SUPERIOR, Wis.- Fox21’s Viktoria Capek had the chance to visit the Head of the Lakes Fair to ask workers and guests what some of their superstitions or rituals were. These were their responses: “We have a lot of things in the carnie world that we believe are superstitious. One of the things that we do is that we wake up…
DULUTH, Minn.- The second Taste of Duluth kicks off this weekend at Bayfront Park. Nearly 100 vendors are bringing Duluth’s arts and cuisine in one spot right next to Lake Superior. Setup for the festival is underway, tents and signs are being placed at Bayfront. The festival is family-friendly and free. “You know how cool is it to be around…
DULUTH, Minn.- Hundreds attended a campaign rally in that featured Senator Bernie Sanders rallying support for state Attorney General candidate Keith Ellison. Ellison is running in a contested DFL primary against four other candidates, three Republicans are also running for the position. “We elect an attorney general that has the history and the courage to stand up to powerful special…
Superior, Wis.- The cowboys have come to Superior! The roughest around came out to stare down other cowboys and show ’em who’s boss at the 2018 Wisconsin State “Smokin’ Gun” Tournament, run by the Black River Bandits Fast Draw Shooting Club. And this year had quite a turnout. “Well we’re having the biggest shoot we’ve ever had,” said Black River…
DULUTH, Minn.- You may not have known that the second supermoon of the summer season happened, but that’s because you couldn’t see it! Not only was the supermoon primarily taking effect while the sun was out, but it was also a new moon, meaning it was in conjunction with the sun and unable to be seen from the earth. With…
Opioid abuse is a national epidemic that affects thousands of people across the country. And the United States Health & Human Services Deputy Secretary came all the way to Duluth to see how this crisis is a major problem in the Northland and what needs to be done to correct it. Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan says he knows St. Louis…
DULUTH, Minn. – By 2019 Lincoln Park in Duluth will have a new and improved look after securing funding for its restoration. The plan is to relocate the playground, fix the fire damaged WPA Pavilion and repair the failing infrastructure. The $1.5 million needed for restoration will come from community and business donations and grants like the Super Bowl Legacy Fund. City…
DULUTH, Minn. – Opa!! Everyone is invited to experience the flavors of Greek culture at the 26th Annual Taste of Greece in Duluth. It happens on both Saturday and Sunday at Marshall School. Organizers were getting ready to welcome the more than 3,000 people who usually show up every year. It’s one of the few places in the Northland where…
DULUTH, Minn. – One big event happening this weekend is Lake Superior Days and people in Duluth are already getting a head start. Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center was full of people learning more about Lake Superior. The Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation Society is participating in Lake Superior days for the first time. They are working toward restoring the…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-A 33-year-old man in Superior has been sentenced after being found guilty on multiple charges related to child sex crimes and the abduction of a 14-year-old girl from the state of Virginia in a case dating back to 2015. Peter Diehl will serve 35 years in prison and 25 years of probation. According the Douglas County District Attorney, Diehl…
DULUTH, Minn. –A Cook, Minn. homicide suspect has been caught in Cass County, Mich. Daniel Gregory Lynn, 40, of South Bend, Ind. is a suspect in the alleged homicide of Christina Marie Woods, 28, also of South Bend. Woods was reported missing in early June and investigators believe she had traveled to Minnesota. Her remains were found on July 2…
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WASHINGTON-The Justice Department has announced charges against 12 Russian intelligence officers for hacking offenses during the 2016 presidential election. The indictments were announced Friday by Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein as part of the ongoing special counsel probe into potential coordination between the Trump campaign and Russia. The Russians are accused of hacking into the computer networks of the Democratic…
DULUTH, Minn. – Summer is now in full swing, and many are enjoying time off from school or work by experiencing new adventures for the first time at Spirit Mountain in Duluth. Executive Director Brandy Ream says whether your a child or an adult, there’s a camp for you to take part in. Camps are offered on the mountain bike trails…
ELLESBOROUGH, England-President Donald Trump is unabashedly repeating his criticism of European immigration policies, saying migrants are “changing the culture.” During a press conference with British Prime Minster Theresa May on Friday, Trump backtracks on his criticism of his counterpart in an explosive interview released as he began his visit to the country. but he reiterates his belief that Europe’s decision…
DULUTH, Minn. – It rarely happens, but when it does, many people stay home, away from mirrors, and run past ladders. Friday the thirteen is today, and many will be spending a good amount of time visiting with Duluth’s professional psychic Lady Ocalat at her office on West Superior Street. Lady Ocalat says triskaidekaphobia is fear or avoidance of the number…
DULUTH, Minn.-The Northland is going to the dogs as the 70th Annual Duluth Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show takes place July 12-July 15 . Dogs of all shapes sizes and colors come out to strut their stuff at the DECC. The event is open to more than just dogs and their owners. “Well a lot of people come here…
SCANLON, Minn. — With the recent heavy rainfall across the Northland, the river levels are high and the water is rushing! This makes for a perfect wild whitewater rafting experience! Join Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for this week’s Active Adventures at Minnesota Whitewater Rafting in Scanlon, as she takes us head first into the rapids! LOCATION: 3214 River Gate Ave, Cloquet, MN 55720…
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DULUTH, Minn.- A nationwide deal allowing anyone to pay the same price as their age to take home a Build-A-Bear stuffed animal brought long lines to the Miller Hill Mall on Thursday. The deal, which caused chaos in certain stores across the country, brought people from all over the Northern Midwest to make and take home their new friend. Families…
DULUTH, Minn.- Starting 9:00 p.m. Thursday evening, the ramp from Mesaba Avenue southbound on to interstate 35 will be closing until 5:00 a.m. Friday morning. Construction crews will be removing the concrete bridge deck over the ramp. Minnesota Department of Transportation Engineer Todd Campbell told Fox 21 details on the detour opening up for the project. “The reason we’re detouring…
DULUTH, Minn. If you think it’s been a rather active and stormy spring and summer across the Northland, you’re right. Numerous severe weather events have brought damaging winds and hail, along with massive and historic flooding. As of Thursday, July 12, 2018, the National Weather Service office in Duluth, Minnesota, has issued 134 severe thunderstorm warnings this year. Checking the…
DULUTH, Minn. – After completing a short summer program, 15 welding students are now prepared and equipped with the necessary tools to fill jobs in the Wisconsin area. The “Weld Now” program, partnered through Northwest Wisconsin CEP and WITC-Superior, is fully funded by the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, allowing these students to participate in the program for free….
PROCTOR, Minn.- County fairs are underway in the Twin Ports and 4H is a big part of it all, teaching students how to raise livestock and perform. These County Fairs are the big show for the animal caretakers, it’s the time they get to show off all their hard work after training animals one–on–one to perform, this weekend is the…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Slip seawall reconstruction project continues. We spoke with officials at Minnesota Pollution Control Agency who say the project is a long time coming, practically for over 20 years. Removal of the contaminated sediment in the Minnesota Slip in Canal Park by the MPCA will begin October first through November. Before this process begins the new seawall needs to…
DULUTH, Minn. – All it takes for some of the bike trails around Duluth to close and be unrideable is about a quarter inch of rain. But staff members with the Cyclists of Gitchee Gumme Shores (COGGS) say most of the trails are built to withstand that amount. And over the last number of years many of the trails have…
DULUTH, Minn.-New details on the construction progress of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church have emerged. The church suffered from a massive fire back in 2016 and now a timetable has been set for when construction is completed. The pastor of the church told Fox 21 they hope to be open by Easter of next year. Crews could be seen working on…
DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth’s Commission on Disabilities is taking some steps to make the campus more inclusive and accessible. During the semiannual Accessibility Walk faculty, staff and community members are checking the campus to make ensure everyone can access all buildings. Some of the main points they’re looking for include any damage to the buildings and…
DULUTH, Minn. – A fun morning for coffee lovers in Duluth. It was the summer edition of what’s called the city’s Largest Coffee Break. The last one happened over the winter. So now that the weather has warmed up it was time to have another one. Many people showed up for the free coffee and donuts. All this was to…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Much of Northwestern Wisconsin is still in the recovery stages after recent heavy rain and flooding. Gov. Scott Walker has now requested the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to conduct a damage assessment to determine if the state will receive a federal disaster declaration. FEMA representatives will spend a few days in Douglas County surveying the area…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A Minnesota man is accused of driving drunk and putting a 1-year-old boy behind the wheel of his SUV in a Minneapolis suburb. Thirty-one-year-old Domonic Green of Hopkins is charged with child endangerment and DWI in connection with the Saturday night incident. Both charges are gross misdemeanors, punishable by up to a year in jail. Police say…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – An attorney for a Minneapolis man is drawing parallels between his client’s lawsuit and the recent debate over police urging paramedics to sedate unruly people. Forty-eight-year-old John Powell says he suffered breathing problems and needed emergency care after suburban police allegedly asked paramedics to inject him with the powerful sedative ketamine three years ago. Powell filed a…
(Evan Frost/Minnesota Public Radio via AP)ST. ANTHONY, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s oldest living person has added another candle to her birthday cake. Minnesota Public Radio News reports Evelyn Kleine turned 111 years old this week at a community home in St. Anthony where she is a bingo and cribbage champ. Kleine was born in northeast Minnesota on July 11, 1907….
DULUTH, Minn. –Eugene Stumbaugh, 53, of Ashland, has been charged with multiple counts including attempted homicide after allegedly trying to start his former girlfriend on fire last weekend. He’s facing these charges: One count: Attempted first degree intentional homicide; domestic abuse; domestic abuse assessments; domestic abuse repeater (during 72 hour no contact period). This carries a sentence of up to…
MORA, Minn. (AP) – Powerful overnight storms dumped significant amounts of rain in northeast and east-central Minnesota, leading to floods and washed-out roads in some areas. The National Weather Service says between four to seven inches of rain fell by Thursday morning from the Lake Mille Lacs area southeast to Mora, roughly 70 miles north of the Twin Cities. Flood…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s Halloween in July, little Northlanders are dressing in their favorite costumes. Children are running the bases at Portman Square dressed in their best costumes. This has been a long–time tradition, a specially for one mother who grew up participating and now takes her children. “I do have a lot of costumes I just wanted to try something new because…
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DULUTH, Minn. – In 2017, the first annual Taste of Duluth Festival attracted over 6,000 people to Bayfront Festival Park. This year, organizers are hoping to go above and beyond when it comes to attendance. Taste of Duluth will run from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Saturday, July 14. Organizers say Taste of Duluth celebrates the rich cultural heritage of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Cooking Connection with Corktown Deli & Brews. Sink your teeth into the S.S. SUBMARINE SUB SANDWICH! RECIPE: Smoked salmon spread, brined onions, capers, dressed greens on a crusty baguette. LOCATION: Corktown is located in the Lincoln Park District at 1906 W Superior St, Duluth, MN 55806. HOURS: Sun – Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am-10pm Categories: Community, Cooking…
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ROSEMOUNT, Minn. (AP) — Authorities say a mother and daughter were killed when an 800-pound boulder rolled off the back of a truck and struck their car in suburban St. Paul. Police in Rosemount are looking for the driver of the truck. Sixty-seven-year-old Karen Christiansen and her 32-year-old daughter, Jena Christiansen, were killed Monday afternoon when their Toyota Avalon was…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department responded to a structure fire just after 5:30 a.m. Thursday morning. Fire crews arrived at 2415 Ensign Street to find a heavy fire around a cross cupola on the roof of Christ Lutheran Church. Crews say the fire was quickly contained, but initial damage estimates are $50,000 for the structure and $25,000 for…
DULUTH, Minn.- Maintaining classic cars is a hobby for car enthusiasts and showing off their beloved vehicles downtown is a large part of the fun. Car lovers and families jam-packed the streets. We stopped by one unique car that came from out of state. “Oh the people, the people you meet is the best part,” car owner Eugene Altiere said. “It’s unusual…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a busy summer on West Superior Street with the massive reconstruction underway, but that’s not stopping Sidewalk Days. It’s quite the view on Superior Street as Sidewalk Days and the construction are both in full force. Every summer for over a decade of clothes, art, and plenty of food line the sidewalks of Superior Street creating…
DULUTH, Minn.- While blankets are always needed in Duluth weather, they are extra special at St. Luke’s Hospital and Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center. About 40 blankets were given out to cancer patients at both hospitals. And it’s all thanks to Miller Hill Subaru in Duluth. As part of their 3rd annual Subaru Cares Program, they accepted donations of…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police Officers responded to a report of a single vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon in the 4200 block of Grand Avenue. When officers arrived they found that an adult driver had left the roadway hitting the front porch of a house. The driver of the vehicle is under investigation for DWI. There are no injuries reported with…
CLOQUET, Minn. – In less than 30 days the Friends of Animals Humane Society in Cloquet will close its doors. The announcement was made on a Facebook post Tuesday that left many in the community asking questions and wondering why. For much of her life Friends of Animals (FOA) has been almost like a second home to Mary Nelson. “I’ve…
DULUTH, Minn. – You may have heard the newly renovated Minnesota Slip Bridge — also known as the “little blue bridge” — had a mechanical failure on Monday that caused it to stay in the down position for a few hours. Some may think this is a big deal for a bridge that just went under a multi-million dollar overhaul…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth YMCA hosted its 11th annual Sidewalk Shuffle on Wednesday morning as part of the Sidewalk Days. Hundreds of runners gathered in Downtown Duluth at the lake walk for the 5K. Participants could register online and all the money goes to funding scholarships for children in need. The scholarships, which is part of the YMCA’s annual…
DULUTH, Minn. – After their recent meeting, the Duluth Schools Business Committee recognized the various deferred maintenance projects that the district is dealing with as part of its 10 year facilities plan. One project in desperate need of renovation is the Old Central High School, which has been an iconic and historic part of Duluth for decades. The school now…
