MnDOT Crews Ready for First Snowfall
DULUTH, Minn. -- Brace yourselves northlanders winter is coming. Snow is expected to fall tomorrow in parts of our region, and crews at MnDOT are ready for it. Since October 27th, crews had vehicles calibrated…
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Douglas County Jail Deals With First Major COVID-19 Outbreak
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Douglas County Jail is on the rebound after its first major COVID-19 outbreak affected more than two dozen inmates. Sheriff Tom Dalbec told FOX 21 Wednesday that 33 inmates have…
Fitger's Brewhouse to Release a New Beer
DULUTH, Minn.- Fitger's Brewhouse is releasing a new beer this Friday, bringing crisp and light flavors to tap. The new beer, "Fitger's Natural," is a German-American Lager, including the rich history of Fitger's into every…
Duluth Library Foundation Reaches $100,000 Goal Towards Educational Readiness Program
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Library Foundation has hit a major milestone a year earlier than expected involving its "Every Child Ready Duluth" program. Two philanthropists, Karen and Royal Alworth offered to match gifts and…
46th Anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald Remembered at Split Rock Lighthouse
TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- It’s been 46 years since the Edmund Fitzgerald took off for Michigan but during its travels hit a storm and sank killing 29 sailors on board. Wednesday night, hundreds of…
Bong Historical Center Receives $10,000 For Disabled Veterans
SUPERIOR, Wisc. -- On Wednesday the Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior has landed a big donation to help send disabled vets on summer trips to the boundary waters. Cenovus energy which owns…
Duluth International Airport Seeing Pilot Shortages
DULUTH, Minn. -- A nationwide pilot shortage is affecting the Duluth International Airport, causing the hub to reduce the number of flights to Chicago this month. United Airlines has cut its direct flights…
Local Bakeries are Getting Ready with Holiday Treats
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Not only is it National Vanilla Cupcake Day, but local bakeries are getting ready for the holiday season with fall and winter-themed treats. Twisted Pastries Coffeehouse in Superior has an assortment of cupcakes,…
National Weather Service Advancements Since the Sinking of SS Edmund Fitzgerald
DULUTH, Minn.- Today marks the 46th year since the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior amid a storm, taking 29 crew members down with the ship. Weighing more than 13,000 tons, the American Great…
Malcolm Decries ‘Alarming Spike’ in Minnesota COVID-19 Cases
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says COVID-19 hospitalizations have reached their highest level of the year. And she says hospital capacity continues to tighten across the state amid a “truly alarming spike in cases.” The Minnesota Department…
Multiple Fire Departments Respond to Structure Fire in Forbes
FORBES, Minn. - Multiple fire departments responded to a structure fire in Forbes just after 2:00 p.m. Wednesday. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, when deputies arrived on the scene a residence and an outbuilding were fully engulfed…
Judge OKs $626 Million Settlement in Flint Water Litigation
DETROIT (AP) — A judge on Wednesday approved a sweeping $626 million deal to settle lawsuits filed by Flint residents and others who were exposed to water contaminated by lead and bacteria in 2014-15. Most of the money — $600…
NFL Fines Packers, Aaron Rodgers, Allen Lazard for Violating League COVID-19 Rules
(FOX 9/Fox TV Digital Team) - The NFL has fined the Green Bay Packers $300,000 and franchise quarterback Aaron Rodgers as well as wide receiver Allen Lazard $14,500 each for violating the league’s COVID-19 rules. The move follows controversial comments…
Students, Staff Evacuated at Spooner Middle School Due to Strong "Epoxy-like" Odor
SPOONER, Wis. - Students and staff at the Spooner Middle School were evacuated Wednesday morning after a "strong epoxy-like odor" was detected in the building and surrounding grounds. School District officials say the odor was detected around 8:40 a.m. when…
Duluth Pack Hosting "Pups and Packs" Adoption Event
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Pack is eager to announce its upcoming event in partnership with Ruffwear and Northern Lakes Rescue for a 'Pups and Packs' dogs and puppies adoption at the legendary retail store location.…
$100 Million Will Be Directed To Expand Broadband Internet in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The state will direct $100 million in additional funding to expand broadband internet in Wisconsin. The latest round of grants is part of the recently passed $1 trillion federal infrastructure bill. The legislation provides $65 billion…
Midday Update 11-10-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, November 10, 2021.
George Floyd Biography To Be Published in May 2022
NEW YORK (AP) - Two Washington Post reporters are working on a biography of George Floyd, from his family history in the tobacco fields of North Carolina to his murder last year in Minneapolis by a white police officer. Viking…
Morning Update 11-10-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, November 10, 2021.
US Consumer Prices Soared 6.2% In Past Year, Most Since 1990
WASHINGTON (AP) - Prices for U.S. consumers jumped 6.2% in October compared with a year earlier as surging costs for food, gas and housing left Americans grappling with the highest inflation rate since…
Defense Calls Rittenhouse to the Stand at His Murder Trial
KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) - The defense has called Kyle Rittenhouse to the stand at his trial on charges of killing two men and wounding a third during a night of turbulent…
Structure of Essentia's Vision Northland Project Marked Complete with Topping Out Ceremony
DULUTH, Minn.- Essentia Health, city and state officials celebrated a big milestone in the multimillion-dollar Vision Northland project -- the end of structural construction. The "topping out" ceremony was held Tuesday. For the construction…
New Duluth Boutique Hotel in Old City Hall Brings Hope for Struggling Downtown
DULUTH, Minn.- As downtown businesses continue to pull themselves up through labor shortages and safety issues, officials say the arrival of a new boutique hotel, the Oliver Inn, is a light on the horizon.…
Family Donates $63K From 5K To Fund Addiction Recovery For Those Who Can't Afford It
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge received a tremendous donation for its Northland location on Tuesday, coming from a family that started a 5K fundraiser years ago. A couple named Stevie and…
Essentia Health Hosting Free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic
DULUTH, Minn. - If you're concerned about the risk of skin cancer, a free event on Thursday, Nov. 11 might help put your mind at ease. Essentia Health is hosting the event. Skin cancer…
Yarn Harbor Needs Clothing Donations for Warm Up the City Event
DULUTH, Minn.- Yarn Harbor's annual Warm Up the City event is this Saturday, and the Duluth yarn store is looking for winter apparel donations. Each year the yarn store collects clothing donations and distributes them…
Duluth Fire Department Participating in 'Movember'
DULUTH, Minn. -- Members of the Duluth Fire Department can spend a little less time getting ready in the morning this month, as they're growing out mustaches for a good cause. The goal…
Salvation Army is Looking for Bell Ringers
DULUTH, Minn.- As we near the holidays, Salvation Army is looking for bell ringers to work their 18 fund-ringing locations. The nonprofit organization is looking for people to fill more than 5,000 bell ringer hours…
Superior School District on New FDA Vaccine Approval
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Although the FDA recently approved Pfizer vaccines for children ages 5 to 11, no COVID-19 protocols are changing just yet for the Superior School District. The school district will not require eligible students…
Applications Now Accepted as City Increases Vacation Rental Units
DULUTH, Minn. -- The city of Duluth is accepting applications for more vacation and short-term rentals. This as the city increases the number of units allowed around town. This comes as the city…
