Weekend Spotlight: April 6-8
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UMD Frozen Four Pep Rally
Bulldogs fans predicted a victory for the home state team
ST. PAUL, Minn. – College hockey fans filled a parking lot across the street from the Xcel Energy Center, tailgating before the national semifinal games Thursday. The u-m-d pep band and cheerleaders brought the party to frozen fest as bulldogs fans played games and danced their worries away before their team faced off against Ohio State. Ryan Ozan, a Bulldogs…
YWCA Duluth Receives A Large Donation To Support Young Mothers
AT&T Donates To Teen Moms Education and High School Experience Through The YWCA
DULUTH, Min. — The YWCA received a $12,000 donation from AT&T on Thursday to support young mothers education. The funds will go specifically to support moms on their academic journey through high school and into college. It will fund not only college applications and tutoring but also things like sports, drivers ed, prom and graduation pictures. This money will ultimately…
#TimesUpTwinPorts Hopes To End Sexual Assault
PAVSA Hosted A Luncheon To Spread Awareness On Sexual Assault
DULUTH, Min. — April is sexual assault awareness month and a new campaign began this month to help stop abuse. #TimesUpTwinPorts is the new message PAVSA expressed at Thursday’s annual luncheon in the Greysolon Ballroom in Duluth. “It represents that the clock has run out sexual violence and our community has had enough.” said Vanessa Lebens who’s an advocate at PAVSA….
The K9’s of Superior PD Suit Up
Superior Police Department K9 receives donation of a bullet and stab proof vest
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior Police Department K9, Lacka, recently received a bullet and stab proof vest. The vest was donated by a charity in Massachusetts whose mission is to provide protective vests for dogs in law enforcement “The K9’s, just like our human officers, get put into some pretty dangerous situations and so having that kind of protection for them is…
Duluth Celebrates National Community Development Week
The City of Duluth's Community Planning Division hosted an open house at Life House
DULUTH, Minn.- The Community Development Block Grant is a program that provides communities with resources to address community development needs. Those funds make a big difference in Duluth and help support local programs that provide important services like food pantries and soup kitchens, job and training support, and improvements to neighborhood centers and park facilities “We’re trying to think about…
ALLETE Celebrates Yellow Ribbon Designation
ALLETE recognized for its support of military servicemen and women.
DULUTH, Minn.- ALLETE Clean Energy celebrated its yellow ribbon designation this morning in Duluth to recognize its support of veterans, service members and their families. ALLETE is an operator and developer of clean energy projects nationwide. Within the company a group of active employees from corporate develop the best action plan to help military employees and their families. “We recognize that it’s hard on the…
Cirrus Aircraft Receives Prestigious Award for Vision Jet
Cirrus Aircraft Took Home the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy.
DULUTH, Minn. – Cirrus Aircraft’s Vision Jet was awarded the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy this morning for developing the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and implementing the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System on the aircraft. Cirrus beat out eight other nominees to take home the trophy which is awarded to recognize “the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in…
Trump Wants to Send up to 4,000 Troops to Border
Trump Gave his First Estimate on Guard Levels.
(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)PHOENIX (AP) – President Donald Trump has said that he wants to send between 2,000 and 4,000 National Guard members to the US-Mexico border. Speaking on Air Force One Thursday, Trump gave his first estimate on guard levels. Asked about the cost, he said the administration was looking at it. Trump says he plans to keep the guard…
Pawlenty Seeks Return to Governor’s Mansion
Pawlenty announces his candidacy in a video release.
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Tim Pawlenty has formally announced that he is entering the race for his old job. The two-term governor announced Thursday afternoon that he is entering the race after months of speculation. Pawlenty announced his candidacy in a video release on timpawlenty.com. Pawlenty says his “top priority will be putting those in the middle — who are…
Delta Says Customer’s Payment Information may Have Been Breached
Delta Air Lines Says it was hit by Cyberattack
(AP) – Delta Air Lines says customers’ payment information may have been breached in a cyberattack last fall. The airline said Wednesday the incident involved (24)7.ai, a chat-services provider used by Delta and other companies. Delta says only “a small subset” of customers were affected, with payment information exposed from Sept. 26 to Oct. 12. It says no other personal…
Midday Update April 5, 2018
Here is your FOX21 Midday Update! Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
Surgeon General Urges Americans to Carry Overdose Antidote
U.S. Surgeon General Says you Don't Have to be Paramedic to Save a Life.
Surgeon General Jerome Adams (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)ATLANTA (AP) — The nation’s chief doctor wants more Americans to start carrying the overdose antidote naloxone to help combat the nation’s opioid crisis and save lives. Speaking at the National Rx Drug Abuse & Heroin Summit in Atlanta on Thursday morning, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams issued his office’s first…
Watch: Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., HBI Groundbreaking Ceremony in Toledo
TOLEDO, Oh. – Cleveland-Cliffs is investing $700 million to build one of the world’s most efficient and modern iron making plants. The company is holding a live streaming event at the construction site this morning celebrating the new plant and the 130 news jobs they will be bringing to the Toledo area. The plant is set to produce 1.6 million…
Hollywood has Arrived in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – A Christmas movie is being filmed at Marshall School starring some names you may know: Dennise Richards, Danny Glover, and Cameron Seely – who recently had her breakout role in “The Greatest Showman” playing Hugh Jackman’s daughter. In this comedy a young girl has been forgotten by her parents at school on the day of Christmas vacation….
Morning Update April 5, 2018
Here are your local morning stories. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
Fans Prepare To Watch Bulldogs In Frozen Four
Several Fans Make Their Way To Frozen Four
Thursday night the UMD Bulldogs will take on Ohio State in the Frozen Four at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. Several fans made their way all the way to the big game. The team hit the ice for practice Wednesday morning, and some die-hard fans watched their team prepare for Thursday’s national semi-final against Ohio State. Nick Hansen…
Community Remembers Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Fifty Years Later
One of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. most famous speech is called "I Have a Dream."
DULUTH, Minn. – Fifty years ago Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated and cities across the country are remembering the kind of man he was. Here in Duluth people came together at a special event to share one of Dr. King’s messages that includes peace and equality. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an activist and a leader in the civil rights movement. Fifty years after his death…
Arrowhead Home and Builders Show Kicking-off This Weekend
This gives owners and future homeowners a chance to make plans.
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s a spring time tradition, the Arrowhead Home and Builders Show is underway this weekend. This gives owners and future homeowners a chance to make plans; for everything from your kitchen sink, to the backyard, all under one roof. Many vendors are unique. Monday night we spoke with one woman who travels from Michigan to show-off her hand crafted…
Voters Give Green Light for New Town of Superior Fire Hall
The public will be able to comment on the new building, April 17th.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The residents of the Town of Superior voted yes Tuesday night for a new fire hall for the amount of $1.8 million. The plan calls for the fire hall to be built behind the current fire hall, which is deteriorating . The fire chief says a new building is essential. “We’re very happy that the residents are happy and…
Evening Update: 4-4-2018
A look at the latest local news and weather forecast
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Fans React to Bulldogs’ Success
Big Game is Tomorrow Night in St. Paul at Frozen Four
ST. PAUL, Minn.-The UMD Bulldogs will play Ohio State at the Excel Energy Center in the Frozen Four at 5 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday). Fox 21’s Andrew Kirov was there earlier today to gather all the sites and sounds of the event. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Sports Tags: frozen four, Hockey, sports
Summer 2018 Construction Projects
Highway 61 in Two Harbors scheduled to begin construction in late July.
DULUTH, Minn.- There are a total of 122 miles of overlays and 16 bridge replacement projects planned for summer 2018, including the reconstruction of Highway 61 in Two Harbors. The project will include updating pavement and intersections, increasing accessibility and replacing old signals. While the ultimate goal is to alleviate traffic in Two Harbors, there will definitely be congestion while the…
UWS Hosts Its Largest High School Math Competition
About 200 students competed in this year's math meet.
DULUTH, MINN. – The University of Wisconsin Superior hosted its largest High School Math Meet on Wednesday, April 4. It’s where 31 teams from 18 schools in the Northland compete in math tests ranging from algebra to trigonometry. Students have 15 minutes for each test. The winning team claims the top prize and bragging rights with a trophy. “It’s a…
St Luke’s Comes Out Against ‘Earned Sick and Safe Time’ Ordinance
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Luke’s — one of Duluth’s largest employers — sent a detailed letter to city councilors Wednesday with their disapproval of the proposed Earned Sick and Safe Time ordinance. This comes after more than 20 restaurants in Duluth came together to oppose ESST. April 3, 2018 Dear City Councilors: Despite the robust process around the proposed Earned…
Trump to Sign Order Sending Guardsmen to Border
President Donald Trump Will Sign the Proclamation Later in the day.
AP Photo/Evan Vucci/newsfileWASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump will be signing a proclamation directing the departments of Defense and Homeland Security to work together with governors to deploy the National Guard to the southwest border. Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen made the announcement at the White House on Wednesday. She says he’ll sign the proclamation later in the day. Nielsen…
Escalating US-China Trade Dispute Heightens Global Concerns
China's Proposed Tariff on Soybeans Would be Devastating to U.S. Farmers.
(AP Photo/Andy Wong)WASHINGTON (AP) – The American Soybean Association, a lobbying group that says it represents 21,000 U.S. soybean producers, says China’s proposed 25-percent tariff on soybeans would be “devastating” to U.S. farmers. China is the largest consumer of U.S. soybeans, buying about one-third of all U.S. soybean production each year, the group says. Association President John Heisdorffer, an Iowa…
Minneapolis Mayor: Body Camera Rules Have Teeth
Officer Non-Compliance Could Result in Termination.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minneapolis police officers who fail to comply with a stricter body camera policy will face discipline ranging from unpaid suspensions up to termination. Mayor Jacob Frey says the policy has teeth for the first time. Failure of an officer to activate the camera when required can now result in a 40-hour suspension for the first offense, and…
Madeline Island Opening
The Break out Will Take Place on Saturday Morning.
SAULT SAINTE MARIE, Mich. – On Saturday morning the U.S Coast Guard Cutter Morro Bay will open the waters between Bayfield and Madeline Island. Local officials state that the ice road linking the mainland to the island is no longer serviceable rendering the ice breaking necessary. The Coast Guard wants to remind “all recreational ice users to plan their activity…
“Mouth Full Of Maple” Kicks Off Tonight
Glensheen Hosts Tastes Of Local Syrup & Syrup Infused Dishes
DULUTH, Min. — It’s that time of year again when the maple trees are producing sap! If you are craving maple syrup, you’re in luck! The Glensheen Mansion is kicking off their “Mouth Full of Maple” Wednesday night. They’ve partnered with The Duluth Grill and are featuring tastes of local syrup and syrup infused dishes. A new dish is revealed each…
Trees Are Tapped For Sap, It’s Maple Syrup Season
Wisconsinites Are Collecting And Boiling Sap For A Sweet Treat
KELLY, Wis. — Trees are tapped and sap is running with these below freezing nights and warmer days. 100 maple trees are dripping sap for Gregg Johnson and John Barnes to collect. They tap not only hard maple, but also soft maples. Spending 2 hours each Spring day, they collect and boiling sap to make maple syrup. “It takes about…
Orthopaedic Associates to Host Free Running Clinic
The Free Event Will be Limited to 15-20 Participants.
DULUTH, Minn. – Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth will be hosting a free running clinic on April 19th at the Hermantown Orthopaedic Associate location from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event is for those interested in learning proper techniques and tips for pain-free running and will be hosted by Physical Therapists and Certified Running Specialists Danielle Morse and Shyanne McGregor….
Senior Facility Negligent in Death
Thompson Could Have Been Dead for two Days.
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota health officials say operators of a senior living community neglected to check on a resident who had likely been dead for days. The Pioneer Press reports that 92-year-old June Alice Thompson could’ve been dead for two days before her daughter discovered her body Oct. 26 at the Commons on Marice in Eagan. The medical examiner…
Renegade Gardener Talks Cool & Creative Containers at Home Show
Don Engebretson to Give Daily Presentations
DULUTH, Minn. – The Arrowhead Home and Builder Show starts up Wednesday, April 4 at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, and this year there won’t be a lack of things to check out. This morning Renegade Gardener, Don Engebretson, stopped by FOX 21 to give a preview of his presentation. Engebretson has been featured on PBS, HGTV, and the DIY…
UMD Theatre Presents Fairy Tale Classic
"Into the Woods" Performances Begin April 12
DULUTH, Minn. – Students from UMD are taking on a story involving some well-known fairy tale characters. UMD Theatre is presenting “Into the Woods” April 12 – 21. The stories of the characters intertwine and the plot takes them to a darker place than the fairytale stories that are so well known. The shows will be April 12 – 14…
Pets Paired with Patients During End of Life Care
Both St. Luke's and Essentia Health Have Adopted Animal Hospice Care Practices
DULUTH, Minn. – Providing end of life care can be one of the most difficult, yet rewarding jobs in the medical industry. Now with the help of four-legged friends, local hospitals and hospice care facilities are looking to ease the heartbreak another way. “Dogs give hope, and joy to families and patients that need it in this setting,” said Kelly…
Walker Warns of ‘Blue Wave’ in Wisconsin
Walker is up Re-Election to a Third Term in November.
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says the win by a liberal candidate for state Supreme Court deals a “serious blow” to the conservative movement. Walker is issuing the warning in a fundraising email following a torrent of tweets the Republican incumbent sent Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Liberal Milwaukee judge Rebecca Dallet trounced conservative opponent Michael Screnock…
Driver who Fumbled With Phone Gets 90 Days in Fatal Crash
The Crash Killed 31-year-old Brea Miller of St. Paul.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A judge has sentenced a western Wisconsin woman to the maximum 90 days in jail for a crash that killed a Minnesota woman nearly two years ago. Thirty-six-year-old Destiny Xiong of Hudson, Wisconsin, was sentenced Tuesday on a misdemeanor count of careless driving. A jury earlier had acquitted Xiong of the most serious charges she…
Authorities Identify Victim of Cass Lake House Fire
The Fire was Reported Late Friday.
CASS LAKE, Minn. (AP) – Authorities have released the name of a 79-year-old man who died in a house fire in northern Minnesota last week. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office identifies the victim as Hubert Braman of Cass Lake. Authorities say the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office determined that Braman died of carbon monoxide poisoning caused by smoke inhalation. The…
Northland Celebrates Local Volunteers on National Service Day
Tuesday, April 3rd marks the sixth year Duluth is honoring our volunteers.
DULUTH, Minn. – Tuesday, April 3rd is dedicated to the volunteers with Vista and AmeriCorps; serving in schools, non–profits and local government organizations in the Northland. Over 550 AmeriCorps volunteers are serving here in the Duluth community. Tuesday, April 3rd marks the sixth year Duluth is honoring our volunteers. AmeriCorps is a federal national service program. Various groups are right…
U of M Researchers Share Findings with Community at Spark Event
Researchers share knowledge with alumni and community members in Cloquet
DULUTH, Minn. – The university of Minnesota held another one of its “Sparks” events on Tuesday. Researchers from the university presented some of their studies to alumni and other members of the community. The theme focused on Minnesota’s natural environment, and how things like climate change are affecting the region. “For a lot of these forest health issues that we’re dealing…
Congressman Rick Nolan Shows Support For After School Programs
Staff say after school programs are vital because it's a safe and positive space for kids to be that has an academic focus and practices important life skills.
DULUTH, Minn. – On average nearly 70 kids spend each day after school at one of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland. Staff say it’s because it’s a safe and positive space for kids to be that has an academic focus and practices important life skills. Congressman Rick Nolan was in Duluth at the Dave Goldberg Family Boys…
Kids Get Their Bead On at Duluth Public Library
Kids take little beads, melt them together and create a masterpiece.
DULUTH, Minn. – Spring Break is on for Duluth students and some of those youngsters are getting their beads on at the Duluth Public Library. It’s called “Perler Beads Art.” Kids take little beads, melt them together and create a masterpiece. “It’s really good for children’s development, them trying out different things like this and engaging their creativity and imagination,” said Youth Services Coordinator…
Twin Ports Women Brewers Release Pink Boots Collaboration Brew
The brew will be available for several weeks.
DULUTH, Minn. – A few women brewers in the Twin Ports collaborated on a special brew and Tuesday, April 3, was the official beer release at Hoops Brewing. The Pink Boots Collaboration brew was created on International Women’s Day on March 8. The dry hopped red ale is made up of a YCH Hops blend. It’s named “1920,” after the…
Wisconsin Election Results
For the latest election results, click here Below are the up to date results to the key races in Tuesday’s election. School Board Races: Len Albrecht, Steve Stupak, and Michael Meyer came away with the most votes. Election results will become official after the board of canvassers meets to certify them on April 10th. Maple Referendum: The Maple School District…
Essentia Health Implements New Program for Sexual Assault Victims
The Essentia Health Superior Hospital has collaborated with the St Mary's Medical Center to start a new program for Sexual Assault Victims
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Essentia Health Superior Hospital is doing their part to end sexual assault by starting a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program. The program was adopted from the St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth to provide the same level of care no matter the location “Patients sometimes simply don’t have transportation over to Duluth and knowing that they are…
Superior Takes Action to End Sexual Assault
The Mayor of Superior issued a city and county proclamation to declare April Sexual Assault and Awareness Month
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Advocates, survivors, researchers, and allies all gathered this afternoon in superior to start a conversation and take a stand against sexual assault. .The forum was just the beginning of many events that will be held throughout the month as a way to support and combat one of the most under reported and heinous crimes in the community….
Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health
The Make it Ok campaign is training organizations around the Northland.
DULUTH, Minn.- Workers for the city of Duluth began training the correct way to address mental illness in the work place last year, Tuesday a plethora of organizations are following suit. Northland Healthy Minds aims to reduce the stigma around mental illness in the workplace. Over 40 organizations are involved, dedicated to training their employees the correct way to address…
New Study Shows Glensheen Mansion Draws in Large Amount of Tourism
According to the study every homeowner in Duluth pays $37 less in taxes every year, because of Glensheen.
DULUTH, Minn.- A new study released Tuesday shows Glensheen Mansion now brings in around 90,000 out–of– the area visitors to Duluth each year. Glensheen Mansion is one of the leading tourist attractions in Minnesota. The study by an economic research firm reveals Glensheen brings Duluth more than $7 million dollars annually in economic impact. According to the study every homeowner in…
Online Fundraisers Set Up For I-35 Crash Victims
Duanda Robinson and daughter DULUTH, Minn. – Online fundraisers have been set up for the victims involved in Monday’s wrong-way head-on crash on I-35 in Duluth. One of those fundraisers is for 26-year-old Duanda Robinson of Duluth and her 2-year-old daughter. Click here for their GoFundMe page. They were killed when an SUV driven by 23-year-old Aaron Dame of Duluth…
