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Easter Takes Over The Lake Superior Zoo

DULUTH, Minn.- Easter is only four days away, but the Easter bunny himself made an early appearance at the Lake Superior Zoo today. Parents and their kids were able to dye eggs of all different colors, and get some free…

Social Justice Speaker Comes to UMD

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD hosted a special speaker today, who talked about social justice and equity. The featured speaker was Janaya Khan. She's described as a black queer gender-non-conforming activist and social…

Becoming Better Leaders

SUPERIOR, Wisc.- A sought after trainer, who works with the four major U.S. sports, like the NHL was in Superior today. Robert Kappelman of "Pacific Blue Institute" spoke at a leadership conference…

UWS Hosts Sexual Assault Mock Trial

SUPERIOR, Wis. - University of Wisconsin - Superior hosted a sexual assault mock trial on Wednesday. The trial was just one of many events scheduled this month observing sexual assault…

Sammy's Celebrates 65th Anniversary

DULUTH, Minn. - Sammy's Pizza is celebrating its 65th anniversary by raising money for others in need. All day on Thursday, Sammy's Pizza locations throughout the Northland will honor…

Pita Pit Closes in Maurice's Building

DULUTH, Minn. - The Pita Pit located in the Maurice's building in downtown Duluth has closed. The chain's sign on West Superior Street is gone and the space is now dark.…

Local Organizations Honored During Special Lunch

DULUTH, Minn.-Multiple Northland organizations were honored today for all the work they do in the community during the Local Initiatives Support Corporation's Luncheon at the DECC, which included a keynote address from…

Wisconsin Senator Proposes Tougher Asylum Requirements

WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Homeland Security Chairman Ron Johnson says he is working on legislation to help stem the flow of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border. Johnson wants to toughen the initial standard for asylum seekers to "more than a…

University of St. Thomas Evacuated After Bomb Threat

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Classes at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul have been canceled after a bomb threat forced the evacuation of students, staff and even babies who were rolled out of an on-campus day care…

Midday Update 4-17-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at local news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 17, 2019.

Duluth Police: One in Custody After Duluth Stabbing

DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Duluth Police Department, a juvenile male was brought to a local hospital Tuesday night after being stabbed by another juvenile male. Police say the incident happened in the area of 54th Avenue West and…

Bill Targeting Step Therapy Drug Process up for Hearing

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A bipartisan proposal designed to protect patients and make it easier for them to get needed prescription drugs was up for a public hearing in the Wisconsin Legislature. The measure has broad support from health care…

Morning Update 4-17-19

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a look at local news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 17, 2019.

Wisconsin Lt. Governor Tours UW Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Education funding has been a top priority of Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers's administration. On Tuesdsay they took that campaign to Superior. Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes and Representative…

Rebuilding the Past Duluth and Notre Dame

DULUTH, Minn. - An associate French professor we spoke to at UMD says there's a local education takeaway from the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral. The rebuilding process will involve masons and…

Downtown Digging for Superior Street Phase 2

DULUTH, Minn.- Shovels are now in the ground marking Phase 2 of the Superior Street reconstruction project. On Tuesday crews were digging up the road between Lake Avenue and 3rd…

UMD Fans Can Now Shop for Championship Gear

DULUTH, Minn.- As students are celebrating the Bulldogs' win, UMD Stores are preparing for the crowds to come get their gear. Official Frozen Four Championship merchandise has already been shipped in to…

Husky Hosts Rebuilding Open House

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Next week marks the one year anniversary of the Husky Refinery explosion. Tonight, Husky shared their plans for the rebuilding process during a community listening session…

UMD Welcomes Home National Champs

DULUTH, Minn.- Everyone was a Bulldog at UMD's Championship Celebration Tuesday. Students, staff, and longtime hockey fans welcomed the team home. To great fanfare, the 2019 NCAA Champions run through a…

Passerby Finds Body In Chester Creek

DULUTH, Minn. -- A death investigation is underway after a body was found Tuesday evening in Chester Creek. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, a passerby spotted the body lying face down around 4:30 p.m. under the Chester Creek…

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