DULUTH, Minn. – Doorbell video shows a 2024 Lakeside/Lester Park drive-by, where a man shot at his brother’s home. In doorbell footage, obtained by FOX 21, 43-year-old Justin Lee Miller is seen rolling to a stop in his truck on Sep. 22, 2024, and firing one shot into his brother’s Lakeside/Lester Park neighborhood home. The bullet struck the bedroom of…
DULUTH, Minn. – 23 local nonprofits gathered for a press conference to address the potential impacts of federal budget cuts. Chum, Second Harvest Northland, Safe Haven, One Roof Community Housing, and 19 other local nonprofits outside Representative Pete Stauber’s office in Hermantown to address the concerns of potential federal cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and other social safety net programs supported…
DULUTH, Minn.– Tuesday morning, at multiple locations around the Northland, more than 290 Essentia Health nurses and health care professionals with the Minnesota Nurses’ Association are making their voices heard. “Since issuing our strike notice, we have offered to meet every single day, and Essentia has declined every single time, only offering two meetings this month, we are here demanding…
DULUTH, Minn. & SUPERIOR, Wis. – We were so excited for Navy Week in the Twin Ports. We took a quick look back at some of the events and activities Sailors did around town for Navy Week 2025. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
Fully cooked turkey bacon products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm), WASHINGTON, D.C. – Kraft Heinz Foods Company is recalling approximately 367,812 pounds of fully cooked turkey bacon sold under the name Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon Original. The Food Safety and Inspection Service says the product that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm). The problem was discovered after the establishment’s…
RICE LAKE, Minn. – Rice Lake Mayor Suzanne Herstad has resigned. In a news release, Mayor Herstad’s resignation letter was quoted saying, “Serving this remarkable community has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together during my time in office, and I leave hopeful in a future of…
WISCONSIN — Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced a proposal to increase tuition for undergraduates by up to 5%. The proposal would see a 4% increase at all universities, and an optional 1% additional increase. All universities except UW-Green Bay intends to take the optional increase. UW-River Falls is seeking an additional increase to support student success initiatives,…
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Board has voted to temporarily waive the fees associated with land use and septic permits for those trying to Jenkins Creek fire in the distance. Camp House fire in the forefront. rebuild after the 2025 spring wildfires. They are waiving permit fees through January 4, 2026. It’s specifically for replacement of structures and…
Fox News (From Video) Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is joining a multistate coalition calling for a halt to what he says are unconstitutional immigration raids. Ellison and attorneys general from 17 other states have filed an amicus brief in support of plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Trump-era immigration enforcement practices in Los Angeles. The case, Vasquez Perdomo v….
Coastal TV News Heads up for drivers in Eveleth—bridge construction is about to impact travel next week. From July 15th through the 18th, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will be placing new bridge beams at Highway 53 and Highway 37. During the daytime work hours, flaggers will direct traffic on Highway 37, with drivers facing delays of up to 10…
(AP) – For the first time in almost 20 years, travelers may no longer have to take off their shoes during security screenings at certain U.S. airports. The Transportation Security Administration is looking to abandon the requirement, according to media reports. If implemented, it would put an end to a security screening mandate put in place almost 20 years ago,…
Valleyfair Food lovers and thrill-seekers have a brand new reason to visit Valleyfair this weekend. The Twin Cities’ biggest amusement park is introducing the Juicy Lucy Festival—a sizzling tribute to Minnesota’s iconic cheese-stuffed burger. Running July 12–13 and July 19–20, the Juicy Lucy Festival features bold new twists on the classic burger. Festival highlights include unique creations like the Minnesota…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Festival of Sail Duluth returns to the city this week, July 10-13, with an exciting new addition: a high dive competition. Festival organizer Craig Samborski and Owen Weymouth, national event coordinator for USA Diving, joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast with more. The annual celebration brings maritime history to life with towering ships, deck tours,…
CLOQUET, Minn. – A man arrested for DWI, is accused of also headbutting a nurse at Cloquet Memorial Hospital. Kash Steven Ankarlo, 34, of Esko, is charged with offenses including fourth-degree assault on a hospital personnel, escape from custody, and child endangerment, in relation to an incident on July 3, in Cloquet. According to court documents, Cloquet Police were called…
DULUTH, Minn. – The William A. Irvin is set to host a free concert series for the second time. This August, a free, family-friendly concert series will be held every Thursday evening on the historic freighter’s spar deck, offering unbeatable views of the Aerial Lift Bridge and Lake Superior. People are welcome to arrive early, as the shows have…
DULUTH, Minn. – Earlier today, the high dive platform was completed just in time for the first test dive. The diving platform was fully assembled this evening over at the DECC, allowing Owen Weymouth, the USA diving national event coordinator, to perform the first test dive while bystanders watched in awe. The test dive assured that the platform is…
BRIMSON, Minn. — St. Louis Environmental Services has opened a temporary solid waste collection site in the Brimson area for residents to dispose of fire damaged materials. The temporary transfer station is expected to handle scrap metal, burn debris, wood structures, shingles, brick and concrete. Those items will be accepted free of charge. Liquids, trees and brush will not be…
FLOODWOOD, Minn. — Firefighters in Floodwood remained on the scene Monday after a large fire ignited Friday at a longtime business. Courtesy: Northland Fire Wire The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Friday at the Mat, Inc. facility on Highway 2. When firefighters arrived, they encountered an 18,000-gallon propane tank with 40-foot flames, according to the Northland Fire Wire. A…
WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Pete Stauber (MN-08) along with other members of Congress sent a letter to Canada’s Ambassador. Rep. Tom Tiffany (R) Wisconsin It urged stronger forest management practices to mitigate wildfire risk after consecutive years of heavy smoke blowing south from Canada to Minnesota and Wisconsin. It read in part, “We know a key…
A man drowned while swimming in Tettegouche State Park. The incident happened on the 4th of July around 1 p.m. The Lake County Sheriff’s said Hari Senagana, 25, of Kansas was seen struggling at Illgen Falls before going under. The St. Louis County Rescue Squad was called in to help with the recovery efforts. The victim’s body was recovered in…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A Carlton County Deputy initiated a traffic stop on a Chevrolet Avalanche on Reservation Road in Cloquet for speeding and active warrants. The driver of the vehicle refused to stop and traveled onto an ATV trail where the vehicle stopped. Two male occupants fled into the woods. Carlton County Deputies along with Officers from the Cloquet and…
CORONA TOWNSHIP, Minn. — Early Sunday morning, Carlton County Deputies responded to a 911 call from a 40-year-old woman reporting she had been “beat up” by her 15-year-old daughter. The female victim was found conscious with several lacerations and injuries. She said she did not know how she was assaulted and that she had been sleeping prior to the assault….
DULUTH, Minn. — Downtown Duluth is gearing up for its biggest summer celebration with the newly rebranded Downtown Duluth Days, formerly known as Sidewalk Days. Kristi Stokes, Downtown Duluth President, joined Fox 21 live on the morning newscast Monday to talk more about it. The event is taking place July 9 and 10. Click here for more information. Categories: Coffee…
DULUTH, Minn. – The 25th annual Duluth Air Show brought a showstopping lineup, resulting in record-breaking crowds. The Air and Aviation Expo brought high-flying excitement to the Duluth International Airport over the Independence Day weekend, even setting a new record for attendance today. This year’s “Red, White and Blues” celebration featured performances by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, Canadian Forces…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Nurses Association and Essentia Health have reached a tentative agreement, averting the strike for acute care nurses in the area. The agreement affects roughly 1,500 Essentia Health hospital nurses at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center, Essentia Health-Duluth and Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital-Superior. According to a release from the MNA the agreement includes updates to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Nurses Association has cancelled their proposed Unfair Labor Practice strike against Aspirus St. Luke’s as a tentative agreement for a new contract nears. On Thursday, the MNA said “significant movement was made across the bargaining table” following more than 30 hours of negotiations over the past week. Minor details will still be finalized early next…
HIBBING, Minn. – A man was shot in the stomach after he broke into a Hibbing Apartment and assaulted the two occupants, charges allege. Hibbing Police responded to an apartment on the 500 block of East 40th Street around 5:30 a.m. last Friday, Jun. 29, for a report of shots fired, according to court documents. Officers spoke with the apartment’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Anyone that’s been in Duluth long enough knows the roar of the Blue Angels’ jets racing across the sky. Thousands will gather at the Airport this weekend, to watch as they perform dazzling stunts. They’ll do practice runs throughout today and tomorrow, getting a lay of the land before the big event. But, before the practice runs…
DULUTH, Minn. – The STARBASE explorers ended their graduation launch ceremony TODAY, with a special guest speaker from the U.S. NAVY As part of Duluth Navy Week, the STARBASE explorers wrapped up their week-long STEM summer camp with a graduation launch ceremony, where they showcased the hands-on skills they learned. The event was made even more special by a visit…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 1. H.R. 1 is also called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. “In November, the American people elected President Trump and gave him the majorities in both the House and Senate with a clear mandate: to restore safety and unleash prosperity across our nation. Today,…
Tom Tiffany (R) Wisconsin 7th Congressional District WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 1. H.R. 1 is also called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. “The top priorities going into this election were clear: secure the border and deliver relief to hardworking families. This bill keeps those promises by providing tax…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) has announced it has come to tentative agreements with Twin Cities-area hospitals. In their announcement they said, “Duluth prepares for action”. MNA agreed to the tentative terms with Allina Health, Children’s Minnesota, M Health Fairview, HealthPartners and North Memorial Health. The MNA is still working to get deals with Aspirus St. Luke’s…
Spongy Moth spraying plane DULUTH, Minn. & ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is preparing to do aerially spraying across parts of Aitkin, Carlton, Itasca, Pine, and St. Louis counties to slow the spread of Spongy Moth. There will be 24 sites sprayed across the area. The Spongy Moth is a destructive invasive forest pest. The spray…
Photo CourtesyMinnesota National Guard DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County Environmental Services is opening a temporary solid waste collection site in the Brimson-area to dispose of materials damaged by recent wildfires. The collection site will be at the old County garage, 3115 Highway 44 in Brimson. This site is for wildfire debris only. Beginning Monday, July 7, the site will…
DULUTH, Minn. — As part of Duluth Navy Week, members of the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes Woodwind Quintet appeared live on Fox 21’s morning show Thursday. Petty Officer Third Class Cameron West and Lieutenant David Harbuziuk joined the broadcast to talk about their ensemble, Fair Winds. The group performed their rendition of the national march, “The Stars and Stripes…
DULUTH, Minn. – A woman is threatened with a knife after walking in on an active domestic assault, charges allege. Ray Charles Brantley, 65, is charged with second-degree terroristic threats and domestic assault for an incident that occurred at an apartment on the 200 block of North 2nd Ave East around 3:00 a.m. Sunday. Duluth Police responded to the apartment,…
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Louis county leaders put out a warning to residents Wednesday to say President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” – if passed — would cost the county at least $16 million. As written now, the federal bill would shift Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) costs from the federal government to the states, according to the county. For…
DULUTH, Minn. – The 10th annual Concerts on the Pier are back, bringing live music to the water. People gathered for an evening of live music at the Glensheen Lakeside Pier. The free event is open to everyone, offering food, drinks, and room to bring lawn chairs or blankets. It’s a unique way to enjoy summer with friends and…
SOUTH RANGE, Wis.– Customers are wasting no time getting their firework fix. “I think everybody’s feeling pretty patriotic this year and looking to celebrate good,” beamed Jason Deatherage, owner of ‘KG Fireworks’. But before it gets to the customers, there’s a lot to keep in mind leading up to it. “We always try to be prepared and have a lot…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Continuing the Navy Week Coverage, the Woodwind Quintet played at the Bong Veterans Historical Center yesterday. The five active-duty musicians are here to show the area that there is a variety of opportunities in the Navy. They mainly perform ceremonies and events, playing at boot camp graduations, retirements, promotions, public concerts, and more. “We play a ton…
DULUTH, Minn. — Power up the Plaza kicked off this week. Due to the rain, they moved it into the Tech Village Lobby. There was free coffee, treats, time to network, and of course, with Navy Week, who better to provide the music than the ‘Liberty Call’ Brass Band. Another portion of the Navy Band Great Lakes, this jazzy group…
DULUTH, Minn. — As Navy Week continues in Duluth, sailors got in the water, this time to feed some fish. Members of the U.S Navy stopped by the Great Lakes Aquarium to do some community outreach, teaching kids and families about the history and importance of the Navy. To promote the influence of marine animals to the Navy, two sailors…
Holyoke Township, MN — July 1, 2025 — A house fire late Tuesday night in the 1000 block of N Holyoke Drive resulted in a total loss of the home, according to the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the scene around 9:50 p.m. and found the residence fully engulfed in flames. The homeowners were not present at the…
Sean “Diddy Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop’s most celebrated figures behind bars for life. The mixed result came on the third day of deliberations. It could still send Combs, 55, to prison for as long as a decade, and is likely to…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A body was found near a vehicle linked to a missing Cloquet couple, as the search continues for the second person more than a month after their disappearance. Daniel Latterel and Jane Korpela were reported missing in late May. On June 29, authorities in Aitkin County located Latterel’s SUV in a remote, wooded area about two miles…
DULUTH, Minn. – A man charged with fatally stabbing his wife in their Duluth apartment, has a history of violent out-of-state convictions against previous partners, court records show. A Duluth man, originally from Arkansas, is charged with the stabbing death of his 49-year-old wife, Anissa Gay Cope, at their Lincoln Park apartment on Saturday evening. Corddarro Andrew Cope, 37, was…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – There is good news tonight for homeowners who have lead service lines. After the city of Superior and Superior Water, Light and Power reached a contractual deal, Governor Tony Evers signed the Senate bill into law, allowing the funding to come to Superior. “The federal funding will now flow through the utility, and the city has committed…
DULUTH, Minn. – Miller-Dwan Foundation and Essentia Health announced they will be temporarily pausing care at Solvay Hospice House beginning July 8. The announcement was made in response to the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) plan to begin an open-ended strike at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Solvay is owned by Miller-Dwan Foundation and care within Solvay is provided by…
Photo CourtesyMinnesota National Guard DULUTH, Minn. & ST. PAUL, Minn. – Governor Tim Walz announced the authorization of emergency assistance for areas of St. Louis County that suffered damage caused by wildfires in May. The funding and public assistance will aid in rebuilding public infrastructure damaged by the fires. In making the announcement Governor Walz said in a news release, “I’m…
DULUTH, Minn. — Mayor Reinert Officially proclaimed July 1st as Navy Day for the City of Duluth. This proclamation helps recognize the history between Duluth and the U.S. Navy. The Navy Band and Ceremonial Guard performed at the proclamation. Duluthians and Navy Sailors gathered for the ceremony. The Sailors will be here all week, at public events to engage with…
