 p.m.

October 22, 2018

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center has teamed up over the past year with the Commemorative Air Force – Lake Superior Squadron (CAF), bringing a new exhibit to life in Superior. The Center is hosting a grand opening Thursday, October 25 at 6:00 p.m. with free beer and wine tasting for the public to enjoy. Hayes Scriven,…

Vigil Planned for Missing Wisconsin Teen, Unseen for a Week

Closs has not Been Seen Since October 15

October 22, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A small, rural community in western Wisconsin is planning a vigil for a missing 13-year-old girl whose parents were found shot to death in their home. A “Gathering of Hope” will take place Monday evening at Riverview Middle School in Barron for Jayme Closs, who hasn’t been seen since Oct. 15 . Deputies responding to a…

Morning Update 10-22-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, October 22, 2018

October 22, 2018

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Local, morning update, News, weather

Man Dies When Duck-Hunting Boat Capsizes on Fox River

The Victim's Name has not yet Been Released

October 22, 2018

The Associated Press,

MARQUETTE, Wis. (AP) – A man has died after his duck-hunting boat capsized in high winds on the Fox River. The Green Lake County Sheriff’s Office says authorities searched for the 52-year-old Princeton man near Puckaway Lake in the Town of Marquette and found his body in the water around 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Authorities say the man was duck hunting…

DTA Faces Potential Lawsuit After Man Nearly Beaten to Death

DTA, City of Duluth Not Releasing Video Or Details of Investigation

October 21, 2018

Nikki Davidson,

DULUTH, Minn – The Duluth Transit Authority could be facing a lawsuit over a bus ride gone very wrong for a 71-year-old man. He ended up in the ICU with bleeding on the brain after being nearly beaten to death by another passenger as the bus driver drove off. Nearly six months later, the city refuses to answer FOX 21’s…

Bikers Go Boo at Hartley Nature Center

COGGS Hosts 2nd Annual Shredding Pumpkins

October 21, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Kids and parents in Duluth took advantage of the good weather for some Halloween fun on Sunday. They rode their bikes over to the Hartley Nature Center for their 2nd Shredding Pumpkins event. Families decked out in their Halloween best could take on the new trails built by the Cyclists of Gitchee Gumee Shores. also known as COGGS. “As…

Dovetail Open for Business

New Cafe Opens in Duluth Folk School

October 21, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A new cafe has opened at the Duluth Folk School in Lincoln Park. Dovetail Cafe and Marketplace opened their doors and welcomed first customers last week. The Folk School says, they hope to provide a space for the community to come together, being the only coffee shop in Lincoln Park. Almost everything in the cafe is handcrafted by artists…

Blessing from a Bar for Hurricane Michael Victims

Carmody's Irish Pub Holds Fundraiser

October 21, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- With beer on every table and football on every TV, it looks like a typical Sunday at Carmody’s Irish Pub. But today is no ordinary Sunday, and these are no ordinary patrons. “It’s really nice that everybody paid attention to the invitation and came out to see us,” said Jonathan Lee. Newlywed Duluth natives Jonathan Lee and Jessica…

“Strange Nature” Premieres in Duluth

Film was directed by Duluth native Jim Ojala and was shot on the Iron Range and in Duluth

October 21, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A feature film shot in the Northland had its local premiere on Sunday at the Zinema in Downtown Duluth. The movie “Strange Nature” was written and directed by Duluth native Jim Ojala. The thriller already played theatrically in Los Angeles. It had its Minnesota premiere on Friday at the Twin Cities Film Festival. Sunday’s local premiere was…

Frightening Four Legged Friends at Fitgers

Dogs and Owners Invited to Festival

October 20, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some furry friends joined in the frightening Halloween fun, as dogs dressed as Superheroes, clowns, and more took over Fitger’s for the 5th annual Fido’s Fall Festival. Dogs and owners could shop for treats from vendors, and also be models for a day at a photo booth. “The photo costume contest is the biggest draw, for sure,” said…

Northland’s Trash is the Northland’s Treasure

Junk Sale at Superior Middle School

October 20, 2018

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- On Saturday Superior Middle School was filled with junk, but not the type to throw away. The “For the Love of Junk” sale took over the halls. It featured interesting baubles made in Superior and Duluth spread out for people’s enjoyment. “This is the second one where we haven’t done it as a fundraiser,” said Coordinator Shelly Wick….

One Last Strike for Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser Says Goodbye

October 20, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Northland hallmark of Breast Cancer awareness and empowerment comes to a close this weekend. Country Lanes North hosted the 11th Annual Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer fundraiser. Breast Cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed among women aged 50 and older, according to the American Cancer Society. But you wouldn’t know it, watching these women…

Two Families Displaced After Fire in Superior

October 20, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two families have been displaced after a fire Friday night in Superior. The fire started near a second story balcony at a home at 1613 1/2 Iowa Avenue. It then spread into the ceiling between the first and second floors of the home. The Superior Fire Department responded shortly before 9 p.m. last night and had the…

’31 Days of Halloween’ Display Gets Barnum Into the Fall Spirit

Every day, a different display takes over Amanda Agurkis' lawn

October 20, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

BARNUM, Minn. – A seasonal display in Barnum is celebrating thirty-one days of Halloween. Every day in October, the front yard of Amanda Agurkis’ house has a new decoration theme. She doesn’t tell anybody what her upcoming displays will be so they stay a surprise. She re-arranges and dresses her skeletons every day at about 4:30 or 5:00 a.m. because…

YMCA Pool Dedicated to Mark Frodesen

Frodesen used the pool daily and was an iconic member of the Superior YMCA

October 19, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The lap pool at the Superior YMCA has officially been dedicated to the memory of Mark Frodesen. After the dedication, the lifeguards and the Superior Whalers swim team took a lap to honor Mark, who used the pool daily. His family is happy that his endowment will be used to provide opportunities and scholarships for kids’ physical…

Last Minute Pumpkin Picking

October 19, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Pumpkin vendors around town tell us sales are steady this season, and those looking to do last minute pumpkin shopping still have time. Staff with DC Best Produce tell us customers are stopping by to pick up their pumpkin just in time for Halloween. They say even adults look forward to pumpkin picking, but the kids enjoy it the…

Goats Invade Glensheen

A herd of goats have invaded the Glensheen Mansion grounds.

October 19, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-A herd of goats have invaded the Glensheen Mansion grounds. They arrived there earlier today to chew down on some unwanted weeds in the rain garden before winter settles in. Leadership from the historic site said they were brought in for a trial run to see if they would be a good natural option for weed removal rather than…

Sen. Smith Visits Northland

Democratic Senator Tina Smith made a stop in Duluth today as she tries to drum up support for her campaign.

October 19, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Democratic Senator Tina Smith made a stop in Duluth today as she tries to drum up support for her campaign. Her first stop of the day was at Ecolibrium 3 in Lincoln Park where she met with local officials to talk about housing issues in the area. She said her goal today was to get a better understanding of…

Cloquet Public Library Plans To Expand

The library is 12,000 square feet and an expansion would add 7,000 more, that would expand the children's area and meeting spaces and create a new space for youth.

October 19, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Exciting things may be happening at the Cloquet Public Library if a million dollar grant is approved. The plans for expansion is something that began a few years ago after a study revealed there was a need for more space. Staff tell us the Cloquet Public Library is usually full of people every day, and new programs at…

The Latest: Multiple Shots Were Fired in Missing Girl’s Home

Dispatch logs show multiple shots were fired in the home of a northwestern Wisconsin girl who vanished after her parents were found dead inside the house.

October 19, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis.-Dispatch logs show multiple shots were fired in the home of a northwestern Wisconsin girl who vanished after her parents were found dead inside the house. The Barron County Sheriff’s Department released dispatch logs Friday that indicate responding deputies found multiple rounds in the home and the door kicked in. The logs also indicate the initial 911 call that…

City Estimates $18 Million in Damages Caused by Recent Storm

The city of Duluth has announced that there was an estimated $18 million in damages during the Oct. 10 storm to multiple locations in Duluth including the Lakewalk Trail from Canal Park to Leif Erickson Park.

October 19, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The city of Duluth has announced that there was an estimated $18 million in damages during the Oct. 10 storm to multiple locations in Duluth including the Lakewalk Trail from Canal Park to Leif Erickson Park. Other damaged areas include portions of the shoreline, a section of the seawall by the Minnesota Slip Bridge, the sidewalk behind the DECC,…

Searchers Find Nothing as Hunt for Missing Girl Continues

Authorities say a ground search has turned up nothing useful as investigators look for a 13-year-old girl who went missing after her parents were found dead in Wisconsin.

October 19, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis.-Authorities say a ground search has turned up nothing useful as investigators look for a 13-year-old girl who went missing after her parents were found dead in Wisconsin. Deputies found Jayme Closs’ parents shot to death in the family’s home in rural Barron early Monday. The girl was nowhere to be found . Investigators say the girl is in…

Cloquet Arena Burglary Suspect Arrested in Duluth

A man wanted by Cloquet police for allegedly breaking into an ATM Wednesday at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena was arrested in the early morning hours Thursday after turning himself in to Duluth police in a bizarre fashion.

October 19, 2018

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn.-A man wanted by Cloquet police for allegedly breaking into an ATM Wednesday at the Northwoods Credit Union Arena was arrested in the early morning hours Thursday after turning himself in to Duluth police in a bizarre fashion. At 3:30 a.m. Thursday authorities say the suspect walked into a Duluth gas station, plopped some cash on the counter and…

Teen Arrested After Multiple Fires at Gilbert Recycling Center

The Gilbert Police Department has arrested a 17-year-old boy, accusing him of starting three fires at the Gilbert Recycling Center over the last few days.

October 19, 2018

Site Staff,

GILBERT, Minn.-The Gilbert Police Department has arrested a 17-year-old boy, accusing him of starting three fires at the Gilbert Recycling Center over the last few days. After an investigation by authorities, the cause of the fire was determined to be arson. Damages are expected to exceed $10,000, according to a release from police. The city of Gilbert has temporarily closed…

Get Lost In A Corn Maze!

Oulu Wisconsin Features A Corn Maze, Flashlight & Haunted Maze, Games, Barn Animals, Snacks & Prizes!

October 19, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

OULU, Wis. — In this week’s Active Adventures, Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot gets us lost in a corn maze! Just a short 40 minute ride from Duluth/Superior or 45 minutes from Ashland or Hayward. The field is tucked away in beautiful Bayfield county on Ken Johnson’s farm. When you get there, go right into the barn and get your ticket…

The Minnesota Ballet 2018-2019 Season Opens with “Rite of Spring”

The 2018-2019 Minnesota Ballet season opens with "Rite of Spring"

October 19, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Artistic Executive Director for the Minnesota Ballet Robert Gardner joins us at Fox 21 to discuss “Rite of Spring” and the rest of the 2018-2019 season. For more information, you can visit the Minnesota Ballet website here. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Morning Update 10-19-18

Your morning update for Friday, Oct. 19, 2018.

October 19, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Essentia Duluth Heritage Center Turns 10

10th Anniversary Celebrated at Denfeld High School

October 18, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A staple of Duluth community sports celebrated a special birthday Thursday night. The tribal thunder of boomwhackers leads you to the auditorium of Denfeld High School, as the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center celebrates its 10th Anniversary. All ages attended the interactive program to wish a happy 10th birthday to the sports center. John Shuster was even in attendance, bringing a…

Minnesota Public Utilities Commission Hearing On Proposed Natural Gas Plant

October 18, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) heard arguments from both sides regarding a natural gas power plant in Superior. Minnesota Power believes it’s the right time to build the Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC). No final decision is expected for a while, but that didn’t stop people from showing up to learn more about where this project stands….

100 Year Olds Celebrated at the Senior Expo

Birthday party held for ten 100-104 year olds at the DECC

October 18, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some local 100 year olds celebrated their birthdays together at the Northland Senior Expo at the DECC. They ranged in age from 100-104. One hundred years is a huge milestone. Only about 55,000 people nationwide have made it to that age. Ten centenarians celebrated their latest birthdays on Thursday at the DECC. These local 100 year olds…

CHUM Gala for Street Outreach Program, Struggles with Housing

Event held at Greysolon Ballroom

October 18, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A gala was held by CHUM Thursday night, to raise money for their Street Outreach program. All proceeds benefit the Street Outreach program, which helps homeless people living outside or in their cars. “So we really work with people to try to get them inside,” said Development Director Mary Schmitz. “And once they’re inside, then we can work…

Youth Deer Hunt Begins in Minnesota

We are just a few weeks away from the firearm deer season kicking off in Minnesota, but youth hunters are now getting a chance to bag a buck a little earlier.

October 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-We are just a few weeks away from the firearm deer season kicking off in Minnesota, but youth hunters are now getting a chance to bag a buck a little earlier. Today through Sunday hunters from the ages of 10 to 15 are allowed to hunt in special permitting areas in the northwestern and southeastern portions of the state….

Two Hundred Students Play in UWS Tri-State Band Festival

Young musicians performed in a concert with college faculty and students

October 18, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two hundred young musicians were at UWS playing in the tri-state band festival. Students from thirty-six area high schools played in the festival. They got their music to practice ahead of time but they put it all together over the course of one day giving the musicians an experience they’ll remember for a long time. “It allows…

Future of Northland Discussed

Over the last two years Duluth's Planning Division has been gathering community feedback and perspectives for its "Imagine Duluth 2035" campaign.

October 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over the last two years Duluth’s Planning Division has been gathering community feedback and perspectives for its “Imagine Duluth 2035” campaign. Today an update was given on the city comprehensive plan at the downtown Duluth Library, during an event sponsored by Fuse Duluth, a branch of the Chamber of Commerce that focuses on youth leadership. Those in attendance…

Purple Heart Recipients to go on Outdoors Excursion

Purple Heart recipients are descending on the Northland for a special outdoors excursion.

October 18, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Purple Heart recipients are descending on the Northland for a special outdoors excursion. Five veterans arrived in Duluth today as they head out to Delta, WI for all the fishing and hunting they can handle. The event, being organized by the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation, is meant to serve as a way to relieve stress for the Purple…

Trump Approves Flooding Disaster Declaration for Wisconsin

Individuals and Businesses Will Soon be Able to Register for Disaster Assistance

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – President Donald Trump has approved a federal disaster declaration related to flooding and storms across Wisconsin in August and September. The declaration announced Thursday by the White House makes individuals and businesses in the affected counties eligible for federal disaster assistance. The covered counties are Crawford, Dane, Juneau, La Crosse, Monroe, Richland, Sauk and Vernon. Gov….

Todd Bol, Founder of Little Free Library Book Sharing, Dies

The Boxes Invite Passers-by to "Take a Book, Share a Book"

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)HUDSON, Wis. (AP) – The Wisconsin man who founded Little Free Library, a project that now sets up boxes for sharing books around the world, has died. Todd Bol was 62. A spokeswoman for Little Free Library says Bol died Thursday in a Minnesota hospice of complications from pancreatic cancer. Bol designed and built the first Little…

Volunteers Look for Clues in Search for Wisconsin Girl

Jayme Closs has Been Ruled out as a Suspect

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

BARRON, Wis. (AP) – One hundred volunteers in a Wisconsin town where a teenage girl went missing are scouring the area for pieces of evidence that can provide clues to the girl’s disappearance and her parents’ death. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald requested the volunteers Thursday afternoon as the search for 13-year-old Jayme Closs continues. She has been missing since…

Ex-FBI Agent Gets Four Years in Document-Leak Case

Albury was Sentenced Thursday

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Shari L. Gross/Star Tribune via AP)ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A former FBI agent in Minnesota who admitted to leaking classified documents to a reporter has been sentenced to four years in prison. Terry James Albury was sentenced Thursday. He pleaded guilty in April to the unauthorized disclosure of national defense information and unauthorized retention of national defense information. Prosecutors…

Wine Wednesday: Check out These Fall Favorite Flavors!

Foley Family Wines visits Fox 21 to showcase Fall Flavors.

October 18, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.-Foley Family Wines visits Fox 21 to showcase Fall Flavors. For more information, visit their website here. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Therapists Sent to Wisconsin School of Missing Girl

Jayme has Been Ruled out as a Suspect

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

BARRON, Wis. (AP) – The Wisconsin Department of Justice is sending therapists and comfort dogs to the help students at the school attended by a girl missing since her parents were fatally shot in their home. The state DOJ said in an announcement Thursday it is also sending school resource officers to the Barron School District. Authorities have been searching…

US Probes Ford Pickup Tailgates Opening Unexpectedly

Ford is Cooperating With NHTSA

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

DETROIT (AP) – U.S. safety regulators are trying to figure out why the power tailgates on some Ford F-Series pickup trucks can open unexpectedly while the trucks are moving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation into F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks from the 2017 model year. The agency says In documents posted Wednesday that it has…

Art Around Town: Renegade Presents “Oklahoma!”

Renegade Theater Company presents "Oklahoma!" with a bit of a twist.

October 18, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Alyson Enderle and and Patrick Colvin join us at Fox 21 to talk about Renegade Theater Company’s production of “Oklahoma!” For more information, visit the Renegade website here. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Northern State Freshman Found Dead in Dorm Room

Authorities do not Suspect Foul Play

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) – Authorities say a college freshman from Minnesota has been found dead in his dorm room at Northern State University in South Dakota. Police in Aberdeen say the death of Curtis LeMair remains under investigation, but that they do not suspect foul play. LeMair was found dead early Wednesday. He graduated from Prior Lake High School earlier…