Truck Blockade at US-Canadian Border Shuts Auto Plants
TORONTO (AP) - The truck blockade at the U.S. border by Canadians protesting the country’s COVID-19 restrictions is tightening the screws on the auto industry, forcing Ford, Toyota, and General…
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Morning Update 2-10-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, February 10, 2022.
City Crews Responding to Another Water Main Break at Mt. Royal Shopping Circle
DULUTH, Minn. - City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to another water main break in Kenwood. The break was reported Thursday afternoon and is located at the Mt. Royal Shopping Circle. Crews responded to a water main break…
Former Duluth Mayor, Herb Bergson, Dies at 65
DULUTH, Minn. - The former mayor of Duluth and Superior, Herb Bergson, has died at the age of 65. In a Thursday morning Facebook post, Herb's brother, Brian Bergson, wrote: "Early this morning my brother Herbert W. Bergson, Jr. died…
Medical Examiner: Bob Saget Died From Unseen Blow to Head
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - A medical examiner in Florida says comedian Bob…
US Inflation Jumped 7.5% In the Past Year, a 40-Year High
WASHINGTON (AP) - Inflation soared over the past year at its highest rate in four decades, hammering America’s consumers, wiping out pay raises, and reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s decision to begin raising borrowing rates across the economy. The Labor Department…
School Bus Driver Shot in Minneapolis, Children Not Injured
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Authorities say a school bus driver was expected to survive after being shot in the head in Minneapolis while transporting young children. The driver was wounded Wednesday afternoon while on…
Duluth Public Library Purchases Virtual Reality Devices
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Public Library was just able to purchase a new interactive device they can’t wait to share with the public. An anonymous donation to the library foundation has allowed them…
Duluth Mask Mandate Set To Expire
DULUTH, Minn. -- With the Duluth mask mandate ending Saturday, businesses are looking forward to serving their community face to face, once again. "We are now moving not towards ending this pandemic, but finding…
CHUM Food Shelf Keeping Up with Demand, Winter Cold
DULUTH, Minn. - Wednesday saw CHUM’s location in downtown Duluth busy as they held their latest food shelf distribution. Despite a persistent breeze, boxes filled with canned goods, pantry staples, meat, dairy, and other…
Ronald McDonald House Northland Celebrating 1st Anniversary
DULUTH, Minn. - Thursday marks the one year anniversary of the opening of the Ronald McDonald House Northland. They have provided 739 nights of free lodging and amenities to parents and…
Pizzerias Preparing for Busy Super Bowl Sunday
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - With the Super Bowl coming up this Sunday, pizza restaurants are preparing for a busier than usual day. Do North Pizzeria and Pub in Hermantown says they enjoy the added…
West Duluth Business Club Joins Duluth Chamber
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Chamber welcomed a new member Wednesday, the West Duluth Business Club. The organization with its around 150 members say they are ready to help contribute to…
Attached Garage Fire in Duluth Causes $40K in Damages
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth fire crews say a Wednesday morning fire reported at a group home for disabled residents caused an estimated $40,000 in damages to the home and garage. The Duluth Fire Department responded to calls of a fire…
Legalizing Marijuana Gaining Momentum in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The push to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin enjoys some bipartisan support, but backers of bills that would make it legal for either medical or recreational use say it won’t happen this year. Still, the top Democrat…
Mayor Larson to End Duluth's Mask Mandate on Saturday
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson announced at a Wednesday press conference that she will allow the local state of emergency declaration and face-covering requirement to end on Saturday. "This declaration expires at 5:00 pm on February 12, and…
Midday Update 2-9-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, February 9, 2022.
Virtual Reality Coming to the Duluth Public Library
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Public Library is adding three Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality headsets to its programming later this month. The headsets are made possible by a donation to the Frank J. Sklaris Vision Fund developed by an…
1 Juror Dismissed From Federal Trial in George Floyd Killing
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The judge overseeing the federal trial of three former officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights has dismissed a juror because his son is ill.…
Morning Update 2-9-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, February 9, 2022.
Journalists Settle Suit Over Mistreatment Covering Protests
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The state of Minnesota has agreed to pay $825,000 and change several policies to settle a lawsuit brought by journalists who say they were hurt or harassed while covering protests…
Fatal Accident at 3M Plant in Alexandria Investigated
ALEXANDRIA, Minn. (AP) - An investigation is underway into a fatal accident at a 3M plant in western Minnesota. Authorities in Alexandria say a female employee got caught in some machinery Tuesday during an overnight shift. The Minnesota Occupational Safety…
$19 Million in Federal Infrastructure Funding Awarded to Port of Duluth-Superior
DULUTH, Minn.- Millions of federal dollars are now going toward shoring up and improving the infrastructure of the Port of Duluth-Superior. It's one of the first grants to go out for ports as…
Business at Local Flower Shops Blooming Ahead of Valentine’s Day
DULUTH, Minn.- With Valentine's Day less than a week away local flower shops are seeing more business. The owner of the Rose Man on Central Entrance says in a typical Valentine's Day week she…
Warm Winter Day Makes Ely Winter Festival Snow Sculptures Shine
ELY, Minn.- A fan-favorite Northern Minnesota festival is back showing off all the things you can do in, and with, the snow. The big snow sculptures are back in town marking the return…
Warm Day Fills Tommy's Express Car Wash with More than Thousand Vehicles
DULUTH, Minn.- That warmer air and melting snow had people anxious to wash off months of winter. On warmer days like Tuesday the folks at Tommy's Express Car Wash on Central Entrance can…
Visitors from Near and Far Enjoying Winter Fun in Northwestern Wisconsin
ASHLAND, Wis. - Tis the season for winter fun, and the options are endless especially when you take a trip to Northwestern Wisconsin. “I think Ashland is a great escape,” said Mary McPhetridge, executive director…
City of Duluth Looking to Fill 25 Openings on Boards, Commissions
DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth is looking for a couple dozen people to fill open positions on city-run boards, commissions, and authorities. There are currently 25 openings, some of them carried over from…
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland Announce Youth of the Year Competition Winner
DULUTH, Minn. - The Boys and Girls clubs of the Northland announced the winner of the Youth of the Year Contest today. The long running event promotes things such as service to the club, academic…
U Of M Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate For Athletic Events
DULUTH, Minn. - The University of Minnesota has announced it will end its vaccine mandate Wednesday for large campus and athletic events. This includes UMD men’s and women’s hockey and basketball games. The…
