Morning Update 12-18-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, December 18, 2019.
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Jay Cooke State Park Offers Multiple Upcoming Winter Events
CARLTON, Minn. - As winter break approaches for many Northland students, families will have more time to venture out and explore the winter wilderness. Two upcoming events are set to take…
Watch Live: House Starts Historic Session to Impeach Trump; GOP Stalls
WASHINGTON (AP) - The House has gaveled in for a historic session to impeach President Donald Trump. He faces charges he abused his power and obstructed Congress. Speaker Nancy Pelosi asked Democratic lawmakers to gather for what she calls a…
Great Outdoors: Enjoying the Winter Magic at Gooseberry Falls
TWO HARBORS, Minn.- While most dread seeing snow and ice here in Duluth they're the cherry on top of the experience up at Gooseberry Falls. The fluffy white snow and icicles inching closer to…
Protestors Rally in Duluth to Support Trump Impeachment
DULUTH, Minn.- As the House of Representatives is set to vote on President Trump's impeachment Wednesday, some in Duluth voiced their support for his ouster. The "No One is Above the Law" Rally was…
Kids Shop Til they Drop with Cops for Christmas
DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday 22 Duluth Police Officers were able to make this Christmas one to remember for a special group of kids. The Duluth Police Department held their 10th annual Shop…
One Year After Globe Grain Elevator Fire, Owner Hasn't Been Paid for Damages
SUPERIOR, Wis. - It's been one year since the Globe Grain Elevator was destroyed by fire. The structure was the largest wooden grain elevator in the world at one time, and it was…
$1.6 Million Lottery Ticket Sold in Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - Someone who bought a lottery ticket in Hermantown is now a millionaire after winning the $1.6 million Gopher 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at the Hermantown General Store on…
Port of Duluth-Superior Celebrating Another Record Breaking Year
DULUTH, Minn. - The Port of Duluth-Superior's shipping season is drawing to a close and the Great Lakes busiest port is still a very busy place. According to the Duluth Seaway Port Authority…
Police and Fire Chiefs Serving at The Kitchen in Memory of Late Waitress
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior's police and fire chiefs along with the district attorney and sheriff put on their aprons and got serving at The Kitchen restaurant all for a good cause. This year,…
New Lakewalk Fencing Being Installed on Lakewalk
DULUTH, Minn. - A new section of the Duluth Lakewalk behind Fitger's is undergoing more improvements to weather future storms. New wrought iron fencing between the walkway and railroad tracks is being installed this…
Early Morning House Fire In Hibbing Leaves One Man Dead
HIBBING, Minn. - Burnt wood and debris is all that is left of a home that went up in flames in Hibbing on Tuesday morning. Unfortunately that fire took the life of a man…
School Delays for Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Cook County Schools: 2 HOUR DELAY Lake Superior School District: 2 HOUR DELAY
Superior Street Snow Removal to Begin Thursday
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth will begin accumulated snow removal from Superior Street on Thursday in the downtown area. The city says staff will start on Superior Street from 6th Avenue West and work their way East beginning…
No Injuries in Single Vehicle Rollover on London Road
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say they responded to a single vehicle roll-over around 12:29 p.m. Tuesday on London Road. Authorities responded to the scene in the 2900 block of London Road where an eastbound Chevrolet van had driven up…
Shakopee Schools Report 400 Student Absences Due to Flu-Related Illnesses
Shakopee, Minn. (FOX 9) - Shakopee Public Schools says around 400 student absences due to flu-related illnesses have been reported in the last week. The district put out a notice to families saying more than 300 West Middle School absences…
Midday Update 12-17-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
Wisconsin Governor: No Tax Credits for New Foxconn Plant
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' top aide is warning Foxconn Technology Group that it won't collect any state incentives for its scaled-down factory in Wisconsin if it doesn't renegotiate the deal. Foxconn had originally promised to build…
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Offers Smart Salting Tips
DULUTH, Minn. - With the winter months upon us, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is reminding business and homeowners of smart salting and deicing tips. Officials with MPCA say over 60 percent…
Morning Update 12-17-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
Hermantown General Store Sells Winning Million Dollar Lottery Ticket
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Someone who purchased a Gopher 5 lottery ticket in Hermantown is over a million dollars richer Tuesday morning. According to the Minnesota Lottery Communications, a ticket purchased at the Hermantown General Store at 5105 Morris Thomas Road…
One Dead in Early Morning Hibbing House Fire
HIBBING, Minn. – One person is dead following an early Tuesday morning house fire in Hibbing. According to the Hibbing Police and Fire Departments, fire crews responded to reports of a structure fire at 1834 25th Street around 12:17…
Local Holiday Toy Drive In Need of More Donations
DULUTH, Minn.- The organizer of a local holiday toy drive is asking for more donations, as they've been lower this year while the demand has been higher. Mike Letica, owner of the Iron…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Free Air Life Connecting Northlanders with the Outdoors
DULUTH, Minn.- A new clothing store on 20th Avenue West in the Lincoln Park Craft District is bringing a taste of Western outdoors style to Lincoln Park. Free Air Life moved to…
Rally Calls for Council Support to Pass Ban on Conversion Therapy
DULUTH, Minn.- Activists, city leaders, and other members of the LGBTQ Community gathered on the ground floor of City Hall for a rally asking the City Council to vote yes on a ban…
City of Duluth Proclaims Day in Local War Hero's Honor
DULUTH, Minn.- U.S. Navy Commander David Wheat has done a lot in his life, and on Monday Duluth, the city he's called home all his life, recognized all he's done for our country.…
Holidays Can Pose Extra Dangers for Pets
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The holidays are time to decorate and feast, but one vet warns against feeding dogs too much off the dinner table. A veterinarian recommends limiting table scraps, especially foods that…
Family Forum Inc. Announces Early Head Start Program
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Family Forum Inc. announced on Monday they would be starting an early Head Start program at their center. The program has spots for eight children ranging from 6 weeks to…
Teamsters Local 320 Representing St. Louis County Plow Drivers Authorizes Strike
DULUTH, Minn. - The Teamsters Local 320 union representing St. Louis County Public Works employees has authorized a potential strike if a new contract with the county is not agreed to by the end of…
Free Parking Announced for Downtown Duluth Business District Through December
DULUTH, Minn. - Certain portions of the downtown business district will have free parking until the end of December. The Greater Downtown Council and the city of Duluth worked together to allow the free…
