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Potter Expected on Stand as Trial in Wright Death Nears End
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The Minnesota police officer on trial in the shooting death of Daunte Wright was expected to take the stand Friday, hoping to persuade jurors to acquit her of manslaughter charges in what she has said was a…
Morning Update 12-17-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Dec. 17, 2021.
New Owner, New Vision: Three Downtown Duluth Businesses Forced Out
DULUTH, Minn. - During what’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, heartbreak this evening from three business owners in downtown Duluth. Chinese Dragon is now set to close. Hucklebeary and…
Duluth Public Library Launches 'Get Wrapped Up In A Good Book'
DULUTH, Minn. - “Get Wrapped Up In A Good Book” is on display at the Duluth Public Main Library. In the spirit of the holiday season, the display features a selection of wrapped books targeted…
Bentleyville Reopens With Fresh Snow After Wednesday Night Storm
DULUTH, Minn. -- After closing yesterday due to the severe weather, Bentleyville was back open on Thursday night. Crews took down a few of the more vulnerable pieces of the Tour of Lights on Wednesday,…
Team Shuster's Chris Plys Talks Family Charity "Project Joy"
DULUTH, Minn. - Chris Plys will be pulling double duty next month at the 2022 Winter Olympics as he will compete for Team USA in mixed doubles and team curling. In the meantime, he'll…
December-Soaked Storm Thaws Rinks, Quickens Slopes
DULUTH, Minn.- Wednesday night's unprecedented December thunderstorm froze things to a halt at local outdoor hockey rinks like Duluth Heights, but proved beneficial to skiers and snowboarders. “Warm-ups and stuff like that have taken…
Babbitt Man Dead After One-Vehicle Crash; 'Slippery Road' Contributing Factor
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, Minn. – A 74-year-old Babbitt man is dead after a one-vehicle accident Thursday in Morris Township, and authorities believe it was weather related. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the accident happened around 3:30 p.m. on the…
New Recording Studio Opens In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - There’s a new place for musicians to record in the Twin Ports. Spoon's Studio recently opened near Lake Superior Zoo. It’s named after the owner Solomon Witherspoon, who says he has always…
Duluth Police Hold Procession For Fallen Minnesota Officer
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department held a procession for fallen New York Mills, Minnesota police officer Ron Smith as his body made a final trip back home. Smith, 58, died Dec. 15 after…
Duluth Fire Department Takes Part in Annual Toy Drive
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Fire Department went on a little shopping spree at Target on Thursday to support The Salvation Army and Toyland Express. To make this all happen, they collect money from…
One Roof Bringing Back Tool Library Program
DULUTH, Minn. -- If you have a home project you're working on, you can borrow the free tools over at One Roof Community Housing. The non-profit is now relaunching its tool lending program.…
Experts Advise Taking Preventative Measures for Winter Vehicle, Sidewalk Maintenance
DULUTH, Minn. -- Now that we've apparently left spring-like weather behind us mechanics and experts in winter products are talking about ways to deal with winter as best as you can to avoid any…
ISD 709 Addresses Concern Of School Threats Stemming From Disturbing National TikTok Trend
DULUTH, Minn. -- The ISD 709 superintendent is addressing the issue of school threats being made over social media, causing safety concerns for students, parents, and campus staff in the city. In an email sent on Thursday, superintendent John Magas…
Gov. Walz Announces Increased COVID Testing Through the Holidays
DULUTH, Minn. - On Thursday Governor Walz announced an increase of testing capacity in the state’s COVID-19 community testing network in anticipation of increased demand before the holidays. “Holiday gatherings are right around the corner and getting tested before getting together…
7 Omicron Cases in Minnesota, Community Spread Suspected
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Health officials in Minnesota confirmed they have detected 7 cases of the Omicron variant to date, with evidence that community spread is occurring in the state. Of the 7 cases reported by the Minnesota Department of…
Wisconsin Unemployment Ties Monthly Low of 3%
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s unemployment rate tied a record low of 3% in November, a number last hit exactly three years ago, the state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday. The state rate is below the national unemployment rate…
Midday Update 12-16-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021.
Bentleyville to Reopen Thursday Night
DULUTH, Minn. - Bentleyville will be reopening tonight after forecasted inclement weather caused organizers to close the popular holiday lights display Wednesday night. Bentleyville will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday evening. Organizers are reminding visitors to…
Morning Update 12-16-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021.
Closures, Delays Due to Weather: 12/16
DELAYS The Human Development Center - delayed until 12:00 p.m. All services will still be offered and held via telehealth and telephone until 12:00 p.m. Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank - Mobile Food Pantry Program in Cloquet delayed until…
Prosecution Rests Case Against Kim Potter in Wright Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Prosecutors on Thursday rested their case against Kim Potter, the suburban Minneapolis police officer charged in the shooting death of Daunte Wright. After a week of hearing…
School Closings, Delays for Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021
Closed: Duluth Public Schools - Closed Duluth Edison Charter Schools - Closed Hermantown Public School District - Closed Marshall School - Closed Proctor Public Schools - Closed Stella Maris Academy - Closed Opening 2 Hours Late: Cloquet Public School District…
Ordean East Middle School Investigates Snapchat Threat Made By Unknown Person
DULUTH, Minn. -- An email sent to parents from the Ordean East Middle School administration on Wednesday addressed a threat made over Snapchat reported by multiple students. According to the email, a few students said that they were sent a…
Bentleyville Crews Hunker Down for Windy Winter Storm
DULUTH, Minn.- While forecasters kept their eyes to the sky Wednesday, crews at Bentleyville were hard at work on the ground, preparing the tour of lights in Bayfront Park for its second major…
Preparing for Icy Road Conditions
DULUTH, Minn. - With roads expected to become icy Thursday morning, Minnesota’s DOT is preparing to take on the challenge. District One Public Affairs Coordinator Margie Nelson says the recent warm weather will prevent them from…
Latest Winter Storm Could be Historic
DULUTH, Minn. - One of the many eyes that will be to the skies during this unusual winter storm will be the National Weather Service office in Duluth. Based on barometric pressure measurements, they say…
Sen. Smith: Federal Funding Available to Help With Home Heating Costs
DULUTH, Minn. - With December temperatures in the upper 30s, 40s, and nearing 50, it's hard to believe home heating costs would be such a huge issue right now. However, flash forward to the…
Company Donates Hams To First Responders For Holidays
DULUTH/SUPERIOR -- Firefighters can ham it up for the holidays thanks to a big donation from a local company on Wednesday. FeraDyne Outdoors, which is headquartered in Superior, donated 41 hams to the Superior Fire…
