MINNEAPOLIS-Opponents of the proposed Twin Metals copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota are suing to challenge the federal government’s renewal of the company’s mineral rights leases. The groups behind the new challenge lost an earlier lawsuit that claimed the Trump administration…
DULUTH, Minn.-The city of Duluth will be lighting the Aerial Lift Bridge in honor of all Duluth high school and college graduating seniors. Each Duluth college and high school will be celebrated individually. The Lift Bridge will be lit at…
HAYWARD, Wis.-The Hayward Chamber of Commerce has announced that this year's Musky Fest is canceled due to the coronavirus. "After exploring various options and considering a number of factors, our Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce has made the difficult decision…
ST. PAUL, Minn.-The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs will hold a virtual Memorial Day program this year in place of live events at the three State Veterans Cemeteries where past years drew thousands of visitors including for an event in…
MINNEAPOLIS-Minnesota for the first time has exceeded Gov. Tim Walz’s goal of conducting 5,000 coronavirus tests a day. The Minnesota Department of Health said Wednesday that state and private labs administered 5,223 tests on Tuesday. Walz has said that hitting…
DULUTH, Minn.-Mayor Emily Larson will provide an update on city operations at a press conference today at 12:30 p.m. Mayor Larson, in addition to Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken and Duluth Fire Chief Shawn Krizaj, will be providing operational updates…
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DULUTH, Minn. - Staff at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth urge patients to come into their facilities if you are experiencing a medical emergency. They’ve received reports of patients receiving mixed…
MINNEAPOLIS-A coalition of Minnesota hospitality organizations is urging state legislators to provide an economic relief package to help save the industry’s businesses. The coalition includes Hospitality Minnesota, the Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association, the Community of Minnesota Resorts and the Craft…
DULUTH, Minn. - Coronavirus has pretty much put a halt to humans traveling across the nation, but it’s not stopping birds and other wildlife from soaring back into the Northland for the summer…
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, May 6, 2020.
MADISON, Wis.-The University of Wisconsin System regents are set to vote this week on whether to scrap requirements that students submit ACT or SAT scores as part of their admission applications. The regents are set to meet Thursday to consider…
DULUTH, Minn.- An executive order from Governor Tim Walz gave the green light for healthcare providers to resume elective surgeries and procedures on May 11th. A move officials at Essentia Health and St. Luke's…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-- Itasca County has recorded an increase in cases of Coronavirus. There are now 22 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county. That's up from only six cases last week. Officials…
DULUTH, Minn.-- After being closed for over a month, Chilly Billy's on Woodland Avenue in Duluth opened its doors last week. Because the store is self-serve, customers who come in must wear gloves that…
DULUTH, Minn. - Local flower shops are also busy, preparing for the big floral holiday coming up this weekend. Superior Blooms is taking orders right now for Mother's Day. Management says the business…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Tourism in Wisconsin last year created a record $22.2 billion boost in the state's economy. But as the Coronavirus pandemic stretches closer to this summer, that number is expected to look…
DULUTH, Minn.-- Mother's Day is right around the corner and greenhouses are opening back up just in time. Lilac Hill Greenhouse is getting ready to open a pop-up store in the parking at Super One…
DULUTH, Minn. - With school classes virtual and many businesses shut down, many people are using their free time to fish on Knife River. "I don't want to sit at home on the couch…
DULUTH, Minn. - Grandma's Marathon weekend may be canceled this year, but runners are still hitting the pavement to clock in their times. Beginning Monday, registered runners could run their races, including the William…
DULUTH, Minn. - Many students at the College of St. Scholastica are no longer working their jobs on-campus as the college has moved to online teaching to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. But…
SUPERIOR, Wis. - People may not be able to celebrate Cinco De Mayo the way they normally would... but Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Superior mad sure everyone could still enjoy the Mexican holiday.…
DULUTH, Minn - Good news for all the ice cream lovers. Bridgeman's Restaurant in Duluth is now selling sundae kits as a way to help add some fun while you get through the…
DULUTH, Minn. - UMD graduating seniors won't be getting the traditional in-person commencement ceremony this year. However, a virtual ceremony will go live on the universities website at 11 a.m. on May 16th. Each…
DULUTH, Minn. - Local breweries are giving back to those on the front lines of the pandemic. Bent Paddle, located on West Michigan Street, is offering a buy one get one free option for…
DULUTH, Minn. - Normal routines have changed a lot for area dentists during the coronavirus pandemic, with non-emergency procedures on hold. "It's a tough position because we're trying to be here for patients that…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Conservative justices who control the Wisconsin Supreme Court raised doubts Tuesday about whether Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order is legal, asserting that the Legislature never intended to give the executive branch so much power. Justice…
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Public Schools will hold virtual graduations this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the school district announced on Tuesday. “Graduation from high school is a significant milestone, one that students anticipate and look forward to for years,”…
(Article from our sister station Fox 9) (FOX 9)-Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed an executive order Tuesday allowing elective surgeries to restart on May 11. According to the governor's office, the executive order provides a roadmap for safely restarting elective surgeries. Starting…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) —Sixteen and 17-year-olds in Wisconsin would not have to take a road test in order to receive their driver’s license under a new pilot program announced by the state Department of Transportation on Tuesday. Also, drivers age…
