ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — As feathers flew, Tim Walz accepted the symbolic presentation of a turkey Tuesday as he eases back into his duties as Minnesota’s governor following the Harris-Walz ticket’s defeat in the presidential election. Unlike the Minnesota-grown turkeys that President Joe Biden pardoned at the White House on Monday, Walz didn’t pardon this turkey, he said, “because in Minnesota we know…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — If turkey isn’t your preferred choice for Thanksgiving, why not try Chicken Wellington instead? Fox 21’s Maria Vollom joined Chef Chris to prepare the dish at Ledge Rock Grille ahead of the holiday. The restaurant will be hosting a Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 28, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Cooking Connection, Minnesota,…
Northland — The local musical duo North of Montgomery, featuring Ava and Kaleb, appeared live on Fox 21’s morning newscast on Tuesday, November 26, for an interview and performance. Stay connected with North of Montgomery on all social media platforms. Catch their next performance at SandRocks in Sandstone on December 5 at 6 PM. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News…
DULUTH, Minn. -A former youth pastor for Duluth’s Vineyard Church, was sentenced to 13 years in prison Monday, after entering a guilty plea earlier this month. Jackson Michael Gatlin, 36, of Duluth, was a former youth pastor for Vineyard Church, where he sexually assaulted five girls from the congregation. On Monday, Gatlin was sentenced to 13 years in prison in…
DULUTH, Minn.– For over a decade, CHUM has pitched in to help as many people as possible to make sure they have a Thanksgiving meal they deserve. For the season of giving, CHUM has prepared 100 Thanksgiving boxes filled with all of the essentials. There are favorites such as the turkey itself, stuffing, potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and even…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Chief Administrative Officer David Montgomery talked publicly Sunday for the first time since the Star Tribune broke the news Friday that a committee he appointed had chosen an Arizona firm to handle Duluth’s next multi-million-dollar tourism marketing contract – something Mayor Roger Reinert said earlier in the year should be handled by Duluth talent. “We feel…
VIRGINIA, Minn. – Prosecuting attorneys were largely silent, during an evidentiary hearing on Friday, while the defense continued their pursuit of a dismissal. All four charged members of the Iron Range Hells Angels and their supporters were present in the Virginia courtroom, for the joint hearing of members Anthony Debelak and Eric Newman, who is the only member still in…
CARLTON, Minn. — After weeks of suspense, close calls, and multiple failed capture attempts–Brad the sheep is finally back home in Carlton. Brad, the runaway sheep turned local celebrity, returned late Tuesday night, much to everyone’s relief. “I still feel like I’m processing it, but being here today is like “oh year, he’s safe, he’s fine, he doesn’t have to…
MINNESOTA — At least 15 people in Minnesota have been sickened by E. coli poisoning tied to a national recall of more than 167,000 pounds of potentially tainted ground beef, federal health officials said. Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. recalled the meat this week after Minnesota state agriculture officials reported multiple illnesses and found that a sample of the product tested positive…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local music legend Marvin Pomeroy recently underwent major surgery. Now, fellow musicians are rallying together for a benefit event this weekend to help raise funds for his recovery. On Friday, Musician Gina Lee was on the morning newscast to talk more about it. The benefit will be held this Sunday from 12 PM to 6 PM at…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– The Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce recognized and celebrated volunteers, members, and efforts of this year. Around 200 members gathered at today’s celebration got an overall look to the 2024 year — the successes from businesses in Hermantown, Proctor, Duluth, and Rice Lake. There are now 300 Chamber of Commerce members. A slide show recognized all of the…
DULUTH, Minn.– Today is Give to the Max Day, a day to highlight, and give it your all to local nonprofits. For 16 years now, Give to the Max Day has helped improve the quality of life of local communities. To make that happen, donations are made for Duluth nonprofits. Last year, Give to the Max raised 34.2 million dollars…
DULUTH, Minn. (Nov. 21) — The city of Duluth announced Thursday that a special selection committee has determined its finalist for Duluth’s next two-year tourism marketing contract. The top-scoring finalist will be announced at a committee of the whole meeting on Dec. 5 before the council makes a vote to deny or approve during the council meeting Dec. 9. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are bracing for an increase in expenses. To help us navigate this busy time without breaking the bank, Amanda Bruggman from Affinity Plus was on the morning newscast Thursday with some valuable advice. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — University of Minnesota Duluth’s Helping Hives Club hosted an event Wednesday, getting students thinking about pollinators. The “What’s the Buzz?” event educated students about how they can do their part to support local pollinator animals by native planting. The Helping Hives Club was also selling honey and beeswax wraps, with the funds going towards the campus apiary….
DULUTH, Minn.– It’s beginning to feel a lot like winter, and it’s never too early to prepare your car for the ice and snow. With the unpredictable Midwest winters, checking out your car’s tires and making sure they’re safe is crucial for a smooth winter. Discount Tire in Duluth is hard at work to help change tires seeing 24 cars…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — A $1.3 million dollar project is now complete for the City of Virginia. The Silver Lake Walking Trail initially started in 2019. The bridge was a multiple phase project all to create a different way to get to schools, parks, trails, and other areas in Downtown Virginia. Part of the idea is to reduce carbon footprint allowing…
MINNESOTA — The Minnesota DNR is introducing a new eagle camera, that will go live for the first time this Thursday. The new camera will feature a new breeding pair of eagles. The original camera will be in the area as well, occasionally seeing the previously featured pair that lost their nest in 2023. That same pair made a new…
DULUTH, Minn. — On December 6th, 23rd Veteran, a national nonprofit, will host its inaugural Winter Gala at the Greysolon Ballroom in Duluth to support military heroes living with trauma. Board Member Bryan Maslowski and Executive Assistant Sarah Herrick-Smisek joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Wednesday to talk more about the gala and its mission. The event, designed to…
A multi-county, multi-week search for Brad, the daring sheep on the run from city to city, came to a safe end Tuesday with one story to tell. Midway Township sighting Monday “Oh God. I don’t even feel like it’s real. I don’t think it’s real, but it is,” said Shana Roberts, a volunteer at the Lake County Humane Society in…
SANDSTONE, Minn.– Lately, there’s a lot to be excited about at the Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone. The Wildcat Sanctuary recently expanded from 80 acres to 200 acres, when they were able to buy 120 acres of additional land. The Wildcat Sanctuary does not have any plans for the new space. They are using the additional land as a buffer for…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nestled in the Lincoln Park Craft District, The Sleepy Sparrow is eager to open its doors, after a long process of refurbishing the space. “This building is the old VFW building. When I got this space, it was a hot mess. And we had to redo the ceilings, the floors. Everything that you see in here is…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — An event inspiring students to help make a change in their communities took place in Virginia on Monday. The Youth in Action group hosted its annual Make a Difference Conference. The mission of the event is all about educating young people to help through leadership, advocacy and service, all while making a positive change. Over 350 students…
DULUTH, Minn. — The holiday shopping season is here, and Apricot Lane Duluth is getting ready with three days of discounts: Pink Friday (11/22), Black Friday (11/29), and Small Business Saturday (11/30). Owner Wendy Meyers was on Fox 21’s morning newscast Tuesday to preview the upcoming events and discuss the importance of supporting small businesses during the holiday season. Stay…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Fire Department is investigating an explosion at a plant on Connor’s Point in Superior Monday night. Doorbell video from a home on Duluth’s Park Point captured multiple bursts of flames around 6:15 p.m. Mayor Jim Paine told FOX 21 that fire crews responded to a grain explosion at the Viterra Grain Elevator at 400 Main…
Midway Township sighting Monday MIDWAY TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The on-the-run Northland sheep known as Brad has been spotted again Monday – this time in Midway Township, just outside of Proctor where he was spotted on Sunday. Midway Township sighting Monday The Midway Township homeowners are in contact with Shana Roberts who works at the Two Harbors animal shelter and is…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – FOX 21 learned Monday that a decades-long manufacturing facility in Superior is shutting down. Barko Hydraulics is located on Banks Avenue. Employees found out Monday morning by mail that they are to not return to the office and are terminated Dec. 1. Barko President Justin Rupar said in the letter to employees that Superior’s operations are being…
DULUTH, Minn.– Over two dozen friends and family members gather two days later and turned the emotional get together into a car show, to celebrate his hobby, following the devastating loss of 19-year-old Tyriq Gordon. Tyriq died over the weekend in what authorities are believing to be a high-speed accident, off of West Skyline Parkway in Duluth. The day after…
DULUTH, Minn. — Our friends at FOX 9 in Minneapolis had some fun today talking about Brad, the missing sheep, that’s been on the run for at least two weeks now — from Two Harbors to Proctor. Click the video below to watch the segment with Anchor Amy Hockert and Senior Producer Amber Milner. Click here to watch FOX 21’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth mother is remembering her son, Tyriq Gordon, 19, who died over the weekend after his beloved Audi left West Skyline Parkway in what authorities believe was a high-speed accident. Tyriq celebrates 19th birthday Tyriq planned to celebrate his 20th birthday on Nov. 22. The one-vehicle accident happened around 1:15 a.m. Saturday on the 5-thousand block…
A missing sheep named Brad continues to be on the run in the Northland. 21st Avenue E. and Superior Street It was spotted in Proctor on Sunday, but rescue crews and the police were not able to catch him. Brad was also spotted in Hermantown and Duluth recently, including at 21st Avenue East and London Road. The sheep was first…
DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Duluth’s International Club hosted its annual “International Taste of UMD” event Saturday. Held at the United Hope Methodist Church near campus, the event had a buffet style line-up of food from across the world. Members of the International Club served up authentic dishes from their home countries. Cuisine from around a dozen…
CLOQUET, Minn. — The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa celebrated the opening of it’s new classroom on its farmland. The Band has a 36-acre farm located in Cloquet, which serves as a place dedicated to building tribal food sovereignty. Now, a new classroom has been opened on the land, which will used for teaching about food sovereignty,…
DULUTH, Min. — One person is dead after a single-vehicle accident early Saturday morning on West Skyline Parkway. Officers responded to the crash around 1:15 a.m. in the 5000 block of W. Skyline Parkways where they found the vehicle about 30 feet off the road, upside down and on fire. The single occupant, an adult male, was pronounced dead at…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Minnesota based organization hosted an event today, raising money for military veterans in a unique way. Veteran Resilience Project provides free trauma therapy and resources to current service members, veterans and military spouses. Friday the organization hosted the first annual ‘Sweats for Vets’ event, in which people hopped in saunas and cold plunges while raising money…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Public School District will be reducing their overall budget by 5 million dollars. There are several reasons for the 2025-2026 school year budget reduction. The end of federal pandemic relief funding, financial challenges, inflation, and rising special education costs are a few. Currently, state funds for education have increased 2 -3% each year. And the…
DULUTH, Minn.– A lot of purchases these days involve transactions through the internet. And with those exchanges, finding a safe place to meet up can be challenging. And to help with that uncertainty St Louis County, and the Duluth Police Department launched the new safe exchange area. It is located at the Duluth Public Safety building. It’s meant to…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Virginia Police Department is investigating a stabbing that took place early Friday morning. According to the press release, a man arrived at 4:12 a.m. to the Essentia Virginia Hospital with a stab wound to the abdomen. Authorities say the 33-year-old victim told law enforcement the suspect was a known acquaintance but did not provide much more…
HIBBING, Minn. — A 19-year-old man was killed after being struck by a vehicle while walking Thursday (November 14) night. The Minnesota State Patrol reports that the incident occurred at 10:07 p.m. when a Ford Edge, traveling northbound on Highway 169 near East 25th Street, struck a pedestrian walking eastbound. The victim, 19-year-old Dennis Anderson of Biscay, was pronounced dead…
DULUTH, Minn. – A taste of New York is coming to downtown Duluth. The Rocket Deli is under construction right now at the corner of East Superior Street and 2nd Avenue, in the former T-Icy Roll location and next to Blacklist Brewery. The windows were covered Wednesday with the deli’s menu, which includes Rueben, Italian and pastrami sandwiches, along with…
DULUTH, Minn.– Sofidel, the Italian paper company specializing in toilet paper, and tissue paper manufacturing took over the once vacant paper mill along I-35. The company is eager to breathe new life into this property. Sofidel decided to invest in Duluth because of two things. First, it was a new facility in terms of paper machine. And the second reason…
DULUTH, MN – The Junior League of Duluth is gearing up for its annual Festival of Trees, an arts, crafts, and gifts show set for this weekend at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC). Junior League of Duluth President Lauren Farden and Director of Community Patty Salo Downs were on the morning newscast Thursday to talk about the purpose of this…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior Brewing is celebrating its 30-year anniversary in style. One of Duluth’s longest running breweries is hosting different festivities each day this week. Opening back in 1994, Lake Superior Brewing serves up various drinks. Back in 2020 a couple took over the reigns of the brewery and have found success at a new location near Lester…
DULUTH, Minn.– A popular fast-food chicken restaurant will finally be opening its doors in Duluth on Nov. 14. A team of 120 workers are part of the Chick-Fil-A location in the Miller Hill Mall parking lot. The menu features signature chicken sandwiches, chicken nuggets, salads, and waffle fries. Chick-Fil-A will also be serving customers early in the morning. “So, we’re…
DULUTH, Minn.– Sofidel ,the paper company that took over the paper mill along I-35 is getting an expansion. Construction for 200-million-dollar project started two weeks ago. The former Verso building used to produce paper to make magazines, and newspapers. But now, with Sofidel, they switched over to tissue and toilet paper production. With the expansion, the company will get an…
SILVER BAY, Minn. — A year’s long dream to update William Kelley School in Silver Bay has finally come to fruition. Voters in the Lake Superior School District approved the $44.1 million district improvement plan back in 2021. Updates to learning tools, like interactive white boards, new science equipment and even general infrastructure improvement have been in the works ever…
E-mailed bomb threats have targeted more than half of Minnesota’s election offices since Nov. 8. St. Louis county has not been targeted, though, according to a county spokesperson Tuesday night. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon issued the following statement: “Threats of violence against election workers, aimed at disrupting our democracy, are absolutely unacceptable. Although election day is over, election…
DULUTH, Minn. — After three violent and random home invasions in Duluth last week, the suspect is now charged. Jeffery Scott Montana, 48, who also goes by the last name of Undahl, lives in the Gateway Tower on West Superior Street. Montana is accused of forcing himself into three homes between Nov. 4 and 6 – one in the 200…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after a 2023 home invasion and double-stabbing. Tristan Jade St. Clair, 24, broke into a residence in the 1200 block of West Arrowhead Road before he stabbed one victim in the chest and stabbed another victim at least 15 times in the chest, neck and face,…
DULUTH, Minn.– It’s never too early to start shopping for Christmas gifts and to consider donating them as well. Right now, shoppers at Twin Ports area Menards can donate new and unwrapped gifts for kids of all ages. At the Hermantown location, they’ve teamed up with Toyland Express this year. “I think it definitely gives a shot in the…
