Local business man holds toy drive for second year
DULUTH, Minn. - With Christmas coming up just around the bend, some families have a hard time putting gifts under the trees. One local business man is trying to help out those…
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Hucklebeary Pop-Up Offers Unique Goods, Services
DULUTH, Minn. - The Greater Downtown Council in Duluth is once again sponsoring three local business owners this holiday season, giving them a free space to set up a storefront from November through…
UWS Yellowjacket Student Athletes Caroling For Cans
SUPERIOR, Wis. -About 300 student athletes from University of Wisconsin-Superior (UWS) were out in Superior going door-to-door singing your favorite Christmas carols. They're caroling for cans, so they can donate non-perishable…
Northland Commemorates Pearl Harbor On the 76th Anniversary
DULUTH, Minn. - Dec. 7, 1941, is a date that many will never forget. It's the 76th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Every year the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)…
Duluth Fifth Graders Learn About STEM
DULUTH, Minn. - Fifth graders at Duluth Public Schools are dabbling into science, technology, engineering and math, also known as STEM. This week students visited the 148th Fighter Wing to use technology that real scientists use like 3–d printers, rovers and robots. The…
Christmas Bazaar Held Today
DULUTH, Minn.-With the holiday shopping season in full swing, that means the giving season is here too. Today, the annual St. Scholastica Monastery Christmas Bazaar was held to fulfill all your shopping needs, while also giving back to a good…
Congressional Candidate Pete Stauber Has New Campaign Headquarters
HERMANTOWN, Minn.-Congressional candidate Pete Stauber has some new digs in Hermantown. The republican, who's trying to unseat Rep. Rick Nolan, had a grand opening for his campaign headquarters today at 4690 Miller…
WisDOT Warns of Difficult Travel for Friday Afternoon
WISCONSIN - The first major snowfall is expected to hit areas of northern Wisconsin Friday, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to be cautious and plan ahead when traveling. While snow has already impacted some northern areas…
Public Invited to Skate with Santa and Rudolph on Dec. 13
DULUTH, Minn. - The public is invited to join Santa, Rudolph and friends for a free ice skating party at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center on Wednesday, Dec. 13. The event will take place from 6:30-8 p.m. Crafts, treats, science…
Wisconsin Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Texas Child Sex Sting
HOUSTON (AP) - Prosecutors say a Wisconsin man must serve 11 years in federal prison for traveling to Texas with the intention of having sex with a 4-year-old girl. Benjamin David Sherwood of La Crosse, Wisconsin, was sentenced Thursday…
Census Data Shows More Minnesota Residents are Multilingual
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Data from the U.S. Census Bureau show that Minnesota is seeing a growing number of residents who speak multiple languages. Minnesota Public Radio reports that data shows more than 11 percent of Minnesota residents don't…
New Mexico School Shooting Leaves 2 Students, Suspect Dead
AZTEC, N.M. (AP) — A shooting at a New Mexico high school left…
St. Louis County Sheriff's Office Welcomes New K-9 Officer
DULUTH, Minn. - The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is welcoming their newest member, an 18-month old German Shepard from the Czech Republic. K-9 Wesson…
Wisconsin Senator Calls for Elections, Ethics Resignations
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Latest on Attorney General Brad Schimel’s report on Gov. Scott Walker investigation (all times local): 2:15 p.m. A Republican state senator is calling for the resignations of top officials at the Wisconsin ethics and elections…
Superior Police Department Awarded Domestic, Sexual Violence Grant
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Superior Police Department announced Thursday that it has been awarded a U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) grant totaling over $440,900 over the next three…
Eveleth-area Nonprofits Awarded Over $10,000 in Grants
EVELETH, Minn. - Eveleth area nonprofit groups have been awarded more than $10,000 for projects including tutoring, social services, youth activities, and education. The Eveleth Area Community Foundation Fund issued to awards as part of its 2017 grant round. The…
Michigan Doctor Gets 60-Year Prison Sentence for Child Porn
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — An elite Michigan sports doctor who possessed child pornography and assaulted gymnasts was sentenced Thursday to 60 years in federal prison in one of three criminal cases that ensure he will never be free again.…
Mixing Up Holiday Cocktails with Vikre Distillery
DULUTH, Minn. - In this week's Cooking Connection, FOX 21's Brett Scott stopped by Vikre Distillery located in Duluth's Canal Park to test out a few holiday cocktails. Visitor Experience and…
Kangaroo Visits FOX 21 Ahead of Ice Fishing Show
DULUTH, Minn. - The Arrowhead Ice Fishing and Winter Show is opening up Friday at the DECC. A big attraction will be an exhibit full of exotic animals. Kevin Vogel, the…
Northland Doctors Discuss Ethical Patient Care
DULUTH, Minn.- Northland medical professionals are discussing ethical issues when treating patients with pain or addiction. The goal of the Medical Ethics Conference is to make sure patients are being treated fairly.…
Rise in Impaired Driving During Holiday Season
DULUTH, Minn.-Last year in Minnesota 74 people died due to alcohol involved crashes, on Wednesday 74 holiday gifts were handed out at the University of Minnesota Duluth. The event is part of the Towards…
Superior Carnegie Library has Purchase Offer
SUPERIOR, Wis.-The Carnegie Library has received a purchase offer from a North Carolina architect. The building has sat vacant since 1991, 90 years after it was first built. The building could be sold for $125,000. Bob Swanson, of the Friends…
Aerial Lift Bridge Malfunction Causes Brief Delay
DULUTH, Minn. -The Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge is raised and lowered a lot. But just like any piece of equipment the bridge can malfunction. Last Friday a 1,000 foot ship couldn't pass…
Midday Update 12-7-17
An update on local news and weather.
Sen. Al Franken Announces His Resignation Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
WASHINGTON - Senator Al Franken has announced his resignation from the United States Senate. During a scheduled speech on the senate floor, Senator Al Franken announced he…
Morning Update 12-7-17
An update on local news and weather.
Franken Faces New Allegations, Weighing Future
WASHINGTON-Minnesota Democrat Al Franken, facing fresh allegations of sexual misconduct and vanishing support from fellow Democrats, appears to be on the brink of resigning from the Senate. Franken scheduled an announcement for Thursday at 10:45 a.m. which will be aired…
Man Finds 22-Year-Old Message in Bottle in Lake Superior
It's a story of friendship made in a way that you just don't hear about often, and a message that took more than two decades…
7th annual Evening of the ARTS for CHOICE, unlimited
DULUTH, Minn. - Wednesday was the 7th annual Evening of the ARTS for Choice, unlimited. Choice, unlimited is a day program that helps adults with disabilities find employment and inclusion in their local…
