Wednesday's Lunchtime Update
Here is your Wednesday Lunchtime Update with the latest news and weather!
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US Expected To Send $1 Billion More In Aid To Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is expected to announce Wednesday that it will send about $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine, the largest single tranche of weapons and equipment since the war began, in a effort to help stall Russia’s…
Buffalo Supermarket Gunman Charged With Federal Hate Crimes
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The white gunman who killed 10 Black people in a racist attack at a Buffalo supermarket was charged Wednesday with federal hate crimes and could face the death penalty. The criminal complaint filed Wednesday against Payton…
Wall Street Rallies After Dismal Week As Fed Decision Looms
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are rallying Wednesday, on track for their first gain in six days, but more turbulence may be ahead when the Federal Reserve announces in the afternoon how sharply it’s raising interest rates. The S&P 500 was…
Duluth City Council Begins Process Of Filling 4th District Seat After Van Nett Passing
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth city council will move forward with filling the vacant seat left by city councilor Renee Van Nett, who passed away from cancer earlier this month. Van Nett represented the…
145 Years Strong: Celebrating June Dairy Month at Four Cubs Farm
GRANTSBURG, Wis. - June is Dairy Month in Wisconsin, an annual recognition for those who help feed people all over the world. For one farm near Grantsburg, Four Cubs Farm, their livelihood of raising cows has…
GO: Locally Laid Egg Company Presents AirB-N-Bawk
WRENSHALL, Minn. - "It is really fun. I, for years have wanted to bring egg-tourism to this farm," Locally Laid Egg Company Marketing Chick, Lucie Amundsen says. Locally Laid Egg Company, a business based out…
Chester Creek Concert Series Kicks Off
DULUTH, Minn. - The 39th annual Chester Creek Concert Series kicked off Tuesday, sparking the summer season. The family-friendly concert series, held at Chester Park, is free for anyone to enjoy. The sets performed by…
Central Hillside Farmers Market Begins for Season
DULUTH, Minn. - Tuesday, The Central Hillside Farmers Market kicked off for summer. Organized by Community Action Duluth with partners Essentia and Hunger Solutions, the market welcomes all venders and is a way to provide…
Love Your Block Program Provides Mini Grants to Community Members for Removing Blight
DULUTH, MN - The city of Duluth received a special grant to pass on to local community members who have a plan in place to remove blight within the city. The Love Your…
Klobuchar: Bill Passes Congress to Help Combat International Shipping Woes
DULUTH, Minn. - A recently passed bill by Congress could help the Twin Ports’ international shipping business. The Ocean Shipping Reform Act passed the House June 13. it would prohibit international shipping carriers…
Formal Ceremonies held for Donors of The Tribute Tree Program
SUPERIOR, WI. -- Today in Superior, ceremonies were held to formally thank those who donated a tree in remembrance of someone. The Tribute Tree Program allows people to honor loved ones by donating a…
Fire Responders Advocate for Beach Safety on Lake Superior
SUPERIOR, WI. -- Lake Superior winds and rip currents can be dangerous for swimmers. Wisconsin Point holds a 2.75 mile beach. It is a popular summer attraction to boatloads of people.…
Superior Officer Not Charged After Running Over Man On Road
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- A Superior Police Officer will not be charged after he ran over a man lying on the road back in February. On February 19, the officer was initially searching for a car prowler on Tower Ave. At…
Biden Focuses On Workers As High Inflation Remains A Risk
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Joe Biden told the largest federation of labor unions on Tuesday that he’s working to rebuild the U.S. economy around workers, an attempt to draw a contrast with Republicans who have increasingly attracted blue-collar votes. “We…
1/6 Panel Postpones Hearing With Ex-Justice Dept. Officials
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol has postponed a hearing for later this week that was to feature dramatic testimony from former Justice Department officials who threatened to resign over then-President Donald…
Coffee Conversation: Superior Porchfest Sounds Off Thursday
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior Porchfest’s pop-up event is Thursday, June 16, in Superior’s Central Park Neighborhood from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Click the video above to learn more about the music event and watch…
Tuesday's Lunchtime Update
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Knowing Your Neighbors: 'Superior Currents' Opens Park Point Studio To Public
DULUTH, Minn. - A Duluth artist who grew up on Park Point is expanding her business by opening up her in-home studio for the community to enjoy. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger has this…
Duluth Public Library Annual Book Sale Happening Now
DULUTH, MN - Today marked the start of the annual book sale at the Duluth Public Library with members getting first dibs on a selection of nearly 25,000 books to choose from. Nearly all…
LSC Robotics Summer Camp for High School Aged Children Started Today
DULUTH, MN - Lake Superior College started their annual, free robotics camp today for high school aged children. The kids from all experience backgrounds will learn about engineering and robotics with the goal of…
Federal Agency Investigating After Viking Cruise Crew Member Didn't Return To Ship
DULUTH, Minn. -- The search continues for a missing crew member from the Viking cruise ship. It's unclear where the individual is from, but they did not return to the ship after it stopped in Duluth on May 30th. The…
Duluth Parks and Recreation Gets Ready for Tuesday's Chester Creek Concert Series
DULUTH, Minn.--The annual Chester Creek Concert Series at Chester Bowl will begin tomorrow night, June 14, and will take place every Tuesday night until August 23. Musical performances will begin at…
Summer Theater Programs for Youth at The Duluth Playhouse
DULUTH, Minn. -- Youth at The Duluth Playhouse's summer camp started a new production today. The community theater offers acting and musical camps for students between the ages of 5 to 18. This…
Public Hearing Held for Hotel Astoria Demolition
DULUTH, Minn. -- Five Duluth residents spoke out during a public meeting today in hopes of preserving the historic Hotel Astoria on East Superior Street. Back in 2021, the owners requested for the structure…
Excessive Heat Rolls East, Bakes Much Of Central, Eastern US
(AP) -- More than 100 million Americans are being warned to stay indoors if possible as high temperatures and humidity settle in over states stretching through parts of the Gulf Coast to the Great Lakes and east to the Carolinas.…
Duluth Firefighter Found Guilty After Assaulting A Hiker
DULUTH, Minn. -- A Duluth firefighter was formally charged after assaulting a 65-year old woman on the Traverse Trail back in 2020. In July of 2020, the victim was startled when she saw unleashed dogs. She told Conrad Sunde, 50,…
US: Pfizer COVID-19 Shot Appears Effective For Kids Under 5
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health officials said Sunday that kid-sized doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccines appear to be safe and effective for kids under 5, a key step toward a long-awaited decision to begin vaccinating the youngest American children. The Food…
Monday's Lunchtime Update
Join Fox 21's Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama for your latest news and weather updates on this Monday!
Markets Tumble Worldwide, Bear Market Growls On Wall Street
NEW YORK (AP) — Fears about a possible recession are pounding markets Monday, and Wall Street’s S&P 500 tumbled into the maw of what’s known as a bear market after sinking more than 20% below its record set early this…
