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Gone! Minnesota Millionaire Raffle sells out in record time

ROSEVILLE, Min & DULUTH, Min. –  Minnesota Lottery’s Millionaire Raffle Sells Out in Record 14 Days — Fastest in Game’s History. Last year’s raffle sold out in 15 days. Each $10 ticket offers a chance at two $1 million prizes and thousands of additional cash prizes. The Minnesota Millionaire Raffle winning numbers will be announced on January 1, 2026. RELATED:…

Packers tight end Tucker Kraft has torn ACL and will miss remainder of the season

Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (85) runs against Carolina Panthers safety Nick Scott (21) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP) – Green Bay’s Tucker Kraft seemingly was on his way to putting together one of the most prolific seasons by any tight end in Packers history….

Diane Ladd, 3-time Oscar nominee, dies at 89

FILE – Actress Diane Ladd poses after she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, Nov. 1, 2010. OJAI, Calif. (AP) — Diane Ladd, the three-time Academy Award nominee whose roles ranged from the brash waitress in “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” to the protective mother in “Wild at Heart,” has died at 89. Ladd’s…

Rescuers work to reach worker trapped in medieval tower that partially collapsed in Rome

This combo of three pictures shows a cloud of debris from a second collapse surrounding firefighters who were trying to rescue a worker after a medieval tower near the Roman Forum partially collapsed during renovation work, in Rome, Italy, Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. ROME (AP) — Firefighters worked to rescue a worker trapped for hours beneath the rubble of a…

United Way Scholarship applications open

DULUTH, Minn. — Applications for the United Way of Northeastern MN. Youth United Scholarship are open. Submissions should answer the question, “what do you see as the biggest need or challenge in your community, and what are your thoughts on how UWNEMN or similar groups can meet that need or address that challenge?” The contest will award up to $10,000…

George Thorogood & The Destroyers coming to Duluth; The Robert Cray Band as special guest

GEORGE THOROGOOD & THE DESTROYERS: The Baddest Show On Earth Tour with special guests THE ROBERT CRAY BAND DULUTH, Min. – George Thorogood & The Destroyers have been “The All-American rock & roll party band” (Goldmine Magazine) for the past 5+ decades. They will be playing the DECC Symphony Hall Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 at 7:30PM. Their ‘The Baddest Show On Earth…

Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’ rulings required food aid program to continue

Dairy products, which are covered by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is displayed for sale at a grocery store Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. PROVIDENCE, R.I (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP after a pair of judges’ rulings required it to keep the food aid program running. It’s not clear…

Red Flag Warning issued across Northeastern Minnesota

DULUTH, Minn. — A Red Flag Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for several counties in Northeast Minnesota. The warning spans Aitkin, Carlton, Pine, and St. Louis counties today from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., due to extreme fire risk conditions. According to officials, A Red Flag Warning means the current weather conditions can cause fires can…

Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth announces run for Governor

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth announced in a video online Sunday that she’s running for Governor of Minnesota. Demuth has become the biggest name in the republican primary, which also includes Rep. Kristin Robbins, former state senator Scott Jensen, and former MMA fighter Brad Kohler, among others. Another big name set to enter the race…

Coffee Conversation: DECC expands its reach with national tours and productions

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is expanding its reach — bringing a wider variety of performances to the Northland, from local favorites like the Minnesota Ballet to national touring productions. This winter, Minnesota Ballet’s The Nutcracker: A Duluth Tale will return to Symphony Hall, with performances December 12 at 7 p.m. and December 13–14 at 3 p.m….

UMD Puts on Annual Fall Concert

DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD Symphonic Wind Ensemble and UMD Concert Band teamed up to perform their 68th annual fall concert at Weber Music Hall. The event serves as an opportunity for high school students, college students, adult groups, and professionals to come together to combine their talents to create this unique concert. Each year, the Director of Bands brings…

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Celebration And Dinner

DULUTH, MINN- The Duluth area chamber of commerce hosted their 155th annual Forging The Future event at the DECC tonight. Every year thirteen hundred leaders from the community come together to celebrate achievements and challenges from the past year. CEO of API group Russ Becker was a keynote at the dinner. He spoke about ways to grow the economy in middle…

UW-Superior Theatre Debuts “Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really”

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Superior Theatre Program has begun showcasing its first production of the 2025-2026 season. The play is a familiar name for audiences, though this time there will be a twist. “It’s called ‘Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really,’” said the show’s Assistant Director Andy Hill. “It’s kind of taking the original Dracula script, but it’s…

Scholarship Applications for the Bluebird Foundation Are Now Open

DULUTH, Minn. — Bluebird foundation Scholarship Applications are now open. Eleven $500 Scholarships are available to students grades 9-12, involved in theater, dance, music, or even culinary arts. In addition, the $2,500 Audrey Lundeen scholarship is open to high school seniors who plan to continue having their art be part of their college experience. Eligible applicants include students attending traditional,…

Alworth Scholarship applications set to open November 1

DULUTH, Minn. — Applications for the Marshall H. & Nellie Alworth Memorial Funds Alworth scholarship are set to open tomorrow. Offering $24,000 per student, the scholarship is open to those pursuing a 4-year degree in math, science, engineering, or medicine or an approved homeschool curriculum. “Scholarships like the Alworth are transformational. My academic and professional career started with a scholarship just…

Gov. Evers signs bill banning cellphone use in schools

  MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has signed a bipartisan bill that would ban cellphone use in schools. The bill, signed into law on Friday, requires public school boards to adopt policies that generally prohibit students from using cellphones during school. Certain exemptions can be made, such as using school-issued devices,  an emergency, students’ healthcare needs, or an individualized…

Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown

BOSTON (AP) — Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds during the government shutdown. The judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Island gave the administration leeway on whether to fund the program partially or in full for November. The rulings came…

Second Harvest, Essentia, and St Louis County Highlight Food Resources Available Amid Snap Freeze

DULUTH, Minn. — A press conference took place highlighting food resources available in the community and across the northland today. Essentia Health, Second Harvest Northland and St. Louis County gathered to share information and resources in the wake of the Snap Benefit freeze. Second Harvest is using resources available to strengthen their support of area food shelves and their programming….

Indictment filed for drug case tied to immigration raid in Hibbing

DULUTH, Min. – Arcadio Carrera Flores made is first appearance in Minnesota state court on October 31, 2025. He is facing charges of Felony 3rd Degree Sale of Narcotics and Gross Misdemeanor Possession of a Firearm by an Illegal Alien. It appears thought statements and timing, the investigation into Flores is tied to immigration raids in Northern Minnesota on October…

Hermantown high schooler to play in Under-18 Women’s Hockey World Championship

HERMANTOWN, Minn. —  A Hermantown high schooler will make an appearance this January in the International Ice Hockey Federation Under-18 Women’s World Championship. Taylee Manion will play as a defenseman for the Under-18 Women’s National Team in their upcoming season. SEE PREVIOUS: Mirage Defender Taylee Manion Named to U.S Under-18 Roster SEE PREVIOUS: Mirage Forward Taylee Manion Invited to U.S….

City of Duluth street maintenance gearing up for winter season

DULUTH, Minn.– Before you know it, the city of Duluth will be covered in a blanket of snow and ice. But before this happens, street maintenance workers still have their work cut out for them. “Right now, basically, we’ve wrapped up our construction season for the year. We’re still doing some spot repairs. We’re still doing some pothole patching. We’re…

Vandals Strike Northland Country Club — Again

DULUTH, Minn. — Vandals have struck again, for the third time, at Northland Country Club in Duluth. This time, a pick-up truck tore up the 14th green. A Ford truck was caught on surveillance video before or after heading onto the green Wednesday night and tearing it up with the truck’s tires. Northland Country Club is now offering a $1,000…

City Hall Hosts Trick-or-Treaters

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth City Hall is back hosting trick-or-treaters for its City Hall-oween event. City staff participated in decorating the offices throughout the building, which featured many themes, one being the Wizard of Oz, for the mayor’s office. The event serves as a safe place for children to come in costume and trick-or-treat from City Hall offices, as…

Superior Mayor Proposes Emergency Fund Plan During SNAP Pause

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The loss of SNAP funding because of the federal government shutdown has Superior Mayor Jim Paine proposing a plan to help residents who rely on the food-assistance program. With the city council’s approval, Mayor Paine wants to create a new $200,000 emergency fund. That money would come from the city’s Economic Development Fund and be used to…

“The Rambler” Food Truck Officially Retires

DULUTH, Minn. — After more than a decade in the Twin Ports, one of the area’s first-ever food trucks has officially retired. “The Rambler” and MidCoast Catering, the truck’s parent company, held a retirement party for the Twin Ports icon. Musical guests and free goodies supplied by MidCoast supported the main event, and with this being the final night to…

Voyageur Donuts Opens in Canal Park

DULUTH, Minn.– A new donut shop is opening Friday in Duluth’s Canal Park. Voyageur Donuts is located in the DeWitt-Seitz building. The savory business focuses on unique and local flavors, like a ‘Superior’ chocolate donut and a ‘Forager’ blueberry donut. Owner Dan Neff said he’s done his research. “Voyager Donuts is about the experience where life takes us and what…

Minnesota Legislative Exchange Program Building Bipartisan Bridges

DULUTH, Minn. — A new Legislative exchange program has been pairing up legislators across the aisle to learn more about each other and the districts they serve. Most recently, Republican Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar hosted Democratic Rep. Ned Carroll. Rep. Ned Carroll (D) and Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar (R) The pair visited with local leaders, toured industries, and spent time getting to…

What we know about the Northern Minnesota immigration raids

Two people detained at El Charro Mexican Bar and Grill in Hibbing, Minnesota (10/29/2025) DULUTH, Min.- There were at least three likely immigration-related actions around Northern Minnesota on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Here is what we know about them at this point. El Charro Mexican Bar and Grill, 2520 E Beltline, Hibbing: A FOX21 photographer happened to be getting lunch…

ICE makes first comments following Hibbing raids

HIBBING, Minn. —  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released a statement following the two raids in Hibbing on Wednesday. A spokesperson from ICE said that eight undocumented people were detained as part of the operation with the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force. The raids at El Charro Bar and Grill and La Tequila Taco Shop took place during…

ICE Raids 2 Mexican Restaurants in Hibbing, Detains Multiple People

The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office says a cocaine investigation alerted ICE to undocumented aliens

HIBBING, Minn. — New information was released Wednesday evening about two ICE raids in Hibbing earlier in the day involving two Mexican restaurants. A law enforcement official close to the investigation told FOX 21 that federal agents detained eight undocumented people, including the owner of the two restaurants. And the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said it all came to…

Trunk or Treaters Take on the Twin Ports

TWIN PORTS — Trunk or treaters didn’t have to search far to find a trunk or treating event on the evening of Oct. 29. From the Coppertop Church in Duluth to the Richard I. Bong Center in Superior, local businesses, families, and other community members came together to celebrate Halloween early with plenty of sweets and smiles. “It’s really important…

UMD Planetarium Hosts Spooktober Show

DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Duluth planetarium hosted its spooktacular show for all ages. The free event showcased a Halloween-themed interactive show in the full-dome theatre exploring spooky space, tables set up with activities, costumes, and, of course, lots of candy. Campus groups also joined in with hands-on fun, from laser-tag robots to Madagascar cockroaches. “We like to…

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers hosts healthcare roundtable discussion in Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers stopped by Superior on Wednesday to host a roundtable discussion. Governor Evers, alongside Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary Kirsten Johnson listened to community feedback about healthcare and the shutdown. The discussion focused on extending the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits to ensure healthcare is affordable and accessible in Wisconsin. The event…

SNAP Text scams showing up in Minnesota

COOK COUNTY, Min. – The Cook County Public Health department says there are SNAP text message scams going around. They say the Minnesota Department of Children Youth and Families has been alerted of the scam. This scam claims that all Minnesota residents qualify for emergency food relief. The text asks recipients to click a link to claim funds. Cook County…

‘Minnesota Monsters’ rebrand introduced to Duluth community

  DULUTH, Minn.– For the first time today, the Duluth community got to experience the rebranding of the former ‘Duluth Harbor Monsters’. Now renamed to ‘Minnesota Monsters’, they have received a new name, new logo, and a new head coach. With their new involvement with AFL league, it is projected to put them on the map. They’re expanding to nationwide…

Animal Allies highlighting pet safety during Halloween festivities

  DULUTH, Minn.– With scary festivities taking place this week, it’s important to make sure you’re not scaring your pets too much. With seemingly spooky factors such as doorbells, costumes, and decor, we’re told it’s important to take steps to keep pets safe. On Halloween, it’s recommended to keep dogs and cats indoors, get secure collars, and make sure they’re microchipped….

Hibbing Celebrates Groundbreaking on New Public Safety Building

HIBBING, Minn. — Hibbing celebrated the groundbreaking for their new Public Safety Building. The new building will house the Police and Fire departments together under one roof. This will increase communication between departments, reduce response times, and provide more space for training, equipment, and technology. “Response time is a matter of seconds in life or death, and any time you…

Former Auditor St. Louis County Don Dicklich passes away

Don Dicklich DULUTH, Min. – St. Louis County leaders have released statements on the passing of Don Dicklich. Dicklich served as St. Louis County Auditor/Treasurer for 14 years. He passed away earlier in Arizona. He moved there following his retirement in 2018. Dicklich was first appointed by the County Board to fill the role in 2004 following the retirement of the…

Coffee Conversation: Minnesota Monsters join AF1 & debut new coach/logo

DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Monsters are officially joining the new Arena Football One League, also known as AF1, and unveiling their new head coach and official team logo. Joining FOX 21 live in studio to share more about the big news were Jerry Kurz, CEO of the Arena League, and Steve Walters, General Manager of Minnesota Monsters. Categories: Coffee Conversation,…

Coffee Conversation: Time Arc Theatre Launches Season with “When Storms Come Calling”

SUPERIOR, WI. — Time Arc Theatre is opening its new season with When Storms Come Calling — a powerful blend of music and storytelling honoring the history and mystery of the Great Lakes. Written by Kathleen Laakso and composed by Bruce Nelson, the play explores 300 years of Great Lakes shipwrecks, from the Griffin in 1679 to the Edmund Fitzgerald…