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Northland Remembers Sandy Hook Victims

DULUTH, Minn.-Five years ago today, tragedy struck Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, when a gunman opened fire killing 20 children and six staff members. Those who were lost were…

Report of Shots Fired on North Second Avenue East

DULUTH, Minn.-Police responded to reports of shots fired just after 1 p.m. earlier today on the 200 block of North Second Avenue East. The person who reported it said someone fired shots at their door. No one was injured in…

FCC Votes Down Obama-era 'Net Neutrality' Rules

NEW YORK (AP) - The Federal Communications Commission has voted on party lines to undo sweeping Obama-era “net neutrality” rules that guaranteed equal access to internet. The agency’s Democratic commissioners dissented in the 3-2 vote Thursday. The FCC’s new rules…

What is Net Neutrality and Why Does it Matter?

NEW YORK (AP) — “Net neutrality” regulations, designed to prevent internet service providers like Verizon, AT&T, Comcast and Charter from favoring some sites and apps over others, are on the chopping block. On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission plans to…

Chicken Pox Cases on Rise in Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS-Minnesota health officials say there's an increase in the number of chickenpox cases this year. Department of Health spokesman Doug Schultz says nearly 400 cases have been reported, the highest number since 2013 when about 480 cases were reported. Schultz…

As 'Net Neutrality' Vote Nears, Some Brace for a Long Fight

NEW YORK (AP) — As the federal government prepares to unravel sweeping net-neutrality rules that guaranteed equal access to the internet, advocates of the regulations are bracing for a long fight. The Thursday vote scheduled at the Federal Communications Commission…

Chisholm Mayor Resigning Jan. 2

CHISHOLM, Minn-Chisholm's Mayor Todd Scaia has announced that he will be resigning Jan. 2. Scaia was finishing the previous mayor's term as he was elected to another office. Scaia's term was expected to last until the end of 2018. The…

Snow Showers Hit the Northland

DULUTH, Minn. -For those who have been waiting for the winter season to arrive this weather is a perfect day to get out and enjoy yourselves. Many Northlanders have been waiting out a dry…

Dealing With Dementia During the Holidays

DULUTH, Minn.-  Gathering with family during the holidays is exciting but can be hectic for those suffering with dementia. Experts told FOX 21 make sure your festive gathering is a safe space.…

Winners of Holiday Storefront Contest Announced

DULUTH, Minn.- Northlanders the wait is over, the winners of the festive competition for best store front decoration in downtown Duluth have been announced. Twenty four participated but Kitchee Gammi Design Company…

GOP Says It's Got A Deal on Taxes; Cuts Coming for Next Year

WASHINGTON (AP) — Confident congressional Republicans forged an agreement Wednesday on a major overhaul of the nation’s tax laws that would provide generous tax cuts for corporations and the wealthiest Americans — Donald Trump among them — and deliver the…

Wall Street Mixed as Financials Drag After Fed Rate Hike

NEW YORK (Fox News) - The S&P 500 ended slightly lower on Wednesday pressured by the financial sector after the Federal Reserve announced a widely expected interest rate hike but kept its rate outlook for coming years even as it projected…

Omarosa Resigns from Trump Administration Job

WASHINGTON (Fox News) - “Apprentice” star turned White House official Omarosa Manigault Newman will leave the Trump administration next month, according to the White House. “Omarosa Manigault Newman resigned yesterday to pursue other opportunities,” White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders…

Minnesota Sees Increase in Snowy Owl Sightings

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Experts say the availability of food is driving snowy owls to Minnesota and the Great Lakes in greater numbers this season. Minnesota Public Radio reports that snow owls feed on lemmings when they're breeding. An…

Heavy Snow, Poor Road Conditions Cause Blatnik to Close

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Northbound lanes of the Blatnik Bridge were closed Wednesday afternoon after numerous crashes. Authorities closed the bridge just after 4 p.m., after multiple traffic incidents were reported due to weather conditions and poor road conditions. The bridge…

Truck Breaks Through Ice on Grand Lake

SAGINAW, Minn. - Early Wednesday afternoon, the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office responded to the report of a truck going through the ice on Grand Lake. According to authorities, the incident happened just after 12:33 p.m. The report indicated that…

T-Mobile to Launch TV Service Next Year

NEW YORK (AP) — T-Mobile is launching a TV service next year, becoming the latest company to marry wireless and video. The service will target people who aren’t interested in traditional cable and satellite TV packages. T-Mobile promises to address…

UMD Athletic Director Signs Contract Extension

DULUTH, Minn. - The University of Minnesota Duluth and Athletic Director Josh Berlo, have agreed to a two-year contract extension. The extension would put his contract that he signed in…

Partnership Provides Narcan to UW Campuses

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The overdose-reversing drug Narcan will be available for use by security officers on all University of Wisconsin campuses. Attorney General Brad Schimel joined the UW System President Ray Cross to make the announcement Wednesday. A partnership…

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