Waterfront Resort Gets Approval to Start Construction
Numerous Environmental Hurdles Create Better Project
The 4 year quest to redevelop Duluth’s Waterfront is making headway as construction has officially started for the Pier B Hotel Project.
Life-imported
New E-Cigarette Bill Would Regulate E-Cigs and Restrict Indoor Use
Expand Ban to All Workplaces
Legislation has been introduced that would ban the use of electronic cigarettes indoors statewide.
LSC to Host 2nd Annual ‘Vine and Dine’ Gala
Wine, Food, Silent Auction
Thursday night, locals will have the chance to enjoy wine and specialty foods while supporting the Lake Superior College Foundation.
Duluth & St. Louis Co. at Capitol Days
18th Annual Duluth Days
Duluth City Officials are in St. Paul for the 18th annual Duluth and St. Louis County Days.
Local University Students Spend the Day Volunteering
Annual Spring Community Day
For their annual Spring Community Day College of St. Scholastica students volunteered around the community.
Local Event Helps Fund a Creative Project
Second Annual Duluth Soup Event this Thursday
A few dollars will get you a free meal and help out a Northland project.
CSS Aims to Become More a Inclusive Campus
College Conducts Diversity Mapping Study
The College of St. Scholastic is on a mission to be a more welcoming campus.
Birkie Draws Big Crowds to Hayward
Spectators Bring on the Cheer and Economic Impact
The town of Hayward grew this weekend.
Thousand Celebrate 42nd Annual Birkebeiner
Northland Tradition Kicks Off in Hayward
There was so much excitement and anticipation as hundreds of people waited to see would cross the finish line.
Animal Lovers Celebrate ‘National Love Your Pet Day’
Our pets bring so much love and joy to our lives, and Friday, it was the opportunity to give them a little something in return.
Australian Outback Exhibit at the DECC
Native Animals from Down Under Pay a Visit to Duluth
One of the most popular attractions at the Outdoor Sports Show at the DECC was an Australian Outback display featuring animals and birds native to the land Down Under.
Love Your Pet Day!
Today is National Love Your Pet Day 2015
Friday, February 20th is National Love Your Pet Day. We asked you to send us pictures of your lovable pets. The Fox 21 viewers didn’t let us down!
UPDATE: Bridge Collapse Investigation Underway
2 Taken to Hospital in Bridge Collapse
An investigation is underway for a bridge collapse in Superior.
Outdoor Writers Association Coming To Duluth
The Outdoor Writers Association of America first came to Duluth in 1996, and now it’s on its way back.
Locals Working in Frigid Temperatures
Working Hard While it's Cold
If you had to work inside consider yourself lucky.
Minnesota Small Town Leading “America’s Coolest Town”
Grand Marais Top Dog in Contest
For a small town, Grand Marais is receiving some national attention. The town has been nominated to compete for the title of “America’s Coolest Small Town” 2015.
Downtown Duluth Signs Garner Positive Feedback
Feedback for Signs Positive in Duluth
You may have noticed new signs for Duluth’s experimental automated parking technology on the 300 block of West Superior Street.
Freezing Temps Prevent Cars from Starting
Cold Causes Problems for Cars
It was also a busy day for tow truck drivers and automotive repair shops.
Locals Flock to Shelters to Stay Warm
Shelters Fill up in the Cold
All 46 of CHUM’s beds and units in the new Steve O’Neil apartments are taken.
Effort to Open Natural History Museum
Prehistoric Adventures Launching Fundraising Effort
An effort to open a natural history museum in Superior is in the making. A local non-profit, Prehistoric Adventures, is determined to start a museum at the Old Library on Hammond Road.
How Do the Animals Fare in the Cold Temperatures?
Animals Need to Take Extra Precautions During a Cold Snap
It may not come as a surprise that it’s hard for the staff at Lake Superior Zoo to take care of themselves. But, what about the animals?
Online Dating: Healthy or Unhealthy?
Psychologist Weighs in on Meeting People Online
If you went out for dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day, chances are, the couple sitting next to you met online.
Valentine’s Day with Lace and Tea
Locals in Cloquet celebrated Valentine’s Day with a unique flair.
Unique Ways Northlanders Celebrated V-Day
Unconventional Valentine's Day Celebrations
“He signed us up as a surprise for Valentine’s Day,” said Kristi Modich.
Fitger’s Brewhouse Burgers Bring Home Top Honor
Locally Grown Burger Named Top 12 in Minnesota
Fitger’s is adding another title to its long list of awards, but this time it’s not for craft beer.
Valentine’s Day Cheer Spreads in Downtown Duluth
Free Boxes of Candy Hearts
Anyone walking around in downtown Duluth got some Valentine’s Day cheer Friday.
Low Snowfall Impacting Lake Superior
Lake Levels Drop Slightly
This winter’s relatively light snowfalls have caused Lake Superior’s water levels to drop a bit.
Carlton Co. Dependency Facility May Close
C.A.R.E Liberalis Services and Jobs on the Chopping Block
Open since 1987 C.A.R.E. Liberalis has been a place where women come to get off drugs and alcohol and learn life skills.
DNR Asks for Hunters’ Input on Deer Population
78% of Hunters Report Low Deer Count
While most outdoor lovers are deep into ice fishing season, the Minnesota DNR is already looking ahead to the deer hunting opener.
Cirrus Aircraft Drives a Strong Performance
New aircraft shipments for 2014 are driving the company’s strongest performance in six years, totaling 308 shipments.
Autumn Martineau’s Death Leads to Autopsy Controversy
Fond du Lac Family Fights Legal Battle for Religious Beliefs
In the wake of Autumn’s death, her family hoped to mourn by following the traditions of the Fond du Lac tribe.
Educators Discuss Common Core Standards
Some Northlanders gathered to hear more about academic standards which they say are causing headaches for teachers and students alike.
Free Dental Care for Local Kids
Part of National 'Give Kids a Smile' Day
Thousands of kids across Minnesota, including in the Northland, got free dental care Friday.
Local Church Helps Struggling Food Bank
Congregation To Buy Non-Perishable Food Items
Staff with Union Gospel Mission tells FOX 21 with outside donations down, they have run out of food several times this winter.
Ely Winter Festival Celebrates 22 Years
Artists Create for Snow Sculpting Symposium
The 22nd Annual Winter Festival officially kicked off in Ely.
Ely to Host First Beard and Mustache Contest
Beardfest Joins Ely's Winter Line Up
The small town of Ely is bringing something new to this year’s Winter Festival.
Art Appreciation Part 2: Careers in Art
Locals Who Make a Living in Art
If you are thinking of making a living out of art it’s recommended that you carve out a plan, vision, find a way to market yourself, take on free jobs and get connected with the community.
Young At Heart 2: The Secret To Longevity
In Part 2 of a special report, Young at Heart, FOX 21’s Dan Hanger talked with 101-year-old Millard LaJoy to find out the secret to living a long life.
Care Packages to Military Personnel
Students Donate Items to Local Troops
A service project for middle school students at St. James consists of sending care packages for a local troop overseas.
Northlanders Celebrate National Croissant Day
Starbucks Serves Almond, Chocolate, Butter Flavors
They’re buttery, flaky and go best with coffee. So why not celebrate the delicious croissant?
Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day
Preparing Income Tax Returns
Taxpayers can get free in person assistance at the Duluth Public Library.
Young At Heart: 101-Year-Old Miller LaJoy
Lives Alone, Drives, Plays Music
One thing is clear about life: There’s birth and then there’s death. Some fear the end result. Some leave us way too soon. But then, there’s the unthinkables who live to be 100 years old and don’t show any signs of stopping. So, what’s the secret to staying young at heart? FOX 21’s Dan Hanger explored that answer in a special report through the eyes of a longtime Northlander, Millard LaJoy.
New Proposal Would Eliminate ‘Snow Days’
In Minnesota, winter’s arrival brings threats of snow days, and some districts plan to overcome cancelled school with “virtual school days.”
John Beargrease Finishline
Check out this handful of images from the 2015 John Beargrease finishline.
Inside Look at Kaye E. Barker in Superior
Tour of Work on Lakers Before Shipping Season
While the lakers are set to sleep, workers and crews are working hard to repair the damage from the shipping season and we get an inside look at what goes on inside during the off season.
This Saturday: Event Teaching Ice Cross Downhill
Ice X Youth Event
Ice X for kids is happening at Mont du Lac Recreation this Saturday teaching anyone ages five and up ice cross downhill.
New Bill Supports Utilizing Wind, Solar Energy in Minnesota
MN Clean Energy Plan Seeks Northland Support
Every year Minnesota spends $18 billion on non-renewable energy.
‘Racially Offensive’ Photo Circulates Through Denfeld
School District and Community Members React
It was earlier this week that a picture made its way through social media platforms that made students along with community members feel hurt and disappointed.
Grassroots Approach Helps Victims of Sex Trafficking
A Northland woman is taking a different approach to helping victims of sex trafficking.
Local Students Kick of Decades Old Tradition
42nd Annual Track-O-Rama
Every 5th grader in Superior packed UWS’s Marcovich Wellness Center for the annual Track O Rama.
