DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been 78 years since the United States dropped an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The Twin Ports Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons held an information gathering in Canal Park about the use of nuclear weapons. Those who gathered spoke about the devastation nuclear weapons can create for humans, agriculture, and the environment. Signatures…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new event at the DECC let hundreds of people answer the question, which is better, a cider or a seltzer drink? The very first year of the Cider vs Seltzer Fest was a success as over 600 people filled up cups of their favorite beverage. Dozens of local and national companies gave samples of popular ciders…
ESKO, Minn. — It was fun in the sun in Esko Saturday as the week long ‘Esko Fun Days’ wrapped up with a big celebration. After a year of planning this annual event drew hundreds of people. Fun days kicked off Tuesday as neighbors gathered for National Night Out. All five days of fun wrapped up Saturday with a 5k…
DULUTH, MINN.– Friday evening, the Duluth Fire Department responded to the report of two swimmers in distress in the 800 block of South Lake Avenue. Duluth Fire sent a water rescue response of three fire companies to access the swimmers. However, when they arrived they learned a visitor from Toronto has already assisted the two girls and they were all…
Duluth, Minn.– The Duluth Fire Department was on the scene of a fire at 128 E Locust St. in Duluth early Saturday morning. A caller told dispatch that they could see flames coming from the basement. When fire crews arrived they also saw flames coming from the basement window in front of the house. The homeowner told police he was…
DULUTH, Minn — A local Duluth business is finally ready to show off their creations after many years in the making. Foli is a company owned by two friends, who make clothing accessories for kids called Armzees and Thumbzees, which are stylish sleeves. One of the owner’s daughter was the inspiration for the idea. They hope kids use them to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The police and fire unions in Duluth have decided to make a joint endorsement in the mayoral race. In a video released on Fri. August 4, the police union’s vice president, and the fire union’s president said their members were endorsing Roger Reinert. FOX 21 first reported the unions’ independent and separate support two weeks ago. The…
Field Township, Minn. — A 6-year-old was hospitalized with serious injuries on Fri. August 4 after falling off of an ATV that had a pull behind brush mower attached. The accident happened around 1:50 pm on the 22-hundred block of North Burtness Road in Field Township, just north of Cook. According to a press release from the St. Louis County Sheriff’s…
PROCTOR, Minn. — The Midsummer Night of Mayhem started as a fun idea between friends, and it has now grown to become a crazy night people look forward to year round. “When we first started it, it started with a good idea with a few group of guys and it just got out to this big thing, and it just keeps…
DULUTH, Minn. — Second-degree murder charges along with two other felony charges have been filed against the men who allegedly fired the shots that killed 19-year-old Paris Allen and injured another in Duluth on Wednesday. The two men are identified as 21-year-old Sanussi Bangoura and 25-year-old Brandon Williams-Gillard. They each face the same three charges: Aid & Abet Murder…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Recreational marijuana became legal on Tuesday, Aug. 1, in Minnesota. The legislation allows Minnesotans 21 and older to possess and use certain amounts of cannabis and cannabis products. Aug. 1 marked the following steps in Minnesota’s legalization rollout: Full decriminalization, which allows for legal adult-use cannabis possession, consumption, and home grow. Labelers and retailers may begin selling cannabis seed Minnesota…
9 p.m. coverage of the fatal Duluth shootings: Duluth home hit by multiple bullets: UPDATE (August 4, 12:20 p.m.) — The Duluth Police Department have released the name of the 19-year-old man who died after being shot in Duluth on Wednesday. The name of the victim is Paris Allen, of Duluth. Duluth Police say their thoughts and prayers go out…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Saturday is the night where the buses hit the race track in Proctor to create some mayhem. The Midsummer Night of Mayhem is back at Halvor Lines Speedway this weekend. They get into all kinds of fun during the event, from the popular bus races, backward racing and a lot more. The racers are gearing for Saturday…
DULUTH, Minn. — Students from all over the northland gathered in Duluth Wednesday to learn all things medicine. It was the annual Scrubs Camp hosted by UMD’s Medical School and College of Pharmacy. High school students were introduced to all kinds of career opportunities in health sciences. They even got to check out lab equipment such as microscopes, surgery tools,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The former Treasurer for the Hermantown Parent Teacher Organization has been charged with seven felonies for allegedly stealing more than $100 thousand dollars. 43-year-old Trista Irene Swanson allegedly stole $103,017 between 2109 and 2022. Charges say she wrote checks to herself, used the PTO’s debit card, and made unauthorized personal purchases. The statement of probable cause states…
DULUTH, Minn. — Next Tuesday, the Duluth Primary Election will be taking place to finalize the candidates that will appear on the November general election ballot. Two mayoral candidates filed their Campaign Financial Reports that list contributions and expenditures through July. Roger Reinert’s campaign reports that it has raised nearly $47 thousand dollars. While current mayor Emily Larson’s campaign says…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth TMS offers an FDA approved, non-invasive way to treat depression when medications fall short. Firstly, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS therapy uses strong, magnetic pulses to stimulate a localized region of the brain. According to Duluth TMS, this creates a clinical benefit without medication side-effects. As Duluth TMS explained, healthy brain function then returns over the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Airport Authority is breaking ground on the first hangar built in 25 years. The 5 bay ranch hangar will be fully furnished and include heating. It is a $1.8 million project offering space to private aircraft owners or a coalition of owners. The executive director says it’s all part of their plan to support the…
Erik Reinertsen DULUTH, Minn. — An Esko man is accused of drinking and driving before hitting a motorcyclist on Lake Avenue over I-35 Saturday evening. The criminal complaint says Erik Reinertsen, 34, was driving his truck from Canal Park to the I-35 southbound ramp when he struck the motorcyclist who was thrown into a concrete barrier. The unidentified victim suffered…
DULUTH, Minn. – After purchasing the Electric Fetus building in downtown, Anchor’s End Tattoo says they’re excited to open. Anchor’s End opened downtown officially on Monday. Artists say that since the location became available, they thought about purchasing the space. But now getting to the point of opening, the Anchor’s End crew had to put in a lot of work…
FINLAND, Minn. — The Tori Finnish Marketplace & Music Fest is set to return to Finland MN Heritage Site on Sat. August 12 (10:00 am – 5:00 pm.) Finland MN Historical Society Executive Director Julie Luchsinger and featured event Duluth Goat Yoga Owner Angela Abernathy, along with her crew, joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the event…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Seven days after a violent road-rage attack of a 73-year-old man in Hermantown, the police department released its first news release Tuesday on the incident because the department says the investigation is now complete. Aug. 1 press release The release did not mention the suspect’s name, sex or age. It also did not say anything about the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Public Schools just made a $600,000 purchase that’s aimed to centralize the community and Duluth area schools. Duluth Public Schools just purchased the Duluth News Tribune building in downtown Duluth. Duluth Public Schools Superintendent John Magas says that they’re excited for the new space as it allows them to sell previous buildings that are currently used…
DULUTH, Minn.–Scattered around Duluth, first responders and the community gathered for National Night Out, celebrating neighborhood camaraderie and police-community partnerships. “I think we do a really good job at staying involved and connected to our community,” said Duluth Police Chief Mike Ceynowa. “Really glad to see all of our staff out here along with all of our community members, different…
DULUTH, MINN. — For the past five years, Craig Sutherland has been selling both CBD and THC products made from Hemp, at his stores in Duluth and Superior. Hemp-based products have been legal nationwide since 2018. Sutherland says Minnesota’s new marijuana law has caused some confusion for many of the people who visited his Duluth store on Tuesday. “Well, everyone thinks…
WHITE EARTH, Minn. (AP) — At least two tribal nations are expected to open Minnesota’s first recreational marijuana dispensaries in August as recreational marijuana becomes legal to possess and grow in the state on Tuesday. Following a council vote on Friday, the White Earth Nation in northwestern Minnesota legalized recreational cannabis and will begin selling it sometime in the first…
DULUTH, Minn. — “The big concern for us is the driving component of this, but we know people have utilized marijuana in the past while they were driving, even before it was legal to possess it,” said Chief Mike Ceynowa, Duluth Police Department. August 1st, Minnesota officially becomes the 23rd state to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and over….
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Adults in Minnesota can now legally possess and grow recreational marijuana. Here’s everything you need to know. Who can use marijuana in Minnesota? Adults 21 and older can possess and travel within Minnesota’s borders with 2 ounces of cannabis flower, 8 grams of concentrate, and 900 milligrams worth of THC-containing edible products (gummies, seltzers). Meanwhile, they can have 2 pounds of cannabis…
DULUTH, Minn. — We may not have lions and tigers, but we sure have black bears here in the northland. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources weighs in on how the species is doing this season, along with rates of human/bear conflict. “We thought we were in for quite a long summer for lots of human bear conflict,” said MN…
DULUTH, Minn. — By taking a casual stroll down Greysolon Ave. there’s a yard filled with sculptures that draw the eyes of neighbors and passersby.Behind these intricate sculptures, lies an artist who’s journey into the art world is anything other than ordinary. “Sometimes it’s like magic,” said Wilmer Roballo, the artist behind Duluth Driftwood Art. “Sometimes I feel the attraction…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department’s Marine 19 emergency vessel was dispatched Monday afternoon to help a person experiencing a medical emergency along Lake Superior. Marine 19 arriving into ship canal with patient The location was not easily accessible — about 1,000 yards east of Leif Erikson Park, according to a news release. Firefighters first arrived by the Rose…
DURAND TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A 13-year-old girl died while swimming in a lake about 10 miles north of Bemidji Sunday evening. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says the report came in at 5:02 p.m. of a missing girl in Lake Julia. Authorities say the girl had just removed her life jacket and was on the ladder of the pontoon before…
DULUTH, Minn.–If you’re looking for something to do on a lazy Sunday afternoon, the Duluth Depot was the spot to be. From chess, to puzzles, and even Settlers of Catan, people could play a board game of their choice and duke it out all for fun. Board games ranged from a variety of age levels, making this event perfect for…
CLOQUET, Minn.–Summer is the time for fresh fruit and vegetables. And if you’re a blueberry fan, the time has come to go ahead and pick your own at Blackbird and Blueberries in Cloquet. Saturday was the first day enough of the berries were ripe to have people get their fill. “It’s an annual rite of passage for some. I have…
DULUTH, Minn.–It’s been three years since visitors have been able to take a train journey along the St. Louis River on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad, also known as the Duluth River Train. Now that the pandemic has passed and the railroad has been able to lease an engine while their engine is in the shop–it was time for…
DULUTH, Minn.—“It’s a big deal. I feel honored that I get to participate and that our community has this new hospital. I’ve been treated very well here so I’m excited,” said first St. Mary’s Medical Center patient Bethany Johnson. After 4 years, Essentia’s Health opened St. Mary’s Medical Center is welcoming their patients over from their legacy building, with new…
COOK, Minn.–Early Sunday Morning just before 3 a.m., the St. Louis County 911 dispatchers were notified of a “severe crash” by Apple crash detection. First responders responded to the incident at the intersection of Vermillion Dr. and 2nd St. SE within the city limits of Cook, where a vehicle crashed after crossing over railroad tracks at high speed. According to…
DULUTH, Minn.–Just north of Duluth, another crash was reported Saturday involving a motorcyclist. At around 7:19 p.m., Pequaywan Area First Responders and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Volunteer Rescue Squad say that they were tipped via Apple crash detection of a crash on Pequaywan Lake Road. Upon arrival, first responders say that another motorists reported that he had come upon a…
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn.– A motorcyclist died in a crash Saturday night after a Ford turned and hit the motorists. The incident happened on Highway 2 near County Road 74 in Itasca County. According to authorities, a Harley Davidson driver was traveling westbound on Highway 2, when a Ford heading eastbound turned into County Road 74, striking the motorists who then…
UPDATE: Authorities have canceled the Amber Alert that was issued last night for a 2-year-old boy in Becker. The alert notified people of missing 2-year-old, Liam Henrikson, who was reported to have gone missing near highways 10 and 25 just before midnight Saturday night. According to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, the Becker Police Department was looking for…
DULUTH, Minn. — Soon you’ll be able to have a cup of coffee served alongside a feline companion. That’s right! Currently in the works is Duluth’s first cat café! Wired Whiskers Cat Café is hoping to open their doors this fall offering baked goods and coffee from local Duluth businesses like Positively Third Street Bakery and Kitty Town Coffee; all…
SUPERIOR, WI. — Bowfest 2023 is back in action at Mont Du Lac Resort in Superior. It’s the world’s largest outdoor archery & music festival, featuring; 3d archery, live music, a range of vendors, and the chance to meet hunting celebrities. The annual event brings in bow enthusiasts near and far. “if you like to shoot bow, whether you’re just…
DULUTH, MINN. — Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, The Finnish ambassador to the U.S., and a retired four-star general were in Duluth on Friday to speak at FinnFest at the DECC regarding European and American Security. A great deal of what was said during the panel discussion dealt with Finland becoming a part of NATO and the Russian history of invading…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A 73-year-old man is recovering from a concussion and bruises after his daughter said the man and his wife were randomly attacked in Hermantown earlier this week in a case of road rage. “My mom said she watched my dad’s head bounce off the concrete. And it was just the most scary situation I think she’s ever…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance says nearly 20,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year in the United States. “There are women in their 20s and 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s,” said Chickie Broman, Ovarian Cancer Survivor. “There are women that have families that have children, small children, there are women that, have careers, and they have to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The owner of Duluth’s Frost River Trading Company spoke out Wednesday about a federal lawsuit his company has filed against the filmmaker of “Indiana Jones 5,” claiming violation of federal trademark law. Image provided in the federal complaint In a federal lawsuit, Frost River claims the new Indiana Jones movie has some scenes where the star of…
DULUTH, MINN. — The Duluth Art Institute which has called the St. Louis County Depot home for nearly 50 years, may need to find a new location at the end of this year. The St. Louis County Board received a recommendation from its selection committee that the lease proposal for 2024, submitted by the Duluth Art Institute, not be accepted….
BALL CLUB, Minn. – The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was stabbed in Ball Club early Wednesday morning while another man showed up at the Deer River Emergency Room about an hour later with a gunshot wound. The first call for help came in around 4:03 a.m. from a citizen “requesting help for an adult male…
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (FOX 9) – A man has been sentenced for his role in the 2022 shooting inside the Nike store at the Mall of America that happened following a dispute that began at the checkout register. Shamar Alon Ramon Lark, 21, was charged with second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, intentional discharge of a firearm that endangers safety and carrying a pistol in…
MINNESOTA — Driving high is a DWI. That is what state agencies discussed Tuesday at a news conference regarding traffic safety ahead of the marijuana legalization on August 1st. Lawmakers approved new resources for impaired driving and cannabis traffic safety efforts. These include: If officers suspect someone is under the influence of drugs while driving, they have the option to…
