SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Unauthorized access of HIPAA-protected information by county employee, largely flies under the radar. Six-months after the Douglas County Department of Health and Human Services determined an employee had accessed protected personal and health information without authorization, a notice appeared on the county’s website. The one-page statement states the employee was terminated, and that the Superior Police Department…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Surprise and frustration as some in Superior see steep rise on property taxes. As Superior residents received their property taxes this week, some were shocked to see the increase. The hike comes after local leaders had reassured residents that this year’s bill would see little to no increase. Earlier this fall, on social media, Mayor Jim Paine…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior police made an arrest Thursday in a weekend hit-and-run that seriously injured a woman. Police said the name of the suspect will be released when formal charges are filed. Authorities also said they recovered the suspected vehicle involved. The call for help came in around 3:45 a.m. Saturday about the hit-and-run in the alley of TJ…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior police are searching for a shooter after bullets went flying at bar close early Sunday morning. Police responded to the area of North 7th Street and Tower Avenue at 2:17 a.m. for reports of shots fire. A large group of people were leaving the bars when police arrived. Vehicle starts on fire after taking on gunfire…
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A student opened fire at a private Christian school Monday morning in Wisconsin, killing two people in the final week before Christmas break. The shooter also died, police said. Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes offered no details about the victims but said other people were wounded at Abundant Life Christian School, a K-12 school…
SUPERIOR, WI. — A fire in Superior on Thursday evening has left a home on Oakes Avenue a total loss. The Superior Fire Department responded to the blaze at 6:23 PM on December 12th. When crews arrived, they found heavy flames on the second floor of the two-story home. All occupants had safely exited and were accounted for. Firefighters initially…
SUPERIOR, WI. — On Sunday, Dec. 8, and Tuesday, Dec. 10, UW-Superior will present its annual Season of Song concerts at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior. Dr. Michael Fuchs, Director of Choral Activities, Associate Professor, and Chair of the Music Department at UW-Superior, along with student choir performer Sara Vindel were on the morning newscast Thursday to…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Community members are rallying behind an elderly couple who lost their home after fire ripped through it Sunday night. The fire broke out just before 9 p.m. Sunday on the 4900 block of Finn Road in the Town of Superior. Sonny and Jeanne Atkinson are both in their 80s and were sleeping at the time. The couple,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Thank you to our FOX 21 viewers for sending in pictures of your Christmas trees and decorations Tuesday night. Below are two segments that aired during the 9 p.m. news. Enjoy! Section 1: Section 2: Categories: Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A family in Superior is without a home after fire ripped through it during the heart of the holiday season. The fire broke out just before 9 p.m. Sunday on the 4900 block of Finn Road in the Town of Superior. The wood-framed home was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived, according to officials. The husband and wife…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Local law enforcement and fire departments battle it out for a good cause. Badges on both sides of the bridge are engaged in a popularity contest, as part of the Red Cross’s latest blood drive. As people came to donate blood today at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, in Superior, they were able to cast their vote for either…
DULUTH, Minn. – State and local officials continue to investigate a string of suspected arsons that is now up to six, while one family tries to rebuild. Rick and Jean Clark’s home in southwest Sawyer County was one of the first in a string of recent fires in the area, that authorities suspect are the results of arson. Their home,…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. -The Bong Historical Center gives thanks to veterans with a 7th year of Thanksgiving meals. From 30 to a few hundred; the Richard I Bong Center in Superior has grown their annual Thanksgiving meal with each year. With more attendees, the center gained support in feeding the larger crowds from local businesses like the Manitou Inn, and local…
DULUTH, Minn. – Sawyer County Sheriffs released a short surveillance video on Wednesday, showing an individual seen near one of the fire locations. Sawyer County Sheriffs are appealing to the public for information regarding a string of suspected arsons. Six structure fires were reported in the last week, all clustered near Exeland, Radisson, and Birchwood Townships. The first fires date…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– In Superior, there’s an opportunity to help victims and survivors of abuse though the “Give the Gift of Healing” fundraiser. The virtual silent auction goes live on Black Friday. CASDA is a clinic in Superior that helps victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Funds raised through this event will help support the shelter’s operations as they…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Women owned small businesses are being celebrated over in Superior. It is all part of Pink Friday. This nationwide event takes place annually the Friday before Black Friday encouraging shoppers to shop local ahead of the holidays. This is the 2nd year the Superior Business Improvement District is celebrating this day with many deals and discounts. There…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Video from a Park Point home’s security camera Monday evening, captures the moment an explosion rocks a grain elevator across the bay. A press release from the Superior Fire Chief Camron Vollbrecht, confirmed the location of the blast as the Viterra Grain Elevator on Connor’s Point. All three of the city’s fire engines responded to the blast…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– After nearly two decades, the first bookstore in Superior recently opened their doors. The lack of bookstores in the area sparked owner Maria Lockwood to take the leap and open up Foxes and Fireflies. The shop opened up back in October of this year and they’re located at the Superior Business Improvement building. Foxes and Fireflies is homing…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – FOX 21 learned Monday that a decades-long manufacturing facility in Superior is shutting down. Barko Hydraulics is located on Banks Avenue. Employees found out Monday morning by mail that they are to not return to the office and are terminated Dec. 1. Barko President Justin Rupar said in the letter to employees that Superior’s operations are being…
A missing sheep named Brad continues to be on the run in the Northland. 21st Avenue E. and Superior Street It was spotted in Proctor on Sunday, but rescue crews and the police were not able to catch him. Brad was also spotted in Hermantown and Duluth recently, including at 21st Avenue East and London Road. The sheep was first…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — With the holiday season ramping up, The Douglas County Humane Society hosted its annual “Santa Paws” fundraiser on Saturday. The event has been taking place for nearly 30 years, bringing the holiday cheer to pets and their owners. Each pet got a photo captured in front of a backdrop by a professional photographer, perfect for Christmas cards…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Thursday was Red Cross Day at UW-Superior. Students were given the opportunity to learn what life is like for a refugee, practice compression only CPR, and write out holiday cards to military members. This also got to show students that the Red Cross does more than just disaster relief and blood donations. In the refugee exhibit, students…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Enbridge’s contentious plan to reroute an aging pipeline around a northern Wisconsin tribal reservation moved closer to reality Thursday after the company won its first permits from state regulators. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources officials announced they have issued construction permits for the Line 5 reroute around the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa’s reservation….
SUPERIOR, Wis.– With the recent elections, a referendum was passed to support Superior schools. The approved 5.5-million-dollar referendum will go toward continuing to cover operational expenses, as well as maintain programs, and keep class sizes low. Superior School District Administrator Dr. Amy Starzecki tells us, the goal with the referendum was to “maintain status quo”. “I think last year was…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Wisconsin State Superintendent Jill Underly took a tour of Cooper Elementary in Superior. This is part of a statewide tour to explain her 2.5 million-dollar 2025-2027 biennial budget. Underly emphasized Cooper Elementary as one of the schools that was able to maintain critical staffing and programs. She is pushing for these opportunities for all Wisconsin schools. With the funding…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin business leaders, got involved in the discussion of Artificial Intelligence on Wednesday as a forum, a part of the Winning with Wisconsin Workforce series was held in Superior. The Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board and Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development hosted the event. It brought small and large business leaders across different industries together. People shared firsthand…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — We are just a couple weeks from Thanksgiving, and for one Northland Pizza Parlor it’s their busiest time of the year. Shamrock Pizza in Superior has been offering their Thanksgiving Pizza since 2016. The customer favorite is requested year-round, but November is the only month that hungry fans can try this creative combination for themselves. “We would…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin man apparently faked his own drowning this summer so he could abandon his family and flee to eastern Europe, investigators say. Green Lake County Sheriff Mark Podell said in a news release Friday that the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office informed his agency on Aug. 12 that Ryan Borgwardt of Watertown had gone missing after…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin pledged during her reelection victory speech Thursday to work with President-elect Donald Trump when possible, but she also vowed to fight him to protect the national health care law and abortion rights. Baldwin narrowly won reelection to a third term over Republican businessman Eric Hovde, who was endorsed by Trump….
DULUTH, Minn. — The UW-Superior Theatre Department presents “The Wolves,” a play about a high school girls’ soccer team, and the shaping of young identities when personal traits collide with external pressures. UW-Superior performer Elle Evenson and College of St. Scholastica performer Emmie Hinnenkamp appeared on Fox 21’s morning newscast Thursday ahead of the production. Directed by Jess Hughes, The…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin won a third term, delivering a victory for Democrats in the swing state that President-elect Donald Trump carried on Tuesday. Baldwin defeated Republican challenger Eric Hovde, a bank owner and real estate investor endorsed by Trump. Hovde has not conceded the race, which was within the 1-percentage point margin that would allow…
Below are the results of the key races happening in the 2024 Wisconsin General Election. Results are coming from the Douglas County, Ashland County, Bayfield County, and Iron County Wisconsin’s websites. United States Senator: Republican Party: Eric Hovde 1,635,021; 48% Democratic Party: Tammy Baldwin (Incumbent) 1,662,072 votes 49% United States Representative District 7: Republican Party: Tom Tiffany (Incumbent) 274,110 votes 63%…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A Superior police officer is no longer on the force after Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf discovered the officer may have intentionally lied on a police report to raise a suspect’s charges to a felony. As FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports, Fruehauf has been forced to dismiss 40 criminal cases because of credibility concerns involving the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Halloween is just a week away, and The Superior Spooktacular is ramping up! The “Haunt Your House” tour of homes is back as a friendly competition, as dozens of houses across the city are decorated in their Halloween best. List of decorated homes: Categories: News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
SUPERIOR, Wis. — As the seasons change, so does the produce at local farmers markets. One location in Superior is nearing the end of its season. The Superior Downtown Farmers Market on Banks Avenue has a wide variety to choose from. That includes different types of squash, tomatoes, apples, and baked goods. One local says she comes to the market…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Early voting has begun in Superior exactly two weeks before Election Day. This year, there are now three different places to cast votes in Superior. You can find them at the Bong Musuem, fire department headquarters and the Government Center. Voting is taking place Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. At a press event today,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The people of Superior came together to carve on Sunday. The Superior Community Garden Association hosting their annual Harvest Festival which included snacks, a grill out and of course pumpkin carving. They say that they hope to build a community through a shared love for growing and harvesting fresh food. “Our motivation is to provide a space…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Chilly Billy’s is bringing frozen treats over the bridge with its new location. Chilly Billy’s is holding a grand opening for its new Superior location this weekend, serving up frozen yogurt flavors, acai bowls and toppings. Customers can top their creations with everything from fresh fruit to candy to syrups. The new Superior fro-yo shop is offering…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior police have confirmed bones discovered at a construction site Tuesday morning are from an animal, not a human. Police got the call around 10:45 a.m. Tuesday in the 600 block of North 5th Street. Superior police said workers were conducting excavation when they discovered bones six feet below ground. A superior police detective collected several of…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Mayor Jim Paine believes the proposed Nemadji Trail Energy Center, or NTEC, is officially not going to be built along the Nemadji River. But Minnesota Power says that is not the case. Paine’s conclusion comes after Minnesota Power and its NTEC partner, Dairyland Power, recently withdrew their air permit to build the natural gas-powered plant near…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — People packed the auditorium at Superior High School as U.S Senator and former Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders took to the stage. The Senator is campaigning for the Democratic party’s presidential ticket in battleground states. Sanders encouraged Wisconsin voters to support Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in the upcoming election. In his speech, Sanders…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — For the first time ever, bidders for an auction in Superior can participate both in person, and online. This Saturday people will have the chance to try their luck at over 300 different antiques. According to Sellers Auction owner, this collection was inherited from a local collector. Because of their auction going online they are attracting potential…
DULUTH, Minn. — A one-million-dollars bail has been set for a Superior man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend’s boyfriend over the weekend. Aaron Johnson, 30, is facing three felony charges, including first-degree intentional homicide. According to court documents, the ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend were in her garage Sunday around 9:20 p.m. on the 2400 block of Ogden Avenue when Johnson…
SUPERIOR, WI. — One person is in custody after a fatal shooting on the evening of Sunday, October 6, in Superior. According to a press release, Superior Police responded to a disturbance on Ogden Avenue around 9:20 PM. A caller reported seeing a man they knew walking near their garage and shining a flashlight into the windows. When officers approached…
DULUTH, Minn. – A small Northland choir got the chance to share the stage with Rock n’ Roll legends. The band Foreigner held a concert Friday at AMSOIL Arena, as part of their farewell tour. But for some songs, the soon to be Hall of Fame band was joined by the Drummond High School choir, who won a KQDS radio…
SUPEIROR, Wis. — The Superior’s Police Department is working to emphasize pedestrian safety, to improve what they say is the walkability of the city. The public safety campaign will include Facebook posts explain laws and statutes for both pedestrians and drivers. Superior’s Chief of Police Paul Winterscheidt explains just what the public can expect. “We’re starting a pedestrian safety campaign…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — It’s the second annual Wisconsin Stormwater week. The week is all about spreading awareness of the sources of stormwater pollution. Wisconsin Land and Water is hosting webinars. And Tuesday they held one on road salt, commonly used to clear ice during the winter and its effects on the environment. Wednesday they discus ponds, and Thursday they will…
DULUTH, Minn. — Sun Country Airlines is returning to the Duluth International Airport with direct flights to Fort Myers, Florida this winter. The direct service will begin January 31 and operate on Mondays and Fridays. Flights will depart DLH at 7 p.m. and arriving at RSW at 11:35 p.m., and departing RSW at 3:05 p.m. and arriving at DLH at…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– On Saturday, The Commemorative Air Force held its first indoor garage sale at the Richard Bong Memorial Airport to raise funds to restore their World War II aircraft. The CAF had help from a few local vendors and donations from the community to put on this event. People could shop from a wide variety of products like military…
BAYFIELD, Wis.– Despite the Bayfield Apple Festival happening right around the corner, apple orchards are taking advantage of the fall season in the meantime by opening their doors for guests. Before the Apple Fest, guests can check out their gift shop and sample their bakery. The family business has served the Bayfield community for over one-hundred years. Owner and…
