Midday Update 12-4-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
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City Takes Responsibility for Storm Response
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth held a press conference Wednesday morning to apologize to residents for the response to the storm. Prior to the press conference Mayor Emily Larson posted on social media saying, “As a City, we…
Wisconsin Researchers Find Microplastics in Boundary Water
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) - Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire have found microplastics in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness of northern Minnesota. The researchers say they found microplastics - particularly fibers - in water, soil and worms…
2019 Knife River Julebyen Features Trolls, Vendors, and Scandinavian Traditions
KNIFE RIVER, Minn. - Julebyen (pronounced YOOL-eh-BE-en) means “Christmas Village”. Residents near and far in the Northland are invited to visit the community of Knife River along Highway 61 Saturday, December 7 and Sunday,…
Thunderbird Mall Hosting "An Old Fashioned Christmas at the Mall"
VIRGINIA, Minn. - If you're looking for some unique holiday shopping this season, you'll find it December 7 - 8 at the Thunderbird Mall in Virginia. Bob Cap with Northern Minnesota…
Morning Update 12-4-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
Two Duluth Public Schools Remain Closed Wednesday
DULUTH, Minn. - Two Duluth Public Schools will remain closed Wednesday, December 4 due to continued travel issues. Lowell Elementary School and Myers-Wilkins Elementary School in Duluth will remain closed, according to Superintendent Bill Gronseth. Other schools in the District…
Mechanic Explains What That Yellow Snow Under Your Car Is
DULUTH, Minn. -- We all know the rule about yellow snow: don't go near it. But should you worry about it when it's coming from underneath your car? Some drivers who dug out their cars…
Federal, State, Local Law Enforcement Educate Parents about Predators on Social Media
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - On Tuesday night, law enforcement agencies and prosecutors on the federal, state, and local levels joined together to educate parents about how predators coerce teens and kids for explicit photos and videos…
Doctors Remind to Shovel Smart to Avoid Heart Problems
DULUTH, Minn.- When shoveling all this snow off driveways, streets and cars in a hurry, it can be hard to remember to take it easy for your health. According to Cardiologists with Essentia…
Superior Mayor Paine: Most Streets, Alleys Plowed
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Across the bridge in Superior, Mayor Jim Paine said almost all streets and alleys have been plowed. According to the Mayor, Midtown and South End neighborhoods are the last to get cleared…
Crews Busy Clearing Snow from Roofs to Avoid Ice Dams and Vent Blockages
DULUTH, Minn.- Roads aren't the only things experiencing problems under all the snow--roofs should be added to your shoveling list. Big piles of snow can create bigger problems in the form of ice dams…
Crews Work To Get Ice Off Aerial Lift Bridge
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth's Aerial Lift Bridge was shut down for part of the day so crews could clear off ice that has been preventing it from lifting for ships, since Monday. Crews…
Volunteers Come Out To Help Get Bentlyville Open After Snow Storm
DULUTH, Minn.- The holiday season is not complete without a little bit of snow. But as inches on top of inches fell throughout the city, it kept folks occupied with digging themselves out. And…
Duluthians Battling the Challenges of Unplowed Roads
DULUTH, Minn. - After nearly two feet of snow fell over the weekend, city plows are still working to clear some residential roads, meaning some people's cars are still blocked in by big snow…
Firelight Inn Guests Stranded for Two Days After Blizzard
DULUTH, Minn. - As nearly 90 percent of residential roads were plowed by Tuesday evening, guests at the bed and breakfast called the Firelight Inn in the East End of Duluth were stranded for…
City Officials: 100 Percent of Main Roads Cleared in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- As of 3:00 p.m., city officials have announced one hundred percent of all main roads have been cleared, and ninety percent of residential roads. For streets that are not yet clear, it is likely that cars are parked…
Bentleyville to Reopen Tonight
DULUTH, Minn.-After being closed for three days due to the recent storm, Bentleyville will be open once again tonight. The lights will be on at 5 p.m. "For those who need wheelchair access to the park, there may be some…
Kamala Harris Announces End of Democratic Presidential Campaign
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Kamala Harris is ending her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020. She told supporters in an email Tuesday that she simply doesn't have the financial resources we need to continue. Harris launched her campaign in front of…
County Board Approves Purchase of 12 New Trucks for Plowing/Hauling for Next Winter
DULUTH, Minn.-The St. Louis County Board has unanimously approved the purchase of 12 new tandem trucks to be used for snow plowing and ice control, as well as hauling gravel, for $1.59 million. The new trucks will replace existing trucks…
Student, Officer Injured in Another Wisconsin High School Shooting
OSHKOSH, Wis.-Police say there's been another shooting at a Wisconsin high school in which an armed student was confronted by a police officer. The shooting happened Tuesday morning at Oshkosh West High School. Oshkosh police say the student and the…
Midday Update 12-3-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
Minnesota Supreme Court Declines to Hear Lawsuit From UMD Coaches
DULUTH, Minn.-The Minnesota Supreme Court has denied hearing a lawsuit brought on by three former UMD coaches concerning a case focused on discrimination based on sexual orientation. Former UMD women's hockey coach Shannon Miller, former softball coach Jen Banford, and…
Lift Bridge to Begin Deicing at 10:00 a.m.
DULUTH, Minn.-The Aerial Lift Bridge will begin deicing at 10:00 a.m. this morning. During this time the bridge will need to close for approximately 15 minutes to vehicle and pedestrian traffic. The bridge will then reopen to clear traffic before…
City Officials: 60 Percent of Residential Streets Plowed
DULUTH, Minn. - As of 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 3, Duluth city officials report over 60 percent of residential streets have been plowed. The City has been able to fix or replace graders that needed mechanical repairs in the last…
Updated: Closings and Delays for Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019
CLOSED DEC. 3: -Churchill Elementary School, Cloquet (Other Cloquet Public Schools Remain Open) -Duluth School District -Duluth Bethel -Lakeview Christian Academy -Proctor School District -Senior Connections (No senior meal services, including Meals on Wheels, or transportation service for Douglas County)…
Cleveland-Cliffs Buying AK Steel in $1.1B Stock Deal
CLEVELAND-Cleveland-Cliffs is buying AK Steel in a stock deal valued at about $1.1 billion. After a brief spike in steel prices, U.S. steel producers have struggled since the Trump administration put steel tariffs into place last year. Domestic demand has…
Local Softball Organization Raising Funds for Amberwing
SUPERIOR, Wis. - On Saturday, December 7 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Belgian Club in Superior, you're encouraged to enjoy Breakfast with Santa all for a great cause. The…
Morning Update 12-3-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
KYN: Dozens Of Christmas Trees Dug Out Of Snow
DULUTH, Minn. - These mounds of heavy, are causing a few problems out there. In this week's knowing you neighbors we are introduced to an area tree seller dealing with lots of extra work.…
