Update: One Dead, One Severely Injured in Home Explosion, Fire Near Tower
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP, Minn. Authorities say human remains have been found inside the home that appears to have exploded and then caught fire Wednesday morning in Greenwood…
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Merck Agrees To Let Other Drug Makers Make Its COVID Pill
LONDON (AP) - Pharmaceutical company Merck has agreed to allow other drug makers to make its COVID-19 treatment, the first pill that has been shown to be effective against the disease.…
Visit Duluth Launches New Tourism Website
DULUTH, Minn. - Visit Duluth on Wednesday announced the launch of its new website. The group says the newly launched site shows Duluth as a premier vacation, outdoor, convention, and destination spot while also highlighting helpful information for visitors to…
Twin Metals to Appeal Federal Decision on Proposed Mine
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Twin Metals says it will appeal a federal decision that dealt a serious blow to its proposed copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota. Last week, the Biden administration ordered a mineral withdrawal study that could lead to a…
Fire Crews Respond to Home Fire, Explosion Near Tower
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP, Minn. - Fire crews responded to the scene of a potential home explosion and subsequent fire in Greenwood Township near Tower Wednesday morning. According to the Northland FireWire Facebook page, the fire was reported around 9:40…
Midday Update 10-27-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, October 27, 2021.
Gov Walz Announces Plan to Vaccinate 5-11 Year Olds in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Today, Governor Tim Walz announced Minnesota's plan to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11 after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Advisory Committee voted to recommend the use of the Pfizer vaccine in children…
Preparations Underway for Chum Warming Center; Organizer Seek Volunteers
DULUTH, Minn. - St. Louis County officials say preparations have started once again to offer a warming center this winter for people experiencing homelessness in the Duluth area. As part of the preparations, organizers are looking for volunteers and donations…
Morning Update 10-27-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, October 27, 2021.
Wildcat Sanctuary Helps Severely Injured 'Whistling Cat'
SANDSTONE, Minn. - On Wednesday the Wildcat Sanctuary, typically known for rescuing lions and tigers, said it was stepping in to help Rocket, a 4-pound tabby cat suffering from breathing issues. The nonprofit says the "whistling cat" was injured by…
Wisconsin Lawmakers To Send Anti-abortion Bills to Governor
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Assembly is poised to give final approval to a package of anti-abortion bills that Democratic Gov. Tony Evers is all but certain to veto. Final approval on Wednesday of the bills designed the…
'The Amazing Kreskin' Coming to Duluth's West Theatre
DULUTH, Minn. - If you're into mind-blowing entertainment, you'll want to head to the West Theatre in Duluth Wednesday, Oct. 27. First rising to fame back in the 1970s, the Amazing Kreskin is still going…
Chester Bowl Gearing Up for Winter Season
DULUTH, Minn. -- As the warm weather winds down ski hills in the area are making the transition to their winter season. "The winter transition really happens at the end of spring we start…
Officials Hope 'WICsconsin Enrollment Week' Helps More Sign Up For Assistance
SUPERIOR, Wis.- This week across the state of Wisconsin, community agencies are helping expecting and current mothers, and other legal guardians of kids under five sign up for the Women, Infants and Children, or…
Scarium at the Aquarium Back with Fishes and Frights at Great Lakes Aquarium
DULUTH, Minn.- For the next few days the fish at the Great Lakes Aquarium have something new to look at, as folks are coming by in their Halloween costumes for Scarium at…
Statewide Virtual Manufacturing Fair Takes Place Thursday
DULUTH, Minn. -- Minnesota Gov. Walz declared October Manufacturing Month in the state in an effort to get more people into the field. The average salary in the industry is more than $70,000 a…
Twin Ports Breweries Experience Aluminum Delays
DULUTH, Minn. -- Some breweries in the area are being affected by the shipping delays we’re seeing across the country. Hoops Brewing in Duluth had to close a few times last year during the pandemic,…
Duluth Vacation Rental Cap Increases from 60 to 70 Units
DULUTH, Minn. -- The city of Duluth will soon be allowing more vacation rental properties to pop up in neighborhoods, including short-term rental options while occupied by the homeowner. "We are trying…
Therapy Dogs Help UWS Students After Midterms
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The University of Wisconsin Superior offered a special type of study break to students at the Jim Dan Hill Library today. UWS students finished their midterm exams last week, and local therapy…
Superior Nets Awarded in Honor of National Disability Awareness Month
DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation presented an award to Superior Nets in honor of National Disability Awareness Month and their theme, "Increasing Access and Opportunity." After being nominated by Udac,…
Superior Meats Prepares for Thanksgiving Shoppers
DULUTH, Minn.- The Thanksgiving season is approaching quickly, and local grocers prepare for holiday food shoppers. Superior Meats should be receiving their holiday season turkeys and hams any week now, encouraging people to come in…
FDA Advisers Back Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine for Young Kids
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. health advisers have endorsed kid-size doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for younger children. The vote Tuesday by the Food and Drug Administration panel moves the U.S. closer to vaccinating children ages 5 to 11. The FDA…
Midday Update 10-26-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
Judge in Chauvin Trial to Release Names of Jurors on Nov. 1
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A Wisconsin judge is setting the final ground rules for what evidence will be allowed at Kyle Rittenhouse's trial next week. The Illinois teen shot three people,…
Morning Update 10-26-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
Judge in Chauvin Trial to Release Names of Jurors on Nov. 1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The judge who oversaw the murder trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin said Monday that he will make the names of the 15 jurors and alternates who sat in the courtroom public next week. Judge…
City Crews Responding to a 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 near East 4th Street and Pinewood Lane. City officials say…
Minnesota on Track for Most Traffic Deaths Since 2007 If Driving Doesn't Improve, Officials Say
DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Department of Safety reporting a scary milestone on Minnesota highways -- 401 deaths as of Monday. They’re calling for drivers to shape up, as this year is on track to…
Best High School Singers in State Perform At UMD Honor Choir Concert
DULUTH, Minn.- What do you get when you take some of the best high school singers from across Minnesota and put them together? Sweet music. That's what was on display at UMD'S High School…
New Gift Shop Moves into Former Lake County Chronicle Building
TWO HARBORS, Minn. - “It’s a great feeling to see the accomplishment. We did all of the work ourselves,” said April Whitt, owner of Fuzzly’s Gifts. The past year and a half have been a whirlwind…
