Morning Update 7-17-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 17, 2019.
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Ex-Officer who Fatally Shot 911 Caller Appeals Convictions
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Attorneys for the former Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot an unarmed woman after she called 911 about a possible assault have filed an appeal. Mohamed Noor was convicted of third-degree murder and manslaughter in the July…
Duffy Calls Four Minority Congresswomen 'Anti-American'
MILWAUKEE (AP) - Republican U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy of Wisconsin calls the four minority congresswomen targeted by President Donald Trump's controversial tweets “anti-American.'' The 7th District congressman defended Trump on the House floor Tuesday where Democrats asked that Duffy's words…
Staying Cool At 'The Beach' During The Heat
CLOQUET, Minn.-- The hot and steamy day made for a busy one at "The Beach" at Pinehurst Park in Cloquet Tuesday. It's one of the Northland's most unique beaches with filtered chlorinated water and…
After Repairs Head of Lakes Fair Opens for Season
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Head of the Lakes Fair in Superior opened for the year, offering rides, a horse show, a beef auction, and more over the next five days.…
Bluegrass Camp Teaching Campers More Than Just Music
BAYFIELD, Wis. - Kids and teens are taking part in a bluegrass camp this week at Big Top Chautauqua. The venue which is normally filled with people and acts was reserved for an intensive 3-day…
Officials, Citizens Share Thoughts on Future of Lester Park Golf
DULUTH, Minn.- City officials met with concerned citizens in Lester Park Tuesday to hear more feedback on the fate of Duluth's Public Lester Park Golf Course. This comes after the council voted in…
Barker's Island Beach Reopened After Restoration Work
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Barker's Island beach is back open after restoration work. The Wisconsin DNR found the beach had some of the worst bacteria numbers in the St. Louis River area. They…
Superior City Council Passes Resolution Supporting Safe Rebuild of Husky Refinery
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Superior City Council passed a resolution supporting the rebuild of the Husky Refinery in the safest way possible. The resolution passed unanimously. Councilor Dan Olson, who introduced it, says it…
Big Top Chautauqua Hosting Many Genres of Music this Summer
BAYFIELD, Wis. - Big Top Chautauqua is in the midst of its 34th season under the tent featuring all different genres of music and dance. This summer, the big top looks a…
Hermantown Fire Department Settles into New Fire Stations
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - After nearly a year the Hermantown Fire Department is finally settled into two new fire stations. Back in May of 2018, the department demolished the old stations and began…
The Social House Restaurant Opens in Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - Hermantown is now the home for a new restaurant. The Social House restaurant opened its doors to the public today. It will be mainly known as a traditional breakfast…
Congolese Music Comes To Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- The second week of Duluth Public Library's Kaleidoscope Music and Storytelling Program for kids was also held Tuesday. Hundreds of kids and parents packed the stage area behind the main…
Lincoln Park Stabbing Update
DULUTH, Minn.- A 33 year old woman is recovering after a suspected domestic assault in Lincoln Park. Police responded to a scene around six last night on the 500 block of 22nd Avenue West.…
NASA Funded Camp Comes To The Northland
CLOQUET, Minn.- On the anniversary of Apollo 11's historic event, some Northland students spent the day getting some in-depth lessons about space. Justin Dinger is running a week long space camp in Cloquet.…
Two Injured in Single Vehicle Crash in Rural Gilbert
GILBERT, Minn. – A woman and male child were injured in a single vehicle crash that happened around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday in rural Gilbert. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, officers responded to a single vehicle crash that…
Authorities Searching for Stolen Dump Truck in Pine County
PINE COUNTY, Minn. – The Pine County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a stolen dump truck. According to the Minnesota BCA, Pine County Deputies were called…
Man who Kidnapped Jayme Closs Moved out of Wisconsin
BARRON, Wis. (AP) - A man who admitted to kidnapping Jayme Closs and killing her parents has been moved to a facility outside of Wisconsin. Twenty-two-year-old Jake Patterson is…
Head of the Lakes Fair Kicks off Tonight in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Head of the Lakes Fair kicks off tonight in Superior with the WISSOTA Stock Car Races starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Gondik Law Speedway. The fairgrounds, located at 4700 Tower Avenue, will feature rides, games,…
NY Officer Won't Face Charges in Eric Garner Chokehold Death
WASHINGTON (AP) – Federal Prosecutors announced Tuesday that it had decided not to bring civil rights charges against New York City police officer Pantaleo in connection with Eric Garner's 2014 death. Officers were attempting to arrest Garner on charges he…
Wisconsin Democrats set to Promote new Redistricting Plan
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Democratic lawmakers are planning to tout a new bill that would dramatically rework how Wisconsin draws its legislative district boundaries. Republicans redrew the lines in 2011 to consolidate supporters, helping them maintain control of both houses…
Midday Update 7-16-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 19, 2019.
Severe Storms Produce A Tornado & Knock Down Trees
BRUCE, Wisc. -- A confirmed tornado touched down in Bruce, WI Monday night at 7:15. No damage has been reported yet, the NWS will be out there surveying the area Tuesday. As Severe Thunderstorms rolled across the Northland, many trees…
Duluth Depot Hosting Inaugural Festival of Steam
DULUTH, Minn. - Union Pacific Railroad's "Big Boy" No. 4014 steam engine will be on display all weekend at the Duluth Depot. The inaugural Festival of Steam is happening Friday, July 19…
Duluth man Rescued From Whiteface Reservoir
COLVIN TOWNSHIP, Minn. – A 34-year-old Duluth man was rescued Monday night from the Whiteface Reservoir. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, authorities responded to reports of a water emergency around 10:15 p.m. Officials say a homeowner on…
Morning Update 7-16-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 16, 2019.
Update: Male Arrested for Assault in Lincoln Park Stabbing
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police are continuing to investigate a stabbing that happened Monday night in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. According to the Duluth Police Department, officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance around 6:15 p.m. on the…
St. Louis Park Council Reinstates Pledge of Allegiance
ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. (AP) - A suburban Minneapolis city council has voted to reinstate the Pledge of Allegiance at its meetings after its decision to drop it generated a firestorm of criticism. The St. Louis Park City Council voted…
Duluth Police Investigate Stabbing in Lincoln Park Neighborhood
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police are investigating a stabbing in the city’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. A spokesperson alerted the media about the basics on the case at about 8:50 p.m. Monday. The stabbing happened on the 500 block of 22nd…
Duluth Art Institute Gets Teens Off Phones Into Art
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Art Institute helped local teens find their creative side through mixed media art. The institute held a youth camp where teens were introduced to art such as clay sculptures and…
