DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Fire Department responded to a house fire Wednesday night at 5814 Elinor Street. The fire department says it happened around 5:35 p.m. Upon arrival crews report finding that the fire started in a bedroom of the one and a half-story home. They say the door of that bedroom was closed which helped prevent the fire from…
SAGINAW, Minn. — A local correctional facility is giving back to the community by baking 1,000 pies over 2 days. Chum’s annual Rhubarb Festival is just a few days away. And the Northeast Regional Corrections Center helps out every year by making crisps, but this year they were happy to take on a new challenge of baking the signature pies…
DULUTH, MINN. — A Small plane crash Wednesday morning took the lives of two local men who were on board. The two victims have been identified as 60-year-old Bryan Handyside who lived near the crash site along Pequaywan Lake Road and 64-year-old Matthew Joseph of Duluth. Handyside was the pilot of the 1946 Aeronca Champ and had over 30 years…
FOX 21 Chief Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg and his wife, Jacque, welcomed a new addition to their family Wednesday morning. Micah Lee was born at 9:08 a.m. weighing in at 7 pounds, 6 ounces and 20 inches. Rusty said mom and daughter, Molly, are doing great. Molly is two years old now. And get this! She was born weighing 7 pounds,…
LITTLEFORK, Minn. — A fire broke out Wednesday at a longtime lumberyard in Littlfork. According to The Littlefork Times, piles of wood and woodchips caught fire around 1 p.m. at Green Forest Wood Products off Highway 71. The Littlefork Times Fire Chief Dan Wendt told the Times Wednesday evening that the flames stayed away from the nearby woods, according to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday was Duluth’s turn to set off on the annual torch run for Special Olympics Minnesota. Many people showed up today to support the great cause and while getting some exercise. After the torch arrived in the city from Lake County, today was Duluth’s turn to pass on the torch to Carlton County so it can continue…
Nigel Randel Blackburn DEER RIVER, Minn. — A St. Paul man is charged with murder after a man was found dead in a Deer River home earlier this month. Nigel Blackburn, 33, is charged with second-degree intentional murder. Court documents say he shot the unidentified victim at least five times in the head and body. The crime happened June 9…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Assembly on Wednesday is expected to pass a Republican-authored, bipartisan bill opposed by anti-abortion groups that would allow pharmacists to prescribe and dispense birth control. The GOP-controlled Assembly passed the measure with broad bipartisan support last session, but it died in the Senate. Its sponsor, Republican Rep. Joel Kitchens, has said he’s optimistic it…
UPDATE (June 21, 2:25 p.m.) — The people that died in a plane crash Wednesday morning north of Duluth have been identified. They are 60-year-old Bryan Handyside from unorganized township 54R13 and 64-year-old Matthew Joseph from Duluth. Both of them worked at Cirrus, but the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the airplane was privately owned. Handyside was piloting the…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – It will be hard to “shake it off” – the site of more than a half million people flooding Minneapolis between Friday and Saturday for Taylor Swift’s sold out concerts, plus a Pride festival and Kiwanis convention. Speaking on Wednesday before the festivities really ramp up, Minnepaolis Mayor Jacob Frey officially declared the city as “Swiftie-apolis” as an…
SUPERIOR, WI — For the second year, Superior is hosting Make Music Day; a global music celebration that happens on the summer solstice each year to bring people of all ages and skill levels together to make music. The event is put on with the help of Siggy’s Musical Garden Incorporated, a non-profit that’s all about supporting the local music…
(AP) — A Canadian military surveillance aircraft detected underwater noises as a massive operation searched early Wednesday in a remote part of the North Atlantic for a submersible that vanished while taking five people down to the wreck of the Titanic. A statement from the U.S. Coast Guard did not elaborate on what rescuers believed the noises could be, though it offered a…
SUPERIOR, WISC. — This Fourth of July would have marked 11 years of operation for the food truck known as Chow Haul. However, this year there won’t be a celebration on the anniversary. Last Saturday the truck crashed and burned. Chow Haul was on its way to an event at the 19th Hole on Saturday afternoon. But the truck never…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Chester Creek Concert Series is under way and bands are blasting tunes for everyone to hear. For the past 40 years the concerts have been rocking the park. Live music, food trucks and good vibes fill Chester Creek on Tuesdays during the summer, and the evening of June 20 was no different. The band ‘Listening party’…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament is put on by Never Surrender Inc. every year, to help raise money for those living with the disease. This year’s event was on June 2nd. Super One Foods also gave customers a chance to donate to the cause. In total they raised $32,500! Customers were able to donate by rounding…
HIBBING, Minn. — A tragic ATV accident near Hibbing this past weekend, which resulted in the death of a 4-year-old boy. Hibbing Police say they got word around 4:15 pm. on Saturday, June 17, in the area between Hull Rust Mine View and the Mesabi Trail. A 28-year-old man was driving the ATV with two boys, ages 4 and 7,…
PIKE LAKE, Minn. — Memories of COVID and the pandemic have started to fade a bit for many people. But for those in health care who lived it, it will always be part of them. On Tuesday it was a chance to thank St. Louis County Public Health employees, and the many, many volunteers who were part of Minnesota Responds….
DULUTH, Minn. — Chum’s annual Rhubarb Festival is happening Saturday, and they desperately need volunteers to make it happen. The festival is Chum’s biggest fundraiser, in order for them to continue serving those experiencing homelessness. Volunteers are needed for the set up and tear down of the event and there will be tents, grills, kid’s games, signs, and banners to…
(AP) — In a race against the clock on the high seas, an expanding international armada of ships and airplanes searched Tuesday for a submersible that vanished in the North Atlantic while taking five people down to the wreck of the Titanic. U.S. Coast Guard officials said the search covered 10,000 square miles (26,000 square kilometers) but turned up no sign…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s son Hunter will plead guilty to federal tax offenses but avoid prosecution on a separate gun charge in a deal with the Justice Department that likely spares him time behind bars. Hunter Biden, 53, will plead guilty to the misdemeanor tax offenses as part of an agreement made public Tuesday. The agreement will also avoid prosecution on…
DULUTH, Minn. — A free community presentation is set to take place for those battling cancer or who have a loved one on a cancer journey. “Navigating Cancer; Get to Know the Care Team” is taking place at the St. Louis County Depot on Tuesday, June 27 at 5:30 pm. On Tuesday, St. Luke’s Oncologist Dr. Anna Perelshteyn joined FOX21…
CLOQUET, Minn. –There’s a new food truck in the Northland and it’s bringing some home cooked meals on wheels to the Cloquet area. Junior’s backyard grill had their grand opening June 13th, and it came after a long time in the making. The team originally planned on opening a traditional restaurant, but eventually found themselves running one on wheels. “It’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — If dog parks are just too overwhelming for your dog, one Duluth dog training company is helping dogs manage their reactivity through group walks. Without competition between the canines, they are able to enjoy nature and new smells. Bold North Dog Training hosts group pack walks twice a week. These walks allow dogs to explore the outside…
DULUTH, Minn. — The runners’ aches and pains may still be lingering, but those who help put on Grandma’s Marathon are more than pleased with how everything went. The 47th running of the big race had good weather. And better than a strong wind at their back, was that also behind them were Covid and the lingering fears and baggage…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — For as long as it seemed it took for summer to get here, there are more signs it has finally arrived. One of those signs is some food in the ground getting ready to be harvested. That is the case at the Food Farm in Wrenshall. A certified organic farm, they deliver a variety of fresh food…
NORTHWEST WISCONSIN — A federal judge has ordered Enbridge to end operating the section of Line 5 in the Bad River Reservation within the next three years. Judge William Conley ruled the energy company has trespassed on the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ Reservation after easements for this section of pipeline expired in 2013. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — 160 kids are going home with free meals this weekend all because of the Union Gospel Mission. UGM has partnered with Project Joy this summer because they’ve realized kids get fed throughout the week through youth programs, but not the weekends. Project Joy gave them a donation of $17,500 to help get the program started. The prepared…
DULUTH, Minn. — Monday is Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. To honor the special day, the Lake Superior Zoo held a celebration. The zoo offered a reduced admission of $5 to visitors. The marketing manager says the zoo is celebrating more diverse holidays and observing Juneteenth is a natural fit with their values….
(AP) — A rescue operation was underway deep in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean on Monday in search of a submersible vessel that carries people to view the wreckage of the Titanic. The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia said the vessel was reported overdue around 9:13 p.m. Sunday, about 435 miles (700 kilometres) south of St….
DETROIT (AP) — Americans across the country this weekend celebrated Juneteenth, marking the relatively new national holiday with cookouts, parades and other gatherings as they commemorated the end of slavery after the Civil War. While many have treated the long holiday weekend as a reason for a party, others urged quiet reflection on America’s often violent and oppressive treatment of its Black…
Fire investigators believe a human caused a large wildfire within the Boundary Waters. The Spice Lake Wildfire is currently 22 acres and 65 percent contained. Spice Lake is located southwest of Seagull Lake, about 10 miles west of the Gunflint Trail. Sunday’s update showed fire activity “creeping and smoldering” in mixed timber and brush. Crews continue to fight the…
DULUTH, Minn. — One Duluth couple opened up a new spot in town, a coffee and game shop, which is a blend between two worlds. The Loch Café and Games held their grand opening today, which was a huge hit as people lined up for drinks and food. Even more people gathered to play some popular games like Dungeons and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The sound of fun filled a block for the 49th annual Juneteenth celebration in Duluth Sunday. Juneteenth is a day for remembrance, education and celebration of the day June 19th back in 1863 when over 250,000 slaves became free. Sunday was the day to honor historical event for African Americans as hundreds of people gathered to celebrate….
DULUTH, Minn. — Check out the following videos of snapshots taken during Grandma’s Marathon. The pictures are courtesy of Grandma’s Marathon and Marathon Moment. Categories: Health, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. – A busy exit ramp on southbound I-35 in Duluth is closing Monday. Minnesota Department of Transportation crews will be working to remove and reconstruct the 27th Avenue West southbound ramp. Work is expected to last 30 days. Crews will also be paving the southbound lanes adjacent to the ramp. Drivers needing to detour will follow southbound…
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is warning Taylor Swift fans in Minnesota of various ticket scams related to swift’s “Eras” tour, which comes to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Friday and Saturday Ellison said buying second-hand tickets online is risky. Scammers can easily screenshots of tickets that don’t exist. He said it’s best to buy tickets through a trustworthy…
Courtesy: St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office A northern Minnesota homeowner was hospitalized Saturday night after their lawnmower caught on fire inside a garage. It happened around 11 p.m. on the 8900 block of Highway 73, southwest of Cook. The homeowner’s burns to their arms are not believed to be life-threatening, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Categories: Minnesota,…
DULUTH, MINN. — Once the race was over, it was time to celebrate and the Bayfront Park was waiting for them. Many non-runners had already discovered the Bayfront festival which featured music throughout the day and into the night. Rock-A-Billy Revue took the stage first thing this morning at 9 am. They were the first of six bands scheduled to…
DULUTH, MINN -For most of the people in Duluth who were not running they were somewhere with an eye on the race. At the DECC they were cheering on racers, and spectators were enjoying bloody marys during the race. Overlooking Harbor Drive gave those watching a great view and the energy to encourage the runners as they ran by. One…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.–Excitement ran high on race-day, Saturday, with the Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon that kicked off at 5:50 a.m., a little more than an hour later it was time for the main show as the Grandma’s Marathon started at 7:30 a.m. Nearly 9,000 people would line up with the goal to complete Grandma’s Marathon. Each person with their own…
ELY, MINN. — First responders and law enforcement responded to a motorcycle crash just north of Ely on Friday. The 65-year-old driver reported that he lost control of the bike while he was trying to make a turn. The man was taken by ambulance to Bloomenseon Community Hospital before being transported to a Duluth hospital. While authorities were investigating that…
DULUTH, MINN. — One of Duluth’s oldest food trucks had a rough afternoon when it ended its day in a wreck Chow Haul has been in the area serving its food for more than a decade, it started in 2012. But this afternoon the truck apparently couldn’t stop as it came down Central Entrance. Witnesses say the truck went through…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — One class in Superior is teaching people how to sharpen hand tools. Bad Axe Tool Works is a company selling custom saws, and also providing seminars for those who use hand saws that are interested in sharpening their own. The founder of the company has over 15 years of experience. He says people are re-discovering the joy…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Grandma’s Marathon happening Saturday, Essentia Health is preparing for any possible injuries or emergencies that could happen. They have many medical tents set up. As well as ski patrol, EMT’s on bikes, multiple ambulances and first aid stations all around the course. This is to make sure runners don’t have to go far if they need…
DULUTH, Minn. –It’s crunch time if you’re still looking for that perfect father’s day gift, but there is a lot to choose from. One local company demonstrates its products to show gift options for you. The Duluth Kitchen Company has plenty of gifts, from sharp knives, to tons of sauces and spices. But for Father’s Day they are showing off…
If spaghetti and carb-loading aren’t your thing, how about just getting outside on a great day? Especially if you’re a kid. Or a parent who wants a kid to burn off some sugar. An event Friday at Bayfront was aimed at getting kids involved. Logically enough, it was hosted by the Young Athletes Foundation, or YAF. Kids could stretch their…
Something that always goes well before twenty-six miles of running, is twenty-six miles of spaghetti noodles. Visitors could start slurping their noodles and sauce at the DECC beginning at eleven Friday morning. There are many traditions associated with Grandma’s, and the pasta feed is just one of them. Meaghan Burns and her husband from Lino Lakes will be running. This…
CHISHOLM, Minn. — The Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm has a fun summer ahead as they are hosting concerts in their 1,600 seat amphitheater. The concerts continue Thursday night as Blackhawk with the Christopher David Hanson Band will be taking over the venue. Other acts later this year include Wild Horses and Hairball. The amphitheater is unique as it is…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department released a traffic advisory for Grandma’s Marathon on Saturday. Motorists can expect man road closures and traffic backups. Below is the press release from the police department: Saturday, June 17: Road Closures Scenic Highway 61, along Lake Superior from Duluth to Two Harbors, will close to traffic at 4:15 a.m. Scenic Highway 61,…
UPDATE (June 16, 2:40 p.m.) — The Minnesota State Patrol says it was a small single-engine aircraft that made an emergency landing on I-35. The airplane then stopped in the roadside ditch, landing safely. The state patrol says no injuries were reported and there was minor to no damage to the aircraft. ORIGINAL POST: BARNUM, Minn. — MnDOT has sent out…
