North Shore Scenic Railroad Prepares Trains for Winter
DULUTH, Minn. - As the leaves continue to fall of trees and temperatures stay chilly, many of us are getting ready for winter. Some museums in town are also making a transition…
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Naloxone "Narcan" Training For Medical Professionals Held In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn- Medical professionals in Duluth are getting some hands on training with Narcan. It's a drug that can save lives by reversing the effects of an opioid overdose. Pharmacists, dentists, nurses,…
Superior's Hampton In Celebrates Ribbon Cutting
SUPERIOR, Wis- Monday, the City of Superior is celebrating a newly built Hampton Inn. The hotel is located on highway 53 across from the Perkins. This is the third hotel in…
Police Still Seek Information For Woman Found Severely Burned
DULUTH Minn- We are learning more about the woman that was found on fire, and critically injured on Hwy 23 near Duluth last week. 24 year old Jaclyn Arnold works as…
Best Christmas Ever is Seeking Family Nominations
DULUTH, Minn. - This year Best Christmas Ever has a goal of blessing 100 families with a perfect Christmas. BCE is a group dedicated to providing families who have fallen on…
Detour in Place on Superior Street for Water Main Project
DULUTH, Minn. - The City of Duluth Public Works and Utilities Department is informing the public of a temporary detour on Superior Street at 15th Avenue East. The detours begins today, Oct. 24 and is necessary for a water main…
Beastie Bash Expected to Bring Big Bucks for Friends of Animals Humane Society
CLOQUET, Minn. - This weekend many Northlanders will be supporting shelter animals from Friends of Animals Humane Society. The Annual Beastie Bash is being held at the Black Bear Otter Creek Event…
Truck Vandalized Near Makinen, Minn.
VIRGINIA, Minn. - The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance for information involving the vandalism of a truck on Sunday, Oct. 22. According to police, a white, 2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD pickup truck was shot…
150 Positions Eliminated at Blandin Paper Mill
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-The Blandin paper mill is closing one of its machines near Grand Rapids, which will cost that area 150 positions. The closure is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2018. The company, which is owned…
Lake Superior Zoo's New CEO Eliminates 12 Positions
DULUTH, Minn. -- Twelve positions at the cash-strapped Lake Superior Zoo were eliminated Monday. It's the first big restructuring move that the zoo’s CEO, Erik Simonson, has made since…
New Shop in Carlton Offers Handcrafted Goods and Gifts
CARLTON, Minn. - As the season of gift giving soon returns, many of us may think of big box stores for the latest and greatest gadgets and goods. However,…
Area Goodwills hold Halloween sales
DULUTH, Minn. - Halloween is just around the corner, and many folks still haven't picked out their costumes yet. So, if you need some help, Goodwill stores in the Twin Ports…
Earned sick and safe time advocates express disappointment with Duluth City Council
DULUTH, Minn. - Supporters of earned sick and safe time showed up at the Duluth City Council meeting to express disappointment in the council's decision to postpone hearing recommendations from the earned sick and safe time task force. Last year,…
Wisconsin Man Claims to Have Made World's Largest Ball of Twine
HIGHLAND, Wis. - A Highland man claims to have made the world's largest ball of twine. He's been working on it for thirty-eight years and says the twine ball now…
Winter Preparation Tips
DULUTH, Minn.- It's been a warm October in the Northland, but we could be seeing some now later in the week. FOX21 has winter preparation tips. Northlanders are use to…
Man Shot By Police Officer in Ashland
ASHLAND, Wis. - A man has been taken to the hospital Monday evening after being shot by a police officer in Ashland. According to Mayor Debra Lewis, two Ashland police officers responded to the 400 block of West Main Street…
Cloquet Pedestrian Struck, Killed Described As 'Strong and Loyal'
CLOQUET, Minn. - The pedestrian who was struck and killed by a vehicle while walking Sunday morning has been identified as 66-year-old LaVonna Prevost of Cloquet, according to the Cloquet Police…
Checking Chimneys before Chilly Temps
DULUTH, Minn.- It's the time of year homeowners should begin prepping for colder temperatures, which includes checking the chimney. Having your chimney inspected helps prevent household fires. Chimney inspectors clear obstructions such…
Limitless Candles Prepares Young Adults for Work
DULUTH, Minn.- Life House is launching a new social enterprise business, through its in house job training the Legitimate Hustle Program. The project, Limitless Candles, gives young…
Solon Springs Airport Makes Upgrades
SOLON SPRINGS, Wis. - The Solon Springs airport recently made some big upgrades and more improvements could be coming soon. The runway was completely replaced last year. More recently, the…
Judge Overturns Record Verdict in Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Trial
(CNN) - Judges in two separate cases have ruled in favor of pharma giant Johnson & Johnson, overturning large financial judgments awarded to plaintiffs who believe the company's Baby Powder and Shower to Shower powder products caused their ovarian cancer.…
Wisconsin Drug Take Back Day Oct. 28
WISCONSIN - On Saturday, Oct. 28, the public is invited to safely dispose of their unwanted medications, both prescription and over-the-counter to Drug Take Back locations across the state. Drug Take Back Day is a partnership with the Wisconsin Department…
Crandon Officer Uses 'Deadly Force' During Struggle
CRANDON, Wis. (AP) - Crandon police say an officer has used "deadly force" during a struggle following a traffic stop. Authorities say the officer stopped a vehicle about 10:30 p.m. Sunday and a struggle began with a man inside. State…
Future of King Salmon Uncertain in Great Lakes
DETROIT (AP) - King salmon has helped create a multibillion dollar sport fishery in the Great Lakes, but ripple effects of invasive species have left the fish's future less certain. The Detroit Free Press reports that the king, or chinook,…
Chester Bowl Improvement Club to Host Ski Lottery
DULUTH, Minn. - As the temperatures cool down many are starting to think about winter sports. The Chester Bowl Improvement Club offers a unique approach to renting out gear. They actually rent…
Douglas County Historical Society Celebrates Halloween with Movies and Play
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Halloween is just about a week away and the Douglas County Historical Society is celebrating with two fun events. The first is the Annual Monsterrific Halloween Movie Night…
What Deer Hunters Can Expect This Season in Minnesota
Thanks to mild winters and conservative hunting regulations, which have resulted in rebounding deer populations across Minnesota, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Firearm deer season opens on Saturday, Nov. 4 with 130 permit areas across the state. For…
Amazon Says It Received 238 Proposals for 2nd Headquarters
NEW YORK (AP) - Amazon said Monday that it received 238 proposals from cities and regions in the United States, Canada, and Mexico hoping to be the home of the company's second headquarters. The online retailer kicked off its hunt…
Hartley Nature Center Hosts Outdoor Halloween Event for Families
DULUTH, Minn. - This weekend superheroes, cartoon characters, witches and many more costumed kiddos will be filling Hartley Park. It's all for the nature center's annual Howl-O-Ween event. Families will look for…
