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Aging Tree Lit Final Time Before Being Replaced

SUPERIOR, Wis. - The city of Superior celebrated the lighting of its holiday tree a tree that won't be there next year. Santa Claus stopped by to help turn the tree bright with lights outside…

Thanksgiving Buffet At The DECC Details

DULUTH, Minn. -- If you don't have Thanksgiving plans, you can head over to the DECC and grab a free Thanksgiving meal on Thursday. This year, ham is on the menu instead of turkey. Organizers say this is because of…

Lester River Sawmill Changes Ownership After 42 Years

RICE LAKE TOWNSHIP, Minn.--A locally owned sawmill, that's been around since 1980, has changed ownership and there's plans to expand it's product. The Lester River Sawmill in Rice Lake Township has been a…

Duluth Shelter Sees Several Animals Abandoned Outside, Says Abuse And Neglect Of Pets Is Rising

DULUTH, Minn. -- Animal Allies says it's seeing a disturbing trend pick up: more abuse and neglect cases of Northland pets. The Duluth-based animal shelter made two posts on Facebook just this week about pets being abandoned. In the first…

Downtown Duluth Traffic Advisory During Gobble Gallop Races

DULUTH, Minn. -- If you're not trotting the Gobble Gallop races on Thanksgiving, but plan to drive near Downtown Duluth, here's what you need to know. On Thursday, November 24, the Gobble Gallop Races will take place in Downtown Duluth.…

After Midterms, States Weighing Abortion Protections, Bans

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Democrats hope to use their newfound political control in some states to guarantee that women have access to abortion, while some GOP strongholds may temper their efforts to deepen restrictions after poorer-than-expected results in the midterms. Even after their gains this…

Downtown Duluth: Small Business Saturday Specials

DULUTH, Minn. -- If you plan on participating in Small Business Saturday on November 26, Downtown Duluth released a list of member businesses who are participating. A Place for Fido: 10am to 9pm, Raffle entry with purchase Bookstore at Fitger's: 10am…

Coffee Conversation: Vineyard Church to hold Blue Christmas Service

DULUTH, Minn. -- The Vineyard Church to hold a Blue Christmas Service for those dealing with loss and grief this holiday season. Associate Pastors, Brian Brinkert and Becca Eastvold, joined FOX21 on the morning show to talk about the meaning…

Thanksgiving 2022: What’s Closed, What’s Open And Where To Dine

(FOX 9) -- For years, major retailers like Walmart and Target opened their doors on Thanksgiving, giving shoppers a head start on Black Friday madness or a place to buy last-minute items for the dinner table. The pandemic has led to a change…

Walmart Manager Opens Fire In Break Room, Killing 6

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (AP) — A Walmart manager opened fire on fellow employees in the break room of a Virginia store, killing six people in the country’s second high-profile mass shooting in four days, police and a witness said Wednesday. The…

Glensheen Mansion Hosts Christmas Preview

DULUTH, Minn. -- At the Glensheen Mansion in Duluth, members got an exclusive preview of the Christmas decorations displayed in every room around the beautiful estate. Embracing the tradition of a magnificent Christmas at…

The DECC Is Prepping For Thanksgiving

DULUTH, Minn -- It's a job that some people may not like. For others it's the exact opposite John McDonald, a chef at Mid Coast Catering is one person who enjoys potato peeling. McDonald…

School In Cloquet Recognized Nationally For Academic Improvement And Success

Cloquet, MINN. -- The Churchill Elementary School in Cloquet held a celebration on Tuesday after it was recognized as one of the 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools. It's one of 297 in the country,…

Holiday Fire Safety Tips

DULUTH, Minn. - House fires killed 16 people in Minnesota over the holiday season last year, 12 taking place between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Fire risks rise during the winter months due to an increase of…

Vacant Superior Council Seat To Be Filled In April Special Election

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior city councilors voted Tuesday to wait until a special election in April to fill now-former councilor Warren Bender's seat who resigned suddenly a week ago. Bender cited a medical issue for…

'Abusive Clergy List' Released By Catholic Diocese Of Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The Catholic Diocese of Superior released its list late Tuesday of "abusive clergy who have substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of a minor." The list of 23 names comes after three clergy file reviews over the past…

Dec. 8 Concert At Pier B To Benefit 'Best Christmas Ever' Organization

DULUTH, Minn.--If you like Christmas, live music, and helping others, there's a fundraiser event happening at Pier B Resort Hotel on Dec. 8. The Laura Velvet Band and Big Wave Dave and the…

Biden To Extend Student Loan Pause As Court Battle Drags On

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden announced Tuesday that his administration will extend a pause on federal student loan payments while the White House fights a legal battle to save his plan to cancel portions of the debt. “It isn’t fair…

Jay Cooke State Park To Partially Close For Hunt Dec. 3-7

CARLTON, Minn. -- Jay Cooke State Park will be partially closed for a special hunt taking place early in December. The closure for a muzzleloader rifle hunt and staff decided to limit access to parts of the park to protect…

Supreme Court OKs Handover Of Trump Tax Returns To Congress

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday cleared the way for the imminent handover of former President Donald Trump’s tax returns to a congressional committee after a three-year legal fight. The court, without comment, rejected Trump’s plea for an order that…

US Renews Push For COVID Boosters As Data Show They Protect

(AP) -- Americans who got the updated COVID-19 booster shots are better protected against symptomatic infection than those who haven’t — at least for now, U.S. health officials said Tuesday. Updated boosters rolled out by Pfizer and rival Moderna in…

‘It’s The Reflex’: Veteran Helped Disarm Gunman At Gay Club

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — When army veteran Rich Fierro realized a gunman was spraying bullets inside the club where he had gathered with friends and family, instincts from his military training immediately kicked in. First, he ducked to avoid…

Coffee Conversation: Rafe Carlson Presents Veterans Tribute Song

DULUTH, Minn. -- Local Musician Rafe Carlson tributes his new song, A Place To Fall, to veterans and service members. Carlson played his new song live at FOX21 and talked about the meaning behind it. [field59_video account="KQDS" key="2b693d9aa657499da571a58dc5ef0a501a9ded39" vtitle="kqds1-Tue_Nov_22_08_00 -…