4th Street Road Renovation Plan Moves Forward
Fox 21’s Stef Manisero spoke with county engineers Thursday to discuss the construction plans for the roads on 4th Street.
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Racist Photo Sparks NAACP Conversation to ‘Move Past the Hate’
Duluth School Board Members, Superintendent Attend Meeting to Listen, Learn
A racist picture that went viral sparked a community conversation to move past the hate Thursday.
Hibbing Airport Project Making Headway
Iron Range Airport Project Update
Staying in Hibbing the Range Regional Airport terminal expansion project is in its second phase of construction
Hampton Inn Opens up in Hibbing
Phone is Ringing off the Hook for the New Hotel in Hibbing
This week the Hampton Inn officially opened its doors in Hibbing.
Hibbing Educator’s Termination Prompts Change
Committee Proposed to Inspire Change in Hibbing
After a yearlong investigation on assistant principal Jac Fleming the Hibbing School Board fired him after reports of discrimination against female students.
New Website, App Launched by National Geographic
Geotourism Highlights Most Recommended Places Throughout Region
A new geotourism website launched Thursday morning that highlights the most recommended places throughout the region.
State: About 1 in 17 Live Near Oil Train Routes in MN
State Officials Highlight Number of People Living Near MN Oil Train Routes
State transportation officials are highlighting the number of Minnesotans who live near oil train routes just as the Dayton administration is pushing for safety improvements.
Duluth’s Animal Allies Raises $8,000 for Sick Kittens
Fifteen Kittens on Strong Road to Recovery
In a Fox follow up, the 15 sick kittens at Animal Allies are on a strong road to recovery.
Authorities Search for Missing Sandstone Man
Authorities Ask for Help Finding Missing Sandstone Man
The Pine County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating Kenneth Scott Kleppen, 22, of Sandstone, MN.
Superior’s Mayoral Candidates Participate in Open Panel Discussion
Two Candidates Go Head to Head Before Election Day
Superior is in the final leg of its mayoral election season.
Pipe Trades Apprentices Compete in International Contest
8th Annual Apprenticeship Contest
Plumbers, welders and steamfitters all gathered to compete in the 8th annual apprenticeship contest.
Most of MN Now in Drought
Most of MN Now Officially in Drought
Most of Minnesota is now officially in drought.
Eight Lucky People Take Bike Class for Scholarship
Community Service in the Form of Bike Repair
Continental Ski and Bike is teaching a limited class, providing 8 lucky people the opportunity for a $40 community service scholarship
Bald Eagle Rescued in Duluth
After rescuing an injured eagle from the side of the road Tuesday, Wildwoods sent the bird to The Raptor Center in St. Paul in critical condition.
Duluth School District Not Changing Boundaries
Study Shows Enrollment Levels Are Stable
The Duluth School Board has learned it no longer needs to consider adjusting its elementary boundaries for the next school year
Carlton County Drug Court Celebrates Grand Opening
New Program to Offer Help for Those Suffering from Addiction
The Carlton County Drug Court celebrates  grand opening at the county courthouse.
Duluth Seeks New Federal Grant For Flood Victims
Owners Of Damaged Homes Encouraged To Report To City
The city of Duluth is calling on homeowners to help land a grant that could be between $1 million to $500 million.
Four Old Buildings to be Demolished in Tower
Harbor Dredging Project Sparks Development
What used to be a swampy area on Highway 169 is now a gateway to Lake Vermillion.
5-Year-Old Boy Hit by Car in Duluth
A five-year-old boy is recovering after he was hit by a car Wednesday.
Maritime Museum Gets Spruced Up in Twin Ports
Volunteers Clean Canal Park Attraction
About 20 volunteers took part in the Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center’s annual Spring Cleaning Day.
New Theatre Looking to Move to Superior
Twin Ports Stage Wants to Buy Dunbar in Superior
For more than a year the Twin Ports Stage has had its eye on buying and renovating the old Dunbar building on Tower Avenue.
Still Time to Help Northland Food Shelves
Efforts Underway to Help Out Food Shelves
There is still time to raise awareness and help locals who need help putting food on the table.
Duluth Police Search for Burglary Suspect
Police Trying to Catch Duluth Burglary Suspect
Duluth Police need your help finding a burglar who’s on the run.
Redevelopment Grant to Help London Road Project
$250,000 Grant Awarded to City of Duluth
The City of Duluth has won a grant to help redevelop the vacant site at 21st Avenue East and London Road.
Cook Co. Commissioners Show Support for Dairy Farm
Commissioners Back Farm in Grand Marais
Cook County commissioners are showing their support for the Lakeview Natural Dairy farm in Grand Marais which isn’t letting state agricultural inspectors on its property.
WI Governor’s Budget Would Eliminate Tourism Position
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center Employee in Danger
Governor Walker’s current budget proposal would eliminate the visitor services coordinator position at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.
Northland College Opens New Freshwater Center
Northland College Hires Journalist and Scientist to Co-Direct
A College in Northern Wisconsin has hired a journalist and research scientist to co-direct a new center dedicated to freshwater issues.
Homegrown Releases 2015 Schedule
Homegrown Releases Schedule for 2015
The Duluth Homegrown Music Festival Schedule of Bands, Events, and Venues for 2015 has been released to the public.
Dallas Seavey Wins 3rd Iditarod in 4 Years
Seavey Wins Iditarod for 3rd Time
Dallas Seavey has won his third Iditarod in the last four years, beating his father to the finish line in Nome early Wednesday after racing 1,000 miles across Alaska.
Kraft Recalls 242,000 Cases of Mac & Cheese
Kraft Recalls Macaroni & Cheese Cases
Kraft Foods is recalling 242,000 cases of original flavor Kraft Macaroni & Cheese because some of the boxes contain small pieces of metal.
Hanger Hits The Road: Wrenshall, Minn.
In this latest edition of Hanger Hits the Road, FOX 21’s Dan Hanger takes you to Wrenshall, Wis., where home-cooked meals are the thing.
Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday
It’s a milestone that most will never witness in their lifetime: watching a century year old veteran born on St. Patrick’s Day celebrate his birthday.
Outdoor Recreation Stores Pull Out Warm Weather Toys
Snowmobile Sales 'Okay' After Non-Snowy Winter
An early spring makes most of us jump for joy, but business owners that make their living selling winter toys are taking a big hit.
Four Rescued After Woman Falls Through Lake Superior
There were some tense moments out on Lake Superior Tuesday after authorities performed an ice rescue.
Security Jewelers Auctions Off Half-Marathon Entry For Good Cause
If you want to join in on the fun of Grandma’s Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon and didn’t get selected in the lottery, you still have a chance.
Students Learn Foreign Culture, Etiquette
4th Graders Leave Classroom to Practice Real-World Skills
Duluth students practiced their “please and thank yous” on Tuesday and learned which fork to use at meals.
Duluth Pack Partners with Target
Two Minnesota-based Companies Team Up
Duluth Pack has partnered with another Minnesota–based company.
Authentic Thai Cuisine Moving to Downtown Duluth
Sala Thai Restaurant Relocating
Sumlee, the owner and chef at Sala Thai, will be moving her authentic Thai cuisine to a new location at 114 West 1st street next to Coney Island.
Wade Stadium Ready for Baseball Season
After Undergoing Many Renovations, the New Turf is Ready for Play
FOX 21’s Stef Manisero takes us to the newly renovated Wade Stadium
Future Changes at Miller Hill Mall
Closing, Remodel and New Store at Mall
Wet Seal has already closed and the Deb clothing store will close soon.
Ship Contest Offers Trip to Duluth
Prize Package Includes Food, Tickets for Area Attractions
If you’ve got a knack for guessing things right, you could win a trip to Duluth.
Hayward Woman Makes Court Appearance on Homicide Charge
Hayward Woman in Court for Overdose Related Homicide
A 31 year old Hayward woman made an appearance in court Tuesday for first degree reckless homicide.
State Budget Would Cut Money for Port Projects
Port Cuts Raise Concerns for Shipping Season
Governor Walker’s proposed budget will cut funding to Wisconsin’s Harbor Assistance Program.
Report: Off Duty Cloquet Police Officer Drunk in Double Fatal Crash
Report: Alcohol in System of Off Duty Officer
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, a St. Louis County medical examiner’s report confirms alcohol was in the system of an off duty officer killed in a crash that also left a nurse dead.
DNA Helps Identify Victim in 1980 Homicide in MN
Victim of 1980 Homicide in MN Identified Through DNA
A murder victim has been identified as a result of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s (DPS/BCA) effort to learn the identities of Minnesota’s unidentified human remains.
WI Assembly Approves Speed Limit Increase
Speed Limit Increase Approved by WI Assembly
Wisconsin lawmakers have hit the gas pedal on a bill that would increase the maximum speed limit on some state highways and freeways.
Gov. Dayton Pitches $94M in Additional Tax Relief
Gov. Mark Dayton is pitching $94 million in additional tax relief as part of a revised budget that also would boost spending on preschool and college programs.
Wisconsin Senate Passes Bill to Ban Microbeads
Wisconsin is joining the nationwide push to ban a key plastic exfoliant in soap, toothpaste and other personal care products out of fear it’s leading to water pollution.
Wis. Senate Passes Bill Approving Liquor Samples
Headed to Gov. Walker's Desk
Mini-shots of hard alcohol could be offered to sample at Wisconsin liquor and grocery stores under a bill headed to Gov. Scott Walker for his consideration.
Ashland Teen Pleads Guilty to Killing Father
Teen Pleads Guilty to Killing Dad in Ashland Co.
A 15-year-old Ashland boy has pleaded guilty to killing his father.
