Car Washes Remain Busy During Cold Snap
DULUTH, Minn. - While it is cold outside, people are still getting their cars washed at places like Miller Mall Car Wash in Duluth. According to management, while there is a slight decrease because…
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Fuel Spikes Due to Pandemic, Cold Temps
DULUTH, Minn. - With the cold weather, fuel companies are making sure that people are getting propane and heating oil they need to get through the frigid temperatures. With the combination of COVID and the…
New Restrictions by Canada Sting Minnesota Border Businesses
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — Canadian officials are enforcing tighter restrictions on nonessential travel across its border, which many northern Minnesota business owners view as a move in the wrong direction. Canada has kept its border closed to nonessential visitors for…
Pelosi Says Independent Commission Will Examine Capitol Riot
WASHINGTON (AP) -- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress will establish an independent, Sept. 11-style commission to look into the deadly insurrection that took place at the U.S. Capitol. Pelosi says the commission will "investigate and report on the facts…
Moment of Silence Will Be Held for Clinic Shooting Victims
BUFFALO, Minn. (AP) — A moment of silence will be held on Tuesday to mark one week since a Minnesota man walked into a health clinic northwest of Minneapolis and opened fire, killing one staff member and injuring four others.…
Duluth Warming Center Activated for Week of Feb 15
DULUTH, Minn. - Due to dangerous wind chills and cold temperatures the Duluth Warming Center has been activated for the week of February 15 through February 21. In a Monday press release, the City of Duluth said the expanded hours…
City Crews Respond to Second Water Main Break in Duluth Today
DULUTH, Minn- City crews are responding to a second water main break today in Duluth. The water main break is located at 4220 Colorado Street. It is not known at this time how long it will take to repair the…
Wolf Hunt Approved in Wisconsin as Legal Fight Continues
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Board has voted unanimously to conduct a wolf hunt beginning next week with up to 200 animals to be harvested. The vote came even as the state was asking an…
The Latest: Record Lows Seen in Several US Cities
MINNEAPOLIS — The National Weather Service says several cities are experiencing record lows amid a winter storm that’s dropping snow and ice in a huge swath of the U.S. The weather station in Hibbing/Chisholm, Minnesota, saw a record low of…
Moment of Silence Will Be Held for Clinic Shooting Victims
BUFFALO, Minn. (AP) -- A moment of silence will be held on Tuesday to mark one week since a Minnesota man walked into a health clinic northwest of Minneapolis and opened fire, killing one staff member and injuring four others.…
Evers Proposes $100 Million for New Venture Capital Fund
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers will propose more than $329 million in new economic development initiatives as part of his state budget proposal on Tuesday, including a…
Morning Update 02/15/2021
Join FOX 21's Nachai Taylor and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.
Midday Update 02/15/2021
Join FOX 21's Nachai Taylor and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.
City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in East Hillside
DULUTH, Minn. - Utility Operations crews are responding to another water main break, this time located in the East Hillside neighborhood. The break was reported Friday morning around 5:18 a.m. at 614 North 13th Avenue East. The city says water…
School Closings, Delays: Monday, Feb. 15, 2021
The following cancellations or delays have been reported to FOX 21 for Monday, Feb. 15, 2021: Birchwood School District - Closed Superior School District - Closed, virtual and in-person learning. Drummond…
Woman Hopes To Find Kind Couple Who Gave Her Valentine's Day Card In Canal Park
DULUTH, Minn. --- A Duluth woman is hoping to reconnect with a couple who handed her a Valentine's Day card in Canal Park, so she can let them know how the small act…
Love, Much-Needed Business in the Air for Northland Restaurants on Valentine's Day
DULUTH, Minn.- It seemed Valentine's Day was the first, closest-to-normal holiday in almost a year, especially for restaurants in the Northland. For some, it was the first time opening up to dine-in customers…
'Thank You' Signs Pop Up Around North Shore Schools for Teachers and Staff
TWO HARBORS, Minn.-- Teachers, staff and students have been making their way back to Minnehaha Elementary in Two Harbors. And they've been bound to notice one of these signs along the way. Late last week,…
6th Annual Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women’s March Continues Amid Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn.-- Earlier this afternoon, local indigenous groups found a new way to honor those who are missing or murdered. Dozens joined in virtually to the 6th Annual Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women's Memorial March…
Wisconsin DNR To Recommend Harvest Quota Of 200 Wolves
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The state Department of Natural Resources says it will propose a harvest quota of 200 wolves when the the group’s policy board meets Monday to discuss launching a wolf hunt immediately. The Journal Sentinel reports the…
Preliminary Data Shows Temp Of 50 Below In Boundary Waters
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A weather station in the Boundary Waters recorded a temperature of 50 degrees below zero on Saturday, which will be a record low for Minnesota for the day of Feb. 13 if it is verified. The 50-below…
Minneapolis To Spend $6.4M To Recruit More Police Officers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minneapolis will spend $6.4 million to hire dozens of police officers, even as some City Council members and activist groups are advocating to replace the police department following George Floyd's death. The council voted unanimously on Friday…
Doctors Who Say No To Opioid Use Face Threats From Patients
Doctors say they're facing increasing threats of violence for refusing to prescribe opioids or trying to wean patients off the addictive painkillers. The issue was underscored by Tuesday's shooting at a Minnesota clinic that left one person dead and four…
Winterfest Medallion Hunt Canceled Due to Alleged Property Damage by Participants
DULUTH, Minn.- The 12th Annual Winterfest Medallion Hunt, hosted by Northland radio stations, has been canceled. According to organizers, it's due to the alleged actions of some participants. A spokesperson from Midwest Communications…
Superior Ice Racing Association’s Racing Season in Full Swing with Souptown Showdown
DULUTH, Minn.-- Ice racing season is in full swing in Superior with Saturday’s Souptown Showdown race. "There’s no traction out here, we're all on the same surface cause it is ice," said racer Greg Pluntz.…
North Shore Rotary Holds Fundraiser for Mental Health Awareness
TWO HARBORS, Minn.-- Over in Two Harbors, a group got together to raise awareness for the mental health of young people in the area. The North Shore Rotary Club held a fundraiser raising awareness for…
Former President Trump Acquitted of Inciting Violent Jan 6th Attack on Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate has acquitted Donald Trump of inciting the horrific Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, bringing his trial to a close and giving the former president a historic second…
With Cold Temps, Experts Say Watch for Frozen Pipes and Faulty Windows or Doors
DULUTH, Minn.- The temps are expected to remain frigid over the coming days, which may have an impact on your home. During cold weather conditions, it’s important to make sure you’re watching out…
Animal Allies Receives Wrapping on New Transport Van
DULUTH, Minn. - Animal Allies Humane Society has just received wrapping on their brand new transport vehicle. The non-profit was able to raise $60,000 through their 2019 Fur Ball fundraiser and just received…
Local Bars and Restaurants React to Eased Restrictions from Gov. Walz
DULUTH, Minn.-- Local bars and restaurants in the Northland say Governor Walz's announcement scaling back restrictions is good news. It was just about a month ago when Minnesota bars and restaurants were able to…
