Ground Broken on New Senior Care Facility in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Ground has been broken on a new senior care facility coming to Duluth. The Bluffs of Duluth on Coffee Creek Boulevard is an $8.2 million project. It will provide thirty-six…
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UMD In Line For Funding From Governor Walz's Bonding Bill
DULUTH, Minn. - Some big money could be coming to UMD in the near future after Governor Walz released his bonding bill last week. The school could be in line for more than $10…
State Senators Head To Hibbing As Ongoing Debates Continue Into Proposed Minnesota Gun Law
HIBBING, Minn. - Ongoing debates about new Minnesota gun laws continue. Several state senators traveled to Hibbing for a public informational hearing to touch on a few proposed bills addressing firearms and public safety…
Audit Finds More Violations at Department of Human Services
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - An internal audit has found several violations of laws to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in a Department of Human Services division responsible for a string of improper payments. The department's behavioral health division was…
US Gets First Case of Mysterious New Chinese Illness
SEATTLE (AP) - The U.S. has its first case of a new virus that was found only last month in China, and health officials say they expect to see more around the world in the coming days. A U.S. resident…
LIVE: The U.S. Senate Begins the Impeachment Trial of President Donald Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell abruptly changed his proposed rules for President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial after senators objected. He is now offering three days, rather than two, for opening arguments from each side. Democrats objected strongly…
Vikings Pick up 5 Additions to Pro Bowl, Including Cousins
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have five additions to the NFC Pro Bowl roster, giving them eight players in the all-star game for their highest total in 10 years. The team announced Tuesday that quarterback Kirk Cousins, defensive…
Longtime Democratic State Senator Won't Seek Re-Election
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Another longtime Democratic Wisconsin state senator says he won't seek re-election this fall. Mark Miller of Monona announced on the Senate floor Tuesday that he won't run again this November. Miller is a former fighter pilot…
Midday Update 1-21-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 21, 2020.
Renegade Theater Kicks Off 2020 Season with Production of "Bright Star"
DULUTH, Minn. - Renegade Theater Company is proud to present the first production of their 2020 season, "Bright Star." Performers Christina Stroup Manchester and Blake Reistad stopped by FOX 21 Local News from…
Senate to Vote on Funding for UW Missing Soldiers Project
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The state Senate is set to vote on a bill that would allow the University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers to request hundreds of thousands of dollars to recover missing Wisconsin soldiers'…
Wisconsin Senate to Legalize Taking Selfies With Ballot
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin voters could legally take selfies with their marked election ballots under a proposal up for approval in the state Senate. Supporters of the measure call the current ban archaic, especially in an era in which…
Mayor of Eagan Arrested for Drunken Driving
EAGAN, Minn. - The mayor of Eagan is accused of driving drunk and crashing into a snowbank with a blood-alcohol level more than twice the legal limit. Mike Maguire was arrested near his home Jan. 11 after police responded to…
Morning Update 1-21-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 21, 2020.
Trump Impeachment Trial to Begin With Rules Fight, Long Days
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial is set to unfold at the Capitol. On the eve of the trial, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell proposed a condensed, two-day calendar for each side's opening arguments. The rules package will…
KYN: Gentlemen's Choice Barbers
DULUTH, Minn. – Gentlemen’s Choice Barbers opened up back in July of 2019 and has seen a rush of customers since. It’s been a good positive response in the community to good old fashioned…
St. Louis County Public Works Employees Vote to Ratify New Contract with County
EVELETH, Minn.- In an unprecedented unanimous vote, the Teamsters Local 320 Union representing St. Louis County Public Works employees voted to ratify a contract agreement with the County, ending their strike which began last…
High School Band Students Visit CSS For Annual Honor Band Festival
DULUTH, Minn. - Nearly 100 high school students visited the College of St. Scholastica for a day of music-making. The college hosted it's fourth annual High School Honor Band Festival. High school band directors from…
Twin Ports Pays Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
DULUTH, Minn. - Communities around the nation are honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the Duluth community is continuing its annual tradition of paying homage. People of all ages and races have…
KYN: Lost Cove Co. Tattoo
DULUTH, Minn. - The pop-up shop in the Miller Hill Mall is now filled with a *new tattoo shop. The lost cove co was founded by Minnesota native, and celebrity tattoo…
Union for Plow Drivers Approves Deal Ending Strike
EVELETH, Minn.-The union for St. Louis County plow drivers has approved a deal that will end their strike which began last Wednesday. The vote passed 133-0. According to a press release from St.…
Denfeld High School Alum CJ Ham Heading to Pro Bowl
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth native CJ Ham will be on his way to the Pro Bowl after being named as the replacement for 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk. The announcement was made by his agent on Sunday night. And Just like…
Midday Update 1-20-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 20, 2020.
Prince Wrongful Death Case Dismissed; Estate Case Continues
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota court records show a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Prince's family members has been quietly dismissed in recent months against all defendants. Though the dismissal of one defendant…
Minnesota Dentists Offering Free Dental Care for over 2,000 Children
DULUTH, Minn. - Northland children in need of dental care are now able to apply for free services to be completed on February 7 & 8. The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA)…
Pattison State Park to Host Centennial Celebration with Series of Events
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. - Pattison State Park becomes 100 year old on January 20th. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is kicking off the centennial year with “Winterfest” on…
Morning Update 1-20-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 20, 2020.
Minnesota Teen Found Unresponsive After Fall From Park Cliff
TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. (AP) - Sheriff's officials say a teenager was found unresponsive after falling off a 30-foot cliff at a state park north of the Twin Cities. The Chisago County Sheriff's Office says deputies navigated the “extreme terrain” to…
St. Louis County, Teamsters Local 320 Reach Contract Agreement
DULUTH, Minn. - According to Teamsters Local 320 Recording Secretary Erik Skoog, an agreement has been reached between public works employees and St. Louis County. The announcement was made early Monday morning on Skoog's Facebook page. In a post, Skoog…
Less Than Week Ahead of Beargrease, Fundraiser Helps with Last Minute Expenses
DULUTH, Minn.- Excitement is building less than a week before the 40th annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. A fundraiser was held at Breeze Inn on Jean Duluth Road to help raise money for…
