(FOX 9) - The company sued by the U.S. Department of Labor for using child labor at slaughterhouses and meat processing facilities in Minnesota and seven other states paid over $1.5 million in penalties on Friday, according to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).…
Duluth, Minn -- It's been just a month and a half since Ida Rukavina was appointed commissioner of the IRRRB. For most of that time, she has been in St. Paul talking with legislators…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the violent arrest and death of Tyre Nichols, with his mother saying afterward that none of them would look her in the…
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in the Northland, Fox 21’s Maria Vollom has the rundown for you.
DULUTH, Minn. -- Ojibwe Winter Games returns to UMD for second year, displaying traditional Ojibwe games and experiences for students and community members. Iris Carufel, Assistant Director of UMD's American Indian Learning Resource Center, joined FOX21 on Friday's morning newscast…
DULUTH, Minn. – Gov. Tim Walz declared Feb. 16 Beer Day in Minnesota. That means breweries in Duluth were celebrating with specials. The Minnesota Craft Brewers Associations said it’s a day to celebrate not just…
DULUTH, Minn.--The Boys and Girls Clubs held their annual Youth of the Year event at Clyde Iron Works. Two boys gave speeches on their experiences and lessons learned while at the clubs. The speeches were…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Nearly all Minnesota workers would be entitled to paid sick leave under a plan moving through the Legislature that’s aimed at the roughly one-third whose employers don’t already give them time off when they’re ill.…
MIDDLETON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers’ budget leaves the University of Wisconsin System about $130 million short of what regents say they need to run their campuses over the next two years, raising questions about whether they may raise…
MINNESOTA -- The Minnesota DNR has announced the first Eagle egg of the 2023 season is here. The egg came around 12:30 Wednesday afternoon and the DNR says there may be more eggs coming within the next few days. As…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Thursday that the U.S. is developing “sharper rules” to track, monitor and potentially shoot down unknown aerial objects, following three weeks of high-stakes drama sparked by the discovery of a suspected Chinese spy balloon transiting…
DULUTH, Minn. -- The 56th Annual Duluth Sport Show is coming to the DECC this weekend. The show features many different opportunities truly making it feel like you are in the great outdoors. From hunting, fishing, camping, traveling gear and…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Eli Hart's mother Julissa Thaler has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering her 6-year-old son on May 20, 2022. Thaler was sentenced Thursday, Feb. 16, to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being convicted of…
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — The man who shot eight students at Michigan State University, killing three, had two handguns that were purchased legally but not registered, police said Thursday. The 9 mm guns and ammunition were found with Anthony McRae when…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Inaugural 218 Days event to take place Saturday, Feb. 18 highlighting what makes the 218 area code a unique place to live, work, and visit. Sara Zeleznikar, Director of Sales at Odyssey Resorts, is the mind behind…
DULUTH, Minn. -- In February the last thing we expect is rain, and for businesses like ski resorts it's not ideal. Spirit Mountain in Duluth is prepared for all different types of challenges. Every…
UMD and UWS sent emails to students, faculty and staff to offer support and guidance following the fatal Michigan State University shooting. The following message was sent by UMD Interim Chancellor Dave McMillan: "The events of last evening at Michigan…
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- A working smoke alarm is being credited for alerting a woman about a fire in her home. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. Wednesday on the 1500 block of East 5th Street. The woman and her…
DULUTH, Minn. - "Today, the U.S. is Norway's most important ally," Chief of the Norwegian Home Guard, Elisabeth Michelsen says. It's been five decades since two generals, one from the United States and the other…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth's Jungle Boy Boxing has announced a pro boxing match at The Garden in Canal Park next month. Zach Walters, head coach of Jungle Gym in downtown Duluth told FOX 21…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth police are asking for the public's help in identifying a robbery suspect who they say targeted the Kwik Trip on the 4200 block Grand Avenue at 1:15 a.m. Wednesday. The following…
The effort to remember Native American women who have been murdered or are missing was the focus of a community event in Duluth Tuesday. But the issue of violence affects not only women, but…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Minnesota National Guard is responding to Clay County, Minnesota, where vehicles have been left stranded during a blizzard warning along Interstate 94 between Fergus Falls and Moorhead. In a news release on Wednesday, Sen. Rob Kupec says Gov. Tim…
DULUTH, Minn. -- A man is in jail after threatening a security officer with an edged weapon in the East Hillside neighborhood, according to the Duluth Police Department. The police department says the incident occurred on Wednesday at 8 a.m.…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - PolyMet Mining and Teck Resources finalized a joint venture Wednesday to complete the copper-nickel mine that PolyMet has been developing in northeastern Minnesota, and the partnership hopes to eventually build a separate mine next door in an…
(FOX 9) - More than a year after hearing oral arguments, the Minnesota Supreme Court has reached a decision on a highly anticipated case regarding voting rights for convicted felons. On Wednesday, the state's highest court published its opinion, declining to overturn a Minnesota law…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Former police officer, now country artist, Frank Ray is set to perform at AMSOIL Arena alongside popular band Old Dominion. Country music band Old Dominion is bringing its "No Bad…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Jazzy Classy Queery will showcase all things jazz and soul music, glamour, performances, art and luxury in the Minnesota Ballet’s Studio Four at the Duluth Depot. Diona Johnson and Josh Nickila will be performing with their band,…
DULUTH, Minn. -- St. Luke's is celebrating the opening of a new multi-million-dollar OB-GYN clinic and lab in Downtown Duluth. The $5.2 million renovation project involved a total renovation of the third floor of…
NORTHLAND -- School delays and closings. (2/15) Ashland School District: Closed, No evening activities. South Shore School District: Closed Solon Springs Schools: Closed
