Morning Update 2-1-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, February 1, 2022.
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Defending Champ Letzring Among 10 Scratched Beargrease Teams, More Drops Possible Officials Say
MINNESOTA- The Beargrease Marathon's 300-mile trail was about 10 mushers lighter Tuesday morning, with defending champion Erin Letzring among those who scratched, due to warmth and snow conditions. According to Monica Hendrickson, spokesperson…
Tom Brady Announces Retirement After 22 Seasons, 7 Super Bowl Wins
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tom Brady (@tombrady) TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady, the greatest quarterback in NFL history, has retired after winning seven Super Bowls and setting numerous passing records in an…
Omar Seeks Third Term Representing Minnesota’s 5th District
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has announced her intention to seek a third term representing Minnesota’s Fifth District. Omar was first elected to the House in 2019 and was the first Somali American in Congress. She said in…
Affordable Housing for Seniors Planned For Harbor Highlands In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- More affordable housing is planned for senior residents in Duluth's Harbor Highlands neighborhood off Central Entrance. The project, called Skyridge Flats, will provide 70 units rented to residents age 55 or older…
'Blinking Lights for Safety' At Proctor School Dist.
PROCTOR, Minn.- Students in Proctor will soon sport a flashy new keychain on their backpacks that helps keep them safe. The school district is partnering with St. Luke's to attach LED blinking lights on…
Cove Apartments Planning to Open Phase 2 Building in Downtown Duluth this Fall
DULUTH, Minn.- Phase 2 of the Cove Apartments looking to open this Fall, as officials hope it provides a big boost to Downtown Duluth. Phase 1 of the Cove Apartments saw almost…
Ryan Redington Withdraws from John Beargrease Marathon
DULUTH, Minn.- For one veteran musher the Beargrease Marathon was unfortunately cut short Monday, as two-time champion Ryan Redington dropped out after holding a strong lead. Redington was among the top mushers most…
Military Mom Returns From Deployment, Surprises Daughter At Daycare
SUPERIOR, Wis. - A military mother gave her 4-year-old daughter a big surprise at daycare Monday. Kaylie Gustum surprised her daughter, Natalie, after serving a nine-month deployment in Kuwait and Syria. Kaylie decided to…
KYN: The Local Bar and Grille in Ashland is Open for Business
ASHLAND, Wis. - "We are really excited to be a part of the community here," The Local Bar and Grille co-owner, Bradley Moullet says. A new restaurant in Ashland, Wisconsin is open for business. The…
Warm Weather Brings People to the Dog Park
DULUTH, Minn.-On Monday, it was a beautiful day to get outside for both people and their pets. Jean Duluth Dog Park found along Jean Duluth Road offers a 3.5-acre fenced in space for people and…
Minnesota Nice Dog Company: Duluth Themed Shirts
DULUTH, Minn. - A local pet-sitting business has started a new venture that'll also support animals in return. The owner of Twin Ports Pet Sitters has started 'Minnesota Nice Dog Company.' It's an online T-shirt…
GND and Stowe Elementary put on "I Love to Read" Event
DULUTH, Minn. - Students at Stowe Elementary School in Duluth received a special gift of reading Monday. The school hosted its 7th annual 'I Love to Read' event along with the help of the Gary…
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins Replacing Aaron Rodgers in Pro Bowl
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Kirk Cousins will be the Pro Bowl injury replacement for Aaron Rodgers for a third time. The Minnesota Vikings quarterback was added Monday to the NFC roster. The all-star game will be played Sunday in Las…
Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Gets Full FDA Approval
(AP) - Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine has been given full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a shot that has been administered to millions of Americans throughout the course of the pandemic. The approval for those aged 18 and…
Midday Update 1-31-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 31, 2022.
City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Lakeside
DULUTH, Minn. - City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in Lakeside. The break was reported Monday morning and is located on the 4600 block of London Road. City officials say water has been…
Rita Wehseler Wins 2022 Beargrease 120
FINLAND, Minn. - Rita Wehseler took first place Monday in the 2022 Beargrease 120 race. Wehseler arrived at the finish line at 3:59 a.m. Monday morning with a total race time of 17…
Kickstart American Heart Month with Mindful Nutrition
DULUTH, Minn. - February is known as American Heart Month. It's a time when people of all ages are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. The Division for Heart Disease and Stroke…
Former Washington County Judge Tad Jude Announces for AG
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Former Washington County Judge Tad Jude on Monday became the latest Republican hoping to unseat Democratic Attorney General Keith Ellison. Jude was a state lawmaker for nearly two decades and also…
Morning Update 1-31-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 31, 2022.
Police: 1 Man Dead, 1 in Custody, Following Fight in Fridley
FRIDLEY, Minn. (AP) — One man is dead and another man is in custody following an altercation in Anoka County, according to police. Officers were called to a report of a fight and an unconscious man in Fridley about 10:30…
Mayor Larson, Fire Officials: Stop Running Over Hose Lines
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and firefighters are pleading with drivers to stop running over their hoses at fire scenes before someone gets hurt or even killed. The latest incident happened Friday…
38th Annual Beargrease Sees Larger Crowds than Normal
DULUTH, Minn. -- Who is more excited to be here, the dogs or the fans? Spectators excited to return to the start line after a quiet year due to the pandemic. You could…
High School Girls Hockey Brought Outdoors For Special Game
DULUTH, Minn. -- For the first time in over a decade a high school girl’s hockey game was played out in the elements. The head coaches of the Proctor, Hermantown Mirage, and Duluth Northern…
Beargrease Veterinarians Set Up to Aid Along the Way
DULUTH, Minn. -- Although blue skies and warmer temps Saturday morning felt great for spectators, it was a little bit of a worry for vets. The main concern was the warmer weather, and how it…
Mushers Sent Off to 'Hike!' on Beargrease Marathon's 300-Mile Trail
DULUTH, Minn.- Just follow the howls of the excited dogs Sunday and you'd find the Beargrease Marathon mushers and their fans excited to see them tackle the longest sled dog race in the lower…
Fans at Beargrease Starting Line Pack Surrounding Businesses Again
DULUTH, Minn.- The Marathon always provides a much-needed boost to businesses by the starting line on the outskirts of Duluth. Breeze Inn opened early Sunday morning, and it was busy from the get-go. This…
Damaged Duluth Gas Main Fixed, Residents No Longer Need To Turn Down Heat
DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth says home and business owners east of Lake Avenue no longer have to keep their thermostats low as crews have assessed and repaired a massive gas main…
Man, 71, Stabbed In Neck In Babbitt Area
The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a stabbing in the Babbitt area that injured a 71-year-old man. Authorities responded around 3 p.m. Saturday after the man called 911 to report he had been stabbed in the neck. A…
