DULUTH, Minn.– Today, the Minnesota Nurses Association announced they have voted to authorize a strike. That involves more than 15,000 nurses statewide. It doesn’t trigger an immediate strike, but it gives union leaders the power to call for one if they choose. Union President Chris Rubesch made the announcement at a news conference. He listed a number of things…
DULUTH, Minn. – Two crashes. Two flipped vehicles in Duluth. They both happened mid-day on June 24, 2025. The first crash happened in the parking lot of the Center for American Indian Resources on W 4th Street. Duluth Police tell FOX21 an SUV crashed and rolled into the parking lot. The driver and passenger of the vehicle were transported to a…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The $1.5 billion sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves from Glen Taylor to an investment group led by e-commerce entrepreneur Marc Lore and former baseball star Alex Rodriguez gained NBA approval on Tuesday, finalizing a complex and contentious process more than four years after the deal was reached. The ownership transfer that Taylor tried to stop last year received an unanimous vote from the board…
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office has announced an inmate has died in their custody. The inmate was discovered unresponsive in their cell. At 9:35 AM on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 jailers called 911 for medial assistance. Life saving measures were immediately taken by jail staff and later by first responders. Those attempts were unsuccessful, and the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Aspirus St. Luke’s released a statement following Minnesota Nurses Association announcing the union had authorized a strike. They have not declared a strike, but the vote authorizes leadership to trigger a strike if they wish. The statement reads: Unfortunately, it appears that the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) has authorization to call a strike against Aspirus St. Luke’s…
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is warning people about a very convincing phone scam. They said there a “dangerous new scam going around”. The caller is pretending to represent a collection agency. They say the caller knows your name, Social Security number, current and past addresses, and even details about vehicles you’ve owned. The Sheriff’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Zenith City Radio is set to host its Annual Business Gala this Sunday, June 29, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Clyde Iron Works Event Center. The free, public event celebrates local businesses and honors community leaders. Creative Director and CEO Victor Martinez, along with President Solomon Witherspoon, joined FOX 21’s morning newscast on Tuesday to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) has announced their union members voted to authorize a strike. The announcement was following the Monday June 23, 2025 vote. A strike has not been called for at this point. The union did not release the voting tallies other than saying it was enough to authorize a strike. The vote was made…
DULUTH, Minn. – Members of the Minnesota Nurses Association vote for whether or not to authorize a strike. Members of the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) voted Monday over whether or not to authorize the union to strike. A vote ‘to authorize’ would allow the union to strike after giving a 10-day notice to hospital employers. Local members could cast their…
CLOQUET, Minn. – The Grow Your Own Shiitake Mushrooms Workshop was held at the Cloquet Public Library People met inside the library to learn about shiitake mushrooms and how to grow them at home through a hands-on demonstration from a local educator and mushroom grower. The demonstration taught attendees how to start a shiitake mushroom log, what supplies are…
DULUTH Minn. – Peregrine falcon chicks in Duluth and Cohasset are now sporting identification bands as they gear up to spread their wings. Seven Peregrine falcon chicks born at Minnesota Power’s Hibbard Renewable Energy Center and Boswell Energy Center were recently named and fitted with identification bands by experts from the Raptor Resource Project and volunteer employees at Minnesota Power….
DULUTH, Minn.– For the average person, going to the dentist for a routine root canal can feel like a big ordeal. But at the Lake Superior Zoo, a team got to perform a very special first ever procedure in the world for a very special bear. “You know, honestly, we love being able to pave the way and show new…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 17th annual Tee Up Fore Youth Golf Classic was held on Monday at Ridgeview Country Club. The yearly event is held by the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland. The golf classic is a significant fundraiser supporting the programs for kids across the Twin Ports and Iron Range. Golfers played in teams and put there…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” to be phased in over 24 hours. The U.S. president said on Truth Social that the ceasefire would bring an “Official END” to the war, a major change in the hostilities that follows a U.S. strike over…
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been found in new areas of Carlton County. Emerald Ash Borer in hand It was discovered near Holyoke, Sawyer, and Wrenshall. The MDA is enacting emergency quarantines in Carlton. The quarantine excludes the Fond du Lac Reservation. The quarantine limits the movement of…
Photo CourtesyMinnesota National Guard BRIMSON, Minn. — St. Louis County Assessors are going to start apprising property damage from the Jenkins Creek and Camp House fires. Staff are beginning the process in Brimson and Fairbanks Township today. They will be assessing and documenting the level of damage, which will be used to determine the percentage of value lost. Owners could…
Small Town Girl Poster HIBBING, Minn. — ‘Small Town Girl’ wrapped up its second week of filming last Friday. Filming was set to take only eighteen days. There was a one day delay due to storms, but other than that production is moving swiftly. The film is about a girl who goes missing and the town atmosphere following the disappearance….
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran says missile barrage on Qatar was same number as bombs used by US on nuclear sites, signaling desire to de-escalate. Iran launched a missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites. Witnesses reported seeing missiles in the skies, followed by explosions, but…
Storm damage in Kelsey, Minnesota DULUTH, Minn. – More than 5,600 residents in Cohasset, Minnesota were affected by power outages around 4:30 this morning. Meanwhile over in Kelsey, Minnesota some trees were downed by high winds. Similar reports of downed trees and powerlines have been reported across Itasca, Aitkin, and St. Louis Counties. Sawyer and Aitkin have also had reports…
HAYWARD, Wis. — The Musky Fest returned to Hayward, Wisconsin this past weekend, for its 75th year. The festival was started 75 years ago as a way to celebrate the town of Hayward’s fishing history, which includes the world record musky that inspired the name of the event. The multi-day festival draws in people from across the region. “I mean,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Generations Health Care Initiatives and Mindfulness Works are inviting community members to Midweek Mindfulness—a free guided meditation series on Wednesday’s at Gichi-ode’ Akiing Park in Duluth. Local yoga and meditation instructor Katrina Pierson, along with Jessie Peterson from Generations Health Care, appeared on Fox 21’s Monday morning newscast to discuss the importance of mindfulness and share details…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Severe storms rolled through the Northland overnight, painting a dramatic picture across the sky. One particularly striking moment was captured around 3:45 a.m. in Hermantown, where a powerful lightning bolt lit up the early morning darkness. Thanks to viewer Todd Carlin for sharing this incredible image of the lightning strike caught in action. Categories: Minnesota, News, News…
Courtesy: Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Tens of millions of people across the Midwest and East endured dangerously hot temperatures again on Sunday as a rare June heat wave that gripped much of the U.S. was expected to last well into this week. Most of the northeastern quadrant of the country from Minnesota to Maine was under some type…
DULUTH, Minn.– All volunteers for the big race are preparing for everything. And with the medical tents set up, they are no exception. Over 250 medical volunteers will participate for Grandma’s Marathon. Essentia Health is stocked up with cots, wheelchairs, air conditioning, and hydration stations. The ski patrol from Giant’s Ridge will also be stationed throughout the course to aid…
Today is the last day of prep before the big race tomorrow, and tourists are wasting no time checking out everything Duluth has to offer. “We’ve been pretty much gearing up for this is our busiest weekend of the whole year. So, it’s a lot of prep, heavy staffing, and just kind of getting ready for the party of the…
NASHWAUK, Minn. — On Thursday night, Mesabi Metallic’s welcomed more than 3-hundred 70 people to tour the progress on their new state-of-the-art mine and pellet plant in Nashwauk. Both community members and state lawmakers were invite to Mesabi Metallic’s open house and town hall. The new facility is Minnesota’s newest mine in nearly 50 years and the company has visions…
Burned area of Forest with smoking hot spots on the Camp House Fire. BRIMSON/FAIRBANKS TOWNSHIPS, Minn. — Next week the St. Louis County Assessor’s Department will start inspections of wildfire damaged properties by the Camp House and Jenkins Creek fires. Staff will begin their inspections to home and property owners in Brimson and Fairbanks Township to determine the estimated market…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the races kicking off today, thousands of runners were picking up their race packets. In addition, was an expo where runners could gear up before the races. Hundreds of volunteers were helping racers get set for the weekend. “It becomes sort of like a city holiday for the weekend and..” said Hallie Keiper, Volunteer, “I’ve…
DULUTH, Minn. — The annual Michelina’s Spaghetti Dinner kicked off at 11 this morning. Kitchen Staff and Volunteers have been working hard to prepare the feast. The all-you-can-eat event lets athletes’ carb up before the races. Even if you aren’t running, anyone can buy a ticket to the dinner and support the Grandmas Marathon. “Come on down and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Negotiations between the Minnesota Nurses Association and Aspirus-St. Luke’s have stalled, after MNA claims of Aspirus walking away from the bargaining table. At their final scheduled bargaining session, MNA claims their nurses were met, “not with compromise, but with cuts.” The nurses association then said Aspirus’ proposal would limit sick time, vacation, dental, and health coverage for…
DULUTH, Minn. — A longtime board member and a men’s event record holder are both receiving the honor of being two of this year’s Grandmas Marathon Hall of Fame inductees. Dave Malban, a founding board member, and Dominic Ondoro, a 2014 men’s record holder are this year’s Grandmas Hall of Famers. Malban was responsible for making Grandmas Marathon into the…
DULUTH, Minn. — In honor of Juneteenth, Benedictine Living Community held their first ever Juneteenth Chapel Service and Soul Food Celebration. Juneteenth is recognized as the day that ended slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued which freed black people throughout the country. Guest speakers with the NAACP spoke in front of seniors and…
DULUTH, Minn.– In a few short weeks, a longtime performer at Bayfront Park is gearing up to ‘Party in the Park’ once more. Alongside celebrating rock and roll, ‘Hairball’ is hitting a major milestone. For a quarter of a century, ‘Hairball’ has been rocking the nation. Getting their start at small bars, their band covers favorites such as ‘Motley Crue’…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tomorrow morning, thousands of runners will gather at the starting line for Grandma’s Marathon. Among them is Tony Loyd—a familiar face at the race—returning to the course with a new lung cancer diagnosis and a renewed perspective. On Friday morning, Tony was on the Fox 21 morning newscast to share his story of hope, resilience, and the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon weekend kicked off with the Essentia Health Fitness Expo. Runners and community members filled the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center to pick up race information packets, which include official race bibs and other essential race materials. The expo featured vendors and exhibitors highlighting the latest running and athletic gear, technology, and services, along with guest speakers…
DULUTH, Minn. – Eight writers, eight directors and 40 actors got together last Friday to create eight different sketches with Rubber Chicken Theater that were performed in front of a live audience within 24 hours. Common Cameo Dan Hanger FOX 21’s Dan Hanger was the common cameo for all sketches. It was a lot of dedication and a lot of…
DULUTH, Minn. – FOX 21’s Dan Hanger is inviting the public to his dog Brewster’s 15th Birthday Bash at Fitger’s Courtyard in Duluth on Tuesday, June 24. The fun will be part of A Place for Fido’s Doggy Yappy Hour from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The event is free an open to the public. Dogs are invited, too. The…
Duluth, Minn. – Duluth’s NAACP held its 51st annual Juneteenth Jamboree Today. Community members gathered at the Central Hillside Community Center and Park for an afternoon centered on honoring the historic significance of Juneteenth and celebrating freedom. The Jamboree featured music, free food, performances, and a variety of vendors. “Juneteenth, you know what I mean, is a nice celebration for…
DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth is in the beginning stages of getting public feedback on the future of Park Point’s recreational area at the end of the point. People met at the Lafayette Community Center to share ideas and thoughts regarding the future of Park Point’s recreational area at the end of the point. Duluth Parks and Recreation…
CHISHOLM, Minn. — A law enforcement source with close knowledge of the investigation told FOX 21 on Wednesday that a fatal domestic-related shooting in Chisholm Tuesday night was a result of murder-suicide. The shooting happened in the 100 block of 5th Street Northwest. The official said the killer shot the two victims before turning the gun on themselves. One victim…
DULUTH, Minn. – A man and woman from Minneapolis are charged in the fatal shooting of a Duluth man just blocks from the downtown area. Antonio Hendon | Amber Walker The shooting happened around 1:30 a.m. Sunday, June 15, at an apartment building at 117 East 3rd Street, which has been a block prone to violent crime over the past…
DULUTH, Minn. — New lifetime movie, ‘The Hockey Moms Revenge’, is being filmed locally. The movie is about two hockey moms who just want to see their son succeed. It comes to head at a big championship, and one mom has to win. “This is, of course, an exaggeration for the most part of you know, really, just parents who…
HIBBING, Minn. — Middle school students wrapped up a three day long Nitro-X Summer Camp by putting their skills to the test in RC car races. The camp allowed students to explore the transportation industry by learning about different jobs within the field. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
Duluth, Minn.– The 20-yearlong beloved rhubarb tradition for Duluth is right around the corner. And CHUM is excited to continue the traditions, both new and old. For this year’s ‘Rhubarb Festival’ celebration, it will take place at the Asbury United Methodist Church in West Duluth. Before the festival on June 28th, an official told FOX 21 an impressive 1,000…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Lake Superior Zoo Alaskan Coastal Brown Bear will become a ground breaker. Tundra, an Alaskan Coastal brown bear, will become the first bear in the world to have a metal crown placement. Dr. Grace Brown, board certified veterinary dentist, recently repaired a tooth for Tundra. Dr. Brown will be installing a talladium crown made by Scott…
BEAVER BAY, Minn. – The city of Beaver Bay is slated to have a new mayor effective July 7, 2025. Marcus Huss was selected to be the new mayor at the June 17 city council meeting. Previous mayor Tom Gmach is resigning due to a process issue with his election. The issue goes back to 2022. That’s when city leaders…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Cannabis Taxes in Minnesota are on the rise. They’re sitting at 10-percent now, but will go up to 15-percent on July 1, 2025. The 10-percent rate was from July 1. 2023 to June 30. 2025. All sales and purchases of taxable cannabis products are subject to the new tax rate. RELATED: Minnesota issues first cannabis…
MINNEAPOLIS – The Minneapolis VA Health Care System has announced a misprinting of lab results may have impacted as many as 500 Veterans in the Minneapolis VA Health Care System in May 2025. A news release said “On May 3, 2025, 1,130 patient lab result letters written directly through an automated patient record system failed to print due to a failed…
DULUTH, Minn. – Patty Salo Downs is retiring as executive director of the Marshall H. and Nellie Alworth Memorial Fund. She had held the role for nearly 19 years. Salo Downs helped the organization grant more than $26 million in scholarships to over 1,400 northern Minnesota high school students. She said, “Whether they’re participating in study abroad, installing a water distribution…
Issued for Herb-Quest LLC ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has issued the first cannabis business license in the state of Minnesota. It is going to Herb-Quest, LLC. Herb-Quest is a microbusiness located in Brook Park in Pine County. Its initial primary business activity will be outdoor cultivation of cannabis plants. OCM Interim Director Eric Taubel…
