Duluth Police, Fire Chief Positions Now Posted
A Public Opinion Survey Is Also Posted
The city of Duluth has officially posted the job openings for the city’s police chief and fire chief.
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UMD Girl’s Track and Cross Country Team Hosts Blood Drive
Athletes Work to Recruit Donors
The Women’s Track and Cross Country team for The University of Minnesota Duluth hosted a blood drive Monday, where they volunteered their time to recruit blood donors.
‘The Current’ Enters Duluth With Mayoral Proclamation
Now Streaming on 90.9 FM
“The Current” — a radio program on 90.9 FM — launched on Duluth airwaves Monday at 9 a.m.
Why Are The Iowa Caucuses So Important?
First Voting State in the 2016 Presidential Election Cycle
Iowa is one of the few states that hold caucuses, and though only a small fraction of the country’s population lives and votes there, the Iowa caucuses play a huge role in the nomination process.
Bayfront Ice Rink Closes
Ice Rink Closed Temporarily at Bayfront Park
The City of Duluth Parks and Recreation division is temporarily closing the Bayfront Family Center skating rink due to the unseasonably warm weather melting the ice and creating puddles on the rink.
Maurices Names New Tenant
Maurices Names New Tenant in Headquarters Space
Maurices, a Duluth-based retailer, announced Monday morning that it has secured a tenant for its new headquarters space at 425 W Superior Street in downtown Duluth.
DTA General Manager Speaks on New Center Opening
Coffee Conversation: New DTA Center to Open
For this week’s Coffee Conversation, DTA General Manager, Dennis Jensen, chatted with FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad about the new multi-million dollar center.
‘Corpse Flower’ Ready To Bloom
Get a whiff of this. A foul-smelling plant known as a “corpse flower” is expected to bloom soon at the University of Minnesota.
Gov. Dayton Hospitalized For Tests After Fainting
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton has been taken to a hospital for testing after fainting during an event in the Twin Cities suburb of Woodbury.
Patrick Boyle Running For Re-election To County Board
County Commissioner Patrick Boyle announced Sunday his campaign for re-election to the St. Louis County Board, 2nd District.
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Kicks Off
Hundreds Gather To Cheer The Teams On
Hundreds of people and their canine friends gathered in Two Harbors for the 32nd running of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon.
Duluth Brewery Moving Into Old ‘Last Place On Earth’ Building
Owners Hope To Open By Grandma's Marathon
The Blacklist Artisan Ales will be moving its brewery to 120 East Superior Street– more commonly known as the former home of Last Place On Earth.
Erik Simonson Receives A Big Campaign Endorsement
Senate Candidate Erik Simonson’s campaign get a big endorsement fromMinnesota State Senator Roger Reinert this morning.
Heating An Older Home
Older homes in Duluth are beautiful but the maintenance and up keep can get pricey.
Vet’s Check Dogs Running in the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
The Dogs Are Preparing to Run Almost 400 Miles
A health check for the dogs was held in Beaver Bay.
Opening Ceremony for the Sled Dog Marathon Held in Hermantown
Hundreds Gathered For the Ceremony
Hundreds of people filled the room for the opening ceremony of the North shore’s Iconic John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon.
Volunteer Joins the John Beargrease Marathon
For thirty-two years, the John Beargrease Marathon has been a race of skills, wits, and endurance.
Program Connects Homeless to Govt., Health Services
It might be easy for you to access healthcare, child care, and other basic services.
Shedding Some Light on the Iowa Caucuses
If You've Wondered What the Heck a Caucus Actually Is...
As the race for president heats up, candidates from both major parties have focused efforts on the Iowa caucuses.
Watersmeet Hotel Closed while it deals with Legionella Bacteria
A hotel at an Upper Peninsula casino remains closed after the discovery of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires Disease.
No Charges to be filed in Fatal Sheboygan Falls Fire
Authorities say they don’t expect to file charges against the parents of three young kids who died in a house fire in Sheboygan Falls.
Farnsworth announces Bid for House District 6A Seat
A second candidate has tossed their hat into the ring for the House District 6A seat left vacant by Representative Carly Melin.
Smaller Beargrease Race Ready to hit Trails
This year’s John Beargrease Sled Dog marathon will be a lot smaller than previous years.
Level III Sex Offender Relocates to Duluth
The Duluth Police Department is notifying the public of the release and relocation of a Level III sex offender.
World’s Largest Rubber Duck coming to Duluth Tall Ships Festival
The World’s Largest Rubber Duck will float into Duluth with the Tall Ships this August.
Third Child Dies after Sheboygan Falls House Fire
Authorities say a third child has died after a house fire in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin.
Minnesota Power gets Green Light for Camp Ripley Solar Project
Minnesota Power got the green light from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to move forward with a solar project at Camp Ripley in Little Falls, Minnesota.
Hockey Day Minnesota Schedule Announced
The schedule for the highly-anticipated Hockey Day Minnesota event in Duluth has been released.
UWS Scholarship Remembers NASA Shuttle Accident Victim
The University of Wisconsin–Superior has a scholar program named after the memory of Dr. Ronald McNair — an astronaut that was killed on the NASA space shuttle Challenger. The program held an event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the shuttle accident.
Madeline Island Ferry Still Chuggin’ This Winter
Even though it may be the end of January in Bayfield, the Madeline Island Ferry has not stopped and docked for the season.
Twins Caravan Makes Stop In Hayward
The Minnesota Twins Caravan stopped in Hayward Thursday. The caravan came fully loaded with players Joe Mauer, Bert Blyleven and Glen Perkins.
Jury Finds Kyham Dunn Not Guilty of Felony Murder
A jury has found Kyham Dunn not guilty of party to the crime of felony murder in connection to the shooting death of 20-year-old Garth Velin in Superior in September of 2014.
Struggling Hayward School Dist. Turns To Tax Payers
The Hayward School District is out of money and the only way out, officials say, is a referendum. The referendum will ask voters to approve nearly $3 million above the state-mandated operating revenue limit starting next school year and continuing for future years. This part of the money is to restore teachers and programs.
Jury Deliberating in Superior Murder Case
The fate of a man accused of party to the crime of felony murder now rests in the hands of the jury.
Local College, Sappi Paper Mill Awarded $350,000 Job Skills Grant
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College and Sappi Fine Paper received a grant for $350,000 from the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Program.
Military Changes Maternity Leave Policies
Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced a new maternity leave policy for the military, allotting twelve weeks paid leave for every branch.
Oakdale Police Officer Shot in Arm
A police officer was shot and wounded in Oakdale Thursday morning.
Bayfield Tourism Still Hurting From Soft Winter
Bayfield’s economy thrives off of tourism, and although its peak season is in the summer, tourists visit the ice caves and Apostle Islands when the lake freezes over. But this season has been a real damper.
Six Dead in Virginia Murder-Suicide
Six people are dead following an apparent murder-suicide in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Enjoy Nordic Skiing in Duluth This Weekend
Duluth Cross-Country Ski Club Talks with FOX Sunrise
Many Nordic ski events are happening in Duluth this weekend.
Duluth Mayor Announces Interim Police, Fire Chiefs
Duluth Mayor Emily Larson has announced who will fill the roles of interim Police and Fire Chief.
Work on Aerial Life Bridge to Begin Feb. 1
Traffic on the Aerial Lift Bridge will be restricted to one-lane two way traffic starting on February 1 as crews work to replace the wire ropes that raise and lower the bridge.
Study Ranks Minnesota Number One in Job Creation in the Nation
A new study has ranked Minnesota the number one state in the nation when it comes to job creation.
Duluth Fire Dept. Seeking Help Keeping Fire Hydrants Clear of Snow
The Duluth Fire Department and ComfortSystems are seeking the public’s help in keeping fire hydrants clear of snow.
Erik Simonson Won’t Seek Duluth Fire Chief Position
State Representative Erik Simonson announced Wednesday that he will not seek the position of Duluth’s next Fire Chief.
Police Investigating Burglary at Superior Business
The Superior Police Department is investigating a burglary at a local business that occurred in early January.
Report: New Housing Desperately Needed In Superior-Douglas Co.
Roughly 2,000 New Units By 2025
The city of Superior unveiled a comprehensive study on the city’s aging housing infrastructure and what it needs to do to keep up.
Suspect Arrested in Duluth Bank Robbery
Authorities have arrested a 45-year-old man in connection to a bank robbery in Lincoln Park Monday afternoon.
Elementary Students Celebrate Holocaust Remembrance With Projects
With Help of College Students, Fifth Graders Research WWII
Today is “Holocaust Remembrance Day,” and some elementary students in Superior have used the 71st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz to learn big lessons about the Second World War.
