SUPERIOR, WI – In a statement to FOX21 Superior Mayor Jim Paine said, “The City of Superior has both the facilities and policies necessary to fully support pregnant and breastfeeding mothers over and above the requirements imposed by law.” Superior Mayor Jim Paine His statement is following claims in a lawsuit from Superior Police Department Investigator Mikayla Marie LeRette. LeRette…
STEVENS POINT, WI. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association has now allowed high school athletes to get individual sponsorships. At their 2025 WIAA Annual Meeting on April 25, 2025, members voted 293-108 to allow students to enter into “NIL” or “Name, Image, and Likeness” opportunities. The approved WIAA Constitutional amendment will limit the NIL for activities, “not associated or identified…
DULUTH, MN – Representative Pete Stauber (R-MN) posted on X that he will be attending the funeral of Pope Francis. Stauber wrote, “I am deeply honored to join a bipartisan group of lawmakers in attending the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend. Over a decade ago, during a pilgrimage to Rome, I had the privilege of exchanging a zucchetto with…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Denfeld Robotics team still has some life left because the Denfeld Nation Automation (DNA) team is nominated to participate in the Minnesota State Tournament. Recently, Denfeld competed in the WORLDS robotics championship down in Houston Texas. There they were joined by 27 different Minnesotan teams, and they excelled in the competition. Following this, they were able…
DULUTH, Minn – Thursday night, Ecumen Lakeshore Assisted Living Facility who are known for being active in their community. More than 150 residents who reside at Ecumen deliver meals to housebound seniors and perform various forms of volunteering. The meal delivery program started in 1972 by a former Paster and is something hundreds of seniors rely on. Thursday’s Volunteer Appreciation Dinner…
DULUTH, Minn. –Twin Ports first responders got competitive for the second annual “battle of the badges” blood drive. On Thursday, Mayo Clinic ambulance, Duluth Fire Department, and Duluth Police Department went head-to-head to see which agency could donate the most blood. Last year, the Duluth Fire Department took home the victory. We’re still waiting to hear which agency donated the…
LITTLEFORK, Minn. — At 24 years old, Aaron Kennedy is adjusting to life with a rare genetic disorder he never saw coming — one discovered only after four emergency surgeries this year. “December 31st to January 1st, our world was turned upside down, literally,” said Quen Kennedy, Aaron’s dad. “And it’s just a new normal,” added his mom, Kristi. A…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Mikayla Marie LeRette, the wife of Superior Police Chief Paul Winterscheidt, is suing the City of Superior and former Superior Police Capt. Thomas Champaigne. Superior Police Chief Paul Winterscheidt LeRette is a currently an investigator for the Superior Police Department. The federal lawsuit was filed in March 2025. It has two key claims in it. The lawsuit…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz pledged Wednesday night to do everything in his power to protect Minnesotans from the chaos that he said President Donald Trump has unleashed on the country and the world. Delivering his annual State of the State speech to a joint session of the Legislature, the Democratic governor said Minnesota is as strong…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local business owner and former Duluth City Council member Derek Medved announced his Candidacy for Duluth City Council At-Large. On Thursday, he kicked his campaign off at the Gary-New Duluth Rec center as a nod to his roots in the city. Medved, who owns Korner Stores and Little Stores in the Northland, left his previous council seat…
DULUTH, Minn. — Starry Skies North Celebrated Dark Skies week at the Lake Superior Zoo. Mayor Reinert made a proclamation designating today, April 24th, as Dark Sky Day in Duluth. Seven local businesses were also awarded Dark Sky friendly certification. Dark Skies is an international movement to reduce light pollution. Many animals are affected by bright light pollution. It also…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Salvation Army is preparing to host its 2nd Annual Black and White Ball on Friday, May 16, from 5:00 to 8:30 PM at The Malting Building. Cyndi Lewis from The Salvation Army, along with David Schere and Kristen Trump of Simply Ballroom, appeared on FOX 21’s morning newscast to share details about the upcoming event. Guests…
DULUTH, MN – Minnesota State has named three finalists in the search for the next president of Lake Superior College. The candidates are David Clickner, Barbara Embacher, and Linda Kingston. Dr. Patricia Rogers has lead Lake Superior College as president since 2019. Dr. Rodgers announced her impending retirement in August of 2024. The candidates were recommended by a search advisory…
CLOQUET, Minn. — This week, students at Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College presented their environmental research, a part of the campus’ ‘Earth Week’ celebrations. Today the students with the environmental institute presented their projects in the research symposium. Projects ranged between wildlife biology to forest related research. Others presentations talked about the mercury levels in our local water…
DULUTH, Minn. — Resource Renew, formerly known as Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD), is reminding the public about proper recycling and disposal methods. Today at the Whole Foods Co-Op on Grand Ave., Emma Pardini, an environmental program coordinator, held a class with a Q&A about common recycling questions. Pardini emphasized the importance of reduce, renew, and recycle. Resource Renew…
DULUTH, Minn. — Today marks a new chapter in downtown Duluth, as the vacant parking lot on West 2nd Avenue is finally getting taken down. After sitting untouched for many years, this 900-thousand dollar demolition project is going to look a little different from most. There will be no wrecking ball taking this down. The process itself will need to…
DULUTH, Minn. – An annual fundraiser looks to help support ‘Honor Flights’ for local veterans. The All American Club in Lincoln Park is hosting its annual spaghetti dinner this Saturday, Apr. 26, to support the Honor Flight Northland organization. ‘Honor Flights’ are organized trips for local veterans from World War II, the Korean and Vietnam wars, to visit “their memorials”…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Police Department is dealing with “urgent” internal struggles that Mayor Jim Paine said needs an outside review as soon as possible to keep the situation from becoming a “crisis.” Mayor Paine made his concerns known at the April 17 Public Safety Committee meeting. He said there are a number of cultural issues, interpersonal conflicts and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nearly a year after a man was found stabbed to death in a suspicious fire in Duluth, a suspect is now charged with murder and arson. Tyler Walter Edwards, 25, of Illinois, who was convicted of rape in Hennepin County in early 2024, is charged with second-degree murder and first-degree arson. The charges are connected to the…
DULUTH, MN – The All-American Club in Duluth is hosting a fundraiser for Honor Flight Northland. It is scheduled for April 26, 2025 from 3pm to 7pm. Honor Flight brings veterans, free of charge, to Washington, D.C. to see the memorials in their honor. Veterans from across Northeast Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin are eligible for the local chapter’s trip. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — Get ready to dig for treasure! The Duluth Junk Hunt returns to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) this weekend, April 25–26, 2025. Organizer Emily Broman says shoppers can expect plenty of “rusty, chippy, vintage goodness” and one-of-a-kind finds. This two-day indoor vintage market brings together vendors from across Minnesota and beyond, offering a unique mix of…
It was packed house for tonight’s Duluth school board listening session. Parents, students, and community members showed up at the meeting to call for more support to district music programs amid possible budget cuts. The crowd held signs reading “Music Matters,” as speakers expressed the importance of musical education, and why it’s critical to student’s success in the future. “With…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — It’s the 11th annual Day of Giving at UW-Superior! This is a fundraiser that supports undergraduate research, scholarships, and academic programs. Every donation made today will be matched up to $10,000. Those donating can designate where their money goes, from the new floating classroom, programs like theatre or sports, or specific scholarships. Otherwise, they money can…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Today 8th graders at Superior Middle School got the opportunity to learn about potential career paths. A dozen different career representatives met with the students to discuss their impact on the community. There were tables ranging from healthcare, to firefighting, as well as the Douglas County Humane Society. Some of those tables had demonstrations such as a flight…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– 4th Graders from Cooper Elementary in Superior had the opportunity to get some hands-on learning for Earth Day. The 4th graders got their hands dirty this morning at the Wade Park in Superior. They partnered up with the City of Superior to clean up trash. After they collected, the kids got to sort it all out, weigh it…
DULUTH, MN – The demolition of the closed Shoppers Auto Park Ramp will start on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. A news conference will be held at the site with representatives from The City of Duluth, Duluth Economic Development Authority (DEDA) plus other community partners kicking off the demolition. The group will outline the project and provide details of the intricacies…
DULUTH, MN – The final beams have arrived for the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Twin Ports Interchange project – also known as the “Can of Worms”. The beams will complete the key structural phase of the interchange’s reconstruction. MnDOT says the beam setting will represent a significant step toward improved safety, mobility, and freight movement throughout the Twin Ports area….
DULUTH, MN – The St. Louis County Rescue Squad recovered the body of 61-year-old Sherri Monroe from the St. Louis River on April 22, 2025. Sherri Monroe No foul play is suspected and next of kin has been notified. In the announcement the Duluth Police Department said, “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Monroe family and friends as…
Duluth, MN – University of Minnesota Duluth’s Tweed Museum of Art and College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) announced the addition of works by 12 artists to the museum’s permanent collection. D. R. Martin photograph donated to UMD’s Tweed Museum The additions include gifts and purchases of ceramics, photographs, sculpture, drawings, works on paper, and prints. One of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Dance TV kicks off its new season with Spring Fling, a dance party at The Flame on April 26 from 7–10 PM. Creative director Andy Frye joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Tuesday with the details. The night features DJs Low End Frequency, special guest Domita Sanchez, dancing, and a live auction for a chance to…
GREEN BAY, WI & SUPERIOR, WI – Eddie’s Restaurant is one of 20 Wisconsin Supper Clubs that are taking part in “Taste of the Draft”. It is being called the “ultimate supper club experience” which will take place the day before the NFL Draft starts in Green Bay. The April 23, 2025 event will be a gathering of culinary &…
STEVENS POINT, WI – Sixteen senior girls and 16 senior boys from Wisconsin High Schools were named as finalists to receive the 2025 Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association’s (WIAA) Statewide Scholar Athlete Award. Paolo Pagnucci, Superior High School, 3.98 GPA This year, more than 806 seniors from 415 high schools across the state were nominated for the award. To determine the…
DULUTH, Minn.– Chances are, you’ve probably seen artist Amber Nichols at Lake Superior Art Glass in Canal Park. But now, tables are turning in her favor. And she is now able to grow her passions even more. “Being in that environment, surrounded by beautiful art and artists and creative people really drove me to want to my own place, and…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Senator Amy Klobuchar visited Two Harbors on Monday to announce the groundbreaking of two projects along the city’s waterfront and the impact and effects of tourism. Senator Klobuchar says that a $90-billion projected loss in tourism revenue is expected across the country for just 2025. At a press event in Two Harbors, on Monday, Klobuchar talked…
DULUTH, Minn. – Authorities continue searching the waters near Rice’s Point for a missing Duluth woman. St. Louis County Sheriffs were back on the waters near Rice’s Point Monday afternoon, in the search for 61-year-old Sherri Monroe. Rice’s Point is a public boat launch and fishing area on Port Terminal Dr, that sits under the Blatnik Bridge. Authorities say Monroe’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – Staff say they are appealing to public after a freeze on federal grants has put the program and its services at risk. Neighborhood Youth Services (NYS) provides meals, mentorship, and a safe space for kids. Located in Duluth’s central hillside, the program also serves families and runs juvenile justice programs for St. Louis County. However, according to…
DULUTH, Minn.– This week is all about celebrating the volunteers that are the backbone of many establishments, such as Aspirus St. Lukes in Duluth. Two of the volunteers has dedicated 20 years of helping at not just Aspirus St. Lukes, but other places as well. Sharon Buchanan and Penny Derth helps with checking in patients and keeping families updated during…
CHISHOLM, MN – The Chisholm Police Departments released a statement addressing a series of videos shown on social media purportedly showing animal abuse in Buhl. Police say they searched the facility on April 15, 2025 and located several dogs being kept on the property. Officers say the dogs “had access to food, clean water, and appropriate shelter”. Officers also said…
ST. PAUL, MN – As the floor session convenes on April 21, 2025 the House of Representatives will honor the life and legacy of Mary Murphy. The Murphy Is presented Mary Murphy Day Proclamation by Lt, Gov, Peggy Flanigan State Representative Mary Murphy was the longest-serving woman in the history of the Minnesota House. “Mary Murphy Day” will feature the…
DULUTH, MN – The City of Duluth is introducing it’s Clean Streets, Strong Communities Courtesy Notice Program. Example of a Courtesy Notice from Duluth Life Safety It’s a new initiative designed to encourage voluntary compliance with city ordinances before formal enforcement actions are taken. Rather than beginning with a citation or formal inspection process, residents out of code compliance may…
Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor, has died, as announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo. He was 88. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father,” said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in an announcement of the death. Francis,…
COHASSET TOWNSHIP, Minn. — The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a juvenile female died in a crash early Sunday morning during a police pursuit. According to Sheriff Dasovich, a deputy saw a vehicle without its headlights on traveling westbound on County Road 63 in the area of County Road 271 around 1:30 a.m. Sunday. The deputy attempted to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department put out an alert Sunday evening about a missing woman. Sherri Lee Monroe, 61, was last seen in the Rices Point area around 10:30 p.m., Saturday, April 19, according to police. Monroe is described as being a Native American female, 5’2″, 100 pounds. If you know anything, you’re encouraged to call 911 and…
Courtesy: Associated Press Marijuana culture’s high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways, including an “Easter nug hunt” in Los Angeles, kosher-style THC gummies in New York and a “blaze and praise” drag brunch in Portland, Oregon. “It seemed appropriate…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The duo who run Uffda Kombucha are developing a new brewery at the former location of Shorty’s and Bucktales on Tower Avenue in Superior. More specifically, the owners of Uffda Kombucha have decided they needed to expand because of their growing success. To accomplish this, the vacant building came up for sale, and after two years of searching,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The public and prospective students were given an inside look at Lake Superior College’s Advanced Aviation Center Friday afternoon. According to the college, their pilot and aviation maintenance programs offer a unique hands on learning experience and prepare students to get a job in a high demand career field. The open house allows the public a chance…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.– After experiencing a rough winter season which resulted in 100-thousand dollars in damage, The Lake County Historical Society is excited to be opening its doors to their light house. The 3M Birthplace Museum, and the Keepers Quarters experienced frozen pipes, which ended in some burst radiators. To help cover some of those costs, back in February, the…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new community space is looking to be a blank canvas for anyone’s creative needs. The Waterstop Infoshop opened it’s doors back in February. Since then the small space has been used for showcase movies, be a place to practice instruments, or a quite place to paint. The founder of the infoshop says the creative space can…
DULUTH, Minn. — The DTA is getting ready to boost its fleet of busses, and bring back some in-demand routes. The nine new busses include new features to meet the growing needs of riders. The new DTA busses are equipped with fat tire compatible bike racks, as well as a new wheelchair securement system. MN-DOT is responsible for the funding…
DULUTH, Minn. — Paige and Nora Wagner of Duluth don’t share the typical sisterly bond. They’re bonding over what most would see as a situation that could bring anyone down. “I couldn’t see in the dark. So, my mom noticed that when we go out in the mornings I would be shuffling because I couldn’t see the ground to…
