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Duluth Library Foundation Receives Big Donation
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Library Foundation received a big donation today just in time for the holidays. The anonymous donor gave a generous gift of $30,000 in support of the library. The funds…
Volunteers Clean Up Bentleyville After Blizzard on Chilly Christmas Eve
DULUTH, Minn.-- Volunteers and community members braced the cold winds and chilly temps to help clean up Bentleyville after the blizzard. The harsh weather from Wednesday’s snowstorm struck Duluth’s Christmastime icon. Nearly half a foot…
Ice Rinks and Warming Centers Open During Christmas Holiday
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Good news for skating enthusiasts! Ice rinks and warming sheds in Superior are open for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Skating rinks at a select few locations were open for…
Residents Displaced as Fire in Lincoln Park Burns Building
DULUTH, Minn. - Firefighters did their best to battle out-of-control flames during the city's worst winter storm so far this season. This, as the 12 displaced residents try to figure out what's next. The…
Spirit Mountain to Remain Closed Until Saturday
DULUTH, Minn. - Spirit mountain will remain closed through the holidays after shutting down Wednesday night due to the blizzard-like conditions. According to their website, because of the strong winds safely maintaining the lifts and the hill will be difficult.…
Local Restaurant Donates Gift Card Proceeds To Employees
DULUTH, Minn. - Gift cards can be great last-minute gifts this holiday season, and a local restaurant is taking some of the proceeds from gift card sales to give back to its employees. Maya…
Midday Update 12/24/20
Join FOX 21's Nachai Taylor and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020.
Morning Update 12/24/20
Join FOX 21's Nacahai Taylor and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020.
Northland Newborns 12-24-20
Every Thursday morning on FOX 21 Local News from 7 – 9 a.m., we’re teaming up with Essentia Health to showcase Northland Newborns. If you would like to submit a photo with a description of…
Republicans Shoot Down Trump's Demand For $2,000 Stimulus Checks
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Republicans have shot down a Democratic bid to pass President Donald Trump’s longshot demand for $2,000 direct payments to most Americans. The made-for-TV clash came as the Democratic-controlled chamber convened its session on Thursday. It was…
B&B Market Food Train Success Chugging Into Holiday Season
CLOQUET, Minn. - The B&B Market in Cloquet is continuing their food train for the holidays. On Wednesday, members of the Fond Du Lac Reservation wanted to thank the market for helping out people…
Twin Ports Trailer Trash Offering Free Christmas Tree Pickup
DULUTH, Minn. - If you're already thinking ahead to 2021 you may also be thinking about how to dispose of your Christmas Tree. After a successful program last year, Twin Ports Trailer will once…
Bayfield Non-Profit Donating Toys to Kids, Gifts for Seniors
BAYFIELD, Wisc. - New Executive Director Mary Dougherty took over Core Community Resources in Bayfield Wisconsin in 2019 with a mission in mind geared towards helping seniors. "Doing things like mowing your lawn, shoveling…
Blizzard Causes 'Extensive Damage' At Bentleyville; Clean-Up Volunteers Needed
DULUTH -- The drive-thru version of Bentleyville Tour of Lights suffered "extensive damage" during Wednesday's blizzard in Duluth, according to a post on the Bentleyville Facebook page late Wednesday. "We are asking any and…
'Miracle 11' Crew Donates $5,000 for Food Insecurity in Superior Area
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- It's been seven years since 11 skydivers played with death after a mid-air collision of two planes over Superior. Those skydivers continue to put that highly publicized moment to good use in…
Local Businesses Prepare as Blizzard Hits Twin Ports
DULUTH, Minn.-- It was a winter wonderland Wednesday in Duluth. But while it's keeping some people indoors for the time being, a handful of local businesses are geared up for their time to shine…
Crooked Spoon Reopens as Food Truck
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - As most food trucks have closed their doors for the winter, one restaurant up in Grand Marais has decided to move operations on wheels. After the Crooked Spoon…
Grand Marais Businesses Preparing for Winter Tourism Season
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - It's getting colder and the ice are area lakes are continuing to freeze, meaning it's time for more people to get outside. "We'll start getting busy in January and…
Knights of Columbus Give Big to Union Gospel Mission
DULUTH, Minn. - The Union Gospel Mission in Duluth received a big donation from local chapters of a Catholic organization. Several councils from the Duluth area of Knights of Columbus decided to give…
CHUM Staff Prepare Residents for Cold Weather
DULUTH, Minn. - With dangerously cold air following this storm, the CHUM drop-in center in downtown Duluth is preparing for an influx of people needing a warm place to stay. Officials at CHUM tell us…
City of Duluth and Duluth Fire Department Prepare for Snow
DULUTH, Minn. - Earlier today, we talked with Duluth city officials about their snow removal plans and how Duluth firefighters are ready for whatever the storm brings. Whether it be city snowplows or fire…
DTA to Activate Emergency Mainline Service Tonight
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Transit Authority is activating their Emergency Mainline Service at 6:00 p.m. due to unsafe travel conditions. The DTA says limited routes will continue to run where possible. Christmas Eve service is anticipated to return tomorrow…
Fond du Lac Reservation Receives 700 Doses of Moderna COVID Vaccine
CLOQUET, Minn. - On Wednesday, the Fond du Lac Reservation received 700 doses of the Moderna COVID vaccine. According to a recent press release, FDL Medical Director Dr. Charity Reynolds was the first healthcare worker to get the vaccination. "I…
Minnesota State Patrol Responds to 251 Crashes, 129 Vehicles off Road
MONTICELLO, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota State Patrol says it has responded to 251 crashes, 129 vehicles that ran off the road, and 19 jackknifed semis Wednesday during blizzard conditions.…
City of Duluth Issues 'No Travel Advisory' During Blizzard Warning
DULUTH, Minn. (Press Release) - Starting immediately, the City of Duluth in coordination with the National Weather Service in Duluth are issuing a no travel advisory until further notice. The National Weather Service of Duluth recently issued a blizzard warning…
Wisconsin Records 2,579 More COVID-19 Cases, 69 More Deaths
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin health officials on Wednesday confirmed hundreds of new COVID-19 cases and deaths connected to the disease. The Department of Health Services reported 2,579 newly confirmed cases. The state has now seen 463,594 cases since the…
Spirit Mountain Closing Early Due to High Winds
DULUTH, Minn. - Spirit Mountain says they will be closing early today, December 23, due to high winds. Spirit announced on their Facebook page Wednesday: "For the safety of our guests and employees, Spirit Mountain will close at 2:30 p.m.…
Bentleyville Temporarily Closes Due to Weather Conditions
DULUTH, Minn. - The City of Duluth announced Wednesday afternoon that Bentleyville will be closed tonight due to deteriorating weather conditions and extremely cold temperatures. “In an effort to keep our staff, volunteers, and our visitors safe, we have made…
