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Live Interview: WLSSD Talks Recycling, Reducing, Reusing On Earth Day
DULUTH, Minn. - AJ Axtell, environmental program coordinator at the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD), stopped by the 8 a.m. hour of FOX 21's morning show to talk about ways to be…
Duluth Police Confirm Bodies Found In East Hillside Home Were Result Of Murder-Suicide
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Police confirmed on Thursday that the five bodies found in an East Hillside home on Wednesday were the result of a murder-suicide committed by Brandon Taylor Cole-Skogstad, age 29. The victims are Sean Christopher Barry, age…
Verified GoFundMe Created For Funeral Expenses Of Duluth Murder-Suicide Victims
DULUTH, Minn. -- If you would like to support the loved ones of the family that was killed in a murder-suicide in Duluth on Wednesday, a GoFundMe has started where you can donate. FOX21 has confirmed that this GoFundMe is…
ISD 709 Releases Statement After Two Former Students Killed In Murder-Suicide
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Public Schools superintendent, John Magas, released a statement following the deaths of two young girls who were killed in a murder-suicide on Wednesday. 12-year-old Shiway Barry and 9-year-old Sadie Barry were two of the four…
City Leaders, Neighbors React to Murder-Suicide in East Hillside
DULUTH, Minn. -- There's a very somber feeling on East 12th Street the day following the incident that has now been confirmed a murder suicide. Duluth police Chief Mike Tusken spoke…
Kirby Commencements Continue at UMD
DULUTH, Minn. - Some UMD students planning to graduate next month are taking advantage of a program this week that gives them a more personal send off. The Kirby Commencement allows students to get…
Duluth Public Schools Begins New Strategic Plan Process
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth School District is ready to begin the process to create a new comprehensive strategic plan. Superintendent John Magas says they hired TeamWorks International to assist them. The…
Visit Duluth Opens New Visitor Center in Canal Park
DULUTH, Minn. - Visit Duluth is ready to open their new visitor center in Canal Park. The move from West Superior Street to Lake Avenue next to Flagship will continue to offer brochures,…
Family Confirms Facebook Confession Made By 1 of 5 Found Dead In Duluth Home
DULUTH, Minn. – An immediate family member of the five people found dead in a Duluth home Wednesday has confirmed to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger that the suspect in the crime, who was one…
Lake Superior Zoo's Longtime African Lion Dies
DULUTH, Minn.--The Lake Superior Zoo announced Thursday the passing of their male African lion, Leo. The lion was 14 1/2 years old, and called the zoo home for 13 years. He is survived by his two sisters, Lily and Malkia.…
Police: Five People Found Dead In Duluth Home
DULUTH, Minn. -- Five people and a dog were found dead inside a home on the 700-block of East 12th Street on Wednesday, according to the Duluth Police Department. What started off as a…
Suspect Dead After Officer-Involved Shooting In Chisholm
CHISHOLM, Minn. -- The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in the city of Chisholm. The shooting happened Wednesday morning after 7 a.m. on the 200 block of Central Avenue…
Bike Swap Returns to Continental Ski & Bike This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. - Those in need of a bike but may not want to purchase a new one can use an event this weekend in Duluth to hopefully find what they need. Continental Ski and…
Duluth Police Department Using 3D Cameras to Scan Accident, Crime Scenes
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department is highlighting equipment that is helping them document accident and crime scenes better. Last year they purchased three cameras that can scan an area of…
The Rambler Food Truck Begins New Season
DULUTH, Minn. - Another sign of spring in the Northland as The Rambler food truck had its first stop of their season Wednesday outside Cirrus. Event Coordinator Kesley Auran says they are one…
Bomb Threat Identical To Esko One Causes Evacuation Of Cloquet Middle And High Schools
CLOQUET, Minn. -- The Cloquet middle school and high school were evacuated on Wednesday after a bomb threat was called into the high school over the phone, and both buildings have now been given the all-clear by police. Cloquet police…
American Red Cross Provides Relief for Victims of Bayfield Area Fire
BAYFIELD, Wisc.--Disaster volunteers from the American Red Cross are stepping up to help those who lost everything, including the roof over their heads, after…
74 Apartments of Lincoln Park Flats Complete, Pre-Leased Ahead of June 1st Opening
DULUTH, Minn.- This summer West Superior Street will see more housing overlooking the lake, as the 4-story Lincoln Park Flats is all booked up ahead of its June 1st opening, about a year…
Superior Council Unanimously Approves Tourism Contract with Duluth-Based Swim Creative
SUPERIOR, Wis,- Superior City Councilors voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a tourism contract worth $250,000 to a marketing agency based out of Duluth called "Swim Creative." Superior Mayor Jim Paine says the choice…
Grandma's Marathon Weekend Live Entertainment Returning To Bayfront Park
DULUTH, Minn.- Grandma's Marathon is set to be even more of a party again this year, as live music will be returning to Bayfront Park on race weekend. Last year there was live music…
Duluth Parks and Rec Holds Youth Soccer Camp
DULUTH, Minn. - Through the Duluth Parks and Recreation, one UMD soccer player is helping give back to the youth soccer community. "I was asked by my boss to put on a soccer camp…
Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota puts on Family Night
DULUTH, Minn. - The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota put on an event tonight for families impacted by epilepsy. Held at the Duluth Children's Museum, the event was a way for families that deal with the…
DTA Lifts Mask Mandate
DULUTH, Minn. - The DTA announced Tuesday that it is lifting its mask mandate for riders after a federal judge ended it for all public transit Monday. Before the ruling by the judge, the CDC…
Lawn Care Preparation as Summer Approaches
DULUTH, Minn. - Green thumbs are patiently waiting for the last frost of the spring before they can start planting and taking care of the grass, and we are getting closer every day. Mike Letica…
Art Exhibition at Tweed Museum of Art
DULUTH, Minn. - Tuesday, UMD celebrated its annual student exhibition at the Tweed Museum of Art. The exhibition is work completed by art and design students from the past year. The theme this year was…
PolyMet Water Permit Appeal Will Be Heard By State Supreme Court
MINNESOTA -- The Minnesota Supreme Court will hear the appeal for PolyMet's water permit. The high court of the state will review the Minnesota Court of Appeals decision on the case that it made back in January. Environmental advocates and…
AEOA Needs Volunteers for Meals on Wheels
DULUTH, MN - The Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency is looking for volunteers to help them with the Meals on Wheels program. Every Monday through Friday they need 8…
S & J Everything Closing, Will Still Run Estate Sales Under New Name
DULUTH, Minn. - It’s a store that prides itself on having niche items that one needs for their home and life, but it will soon end its presence on London Road in…
Duluth Salvation Army Closing Thrift Store
DULUTH, Minn. - After 40 years, the Duluth Salvation Army is closing its thrift store. This decision is due to the store losing money in recent years, along with the lingering impacts…
