33.8 Million Airbags Recalled by Japanese Manufacturer
How To Find Out If You Are Being Affected by Takata Recall
The recall of nearly 35–million airbags worldwide has left many drivers worried.
Author: Devin Elmore
Proposal to Bring Bike Lanes to Pecan Avenue
Plans to Re-stripe Road, Add Transportation Options in Duluth
Pecan Avenue in Duluth is 48–feet gutter to gutter. Right now, it’s a four-lane road with two lanes of traffic in each direction.
Horton Challenges Larson In Duluth Mayoral Race
Only Two Candidates In The Ring So Far
Longtime Duluth boxing promoter and trainer Chuck Horton is jumping in the ring to be the next mayor of Duluth, and he says he’s in it to win it, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports.
Duluth Mountain Bike Racing Team Hosts Movie Fundraiser
Mountain bike enthusiasts gathered for a free movie Friday to help raise awareness and funds for the Duluth Mountain Bike Racing team.
UWS Honors Multicultural Students
Students Awarded For Bringing Diversity, Equity to Campus
On the eve of graduation, UWS honored its multicultural students for their academic achievements and accomplishments.
Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College Awarded Grant
Over $170,000 Towards Training Programs for Healthcare Professionals
The Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College has received a grant to expand a curriculum and training program.
Orphan Gosling Adopted into New Family of Geese
Lake Superior Zoo Helps Gosling Find New Siblings
An orphan gosling found in a parking lot has been adopted into a new family of geese on the grounds of The Lake Superior Zoo.
UMD Students Decorate Graduation Caps
Students Reminisce on Time in Duluth, Get Ready for Next Step
With UMD graduation just a few days away, students are getting excited for the next step.
Construction Begins on 13th Kwik Trip in Twin Ports
Old Klearflax Warehouse Comes Down, Convenience Store Going In
Crews have started tearing down the old Klearflax warehouse on Grand Aveune in West Duluth.
4th Annual Grown By Our Own
Local Home-Growers, Consumers Discuss Healthy Eating
Everybody knows eating locally benefits not only your health, but also the local economy. But Wednesday night, local home–growers in Two Harbors made a push for others to jump on the bandwagon.
Runs for Change
Multiple Walks & Runs Held to Foster Change
“I hope that people start realizing the importance of treating everyone equally,” said Adrea Grocke, Co-Chair on the Commission of Disabilities.
Staycations Part 3: The South Shore
Morgan Falls, 2nd Street Bistro, Kravin Frozen Yogurt
We take you to some hot spots around Ashland, including what locals call the city’s best kept secret.
Duluth Pack Launches 25 Causes, 25 Colors Campaign
Teaming Up With Customers to Find A Cure
Twenty-five health and situational causes that have personally touched Duluth Pack employees have been matched with 25 of their products colors.
Staycations Part 2: The North Shore
Take a Step Back in Time at Lamb's Resort
If you’re in need of some peace and quiet, or looking for a family getaway to explore nature, the perfect place may not be so far away.
Fans Gather at Local Bars to Watch NFL Draft
Eagerly Wait to See New Faces on Favorite Teams
Thursday night, fans around the Northland gathered to watch one of the most anticipated nights in sports.
Young Performers Shine Bright in Talent Show
Fun Meets Charity as Food Drive Benefits CHUM
Neighborhood Youth Services hosted a talent show, where kids could sing, dance, and show off their artwork.
Greysolon Hosts 6th Annual Boys & Girls Club Ball
Event Coordinators Eye Goal of $100,000
Community leaders gathered at the Greysolon Plaza Friday for the 6th annual Boys And Girls Clubs of The Northland Ball.
Church Fundraiser to Power Hospital in West Africa
Pancake Dinner Raises Money for Solar Power in Liberia
The Kenwood Lutheran Church hosted a pancake dinner Thursday to raise money to bring solar power to a hospital in Liberia.
CSS Hosts First-Ever Cadaver Memorial Service
Students Pay Tribute to Bodies of Science
For the first time ever, a memorial service was held Thursday to honor the 18 cadavers that students of science have spent the year dissecting.
Education Commissioner Discusses Budget Proposal
Shares Importance of Universal Free Pre-K
Minnesota’s Education Commissioner made a stop in Duluth to talk about Governor Mark Dayton’s budget proposal.
Warmer Months Expected to See Increase in Crime
Locals Meet to Discuss Ways to Prevent Thefts in Superior
Superior residents hold meeting to discuss ways to prevent thefts in their community.
Duluth Public Schools See Decline in Enrollment Numbers
Year to year, Duluth Public Schools are seeing a decrease in enrollment numbers throughout the district.
UMD Celebrates New Wind Turbine
Research Project Displays Unique, Energy-Efficient Technology
UMD celebrated Earth Day with the beginning of a wind research project at their farm.
Housing Plans Discussed For Old School Buildings
Rock Ridge & Morgan Park Schools Development Plans
The developer who bought the old Rock Ridge and Morgan Park schools, has plans to fill the two properties with housing options.
Autism: Where We Are Now, Where We Want To Be
Community Gathers to Celebrate and Discuss Autism
Many questions still remain about autism, and Thursday, UWS invited locals to discuss the joys and challenges of living with the disease.
Scholarship to Train Pets to be Therapy Animals
UMD Students, Animal Allies Host Print for Paws Fundraiser
UMD students have teamed with Animal Allies to create a scholarship for college students to train and register their pets to be certified therapy animals.
Substance Abuse Numbers Grow in The Northland
Community Conversation to Help Prevent Drug Addiction
Thursday night was the first of 3 meetings held in an effort to raise awareness about addiction and substance abuse in our area.
4 Hospitalized After Crash at Highway 2 & Highway 65
Head-On Collision at Intersection Leaves 4 Injured
Four people were hospitalized Wednesday, after 2 cars collided head–on at the intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 65.
Stuffed Animal Donation Helps Officers Cheer Up Kids
Grand Rapids Patrol Squads Carrying Furry Friends
The Grand Rapids Police Department received a donation of stuffed animals from the Itasca County Historical Society.
Grand Rapids Police Dept. Begins Using Rescue Discs
Frisbee With Rope Will Help Prevent Drowning
The Grand Rapids Police Department has added a new piece of safety equipment to their belt.
Grand Rapids School District Could Pitch $70 Million Referendum
School Board to Decide on Future For District 318
The school board of District 318, made up of Grand Rapids and Big Fork, is deciding whether to renovate current buildings or seek funding for two completely new elementary schools.
UWS Students Host ‘Science Night’
Children and Adults Explore Different Aspects of Science
Friday, UWS students hosted “Science Night,”, where children and adults were invited to explore the marvels of chemistry, physics, and biology.
Portland Malt Shoppe Opens for Summer
A Duluth Staple Opening Means Seasons are Turning
A true sign that the seasons are changing in The Twin Ports, is the opening of The Portland Malt Shoppe.
Community Plans Birthday Party for Easter Fire Victim
Two Mothers Make Little Boys Birthday Wishes Come True
Immediately following the Easter fire, one of the most notable things The Red Cross stated was how many children were affected by the fire.
Medicine Cabinet Clean-Out Day
Locals Offered Way to Legally and Safely Dispose of Pills
Twin Ports residents were given the opportunity Friday to bring unwanted medications for a safe and legal disposal.
Children Affected by Violence Use Art to Help Heal
First-Ever Youth Art Show Displays Children's Work
Thursday, Northland children brought awareness to the issue of violence in the form of art.
Plans to Revamp Cloquet’s Riverfront
Cloquet's Plan to Make St. Louis River Focal Point of City
The city of Cloquet is one of the few places lucky enough to have a river running through town. But, right now, it doesn’t give people who live there the feeling of a “river town.”
Hermantown School District Celebrates Groundbreaking
Reconstruction Begins at Middle School and High School
Wednesday, the Hermantown community broke ground with their shovels as they celebrated the start of construction at their schools.
Donations Pour In to Help Easter Fire Victims
Community Efforts to Help Those Who Lost Everything
As tougher questions and larger problems are now beginning to consume the minds of the victims, the community is coming together to make the days following this disaster a bit more manageable for the victims.
Low Gas Prices Encourage Holiday Travel
Friday afternoon, people around town were packing up their cars and slamming their trunks, getting ready to head out of town for the holiday weekend.
Historic Hot Air Balloon Ride in Twin Ports
First Balloons to Ascend Out of Duluth in Over 100 Years
FOX 21’s Stef Manisero goes along for a historic ride, and gives us a bird’s-eye-view of Duluth.
A Community Jewel of Grand Rapids
Northland Uncovered: Gilbert House
In this week’s Northland Uncovered, we visit a distinctive home in Grand Rapids.
Community Discusses Ways to Alleviate Bullying
Meeting in Superior to Put an End to an Ongoing Problem
In the weeks following a bullying incident that lead to the death of a Duluth teen, a new Facebook page called “Taking a Stand Against Bullying in Superior WI” was started by community members who decided it was time to make a difference.
Hanger Hits The Road: Barnes, Wis.
We are beginning a new feature segment at FOX 21 called “Hanger Hits the Road.”Every Wednesday, FOX 21’s Dan Hanger will take you to a small town in the Northland to find out what makes it tick. In this first story, we take you to Barnes, Wisconsin.
