CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The Clinton Volunteer Fire Department & EMS received thousands of cans of drinking water from Anheuser-Busch. Fire Capt. Eric Monson said the 2,352 canned waters will help first responders stay hydrated when they battle wildfires and other disasters. “This generous donation will significantly enhance our emergency response capabilities and ensure that we can better serve and…
DULUTH, Minn. — November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. More than 37 million Americans live with diabetes, which is nearly 1 in 4 adults. One of the conditions that can occur because of diabetes is foot ulcers. That’s where St. Lukes Hospital in Duluth comes into play. St. Luke’s Advanced Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center can help with the wound-healing…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the holidays closely approaching, homemade goods quickly start to fly off vendors tables. This is the third year that Glitterati hosted a Christmas craft and vendor show. More than 55 vendors filled the two floors at Clyde’s Malting Building. Soaps, sauces, hats, woodworking, and candles were few of the items for sale by local vendors. Something…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Community members from varying backgrounds placed rocks down in mourning at representatives Pete Stauber’s office door, calling for an end to violence in Israel. As the conflict in Israel only divides Muslims and Jewish communities further in the Middle East, a much different story is being told here in the Northland. Sunday afternoon, a local group of Jewish…
RED WING, Minn. — The Goodhue County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Brad Nagel. Nagel, age 57, was last heard from on Nov. 15 around 11:45 p.m. Nagel drives a 2005 Black Chevy Colorado with Minnesota license plate DLB-549. Nagel is an avid outdoorsman and investigators believe that he could have traveled anywhere in Minnesota…
FRIDLEY, Minn. — According to authorities, the search for a missing Fridley 12-year-old is now over. On Saturday, the Fridley Police Department requested public assistance in locating 12-year-old Corwin Panasuk. Panasuk left his home in Fridley around 5 p.m. on Nov. 14 and did not return. He was last spotted in the Blaine and Spring Lake Park area. Authorities canceled…
DULUTH, Minn. — Santa landed at Bentleyille Saturday night in a helicopter. Then it was time to turn on the lights, all 5 million of them. Thousands of people young and old were waiting to get into this holiday tradition to enjoy the wonder that is the 20th Anniversary of Bentleyville. Bentleyville is open each night from 5 pm to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Historical Society hosted a Native American Heritage Day Event to celebrate native authors. November is Native American Heritage Month, and the St. Louis Historical Society partnered with other groups to celebrate the month. One of those groups was the 1854 Treaty Authority, an organization that protects off-reservation hunting and fishing. Native American authors…
DULUTH, Minn. — At the Duluth Farmers Market the Holiday Spirit is in full swing, as the Hoffbauer Tree Farm is selling Christmas trees. Hoffbauer Farm has been selling trees at the Farmers Market for close to 20 years every holiday season. Trees aren’t the only Christmas greenery available, there is also wreaths and spruce pots. This year is also…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Depot is reminiscing on the history of Bentleyville as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. For the first time, the Depot will be displaying an exhibit dedicated to the history of Bentleyville. Old lights and artifacts are on display, including Santa’s original sleigh. The exhibit is free and will be open from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M….
DULUTH, Minn. — The holiday spirt was in the air Friday night as people watched and took part in the 65th annual Christmas City of the North Parade. The parade had floats, candy and plenty of holiday cheer. Watch and take a listen to the sights and sounds from this years festive parade. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Local shops in the northland took part in Pink Friday on November 17, a spin on the traditional Black Friday shopping experience, reminding people to shop small this holiday season. Liila Boutique, a women’s clothing and gift store located in the Lincoln Park Craft District, was one of the shops apart of the national trend. Each year,…
HIBBING, Minn. — One person is dead after a fatal car accident Thursday night on Highway 169 in Hibbing. According to Minnesota State Patrol, a 2022 International Straight Truck was traveling East on Grace Road across the Southbound lanes of Highway 169. A 2007 Toyota Prius was traveling South on Highway 169 when it came into contact with the straight…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. — A single vehicle accident has left one teen dead and another in critical condition. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says on Wednesday just before 7 p.m. responders and law enforcement reported to a crash near Orr. Authorities say the vehicle was traveling westbound on Nett Lake Road and had gone off the road, flipped, and…
Dozens of nonprofits and schools across the Northland are making an extra push for fundraising today. It’s the 15th Annual Give to the Max Day and thousands of organizations across Minnesota are looking for donations. These include the Duluth Children’s Museum, the Superior Hiking Trail Association, and Chum. One Northland organization is spreading awareness of the dangers of cold weather…
Duluth, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department and Voyageur Bus Company are working to inform and educate drivers about the importance of stopping for school buses when the lights are flashing and the stop sign is extended. On Wednesday morning an educational trip was made to see the problem first hand. When you see the yellow and red lights flashing…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Fiber Guild’s Annual Fiber Fair & Sale will return on November 18 to the First United Methodist Church (The Coppertop) in Duluth. Duluth Fiber Guild President Kit Sitter joined FOX21 on the morning newscast Thursday ahead of the event. The sale will feature items such as handwoven scarves, jewelry, garments, fiber for spinning, handspun yarn, holiday…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth woman has been charged in the death of a pit bull that Animal Allies said was the worst case of animal abuse they’ve ever seen. Rainna Korby Rainna Korby, 24, is charged with one felony count of animal torture. The criminal complaint says Korby knew of the dog’s deteriorating condition but did nothing about it….
DULUTH, Minn. — Two competitors from Denfeld High School Girls Swim & Dive will compete in Class A of the 2023 State Tournament November 16-18 at the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center. In the Section 7A standings, senior Liv Christner took 2nd place and will compete at state for the second year. Meanwhile, 10th grader Claire Roufs came in 4th…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a week since one of the most contentious mayoral races in Duluth’s history came to an end with Roger Reinert defeating incumbent Emily Larson. And now, leaders in the DFL Party who backed Larson are analyzing what went right and what went wrong. One of those people is Joel Sipress, former Duluth city councilor of…
DULUTH, Minn. — A little more than two weeks after Adam Johnson died after being cut by a skate blade, local police have arrested a man on suspicion of manslaughter. In a release issued by the South West Yorkshire Police Department today, the man arrested was not identified but remains in police custody. Local police opened an investigation into the…
Lovebug was a dog whose story captured the hearts and minds of the Duluth community. Starving and emaciated, he was brought to Animal Allies late Friday afternoon. A team of staffers there kicked into emergency mode. Lovebug being comforted Nichole Facciotto, Humane Education Manager for Animal Allies said, “His body temperature was so low we couldn’t even get a reading…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – If Superior Mayor Jim Paine has it his way, Minnesota Power and its partners will not be allowed to build a natural gas plant (Nemadji Trail Energy Center) near the Enbridge Energy Terminal and Cenovus Energy. “All this project will do is raise our utility rates, pollute our city, and desecrate a cemetery. I don’t know who…
The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office announced an arrest Monday evening in what investigators call “a severe animal neglect case.” The Sheriff’s Office posted on social media to say a pit bull named Gio was brought to Animal Allies barely clinging to life. And after attempts to save its life, Gio, who was also known as Lovebug, died. The suspect…
DULUTH, Minn. — What a glorious sun-filled day with the high temperature reaching the low 50s in Duluth. For many people that could mean only one thing – it was time to play golf again! Grand View Golf Link in Duluth heard that cry and has re-opened the course. With high temperatures later this week expected to reach the mid…
DULUTH, Minn. — “Dear Mom, Dad. and Annette” That’s how 18-year-old Allen Westerberg began his first letter home. It was the first of what would be more than 900 letters home that he wrote to his parents and sister during his time in the Navy during World War Two. Those letters would turn out to be a treasure trove for…
DULUTH, Minn. — Holiday shoppers were busy this weekend at the DECC as the Junior League of Duluth Festival of Trees returned for their 34th year. Over 170 vendors from across the Northland sold a variety of items between two floors of the DECC. Agates, clothing, books, and Christmas decor were just some of the items sold. Between packed Saturday…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — Forget the sheep’s wool, a local Alpaca farm opened a shop selling some homemade goods. AA Alpaca Farm and Store sells hats, gloves, socks, and sweaters which are all made from Alpaca fibers. Every May they shear their own Alpacas to fill up the shop on their property. “We’ve been working on this for quite a few…
DULTUH, Minn. — With Veterans Day Saturday, the West Duluth American Legion Post #71 had a celebration for military veterans and people currently serving. The legion recognized the sacrifices of those who have served by honoring them with a gun salute and a ceremonial playing of the song ‘Taps.’ “We are honoring all the military veterans today in honor of…
SILVER BAY, Minn. — “It’s been 48 years since the Edmund Fitzgerald underwent her final journey across Lake Superior, while the Edmund Fitzgerald is the best known shipwreck on Lake Superior, she was only the most recent to occur with the loss of life,” said Hayes Scriven, Split Rock Lighthouse Site Manager. On November 9th, 1975 The Edmund Fitzgerald left…
SILVER BAY, Minn. — November 10th, 1975 the Edmund Fitzgerald left it’s port in Superior, Wisconsin and began its journey towards Michigan. Now 48 years later the Spilt Rock Lighthouse beacon was lit up to honor the fallen crew. Hundreds of people gathered at the lighthouse to remember each of the 29 crew members that were killed during the sinking…
AURORA, Minn. — A house fire in Aurora Thursday night has claimed the lives of one man and three dogs. According to a press release, the blaze was reported around 6:30 at 17 West 6th Avenue North. Firefighters arrived to find the home fully engulfed in flames. Before fire crews arrived on scene, a nearby neighbor tried to enter the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The holidays are one of the two most difficult times for blood donations according to the American Red Cross and it’s also the time of the year that we honor America’s veterans and service members. So for the ninth straight year the Red Cross and UMD Athletics are teaming up to support our heroes in different ways….
Duluth, Minn. — A backpacker from Duluth spoke to students in Duluth today about how they can impact the environment. Emily Ford is passionate about introducing people to the outdoors in safe and healthy ways. She was the first woman to thru-hike Wisconsin’s 1,200-mile Ice Age Scenic Trail in winter.Youth in Action, a group focused on the positive change young people…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former President Donald Trump will stay on the Minnesota primary ballot after the state supreme court on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit seeking end his candidacy under a rarely-used constitutional provision that forbids those who “engaged in insurrection” from holding office. The Minnesota Supreme Court declined to become the first in history to use Section 3 of the 14th Amendment…
DULUTH, Minn. –Elections on Tuesday also included voting for three Duluth School Board seats as well as two referendum questions. The first question asked to refinance existing debt and make $2.6 million dollars available that could be used to augment the services that were added using pandemic money. That question passed with nearly 55% of the votes. The second question…
Superior, Wis. — Today was all about encouraging girls’ passion for math at UW-Superior. Girls from 15 different high schools spent the day exploring mathematics and career opportunities. They listened to speakers, explored jobs, and participated in workshops, all relating to math. Teaching Assistant Professor Heather Kahler said she hopes girls left the event feeling uplifted and open to new…
DULUTH, Minn. — Roger Reinert took to the podium Tuesday night to accept a win over incumbent Emily Larson for Duluth’s next mayor. Click the video above to listen to the speech as it was broadcast live on FOX 21. Click the video below to hear Reinert talk to FOX 21’s Maria Vollom after first learning he won the election. For…
DULUTH, Minn. — Incumbent Emily Larson conceded Tuesday evening shortly after 9 p.m. in the Duluth Mayoral race. Larson made her speech at Bent Paddle. She talked about her accomplishments over the past two years as the first female mayor in Duluth. A statement released late Tuesday from Larson reads: “When I took office, we faced tough challenges. Duluth had…
DULUTH, Minn. — The results below are from the Minnesota Secretary of States website. Mayor of Duluth (Vote for 1) Incumbent Emily Larson- 11,716, 39.99% Roger Reinert- 17,518, 59.88% Duluth City Council At Large (Vote up to 2) Arik Forsman- 17.527, 35.47% Jenna Yeakle- 9,428, 19.08% Miranda Pacheco- 8.150, 16.48% Lynn Marie Nephew- 14,134, 28.61% Duluth City Council District 1…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you’re in need of a good read the College of St. Scholastica is hosting their annual book sale this week. Book worms can find a wide selection of reads from health science, foreign language literature, fiction, and non-fiction. Most books are 25 cents, and they even offer a deal where you can purchase a bag for…
HIBBING, Minn. — Thousands of people made their way to Hibbing for the Celebration of Life for Adam Johnson, the Hibbing native who died in a freak accident while playing hockey in England. Not only were there thousands of people on hand to witness the celebration in person, but more than 4000 computers were tuned into the YouTube live stream…
DULUTH, Minn. – Overdose 911 calls in Duluth are outpacing all of 2022, according to 911 data, and the downtown parking ramp next to the Fond-du-Luth Casino is one of the prime spots for those overdose calls. On Monday, FOX 21 requested 911 overdose calls in St. Louis County for 2022 and so far this year. The data shows, 373…
UPDATE (Nov. 6, 1:12 p.m.) — The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office has announced missing 85-year-old Gerald Olson has been found safe. The Sheriff’s Office thanks the public for their help in the search. ORIGINAL POST: The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 85-year-old Gerald Olson. Olson “suffers from dementia and Alzheimer’s,” according to a…
DULUTH, Minn. — In a rare move by the Duluth Police Union, and just days before the Nov. 7 election, its members are calling out three Duluth city council candidates — Jenna Yeakle, Miranda Pacheco and Wendy Durrwachter. The union says the three candidates have “extreme views against public safety and law enforcement officers.” Below is the union’s full statement,…
DULUTH, Minn. – The General Election is two days away on Nov. 7, and Duluth mayoral candidates Emily Larson and Roger Reinert were out Sunday continuing to door knock for votes. Both candidates posted to their social media Sunday about the campaigns. Larson posted a video saying in part: “Hey everybody, it’s Emily. It is Sunday night and, why yes,…
DULUTH, Minn.- One week after the tragic on-ice accident resulting in the death of Adam Johnson, the UMD Men’s hockey team honored their former player before their first game since his passing. At AMSOIL Arena, the team held a seven-second moment of silence, as well as a final stick salute and a tribute video highlighting Johnson’s time with the Bulldogs….
DULUTH, Minn. – Just two days after Day of the Dead, All Souls Night celebrated both mourning and life at the Duluth Depot. “At this time of year, they say the veil is thin and that we can communicate words easily with our loved ones,” said Mary Plaster, the founder of All Souls Night. “But sixteen years ago, you were…
Courtesy: Northland FireWire BALKAN TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A mother and her son are being treated for severe burns after a propane tank exploded inside a cabin in Balkan Township. The accident was reported around 10:45 a.m. Sunday in the 11600 Block of Countryside Lane. Northland FireWire “Investigation of the incident revealed that a 20lb propane tank had been attached to…
6 p.m. update: The BCA released the following statement Sunday involving John Derrick’s disappearance: “***CANCELED*** The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office has canceled the missing person alert for John Derrick. He was located deceased. Thank you to everyone who assisted in locating him and for sharing the information.” The cause of death was not immediately released Sunday night, as of 6…
