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Midday Update 7-3-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 3, 2019.

Water Emergency at Little Grand Lake Leaves Teen in Critical Condition

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – A 14-year-old male is in critical condition following a water emergency at Little Grand Lake near Sampo Beach on Tuesday. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the area around 8:19 p.m. When…

Roosevelt, Lincoln, Washington & Jefferson to Visit Superior's Bong Center

SUPERIOR, Wis. - President Teddy Roosevelt is the reason why the Executive Mansion is known as The White House today. This is just one of the fun facts folks will have the chance to learn…

One Dead Following Water Emergency on Lake Vermillion

GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP, Minn. – A 58-year-old man from Saint Joseph was pronounced dead on Tuesday after being found unresponsive and face down in the water. Saint Louis County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a water emergency in the Greenwood Bay area…

Keeping Fido Calm During Fourth Festivities

DULUTH, Minn. - Anxiety medications are flying out the doors of local veterinary clinics and hospitals this week along with other treats, toys, and materials used to keep animals calm as humans prepare to blast…

2019 Northland Fourth of July Festivities

Minnesota: Aurora July 3: Quilt Show from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Kids’ Carnival and Amazing Charles Balloon Sculpturist from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. First Annual Eino Koivisto & Terry Koivisto Vintage Car & Motorcycle Show on Main Street…

Morning Update 7-3-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 3, 2019.

Domestic Assault Suspect Dead After Police Standoff

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) - A domestic assault suspect has been fatally shot following a standoff with police in a St. Paul suburb. The Star Tribune reports the man fled on foot after assaulting a woman in a car in Eagan…

Superior Council Overturns Mayor Paine's Censure Veto Of Councilor Van Sickle

SUPERIOR, Wis. - It was another vocal and passionate council meeting in Superior Tuesday night. Councilors voted 8-2 to overturn Mayor Jim Paine's veto involving the censure of Councilor Jenny Van Sickle and her…

Benedictine Living Community of Duluth Introduces New People Mover

DULUTH, Minn. - Dozens of residents at the Benedictine Living Community of Duluth gathered together for the blessing of the senior apartment's new people mover. The eight-seater golf cart is designed to help…

Boaters Gearing Up for the Fourth

DULUTH, Minn. - Boaters around the Northland are heading to their marinas to get their respective boats ready for the Fourth of July. At Spirit Lake Marina and Duluth, many…

Longtime City of Superior Fire Chief, Finance Director Retiring

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Longtime Superior Fire Chief Steve Panger and Finance Director Jean Vito are retiring after more than two decades each with the city. Panger, a 26-year veteran of the fire department, made the…

An Opportunity To Give

DULUTH, Minn.- Throughout the month of July, a portion of donations made to the Duluth Salvation Army will be matched through a grant from an organization called "Open Your Heart To The Hungry…

Camping Sites Beginning To Fill Up

DULUTH, Minn.- Campgrounds across the Northland are beginning to fill up as the Fourth of July is just days away. The Indian Point Campground is about half full right now. Campers who just pulled…

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…