Midday Update 10-29-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, October 29, 2021. Have a great day!
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Eyes On The Prize: Archery Courses Offered at Chalstrom's Range
DULUTH, Minn. - In this week's Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama channels his inner Robin Hood at Chalstrom's archery range - minus the bycocket and tunic. The knowledgeable and helpful staff was able to get…
Morning Update 10-29-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, October 29, 2021. Have a great day!
Judge Says Man Unfit for Trial, Cites Energy Drink Testimony
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A judge said a Minnesota man accused of killing three family members with a wrench is mentally incompetent to stand trial, citing testimony from doctors about his schizophrenia intensified by his consumption of energy drinks. David Ekers,…
City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Congdon Park
DULUTH, Minn. - City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Congdon Park neighborhood. The break was reported Tuesday morning and is located on the 300 block of Pinewood Lane. City officials say…
28-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit By Car While Crossing Street In Hibbing
HIBBING, Minn. -- A 28-year-old man from Hibbing died on Thursday evening after he was hit by a small SUV while crossing a street in the city, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. An 18-year-old man, also a Hibbing resident,…
Trick Or Treat At Fairlawn Mansion
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The Fairlawn Mansion in Superior opened its front doors for a Halloween trick or treat event Thursday and Friday. Kids and families can go up the front steps and…
Duluth East Performs Freaky Friday Through Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth East is showcasing its first all in-person theater production, starting Thursday and through the weekend. The cast is performing Disney’s Freaky Friday, which has been in the works since auditions…
Lights On Afterschool Highlights Programs Who Help Beyond The Classroom
DULUTH, Minn. -- An after school program collaboration between Duluth Public Schools and the YMCA has been around since 2012, but Thursday, one of these programs took a chance to recognize the importance of…
Minnesota Pit Bull Rescue Looking for More Fosters, Adopters
DULUTH, Minn. - If you're looking to make a big impact in the lives of animals this month, look no further. October serves as Pit Bull Awareness Month. It's a time when activists…
Costco Hosts Grand Opening In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. --Â "I think they will be impressed with their first time at a Costco," Duluth Costco General Manager John Kuzas said Thursday. The wholesale retail store is now officially open in Duluth. "There…
Duluth Marshall to Start Nature-Based School
DULUTH, Minn. -- Excitement is building for a new nature-based school on the campus of Duluth Marshall. The Forest School will serve 4-year-olds up to 4th graders. The goal is to increase academic achievement, social…
Second Harvest Food Bank Needs Volunteers For 'Fresh Connect'
DULUTH, Minn. -- Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank is looking for volunteers for its new program. Fresh Connect is a new initiative aimed at rescuing food for local families. Volunteers will go out…
City of Duluth Offers Date Night Childcare
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Parks and Recreation Department offers a two-hour childcare service on November 5 as part of their new Date Night Childcare Program. The childcare program charges eight dollars for each child between…
The Duluth Fire Department is Hiring
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Fire Department is hiring for two different positions and encouraging people to apply now. The fire department has open positions for a traditional entry-level firefighter and lateral firefighter role. The traditional…
Damiano Center Hosts Community Event
DULUTH, Minn.- The Damiano Center in Central Hillside hosts its annual Community Connect event, where they provide several different services to people in need. One main goal of the community event is to get people…
Victims Identified in Home Explosion, Fire Near Tower
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP, Minn. - Authorities have identified the two victims in Wednesday's house explosion and fire near Tower Minnesota. The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office says…
Local Mother Brings Nutritional Smoothie Options to Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - In this week’s Cooking Connection, Meteorologist Ken Slama meets up with Katie Dague of 'Oh So Smoothie' to see what smoothie creations she has to offer. Stepping away from more…
Midday Update 10-28-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, October 28, 2021.
Second Harvest Launches New Program to Rescue Food for Local Families
DULUTH, Minn. - Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank announced Thursday it is launching a new program to rescue food for local families. Through the program, called "Fresh Connect," volunteers can pick up food from convenience stores, retailers, restaurants, and…
UW System To Follow Vaccine Order for Federal Contractors
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The University of Wisconsin System says it will comply with an executive order issued by President Biden that requires federal contractors to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Biden’s order has convinced colleges across the country to institute…
Morning Update 10-28-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, October 28, 2021.
Biden at Capitol to Pitch $1.75T Agenda, Unite Democrats
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden is traveling to Capitol Hill to pitch House Democrats on a dramatically scaled back domestic policy package. It's now $1.75 trillion and without a paid family leave program and other priorities. But it's still…
Stiffest Charge Stands for Ex-cop Who Killed Daunte Wright
MINNEAPOLIS - A Minnesota judge has denied a defense request to dismiss the most serious charge against a former suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she meant to use a Taser instead of a handgun when she fatally shot Black…
Duluth Consignment Shop Stocked With Winter Apparel
DULUTH, Minn. - With the weather turning cooler, a Duluth consignment shop has ditched its summer items for winter apparel. The Great Lakes Gear Exchange on East 4th Street has more than 1,600 consigners with…
Local Dealership Says There's A Growing Demand for Electric Vehicles
DULUTH, Minn.- More people are going electric in the Northland. Local car dealerships are noticing an uptick in customers looking for electric vehicles, especially with more auto suppliers coming out with electric models, increasing…
Curling Olympic Trials Underway at Curl Mesabi
EVELETH, Minn. -- The US Olympic Trials for Mixed Doubles Curling is going on this week in Eveleth, and teams from all over the US are here vying for a spot on the US National…
Vitta Pizza Opening Second Location In Duluth Next Year
DULUTH, Minn. -- Vitta Pizza is opening a second location in Duluth over on Central Entrance next year in the former UPS building. This spot will have a drive-up window so customers can grab…
Outfitters Preparing for Winter Camping
ELY, Minn. -- Camping became more popular as people changed up their hobbies and habits during the pandemic, and that includes even camping in the cold. The Piragis Northwoods Company in Ely is one…
Zup's Opens In New Location
ELY, Minn. -- Folks in one part of the Northland have a brand new option for buying groceries. After closing their old location in mid-October, Zup's has now officially opened a new store in Ely…
