ESKO, Minn. – An Esko man is dead after the vehicle he was driving crashed on I-35 early Sunday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says it took place just after 2:30 a.m. on I-35 southbound near Thomson Road. An investigation determined the 2006 Cadillac STS spun out and entered the right ditch of the interstate. It struck a guardrail, overturned…
DULUTH, Minn. — We have an adorable update on the puppies found in a bin on Tuesday in Duluth. The puppies were bought to Animal Allies after they were found. They’ve been giving pup-dates on their Facebook page, which have been going viral. Luckily, the pups weren’t too dirty or cold when they arrived so the shelter believes they were…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings host the Chicago Bears for Monday Night Football at U.S. Bank Stadium already knowing they’re heading to the NFC Playoffs. The Vikings clinched a playoff spot after the Green Bay Packers beat the Seattle Seahawks 30-13 on Sunday Night Football. At worst, they’ll be a Wild Card team. That said, there’s a lot to play…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The University of Minnesota football team is headed to the Duke’s Mayo Bowl in Charlotte, North Carolina on Friday, Jan. 3, and will face Virginia Tech out of the ACC. The game will be played at 6:30 p.m. on ESPN at Bank of America Stadium, the home of the Carolina Panthers. The Gophers learned their bowl destination on…
BIWABIK, Minn. — 74 new automated snow machines are now operating at Giants Ridge in Biwabik as part of a $16.5-million dollar investment there. A small ceremony was held on Thursday, Dec. 5, to celebrate. The new snow-making system is weather controlled turning on and off automatically for optimal snow production based on optimal air conditions. The 74 new snow…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The body of a missing ice skater was found Monday afternoon in Superior’s Woodstock Bay. Multiple law enforcement agencies from Wisconsin and Minnesota were on scene at the Pokegama boat launch in Superior Monday afternoon when they found the body of Gregory Garmer, 78, of Duluth. Woodstock Bay is on the mouth St. Louis River near Billings…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Thanksgiving being over, Christmas is just around the corner, and the Holiday Spirits were high at Fitger’s as Santa came to town today. Santa and his reindeers Comet and Cupid arrived to Fitger’s for the first time this Holiday season. A long line of families were waiting to get their picture taken with Saint Nick, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Black Friday shoppers flocked to stores for a day of big deals. Across the country shoppers hit the stores for Black Friday, and in Duluth, thousands roamed through the Miller Hill Mall looking for gifts for the holidays or just trying to snag some deals. The doors of the mall opened up at 6 a.m., so people…
DULUTH, Minn. — The American Red Cross is partnering with first responders to help make a difference for those in need of life-saving blood. It’s called the Battle of the Badges blood drive. It is a 2-day event where Duluth and Superior Police and Fire and the St. Louis and Douglas County Sheriff’s Departments will be taking part. It’s all…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as Santa Claus has officially arrived at the Miller Hill Mall. The annual Santa Photo Experience has kicked off at the mall, where kids can get their picture taken with Saint Nick. Time slots can be booked ahead of time, but walk ups are also welcome. And as Christmas…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chester Bowl has announced a donation match opportunity to help with the expansion and renovation of their Chalet. It’s part of the campaign Growing Up Chester. An anonymous donor who is looking to inspire giving in others, will now through January 15, 2025, match up to $50,000. That gives Chester 50 days to raise $50,000 through community…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Bridgeman’s is once again offering Thanksgiving meals to go. A meal includes fresh baked turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, roasted vegetables, a dinner roll, and dessert. All meals are fully cooked and ready to reheat at home. These meals are great for those who don’t have somewhere to go or just don’t feel like cooking a whole…
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MINNESOTA — The Minnesota DNR is introducing a new eagle camera, that will go live for the first time this Thursday. The new camera will feature a new breeding pair of eagles. The original camera will be in the area as well, occasionally seeing the previously featured pair that lost their nest in 2023. That same pair made a new…
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC opened its doors to a good cause this past weekend, and provided a preview of the upcoming Christmas holiday season. They hosted the 36th annual Festival of Trees. Vendors sold treats, trinkets, and even got a visit from Santa! Proceeds from this event go towards the Junior League’s efforts to support women in the Northland. “Our…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Thursday was Red Cross Day at UW-Superior. Students were given the opportunity to learn what life is like for a refugee, practice compression only CPR, and write out holiday cards to military members. This also got to show students that the Red Cross does more than just disaster relief and blood donations. In the refugee exhibit, students…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Virginia Police Department is investigating a stabbing that took place early Friday morning. According to the press release, a man arrived at 4:12 a.m. to the Essentia Virginia Hospital with a stab wound to the abdomen. Authorities say the 33-year-old victim told law enforcement the suspect was a known acquaintance but did not provide much more…
SANDSTONE, Minn. — The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone is expanding its footprint by 120 acres. The adjacent land has always been on the eyes of executive director Tammy Thies. So, when she saw the for-sale sign pop up recently, she immediately made an offer. Thies says the new land will act as a natural buffer between wild animals and the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Veteran’s Day commemorations across the Northland included one at UW-Superior. The event, taking place at the Yellowjacket Union, featured a presentation of colors, the National Anthem, and remarks from a UW-Superior graduate. The ceremony also included a presentation of the Henry Blomberg Excellence in Service Awards. The awards are named for Lieutenant Henry Blomberg, a Superior native…
DULUTH, Minn. – Veterans Day 2024 was observed at UMD’s campus in its usual fashion. 50 Air Force ROTC cadets have been standing guard at the flagpole since midnight Monday, as their way to honor veterans and reflect on their service. Cadets are taking 30 minute shifts through the 24 hours of the day, regardless of the weather. “I think…
MINNESOTA — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz gives remarks Friday afternoon after returning home from an election run with Vice President Kamala Harris. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Political
UPDATE (November 8, 9:55 a.m.) — The Duluth Police Department has released the names of those who died on Thursday from gunshot wounds. The two people found at the 6000 block of Tacony Street were 47-year-old Duluth resident Erin Abramson and 15-year-old Duluth resident Jacob Nephew. The people found dead at the 4400 block of West 6th Street were 45-year-old…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chum is preparing for the holidays by packing Thanksgiving boxes. Staff, volunteers, and community members gathered Thursday to work together on this project. The boxes will be given out to locals who rely on Chum’s food assistance services. Each box includes the essential items for a traditional Thanksgiving meal, from pantry staples to holiday favorites. “Thanksgiving is…
DULUTH, Minn. — The holidays are fast approaching, and now you can prepare for a good cause at Essentia. The Duluth Area Volunteer Service Organization is hosting a Christmas Gift Extravaganza. It kicked off Thursday and will run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. There is Christmas decor, stocking stuffers, and other gifts for sale. Various hospital departments have…
HIBBING, Minn. — The Hibbing Police Department is looking to identify the driver of an ATV in the attached photo. According to Hibbing Police, Thursday afternoon at approximately 1:50 PM, the driver of the ATV was involved in a road rage incident and fired a round from an unknown firearm towards another vehicle. Authorities say at this time, no injuries…
UPDATE (November 7, 3:30 p.m.) — Duluth Police announced they have arrested the suspect in connection to the 3 burglaries. Authorities say the suspect was arrested at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. This remains an active and ongoing investigation. UPDATE (November 7, 10:38 a.m.) — Duluth Police are investigating a third burglary in the city in the last three days. According…
DULUTH, Minn. — Mayor Roger Reinert and Police Chief Mike Ceynowa release a joint statement regarding the recent burglaries in the Duluth area. The statement was posted on the Duluth Police Department’s Facebook page Thursday afternoon at about 3 p.m. It includes the two emphasizing to call 911 if you see anything suspicious in your neighborhood. Categories: Crime, News, News…
Vice President Kamala Harris delivering a concession speech Wednesday after Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Political, US & World News
Below are the results of the key candidate races for the 2024 Minnesota General Election. The results are coming from the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website. United States Senator race: Republican Party: Royce White 1,287,409 votes, 40.46% Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party: Amy Klobuchar (Incumbent) 1,788,632 votes, 56.21% United States Representative District 8: Republican Party: Pete Stauber (Incumbent) 247,513 votes, 58.28% DFL Party:…
Below are the results of the key races happening in the 2024 Wisconsin General Election. Results are coming from the Douglas County, Ashland County, Bayfield County, and Iron County Wisconsin’s websites. United States Senator: Republican Party: Eric Hovde 1,635,021; 48% Democratic Party: Tammy Baldwin (Incumbent) 1,662,072 votes 49% United States Representative District 7: Republican Party: Tom Tiffany (Incumbent) 274,110 votes 63%…
FOX 21 Election Night Update: 6:25 p.m. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Political
BIRCHDALE, Minn. — Minnesota logging companies are working together to raise money to help support Children’s Miracle Network hospital. It’s part of the Log a Load for Kids. An annual campaign in which loggers donate the value of a load of logs all for a good cause. This is video from a timber harvest in Birchdale, Minnesota just west of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Whooping cough is on the rise in Minnesota and as respiratory illness season ramps up doctors at Essentia Health say it is important to remember to stay up to date on vaccines and stay home when sick. Over 1,200 cases of Pertussis or whooping cough have been reported across Minnesota. Essentia Health says they haven’t seen numbers…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Typically, you think of going door to door for all the delicious treats on Halloween, but earlier on Thursday Sweeden Sweets in Superior was the place to be! They kicked off their 9th annual Halloween celebration at noon and partied until 5 p.m. All the little goblins and ghouls attending got to do some fun activities for…
“The City of Duluth is monitoring the winter weather forecast. Street maintenance crews will be out plowing snow and clearing ice from roadways as conditions demand. Roads are expected to become slippery with the mixed precipitation forecast for the region in the earlier morning. While currently only one to three inches of snow seem most likely for the City of…
DULUTH, Minn. — The DECC was sizzling with flavor on Tuesday as Upper Lakes Foods hosted it’s Fall Food Show. There was much to loaf at the venue from interactive demonstrations to fresh products, promotions and seminars. Upper Lakes Foods serves a range of customers from restaurants to schools, to healthcare settings, and far more. The show is designed to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Seawall Construction Project has been chugging along, and on Tuesday Fox 21 gotten an update on the progress. The old seawall behind the DECC was failing leading to sinkholes and other issues, triggering the need for this project. The improved space will be much more resilient, enhance the connectivity between Bayfront and Canal Park, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Miller Hill Mall hosted a special Halloween event on Saturday. The event brought the people of the Northland together for photos, food and plenty of places for costumed kids to get candy set up all over the mall. “We look forward to it every year, it’s one of the fun ones that everybody’s dressed so cute,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Trunk or Treat events have becoming a popular staple during the month of October as part of Halloween celebrations. Eastridge Church hosted their 13th annual event this past weekend. Hundreds took part in this event, with activities in both in the parking lot of the church and inside the church. There were intricately decorated trunks, a bouncy…
DULUTH, Minn. – People who went to The Caddy Shack Sunday got a special treat. Let’s say you were barking up the right tree! The bar hosted a dog costume contest and silent auction. It was put on by PJ’s Rescue. Plenty of dogs showed up to show off and raise money for a good cause. “Our directors really like…
UPDATE (October 25, 12:30 p.m.) — The two men that died after a 2-vehicle crash in Britt have been identified. The 76-year-old driving eastbound is Frank Bertram Ratliff of Angora. The 69-year-old driver that was driving westbound is Steven Craig Shoden of Virginia. ORIGINAL POST: ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. — Two people are dead after a 2-vehicle crash Thursday morning…
AITKIN, Minn. — Human remains were found inside a camper after a fire in Shamrock Township. The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office says a call came in at 8:17 a.m. on Monday regarding a camper and vehicle that had burned overnight at a residence. Authorities located human remains in the camper and transported them to the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office…
DULUTH, Minn. — Final design work is underway for a new state-of-the-art scoreboard at AMSOIL Arena. And there’s a rare sponsorship opportunity on it. The section up for ownership is where the current Pepsi logo is facing down on center ice. DECC officials say it’s a prime spot to get in front of thousands of UMD Bulldog fans during games…
HIBBING, Minn. — A Hibbing inmate is back in custody after an extensive search took place. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says Laron Lyndell Brown went to the Fairview Range Medical Center after telling staff he had chest pains. When he was cleared to return to the St. Louis County Jail in Hibbing, he escaped on foot. Authorities say…
PIKE TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A 22-year-old is dead after a car crash that happened Friday morning north of Virginia. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says they responded to a vehicle rollover in the 6300 block of Pike Township at 7:30 a.m. Authorities say the vehicle was going southbound on Highway 21 and lost control. It rolled until the car…
DULUTH, Minn. — Former Minnesota Representative Rick Nolan has passed away. The Minnesota DFL announcing the news Friday morning. Nolan was 80 years old. Nolan served as the U.S. Representative from Minnesota’s 8th congressional district from 2013 to 2019. He previously served Minnesota’s 6th congressional district from 1975 to 1981. There is no word on the cause of death. A…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Annual Conference has kicked off at the DECC. Over 500 attendees from fire departments across the state gathered to learn more about the latest and greatest in tactics, equipment firetrucks, and resources. They’re doing two days of training and workshops. That being said, the DECC is hosting also a vendor show. Being able…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local children facing life-threatening illnesses was the focus of a children’s charity gala in Duluth. The Northern Lights Foundation hosted the event at the DECC. More than 100 silent auction items were on display including everything from concert tickets to see Justin Timberlake, to a weekend getaway to Lake Tahoe. The Northern Lights Foundation is a Duluth…
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DULUTH, Minn. — The Tasting Room opened their doors last weekend in Duluth. It all started with the Rambler Food Truck and MidCoast Catering. Both are traveling services with a wide variety of foods to enjoy. Now they are expanding and welcome everyone to host events in their new space. “We’re just excited to now host our own events because…
