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Bicyclist hit by truck in Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A person riding a bicycle was struck and killed by pickup truck in Superior. It happened of Friday, June 27, 2025 at nearly 4:00pm. The Superior Police Department says in a news release that Jamie Lee Perry, 48, of Superior died from injuries following the crash. Officers say the crash happened near the intersection of E. 2nd…

St. Louis County Assessor’s Dept. Tackling Brimson Wildfire Aftermath

BRIMSON, Minn.– A dedicated team in the Brimson area is conducting damage assessments, and re-assessments of over 130 properties affected by the fires. With these thorough inspections, they are determining overall property value. They’re taking pictures, updating systems, and putting together applications for property owners to apply for damage relief. That being said, many of the affected landowners already know…

53rd Annual Park Point Art Fair Returns

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend marked the 53rd annual Park Point art fair People gathered at the annual art fair held at the Park Point recreation area for a weekend of celebration. This lively event is the region’s longest-running art fair held outdoors, and it features food, live music, demonstrations, family activities, and a variety of handmade arts, ensuring something…

Female Stabbed To Death In Duluth’s Lincoln Park

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police are investigating after a female was stabbed to death Saturday evening. Around 7:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a stabbing that occurred in the 600 block of North 27th Avenue West. “Upon arrival, a female was located deceased with stab wounds. Lifesaving measures were attempted but unsuccessful,” according to a news release. The…

Giant Peanut on Wheels Rolls Into Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — The iconic PLANTERS NUTmobile, weighing the equivalent of 3 million peanuts, is hard to miss — and it’s making a stop in the Northland as part of its nationwide tour. “Everyone’s pretty shocked to see a 26-foot-long peanut on wheels driving down the road,” said Hudson Richie, one of three “Peanutters” traveling coast to coast. Richie and…

Duluth Public Schools respond to questions on 2023 Denfeld sexual assault Case

District says 'none of our school elevators have cameras' cites 'high cost' and prioritization of 'other critical safety and instructional needs'

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools says “none of our school elevators have cameras installed” in a response to charges filed against a former student for a 2023 sexual assault inside of an elevator at Denfeld High School. A representative for Duluth Public Schools, ISD 709, released a statement on Friday, following FOX 21’s reporting of charges filed for a…

Essentia responds to Minnesota Nurses Association strike notice

DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health says they received a notice of the Minnesota Nurses Association’s (MNA) intent to strike, starting July 8, 2025. Essentia says the strike notice is open-ended. A news release from Essentia stated, “The notice from the MNA comes on the heels of months of union delays and refusal to dedicate time with Essentia at the bargaining table.”…

Minnesota Nurses Association announce intent to strike

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) has announced nurses and other union members will strike at Duluth-area hospitals. The union said hospital acute care nurses at Essentia Health’s St. Mary’s Duluth Hospital, Miller-Dwan Hospital and St. Mary’s- Superior Hospital, and Aspirus Health St. Luke’s Hospital will be beginning their strike on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. Nurses…

Name of man found dead in St. Louis County jail revealed

DULUTH, Minn. – The person found dead in the St. Louis County Jail early Wednesday morning has been released. The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) says Keith Jrome Taylor, 56, of Duluth was the deceased person. The BCA’s preliminary investigation did not find any obvious signs of trauma on Taylor and his cause of death is pending. The BCA is leading…

Blue Heron Research Vessel Invites Public On Board

DULUTH, Minn. — On Friday, members of the community got a chance to explore the Blue Heron research vessel. Every summer the Large lakes Observatory hosts Science on Deck events. The events invite the public to explore and learn about the vessel, as well as interact with scientists and crew members. The Blue Heron assists scientists in various research activities,…

Coffee Conversation: 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney Returns to Pinehurst July 4

Cloquet, Minn. – The 6th annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament is set to return to Pinehurst Park in Cloquet on the Fourth of July. Organizer Paul Cameron joined FOX 21’s morning newscast to share more about the event. Teams are still welcome to register, and in past years, the tournament has drawn as many as 30 teams. Those interested in competing…

‘Right to Repair’ and alternative ordinance discussed at Special Meeting

CITY HALL – The ‘Right to Repair’ ballot initiative and an alternative suggested ordinance are read at a special meeting of the Duluth City Council. After petition signatures for the ‘Right to Repair’ ballot initiative were certified by the Duluth City Clerk’s office, the proposed ordinance is required to be read by the City Council at two separate meetings. The…

5th Annual Mentor North Summer Fest Fundraiser

SUPERIOR, Minn. – Mentor North held its 5th annual Summer Fest Fundraiser in support of its youth programs. People were invited to attend the Summer Fest Fundraiser at the Earth Rider Festival Grounds to raise money for Mentor North, a local non-profit that empowers youth through its youth programs across the Twin Ports. The event featured live music, food trucks,…

2023 Sexual Assault at Denfeld High School leads to Charges

DULUTH, Minn. – In 2023, a 15-year-old Denfeld High School student was sexually assaulted during school hours by another 18-year-old student, charges allege. A man has been charged for a 2023 sexual assault at Duluth Denfeld High School. Cameron Joseph Williams, 20, was an 18-year-old student at Denfeld when court documents allege he assaulted a then 15-year-old female student. According…

Birch Cove Recreation Beautification Project Completed

HOYT LAKES, Minn. — Hoyt Lakes celebrated completing their Birch Cove Recreation Beautification yesterday. They planted a ceremonial tree at the celebration. Attendees also got a tour of the improvements made. This project was funded by grant money from America in Bloom and other sponsors. The recreation area is open to visitors. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Free Museum Admission in Minnesota This Saturday

MINN. — Select museums across Minnesota will have free admission this Saturday. The area museums with free admission include Split Rock Lighthouse in Two Harbors, the Forest History Center in Grand Rapids, and Snake River Fur Post in Pine City. The Free Admission Day will be held four times a year, with the next dates including September 20th, January 10th,…

Brewster’s Birthday Bash Raises $2K For Animal Allies

DULUTH, Minn. — Brewster, Dan Hanger’s adopted dog, has turned 15!  The community celebrated his big milestone Tuesday in the Fitger’s Courtyard while raising money for Animal Allies Humane Society.  Around 200 people stopped by for Brewster’s Birthday Bash, and that included dogs! A Place For Fido, which is located in Fitger’s, helped organize the event during its Tuesday evening…

Superior man sworn-in to run federal waterway agency

Mike McCoshen (left) and his wife Julie McCoshen (middle) as he was officially sworn in as 12th Administrator of the Great Lake St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation by USDOT Deputy Assistant Secretary Keith Washington (right) WASHINGTON & SUPERIOR, Wisc. – J.M. (Mike) McCoshen has been sworn in as the twelfth Administrator of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Great Lakes St….

Hortman family to Lie in State

MINNESOTA — Tuesday morning governor Tim Walz announced Melissa and Mark Hortman will Lie in State Friday, in Saint Paul. They will be joined by their golden retriever, Gilbert. They were assassinated in their home two weekends ago. Hortman will be the first woman and one of fewer than 20 Minnesotans to Lie in State in the capitol. The rotunda…

Runway Arrest at Cloquet Airport

CLOQUET, Minn. – A man faces two misdemeanor charges following his arrest on the runway of the Cloquet Carlton County Airport on Sunday. At 9:50 a.m. on Sunday, Fond du Lac Police responded to the Cloquet Carlton County Airport following multiple calls about a man wandering around private hangers. When the 911 caller first encountered the man, later identified as…

Charges filed against driver in Lafayatte Tunnel Crash

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – A man is charged with a crash that left a road worker with life-threatening injured. Charges have been filed against the driver accused of crashing into a scissor lift inside the Lafayette Tunnel, leaving a road worker critically injured. Court documents show 34-year-old Patches Magickbeans of Hartland, Wisconsin, is charged with criminal vehicular operation and possession…

Minnesota Nurse’s Association Votes to Authorize a Strike

  DULUTH, Minn.– Today, the Minnesota Nurses Association announced they have voted to authorize a strike. That involves more than 15,000 nurses statewide. It doesn’t trigger an immediate strike, but it gives union leaders the power to call for one if they choose. Union President Chris Rubesch made the announcement at a news conference. He listed a number of things…

NBA Owners Unanimously Approve $1.5 Billion Sale of Minnesota Timberwolves, WNBA’s Lynx

The Timberwolves are planning an introductory news conference for Lore and Rodriguez next month in Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The $1.5 billion sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves from Glen Taylor to an investment group led by e-commerce entrepreneur Marc Lore and former baseball star Alex Rodriguez gained NBA approval on Tuesday, finalizing a complex and contentious process more than four years after the deal was reached. The ownership transfer that Taylor tried to stop last year received an unanimous vote from the board…

Death in St. Louis County Jail

  DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office has announced an inmate has died in their custody. The inmate was discovered unresponsive in their cell. At 9:35 AM on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 jailers called 911 for medial assistance. Life saving measures were immediately taken by jail staff and later by first responders. Those attempts were unsuccessful, and the…

Aspirus St. Luke’s responds to Minnesota Nurses Association strike vote

DULUTH, Minn. – Aspirus St. Luke’s released a statement following Minnesota Nurses Association announcing the union had authorized a strike. They have not declared a strike, but the vote authorizes leadership to trigger a strike if they wish. The statement reads: Unfortunately, it appears that the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) has authorization to call a strike against Aspirus St. Luke’s…

Sheriff’s Office: Convincing phone scam going around

  ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is warning people about a very convincing phone scam. They said there a “dangerous new scam going around”. The caller is pretending to represent a collection agency. They say the caller knows your name, Social Security number, current and past addresses, and even details about vehicles you’ve owned. The Sheriff’s…

Coffee Conversation: Zenith City Radio Gears Up for Annual Business Gal

DULUTH, Minn. — Zenith City Radio is set to host its Annual Business Gala this Sunday, June 29, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Clyde Iron Works Event Center. The free, public event celebrates local businesses and honors community leaders. Creative Director and CEO Victor Martinez, along with President Solomon Witherspoon, joined FOX 21’s morning newscast on Tuesday to…

Minnesota Nurses Association Votes on Strike Authorization

DULUTH, Minn. – Members of the Minnesota Nurses Association vote for whether or not to authorize a strike. Members of the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) voted Monday over whether or not to authorize the union to strike. A vote ‘to authorize’ would allow the union to strike after giving a 10-day notice to hospital employers. Local members could cast their…

Peregrine Falcon Chicks Receive Identification Bands

DULUTH Minn. – Peregrine falcon chicks in Duluth and Cohasset are now sporting identification bands as they gear up to spread their wings. Seven Peregrine falcon chicks born at Minnesota Power’s Hibbard Renewable Energy Center and Boswell Energy Center were recently named and fitted with identification bands by experts from the Raptor Resource Project and volunteer employees at Minnesota Power….

President Trump: Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire”

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” to be phased in over 24 hours. The U.S. president said on Truth Social that the ceasefire would bring an “Official END” to the war, a major change in the hostilities that follows a U.S. strike over…

Emerald Ash Borer found in new areas of Carlton County; Emergency quarantines enacted

CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been found in new areas of Carlton County. Emerald Ash Borer in hand It was discovered near Holyoke, Sawyer, and Wrenshall. The MDA is enacting emergency quarantines in Carlton. The quarantine excludes the Fond du Lac Reservation. The quarantine limits the movement of…

Damage Assessment Begins on Properties Affected by Brimson Fire Complex

Photo CourtesyMinnesota National Guard BRIMSON, Minn. — St. Louis County Assessors are going to start apprising property damage from the Jenkins Creek and Camp House fires. Staff are beginning the process in Brimson and Fairbanks Township today. They will be assessing and documenting the level of damage, which will be used to determine the percentage of value lost. Owners could…

Iran launches missile attack on US base in Qatar

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran says missile barrage on Qatar was same number as bombs used by US on nuclear sites, signaling desire to de-escalate. Iran launched a missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites. Witnesses reported seeing missiles in the skies, followed by explosions, but…

Severe Storms Bring Damage Across Northern Minnesota

Storm damage in Kelsey, Minnesota DULUTH, Minn. – More than 5,600 residents in Cohasset, Minnesota were affected by power outages around 4:30 this morning. Meanwhile over in Kelsey, Minnesota some trees were downed by high winds. Similar reports of downed trees and powerlines have been reported across Itasca, Aitkin, and St. Louis Counties. Sawyer and Aitkin have also had reports…

Hayward Musky Fest Returns for 75th Year

HAYWARD, Wis. — The Musky Fest returned to Hayward, Wisconsin this past weekend, for its 75th year. The festival was started 75 years ago as a way to celebrate the town of Hayward’s fishing history, which includes the world record musky that inspired the name of the event. The multi-day festival draws in people from across the region. “I mean,…

Coffee Conversation: Midweek Mindfulness Launches Free Meditation Series in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — Generations Health Care Initiatives and Mindfulness Works are inviting community members to Midweek Mindfulness—a free guided meditation series on Wednesday’s at Gichi-ode’ Akiing Park in Duluth. Local yoga and meditation instructor Katrina Pierson, along with Jessie Peterson from Generations Health Care, appeared on Fox 21’s Monday morning newscast to discuss the importance of mindfulness and share details…