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Fire Department Offers Key Tips To Remain Safe Over 4th of July

DULUTH, Minn.- Fireworks start an average of almost 19,000 fires in America every year, and with the 4th of July almost here it's not a bad idea to have a refresher course of firework…

Local Meat Shop Get a Rush of Customers Prepping for Fourth of July

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior Meats say has been incredibly busy this week with customers pouring into get their favorite meats, just in time for some Independence Day grilling. For past week staff at…

Duluth Waterfront Getting Set Up for Fourth of July Fun

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Waterfront is often a popular spot to spend the Fourth of July. And this year is no different. Crews spent most of the day building tents and…

So Long to the Old Superior Fire Station

ze SUPERIOR, Wis. - It's in with the new and out with the old. The former Superior Fire station was finally torn down this week after the department moved into its…

Fourth Fest Coming to Bayfront Festival Park This Week

DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth’s annual Fourth Fest is coming to Bayfront Festival Park in just a few short days. Gates for the even open at 4:00 p.m., musical performances start at 4:30 p.m. and fireworks will begin at 10:10 p.m.…

Minnetonka Couple Becomes Target of Phony Police Call

MINNETONKA, Minn. (AP) - Nearly two dozen well-armed officers sealed off several blocks and surrounded a Minnetonka home on Saturday in response to a call about a man who killed his wife with an AR-15 rifle and was threatening to…

Midday Update 7-2-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 2, 2019.

Wisconsin’s ‘Serial Toilet Clogger’ Gets 150 Days Behind Bars

FOX NEWS - A Wisconsin man dubbed “the serial toilet clogger” was sentenced to a 150-day jail term and three years of probation on Monday after being convicted of five counts of criminal…

Maritime Improv Crew to Host Performance Saturday at Fitger's

DULUTH, Minn. - "Belly Laughs" is set to light off fireworks in the Spirit of the North Theater at Fitger's Saturday, June 6. The Maritime Improv Crew offers a hilarious PG 13…

Attorney Says Blood Analysis Ruling Fractured

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - An attorney who unsuccessfully tried to persuade Wisconsin's Supreme Court into ruling that drunken drivers can block blood tests by withdrawing their consent says the court's decision isn't clear. Jessica Randall was arrested in 2016 for…

Man Accused in Officer's Death Pleads not Guilty

MILWAUKEE (AP) - A man accused of driving drunk and killing a Milwaukee police officer has pleaded not guilty to felony charges. Dante James waived his preliminary hearing in Milwaukee County Circuit Court Tuesday and was bound over for trial.…

Morning Update 7-2-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 2, 2019.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Brian's Workshop

DULUTH, Minn.- Many people can turn a hobby into a business, but not quite like Brian Bentley has. "I don't consider it work. Most would say it's a job, but I don't consider it work.…

The 2019 Rainbow Gathering Officially Begins in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest

BAYFIELD COUNTY, Wis.- The 2019 Rainbow Family Gathering has officially begun. Through July 7, nearly 10 thousand people are expected to gather in the Chequamegon–Nicolet national forest to have fun, find fellowship, and to…

Agewell Arrowhead Looking for Volunteers for Program

DULUTH, Minn. - Agwell Arrowhead helps seniors in a variety of aspects including shoveling driveways, and helping with budgeting, and are now asking for volunteers to help with its Grocery-to-Go program.…

Proper American Flag Disposal

SUPERIOR, Wis. - American flags do not last forever and sometimes they become weathered and tattered. When this happens there is a specific and respectful way to dispose of flags to avoid throwing…

Superior Fire Department Finally Moves into New Headquarters

SUPERIOR, Wis. - A new fire station for the Superior Fire Department has been in the works for several years. Now they have finally moved into a new state of the art headquarters.…

Superior Mayor Paine Confirms Relationship With Councilor Van Sickle

SUPERIOR, Wis. - For the first time publicly, Superior Mayor Jim Paine says he is in a relationship with Councilor Jenny Van Sickle. This comes after a FOX 21 report three months ago about that…

Find Waldo At Local Businesses in West Duluth and Lincoln Park

DULUTH, Minn. - Where's Waldo? Well he's back in Duluth. Here's your chance to find him as the iconic children's book character visits local businesses in West Duluth and Lincoln Park. For the whole…

Duluth Police Ask for Public’s Help Locating Missing Teen

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a runaway teen. According to the police department, 15-year-old Evalynn Goldberg was last seen wearing her McDonald’s uniform in the Zenith Terrace area. She is…

Minnesota Women's Prison to Drop 'No-Touch' Policy

SHAKOPEE, Minn. (AP) - A Minnesota women's prison is discontinuing its policy that barred inmates from shaking hands or giving high-fives. The Shakopee woman's prison has banned unsanctioned contact between inmates for the past eight years. Critics have called the…

One Injured in Central Hillside Shooting Incident

DULUTH, Minn. - A 22-year-old male arrived at a local hospital Friday morning with a non-life threatening gunshot wound following reports of shots fired in Central Hillside, according to the Duluth Police Department. Authorities say officers responded to reports of…