Proctor High School Students Organize Career Fair
PROCTOR, Minn.-- It was career day for students at Proctor high school today, a great way for teens to learn about different paths as they are years or just months away from…
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Lake Superior Zoo Taking Measures to Prevent Spread of Avian Flu
DULUTH, Minn. - As cases of a new strain of bird flu increase across the country, the Lake Superior Zoo is doing its part to keep its winged habitants safe. Lizzy Larson,…
Homegrown Preparing for In Person Return, Needs More Volunteers
DULUTH, Minn. - The Twin Ports’ largest music festival is getting ready to return in person. Homegrown begins May 1 and will feature around 200 musical acts over eight days across several dozen venues…
Wolf Fair & Art Exhibit at Lake Superior College
DULUTH, Minn. - Erickson Library at Lake Superior College played host to a wolf fair Tuesday. Representatives from the International Wolf Center, the Wildlife Science Center, Timber Wolf Alliance, Wildwoods, and the…
COVID-19, Overdoses Pushed US To Highest Death Total Ever
NEW YORK (AP) — 2021 was the deadliest year in U.S. history, and new data and research are offering more insights into how it got that bad. The main reason for the increase in deaths? COVID-19, said Robert Anderson, who…
Box Truck Explodes On Minnesota Highway
SPRING LAKE PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - A collision from a car overshooting an onramp and into oncoming traffic caused a fiery accident that left several injured Monday afternoon. The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash involving a passenger car…
Midday Update 4-12-22
Here's your Midday Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama.
Essentia Health: What Is A Child Life Specialist?
DULUTH, Minn. - JoHanna Orman joined FOX 21's Dan Hanger during the 8 a.m. hour of the morning show to talk about Essentia Health's Child Life Specialists and what they do for kids…
Morning Update 4-12-22
Here's your Morning Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama.
Legalizing Medical Marijuana In Wisconsin Gets First Public Hearing
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A Republican-authored bill to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin will be getting its first public hearing next week, achieving one goal of backers even though the measure will not pass this year. The Legislature has adjourned…
Plea Deal Rejected By 3 Ex-Officers In George Floyd's Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Prosecutors have revealed that they offered plea deals to three former Minneapolis police officers charged with aiding and abetting the murder of George Floyd, but say the defendants rejected them. Judge Peter Cahill held a Monday evening…
Zeitgeist Excited To Launch 'North By North International Film Festival'
DULUTH, Minn. – Excitement is building for the first film festival at Zeitgeist Arts Center in Duluth later this month. The North by North International Film Festival will feature 80 films by up-and-coming filmmakers…
Duluth Council Unanimously Supports State Surplus Money for 148th Fighter Wing in First In-Person Meeting in 2 Years
DULUTH, Minn.- After two years of virtual meetings Duluth's City Council returned to City Hall in person, where they unanimously showed support for using extra state funds to maintain and upgrade the 148th…
KYN: Benders Shoes New Location in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - "Ever since we came to Duluth we've had really good customer interaction. They've been really happy with the service we provide and the products we bring," Benders Shoes Owner, Craig Bender says.…
Duluth Ukulele Community Strum Jam Session
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Ukulele Community Strum group got together tonight for a jam session, as they do every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. The group formed five years ago, and plays…
Duluth Woman Flies To Poland-Ukraine Border With Medical Supplies For Refugees
DULUTH, Minn. - A Duluthian born and raised in Ukraine left the Duluth International Airport Monday for the border of Poland and Ukraine with all types of medical supplies as Russian forces continue their deadly…
Duluth Fire Dept: Sunday Grass Fire a Reminder Brush Burns Easier in Spring
DULUTH, Minn.- A brush fire Sunday out in Gary New Duluth is a reminder, firefighters say, that we're entering one of the seasons where grass and wildland fires are common. According to firefighters out…
The Duluth Lions Club Pancake Day Event is Back May 5th
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Lions Club's annual Pancake Day is back for it's 63rd year. Last held 2019, pancake day is one of the lions club's biggest fundraisers raising money for programs that assist…
St. Lukes Looking for COVID-19 Study Participants
DULUTH, Minn.-- St. Lukes has partnered with the CDC and five other research sites for a study that will look into how COVID-19 moves through populations of people. St. Lukes is welcoming…
CHUM to Give Away Three-Hundred Easter Hams
DULUTH, Minn.-- A juicy ham is typically a staple in the dinner table during Easter Sunday, and this week, the CHUM food shelf is handing them out to anyone who wants to take one…
New Tourism Campaign Titled "Love it Like We Do"
DULUTH, Minn.-- A new marketing campaign for Duluth tourism debuted ahead of the summer season, with the rollout hosted by the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, at the DECC earlier today. The new…
Locally Owned Game Shop in Spirit Valley Neighborhood Closes It's Doors After 12 Years
DULUTH, Minn.--One of the only stores in Duluth where you can find a wide variety of games, was open for business for the last time today. Dungeon's end…
Biden Aims At ‘Ghost Gun’ Violence With New Federal Rule
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday took fresh aim at ghost guns, the privately made firearms without serial numbers that are increasingly cropping up in violent crimes, as he struggles to break past gun-control opposition to address firearm deaths. Speaking…
Midday Update 4-11-22
News and weather for this Monday, April 11 from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama.
Minneapolis Schools Shift to Longer Days to Make Up for Teachers Strike
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - As students in Minneapolis prepare for longer instructional days, one high school is asking for an exception. Starting Monday, 42 minutes will be added to the school day across the district. In addition, two weeks will be added…
Evers Vetoes More Than 40 Republican-Backed Bills
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has vetoed more than 40 Republican authored bills, while he signed a bipartisan measure that provides funding for the construction of…
Minnesota Plans To Pay Athletes For Academic Success
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The University of Minnesota plans to start paying its athletes for doing well in the classroom. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced the move Friday. The NCAA currently allows schools to…
Minneapolis Mural Of Pop Icon Prince To Be Finished In June
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A downtown Minneapolis mural honoring pop superstar Prince will be unveiled in June. Officials with the Crown Our Prince project say the painting is scheduled to begin on May…
Pj's Rescue Sets up Pet and Sip at Tap on Tower
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- If you enjoy getting a drink on a Sunday, picture doing it with puppies. Pj's rescue set up an event called Pet and Sip, to try to connect their animals with "fur-ever"…
Troop 25 Boy Scouts Giving Back In Conservation Service Project
DULUTH, Minn. -- Sunday evening over in West Duluth, Scouts of Troop 25 got together to continue working on their conservation service projects. Last spring the scouts visited the Sax-Zim Bog, and this spring,…
