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SAKI Program Receives Fifth Grant Toward Helping Survivors of Sexual Assault

The Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) totals $727,651 in 2019 fiscal year grants.

December 10, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth– St. Louis county Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) project just received its fifth federal grant. The latest award will help victim–survivors of sexual assault by funding prosecution of their abusers. The award puts the SAKI program’s sum grant total at $727,651 this fiscal year. Duluth police, PAVSA and St. Louis county all say this money is helping…

Denfeld High’s Maroon 16 Choir Spreads Holiday Cheer

December 10, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Denfeld High School’s Maroon 16 Choir is spreading holiday cheer with their voice. The group traveled through the skywalk on Tuesday to different businesses around downtown Duluth. Their first stop was at the P.S. Rudie Medical Center on Superior Street. There they sang holiday songs like as 12 days of Christmas and Silent Night. One caroler says…

Mail And Package Carriers Are Catching Up on Deliveries

The holiday shipping season is even shorter this year since Thanksgiving fell later on in the month.

December 10, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Wis. – After winter hit the Northland pretty hard mail and package carriers are busy catching up on deliveries. Staff at The Mail Room on London Road says after the recent snowfalls, the U.S. Postal Service, Fedex and UPS were delayed making deliveries. Now that the carriers have finally been able to get through town things are starting to…

Superior YMCA Welcomes People In To Warm Up During Cold Temperatures

There is no limit to the number of people who can use the facility as a warming station.

December 10, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Winter has gotten off to an early start with huge piles of snow already covering the Northland. With frigid temperatures on the way, having a place to warm up can be crucial for those who need it most. The Superior YMCA is now opening it’s doors to allow anyone, for any reason to stop by its facility…

Gloria Dei Warming Center Activation: December 10 – 11

December 10, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Gloria Dei Warming Center will be activated Tuesday and Wednesday night due to overnight temperatures reaching below 10 degrees. CHUM Executive Director Lee Stuart said nine people spent the night Monday night which was the center’s first night of operation. The Gloria Dei Center will be open from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday and…

City of Duluth Invites the Public to Inauguration of Mayor, Councilors

December 10, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth has invited the public to the official inauguration of re-elected Mayor Emily Larson and the newly elected City Councilors Gary Anderson, Arik Forsman, Janet Kennedy, Derek Medved, and Roz Randorf. The inauguration will take place on January 6 and will be held at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center. Outgoing City Councilors Noah…

Salad Kits Sicken Five Minnesotans, Linked to E. Coli Outbreak

December 10, 2019

Site Staff,

(photo courtesy: CDC) ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota Department of Health officials confirm five Minnesotans are among those who have fallen ill due to an E. coli outbreak linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits. In total, health official have confirmed nine cases nationwide, according to the MDH and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In addition…

Pay Raises for Wisconsin State Workers up for Approval

December 10, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Pay raises for Wisconsin state employees are scheduled to be voted on by a special legislative committee next week. The panel of legislative leaders is scheduled to meet on Dec. 18 to act on pay plans that Gov. Tony Evers’ administration forwarded for approval last month. Democrats had been calling on Republican legislative leaders to set…

Midday Update 12-10-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, December 10, 2019

December 10, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update

Experience the Wonderful Wizard of Oz at Duluth’s Historic NorShor Theatre

The Wizard of Oz will be Performed Through December 22

December 10, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Happening now through Sunday, December 22, The Wizard of Oz is set to captivate audiences as it takes center stage inside Duluth’s historic NorShor Theatre. Christina Stroup who plays Miss Gulch and the Wicked Witch, stopped by FOX 21 Local News to chat about the production. Living on a Kansas farm with her aunt, uncle, and dog…

Handmade in the Northland: Wildlife Artist Alexa Carson

FOX 21 Local News is Looking to Highlight Local Makers in the Northland Ahead of the Holiday Season

December 10, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – During the week of December 9 – 13, FOX 21 Local News from 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. will be highlighting local makers in the Northland ahead of the Christmas holiday. Throughout the holiday season, many folks are working to pick out unique, locally made gifts for friends and loved ones. Alexa Carson is a wildlife artist based…

Minnesota On Track to Meet Deadlines for Replacing MNLARS

December 10, 2019

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s legislative auditor says the state is on track to meet the project implementation deadlines for replacing the state’s troubled driver and vehicle registration system known as MNLARS. However, the auditor’s report found some minor risks to completing the project on time and on budget, and says managers should address them soon….

Morning Update 12-10-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, December 10, 2019

December 10, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Local News, morning update

Duluth to Consider Banning Conversion Therapy

December 10, 2019

The Associated Press,

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) – Duluth is the latest city to consider banning conversion therapy aimed at changing a person’s sexual orientation. City Council member Gary Anderson said at a meeting Monday night that he introduced the measure because of a lack of action by the state legislature. A proposed statewide conversion therapy ban failed in the Legislature earlier this year….

Democrats Unveil Trump Impeachment Charges

December 10, 2019

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – Democrats have announced two articles of impeachment charging President Donald Trump with abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. The charges announced Tuesday stem from Trump’s pressure on Ukraine to announce investigations of his political rivals as he withheld aid to the country. Earlier Tuesday, Trump tweeted that he did “NOTHING” wrong and that impeaching a president…

Knowing Your Neighbors: In a New Light Gallery

December 9, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

WEBSTER, Wis. – Kids in mental health treatment are finding their strengths in a unique program in Northwestern Wisconsin. Northwest Passage is a residential treatment facility that helps about seventy-five kids at a time and three-hundred fifty every year on campuses in Webster and Frederic, Wisconsin. Along Highway 35, the program has a special gallery showcasing original artwork made by…

Glensheen New Home for Marcia Hales’ ‘Spirit of the Lights’

After 20 years in her Park Point backyard, light display moves locations.

December 9, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Glensheen Mansion will officially house another Northland Holiday Tradition Tuesday–Marcia Hales’ Spirit of the Lights display opens on the estate from 4 to 9 p.m. For more than 20 years the same lights were on display at Marcia’s Park Point home for all to enjoy. About 30-40 volunteers helped shine the lights again on Glensheen grounds. An undertaking…

Duluth Council Approves $235 Thousand to Spirit Mountain

Councilors voice disappointment that resort is in this state.

December 9, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The fate of Spirit Mountain rested in the hands of the Duluth City Council, who voted to grant $235,000 to the resort, to make up for losses after a Thanksgiving blizzard cancelled this past Amsoil Snocross. While the council approved the resolution 8-1 with Jay Fosle opposed, it was not without a tone of disappointment that the resort…

UW-Superior Student Athletes Wrap Gifts For Families In Need

Gifts are expected to be given out by the end of this week.

December 9, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin–Superior Athletic Department kicked off its “Week of Giving” by wrapping gifts for 15 families in need. Each sports team adopted a child and was given 30 dollars to purchase items from a list of gifts requested. Student athletes spent their afternoon wrapping those gifts to get them ready in time for Christmas. The…

LSC Students Test Designs During Robot Competition

December 9, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College manufacturing students put their self–designed robots to the test in a task competition. The competition demonstrated how the robots can handle mechanical challenges. Each robot had to move 50 steel balls from one side to the other. This class is part of a core requirement for students. One student says he didn’t know what…

Recent Ice Causing More Frequent Slip And Falls

Chiropractors say one way to prevent a fall on ice is to walk like a penguin.

December 9, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This time of year slip and falls can become a lot more frequent due to large amounts of ice. One chiropractic office in Superior has seen an increase in new patients injured from slip and falls. Lake superior Chiropractic wants folks to remember to use caution when walking on slippery areas. Back strains and broken wrists or…

Superior Fire Department Reminds People To Be Safe When Using Space Heaters

Space heaters should never run all night.

December 9, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Every winter as temperatures drop, people choose to use alternative heating sources to warm up their homes. One of those methods is the use of space heaters. But space heaters can pose a fire risk. The Superior Fire Department says kitchen fires are a common type of house fire, with electrical fires being number two. When using…

Duluth Snow Brings Central Minnesotans Up the North Shore

Minnesotans embrace the snow and waves in Canal Park.

December 9, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Many Minnesotans call themselves the toughest people when it comes to gearing up for brutal winters, cold weather and major snow fall. In fact, a handful of them are embracing it! “I feel like if we live in Minnesota, we know it’s going to be cold, it’s going to snow and you’ve just got to get out and enjoy it…

More Snow Means More Sales at Local Hardware Stores

Marshall Hardware has been busy with last minute shoppers preparing for Duluth's snow storms.

December 9, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The double layer of snow falling in the Twin Ports has people rushing through local hardware stores to buy new snow gear. Car and sidewalk scrapers were a big seller at Marshall Hardware Store Monday morning. The store owner says he’s glad to see people learning that one shovel won’t cut it in this kind of snow. “So the…

Student Accused in Wisconsin Shooting ‘Tired of Being Picked on”

Smith is Due Back in Court on December 17

December 9, 2019

The Associated Press,

WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) – A Wisconsin teenager who was shot by a police officer after he allegedly pointed a pellet gun at another student’s head says he was “tired of being picked on.” Eighteen-year-old Tyrone Smith was charged Monday with several counts, including second-degree recklessly endangering safety and dangerous weapons on school premises. Smith was 17 last week when authorities…

Court Rejects Minnesota’s Renewal of US Steel Mine Permit

December 9, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Court of Appeals has reversed a decision by state regulators to renew a wastewater permit for U.S. Steel’s Minntac iron mine in northeastern Minnesota. The court sent the dispute back to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for further proceedings. The agency renewed the permit last year amid a protracted dispute over whether Minntac had to…

Red Kettle Campaign Impacted by Recent Winter Wallop, Donations Encouraged

Coffee Conversation: Duluth Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Suffers Due to Recent Winter Weather

December 9, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Salvation Army is currently seeking donations for this year’s Red Kettle Campaign. The annual campaign raises funds to help with many needs in our community, whether it be housing, food, or other services. Due to the recent blizzard that impacted much of the Northland, donations are slightly down compared to last year at this time. The…

Midday Update 12-9-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, December 9, 2019

December 9, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, December 9, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update

Handmade in the Northland: Burdock Ceramics

FOX 21 Local News is Looking to Highlight Local Makers in the Northland Ahead of the Holiday Season

December 9, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – During the week of December 9 – 13, FOX 21 Local News from 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. will be highlighting local makers in the Northland ahead of the Christmas holiday. Throughout the holiday season, many folks are working to pick out unique, locally made gifts for friends and loved ones. Barry Sands and his partner Rita work…

No Major Impacts on Lake Superior Found From Line 3 Pipeline

December 9, 2019

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — An updated environmental review released by a state agency Monday found no serious threat to Lake Superior if crude oil ever leaked from a new pipeline to replace Enbridge Energy’s aging Line 3 across northern Minnesota. State regulators ordered the update after the Minnesota Court of Appeals in June declared that an earlier review, issued in February…

Closings and Delays for Monday, December 9th

Closings and Delays Received by FOX 21 Local News as of Monday, December 9, 2019

December 9, 2019

Brett Scott,

CANCELLATIONS: Bayfield Schools Ironwood School District Mercer Schools South Shore School District (Includes All After School Activities) Watersmeet Township School District Northwoods School District 2-HOUR DELAY: Aitkin Public Schools delayed 2 hours, no 8 or 10 a.m. preschool or ECFE Deer River Independent School District Grand Rapids – Bigfork School District Hill City School District Nashwauk-Keewatin ISD 319 CLOSING EARLY/EVENING…

Missing Toddler Found Dead in Northwestern Wisconsin

The Girl was Found Shortly Before 11:00 p.m. Sunday

December 9, 2019

The Associated Press,

RICE LAKE, Wis. (AP) — A toddler who went missing in northwestern Wisconsin has been found dead, according to officials. Rice Lake police say they received a call about 9:30 p.m. Sunday that a 2-year-old girl was missing from her home and that the front door was open. Officers began searching and issued an urgent call for help in finding…

Morning Update 12-9-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, December 9, 2019

December 9, 2019

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, December 9, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Local News, morning update

Woman, Boy Hurt in Car-Train Crash in Northeast Minnesota

The Crash Remains Under Investigation

December 9, 2019

The Associated Press,

ESKO, Minn. (AP) – Authorities in northeastern Minnesota say a woman and a boy were hurt in a collision between a car and a train. Carlton County dispatchers got a report of the crash at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Thomson Township. A 41-year-old woman and a 10-year-old boy from Thomson Township were injured. The two were taken to a hospital…

Duluth Family Helped With Pub Fundraiser After Losing House in Fire

Caddy Shack Indoor Golf and Pub hosted band concert fundraiser for family.

December 8, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Through a silent auction, food sales, and regular donations, eight local bands raised money at the Caddy Shack Indoor Golf and Pub, for a family who lost their home and belongings to a fire. “We believe in the village concept,” said Caddy Shack owner Stephanie LaFleur. “And in a village you take care of everybody and your family—that…

39th Annual Pikkujoulu Dinner Attracts Hundreds

They even served some traditional Finnish foods with ham, mashed potatoes, and even rutabaga casserole.

December 8, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fins from all over the Northland gathered at the Holiday Inn on Sunday for their annual Christmas celebration dinner. The 39th annual Pikkujoulu dinner meaning little Christmas is put on by the Minnesota Finnish American Historical Society and gives Finnish people a chance to gather before the holidays and speak about Finland and buy Finnish memorabilia. “We…

Knife River Celebrates the Holidays With Annual Julebyen

The two-day festival featured plenty of Christmas goods for sale, music, sledding, and even troll village.

December 8, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

KNIFE RIVER, Minn. – Around 7,500 guests visited Knife River this weekend to celebrate their annual Julebyen, Finnish for Christmas Village, in the town. Knife River was founded by Norwegian Fishermen and they continue that tradition today. “We’ve got a strong Norwegian heritage here which we want to retain and share with others and I think we’ve done a pretty…

Gloria Dei Warming Center Activated Monday-Wednesday

Guests should arrive no earlier than 8 p.m. each night.

December 8, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- With dangerously cold air on the way, a new warming center will be opening tomorrow in Duluth. That center is the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church on 6th Avenue East. CHUM will activate it on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Temperatures are expected to drop below 10 degrees those nights, which is the new…

148th Fighter Wing Honors Active and Newly Retired Members

The 2019 148th Fighter Wing Awards and Retirement Ceremony

December 8, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Active and newly retired members of Duluth’s 148th Fighter Wing were recognized at the DECC Sunday for their accomplishments in 2019. The 148th fighter wing is home to more than one thousand active duty members and employees, many of whom received national attention in 2019. “2019 has been one of the most rewarding years in the history of the…

Adas Israel Synagogue Demolition Begins

The Adas Israel Synagogue began demolition Sunday.

December 8, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Demolition of Duluth’s Adas Israel synagogue has begun. The historic building on 3rd Street and 3rd Avenue East was the oldest Jewish Orthodox congregation in Duluth before it burned down in September. Neighbors watched machines tear down what was left of the building. David Lewis lived across from the synagogue for 22 years and still can’t believe it’s gone….

Remembering the Day of Infamy: Duluth Veterans Honor Pearl Harbor Fallen

DECC Holds Wreath laying ceremony commemorating 78 years since Pearl Harbor.

December 7, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- December 7th, 1941. Proclaimed “a date which will live in infamy” by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The whole nation felt the shock of the surprise attack in Hawaii, and is still feeling the grief 78 years later as the day is commemorated across the country. Beside Lake Superior, the late morning air is broken by the sound of…

Northlanders Cut Down Their Own Christmas Trees

Boulder Lake Environmental Center hosts their 20th annual Christmas tree cut.

December 7, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The smell of fresh cut pine filled the Northland air Saturday. The 20th annual Boulder Lake Environmental Center tree cut invited families to chop down and take home their very own Christmas tree. This was sisters Taylor and Ria Cole’s first year at the Boulder Lake cut. They had their sights on a tree with the perfect shape and…

Celebrating Hmong New Year in Duluth

Hmong community gathers with others at the Coppertop Church.

December 7, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday many in Duluth celebrated New Years–not American New Year’s, but Hmong New Years. About 20 Hmong families currently reside in Duluth. The Hmong people come mostly from the country of Laos, and many emigrated here after the Vietnam War. There are also many Hmong students at UMD, and they performed traditional dances as the crowd at…

Thousands Shop Local Items at Duluth Winter Village

Last year brought more than 20,000 people to the market.

December 7, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The grounds of Glensheen were packed for the 4th annual Duluth Winter Village outdoor market. Last year was the market’s biggest year yet with more than 20,000 people shopping the locally made gifts. According to organizers, this year is looking to be just as big as people continue to be attracted to what Duluth has to offer. “It…

Second Small Business Saturday Encourages Northlanders to Shop Local

Small Business Saturday 2.0 sweeps local shops in the Twin Ports.

December 7, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn; SUPERIOR, Wis.- Local shops in the Twin Ports got a second chance at Small Business Saturday after it was snowed out by last weekend’s storm. More than 50 stores, restaurants and artists in the Northland put their best foot forward for Small Business Saturday 2.0. Superior Street was crawling with Duluth shoppers looking for a bargain. Stores like…

Two Injured in Carlton County Train Accident

December 7, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. – A 41-year-old woman and 10-year-old boy were taken to the hospital after an accident involving a car and a train. According to the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office, the accident happened around 1:30 p.m. Saturday on E. Stark Road in Thompson Township. Emergency Medical Services from the Esko Fire Department and Cloquet Area Fire District responded to…

Minnesota National Guard Identifies Three Soldiers Killed in Helicopter Crash

December 7, 2019

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota National Guard says the three soldiers who were killed when their helicopter crashed near St. Cloud this week were part of a unit that returned last May from a nine-month deployment to the Middle East. The Guard identified the men who were killed in Thursday’s crash as Chief Warrant Officers…

Candlelight Vigil Ignites Hope for Grieving Parents

Annual Angel of Hope vigil unites parents in remembrance of lost children.

December 6, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dozens of parents and grandparents gathered around the Angel of Hope statue in Leif Erickson Park on the cold night, warmed in unity and remembrance of the souls they all lost too soon. The vigil was held for those who have lost children to illness, accidents or other causes. Everyone stated the name of their lost child, followed…

Preparing Food for Hmong New Year Celebration

Over 1200 egg rolls and 120 pounds of rice made before celebration.

December 6, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hmong community of Duluth is preparing for their annual New Year celebration happening Saturday at the Coppertop Church on Central Entrance. Currently the cooks are preparing about 1200 eggrolls and up to 120 pounds of rice for the big celebration. They said they make all the food every year to keep their culture and traditions from the…

Curling Bonspiel Held in Memory of Junior Curling Champ

Teams from across U.S. and Canada came to compete.

December 6, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Up to 90 junior curlers are hitting the ice at the Duluth Curling Club for the eighth annual Elizabeth Busche Memorial Junior Bonspiel. The competition draws teams from across the U.S. and Canada, competing in three divisions. It’s held in memory of Elizabeth Busche, a 2012 Junior National Champ in the sport who passed away at 19 from…