DULUTH, Minn. — All aboard!!! The Minnesota Free-Mo Modelers brought back the annual model train event to the Duluth Depot this weekend. Dozens of builders created their own designs to connect together to make a model railroad track that was 1:87 scale. From city-scapes to the country side the model had detail you could only see close up, from stop…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth is becoming the hub for movie filming with productions such as Iron Will and Merry Kisscam, now another one is taking the stage. Title One Films is working on a new movie called Nana’s Here. It is about a new mom and her husband dying unexpectedly and her husband’s estranged mother shows up with a motive…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Duluth broke ground on a new senior apartment project Friday. Skyridge Flats will be a 70 unit apartment complex for seniors 55 and up. The project will cost around 19 million dollars, with 14 million coming from Housing Infrastructure Bonds from Minnesota Housing. The rest is funded through the Duluth HRA…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance will host its annual Walk for Thought event on Saturday, Sept. 16 in Duluth and in the Twin Cities/New Brighton. Brain Injury Survivor and Walk for Thought Honoree Jon Wiggins shared his story of recovery on the FOX21 morning newscast. St. Luke’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit Admissions Coordinator Amanda Johnson also weighed in…
A Hibbing man who admitted to killing his girlfriend in 2022 will spend the next 8.5 years in prison for the crime In August, Eric James Jarvis, 47, pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in connection to the death of 43-year-old Kari Jo Petrich. Police arrested Jarvis in June of 2022 after he called 911 about the woman’s death. When police…
COTTON, Minn. — It’s peaceful at Camp Christopher. You can hear the wind as it whips through the trees. Crickets chirping in the grass. The river bubbling through the property. It’s a place and a time where you can clear your mind and let it wander as if on the wind. Camp Christopher has become a refuge of sorts for…
DULUTH, Minn. — Minnesota Senator Tina Smith held a hearing this week on the lack of housing nationwide and ways the housing situation could be improved. Smith is the Chair of the Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development. She says the housing shortage is not a new issue, it’s been happening and growing for the past 30 years. Smith…
Many excited Minnesota Vikings fans are making plans to watch Thursday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. And, because FOX21 broadcasts so many football games all season, we are being asked if we are going to air the Vikings/Eagles game. Unfortunately, the answer is no. But it’s not our choice! We are not allowed to broadcast the game. The NFL’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Being a foster parent can be difficult. Oftentimes, the caregivers need support, a break, or even just someone to talk with. That’s where Duluth-based “New Hope for Families” steps in to help. The non-profit started in 2019. It’s all about creating a supportive community for all adoptive and foster children and families. Thursday night, New Hope for…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 38th Annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest is set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, with a rain date of Sunday, Sept. 17. Chester Bowl Improvement Club Executive Director Dave Schaeffer joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the event and its purpose. Fall Fest is a regional…
MAHTOWA TOWNSHIP — One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash between a motorcycle and a car Wednesday night in Mahtowa Township. According to a press release, on Wednesday, September 13 at 9:10 PM, the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a two-vehicle crash between a motorcycle and a passenger car at the intersection of County Road 61…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s mayoral candidates were side-by-side Wednesday for their first candidate forum ahead of the general election Nov. 7. The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce and the Duluth News Tribune are behind the forum. The mayoral race between incumbent Emily Larson and Roger Reinert is clearly the top of the closely watched races in Duluth, among council and…
Wednesday, the public had a chance to hear from Duluth School Board candidates in their own forum. In the city-wide At-Large race, incumbent Alanna Oswald and challenger Stephanie Williams discussed their views. Both candidates said they support the school referendum directed toward technology investment as pandemic relief funds end. However, they disagreed on the use of School Resource Officers. Oswald…
DULUTH, Minn. — Teachers go above and beyond to ensure their students get the best education possible. In many cases, this means teachers spend their own money on supplies or additional teaching aids for their classroom and this can add up. Amanda Techek has been teaching for 14 years in a variety of roles and schools. On Tuesday, she picked…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Department of Defense on Tuesday awarded $20.6 million to developers of the proposed Talon nickel mine in Minnesota under a program to strengthen domestic supply chains for critical minerals. The defense funds will support prospecting work in Michigan and Minnesota, and follow a $114 million grant by the Department of Energy last year to help build Talon Metals’…
DULUTH, Minn. — Zeitgeist will hold its annual Spirit of the Times fundraiser on Superior Street in the form of a block-style party on Friday, September 15. Zeitgeist Executive Director Tony Cuneo joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the event and its purpose. Onsite will be live music and entertainment, local creative talent throughout the evening, unique…
DULUTH, Minn. — After years of trying, the Duluth Police department has officially been given the OK to purchase its own Armored Rescue Vehicle (ARV) instead of continuing to borrow Superior’s armored vehicle for the city’s most dangerous calls. The council voted 8-0 Monday night to approve Duluth Police Chief Mike Ceynowa to purchase the nearly $380,000 piece of equipment….
A Superior man has received the maximum sentence of 40 years in prison for murdering and dismembering his own friend. Jacob Johnson, 37, shot Ricky Balsimo Jr., 34, of St Paul multiple times while driving together in the Twin Cities. Court records said Balsimo was threatening other people in the vehicle with a knife before the shooting. Police said Johnson…
DULUTH, Minn. – Flash flooding Monday night in parts of Duluth sent piles of sand, dirt and other materials from nearby construction onto East Superior Street. Tuesday morning compared to Tuesday evening at First Avenue E. and Superior Street The National Weather Service said 2 to 6 inches of rain fell fast on parts of Duluth. All that water sent…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — Two farms in Wrenshall Minnesota have been growing cabbage for a Wisconsin based sauerkraut company for over a decade, and after the previous owners decided to step away from the business, the Minnesota farmers have now taken over the creation side of things as well. “Spirit Creek Farm was an existing business that was run by Andrew…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance is holding its 10th annual Light Duluth Teal Gala on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. Ovarian Cancer Survivor and Light Duluth Teal Gala Chair Kristine Greer joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the gala. The event also marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and will benefit MOCA’s ovarian cancer research and…
While lowered flags were a very visible way to remember 9/11 across the country, Monday in the Northland there was also a quieter, but just as serious way to honor those who died. Inside the DECC in Duluth, several groups came together and repeatedly climbed up and down the stairs. When they were finished, they had methodically covered the equivalent…
MINNESOTA — Memorial Blood Centers is encouraging the community to honor those who lost their lives on September 11 by donating blood. Memorial Blood Centers is calling Monday a day of service in remembrance of the tragedy 22 years ago. According to MBC, blood donations still have not returned to pre-pandemic levels. The blood supply currently stands at a 5-day…
On Monday, the United States and countries abroad will remember the tragic events of September 11th that killed almost 3,000 Americans 22 years ago. Gov. Tim Walz has ordered Flags at half-staff Monday in honor of September 11th. The order is in accordance with a proclamation issued by President Biden that all United States flags be flown at half-staff at…
A human-caused wildfire in Carlton County is now 98-percent contained, according to the Minnesota Incident Command System. Crews were working hot spots Sunday. Heavy machinery and firefighters continued to mop up hot areas of the 82-acre fire in Barnum near County Road 11. This comes after an infrared flight Saturday located hot spots that needed attention. All evacuation orders and…
CARLTON, Minn. — On the far edge of Carlton, Minnesota lies a farm and a vision. “The support from the community and friends it’s just incredible. Everybody’s just as excited as we are that we’re open again this year,” said Co-owner of Ru-Ridge Corn Maze Angela Line. Returning for their seventh year, Angela Line and her family are once again…
Carlton County, Minn. — In Carlton county, the sheriff’s office received a report of an accident involving both a vehicle and a train. This happened around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 9, on Lammi Road and Hwy 210 in Sawyer Township. According to the report, the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) train was traveling west bound. Meanwhile, 22-year-old Brock Hascall…
UPDATE (September 10, 5:53 a.m.) — Authorities have released the names of those involved in the fatal Floodwood crash from Saturday morning. Authorities responded to an automated 911 call from an iPhone, stating the owner had been in a severe crash. The crash happened on the curve near the 11500 block of HWY 8, near Floodwood, Minn. Upon arrival two…
CARLTON, Minn. — Saturday was Free Park Day in Minnesota which allowed the opportunity to get outside and explore nature. The Minnesota DNR is offering four Free Park Days throughout the year. Which allows free admission to all of Minnesota’s 75 state parks and recreation areas. The goal of Free Park Days is to encourage people to get outdoors. Saturday…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Harvest Festival returned to Bayfront Park Saturday and brought sustainability to the northland. The Harvest Festival is put on by the Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association. The goal of the festival is to promote local food production and agriculture, as well as building a healthier economy. There was a farmers market and an electric…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Lions Club hosted their 2nd annual Strides for Diabetes walk Saturday to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity in preventing the disease. Dozens of people took their own strides in the fight against diabetes by participating in the annual walk. Money raised from each of the walkers goes towards the Minnesota Lions Diabetes…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Denfeld Hunter’s home turf has a new name dedicated to two past football coaches. The former Public Schools Stadium is now Walt Hunting Stadium dedicated to the Hunters namesake. Coach Hunting led his team to five state championships and was inducted into the Minnesota Coaches Hall of Fame. The field also has a new name, Marv…
NORTHLAND — The City of Duluth and state DNR officials are urging residents to practice water conservation measures due to drought warning. The Lake Superior Watershed, which includes Duluth, Hermantown, Proctor and Rice Lake areas have entered the Drought Warning response phase, as described in the Minnesota Statewide Drought Plan. Residents are encouraged to be mindful of their water use…
(Updated September 8, 5:30 p.m.) — The three deaths at a Breezy Point townhouse have been ruled a double-murder and suicide, according to the Crow Wing County Attorney’s office. The two people murdered have been identified as 54-year-old Melanie Michele Jansen of Maple Grove, and her daughter, 29-year-old Hannah Nicole Parmenter of Elk River. The man who authorities say…
MINNESOTA — The Minnesota DNR is offering the community an opportunity to explore the outdoors for free. Free Park Day is Saturday. That includes free admission for everyone to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. The goal of the free day is to encourage people to spend time with family and get outside. For a list of all…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 2023 Lake Superior Harvest Festival returns on Saturday, Sept. 9 to Bayfront Festival Park. The Harvest Festival is a project of the Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association, and was founded as an educational outreach program aimed to showcase the local agricultural production of food throughout the Lake Superior region of northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. Festival…
Photo: AJ Hoffman/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service UPDATE (September 8, 2:15 p.m.) — The fire is more under control, the size is about ten acres larger than originally thought, and it may be a fire that could smolder for a while. That is the latest assessment from the Minnesota Interagency Information Center. The fire was 85% contained as of Friday…
Hundreds of workers at Northshore Mining in Babbitt and Silver Bay have voted to ratify a first-ever three-year contract with their employer, Cleveland Cliffs. The workers recently joined the United Steelworkers Union. USW District 11 Director Emil Ramirez said the agreement “includes a lump sum bonus, annual wage increases, enhanced protections for job security and improvements in occupational health and…
MAPLE, Wis. — The Governor visited Northwestern High School in Maple Thursday morning. He walked the halls, speaking with students, teachers and staff. He said he enjoyed being there and spoke about the seriousness of the teacher shortage. He noted that rural schools like Northwestern have at least one unique advantage on larger city schools. Rural schools tend to have…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Prior to an official launch on Oct. 1, Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) officials offered details on a program that intends to offer “drivers licenses for all,” regardless of current immigration status. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed legislation into law last March that was the culmination of a long-running campaign to give more than 80,000 undocumented immigrants…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 17th Annual Minnesota Mile will take participants on a 1-mile course along the scenic Skyline Parkway in Duluth on Friday, September 8. Grandma’s Marathon Public Relations & Marketing Director Zach Schneider joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the event and the fall running season. The race is an excellent option for participants of all…
BASS LAKE, Minn. — Wild weather Tuesday evening on the Iron Range created damaging winds that hit the Gilbert, Aurora and Hoyt Lakes region. Courtesy: Alicia Schroeder Powerlines came down, along with hundreds of trees, especially on Bass Lake – just southeast of Gilbert. The National Weather Service does not believe a tornado caused the damage. They believe it was…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. –The Wisconsin Secretary of State wants to correct myths and disinformation that have been circulating about what her office and local clerks can do. And can’t do. The first item Sarah Godlewski wants to clear up is that her office does not administer elections. But she is responsible for witnessing and validating both the certificate of votes for…
DULUTH, Minn. — University of Minnesota Duluth’s Natural Resources Research Institute is opening its doors to the public (Sept. 16) to highlight research focused on the future. NRRI Marketing & Communications Manager June Breneman joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to discuss current areas of integrated research aimed at challenges today. The open house is taking place Saturday, Sept.16 from…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Bethel is celebrating 150 years with a two-day event, featuring the third annual Concert for Recovery. Executive Director Dennis Cummings joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the gathering and its purpose. This event is in celebration of mental health and recovery from substance abuse disorders sponsored by the Bethel and supporters. It’s free…
SOLWAY TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A wildfire took over nearly two-dozen trees in Solway Township Tuesday. Fire Chief Brandon Porter said 20 large trees — mostly pine — started on fire around 12:45 p.m. The fire happened on the 4300 block of Caribou Lake Road on private land. Grand Lake and Hermantown fire departments responded as mutual aid, along with the…
HOYT LAKES, Minn. — Severe weather rolled through the Northland Tuesday, flooding streets and tearing down trees. That was especially the case in Hoyt Lakes. Click the video above for more. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather Blog, Weather in the News
The wildfire that had people scrambling near Barnum Monday night, continued to cause problems when the sun came up Tuesday morning. It all started in a swampy marshland area in Carlton County, southeast of Barnum. Fire crews from several communities responded on the ground to try and knock the fire out. Air equipment was also brought in, so that both…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local couple Isaac and Jennifer Hunt joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the making of two children’s books recently launched. “Snowy Halloween” and “The Yellow Dragon” are now available on Amazon & Barnes and Noble. The two have been working on a 3rd book which they plan to release in November. It’s called “The…
CLOQUET, Minn. –It’s a tradition in Carlton County and Cloquet to have a Labor Day parade. With the great weather today, the parade was very well attended. Scott Loons was one of many at the parade and explained why the parade is important to him. “Well, it’s a family tradition, bring the kids down, support labor. I’m in a union,…
