DULUTH, Minn. — It’s finally official. After a year on the job, the University of Minnesota-Duluth has sworn in their new chancellor. While it may not have been the first day on the job for UMD chancellor Charles Nies, the school’s official inauguration ceremony for the Hutchinson, MN native likely felt no less special. “Today, as we celebrate his leadership,…
DULUTH, Minn.– Tasha Hoskins of Duluth says, she was casually strolling the streets between Central and Grand Avenue on the night of September 1st. When out of nowhere, she was randomly attacked. She claims she was approached by 37-year-old Tasha Carlson of Duluth. The pair had no prior connections before the incident. “She drops the bike right by the trash…
DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth Campus has moved to a four-year program. Since it was founded in 1972, the Duluth campus has operated as a two-year program, with students transferring to the Twin Cities campus for their last two-years to finish their clinical training. Now starting this semester, students are able to stay at the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Ravin Crossbows in Superior has officially opened a pro shop that’s open to customers. Since its start in 2014, Ravin Crossbows has served customers through national dealers and an online website. After years of customers asking for a in-person store, the time has finally come. The store is located in Ravin’s production building where the crossbows are…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bridge to Health launched its survey to find out how healthy the Northland is. Households will be chosen at random to receive a survey asking about physical, mental, and cultural health in their area. Over 40 organizations across nine northern Minnesota counties and Douglas county in Wisconsin have joined to conduct the survey. “This year, we’re adding…
Representative Cal Warwas ST. PAUL, Minn. — House Republicans released their proposed school safety agenda yesterday. The proposal outlines how they plan to protect students in the classroom. They intend to get more school resource officers in school and look at security systems in place and upgrading them as needed through the SHIELD Act. “When you have security at schools,…
Camp House Fire (May 15, 2025) DULUTH, Min. – A Duluth man has been cited in connection with the Camp House Fire. It is believed the fire started from an unattended campfire. The fire started May 11, 2025, near Brimson. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources tells FOX21, “The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in coordination with the St….
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Three conservation officers have been recognized by the Minnesota DNR for their life-saving efforts, two of whom are local to our area. Officer Curtis Simonson of International Falls, Officer Corey Sura of the Remer area, and Officer Nick Baum of Park Rapids. All received lifesaving awards for their efforts over the last few months: Officer Simonson…
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Luke’s Foundation will host its 22nd annual Circle of Light Gala – Ribbons of Hope – on Friday, September 5, at 5:30 p.m. at the DECC. Proceeds will benefit St. Luke’s Cancer Care Fund, supporting comfort, dignity, and hope for patients facing cancer. St. Luke’s Foundation Executive Director Catherine Carter Huber joined Fox 21 live on…
DULUTH, Minn.– A Duluth woman is accused of randomly stabbing another woman in a city-owned park next to Laura MacArthur Elementary School, according to court documents. Tasha Lucille Carlson, 37, of Duluth, is charged with second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon. Court documents said the stabbing happened around 10 p.m. on Sept. 1 in Memorial Park, which is located at…
Dana Wood SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Police Department on Thursday night said they are investigating a stabbing that happened on Saturday, Aug. 30. Dana Wood, 35, of Superior is accused of stabbing a 38-year-old Michigan man multiple times, according to the Superior Police Department. The stabbing was reported around 9:15 p.m. in the 1600 block of Oakes Avenue. The…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – When a parent is driving, the most precious cargo is their children, and keeping them safe starts with proper car seats. The Superior Fire Department and Safe Kids Northeast Minnesota held their monthly car seat safety clinic earlier this evening. The program aims to teach parents and caregivers how to properly install car seats and learn what…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert formally proposed a 4.1 percent property tax levy increase for the city’s portion of the 2026 levy. He says new growth within the city will bring the percent down to an “inflation-only” 2.7 percent. Today’s announcement was made at the city council’s agenda session. This comes after the city administration earlier this spring…
DULUTH, Minn. — For the 4th year running, Ski Hut threw a party for a good cause. The ski shop and Chester Bowl hosted “Cheers to Chester” at Bent Paddle Sep. 4. This year the event, which is a part of park’s “Growing Up Chester” fundraising campaign, was being used to help gather donations in order to renovate and expand…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The pages have been turning at superior’s Foxes and Fireflies bookstore for one year now. The store got its origins when Superior Telegram reporter, Maria Lockwood, decided enough was enough. With the help of some grants, Superior finally opened its first bookstore in 17 years. ‘Foxes and Fireflies’ has a strong mission of local author support, and community…
Halestorm DULUTH, Min. – Halestorm will be performing September 27, 2025 at AMSOIL Arena. The Halestorm tour is supporting of their latest album release Everest. They are co-billed with Lindsey Stirling on this part of the tour. Lzzy and Lindsey had a big song together more than 10-years ago called “Shatter Me”. It went platinum, but it took this long…
DULUTH, Minn. – Back by popular demand, as the saying goes. The 2025-2026 season of Broadway at the DECC is a go. Season 2’s line-up includes The Book of Mormon, Hadestown, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, and the beloved classic, The Music Man. There will also be a seasonal performance with A Magical Cirque Christmas. Indiana-based promoter The Roberts…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Kirby Ballroom was full of local organizations for a Volunteer Fair. Put on by University Honors Student Association, UMD Engage, and the United Way, this fair helps students learn more about our community and make connections. Students could meet with dozens of organizations to find the right volunteer opportunities for them. “The whole point is to…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was a day of community on the UMD Campus starting with packing meals bags for young individuals facing food insecurity. UMD paired up with Project Joy to fill 400 bags. Students could fill a bag as they pass by. With less than a minute to finish a bag, it made a quick low commitment way for…
HIBBING, Minn. — A standoff with a man in Hibbing ended with his arrest According to officials Wednesday at around 3:15 p.m., police attempted to arrest a man with outstanding warrants in the 2400 block of 5th Avenue W in Hibbing. When officers made contact with the man, he fled and barricaded himself inside his garage. Officials say he then…
(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) ROSEVILLE, Min & DULUTH, Min. – The Powerball jackpot is an now estimated $1.7 billion for the Saturday, September 6, 2025 drawing after nobody won the latest jackpot. The winning Powerball numbers drawn on September 3, 2025 were 3, 16, 29, 61, 69 and the Powerball was 22. A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in Inver…
DULUTH, Minn. — A concrete truck has rolled over onto a car near the Damiano Center. According to Officials, at around 8:10 a.m., police responded to a concrete truck that had flipped near the corner of West 4th St and North 2nd Ave West. The truck was driving south on 2nd Avenue West and was unable to stop. Officials say…
State Auditor Julie Blaha SAINT PAUL, Minn. — State Auditor Julie Blaha has announced she will not seek re-election. In her announcement news release she said, “I’ve had the honor of serving as Minnesota’s State Auditor. My goals were to rebuild an office that was under attack and protect Minnesotans’ rights to make decisions in their local communities. I am proud to…
DULUTH, Minn. — A location of the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise is coming to Duluth. Auntie Anne’s is set to open in the Miller Hill Mall food court in Spring 2026. This follows other new openings in the mall, including Cinnabon, Windsor, and Perfumania, all opening in the fall. Categories: News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Oktoberfestival is back September 12–14, 2025, at Bayfront Festival Park. The celebration features German bier, Bavarian food, live music, games, and activities for all ages. Put on locally by Kern and Kompany, President Ryan Kern joined Fox 21 live on Thursday, Sept. 4, to talk more about the event and its authentic base. Recently named Minnesota’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert will be proposing a property tax levy increase of 4.1% for the city’s portion of the 2026 levy, a credible source inside city hall told FOX 21 Wednesday. But because there’s been new growth within the city, the 4.1% would actually end up being an inflation-only increase of 2.7% to property owners, according…
DULUTH, Minn. – UMD students met at the Land Lab for flax harvesting as part of a new research project called Book of the North. Dr. Krista Sue-Lo Twu, a professor of medieval studies at UMD, is leading the project. Dr.Twu is the recipient of the Imagine Chair Award, a $100,000 grant, which is funding the creation of a book….
DULUTH, Minn. — Opposition of the potential sale of Minnesota Power held a press conference today This is the latest response to the news of Minnesota Power and Allete’s potential acquisition by Global Infrastructure Partners, a BlackRock company, and C.P.P. Investments. The sale, which would take Minnesota Power off the publicly owned market, is seeing opposition from groups like The…
DULUTH, Minn.– School buses are back on the road, and a network of cameras is watching over drivers who break the law. All 30 Duluth school buses are equipped with surveillance cameras, ready to detect stop arm violation. That violation comes with a 500-dollar fine, and a misdemeanor on a driver’s record. Drivers could face a gross misdemeanor charge if…
DULUTH, Minn. — A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday to celebrate the new sports court at the Harbor Highlands Community Center. The basketball court received a major upgrade, and is designed to bring neighbors together. The Duluth Area Family YMCA and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Duluth (HRA) came together to make the court a reality. The court…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Wells Fargo downtown Duluth branch is set to close in December. Officials say that customers can continue to use the branch until 11 a.m. December 3, when they must switch to the Kenwood branch or other nearby locations. A statement sent to FOX21 by a Wells Fargo spokesperson regarding the closure stated: “Branches continue to play…
DULUTH, Minn. — An oil spill in Duluth harbor on Tuesday morning triggered a Coast Guard response and cleanup. The spill occurred at 11 a.m. Tuesday. According to Coast Guard officials, the diesel oil spill happened during a fuel transfer to a ship, where approximately 15-30 gallons of oil were spilled into the port. Officials say the area was…
Duluth City Council President Therese Tomanek handing the proclamation to Workforce Center Director Elena Foshay Mayor Roger Reinert officially proclaimed Sept. 3rd as Workforce Development Day in the City of Duluth. This day was chosen as a way to kick off Workforce Development month across Minnesota. The proclamation highlights the efforts of the Duluth Workforce Center also known as CareerForce….
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Vice President JD Vance planned to visit Minneapolis on Wednesday to meet with families and victims of a shooting at a Catholic church that killed two schoolchildren and injured 21 people. Security was heavy outside Annunciation Catholic Church ahead of the visit by Vance, who is Catholic, and second lady Usha Vance. The visit comes one week…
2 P.M. UPDATE — Crews responded to The Suites Hotel, finding low levels of chlorine gas leading to the discovery of a chlorine spill in a pool utility room. Officials say the spill has been cleaned and the building ventilated. As of 1:00 P.M., evacuees were allowed to return. All roads that were closed are now open. According to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nice Girls of the North will host their monthly craft show on Saturday, September 13, at the Spirit of the Lake Community Arts Center. Group president Theresa Hornstein joined FOX 21’s morning newscast Wednesday to share details about the event. Shoppers can browse a variety of handmade items, including jewelry, cards, home décor, hand-dyed yarn, candles, clothing,…
DEER RIVER, Minn. — Guns, drugs, and various exotic animals were seized by the Itasca County Sheriffs during the execution of a search warrant. The raid took place by authorities on August 27 at a Deer River home. The warrant was the result of an ongoing narcotics and illegal guns investigation. A 39-year-old man, from Nowthen, and a 34-year-old, from…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Today is the 80th anniversary of Victory Over Japan Day, marking the end of World War II. During World War II, the United States dropped an atomic bomb over Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Following this, Japan surrendered to the Allied powers, which became official on September 2, 1945, Today in Superior at the Richard I Bong museum, they…
DULUTH, Minn. — Since March, the Lake Superior Zoo has been home to a few new residents, and now, those residents are needing a little public support to ensure a comfortable future at the zoo. “We are trying to raise awareness for our “New Beginnings” campaign that is supporting our rescue.” said Lead Zookeeper Emily Perala. “Earlier this year, the…
St. Louis County DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Board has approved a 12.4 percent maximum property tax levy for 2026. A final vote will happen at the next board meeting Sept. 9 before a state-required deadline of the end of the month. The full budget will be voted on by the middle of December. Below is the full…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz plans to call a special legislative session to consider tougher gun laws following a shooting last week at a Catholic school in Minneapolis that left two children dead and 21 people injured. The Democrat told reporters Tuesday, after welcoming children back to a public school in the Minneapolis suburb of Eagan, that he’ll…
Duluth, Minn. — 6 students were displaced after a house fire in Duluth early Tuesday morning. According to fire officials, at 3:47 a.m. they received reports of a home on fire in the 600 block of Woodland Avenue. A crew from the UMD fire station was first on scene and was able to knock down the flames quickly. Officials say…
CAIRO (AP) — Sudan appealed for international aid on Tuesday after a landslide wiped out an entire village in western region of Darfur, killing an estimated 1,000 people in one of the deadliest natural disasters in the African country’s recent history. The village of Tarasin was “completely leveled to the ground,” the Sudan Liberation Movement-Army said as it…
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration violated federal law in the use of National Guard troops during Southern California immigration enforcement operations and accompanying protests, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday. Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco did not require the remaining troops to be withdrawn, however. He set his order to go into effect on…
Duluth, Minn- Apps such as Tik Tok, Instagram, and X (formally known as Twitter) are examples of social media platforms we easily get lost in. It’s easy to get distracted while doom scrolling for a couple of hours. Adults can tell the difference between skits and Artificial Intelligence, but young children may lack that skill. Child psychology specialist, Lauren Browender says,…
DULUTH, MINN- Superior resident Brinn Gordon is a multi-talented individual. During the day, they’re a bank teller. By night, they’re a DJ, rapper, and a drag performer. As a child, their family would either sing in choir or play instruments. They would watch music videos on the Black Entertainment Television and Music Television channels, that’s when they knew there was…
DULUTH, Minn.– Duluthians and politicians gathered Monday at Bayfront Festival Park to represent all things labor and union. Hotdogs, sides and fixings were dished out by volunteers and several union reps. Numerous musical groups accompanied the event, while everyone shared a meal. The crowd got to hear from several speakers, including Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Gov. Tim Walz. Both of…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A Labor Day stable returned to Cloquet on Sep. 1, as residents and car enthusiasts came out for the city’s annual car show. The cars were on the display from the morning into the early afternoon, and the event was free to enter for all the participants and their cars. While other people may choose to celebrate…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he’s awarding former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom, announcing the honor two days after his political ally was badly injured in a traffic accident. Trump in a statement on social media called Giuliani, who was heralded for his leadership following the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks but has…
DULUTH, Minn. – People gathered at Bent Paddle Brewing Company to participate in an inclusive ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ adventure, hosted by the Minneapolis‑based gaming collective, known as ‘Dragons, Dungeons and Drinks.’ The gaming collective is based in the Twin Cities and hosts approximately 2,000 adventures, with 150 game masters. Lately, they have expanded to other parts of the state, including…
