DULUTH, Minn. — Travelers celebrated with the Duluth International Airport Friday as they held a ceremony, introducing Sun Country’s new flight service. Sun Country Airlines officially opened at the Duluth International Airport, offering direct flights from Duluth to Phoenix, or Fort Myers. This is the first time the airline has been offered in Duluth, giving people the chance to escape…
DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday is a big day for many, as it marks commencement hundreds of students at the College of Saint Scholastica. This is the second in-person commencement ceremony CSS has held since the start of the pandemic, but this is the first that they’ve held on campus since the start. There will be about 600 graduates total, but…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the Omicron variant and others continue to threaten the US including the Northland, people are starting to wonder if mask mandates will make a return. Multiple states have already re-instated their indoor mask mandates like California and New York, but with cases rising, and Minnesota seeing a larger surge of the virus, the question lingers of…
DULUTH, Minn. — A special shopping spree happened Tuesday night, between the Duluth Police Department and a few lucky kids. The DPD continued their annual Blue Santa Shop with a Cop for its 9th year tonight at Target. A large donation from the Irving Community Club, which is a charitable gambling club, allowed the police department to give $200 Target…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the Northland continues to experience warmer temperatures, it’s causing a few roadblocks for those who enjoy the winter activities. Minnesotans find plenty of things to keep them busy through the winter, but with the melting going on, it’s made it a bit difficult to do their favorite things like skiing or snowmobiling. “You know its Minnesota,…
DULUTH, Minn. — What better way to grow up as a hockey player than getting to do it outdoors, any time you want, with some of your best friends. One outdoor association continues to develop young hockey players, and show others just how fun it can be. Duluth is one of the last cities in the upper Midwest to have…
DULUTH, Minn. — The potential for a new building to go up in Duluth’s Kenwood Plaza is just a day away from being decided. The developer wants to build a 1,200 square foot retail or office building and potentially a new restaurant. The planning commission will meet tomorrow at five to decide if the proposal is a go. The commissions…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you have car problems right now, you could land some free money just in time for the holidays! Nine NAPA Auto Centers in the Twin Ports including Brad’s Auto Clinic on Rice Lake Road in Duluth, are each giving away $1,000 dollars in repairs. It’s an annual tradition with Napa Auto, and Owner, Brad, tells us…
DULUTH, Minn. — Santa Claus took some time out of his day Sunday to swim with the fish, and greet families through the glass at the Lake Superior Aquarium. For years, Santa has enjoyed coming to the aquarium because he doesn’t get to scuba dive too often. The aquarium staff says after Santa could only visit virtually last year, having…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A store that’s been around for 10 years on Tower Ave in Superior, is now under a new name, but the products and service are going to remain the same. ‘Up North Sundries’ is now called the ‘Cedar Barn’, coming out of the pandemic, the owners decided they wanted to re-focus their mission on quality crafted goods…
DULUTH, Minn. — Employees of the Voyager Bus Company have come together for years as a Christmas choir, traveling to different health and care facilities around Duluth to sing and spread the holiday spirit. On Sunday, they jingled all the way to 4 different facilities, and residents and staff helped sing along. Office staff, bus drivers, and family of employees…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the Northland is expecting warmer temperatures this week, snow is still in our future, and one hardware store tells us how they’re stocking up. Marshall Hardware on East Superior Street has been doing their best to keep up with the demand. After the snow the Northland saw over a week ago, their store was filled with…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Santa clauses came to town Saturday, or Wild State Cider, for the 2nd annual Wild Santa Run, which had over 400 racers to help ring in the holiday. The weather was perfect for Wild State Cider to bring their Santa run back to Lincoln Park just weeks before Christmas. “I love it, I had seen this…
DULUTH, Minn. — The number of 911 calls coming to the Duluth Fire Department is set to hit an all-time record high. This year, the fire department reports 13,930 calls so far and expects to hit 14,000 by the end of 2021, which would be the highest yearly total in history. Members of the fire department say they were worried…
DULUTH, Minn. — People got a rare inside look into all the crafting magic that happens at Bailey Builds workshop in West Duluth Saturday. Owners Anna and Nathanael Bailey opened the garage doors at North 56th Ave W, and revealed the tools they use to create their iconic art. This is the first time they have held a pop-up sale…
CARLTON, Minn. — A 62-year-old woman was found dead in her home in Carlton from an apparent gunshot wound, and her 65-year-old husband was arrested in connection to it. According to a spokesperson with the Carlton County Sherriff’s Office, a welfare check call came through Carlton County 911 Dispatch on December 10 at 2:35 PM, to check on two individuals…
DULUTH, Minn. — So far in 2021, 30 people have died from overdoses in Duluth but according to the police department, 2 of those deaths are overdoses from counterfeit Percocet 30’s. These counterfeit pills contain fentanyl, which is more powerful than actual Percocet pills. Officials say it is a deadly drug and hard to tell apart from real pills, but…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department will soon patrol the waters in a new rescue boat thanks to a donation from the Skyline Rotary Clubs of Duluth and Superior. The rotary clubs raised around $2,000 dollars from a fundraising concert held back in October. The DFD plan on investing it in a new boat called the aqua eye, which…
DULUTH, Minn. — Owners of Pier B Resort are excited to announce Silos Restaurant is back open after being closed for two weeks following a grease fire on Black Friday. The fire started in the kitchen and spread to the ductwork and roof, causing $75,000 dollars in damage, no one was injured. The staff says they were happy to be…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Some people who got the covid shots earlier this year are now choosing to go in for booster shots. One vaccine clinic in Superior is seeing more foot traffic come through right now because of it. The AMI vaccination program has been set up at UWS since April, and has moved around with the demand of new…
DULUTH, Minn. — Total overdoses are 7 times higher than they were in 2013 in Duluth from opioids, this epidemic continues to cause problems in Duluth, we took a look at the current numbers that might be surprising to some. In 20-13, there were 42 total overdoses in one year in Duluth. This year, which isn’t even over yet, has…
DULUTH, Minn. — It officially feels like winter in Duluth now that the first outdoor hockey rink has frozen over. The Duluth Heights Rink is the first one in Duluth to open for the winter and the kids laced up for a little skate party to welcome back the beginning of their favorite season. Not only does this rink serve…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was a snowy final day of the Winter Village behind the DECC, and after record-braking numbers on Saturday, it was obvious Sunday that the event was a success. The Duluth Winter Village saw more than 20,000 people on their first day alone, where the sales and income for vendors exceeded expectations. The relocation to the DECC…
DULUTH, Minn. — The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Super Tour presented by the National Nordic Ski Foundation, wrapped up at Spirit Mountain on Sunday. After Saturday’s perfect conditions for the sprinting events, Sunday brought about some different weather, which didn’t stop the races from going on, as this group has their sights set on Beijing. This weekend is the first…
KNIFE RIVER, Minn. — An idea brought back to the Northland by a family from Norway started this Christmas Festival Called the Julebyen Christmas market. But not only does this fest help celebrate the holidays, but it also helps give back to the community of Knife River. Since 2012, this has proven to be the largest fundraising event of the…
DULTUH, Minn. — Despite the cold, Duluth’s Winter Village’s new spot behind the DECC attracted thousands for opening day. The new location featured water-front views and a yule hall and ice skating rink inside the DECC”s old rink. More than 40 local vendors came from all over the Northland and were excited to share everything from apparel and art to…
DULUTH, Minn. — One of the village’s new additions is the cosmic skating rink inside the old DECC arena. The DECC brought in a lighting company to set up the neon lights for the public to skate under, and people could lace-up skates provided for rent by the city of Duluth. Organizers say highlighting the old UMD rink as part…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — The roads aren’t bad yet, but they might be this weekend, and the Lake County Highway Department has their plows ready to go as they await the first measurable snowfall this winter season. Preparations began months ago, but the snow hasn’t been as consistent this year making it hard to make an official plan but its…
DULTUH, Minn. — Saturday marks the comeback of the Winter Village, but this year, it’s behind the DECC on Harbor Drive with a few new additions. This year’s Winter Village is taking full advantage of the new location in front of the aerial lift bridge. With all local craftsmanship and vendors, the event will also feature a brand new indoor…
DULUTH, Minn. — The CEO the Lake Superior Zoo and the Executive Director of the Great Lakes Aquarium both took a dive into Lake Superior today to celebrate surpassing their fundraising goals for the annual Minnesota ‘Give to the Max’ Campaign. The CEO’s say this plunge helps show their appreciation for the donors who opened their wallets back on November…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Proctor public schools is partnering with St. Luke’s to offer additional opportunities for kids in the 5 to 11 age group to get vaccinated. There will be three separate clinics open to anyone wanting to receive a vaccine at the St. Luke’s event center in Proctor to accommodate those receiving the first and second shot. The staff of…
DULUTH, Minn. — The College of Saint Scholastica held its 26th annual lighting ceremony Tuesday evening which was followed by the president’s holiday reception, where a major fundraising announcement was made. CSS held their annual advent vespers service, and lighting tradition ceremony Tuesday evening. Crowds showed up to listen to President Barbara McDonald speak along with Christmas carols sung by…
DULUTH, Minn. — On august 23rd, the Duluth Hockey Company on Maple Grove Road closed its doors, and opened as Pure Hockey the next day. And even though the name has changed, the services have not. Pure Hockey will sell the same gear as before, also skate fittings and repairs as well as skate sharpening’s. But after wanting to expand…
DULUTH, Minn. — Some opportunities for people to get into the holiday spirit are coming up through the Boulder Lake Environmental Learning center. These holiday activities allow families to get out and make memories while helping support the environmental learning center. Starting Monday, a four year long tradition at Glensheen Mansion continued as wreath making is going on through Thursday,…
DULUTH, Minn. — President Biden will not only talk about this $952 million dollar bill, but is highlighting the ways it can potentially help out in Minnesota. Mayor Emily Larson spoke earlier to highlight the ways Duluth might be able to benefit. With this being the largest bill in history relating to this, Mayor Larson is hopeful the guidelines the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tis the season for front porch theft. The Duluth Police Department is reminding those buying gifts, how to prevent their purchases from being stolen. Shopping online has become more popular over the years especially with online and delivery services making it so easy, but the amount of packages that get swiped from peoples doors leave many upset….
DULUTH, Minn. — As the temperatures continue to drop, more people are anxious to get out on the ice, that’s still very much forming, and that has the fire department speaking up to avoid any unnecessary emergencies. Whether it’s skating or ice fishing, fire officials want to remind everybody to be extra aware of changing ice conditions before heading out,…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was Small Business Saturday in the Twin Ports, and this is an opportunity for local businesses to celebrate their success, and fellow local businesses too. At Frost River in Lincoln Park, they invited in people and vendors to showcase their work, which adds to the celebration. “It’s our best day of the year when you talk…
DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD women’s basketball team fell to Northern Michigan University Saturday afternoon 68-57 in Romano Gym. Senior Brooke Olsen lead the Bulldogs in points with 23. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD men’s hockey team swept the weekend series vs Alaska Fairbanks at AMSOIL Arena Saturday night in an overtime victory 1-0. It would be the captain, Noah Cates who scored the game winning goal to get the Bulldogs the victory. Categories: College, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth
Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 26, 2021. Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, weather
Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, November 26, 2021. Categories: News, News – Latest News Tags: Ken Slama, morning update, Natalie Noury, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. — Meals that were prepared at the DECCC through the last week were packed up and distributed at several different locations around town Thursday. A total of 6 locations set up to meet with the community and provide Thanksgiving meals. The Damiano Center in the Central Hillside area had a truck of 350 pre-made meals to start, and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Veterans are among those who deserve to be recognized especially during the holidays, and the Richard I Bong Center in Superior did what they could to give back Thursday. Multiple generous donations from community members and local businesses made this feast possible for for veterans, active military members, and their families. This is the fourth year they’ve…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Mont du Lac Ski Resort got the chairlifts running, and the trails groomed Thursday morning to welcome in the crowds for opening day. Snow crews got to work around 3 a-m Thursday morning, making sure everything was in tip-top shape for the hundreds of locals and out-of-towners who strapped up to hit the slopes. For some, it…
Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, November 25, 2021. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin Tags: midday update, Natalie Noury, News, Rusty Mehlberg, Thanksgiving, weather
Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, November 25, 2021. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin Tags: morning update, Natalie Noury, News, Rusty Mehlberg, Thanksgiving, weather
TWIN PORTS — Some people who go out for a night on the town make the poor choice of driving home drunk, simply because they don’t want to worry about picking their car up the next day, but there’s a service in Duluth and Superior working to change that. Soberpro is a service that brings not only you, but your…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Festival of Trees annual craft fair at the DECC, that brings in close to 150 vendors annually was canceled suddenly this year, leaving crafters out of an event they love, and trying to find a quick fix, a couple organizers came together and found the solution. The festival of Trees typically brings in around 5,000 people,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Folks got to browse through local hand-made goods and a little history of the City of Superior at a craft fair Saturday. The Douglas County Historical Society on John Ave, started holding craft fairs in 2019, featuring local homemade or handmade items from the area. Saturday, they had a few vendors set up in the building, and…
