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Nine People Charged So Far From Wisconsin Rape Kit Backlog

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Charges have been filed against nine people so far as a result of the Wisconsin Department of Justice's work to test thousands of kits containing evidence collected from sexual assault victims. Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul…

William A. Irvin to Move to Dry Dock Thursday

DULUTH, Minn. – The William A. Irvin is set to head into dry dock on Thursday to continue restoration efforts which include exterior repair of its hull. Fraser Shipyards says the restoration is expected to take four to seven weeks.…

Midday Update 7-31-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 31, 2019.

Gifts To Those Fighting Cancer

DULUTH, Minn.- Cancer patients and their family members received blankets and messages of hope Tuesday morning at both Northland hospitals. It's all part of the program through the Miller Hill Subaru Group and Leukemia &…

Black Super New Moon Coming Tonight

NORTHLAND -- A first since 2016, an astronomical event called the 'Black Moon' occurs tonight. What exactly is it? Well, you've heard of a 'Blue Moon' - right? It's the second full moon within one month. And a 'Black Moon' is…

Morning Update 7-31-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 31, 2019.

Pilot Suspected of Drinking Arrested at Twin Cities Airport

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A Delta Air Lines pilot suspected of drinking before his flight at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been arrested. A report by airport police says the pilot had an "alcoholic container'' in his possession and was suspected…

Doc "Moonlight" Graham Festival

CHISHOLM, Minn.- Known for his work in the baseball movie "Field of Dreams", Chisholm native Doc "Moonlight" Grahams festival kicks off Wednesday. The festival features a parade, car cruise, and even a 5K run on…

Great Outdoors: Great Lakes Aquarium Camp

DULUTH, Minn. - Protecting Lake Superior from invasive species continues to be an important issue an this week Great Lakes Aquarium is teaching kids how they can help. Kids eight to eleven years…

Yoga Practice at Glensheen

DULUTH, Minn. - This summer, Tuesday nights are Yoga nights at Glensheen Mansion. Classes are taught by an instructor from the studio Yoga North and are held on the lawn showing off beautiful…

Loophole Allows Families to get aid Meant for Needy Students

(AP) - The U.S. Education Department is being urged to close a loophole that has allowed some wealthy families to get federal aid meant for low-income students. Federal authorities have been notified that some parents in Illinois were transferring guardianship…

Wisconsin Sheriff Draws Parallel With Closs Case

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (AP) - Authorities in Wisconsin say a man suspected of killing four people may have been imitating the abduction last year of teenager Jayme Closs. Sheriff Jim Kowalczyk said Tuesday that investigators may never know exactly what…

Three Adults, Three Children Rescued in Iron County

IRON COUNTY, Wis. - Three adults, three children and a dog were rescued by the US Coast Guard early Tuesday morning after becoming stranded on the shore of Lake Superior in Iron County. The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office contacted the…

Suspect in Virginia Shooting Charged With Attempted Murder

VIRGINIA, Minn. – 30-year-old Luke Mathias Erkkila has been formally charged with attempted murder for his involvement in a shooting that happened on Friday in Virginia. According to court documents, Virginia police responded to the report of a shooting on…

Minnesota Wild Fire GM Paul Fenton After one Season

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A person with direct knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press the Minnesota Wild have fired general manager Paul Fenton after just one season. The person spoke to The AP on condition of anonymity Tuesday because…

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