Morning Update 11-15-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, November 15, 2021.
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Trump Ally Bannon Taken Into Custody on Contempt Charges
WASHINGTON (AP) - Longtime Trump ally Steve Bannon has surrendered to federal authorities to face contempt charges after defying a subpoena from a House committee investigating January’s insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Bannon was taken into custody Monday morning. He’s…
As Rittenhouse Trial Winds Down, Jury Set To Deliberate
KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — Attorneys were set to make closing arguments Monday at Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial in the shootings of three men during street unrest in Wisconsin, the last word…
Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Twin Cities Airport
MINNEAPOLIS - A Spirit Airlines flight that took off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport made an emergency landing after a pilot reported a possible engine fire. The flight took off about 7:30 p.m. Sunday and was headed for Orlando, but…
Holiday Decoration Site Helps Support Multiple Local Programs Â
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- For over 20 years, the Duluth Flower Farm have set up a pop up location at Dan's Garden Center in Superior from October through December. Not only do they offer holiday decor,…
Duluth Curling Club Returns to DECC Ice with New Temporary Chiller Installed
DULUTH, Minn.- Curlers were back on the ice at the Duluth Curling Club at the DECC -- back in ship shape after an ammonia leak shut down the facility for a couple of…
Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar To Reopen Without Traditional Tipping Model
DULUTH, Minn. - Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar in downtown Duluth is getting ready to reopen in just days – but without the option to tip your server. In a post on its Facebook page, Zeigeist said it will now implement…
Local Christmas Tree Farmers Seeing Customers Deck the Halls Early
DULUTH, Minn. - The first measurable snow of the season has got people in the mood to spruce up their homes for the holidays, shopping for locally grown Christmas trees early this year.…
Snow, Ice Cited In St. Louis Co. Crash That Killed 2
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) - Wintry weather carrying strong winds, snow and icy conditions may have contributed to a highway crash in northeastern Minnesota that killed a woman and an 11-year-old boy. The Minnesota State Patrol cited snow and icy roads…
Virus Surge Sends Minnesota Hospitals Scrambling For Room
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota hospitals are scrambling to make room for patients as patients needing medical care for COVID-19 have hit a high for the year. Hospitals have delayed non-essential procedures, diverted less serious cases to outpatient clinics, and treated…
CHUM Partners with Local Churches to Bake Pumpkin Pies
DULUTH, Minn. -- As the holiday season approaches, the act of giving is in full force, and a few local churches are baking in full force. The smell of pumpkin filled the kitchen of the…
Girls On The Run Celebratory 5k Held
DULUTH, Minn. -- Girls on the run is a nationwide running program that teaches and develops young girls to be successful in every avenue of their lives. Saturday, that avenue was the Lakewalk as a…
Christmas Tea on The Edna G Begins After Thanksgiving
TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- Families are being invited to get a helping of history, enjoying a cup of tea aboard the tugboat "Edna G" in Two Harbors. Parties of 4 or more are welcomed on…
First 'Fill the Tent' Event in West Duluth Collects Hygiene Items, Winter Clothing for Homeless
DULUTH, Minn.- The group Guardian Angels of West Duluth held their first Fill the Tent event at Memorial Park Saturday. According to administrator Logan Reardon, they saw more donations than they expected of…
Snow Hits Minnesota, Officials Urge Travel Caution
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota is readying for snow as the National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory. Officials urged caution on the roads as ice and strong winds threatened to make driving conditions treacherous late Saturday and into Sunday.…
Minnesota Gov. Walz Departs for Europe Trade Mission
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is leaving for a six-day trip to Europe to promote the state’s businesses. The Democratic governor said says he will travel to the United Kingdom and Finland to promote trade with a focus…
'Product Used in Utility Work' Being Investigated in Spooner Middle School Illness-Causing Odor Incident
SPOONER, Wis.- The Spooner Area School District announced Friday that in-person instruction will not resume at Spooner Middle School until they complete an investigation into an illness-causing odor which sent students and staff home Wednesday. Since the evacuation didn't allow…
Bent Paddle Brews Bentleyville Seasonal Cream Ale
DULUTH, Minn. -- This is the third year Bent Paddle and Bentleyville have partnered to release the Christmas Cookie Cream Ale, and the fundraiser is helping keep the lights on and free admissions for…
The Depot to Host Native American Heritage Day Celebration
DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Louis County Historical Society and American Indian Advisory Committee is organizing the Depot's 4th annual celebration of Native American Heritage Day Saturday. The free event includes an…
Trail Closures around Duluth for Fall Freeze
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth's trails will be closed for the next week or so to allow the ground to re-set and freeze over part of Duluth Parks and Recreation's annual fall freeze. This comes…
Duluth Musician Releases New Holiday Album, "Coventry Carols"
DULUTH, Minn. - For many, Christmas is a time of joy and happiness, but for one local musician, she's flashing back to the past with a new album that's soon to be released. Ingeborg…
Duluth Pack Hosts Puppy Adoption Event
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Pack in Canal Park helped some furry friends find new families on Friday. Partnering with Northern Lakes Rescue and Ruffwear, the dog-friendly store hosted several puppies looking for their forever…
Glensheen Mansion Unveils Christmas Decorations
DULUTH, Minn. -- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas over at Duluth's Glensheen Mansion. Starting Friday, the mansion is bringing back its annual self-guided Christmas tours. There are 25 decorated trees…
Duluth Fire Receives Large Donation from Affinity Plus Credit Union
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Firefighters Foundation received a $10,000 donation from Affinity Plus Credit Union to put towards new fire rescue equipment. Affinity Plus Credit Union has helped the Duluth Firefighters Foundation for eight years,…
'Fill The Tent' Event Aimed at Helping Homeless Community
DULUTH, Minn. -- The organization Guardian Angels of West Duluth is hosting an event on Saturday in the neighborhood to help the homeless community. The 'Fill the Tent' event will take place at Memorial Park…
Superior Fire Department Gets a New Ladder Truck
SUPERIOR, Wis.- With the help of City Officials, the Superior Fire Equipment Committee, and local businesses, the Superior Fire Department got a new $1.3 million ladder truck. The new truck weighs 87,000 pounds and has…
Muli-Car Crash on Iron Range Thursday Leaves 2 Dead, 3 Injured
GILBERT, Minn.- During the Northland's first snowstorm of the season Thursday, a 4-car crash took the lives of two people including a child, and injured three others on the Iron Range. The crash happened in Gilbert on Minnesota Highway 135…
Midday Update 11-12-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 12, 2021. Have a great weekend!
Search Continues for Missing Mother From Western Wisconsin
PINE COUNTY, Minn. - Crews in Pine and Burnett Counties continue to search for Ashley Miller-Carlson after her rental car was located, partially submerged, in Grace Lake in Pine County, Minnesota on Sept. 24, 2021. Authorities say Ashley's personal belongings…
Battle Over U.S. Wolf Protections Heading to Federal Courtroom
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) - U.S. government attorneys are set to appear before a federal judge to defend a decision from the waning days of the Trump administration that lifted protections for gray wolves across most of the country. The hearing…
