Youth-led demonstrators demanding better schools and hospitals flooded the streets of Morocco this week, undeterred by fears of further clashes after multiple people were killed by police. Protesters rallied between Sunday and Thursday in at least a dozen cities, with some voicing calls for Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch to step down. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo…
DULUTH, Minn. — A ribbon-cutting was held today to celebrate the refreshed Incline Stairway Trail. The event, organized by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Duluth Preservation Alliance, features an interpretive hike up and down the stairway… highlighting the installation of new interpretive signage as well as the historical designation of the Incline Stairway. The stairway previously served as part…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — On the Iron Range, the city of Virginia hosted an open house to introduce locals to its new “Public Safety Building.” The new, 50,000 square-foot building will be the new home of the city’s police, fire department, ambulance, and search and rescue teams, and is a major upgrade for all the new residents moving in. The facility…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Police Department had lots to celebrate today during their ceremony. Today, 11 new recruits took the oath with the Duluth police department. In addition, they acknowledged two police officers who were promoted today. Duluth’s Chief of Police told FOX 21 right now this line of work is a competitive market, and he’s grateful so many are…
DULUTH, Minn.–Registrations have hit an all-time high as anticipation builds for the 50th Grandma’s Marathon. For a process that normally takes around a month, last night alone over 19,000 people have signed up to cross this very start line. “To think that at seven o’clock our time yesterday, there were 10s of 1000s of people from around the world sitting…
Kwik Trip Logo DULUTH, Min. & LA CROSSE, Wis. – Kwik Trip has announced a new cash transaction policy in response to the U.S. Department of Treasury’s decision to end production of the penny. Cash purchases at Kwik Trip and Kwik Star locations will be rounded down to the nearest five cents if the store is out of pennies. Kwik Trip…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — In the wake of the accidental release of thousands of social security numbers by the Wisconsin State Public Defenders Office, two Wisconsin lawmakers have responded. SEE PREVIOUS: Superior resident receives thousands of Social Security Numbers from Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office Wisconsin representative Angela Stroud of the state’s 73rd district released the following statement to FOX21: “We…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Proctor native, retiring from the Minnesota National Guard after thirty years of service, and beginning a new chapter serving as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Army Col. Scott Rohweder is a veteran of deployments to Bosnia and Iraq. He commanded Soldiers at every level and is the recipient of a variety…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has declared drug cartels operating in the Caribbean are unlawful combatants and says the United States is now in a “non-international armed conflict,” according to a Trump administration memo obtained by The Associated Press on Thursday. A U.S. official familiar with the matter who was not authorized to comment publicly said the Congress…
DULUTH, Minn. — Carve out some time this weekend for Gourd Days at the DECC. This new seasonal celebration features all the favorite fall things. You’ll find cozy treats and seasonal sips, a pumpkin bounce house, toddler farm town, live animals, and vendors all along the Baywalk next to the DECC. The Vista Fleet will be doing Hayrides (maybe they…
Grand Rapids, Minn. – Whether you’re a seasoned Sasquatch seeker or just curious about the legend, the Minnesota Bigfoot Conference 2025 is taking over the Timberlake Lodge & Hotel in Grand Rapids, MN on Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT. Abe and Donovan appeared live on FOX 21 this Thursday to discuss Bigfoot research and the…
DULUTH, Minn — All of the 2026 Grandma’s Marathon races have sold out. According to officials with Grandmas, as of Thursday morning, every race for the 50th anniversary of the event has sold out. Registration opened Wednesday night at 7 pm to a record-breaking start. Within just 90 minutes of opening, four out of the five events had completely…
DULUTH, Minn. — The road to the 50th annual Grandma’s Marathon kicked off at record speed Wednesday night, as registration for the 2026 race weekend shattered previous records. Within just 90 minutes of opening at 7 p.m., four of the five events had completely sold out — all faster than ever before. The Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon reached its 7,000-runner…
The U.S. government shutdown has begun after President Trump and Congress failed to reach a funding deal by Wednesday’s deadline. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs and many offices will close. Trump has threatened irreversible actions as he seeks to punish Democrats. Democrats picked this fight as they demand funding to save health care subsidies that are expiring…
DULUTH, Minn. – October 1st was a first for FOX 21 Local News, as the television station officially became partners with Townsquare Media Duluth. Townsquare operates multiple popular radio stations in the Northland, including MIX 108, B105, KOOL 101.7, Sasquatch 92.1 and The Northland FAN. Dan Hanger and Maria Vollom will provide morning news updates on all radio stations during…
DULUTH, Minn. — Are you fascinated by the spooky, mysterious, and paranormal? If so, a new company in Duluth might have just what you’re looking for. US Ghost Adventures recently launched its new ghost tour location in Duluth. The company offers a one-hour, narrated tour that explores the city’s most haunted and eerie sites. The tour covers a variety of…
