Belknap in Superior Due for Big Changes
Construction to begin in early Spring
Those that have driven Belknap St. in Superior know how bad the roadway has deteriorated over time.
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Fitger’s Brewhouse Looks for New Head Brewmaster
The brewmaster will oversee Fitger's flagship and seasonal beers.
Fitger’s Brewhouse might have the dream job for those who love beer. They are looking for a new head brewmaster.
Cubs Fan Drives to Chicago to Enjoy Games from Wrigleyville
Fan makes the 18 hour round trip to experience World Series win with fellow Cubs fans.
A local Cubs fan drove down to Chicago to enjoy a few of the World Series games from Wrigleyville
UWS Library Receives Governor’s Archives Award
Honored for preserving over 9,000 ship design documents
The library acquired the collection in 2013 and for the last three years has worked to preserve over 9,000 blueprints and design documents of large vessels.
Duluth Mayor Emily Larson Invited to be Part of New Initiative
Initiative Promotes Advancement of Women in Leadership Roles
Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton announced the Creation of a new council, the Young Women’s Initiative, in October, and Duluth Mayor Emily Larson, has been invited to join the 40 member council.
Wisconsin High School Student Wins Gold Medal for Handmade Dress
Molly Niven Had Only Been Sewing for a Little Over a Year
Molly Niven A Wisconsin High School Student won a gold medal for a dress that she sewed in a national competition for a non-profit organization, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.
Duluth Holiday Inn Features Bob Dylan on Elevator Doors
The Images are Only Up for a Limited Time
The Holiday Inn in downtown Duluth surprised Bob Dylan Fans with images of the famous singer on their elevator doors.
Essentia Health Kicks Off Holiday Season
It's a Fundraiser to Benefit Patients and Families
Essentia Health is kicking off the holiday season with their annual Christmas Extravaganza.
18 Construction Projects Finished Across the Northland
4 More to be Completed Within the Next Couple of Weeks
This year, MnDot had 32 projects for Northeastern Minnesota at the beginning of the year, and as of Thursday, 18 of them have been completed, with plans of wrapping up 4 more projects within the next couple of weeks.
Mark Rubin Encourages Local Applicants to Apply for Federal Branch
Two Positions are Open on the State Federal District Court
St. Louis County Attorney Mark Rubin is being chosen by Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken to serve on a special judicial selection committee.
St. Luke’s Receives American Heart Association Award
AHA Presents Award To St.Lukes
When it comes to treating heart attacks St. Luke’s Hospital is being recognized as one of the best.
Charges Cleared in Fatal Shooting of Berrien County
Fatal shooting of inmate in July at the Berrien County Courthouse
Two bailiffs involved in the fatal shooting of a jail inmate at the Berrien County Courthouse in July, will not be criminally charged in the incident.
St. Louis County Continues Searching for Foster Parents
An informational meeting will be held on Nov. 17
On any given day in St. Louis County, an average of 700 children are in out-of home-placements, resulting in a constant need for temporary foster homes.
416,000 Early Votes in Minnesota, as Election Day Nears
267,000 absentee ballots were cast in 2012
Nearly 416,000 Minnesota residents have already cast their ballots for next week’s election.
EPA Proposes Expanded Use of New Herbicide
A review found Enlist doesn't "show any increased toxicity to plants"
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed expanding the use of a new version of a popular weed killer on genetically modified crops.
Man Charged in Two Iowa Police Officers Deaths
46-year-old Scott Greene was put under arrest Thursday
Authorities have charged an Iowa man with two counts of first-degree murder in the ambush shooting deaths of two police officers.
Northland Foundation Awards Over $100,000 to CHUM
52 grants were distributed across northern Minnesota
The Northland Foundation approved 52 grants during their third quarter of 2016, totaling $421,850 to serve the people and communities of the seven-county region.
Mille Lacs Lake Open for Winter Fishing Season
Winter fishing limits 1 walleye, 5 northern pike per anglers
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced on Thursday, November 3, that the winter walleye regulation will allow anglers to keep one walleye between 19 and 21 inches or one longer than 28 inches.
PolyMet Submits Permit to Mine Application
DNR will now review the application for the proposed NorthMet project
On Thursday, November 3, 2016, PolyMet submitted a Permit to Mine application for its proposed NorthMet project near Hoyt Lakes.
Registration for the 44th Birkebeiner Closes at Midnight
Thursday, November 3, 2016, is the last chance to register for the race
The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation announced today, that the 44th Slumberland American Birkebeiner registration will close at 11:59 p.m. tonight, Thursday November 3.
Level III Predatory Offender Relocated to Hibbing
Notification Meeting to be held on Monday, Nov. 7
The Hibbing Police Department is notifying the public of a Level III Predatory Offender that has relocated to Hibbing.
Black Bear Wanders into Downtown Duluth
A black bear climbed its way up a tree in downtown Duluth and stayed there for a number of hours.
A black bear found its way to downtown Duluth and climbed up a tree across the street from the St. Louis County Courthouse.
Northland Baseball Fans Enjoy World Series
Many fans say this World Series is one of the best they've seen in years.
Baseball fans around the Northland met at local bars and restaurants to see the thrilling conclusion to a historic World Series.
Northland Women to Fight Against Breast Cancer
Women Rock Duluth 2016
This weekend Northland women will be rocking to fight breast cancer.
Northland Fans React to Cubs’ World Series Win
Win Breaks 108 Year Curse
Northland Fans React to Cubs’ World Series Win
Ashland Church Rebuilds After Being Burned Down
Ashland Church Rebuilds New 35 Acre Facility
Six crosses are all that remain after a fire burned down Salem Baptist Church in Ashland but today, pastors rejoice at the land where their new church will now be built.
Holiday Decorations Up At Bergquist Imports
Festive Feeling At Shop In Cloquet
It may be far from a winter wonderland outside, but local businesses are already preparing for the holiday season.
4th Street Construction Ending For 2016
Construction To Close Down For Winter
Road construction on 4th street in Duluth is coming to an end for 2016.
Tiny Aquatic Creature Makes First Appearance in the Great Lakes
A microscopic invertebrate was found in Lake Erie
A tiny aquatic creature has made its first known appearance in the Great Lakes.
Mayor Emily Larson Chosen as “Top 100 People to Know in 2017”
Larson was also invited to particpate in Young Women's Initiative of Minnesota by Gov. Dayton
The Twin Cities Business Magazine has identified Duluth Mayor Emily Larson as one of the “Top 100 People to Know in 2017.”
Nature Conservancy Buys Old-Growth Forest from Will Steger
240 acres of rare old-growth forest being kept in NE Minnesota
The Nature Conservancy says it will keep 240 acres of rare old-growth forest in northeastern Minnesota protected under a purchase from polar explorer, Will Steger.
Second Annual Barnes & Noble Mini Maker Faire
Teaching Hands-On Activities to Students, Teachers, Creators and Enthusiasts
The Second Annual Barnes and Noble Mini Maker Faire is happening this Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6.
Motivation in UW-Stout Fatal Assault Unknown
Police continue to look for the assailant who attacked student
Police in western Wisconsin continue to look for the assailant who attacked and killed a university student from Saudi Arabia.
Minnesota Power has Filed Electric Rate Review Request
Asking MPUC for a rate increase of $55 million
Minnesota Power today filed a rate review request with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC), asking for a rate increase of $55 million to support infrastructure investments, efficiency upgrades, and business expenses.
2 Iowa Officers Killed, Suspect in Custody
Officers were killed in an ambush attack
Authorities say two police officers in the Des Moines, Iowa area were shot to death in ambush-style attacks about 2 miles apart.
UMD Group Looks to Help Relieve Stress on Students, Staff and Faculty
Research Shows the Program Decreasing Stress-Levels by 38 Percent
Thousands of students, staff, and faculty in the Twin Ports deal with hectic lifestyles and stressful situations on a daily basis. One group at UMD is looking to help with the issue.
Native American History on Display
Black Bear Casino is Honoring the Fon Du Lac Tribe
Throughout the month of November, Black Bear Casino will be observing Native American Heritage Month. Today a ceremony was held to showcase the history of the native Fon Du Lac tribe.
Family Shares Story Of Escaping From House Fire
Mother, Son and Dog Lose Home
One Duluth family escaped from a fire last week on Tioga Street. The family is happy to be alive, but they do have advice for others.
Family-Owned Tree Farm Preparing for Holidays
Hoffbauer Tree Farm is getting ready to cut nearly 1,200 trees
The holiday season is fast approaching, which means you will probably start seeing Christmas trees for sale in the next few weeks. Hoffbauer Tree Farm in Duluth is getting ready to cut nearly 1,200 trees from their farm to sell this season.
Northland Cubs and Indians Fans Enjoy Game 6, Eagerly Await Game 7
This historic World Series brought out fans and excitement all across the Northland. Fox 21 spoke to fans of the Cubs and Indians who enjoyed the game at Old Chicago in Duluth.
St. Louis County Public Health Offers Free Flu Shot Clinics
Free flu shots are being offered to those six months and older.
In an effort to combat the flu from spreading, the St. Louis County Public Health Department is hosting free flu shot clinics across Duluth.
Old World Meats Processing Venison
Complete Deer Processing Through Old World Meats
Old World Meats offers complete deer processing to help out hunters.
Hoops Brewing Set to Open in Canal Park
Hoops Brewing Will Offer more than 30 Different Beers
A very well known brewer is now putting his own name on a brand new brew house that is set to be built in Canal Park.
Bentleyville Preparations Continue as Opening Day Nears
Bentleyville Volunteers Bag and Tag Merchandise
Bentleyville starts on November 19th and many people don’t see or realize the work that goes on behind the scenes of the popular light festival.
Minnesota Firearm Deer Season Opens Saturday
Local Businesses Set Sights On Successful Season
This Saturday marks the start of the 2016 firearm deer season and the area is already beginning to get busy with people planning to bag that trophy deer, and local businesses are already setting their sights on another successful season.
Duck Hunters Rescued from Leech Lake
Early on Tuesday, November 1, 2016, around 6:20 a.m., the Cass County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report of a capsized boat with two adult male duck hunters in the water southeast of Battle Point.
More than Half a Million Cast Early Votes in Wisconsin
30% have come from Milwaukee and Dane counties
More than half a million voters have cast early absentee ballots in Wisconsin.
Arbitrator Rules Firing of K-9 Abusing Minnesota Deputy Not Justified
Decision determined that the sheriff's office "did not have just cause" to terminate Berry
A Ramsey County, Minnesota deputy pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after he was caught on security footage at Black Bear Casino, abusing his former K9 partner, will keep his job.
UW-Stout Student Dies After Weekend Assault
Died from injuries early Sunday
A student at the University of Wisconsin-Stout has died after he was injured in a weekend assault in Menomonie.
Minnesota State Highway Construction Projects Wrap Up
2016 road construction season comes to an end
Projects statewide are wrapping up, as the road constructions season of 2016 comes to a close.
