Experts: Vegetation In and Around BWCA Fires Will Come Back Stronger
DULUTH, Minn. -- One of the few positives from the fire is that the burned plants and trees are poised to come back stronger than ever. Experts with UMD say that it's…
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Demolition Continues on Hope City Church Steeple
DULUTH, Minn.-- It's day two of the Hope City Church steeple demolition after it was rocked by a lightning strike over the weekend. Although it's been a slow process eventually a temporary roof…
1st Degree Manslaughter Charge Added Against Kim Potter
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison added the count of first-degree manslaughter against Kim Potter, the former Brooklyn Center police officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright during an April traffic stop in Brooklyn Center. Ellison filed…
Another Republican Says Don’t Sue UW Over COVID Policies
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A second Republican legislator says he doesn’t support suing the University of Wisconsin System over its COVID-19 protocols. Sen. Steve Nass, the co-chair of the Legislature’s rules committee, has threatened to sue system officials if they…
Superior National Forest Lifts Camping, Heavy Equipment Restrictions
DULUTH, Minn. - Superior National Forest officials announced Thursday that backcountry camping and heavy equipment restrictions on National Forest land will be lifted effective Friday. Forest officials made the decision to lift the restrictions as fall temperatures, recent rains, and…
Midday Update 9-2-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, September 2, 2021.
Sweeten Your Day with a Lollipop from Duluth Candy Co.
DULUTH, Minn. - In this week’s Cooking Connection, we stop by Duluth Candy Co. to help make some summer lollipops. The simple and sweet treat is fun for the kids and young at…
36th Annual Duluth Rotary Rose Sale Begins
DULUTH, Minn. - Wake up and smell the roses! The Duluth Rotary Club #25 is hosting its 36th annual Rose Sale from September 2 through October 7. Roses will be sold throughout the…
Fight Over Well Water Near Lake Superior Could Land in Court
SUPERIOR, Wis. (AP) — A grassroots citizen group is pushing back against a Duluth company’s proposal to bottle and sell water from a well near Lake Superior. Opponents say allowing Kristle KLR to go forward would exploit a loophole in…
Morning Update 9-2-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, September 2, 2021.
Superior National Forest to Reopen Portions of the BWCAW, National Forest Lands
DULUTH, Minn. - The Superior National Forest is reopening the BWCA later this week due to recent rains, cooling temperatures, and progress made on fires. Forest officials say the BWCA will reopen Saturday but…
High Court Divides 5-4 To Leave Texas Abortion Law in Place
WASHINGTON (AP) — A deeply divided Supreme Court is allowing a Texas law that bans most abortions to remain in force. The court’s action, for now, strips most women of the right to an abortion in the nation’s second-largest state.…
Cirque-Italia, United States' only Travelling Circus Lands in Twin Ports
DULUTH, Minn.-- The only traveling water circus in the United States is in Duluth through the weekend, showcasing 8 shows of European performers. Cirque-Italia is set up under massive tents in the parking lot of…
Wheeler Athletic Sports Complex Updating Courts
DULUTH, Minn.-- Wade Stadium and the Wheeler Athletic Complex have seen about $1.6 million dollars in athletic improvements as a result of the West Duluth Sports Corridor Plan set back in 2015, today, Duluth Parks…
Companies to Classrooms Providing Teachers with Free Supplies
DULUTH, Minn.-- Teachers spend close to $700 dollars a year trying to stock their classrooms, but a local store called Companies to Classrooms is supplying what they need for free. This non-profit store has…
University of Wisconsin Superior Staff Attend Inclusivity Training
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The first day of the semester is coming up for University of Wisconsin Superior students and teachers. Before Wednesday's first day of classes, campus staff is doing their part in preparing with an…
Food Banks Step Up Amid Hunger in Action Awareness Month
TWIN PORTS- September is National Hunger in Action month, and food banks and shelters in the Northland are doing their part in helping the community. The pandemic continues to impact people in different ways, leaving…
Concert, Walk Among Events Planned for National Recovery Month in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. -- Local non-profits are hosting a variety of events in September for National Recovery Month to help people live sober lives. On September 11, Recovery Alliance Duluth will host a "Walk…
Texas Bans Most Abortions, With High Court Mum on Appeal
(AP) - The nation’s most far-reaching curb on abortions has taken effect in Texas, with the Supreme Court silent so far on an emergency appeal to put the law on hold. If allowed to remain in force, the law would…
After Ida, Small Recovery Signs Amid Daunting Destruction
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Residents of Louisiana communities hit hard by Hurricane Ida are seeing small signs of progress amid the need for a monumental recovery. About 11,000 people in New Orleans saw their lights come back on early Wednesday.…
‘Favorable Weather’ Continues To Help Greenwood Fire Fighting Operations
NEAR ISABELLA, Minn. - Fire officials say moderate weather has helped firefighters make progress on the Greenwood fire containment efforts. As of Wednesday morning, the fire has burned 26,028 acres and is 37 percent contained. The John Ek and…
Midday Update 9-1-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, September 1, 2021.
Esko Public Schools Provides Updates to COVID Mitigation Strategy
ESKO, Minn. - On Tuesday, Esko Public Schools provided an update to the district's COVID-19 mitigation strategies which will now include requiring face coverings while indoors for all students Pre-K through 6th grade. Additionally, staff, visitors, and volunteers who work…
Paul Gazelka Resigns as Senate Majority Leader as Governor's Race Looms
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - State Sen. Paul Gazelka said Wednesday he's resigning his position as Senate majority leader, a likely precursor to joining the 2022 Minnesota governor's race. Gazelka's move stole some attention from fellow Republican state Sen.…
Essentia Health-Moose Lake Clinic Opening Sept. 7
DULUTH, Minn. - Essentia Health is opening a new clinic in Moose Lake later this month. The hospital says the new clinic will be opening on September 7 in the existing Moose Lake hospital. The Moose Lake Clinic will have…
'H2O: Watersheds at Work,' Set to Replace Aging Water Table Exhibit at Great Lakes Aquarium
DULUTH, Minn. - Chances are if you’ve visited the Great Lakes Aquarium over the past 21 years of its existence, you’ve submerged yourself in the interactive water table exhibit, learning firsthand why H2O…
City Crews Responding to a Water Main Break in Mount Royal Market Parking Lot
DULUTH, Minn. - City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Mount Royal Market parking lot. The break was reported just before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday and is located at 1600 Woodland Avenue. City…
Morning Update 9-1-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, September 1, 2021.
Split Rock Lighthouse to Require Masks Indoors Starting Today
DULUTH, Minn. - Split Rock Lighthouse announced on its Facebook page Tuesday, along with the Minnesota Historical Society, that face masks will be required indoors beginning September 1. MNHS says the decision was made to reinstate the mask mandate, regardless…
Parents Find Use for Kids’ Old Clothes at Swap in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Over in Superior some parents and community members got together to make sure people's kids' old clothes could go to good use. A clothing swap was held at Earth Rider Brewery on…
