Police Hosts Annual Kids, Cops, and Cars Event Thursday
DULUTH, Minn.- Come Wednesday, Northland kids will be able to spend the day with those whose job it is to protect them. The Duluth Police Department is holding its Kids, Cops,…
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Musolf Elected to St. Louis County Board
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. - Keith Musolf has been elected to the St. Louis County Board. He defeated Hermantown Mayor Wayne Boucher in a special election to replace Congressman Pete Stauber. Musolf had 994…
Larson, Nolle Face Off in Duluth Mayoral Race
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth mayoral race has been narrowed to two candidates. Incumbent Mayor Emily Larson will face challenger Dave Nolle in the November general election. About two-thirds of Duluth voters chose…
Hunter Finds Wisconsin Fugitive Hiding in Makeshift Bunker
RINGLE, Wis. (AP) - A Wisconsin fugitive is in custody after a hunter discovered him hiding in a makeshift bunker in the woods. WSAW-TV reports that Thomas Nelson of Wausau noticed a bunker carved into an embankment on state…
Police: Active Gunman Shooting at Police Officers in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Authorities say several Philadelphia police officers have been injured in an "active and ongoing'' shooting situation in the city. Sgt. Eric Gripp tweeted there was at least one suspect firing at police officers Wednesday afternoon. A police…
Kayakers Escape Injury as Cliff Collapses into Lake Superior
MUNISING, Mich. (AP) — Kayakers on a tour of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in northern Michigan narrowly escaped injury when a large section of cliff collapsed near them into Lake Superior. WLUC-TV reports…
Duluth Picks New City Flag
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth has selected a new flag. The city says after they asked the community to submit designs for a chance to create Duluth’s new flag they received a total of 195 submissions from 98…
Midday Update 8-14-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 14, 2019.
Minnesota man who Held “Death Party” for Wife Gets Three Years
NEW ULM, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota man has been sentenced to three years in prison after he said he threw a “death party” for his wife and gave her methamphetamine that killed her. Fifty-nine-year-old Duane Johnson of Searles was…
GOP Bill Would Allow Pharmacists to Prescribe Birth Control
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin Republican lawmakers find themselves in an unusual position, advocating for a bill they've introduced that broadens birth control access. Anti-abortion groups that are typically their allies are firmly against the measure, which would allow pharmacists…
Battle of the Burgers Tonight at Bayfront Festival Park
DULUTH, Minn. - In the mood for a fresh, juicy burger but not excited to fire up your own grill? Grill Wars 2019 will once again benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of…
Animal Allies, Irving Community Club to Host Free Event
DULUTH, Minn. - Pet supplies and services can be difficult to keep up with, and the cost can oftentimes detour animal owners from getting the necessities needed. On Tuesday, August…
Man Arrested on 12th Drunken Driving Offense
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) - Police say a man found passed out behind the wheel at an Eau Claire gas station is facing his 12th drunken driving charge. WQOW-TV reports Keith Bondie appeared in Eau Claire County Circuit Court Tuesday…
Morning Update 8-14-19
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 14, 2019.
Three Children Sick With E. coli, Lake Nokomis Beaches Closed
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota health officials say three children have gotten sick from E. coli bacteria after swimming in a popular Minneapolis lake. Two beaches at Lake Nokomis have been closed until further…
Incumbent Larson, Nolle Advance Past Primaries for Duluth's Next Mayor
DULUTH, Minn.- Mayor Emily Larson, the incumbent in the 2019 Primary Election, will advance to the General Election with fellow candidate David Nolle in November. Larson rounded out Tuesday night with 5,225 votes,…
Duluth City Council Candidate Derek Medved Reacts to Primary Election Results
DULUTH, Minn. - 24-year-old Derek Medved is seeking an at-large seat on the Duluth City Council. Medved owns the Gary Milkhouse and Korner Stores convenience stores. While results came in during Tuesday's primary election, Medved…
2019 Primary and Special Election Results
Below are the up to date results to the key races in Tuesday's Primary and Special Elections Mayor (Two Advance) Caleb Anderson -206 2.64% Corey Ford -160 2.05% Emily Larson (I) -5,225 66.87% Doris Queen Lavender -83 …
Timbersports Take Over & Race Top Notch Handmade Saws
HAYWARD, Wisc. -- Lumberjacks in the Northland are common and the competition between them is said to be strong. In this week's Great Outdoors, Fox 21's Brittney Merlot takes us to Lumberjack Bowl where all…
Going Thrifty for Back to School Shopping
DULTUH, Minn.- Another way to get school supplies without breaking your budget is shopping at thrift stores. Thrift stores like Savers up by Miller Hill Mall are seeing more families coming…
Tagging Butterflies at Hartley Nature Center
DULUTH, Minn.- Families who are members at Hartley Nature Center got a chance to send off monarch butterflies with something to help researchers. The Nature Center hosted a volunteer butterfly tagging event. Kids, parents…
Back To School Blood Drive
DULUTH, Minn.- The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Miller Hill Mall where donors are entered into a back to school shopping spree drawing. Those that give blood could win anything from…
United Way to "Stuff the Bus" with School Supplies
DULUTH, Minn. - Northland schools will soon be back in session and, to help kids get prepared, the Head of the Lakes United Way will "Stuff the Bus" full of school supplies for…
Local Business Reacts to FDA's Potential Regulation of CBD Products
DULUTH, Minn. - CBD products may soon be regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The government agency is working to learn more about the safety of CBD and other cannabis products. The FDA…
Halloween May Not Be the Same For the Chester Park Neighborhood
DULUTH, Minn. - We are than two months away until Halloween, but this year may not be the same for the Chester Park neighborhood. The Haunted Cemetery, which is one of the largest…
New Tattoo Studio In Lincoln Park
DULUTH, Minn.- Lincoln Park's revitalization is continuing as a new tattoo business is celebrating their grand opening. Stronghold Tattoo Studio opened their doors on Tuesday. They are celebrating in a big way with…
Voter Turnout Low at Some Polling Locations for Duluth Primary Elections
DULUTH, Minn. - Primary day is here as multiple candidates are vying for the Duluth mayoral and city council seats. Polls across the city have been open since 7 a.m., but local election…
Northlanders Take Trip Around The Singing World
DULUTH, Minn.- Some Northland kids are going on a unique adventure infused with music and musical traditions of many cultures. The Lake Superior Youth Chorus is hosting 30 students this week to…
UMD Staff and Students Gear Up for Welcome Week
DULUTH, MN- Welcome week will be looking a little different this year. With program reorganization, the duties of the week now are on the shoulders of four members of the student life division and…
2019 Primary and Election Guide
DULUTH, Minn.-Multiple primaries are being held today across Duluth along with a special election for a St. Louis County Board seat. Mayoral Primary (Two Advance) Nine candidates are vying for the seat of Duluth mayor including incumbent Emily Larson. Others…
