Criminal Justice System Changing Approach Towards Mental Health
DULUTH, Minn. - The worlds of mental health and criminal justice often come together in our court system as law enforcement tries to help those dealing with mental illness One in five…
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Lakeside Neighborhood's First Liquor Store Opens
DULUTH, Minn. - It's something the Duluth Lakeside neighborhood has never seen before -- a liquor store now open for business. The Lakeside neighborhood has prohibited alcohol sales since the late 1800s…
Four Arrested in Hayward Shooting Incident
HAYWARD, Wis. – Officers with the Hayward Police Department say they responded to multiple calls about shots fired in the area of West Fourth Street on May 14. Soon after, Sawyer County dispatch received a call from an adult male…
US officials: Plan may Send up to 10,000 Troops to Mideast
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials say the Pentagon will present plans to the White House to send up to 10,000 more American troops to the Middle East to beef up defenses against potential Iranian threats. The officials say no decision…
Body Found in Canosia Believed to be Missing man
CANOSIA TOWNSHIP, Minn. - Authorities believe they have found the body of a man who went missing from an adult foster care home in Canosia earlier this month. The body was found today about 30 yards off of the Castle…
Ashland Police Officer Accused of Auto Theft, Retired From Force
ASHLAND, Wis. – An 18-year veteran of the Ashland Police Department has retired from the force after being accused of stealing a vehicle in Ashland on April 28. According to the Ashland Police Department, officers responded to a report of…
Former Caregiver Gets 6 Months for Abuse of Resident
ELK RIVER, Minn. (AP) - A man who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a resident of a St. Cloud senior living facility has been sentenced to nearly six months in jail and faces deportation. Jesus Manzanilla Alvarado of Big Lake…
Lake Superior Art Glass Now Offering Kid's Classes
DULUTH, Minn. - A new kid's class is coming to Lake Superior Art Glass in Duluth's Canal Park. Owner Dan Neff says classes will begin on Thursday, May…
Midday Update 5-22-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, May 22, 2019.
Morning Update 5-22-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, May 22, 2019.
Kwik Trip Veggie Trays Again Linked to Salmonella
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Kwik Trip has removed some vegetable trays from its convenience stores after several reported illnesses in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Health officials say the Del Monte vegetable trays, which included broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and dill dip, have…
Authorities Investigate Drowning in Cass County
CASS COUNTY, Minn. - According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, authorities received a report of a possible drowning just before 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Authorities responded to Louise Lake in Wabedo Township in rural Longville where first responders located…
More Airport Infrastructure Upgrades Planned After Runway Reconstruction
DULUTH, Minn. - More upgrades are in the master plan for the Duluth International Airport, as the final phase of the main runway's reconstruction is underway. There are discussions to eventually extend…
Northland Fire Responders Honored During National EMS Week
DULUTH, Minn.- Emergency Medical Services, known as EMS first responders, save lives every day. That's why they are being honored as part of National EMS Week. Rain or shine, in the mud or…
Campgrounds Prepare for Memorial Day Weekend
DULUTH, Minn.- Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner, and that's famously a time when families get in their camper, or pack up their tents, to go camping. With 105 campsites…
Students Put on Empty Bowl Fundraiser
DULUTH, Minn.- Two seniors from Duluth Marshall school put on their version of the Empty Bowl Fundraiser, previously put on for 25 years by the Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank.…
Public Voting for City of Duluth Flag Begins
DULUTH, Minn.-Â Now's your chance to help Duluth pick which design should be on the next city flag. There were at total of 195 designs submitted by people in Duluth, and a…
Ely Resort Impacts Veterans, People Living with Disabilities
ELY, Minn. - Recent studies show up to 20 percent of military veterans will experience Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after returning home from war. While these numbers may seem small,…
New Animal Ownership Rules in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Superior City Council voted unanimously to change their animal ownership rules. It is now legal to own more than three dogs or more than three cats. In addition,…
Nemadji Golf Course to be Managed by KemperSports
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Public golf courses are struggling. Duluth recently announced they will be selling nine holes of the Lester Park Golf Course for a private housing development. Now, a big change…
Duluth Projects Still in the Mix for State Funding
DULUTH, Minn. - The Minnesota legislature is expected to hold a special session soon that could pump a lot of state money into Duluth. The Verso Paper Mill is asking…
New Nutrition Store Headed for Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior Impact Nutrition in Superior is expanding its business. They're going to open up a second location where subway used to be on Belknap Street. The owner says…
Flooding Continues to be a Concern in Northern Wisconsin
BAYFIELD COUNTY, Wis. - Flooding from Pigeon Lake has been a concern for quite some time. Residents say they are hoping for a permanent solution. Recent rain fall in Bayfield County…
Two Arrested Following Drug Bust in Hibbing
HIBBING, Minn. - Two individuals were arrested Monday following a drug bust by the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force. A search warrant was executed by the Task Force, Hibbing Police Department and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office…
Education Advocates, Business Group Expect Funding Increase
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Advocates for K-12 schools and the University of Wisconsin System say they think Republicans will want to spend more money on education, but they don't anticipate it will be as much as Democratic Gov. Tony Evers…
States sue Over Rule Allowing Clinicians to Refuse Abortions
NEW YORK (AP) - Nearly two dozen states and municipalities are suing the federal government to stop a new rule letting health care clinicians object to providing abortions and other services that conflict with their moral or religious beliefs. The…
Vault Apps: Why Every Parent Should be on the Lookout
DULUTH, Minn. - When it comes to parents protecting children on mobile devices and social media, it can be tricky to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and tricks. Tech expert and…
Body Found in Vehicle Submerged in Lake Winnebago
OSHKOSH, Wis. (AP) - Oshkosh police say a body has been recovered from a vehicle submerged in Lake Winnebago. Police say they were notified Monday that there was damage to the railing at the Bowen Street fishing dock, indicating a…
Apparent Drowning in Leech Lake Investigated
WALKER, Minn. (AP) - Cass County sheriff officials are investigating an apparent drowning in Leech Lake. Sheriff Tom Burch says deputies were called to Woodland Resort on the lake's Kabekona Bay in Shingobee Township Monday afternoon. An adult female was…
Midday Update 5-21-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, May 21, 2019.
