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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…

Duluth Police: 'Real Men Wear Pink' Campaign Canceled

DULUTH, Minn. - The 'Real Men Wear Pink' campaign hosted by the Duluth Police Department has been canceled, the department announced on its Facebook page Tuesday morning. The campaign was scheduled to take place at the Texas Roadhouse from 10:30…

Gov. Walz Announces Bid for Second Term

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota's Democratic Gov. Tim Walz has launched his campaign for a second term in an increasingly divided state, saying he made the tough calls necessary to beat back the COVID-19 pandemic…

Mayor Larson, City Officials to Talk Snow Emergencies in Virtual Public Meeting Tuesday

DULUTH, Minn.- With winter around the corner, the City Of Duluth is hoping to get information out on navigating parking and emergency plow routes to avoid tickets and fines. Mayor Emily Larson and…

Proctor Police Chief: County Atty. To Receive Football 'Misconduct' Investigation This Week

PROCTOR, Minn. - Proctor's police chief told FOX 21 on Monday that his investigators worked on police reports over the weekend to wrap up their investigation into criminal misconduct allegations involving some members of the high school's football team. Chief…

Gov. Walz Announces Gift Cards, Shot at Scholarships for Vaccinated 12-17 Year-Olds

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Governor Tim Walz just rolled out a new incentive program for Minnesota pre-teens and teens to get the COVID vaccine. The program is called "Kids Deserve a Shot." Those between…

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Homeless Encampment Under I-35 In Duluth Catches Fire, Burning Freeway Before Being Put Out

DULUTH, Minn. -- Part of I-35 northbound caught on fire on Monday evening in Duluth because of the large homeless encampment underneath it, according to the city's fire department. It happened near the Mesaba-Superior Street exit around 6 p.m. Crews…

Costco Shelves Filling Up as Duluth Location Prepares to Open in 10 Days

DULUTH, Minn.- Finishing touches are going into Duluth’s new Costco, set to open in just 10 days. It's all coming together inside the Costco building on Arrowhead Road. With shelves filling up, the warehouse…

Kitchi Gammi Park Lakewalk Trail Extension Now Open

DULUTH, Minn. -- The New Brighton Beach lakewalk trail extension is now open to the public. The paved trail is for bicycle and pedestrian use. City officials say the new section of trail…

Trunk or Treat Returns to Canal Park

DULUTH, Minn.- The popular community event, "Trunk or Treat," will be returning to Canal Park on October 31. A little over 50 organizers and other community business owners are decorating the trunks of their vehicles…

Time to Prepare for Heating Bills as Fuel Oil Prices Go Up

DULUTH, Minn.- It is getting chilly here in the Northland, and local energy companies help prepare households for the winter season. Superior Fuel provides both propane and fuel oil to residential and commercial buildings but…

Duluth Police Department Partners with Auto Shops to Stop Catalytic Converter Thefts

DULUTH, Minn.- With the spike in catalytic converter thefts, the Duluth Police Department is teaming up with a few local auto shops in preventing future thefts from happening. Catalytic converter thefts in the Northland are…

Minnesota Nears 400 Traffic Deaths This Year, Outpacing 2020

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota public safety officials said Monday that nearly 400 people have died in traffic crashes on Minnesota roads this year, putting the state on pace to see the highest number of traffic fatalities recorded since…

Gov. Walz Launches "Kids Deserve A Shot" Vaccine Incentive Program

ST. PAUL, Minn. - On Monday, Governor Walz announced the launch of the "Kids Deserve a Shot" vaccine incentive program in an effort to encourage Minnesotans 12-17-years-old to get fully vaccinated against COVID-19. According to the governor's office, the program…

Biden Team Asks Supreme Court to Pause Texas Abortion Law

WASHINGTON (AP) - The Biden administration is asking the Supreme Court to block the Texas law banning most abortions, while the fight over the measure’s constitutionality plays out in the courts. The law has been in effect since September, aside…

Midday Update 10-18-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, October 18, 2021.

All Aboard! The Great Pumpkin Train Returns MEA Weekend

DULUTH, Minn. - The North Shore Scenic Railroad in Duluth is thrilled to be bringing back the annual Pumpkin Train Express Oct. 21 - 24. Each passenger will have the chance to pick…

Two Juvenile Girls Injured in Cass County ATV Crash

CASS COUNTY, Minn. - Two juvenile girls were injured Saturday afternoon in an ATV crash in Cass County, according to the Cass County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a report of an ATV crash on the Bull Moose Trail, in…

Morning Update 10-18-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, October 18, 2021.

Duluth Police Department Announces Catalytic Converter Initiative

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department on Monday announced a new initiative to limit the number of catalytic converter thefts in the area. Between September 1 and October 13 of this year, authorities say they took roughly 12 reports…

Ret. Gen. Colin Powell Dies of COVID-19 Complications

WASHIINGTON (AP) - Colin Powell, former Joint Chiefs chairman and secretary of state, has died from COVID-19 complications, his family said Monday. In an announcement on social media, the family said Powell had been fully vaccinated. Powell was the first…

October Angel of Hope Vigil Provides Extra Light for Parents Grieving Loss of Child

DULUTH, Minn.- Not every event which restarts after the pandemic is a joyous festival or celebration. Yet, somber as it was, an Angel of Hope Vigil Sunday was one welcomed by parents grieving…

PJ's Rescue Holds Fundraiser For Puppy Undergoing Leg Amputation Surgery

DULUTH, Minn. -- PJ's Rescue went to Duluth Tap Exchange Sunday, hosting an adoption event for their animals, and a Halloween costume contest that is helping raise money for Juniper, as she is about to…

Denfeld Soccer Teams Host Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser

DULUTH, Minn. -- The Denfeld boys and girls soccer teams hosted their annual spaghetti dinner Sunday at Mr. D's, and got the opportunity to connect with fans and families over some great Italian food.…

Identities Released In Double-Murder Suicide In Culver Township

CULVER TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The names of those involved in a double-murder suicide in Culver Township early Saturday morning were released Sunday evening by the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The suspect is identified as Cody Pirila, 31, of Brookston.…