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Lake Superior Ice Festival Happening This Weekend
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Lake Superior Ice Festival is coming this weekend to Barker's Island in Superior. This year's festival will include a "kids zone" with craft activities and ice princesses…
Fit Families Program Challenges People to Drink More Water
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Douglas County Fit Families program is encouraging families to drink more water this month. It's the first of the program's wellness challenges this year. They say water…
Lake Superior Water Level Nears Record High
DULUTH, Minn. - Lake Superior water levels hit near record highs last year. This year, experts predict the lake levels could be just as high or higher. Lake Superior water…
Superior's Cooper Elementary School In Finishing Stages
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Cooper Elementary School in Superior is expected to be open and ready for students to start classes in Sept. The project is well ahead of schedule. When finished it…
Over $300,000 in History Grants go to Minnesota Counties
DULUTH, Minn. - The Minnesota Historical Society announces 36 recipients of Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grants (up to $10,000 each), totaling $324,149 in 22 counties. A handful of the endowments landed right here in the Northland. Two of…
Former UMD Hockey Captain Leaves Lasting Impact
DULUTH, Minn- The middle of January 2018 comes with heavy hearts for the UMD hockey community. "He always had the biggest smile on his face, I'd say. He was just an awesome guy, he was positive, he would do anything…
Grand Jury Convened in Police Killing of Australian Woman
MINNEAPOLIS-A Minnesota prosecutor has convened a grand jury in the police shooting of an Australian woman. Justine Ruszczyk Damond was killed by Minneapolis Officer Mohamed Noor in July 2017. Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said previously he would no longer…
Walker Ready to Give State of State's Address Today
MADISON, Wis.-Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker plans to lay out his priorities for the year in his eighth State of the State speech that comes as he runs for a third term. Walker makes the speech Wednesday afternoon before a joint…
Nassar Hearing Ends With Applause, Tears, Hugs
LANSING, Mich.-A seven-day hearing for a Michigan sports doctor ended with tears, hugs and applause after he was sentenced to 40 to 175 years in prison for molestation allegations. Kyle Stephens grew up as a friend of Larry Nassar's family…
Water Main Break on West Superior Street
UPDATE: City crews have clamped the section of damaged pipe. Water is expected to be back on as normal at this time. ****************************** DULUTH, Minn.-A waterline began leaking this morning on…
History Organizations in 22 Minnesota Counties Receive Grants
DULUTH, Minn. - The Minnesota Historical Society is announcing 36 recipients of 38 Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grants, totaling $324,149 in 22 counties. Locally, the Duluth Art Institute will receive $10,000. This money will go toward plans for two…
Midday Update 1-24-18
An update on local news and weather.
Duluth Seaway Port Authority Gets $2.3 Million for Project
DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Seaway Port Authority has received $2.3 million from the Minnesota Department of Transportation for a new expansion. The project will provide for additional vessel mooring and storage area at the facility, allow for dredging to full seaway…
Mamma Mia! Actors Visit FOX 21 Ahead of Opening Night
DULUTH, Minn. - The long-awaited opening of the NorShor Theatre is just over a week away and the regional premier of Mamma Mia! is kicking off the entertainment. The show features songs…
Best Friend Beagles in Search of Forever Home
DULUTH, Minn. - Beagles Baby and Johnny stopped by the FOX 21 Studios Wednesday morning with Animal Allies Marketing and Communications Manager Michelle Sternberg. Sternberg spoke about the need…
Police Ruled Justified in December Officer-Involved Shooting in Gilbert
GILBERT, Minn.-Two police officers in St. Louis County have been ruled justified in an officer-involved shooting Dec. 22 in Gilbert. According to a report from county attorney Mark Rubin, St. Louis County deputy Derrick Deutsch and Gilbert police officer Joseph…
Morning Update 1-24-18
An update on local news and weather.
Local Engineers Design New Fitger's Pedestrian Bridge
DULUTH, Minn. - The old corroding bridge from the Pick Wick parking lot to the Fitger's ramp is being replaced. The new and stronger bridge will soon be painted bright…
Mistrial Declared in Lincoln Park Murder Case
The trial for a man charged with second degree murder in Duluth has been stalled with a mistrial, even before the first witness took the stand. Aaron Demetrius Humphreys, 43, is accused of intentional second degree murder in the shooting…
Duluth City Golf Courses Face Debt, Uncertain Future
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth city council discussed a resolution Monday that would encourage the privatization of Lester Park and Enger Park golf courses. The golf courses are facing $2.2 million of debt and $12.7 million of deferred maintenance. The…
Duluth City Council Approves $1.8M In Upgrades For City Hall
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth’s City Hall has been approved by the city council for $1.8 million in upgrades. The money will go toward replacing inefficient, non-compliant building systems like lighting and electric, as well as information technology infrastructure. Carpets, ceiling tiles…
Great Outdoors: Ice Fishing Enjoyed on Bear Lake
BARNUM, Minn. - It was a cold day in the Northland, but that didn't stop anglers from getting out on the frozen lakes to do some ice fishing. Ice…
Duluth Curling Club Hosts Fundraiser for Junior National Teams
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Curling Club hosted a spaghetti fundraiser to help a few of their young athletes with their trip to the Junior Nationals. Dozens of people made it out…
Superior High School Renovations Making Progress
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Andy Wolfe has been teaching at Superior High School for 20 years. He's always wanted bigger spaces for more student collaboration. With the ongoing expansion he's getting that…
MPR: Allegations Against Keillor Far Beyond Single Touch
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Public Radio provided additional details of allegations of sexual harassment against humorist Garrison Keillor on Tuesday, saying his alleged conduct went well beyond his account in November of accidentally touching a woman’s bare back. MPR said…
Snow Drifts Pile High In Ashland
ASHLAND, Wis. -- U.S. Highway 2 between State Highway 13 north in the town of Eileen and State Highway 112 in Ashland is re-opened, cleared and traffic is moving along just…
Lake Superior College Students Receive Tool Box Scholarships
DULUTH, Minn. - The spring semester is in swing at Lake Superior College, and some students in the machine tool technology department are already being honored with a special scholarship. Four…
Experience the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Through Pictures
DULUTH, Minn. - Even if you don't make it out to the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon you can still enjoy some of the race scenery. Now through March 11 the Great…
Snowmobile Trail Conditions 'Good' in Douglas Co.
BRULE, Wisc. - Snowmobile riders from near and far often travel hundreds of miles to experience the best trail conditions. Right now, the Brule River Riders Snowmobile Club in Douglas County says…
