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Death Toll from Southeast Tornadoes Rises to 21

ALBANY, Ga. (AP) - The death toll from a weekend outbreak of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms int he Southeast has increased to at least 21. A 77-year-old woman in southwest Georgia died form storm-related injuries, Thrusday night, at a hospital.…

Minnesota Poultry Farmers Warily Watch Bird Flu Outbreaks

ST. PAUL (AP) - Poultry farmers in Minnesota are cautiously watching the spread of bird flu in Europe and Asia. Minnesota Public Radio reports that the World Health Organization is on "high alert" because the bird flu virus has been…

Becoming a Mascot at UMD

DULUTH, Minn. - Champ the Bulldog is a staple at University of Minnesota Duluth athletic events and community gatherings. This week, FOX 21 got the chance to gear up with Champ. UMD Senior, Taylor Korum, is the lead Champ and…

Court Orders Wisconsin Legislature to Redraw Maps

MADISON (AP) - A panel of federal judges has ordered the Wisconsin Legislature to redraw legislative boundaries by November, rejecting calls form those challenging the maps to have the judges do the work. The three-judge panel released its decision in…

Seventh Avenue East Shooting Update

DULUTH, Minn.-New information has come out in the shooting that occurred yesterday afternoon at Seventh Avenue East and Fourth Street. The Duluth Police told Fox 21 they believe 17-year-old male victim…

Cult Leader Victor Barnard Now Appealing Criminal Case

(KMSP - Fox 9) - Minnesota cult leader Victor Barnard is appealing his criminal conviction in which he plead guilty to sexually molesting tow of his teenage followers. As part of a plea bargain, Barnard had agreed to a 30…

Wisconsin Republicans Ask for Review of Road Project Costs

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Assembly Republican leaders are asking the state Department of Transportation for a review of costs for recently completed, ongoing, and planned projects. The letter sent Friday to DOT Secretary Dave Ross, comes after release of an…

Hibbing Murder Update

HIBBING, Minn.-A Grand Rapids man accused of murder has been ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation before going to trial. 32-year-old Benjamin Lundquist has been charged with second-degree murder for his connection to the Jan. 17 stabbing death of…

Man Charged with Killing Pregnant Eagan Woman

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) - A Brooklyn Park man is charged with killing the woman pregnant with his child. Senicha Lessman was found dead in her Eagan townhome by her mother, Margi Lessman, Tuesday afternoon. A criminal complaint states her throat…

Twin Ports Tonight Taping More Shows

DULUTH, Minn. -  This weekend you have a chance to be part of a local late night talk show. Twin Ports Tonight is taping episodes 10-12 at Teatro Zuccone on Saturday,…

Duluth Police Investigate Robbery

DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Police are investigating a robbery. On Thursday, January 26 at 7:55 p.m., Duluth Police responded to the 1300 block of Highland Village Drive on a report of a robbery. No one is in custody at this…

Weekend Spotlight: Jan 27-29

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Police Hold Parent Summit in Virginia

Virginia, Minn Parents are raising kids in uncharted territory, as social media is making it easier for kids to get access to drugs. Community leaders in Virginia are hoping to help parents…

Fungus Killing Northern Minnesota Bats

Somewhere between 8,000-12,000 bats call the Soudan Underground Mine home, but a wide spreading fungus is hurting their numbers. The fungus known as white nose syndrome grows on the bat's muzzle and causes…

Superior's 'Chicken Spur' To Close Friday

[gtxvideo vid='RIm8yYcZ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RIm8yYcZ.jpg' vtitle='Chicken Closing'] SUPERIOR, Wis. - A longtime Superior gas station known for its fresh chicken and hometown feel is being forced to shut down. The family of the Hammond Spur, or "Chicken Spur" as its best known,…

Dayton Signs Premium Relief Bill

ST. PAUL - Governor Mark Dayton today signed Chapter 2, SF 1 to provide an automatic 25-percent reduction in health insurance premiums for the more than 125,000 Minnesotans facing significant premium increases in the individual market. The following is a…

Teachers of the Year Nominated

  DULUTH, Minn.-Four local teachers have been nominated for Minnesota's Teacher of the Year. Annette Petersmyer, and Sheila Shusterich of Duluth, along with Kristen Kilpo of Proctor and…

3 Charged in Millville Gun Shop Robbery; 75 Guns Stolen

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Three people are charged with stealing about 75 firearms from a Millville gunshop in September and trying to sell them. A federal indictment unsealed this week, charged 38-year-old Alex Boyd, 30-year-old Sasha Marie Erdner, and 19-year-old Trinity…

Duluth Outdoor and Indoor Skating Rinks Set to Reopen

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Parks and Recreation will re-open Bayfront Family Center and ice rink tomorrow, Friday, January 27, from 1-8 p.m. for those looking for some outdoor fun. A bonfire with marshmallow roasting and free hot chocolate will…

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