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Northland Welcomes Home U.S. Air Force

DULUTH, Minn.-- It was a heartwarming scene at the Duluth 148 Fighter wing. As family and friends gather in anticipation for the return of the U.S Air Force. Family and friends gathering in pride and…

Construction Work on Vision Northland Nearing Completion

DULUTH, Minn. - It’s been nearly three years since Essentia Health broke ground on Vision Northland. Construction work is ongoing on the 19-story structure, but the end is in sight. “The project is on…

Prep Work for Pop-Up CoLab Space Continues

DULUTH, Minn. - Nine businesses will be taking up space in several downtown Duluth buildings starting next week. The Greater Downtown Council and the Duluth 1200 Fund selected them as part of their Pop-Up…

Sidewalk Sales Brings Storefronts to the Streets of Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- You may have shopped Duluth's Sidewalk Days a few weeks ago, but if you cross the bridge this week, Superior businesses are taking to the streets. People can stop, shop, and…

Senate Passes Bill To Boost Computer Chip Production In US

WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill designed to encourage more semiconductor companies to build chip plants in the United States passed the Senate on Wednesday as lawmakers raced to finish work on a key priority of the Biden administration. The $280 billion measure, which awaits a House…

Fed Unleashes Another Big Rate Hike In Bid To Curb Inflation

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised its benchmark interest rate by a hefty three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in three decades to tame high inflation. The Fed’s move…

Ex-Cops Kueng, Thao Sentenced For Violating Floyd’s Right

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The last two former Minneapolis police officers who were convicted of violating George Floyd’s civil rights during his May 2020 killing were sentenced Wednesday in federal court to three and 3 1/2 years — penalties…

Duluthian From Ukraine Prepares For Another Aid Trip To War-Torn Country, Needs Donations

DULUTH, Minn. - Bogdana Krivogorsky, a Duluthian who was born and raised in Ukraine, talked to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger on the morning show Wednesday about her recent trips to the Poland-Ukraine border to bring all types of medical supplies…

Coffee Conversation: City On The Hill Music Festival Aug. 5, 6

DULUTH, Minn. -- The City On The Hill Music Fest is coming to Bayfront Festival Park Aug. 5 and 6, bringing together people of faith, fellowship and music. Local band Presence Music stopped by the morning show Wednesday to preview…

Cloquet: Apparent Overdose Caused Death Of 16 Year-Old Boy

CLOQUET, Minn. -- A teenage boy is dead due to an apparent overdose in Cloquet, according to the Cloquet Police Department. The CPD says officials responded Wednesday to report of an apparent overdose at a house on Loop Drive involving…

Biden Tests Negative For COVID-19, Ends ‘Strict Isolation’

WASHINGTON (AP) — After isolating for five days with mild symptoms, President Joe Biden tested negative for COVID-19 and swiftly arranged a Rose Garden appearance on Wednesday to talk about his bout with a virus that has killed millions of people around the world…

2 Cops Face Sentencing For Violating George Floyd’s Rights

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The last two former Minneapolis police officers to be sentenced in federal court for violating George Floyd’s civil rights are scheduled to learn their penalties Wednesday, which could set in motion another round of plea deal discussions…

Great Outdoors: Heroes for Heroes Go Fishing

DULUTH, Minn. - Heroes Helping Heroes is a group that helps create a support system for first responders both active and retired, dealing with stress and mental health challenges in their professions. To do this,…

Teens With Guns: Duluth Leaders Talk About Why It's Happening More Often

DULUTH, Minn. -- Police and community leaders say they're concerned about the rise in gun violence in Duluth, and teens are contributing. This summer, teens were involved in a shooting in Canal Park,…

Fierce Hearts: Art by Animals Exhibit Open

DULUTH, Minn. - Tuesday was the opening day for the Fierce Hearts: Art by Animals exhibit at the St. Louis County Depot. The exhibit is made up of art created by the animals of Lake…

Two Overdose Incidents in Duluth Today: One Resulting in Death

DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Police Department reports that two overdose incidents took place in the Lakeside Neighborhood resulting in one death. The DPD says the incident occurred this morning on 54th Avenue and Glenwood street. Officers report arriving on…

Superior Police Sergeant Appears in Court for First Time since Bail Release

SUPERIOR, WI. -- Superior Police Sergeant Greg Swanson, who was charged with Homicide by Intoxicated use of a Vehicle, appeared in court today after his release last week on 15-thousand dollar cash bail. Swanson and his attorney Chris Gramstrup…

Duluth Holds 2nd Community Meeting as Part of Police Chief Search

DULUTH, Minn. - With Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken set to retire next week, the process to finding his replacement is ongoing. That includes hosting community meetings to give the public…

Superior Observes ADA Anniversary With Showcase of Resources

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior recognized the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with a mini expo at Center City Park. Around a half-dozen organizations were on hand to showcase their services that…

DPD Deputy Chief Laura Marquardt To Serve As Interim Chief

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department will be led by a woman for the first time in its history starting August 1. Mayor Emily Larson has appointed Deputy Chief Laura Marquardt to…

UPDATE: Wis. Sen. Janet Bewley Involved In Double-Fatal Crash In Ashland

UPDATE (July 26, 4:00p.m.) -- New details came out regarding what Wisconsin State Senator Janet Bewley was doing when she was involved in the fatal multi-vehicle accident in Ashland on July 22. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says one of their…

Two Duluth Residents Injured After Tire Crashed Into Vehicle

DULUTH, Minn. -- Two people were injured in West Duluth when a car tire came loose and crashed into their vehicle, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The patrol says the incident happened Monday afternoon when a car traveling northbound…

Trump And Pence Back In Washington For Rival Speeches

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump is returning to Washington on Tuesday for the first time since leaving office, delivering a speech hours after his Vice President Mike Pence, a potential 2024 rival, exhorted Republicans to stop looking backward. Trump’s appearance…