Duluth Public Library Announces Summer Reading Program
DULUTH, Minn.--The Duluth Public Library begins its annual Summer Reading Program June 1st, and can't wait to welcome children of all ages back through its doors to pick up their books. This…
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Community Remembers Fallen DNR Conservation Officer
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. -- The Grand Rapids community and people from across the state met on Friday to remember the life of a DNR officer that lost her life in the line of…
Summer Kicks Off at Spirit Mountain with Busy Memorial Day Weekend
DULUTH, Minn.- Summer is kicking off at Spirit Mountain, set to be packed for the holiday weekend. According to resort staff, as of Friday the campgrounds were completely full for the weekend. They say…
Minnesota Legislators Miss Friday Goal for Budget Numbers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Lawmakers are still negotiating Minnesota’s next two-year budget and won’t meet the goal of Friday set by their leaders for agreeing on the final numbers that will go into the…
Governor Walz Appoints Shawn Pearson to Fill Sixth Judicial District Vacancy
ST. PAUL, Minn. - On Friday, Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan announced the appointment of Shawn Pearson as District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Sixth Judicial District. “I am proud to appoint Shawn Pearson to the Sixth Judicial…
Superior Armed Robbery, Shoplifting Suspect Formally Charged
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Authorities say the male suspect arrested in Duluth Wednesday in connection to an armed robbery and shoplifting incident in Superior has been formally charged. Norman Wayne Cutbank, 25, of Duluth is charged with one count of armed…
GOP Blocks Bipartisan Probe of Deadly Jan. 6 Riot at Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Republicans have blocked the creation of a bipartisan panel to study the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. The Senate fell sort of the 60 votes needed to consider a House-passed bill that would have formed…
One Injured in Virginia House Fire
VIRGINIA, Minn. - One person was hospitalized after a house fire in Virginia Thursday evening. According to reports from the Northland FireWire, the fire was reported around 7:30 p.m. on the 300 block…
Groundbreaking Held for Ely Schools Renovation Project
ELY, Minn. - On Thursday, the groundbreaking was held for the $20 million expansion project for Ely Public Schools. The project will include a new structure that connects the elementary and high schools, and renovations of the existing school…
Enbridge’s Line 3 Oil Pipeline Enters Critical Month in June
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — June will be a critical month for Enbridge Energy’s Line 3 crude oil pipeline as the company resumes construction and opponents mobilize for large-scale protests and civil disobedience. Winona LaDuke of Honor the Earth says she expects…
Republicans Vote to End 8-Year UW Tuition Freeze
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The Legislature’s Republican-led budget committee has voted to end a University of Wisconsin tuition freeze that has been in place for eight years and long been a GOP priority that had bipartisan support. Democratic Gov. Tony…
Minnesota State Patrol Pleads with Drivers to Use Caution as Summer Travel Begins
DULUTH, Minn. - Minnesota State Patrol is out with alarming new numbers as the Memorial Day weekend approached, just five months into the new year. The Department of Public Safety says 149 lives have…
First Red Flag Warning Issued for Park Point Beaches
DULUTH, Minn.-- The first red flag warning of the year was issued today for Park Point Beaches in Duluth because of a high risk for rip currents. The dangerous swimming conditions come from strong winds…
Superior Mayor Paine Talks Challenges of Past Year, Path Forward in State of City Address
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Superior Mayor Jim Paine did not hold an address in 2020 because of the pandemic. On Thursday, he spoke outside at Earth Rider Brewing, to give an update on the city and plans…
Suspect Apprehended After Wed. Night Robbery in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Frightening moments at CVS on Tower Avenue in Superior last night after a man allegedly went into the store and robbed it while also shocking a 68 year old woman with a stun…
Flag Raising Ceremony in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- There was a giant flag dedication ceremony held at Lakehead Constructors on Winter Street in Superior today. They unveiled the new 120' pole, that fly's a 30' x 50' American flag. They…
Food Giveaway Held in Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn.-- As the pandemic continues, the AEOA in Hermantown sponsored a food distribution site which is part of a program from the USDA. They started out with 1300 boxes, handing out 300 in the…
Duluth Summer Events Looking for Volunteers
DULUTH, Minn.-- June is bringing two exciting events back to Duluth since the pandemic. Grandmas Marathon will be drawing in large crowds but the Duluth Air Show is also expecting a big turnout. Duluth…
Wisconsin Public Schools to Get Fraction of What Evers Wants
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin public schools would receive $150 million more in funding over two years under the Republican budget approved by a legislative committee. That is less than 10% of the $1.6 billion that Democratic Gov. Tony Evers…
Red Flag Warning Issued for Park Point Beaches
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Fire Department has issued a warning for dangerous swimming conditions at Park Point beaches effective immediately until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow. The warning means that wind and wave conditions can support rip currents, which are life-threatening…
Governor Walz Launches ‘Your Shot to Summer’ Campaign to Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations
ST. PAUL, Minn. - On Thursday, Governor Walz announced a vaccine incentive campaign called "Your Shot to Summer" to encourage Minnesotans to get their COVID-19 vaccine by July 1. The governor's office said in a Thursday news release, "The first…
Midday Update 5-27-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, May 27, 2021.
Minnesota DNR: Mesabi Metallics Mineral Leases Now Terminated
DULUTH, Minn. - On Thursday, the Minnesota DNR released a statement saying they have now terminated the state mineral leases with Mesabi Metallics. The DNR says they "will follow up with the company…
Superior Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested in Duluth
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior police say the suspect in a Wednesday evening armed robbery and shoplifting incident was located and arrested in Duluth following a short pursuit from Superior. Authorities say officers responded to a CVS located at North 28th…
Campsite Cooking: Quick, Easy Fiesta Chicken Packet Dinners
Fiesta Chicken Packet Dinners Serves 4 Ingredients 1 15 oz can black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed ½ cup Salsa of choice 1 ½ cups frozen corn kernels, thawed ½ cup chopped cilantro 2 teaspoons taco seasoning…
COVID-19 Deaths Surpass 7,000 in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The number of COVID-19 deaths have now surpassed 7,000 in Wisconsin, but data that shows the number of coronavirus cases declining and more people being vaccinated offered some hope in the yearlong pandemic. The state Department…
Bluestone Vue Nears Completion
DULUTH, Minn. - Construction is wrapping up at the Bluestone complex after starting nearly 10 years ago. Vue at Bluestone is the last building to go up and they may have saved the best…
Minnesota to Give Away Prizes to People Who Get Vaccinated
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says the state plans to offer up swag in an attempt to get more people vaccinated for the coronavirus. Walz is planning a trip to a Minnesota state park Thursday to announce incentives…
Morning Update 5-27-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, May 27, 2021.
Essentia Health Eases Visitor Restrictions
DULUTH, Minn. - Essentia Health announced Thursday morning that it is moving to ease visitation guidelines as COVID-19 positivity rates decrease in the community. Starting today, two adult visitors per patient will be allowed in Essentia clinic and hospital settings,…
