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Lake Superior Zoo Spring Membership Drive Ends Today

DULUTH, Minn. - It's a summer packed with wild fun at the Lake Superior Zoo. Happening Tuesday, June 2, the zoo will host its M.A.D. Safari member appreciation day event. There will be free…

Twin Cities End COVID-19 Mask Requirements

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Both Minneapolis and St. Paul are ending the coronavirus mask requirements as vaccination rates are on the rise. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey imposed the indoor mask mandate last spring, two months before Gov. Tim Walz issued a…

Mesabi Metallics Sues State Over Mineral Lease Termination

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Mesabi Metallics is suing the state of Minnesota over its iron ore leases which regulators terminated last week. The state Department of Natural Resources says the company failed to live up to terms of its contract,…

Morning Update 6-2-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, June 2, 2021.

Biden Pushes for US Voting Rights Law as Restrictions Mount

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has used the 100th anniversary of Tulsa’s race massacre to plea for sweeping legislation in Congress to protect the right to vote. Biden’s message comes as Republican-led state governments pass new restrictions making it…

Mike Randolph Resigns as Head Coach of Duluth East Boys Hockey Team

DULUTH, Minn. - For over three decades, Mike Randolph has been a staple of the Duluth East boys hockey team. But Tuesday, we learned some shocking news that is sure to impact not only…

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Announces Plan to Remove Dredging Debris from Park Point

DULUTH, Minn.- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the City of Duluth have announced a plan to cleanup aluminum and tin metal fragments from Park Point Beach. The Corps had spread dredged…

Shorty's Abruptly Shuts Down, Cites 'Huge Shortage of Labor'

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The popular Shorty’s Pizza and Smoked Meats in Superior meats has abruptly shut down, just months after being featured again on the Food Network's "Diners Drive-Ins and Dives.” The once bustling kitchen…

Great Outdoors: Golf Shop Sales

DULUTH, Minn. -- Nevada Bobs is a full service golf store offering a little something for every golf enthusiast. "Anything golf related we carry and we sell. We also have simulators that we use for…

City Offices and Buildings Re-Opening to the Public

DULUTH, Minn.-- Today, Duluth's City Hall and the community branches of the Duluth Public Library re-opened to the public. After a year of assisting through masks and plexi-glass, the city is ready to help its community…

Local Hardware Stores Stocking up For Hot Temperatures

DULUTH, Minn.-- Spring has brought a mix of cold and hot days, but as temperatures steadily climb into the 80's towards the end of the week, local hardware stores are stocking up on air…

Duluth Candy Company Grand Opening is Today

DULUTH, Minn-Duluth Candy Company is holding its grand opening today under its new ownership. The popcorn was popping all morning and the shelves were stocked and ready for all the customers excited to…

Fences Comes Down at Minnesota Capitol; Layoff Notes Go Out

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The fence that had surrounded the Minnesota Capitol since the unrest over the death of George Floyd began coming down Tuesday, although officials have yet to set a…

One Arrested in Cass County Shots Fired Incident

CASS COUNTY, Minn. - The Cass County Sheriff's Office says a 25-year-old male has been arrested in connection to a Tuesday morning shots fired incident. Deputies responded to reports of several shots fired at individuals around 10:32 a.m. in the…

Chauvin Faces Hearing on Federal Charges in Floyd’s Death

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in last year’s death of George Floyd is scheduled to make an initial appearance in federal court for allegedly violating Floyd’s civil rights. Derek Chauvin is scheduled to appear…

Suspect Arrested in 2017 Hibbing Homicide

HIBBING, Minn. - Authorities say a suspect has been arrested and charged in connection to the 2017 Hibbing homicide of 71-year-old Courtney Fenske. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, 51-year-old Blake Stangel was charged Friday with second-degree manslaughter,…

Midday Update 6-1-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 1, 2021.

Guard Sues Minnesota State Patrol for Arrest During Protests

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Black man who worked as a security guard for a CNN crew covering protests in Minneapolis following George Floyd’s death last summer is suing two Minnesota State Patrol officers, accusing them of violating his civil rights and unlawful…

Moderna Seeks Full FDA Approval for Its Vaccine

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- American pharmaceutical company Moderna says it has begun the process to win full U.S. regulatory approval for the use of its COVID-19 vaccine in adults. Moderna announced Tuesday it has begun a “rolling submission” to the Food…

Ready, Set, Build! LEGO® MASTERS Season 2 Kicks Off Tonight On FOX

DULUTH, Minn. - If you're looking for a show that brings imagination, design, and creativity to life, then you're in luck this summer. Tune in to FOX 21 Tuesday, June 1 at…

Morning Update 6-1-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 1, 2021.

COVID-19 Hospitalizations at Their Lowest Level in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Hospitalizations due to the COVID-19 virus are at their lowest recorded levels in Wisconsin, a 92% drop from the peak less than seven months ago. The Wisconsin Hospital Association said that as of Monday, there were 186…

Teen Arrested for Aggravated Robbery in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth police say an 18-year-old male was arrested Monday after robbing an individual at the Northland Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. According to the police, the incident happened just after 4:00 p.m. The victim told authorities that the teen…