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Traffic Advisories and Road Closures for 49th Annual Grandmas Marathon Weekend

  DULUTH, Minn. — With Grandmas Marathon just days away, detours and delays are expected across the city. Canal Park and the Downtown area east of Lake Avenue will see the heaviest impact within the city. Watch for No Parking signs, temporary signage, officials directing traffic, and barriers. For other race information visit GrandmasMarathon.com WEEKDAY PREPARATION ADVISORIES: Tuesday, the Northwest…

Multiday standoff in Sawyer County comes to an end

  UPDATE: The Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office says at 3:27 p.m. Monday they took the suspect into custody without further incident. The suspect is expected to face multiple felony charges. FOX21 will identify the suspect when they are formally charged. The Sheriff’ Office they will provide further information on what happened on Tuesday. ROUND LAKE, Wis. – The Sawyer County…

President to have “Golden Share” in future of Nippon Steel & U.S. Steel partnership

CALGARY, Alberta & DULUTH, Minn. – President Donald Trump would have unique influence over the operations of U.S. Steel under the terms of the investment being made by Nippon Steel. Administration officials over the past few days provided additional insight into the so-called golden share arrangement that the federal government made as a condition for supporting the partnership. US Steel…

Man accused of lawmaker assassination to face federal charges

Courtesy: Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office ST. PAUL, Minn. – The man accused of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another will be facing federal charges. The Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson, FBI Special Agent in Charge, Alvin M. Winston and BCA Superintendent Andrew Evans will be holding a news conference at in the late morning of Monday, June 16 to…

Man Suspected Of Shooting 2 Minnesota Lawmakers Caught

Courtesy: Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office BELLE PLAINE, Minn. (AP) — The man suspected of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another has been taken into custody, bringing an end to a massive, nearly two-day search that put the entire state on edge. Vance Boelter was arrested Sunday evening. Former Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were killed…

Gov. Walz Issues Statement On Arrest Of Murder Suspect Vance Boelter

Gov. Tim Walz released the following statement Sunday night on the arrest of Vance Boelter following the “assassination” of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and the “attempted assassination” of Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, according to the governor’s office: “After a two-day manhunt in which hundreds of law enforcement officials left their families to run…

Shootings of MN Lawmakers turn homes into Crime Scenes

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. – Shootings at the residences of two Minnesota lawmakers turn the homes into crime scenes. The homes of DFL Rep. Melissa Hortman in Brooklyn Park and Sen. John Hoffman in Champlin were turned into crime scenes after what authorities are calling targeted political shootings early Friday morning. Hortman, the former speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives,…

1 Dead, 2 Arrested After Overnight Shooting In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that took place early Sunday morning in the city’s Central Hillside neighborhood. The call for help came in around 1:30 a.m. in the 100 block of East 3rd Street. When officers arrived, they located a male with multiple gunshot wounds.  He was taken to a local hospital where…

Lincoln Park Celebrates Summer Fest

DULUTH, Minn. — Lincoln Park’s annual Summer Fest kicked off the start of the season on Saturday! The festival featured everything Lincoln Park has to offer, from live music, to vendors, food trucks, activities and more. It celebrated the community, local creativity, and summer fun. “This day has been a really great combination of both highlighting Lincoln Park businesses and,…

Search Continues for Suspect Connected to Shooting of 2 Minnesota Legislators

Senator John A. Hoffman and Rep. Melissa Hortman. This combo from photos provided by Minnesota Legislature shows from left, Senator John A. Hoffman and Rep. Melissa Hortman. (Minnesota Legislature via AP)Note: This is a developing news story. We will update as new information becomes available. BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (AP) — A man posing as a police officer shot and killed…

Community Leaders Mark Gun Violence Awareness Day in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — After recent gun violence in Minnesota, city leaders and gun safety advocates gathered in Central Hillside to discuss and reinforce gun safety measures. At the event, Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert declared June 3 to be gun violence awareness day in Duluth. Gun safety advocates and local law enforcement talked about the recent tragedy that happened in Hermantown…

Statements Reacting to Fatal Shooting of Former Minnesota House Speaker

Melissa Hortman (from her MN Legislature webpage)DULUTH, Minn: – A number of Northland elected officials, Minnesota government leaders, and various organizations have been releasing statements following the shooting death of former Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband. This shooting is currently under investigation, as well as the shooting of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and his wife,…

“No Kings Day” Protest Highlights Federal Opposition

DULUTH, Minn. — Hundreds of people in the Twin Ports protested against President Trump’s military parade over weekend in “No Kings Day” rallies. In Duluth, People peacefully gathered along Lake Ave. and Superior St. to show their opposition against the current administration. Like recent cuts from the federal government involving health care, the environment, and family assistance. Over 1,800 “No…

Hermantown PD find Two Deceased when responding to Domestic Violence Call

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Police find two people deceased inside a home, while responding to a domestic violence call. Two people were found deceased inside a home on the 4300 block of Midway Road Friday morning. A press release from the Hermantown Police Department said officers discovered the bodies when responding to the home for a “physical domestic violence call” around…

43rd Annual Park Point Rummage Sale Kicks Off

DULUTH, Minn. — Friday was the first day of the Park Point Rummage Sale, returning for the 43rd year. The annual event sees four miles of sales throughout the Park Point neighborhood. The sales allow residents to declutter and kick off the busy summer season, which includes Grandma’s Marathon and the Park Point Art Fair. While some people shop for…

Lincoln Park Farmers Market Starts

DULUTH, Minn. — The Lincoln Park Farmers Market is back for the summer! Thursday was opening day for the Lincoln Park Farmers Market at Harrison Park. The market featured local vendors selling food, crafts, health products, and other goods. This farmers market works with those participating in the SNAP benefits and the Power of Produce program to increase access to…

Glensheen’s Beer Garden Returns on Wednesdays

DULUTH, Minn. — Glensheen’s Beer Garden invites locals to enjoy and learn about local craft beers. Wednesday evening, the Beer Garden at Glensheen teamed up with Castle Danger Brewery to put on a family-friendly event featuring local craft beers, food from Bowlz and Thangz, and fun activities for all ages. The event featured a brew talk where breweries shared insights…

Signatures for ‘Right to Repair’ ballot initiative delivered to Duluth City Hall

CITY HALL – Duluth Tenants Union deliver signatures in support of their “Right to Repair” ballot initiative to the City Clerk. Nearly 6,000 signatures in support of the Duluth “Right to Repair” ballot initiative, were presented to the City Clerk’s office Thursday afternoon. The signatures were delivered by members of the Duluth Tenants Union, a group comprised of renters and…

Pine City group home Employee Kidnapped Resident he claimed was his Son – Charges

  PINE CITY, Minn. – A group home employee kidnaps a resident, fleeing police at high-speeds, charges allege.  An employee at a Pine City group home for vulnerable adults is accused of kidnapping a resident Tuesday morning, according to the criminal complaint. Dean Michael Simonson, 58, of Cambridge, is charged with kidnapping, first-degree burglary, and fleeing police in a motor…

Duluth City Councilor Mike Mayou to resign

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth City Councilor Mike Mayou has announced he will step down from the Duluth City Council at the end of June 2025. The resignation is pending the successful closing of his family’s home sale and  purchase of a new home. Mayou previously announced that he would not be running for re-election in November. In his announcement Mayou…

Brookston Community Center Biomass Heating Facility Finally Unveiled

BROOKSTON, Minn.– The Fond du Lac Reservation in Brookston is celebrating the completion of its newest biomass heating facility. The project has been a work in progress since 2011. And one official told FOX 21, this brought the opportunity to introduce updated technology. The biomass heating facility is now using woodchips from Fon du Lac Forestry to power its heat. “Well,…

Superior Lidgerwood Mundy Breaks ground on New Facility

  SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Lidgerwood Mundy broke ground at the location of their new facility today. The new facility was prompted by the Blatnik Bridge replacement project which required them to move out of the way. SLM manufactures a variety of products from winches to kitchen equipment. While being forced to move did seem inconvenient, the improvements the new…

Hospitals say union announced strike vote prior to presenting full plans

DULUTH, Minn. & ST. PAUL, Minn. – Wednesday afternoon (June 11) the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) announced that they will hold an Unfair Labor Practice strike vote. The strike vote will be on Monday, June 23. Chris Rubesch an RN at Essentia Health and President of the Minnesota Nurses Association said in a statement, ““Given the egregious unfair labor practices…

Coffee Conversation: The Chicken Hat Plays Return for 2025

DULUTH, MN — The 2025 Chicken Hat Plays are officially back, bringing another round of spontaneous theater from Duluth’s own Rubber Chicken Theater. Brian Matuszak, Executive Producer of Rubber Chicken Theater, appeared on the morning newscast Thursday to share more about the fast-paced, 24-hour theater challenge. This year’s event takes place Saturday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Harbor…

Duluth Police Welcomes K9 Fitz onto the Department

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is welcoming a new furry face as part of their K9 Division. K9 Fitz is a 1.5-year-old German Shephard/Malinois from Hungary. Fitz is a dual-purpose dog specializing in narcotic detection, tracking, article searching, and criminal apprehension. K9 Fitz is being handled by Officer Shane McKee and began K9 School this past February. The…

First Witness Child Advocacy Center Receives Support with Fundraiser

HERMANTOWN, Minn. —  A local non-profit received community support on Wednesday for a fundraiser. First Witness provides resources and support to children, teens, and vulnerable adults who have experienced abuse, along with advocacy and prevention education. They teamed up with The Title team, a title insurance company, to host a fundraiser at Skyline Social and Games to help raise awareness…

Harbor Pointe Credit Union Donates $20,000 to Chum

DULUTH, Minn. — Harbor Pointe Credit Union presented Chum with a check donation on Wednesday. Each year the Credit Union gives back thousands of dollars to support local organizations and programs. Through the Member Impact Fund offered by an affiliate bank, the donation to Chum was matched three times, making the total $20,000. The donation will go towards supporting everyday…

Family of Duluth Murder Victim Keeping His Memory Alive Through Memorial 5k

DULUTH, Minn. — Nearly one year after the tragic loss of 25 year old Maxton Gudowski, his family, loved ones and community members are continuing to keep his memory alive. “It’s been definitely an up and down roller coaster of emotions. We’re so thankful. We have so much family and friends with support that’s truly what gets us through,” Maxton’s…

Phase 1 of Safer 6th Ave. East Reconstruction Project Now Underway

DULUTH, Minn. — One of Duluth most dangerous Avenues is starting phase one of a safer reconstruction plan. Construction crew started resurfacing along 6th Avenue East, which connects Central Hillside to Central Entrance and Mesaba Avenue. The project looks to address safety concerns for pedestrians, like students at Myers-Wilkins, as a recent study on 6th Ave. found close to 12,000…

Man pleads guilty to Inappropriately touching Children at Duluth Waterpark

DULUTH, Minn. – A man from Alexandria pleads guilty to inappropriately touching children while at the Edgewater Waterpark in Duluth. Jackson Wichtendahl, 25, of Alexandria, was handed a deferred sentence on Friday that could see him avoid jail time for two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct and one count of fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct. The case stems from a…

Incline Village Developer responds to Duluth letter admitting to some breaches

DULUTH, Minn. – The lawyer for Luzy Ostreicher, the leader of Chester Creek View, LLC, sent two letters responding to the City of Duluth concerns about their development. Renderings of Incline Village On June 2, 2025 the Duluth Economic Development Authority (DEDA) sent a letter titled “NOTICE OF BREACH” to Ostreicher. Ostreicher’s companies STC Building, LLC, Chester Creek View, LLC,…

United Way Day of Caring – Volunteers Clean Up at Companies to Classrooms

  DULUTH, Minn. — Over at Companies to Classrooms, volunteers worked to do some deep cleaning inside and tidying up the garden outside. Companies to classrooms is a program that takes donations for teachers to shop for their classrooms. The extra care and cleaning helps make the spot look nicer for the neighborhood and builds connections in the community. “We’ve…

‘Boys and Girls Club of the Northland’ Kicks Off Summer Events

GARY NEW DULUTH, Minn.– The sun is shining, and school is done for the year. With that, there are many opportunities opening up to get kids outside. The Boys and Girls Club of the Northland is kicking off their summer festivities. Children who are 6-18 can participate, and the program is described as “fun with a purpose” Kids involved can…

Over $41,000 To Benefit Local ALS Patients

  DULUTH, Minn. — Never Surrender received a massive donation from Super One Foods and the community today. $41,237.93 was donated by the community rounding up at the register. Never Surrender Inc is a non-profit that supports Northlander’s suffering from ALS. The donations stay local, providing treatments, equipment, and more. “We want to make sure we have the best of…

No smoke or heat sources found in Jenkins Creek Fire area

DULUTH, Minn. & BRIMSOM, Minn. – The National Incident Management Organization (NIMO) team is reporting Wednesday (6/11) morning they were not able to detect smoke or heat sources in the Jenkins Creek Fire. The NIMO team reports they are still patrolling the roads in the interior of the fire. They are finding fire, “burning deep within the duff, peat, stumps,…

Coffee Conversation: Boat Club Productions Debuts “Doubt, A Parable” Friday the 13th

DULUTH, Minn. — On the morning newscast Wednesday, June 11, Boat Club Productions stopped by the studio to preview their latest theatrical production, Doubt, A Parable, debuting this Friday the 13th. Cast members Jacque Black and Ellie Martin joined us to discuss the themes of Doubt, A Parable and what audiences can expect from the production. You can catch the…

AFGE Union Members Urges Council to Protect Duluth’s EPA Lab

DULUTH, Minn. — Employees from the Duluth’s EPA Lab spoke at Monday night’s council meeting about fears of DOGE cuts shutting down their facility. The president of the American Federal of Government Employees (AFGE) and Duluth EPA employees spoke before the Duluth City Council on the possibility of the facility’s closure. DOGE cuts has asked Office of Research (ORD) scientists…

Superior Police Chief Notes Positive Trend with Addiction & Drug Related Crime

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Superior Mayor Jim Paine shared online that after years of addressing addiction and drug related crime, their hard work is paying off. Superior Police Chief Paul Wintersheidt also stated that Superior is not alone and said that this is a national trend. Reasons for this upward trend relates to programs such as ‘Pathways to Hope’, and diligent outreach…

Duluth City Council Passes Renters Rights Proposal

DULUTH, Minn.– On Monday night, Duluth City Council discussed a proposal mandating landlords more information about rights and resources before signing a lease. The proposal says landlords must provide tenants a summary of tenants’ rights protected by Minnesota Laws, as well as contact information for the City of Duluth’s Life Safety Division and One Roof Community Housing. During this meeting, City…

Duluth Planning Commission moves to ease ‘Special Use Permits’ for some Childcare Facilities

CITY HALL – The Duluth Planning Commission makes changes to ease requirements of “Special Use Permits” for new childcare facilities. At Tuesday’s meeting, the Duluth Planning Commission voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance changing the zoning definitions of certain childcare facilities. The changes will make it easier for some facilities to operate in residential-zoned areas without a “Special Use Permit.”…

Officials celebrate completion of Perch Lake habitat restoration project

  DULUTH, Minn. –   The completion of the Perch Lake Habitat Restoration Project is celebrated, marking a major milestone in improving fish and wildlife habitat. Members of the community joined state and local leaders in celebrating the Perch Lake habitat restoration project along Highway 23 near Gary-New Duluth. The project consisted of dredging and associated site restoration, the installation of…

Friends of the Library Book Sale On Now!

DULUTH, Minn. — The Annual Friends of the Library Book sale is back! There is plenty to peruse from thousands of books, Puzzles, CDs, and more. Books come in all ages, genres, and prints. They even have a section of rare and out-of-print books for sale. This fundraiser adds several thousand to programming and events at the Duluth Public Library….