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Coffee Conversation: Ru-Ridge Corn Maze Opens for Fall Fun in Carlton

CARLTON, Minn. — The Ru-Ridge Corn Maze in Carlton, Minnesota, officially opens for the season on Friday, September 12. Spanning over eight acres, the maze offers a fun and challenging experience for both kids and adults. Ahead of opening day, owner and operator Angela Line joined FOX 21 live on the Thursday morning newscast to share what visitors can expect…

Charlie Kirk’s killer blended in on Utah university campus, and a high-powered rifle is recovered

OREM, Utah (AP) — The sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk is believed to have jumped off a roof and fled into a neighborhood after firing one shot and has not been identified, authorities said Thursday in disclosing they have recovered a high-powered, bolt-action rifle they believe was used in the attack and are reviewing video footage of the person they…

Student Dies After Shooting 2 Peers, Himself At Colorado High School: Officials

Associated Press DENVER (AP) — A student shot two of his peers Wednesday at a suburban Denver high school before shooting himself and later dying, authorities said. The handgun shooting was reported around 12:30 p.m. at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado, about 30 miles west of Denver in the Rocky Mountain foothills. Shots were fired both inside and outside…

Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Begins

DULUTH, Minn. – Hartley Nature Center is kicking off the 10-week Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training. Volunteers sign up and complete the 40-hour hands-on course taught by expert instructors. The course consists of studying natural history, environmental interpretation, and conservation stewardship through both indoor and outdoor learning. This helps participants develop their ability to observe nature and learn tools to…

Love Creamery Hosts Open House For Billings Park

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Over in Billings Park in Superior, local residents were offered a sweet treat on the house, courtesy of their newest neighbors. Love Creamery, the ice cream shoppe with two locations in Duluth, will be expanding into Superior shortly, and held an open house for Billings Park locals to introduce themselves, and their product, to the community. “I…

At least 2 students wounded in shooting at suburban Denver high school, sheriff says

  DENVER (AP) — At least two students have been wounded in a shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities said Wednesday. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said the students were injured in a shooting at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, about 30 miles west of Denver, and taken to the hospital. No other details about the shooting have…

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act passes Senate

Olympic rings WASHINGTON, D.C. – The bipartisan Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act has passed the Senate. U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith announced the passing of the act. The House of Representatives passed this legislation, which was led by Representative Peter Stauber and co-sponsored by the entire Minnesota Congressional Delegation. The amended bill now returns to the House…

Charlie Kirk has died after being shot at an event in Utah, President Trump says

Charlie Kirk (AP) – Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was fatally shot Wednesday at an event at a Utah college, officials said. President Donald Trump said Kirk was shot and killed as he was speaking at Utah Valley University. The shooting quickly drew reaction from leading political figures, including some victims…

Coffee Conversation: Duluth Children’s Museum Hosts 5th Annual Mini Harvest Festival

DULUTH, MN — The Duluth Children’s Museum is celebrating fall with its 5th Annual Mini Harvest Festival this Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Executive Director Drew Jensen shared more about the event during a live segment this week, inviting families to come celebrate the season together. Activities include playful harvesting, pumpkin decorating, sunflower science, and a…

Superior Police: Armed Intruder Found By Homeowner

As of 9 p.m. Tuesday, the suspect was on the run.

SUPERIOR, Wis. — An armed intruder in Superior caused an hours-long standoff at a home Tuesday evening, according to police. Authorities said a man came home to find another man armed with a gun inside his home.  The homeowner fled the house safely, but the homeowner did not know if the suspect fled the home, too. The scene unfolded in…

UW-Superior Music Begins 2025-2026 Recital Series

SUPERIOR, Wis. — UWS has begun its 2025-2026 recital series, starting a new season of music in Superior. The series began with a performance from a few UWS faculty and is always free for students to attend. While all the performances will feature classical music, the variety of performances is a big reason why the music department believes everyone should…

Damiano Center Hosts Expungement Clinic

DULUTH, Minn. – Free Expungement Clinic taking place at the Damiano Center to help people as part of the clean slate movement. The clinic offers people help with getting certain criminal records sealed by the court. The resources provided at these clinics consist of legal representation, ACLU lawyers, public defenders, and legal aid to help walk people through the process….

Essentia Health rolls out promising Alzheimer’s disease detection method

DULUTH, Minn.– After nearly one hundred years of research, a recent break through with Alzheimer’s disease has already seen success in the Northland. The innovation involves an injectable radio pharmaceutical called “Amyvid.” It is injected shortly before the patient has a routine PET or CT scan. Before Duluth invested in this, patients near and far had to travel to the…

Police Investigate Robbery, Assault In Canal Park

DULUTH, Minn. — A case of robbery and assault in Duluth’s Canal Park is being investigated by the Duluth Police Department. After FOX 21 received a news tip about this crime, we reached out to police. A public information officer said the crime happened behind Caribou Coffee around 8:30 p.m. Monday. A 29-year-old male victim suffered minor injuries, according the…

MN DNR’s Fall Color Forecast is Live!

DULUTH, Minn. — Fall Color Lovers, it’s your time of year again! The Minnesota DNR has released its fall colors forecast. Late September to mid-October is the general peak across the Northland. Patterns of temperature, precipitation, wind and the timing of hard freezes can impact when fall colors peak and how long they last. These weather changes can make exact…

Lockdown Cleared at Denfeld High School

DULUTH, Minn. — Denfeld High School has been cleared after a lockdown on Tuesday morning. According to officials, at 10:43 a.m., the school went into a precautionary lockdown after a student with a felony warrant was arrested. The felony warrant was for 2nd Degree Assault and Possession of a Dangerous Weapon.  No weapon was on campus, according to police. The…

Dual Training Pipeline Offers New Opportunities to Employers

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Hermantown employers got together at the Chamber of Commerce to learn about the Minnesota Dual Training pipeline. This program helps employees to get on the job training while getting formal instruction to grow within the industry. Employers participating can apply for a grant to aid with related costs. The industries this program focuses on are high-growth industries,…

Girl Scouts announce new cookie flavor

NEW YORK, Ny. — The Girl Scouts of the USA have announced a new cookie for their 2026 lineup. Named Exploremores, the rocky road ice cream–inspired sandwich cookie is filled with flavors of chocolate, marshmallow, and a toasted almond–flavored crème. The Girl Scouts say the new cookie reflects the spirit of exploration at the heart of every Scout. Exploremores will…

Minnesota DFL name new House Leader

  ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota House DFL has announced a new House Leader following the June assassination of former Speaker Melissa Hortman. Representative Zack Stephenson of  Coon Rapids has been elected for the position. SEE PREVIOUS: Accused assassin of Melissa Hortman and her husband pleas not guilty. “Representative Stephenson will provide steady leadership for our caucus as House…

ST. Louis County Rescue Squad Brings Equipment for McHero Night

  DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Rescue Squad teaming up with the Proctor McDonald’s to fundraise for McHero Night. The rescue squad brought some of their important equipment to the McDonald’s Parking lot for people to tour and learn about. During the fundraiser, 20% of all sales were donated directly to the St. Louis County Rescue Squad, enabling…

Armory Arts and Music Center Raising Funds for Kids Music Program

DULUTH, Minn. – The Armory Arts and Music Center, a local non-profit, teaming up with Chipotle to raise funds for the kids’ music program. People were encouraged to use a one-time code for online or in-store orders, with twenty-five percent of event sales being donated to the cause. These funds help continue the music program, which served over 2,100 students…

Duluth City Council Approves Transportation Commission

DULUTH, Minn. — After much waiting, the Duluth City Council has officially established its 34th commission. The Council voted unanimously on Sep. 8. to establish the Duluth Transportation Commission. The ordinance for the commission was first read back on Jun. 16, before being tabled until September. Members off the commission will be appointed by the mayor with approval from the…

Union: 1,400 University Of Minnesota Service Workers Go On Strike

DULUTH, Minn. — A strike is officially on for 1,400 University of Minnesota employees with Teamsters Local 320 – and that includes 185 employees at UMD. Teamsters President Erik Skoog confirmed to FOX 21 around 4:30 p.m. Monday that some campuses within the U of M system began the picket Monday evening. UMD’s picket will begin Tuesday morning, according to…

Pho’holic Celebrates Opening Of Second Duluth Location

DULUTH, Minn.– A popular Vietnamese restaurant in Duluth has officially opened a second much-larger location on London Road. Ever since China Cafe closed back in April, plans for this new expansion have been simmering. “Yeah, got a lot going on. Super excited. The nerves are flowing, yeah, super excited just to be here,” said Elijah Nguyen, Manager Phoholic. Six years…

Naz Reid’s sister fatally shot at New Jersey apartment complex, boyfriend charged with murder

Naz Reid JACKSON, N.J. (AP) — The sister of Minnesota Timberwolves player Naz Reid was fatally shot at a New Jersey apartment complex by her boyfriend, who was charged with murder, authorities said Monday. Police went to the Paragon apartment complex in Jackson around 11 a.m. Saturday, after receiving reports of shots fired. They soon found Toraya Reid, 28, unresponsive…

Bridge to Health Survey Collecting Data in the Northland

MINN/WIS. — UW-Superior has partnered with Generations Health Care Initiatives on Bridge to Health survey. The survey assesses health conditions, access to medical care, mental well-being and more. The survey is sent out at random and aims for around 7,500 responses from nine counties in Minnesota and Douglas County in Wisconsin. The data is anonymous and won’t be sold. It…

1 dead at Duluth Federal Prison Camp

DULUTH, Minn. — One person has died at a Duluth Federal Prison Camp(FPC) on Monday. According to officials at 8:30 a.m., they found 60-year-old Terrance Wayne Buescher unresponsive at the FPC Life-saving measures were given by officials and EMS, but Buescher was subsequently pronounced dead. Officials say no employees or other prisoners were injured and there is no danger to…

Increase in Bus Stop Arm Violations in 2024

DULUTH, Minn. — With schools now in session, the Duluth Police Department has released the number of stop arm violations occurring in the past two years. The Duluth Police Department reports an increase in the amount of violations, with 142 in 2024, the highest for the last three years. So far in 2025 there has been 40 violations, with one…

Tribal Flag Plaza inauguration held at Minnesota State Capitol

  ST. PAUL, Minn. — A tribal flag-raising ceremony was held at the Minnesota State Capitol on September 5. The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board, in partnership with Tribal Nations, the Governor’s Office, and the Minnesota Department of Administration, held the ceremony to honor the new Tribal Flag Plaza. The plaza is located on the Dakota homeland and honors…

Duluth club figure skater wins national medal at U.S. Figure Skating National Qualifying

    CHICAGO, Ill. — Duluth Figure Skating Club’s Gabriella Manion of Superior won a national medal at last weekend’s U.S. Figure Skating National Qualifying Series event in Chicago. Manion started Friday with a Short Program that earned her a new personal best score, placing her in 4th going into the Free Skate. Saturday, Manion’s Free Skate earned her another personal best…

Four winning Powerball tickets sold in Minnesota

  Minn. —  Four Minnesota Powerball players won big over the weekend. The winning numbers in the Powerball drawing on Saturday were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, and Powerball was 17. The Power Play® multiplier was 2. Three winning $50,000 tickets were sold at: The Faribault at the Holiday Stationstore located at 707 4th Street NW. The Hastings at the…

Coffee Conversation: Lake Superior College Kicks Off 80th Anniversary Celebration

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College will launch a year-long celebration marking 80 years of education in Northeastern Minnesota with a kickoff event on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. LSC Vice President David Kline discussed the celebration live on FOX 21 Monday morning. The event will feature hands-on demonstrations from programs such as Allied Health, Aviation, Firefighting,…

Garmin Device Helps Save Man In Boundary Waters

BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn. – A rescue in the Boundary Waters (BWCAW) happened Sunday afternoon northwest of Ely. A 70-year-old man from Colorado got injured in the area of Stuart River with a possible broken leg, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The man’s Garmin safety device notified 911. Rescue crews responded, including a LifeLink helicopter. The man was…

UMD Releases Statement Amid Possible Strike By Teamsters 320

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD responded Sunday evening to a possible strike by its service workers with Teamsters Local 320, which involves those in custodial, maintenance and food service. This update comes after the union voted down the university’s “last, best and final offer” on Friday. “While we respect our employees’ rights to collective bargaining, our priority remains ensuring that vital…

‘Force on Fifth Avenue’ Shines Brighter in Downtown Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – The skyline of downtown Duluth is shining a little brighter with a new addition to the downtown’s latest housing development. Inside Force on Fifth Avenue New signage has been installed on Force on Fifth Avenue’s building at the corner of 5th Avenue West and Superior Street. Brian Forcier, president and CEO of Titanium Partners, is behind this…

11-Year-Old Girl Fatally Hit by Vehicle While Riding Her Bike

WRENSHALL, Minn. – Friday evening, 11-year-old Avery Anderson died after being hit by a vehicle in Wrenshall. The child was reported to be riding in the roadway near the intersection of Broadway St. and Crestwood Drive when she was hit by a pickup truck. An off-duty Cloquet Police Department Patrol Officer dispatched the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office and then began…

UMD Officially Welcomes 10th Chancellor

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s finally official. After a year on the job, the University of Minnesota-Duluth has sworn in their new chancellor. While it may not have been the first day on the job for UMD chancellor Charles Nies, the school’s official inauguration ceremony for the Hutchinson, MN native likely felt no less special. “Today, as we celebrate his leadership,…

Victim Speaks Out After Enduring Random Stabbing Attack

DULUTH, Minn.– Tasha Hoskins of Duluth says, she was casually strolling the streets between Central and Grand Avenue on the night of September 1st. When out of nowhere, she was randomly attacked. She claims she was approached by 37-year-old Tasha Carlson of Duluth. The pair had no prior connections before the incident. “She drops the bike right by the trash…

University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth Campus Moves to Four-Year Program

DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth Campus has moved to a four-year program. Since it was founded in 1972, the Duluth campus has operated as a two-year program, with students transferring to the Twin Cities campus for their last two-years to finish their clinical training. Now starting this semester, students are able to stay at the…

Ravin Crossbows Opens Pro Shop in Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Ravin Crossbows in Superior has officially opened a pro shop that’s open to customers. Since its start in 2014, Ravin Crossbows has served customers through national dealers and an online website. After years of customers asking for a in-person store, the time has finally come. The store is located in Ravin’s production building where the crossbows are…

Bridge to Health Survey Looks at Health of Northland

DULUTH, Minn. — Bridge to Health launched its survey to find out how healthy the Northland is. Households will be chosen at random to receive a survey asking about physical, mental, and cultural health in their area. Over 40 organizations across nine northern Minnesota counties and Douglas county in Wisconsin have joined to conduct the survey. “This year, we’re adding…

MN Republicans Release School Safety Agenda

Representative Cal Warwas ST. PAUL, Minn. — House Republicans released their proposed school safety agenda yesterday. The proposal outlines how they plan to protect students in the classroom. They intend to get more school resource officers in school and look at security systems in place and upgrading them as needed through the SHIELD Act. “When you have security at schools,…

Man cited for starting Camp House Fire

Camp House Fire (May 15, 2025) DULUTH, Min. – A Duluth man has been cited in connection with the Camp House Fire. It is believed the fire started from an unattended campfire. The fire started May 11, 2025, near Brimson. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources tells FOX21, “The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in coordination with the St….

Three conservation officers recognized by Minnesota DNR for life saving efforts

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Three conservation officers have been recognized by the Minnesota DNR for their life-saving efforts, two of whom are local to our area. Officer Curtis Simonson of International Falls,  Officer Corey Sura of the Remer area, and Officer Nick Baum of Park Rapids. All received lifesaving awards for their efforts over the last few months: Officer Simonson…