FBI: Items Linked to Brian Laundrie Found in Florida Park
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - The FBI and a family attorney say items believed to belong to Brian Laundrie have been found in a Florida wilderness park as the search…
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St. Luke's Birthing Center Reminds Grieving Parents They're Not Alone
DULUTH, Minn. - Many parents who are grieving the loss of an infant feel like they are alone and don't have anyone who understands what they are going through. During the National Pregnancy…
MN DOC Searching for Missing Man on Intensive Supervised Release
ST. PAUL, Minn. - The Minnesota Department of Corrections is searching for a Minnesota man recently released from prison on Intensive Supervised Release who is now missing. According to a recent news release, 56-year-old Daryl Brian Quagon left his home…
October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
SUPERIOR, Wis. - October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and there's no better way to celebrate than by bringing home a furry friend from your local shelter. The Humane Society of Douglas…
Midday Update 10-20-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, October 20, 2021.
Biden Administration Delivers Serious Blow to Proposed Twin Metals Mine
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Biden administration dealt a serious blow Wednesday to the proposed Twin Metals copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota, ordering a study that could lead to a 20-year ban on mining upstream from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area…
City of Superior Announces New Sidewalk Snow Removal Program
SUPERIOR, Wis. - In an effort to maintain safe routes to school for students this winter, the City of Superior announced a new sidewalk snow removal program. According to a…
Morning Update 10-20-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, October 20, 2021.
Ice Castles Returning to New Brighton, Minnesota
(FOX 9) - The Ice Castles are coming back to Minnesota this winter after missing out last year due to the pandemic. According to Ramsey County officials, the Ice Castles are returning to…
Enbridge Temporarily Stops Michigan Pipeline Due to Protests
(AP) - The operator of a Michigan oil pipeline said it temporarily shut down Line 5 Tuesday after protesters warned the company that they planned to turn an emergency valve. Video posted…
White House Details Plans to Vaccinate 28M Children Age 5-11
WASHINGTON (AP) - Kids aged 5 to 11 will soon be able to get a COVID-19 shot at their pediatrician’s office, local pharmacy, and potentially even their school. The White House is detailing plans Wednesday for the expected authorization of…
Advocate: I-35 Homeless Encampment Fire Highlights Duluth's Affordable Housing Crisis
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth's top homeless outreach advocate is speaking out one day after a homeless camp in Duluth created quite the fire and smoke show under a busy stretch of I-35 downtown.…
Outdoor Retailers Struggling to Keep Up as Ammo Shortage Continues
DULUTH, Minn. - Whether it’s a family tradition or new memories in the making, hunting season provides activity for many Northland residents as autumn unfolds. This year, you may want to think ahead before…
Hartley Park Pond Clean-Up
DULUTH, Minn.- Members of Duluth Public Works and Utilities are cleaning up the Hartley Park pond just in time for winter. As a part of routine maintenance, crew members began clearing out tree debris…
General Election Day is Around the Corner
DULUTH, Minn.- We are only weeks away from Duluth's 2021 general election on November 2, and officials encourage people to vote early. The city's general election ballot includes two City Councilors-at-Large positions, two district city…
Life 97.3 Looking to Spread Kindness in the Northland
DULUTH, Minn. -- One local radio station is looking to spread kindness around the Northland. Earlier this month, Life 97.3 asked its listeners to submit videos to the station's website of themselves or…
Carlton County Advocacy Group Created to Promote Animal Shelter Need
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. -- Since the closure of the friends of animal’s humane society in Cloquet back in 2018 the city, and county have been looking to fill that void. After the loss of…
Mount Royal Library Gets a New Mural
DULUTH, Minn.- The Mount Royal Public Library in Duluth unveiled a new mural, designed and constructed by Anishinaabe artist and Heart Berry CEO Sarah Agaton Howes. Visually, the mural is of a Native American woman…
Artists Create Mural To Support Fire-Damaged Bar & Grill
DULUTH, Minn. -- Spoon's Bar and Grill in Duluth is getting closer to reopening. This after two fires in August and September caused over $400,000 worth of damage to the building. Now, the restaurant…
St. Louis County Public Health Announces New Vaccine and Testing Options
DULUTH, Minn. - St. Louis County Public Health is continuing to offer COVID-19 vaccine appointments and testing opportunities for the community. Vaccines available at these clinics include Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson and Johnson. Also available are Pfizer boosters for those…
Union Gospel Mission Building Vandalized, Duluth Police Searching for Suspect
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Police are searching for an individual who vandalized the Union Gospel Mission and other surrounding buildings in the 200 block of E 1st Street earlier this month. According to police, it is believed the…
Several Sled Dogs 'Severely Injured' in Itasca County Hit-and-Run Incident
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. - Authorities say several sled dogs were struck and severely injured Saturday night while training on a trail in Itasca County. According to the Itasca County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a call around 7:10 p.m. of…
US Regulators Lay Out Plan for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. health officials are laying out plans to let most Americans buy hearing aids without a prescription. Tuesday's announcement is a long-awaited move intended to make the devices more accessible to millions of Americans with hearing problems.…
Midday Update 10-19-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, October 19, 2021.
1st Woman To Lead State Minnesota Air National Guard Assumes Duties
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The first woman to lead the Minnesota Air National Guard has officially assumed her duties. Command Chief Master Sgt. Lisa Erikson is the most senior enlisted member…
Walmart, Target To Offer Black Friday Deals Through Most of November in Effort To Avoid Big Crowds
(CNN Business) - Walmart has some unique plans for this year's Black Friday sales: They'll last practically the entire month of November as it hopes to reduce crowds at stores during the pandemic. America’s largest retailer announced plans for a…
Legacy of F and D Meats Continues Under New Ownership
VIRGINIA, Minn. - After nearly 50 years in business, it can be difficult and nerve-wracking for new ownership to take over a strongly rooted establishment. “I just wanted to keep my shoulder…
Evictions Rise as State COVID-19 Protections Begin To Lift
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Housing experts say rental evictions are rising in Minnesota as state protections adopted because of COVID-19 are beginning to ease. As of last week, a 15-day notice is no longer required before an eviction notice is…
Morning Update 10-19-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, October 19, 2021.
Wisconsin Senate to Vote on Longer Work Hours for Teenagers
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Teenagers would be allowed to work longer hours over the busy summer tourism months in Wisconsin under a bill up for approval in the state Senate. The measure up for a vote Wednesday is backed by…
