Midday Update 2-3-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, February 3, 2020.
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Dunkaroos Are Making a Comeback
DULUTH, Minn. – The popular 90’s snack Dunkaroos are making a comeback. According to a recent Twitter post on the Dunkaroos page, the sweet treat is “Definitely coming back. Summer 2020.” ???? Definitely coming back. Summer 2020. ???? pic.twitter.com/PcTswQ2TRy —…
Wisconsin Man Sentenced to Prison for Burning-Bed Attack
ASHLAND, Wis. (AP) — A northern Wisconsin man has been sentenced to more than 65 years behind bars for setting his former girlfriend’s bed on fire as she slept in it. Eugene Stumbaugh, 54, of Ashland was sentenced Thursday after…
Dems Kick Off Iowa Caucuses
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - More than two years have passed since the first presidential announcement, nearly $1 billion has been spent and numerous candidates have already come and gone. And yet the Democrats' turbulent 2020 primary season officially begins…
Superior Branch of Children's Dyslexia Center to Host Fundraising Event
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Children's Dyslexia Center of Upper Wisconsin, Superior Campus is hosting the 1st annual Steppin' Up for Dyslexia fundraiser to celebrate its first year of service to local youth. It's…
Apply Now! Chester Creek Concert Series Seeks Local Musicians
DULUTH, Minn. - Many Northlanders are dreaming of warm weather, green grass, and live music in the park. Registration is now open, inviting local musicians to apply to be part…
Morning Update 2-3-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, February 3, 2020.
Warmer Air Temporarily Closes Bayfront Park Skating Rink
DULUTH, Minn. --Â With temperatures around 40 degrees on Sunday, the city of Duluth closed the ice skating rink at Bayfront Park. Puddles of water could be seen on the ice on Sunday. The…
Locals Take Advantage of the Warm Weather in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluthians were treated to some out of the ordinary warm weather in the first weekend of February. The lakewalk and Canal Park were bustling with many people out for a jog…
Last Korean Church in Duluth Closes
DULUTH, Minn. - The only Korean church in Duluth closed its doors last week Sunday. Grace Korean United Methodist Church had its last service because the pastor is now retiring. The last service was…
Sweaters to Mittens Event Launched in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Putting together mittens, from beginning to end. People came together at the Duluth Folk School in Lincoln Park to recycle and upcycle clothes and transform them into mittens. The goal of…
Some Liquor Stores Saw More Business Ahead of Super Bowl LIV
DULUTH, Minn. - Sunday afternoon, Northlanders were busy stocking up for the Super Bowl and liquor stores were bracing for more customers than usual who wanted to stock up on their favorite drinks before…
Hundreds Watch Super Bowl LIV at Grandma's Sports Garden
DULUTH, Minn. - The annual KQDS Radio Big Game Super Bowl Party at Grandma's Sports Garden brought out hundreds of football fans to enjoy the game. KQDS Radio has been hosting the evening…
Bakk Ousted as Top Democrat in Minnesota Senate
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota state Sen. Susan Kent defeated longtime Sen. Tom Bakk in an election for the leadership of the DFL Senate caucus. The two-term member from Woodbury was elected Senate DFL Minority…
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Issue Discussed by Panel in Cloquet
CLOQUET, Minn. -Â In 2016, nearly 6000 women Indigenous women were murdered or went missing in the United States. Saturday, a panel was held at Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College to discuss…
2020 Blizzard Tour Raises More Than $1.3 Million for Fight Against ALS
DULUTH, Minn. - The annual Black Woods Blizzard Tour wrapped up on Saturday. This year, more than 250 snowmobilers traveled hundreds of miles to raise money to support the fight against ALS. At…
5th Annual Ice and Mixed Climbing Festival Attracts Hundreds
DULUTH, Minn. - Quarry Park in Duluth has a 1000 feet wide, 100 feet tall rock face perfect for ice climbing. Hundreds of local and regional climbers came out to be…
First Ever Twin Ports Brewfest
DULUTH, Minn. - The first-ever Twin Ports Brewfest was held at the Clyde Malting Building in Duluth. 15 different brewers poured over 60 different beers and ciders at the event. Organizers say Duluth has a…
Cold Front Celebration Officially Kicks Off
DULUTH, Minn. - With those above average temperature, it was a great day to get outside, and that's what Duluthians did today at Bayfront Festival Park where Cold Front Duluth has officially kicked off!…
Glensheen Mansion Cancels 'Fire Fest' Event
DULUTH, Minn. - The Fire Fest event scheduled for February 15th at the Glensheen Mansion has been canceled. Glensheen announced the cancellation Friday saying Fire Fest had many unexpected elements that required additional planning time with a wide variety of…
2019 Was Busiest Year Ever for St. Louis County Rescue Squad
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. - The St. Louis County Rescue Squad says 2019 was the busiest year in its 61-year history. The Rescue Squad posted on Facebook that its members ran 542 missions in 2019, eclipsing the previous record by…
Wisconsin Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Prevent Sexual Assault Kit Backlog
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill designed to prevent a backlog of untested sexual assault kits, scrapping proposals championed by Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul. The Senate overwhelmingly passed bills in October that would create new…
Vintage Sno-Cats Blaze Trails in Bessemer
BESSEMER, Mich. - From recreation to railroads to military, Sno-Cats are versatile machines that can take people through deep snow. Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us to a convention where more than two-dozen vintage Sno-Cats…
40th Annual Northland Skating Competition Attracts Nearly 500 Skaters
DULUTH, Minn. - This weekend the 40th Annual Northland Figure Skating Competition put on by the Duluth Figure Skating Club is bringing 489 skaters to the DECC. It is the largest skating…
A Trend To Steal Valuable Car Parts Causes Financial Burden For A Local Community Club
DULUTH, Minn. - Valuable parts are being stolen out of parked cars in Duluth's Lincoln Park neighborhood. The recent trend is creating a financial burden for a local community club that relies on the…
Minnesota Supreme Court Associate Justice Visits Local High School
DULUTH, Minn. - Today, a Minnesota Supreme Court Justice spoke at Denfeld High School in Duluth. Justice Anne McKeig is the first American Indian to serve on Minnesota's Supreme Court. She was appointed by former…
Local Impacts of the Coronavirus
TWIN PORTS - The Coronavirus has caused the State Department to recommend against all travel to China. Airlines are also suspending flights between the U.S. and China as the virus spreads. According to the Associated…
Third Annual Duluth Cold Front Celebration Kicks Off Tomorrow
DULUTH, Minn. - This weekend is the third annual Duluth Cold Front Celebration. This year, the event will be held at Bayfront Festival Park for the first time. Outdoor events include sled rides,…
Pizza Shops Get Ready For Super Bowl Rush
DULUTH, Minn. - Many pizza shops in Duluth are gearing up for the big game this Sunday. Lee's Pizza in Lincoln Park has already started making extra dough and slicing fresh mozzarella to prepare…
Senate Rejects Efforts to Call More Impeachment Witnesses
WASHINGTON, D.C.-The Senate rejected the idea of summoning witnesses for President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial late Friday, all but ensuring his acquittal. But senators considered pushing off final voting on his fate to next week. The vote on allowing new…
