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Giuliani is disbarred in New York as court finds he repeatedly lied about Trump’s 2020 election loss

NEW YORK (AP) — Rudolph Giuliani, the former New York City mayor, federal prosecutor and legal adviser to Donald Trump, was disbarred in the state on Tuesday after a court found he repeatedly made false statements about Trump’s 2020 election loss. A New York appeals court in Manhattan ruled that Giuliani, who had already had his New York law license suspended in 2021…

Knowing Your Neighbor: ‘Mythical Minnesota Moose’ Comes to Life

DULUTH, Minn. — On the backside of Spirit Mountain just outside of Duluth city limits, a group of artists spent the waning days of June constructing a glowing homage to Minnesota’s largest native animal. The idea start to form in Dundee, Scottland, where Duluth All Souls Night Artistic Director Mary Plaster connected with Minnesota-born Puppeteer Andrew Kim. “And it was…

Coffee Conversation: Annual Gordon Good Neighbor Days 2024

DULUTH, Minn. — Gordon goes big for its annual Gordon Good Neighbor Days on July 5, 6, & 7 of 2024. Gordon Good Neighbor Days Chair Erik Finstad and Committee Member Dave Hodek joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Tuesday to talk about the festivities. Huge fireworks display, mud volleyball, 5k, duck races, pancake breakfast, classic car show, parade,…

Hibbing Police Make Big Break In 2017 Unsolved Murder Of Businessman

HIBBING, Minn. — The 2017 murder of Hibbing business owner Brian Nelson remains unsolved, as the 7th anniversary of his death approaches next week. But Monday night, FOX 21 confirmed Hibbing police investigators are closing in on the case. After seven years of investigating every lead possible, new forensic technology has created the most credible lead yet into finding out…

Duluth City Council Upgrades Technology For Public To Watch Meetings At Better Quality

DULUTH, Minn.– If you’ve watched the Duluth City Council meetings on television or online over the years, it’s no secret the quality of the broadcast is far from today’s technology. But big upgrades are underway right now. The Council Chamber is getting bigger and better television monitors for the audience to see. New digital cameras are also being installed. All…

Stray Dog Rescued from Culvert in Ashland

ASHLAND, Wis. — A stray dog was rescued from a culvert in Ashland on Monday. The Chequamegon Humane Association posted photos of the rescue. According to the post, it took first responders multiple tries to rescue the stray dog as they kept being interrupted by other calls. But after a while, Ashland Firefighters were able to nudge the dog out….

Concrete Resurfacing Set to Start Along I-35 in Duluth Next Week

DULUTH, Minn. – Expect delays and lane closures if you frequent I-35 through the Duluth tunnels next week. The Minnesota Department of Transportation will start their concrete resurfacing project along the interstate on July 8. Motorists can expect lane closures between 5th Avenue West and 21st Avenue East. Later this summer, the ramps connect southbound I-35 and Lake Avenue/Michigan Street….

2 Dead In Head-On Crash In Town Of Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two people are dead after a head-on collision in the Town of Superior on Sunday, June 30. The crash happened at 8:36 a.m. on STH 35 between Hunter Road and Gustafson Road. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, a northbound Mitsubishi Outlander crossed the center line of STH 35 and struck a southbound Toyota Camry. Both…

Supreme Court Sends Trump Immunity Case Back to Lower Court, Dimming Chance of Trial Before Election

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court extended the delay in the criminal case against Donald Trump on charges he plotted to overturn the 2020 election, reducing the chance that Trump could be tried before the November election. In a historic ruling, the justices said Monday for the first time that former presidents can be shielded from prosecution for at least…

Coffee Conversation: Second Annual Under The Big Top Concert in Ely Benefits Veterans

ELY, Minn. — The Spiritwood Foundation presents the second annual Under The Big Top Concert at Veterans On The Lake on Saturday, July 13 at 7:00 pm. Pat and Donna Surface from the Spiritwood Foundation joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Monday to talk about the success of last year’s inaugural event and the hopes for year two. The…

Duluth Firefighter Visits Dept. After Being Hit By Vehicle While Jogging

The firefighter will now continue his rehabilitation journey in the Northland

DULUTH, Minn. — For Duluth Firefighter Raymond Skoglund, his return home was filled with reunions and smiles. “It feels good to be home, I couldn’t stop smiling when I came to Duluth again,” said Skoglund. But the story started back in January– the then 24-year-old was out for a run when he was hit by a car and left severely…

Diver Drowns In Crane Lake While Trying To Recover Sunken Machinery

CRANE LAKE, Minn. – A scuba diver from Embarrass drowned Sunday while trying to recover a piece of sunken machinery on Crane Lake, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The 50-year-old, William Rebarich was in 70 feet of water when he failed to resurface during the attempt to recover the sunken equipment. Crane Lake is just outside Voyageurs…

52nd Park Point Art Fair Connects Community With Artists

Over 100 artists had booths on Park Point this weekend

DULUTH, Minn. — The weather could not have been better this weekend for the 52nd Park Point Art Fair. Crowds from the Northland and beyond gathered to see over 100 artists with an array of talents. The volunteer-run fair focuses on connecting ‘high-caliber artists directly with the community.’ They also gave out awards for different art styles. This year silk…

Blast From the Past: Earth Rider Hosts Tribute to 1967 Monterey Pop Festival

Twin Ports artists performed their own renditions of some 60's classics

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Things were getting groovy at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior on Sunday afternoon. Fans put on their best “Summer of Love” apparel for ‘Twin Ports Does The Monterey Pop Festival 1967.’ The concert was a tribute to the festival best known for performances by Jimi Hendrix and The Who. It also introduced Janis Joplin and Otis Redding…

70th Annual Spooner Rodeo Coming Soon

  SPOONER, Wi. — This isn’t Spooner’s first rodeo. In July, they will be kicking off their 70th rodeo. Spooner draws a crowd year after year with their annual rodeo. This year, it will take place from Thursday July 11th, to Saturday July 13th. The three day event highlights fun, outgoing western culture. They have activites for guests of all…

CarFit Event Helps Seniors Feel Safe and Comfortable Behind the Wheel

Aspirus St. Luke's focuses on injury prevention with senior drivers

DULUTH, Minn. — Aspirus St. Luke’s held their CarFit event Friday afternoon. The goal? Make senior drivers safer and feel more comfortable in their vehicles. As part of their injury prevention work, Aspirius St. Luke’s is doing their part to keep seniors safe on the road. At Friday’s CarFit event, seniors went through a 12-point checklist with volunteers. Trauma nurse…

FDLTCC Celebrates 2024 Law Enforcement Graduates

CLOQUET Minn.– Hard work and dedication is key for success in the law enforcement field. New recruits were recognized today at the FDLTCC graduation ceremony. A group of 22 students celebrated their law enforcement skills training. At the ceremony, they showed off their discipline with the uniform inspection to loved ones. Some of the students went above and beyond, and…

Donations Pour in at ALLETE Yellow Ribbon Golf Scramble Despite Rain

$60,000 will go towards the Silver Bay Veterans Home, all thanks to today's event

DULUTH, Minn. — The ALLETE Yellow Ribbon Golf Scramble was scheduled for Friday morning. And while the golf was rained out, the fun was not. 208 golfers were signed up for the event, but morning showers made for a change in plans. Spirits remained high, with plenty of food, games, and prizes to go around. “We got rained out today,”…

Preparations Take Place For Chum’s Super Rhubarb Festival

The event takes place June 29th at Stella Maris Academy from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. — Volunteers are busy setting up for Chum’s Super Rhubarb Festival this weekend. On Thursday tables were being put under the food tent and people were making sure everything is ready to go for the fundraising event. The festival has everything rhubarb from rhubarb pies, crisp, juice, brats and more. It all takes place on Saturday, June 29…

Superior Porchfest 2024 Kicks Off

Bringing neighbors together one song at a time, that's the mission of Superior Porchfest and Siggy's Musical Garden

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — It’s that time of year again! The music continued in Superior; Porchfest started Thursday night. Local musicians Breanne Marie and the Front Porch Sinners, Gina Lee, and Sidestreet Detour took to porches around the North End neighborhood. Breanna Marie and the Front Porch Sinners performed across the street from Phoenix Villa Apartments. Siggy’s Musical Garden Executive Director…

4th Annual Mentor North Summer Fest Supports Continued Growth

Earth Rider Brewery Hosted Live Music, Food, and Activities in Support of Mentor North

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Mentor North held its 4th Annual Summer Fest Thursday evening at Earth Rider Brewery Festival Grounds in Superior. The evening of festivities was all the benefit youth mentoring in Superior and Duluth. There was plenty to do, with live music, food, and mega-sized lawn games. Proceeds from tickets and the silent auction went towards Mentor North. Right…

Local Labor Unions Donate to Food Shelves

24 boxes of donated goods are headed to Second Harvest Northland, CHUM, and Union Gospel Mission Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Central Labor Body wrapped up a month-long food drive on Thursday. The drive benefitted Second Harvest Northland, CHUM, and Union Gospel Mission Duluth. Each organization took home eight boxes full of non-perishable donations. These included canned goods, cereal, and even Girl Scout cookies. The Duluth Central Labor Body has participated in food drives in the…

7:30 PM On FOX 21: Biden, Trump In First 2024 Presidential Debate

ATLANTA (AP) — The first general election debate of the 2024 election season is here, and it’s a historic moment no matter what happens on stage. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are taking part in Thursday night’s debate in Atlanta. Not only is it the first-ever matchup between a sitting president and a former one, but it’s also the first debate…

Partnership Supports And Encourages Cancer Patients

DULUTH, Minn. — A partnership to bring warmth and encouragement to those with cancer took place Wednesday. The Annual Subaru Loves to Care initiative is where staff give back to Essentia and Aspirus St. Luke’s by donating blankets, pillows, and messages of hope to patients. They collaborate with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Upper Plains Region to make it happen….

How Much Caffeine is Too Much?

DULUTH, Minn — For many people the mornings don’t start until you’ve had your first cup of coffee and the caffeine that’s in the coffee. But very often that is not the only caffeine you will have during your day. Now there are some questions about how safe caffeine is when taken in large amounts. If you need a little…

Coffee Conversation: “Is This Magic?” Experimental Dance Solo at the NorShor Theatre

DULUTH, Minn. — Two Harbors Dance Artist Kayla Schiltgen will perform experimental dance solo “Is This Magic?” on Saturday, June 29 at The Lab at NorShor Theatre. Schiltgen joined FOX 21 live on the morning newscast Thursday ahead of the performance. “Is This Magic?” will have two showings at The Lab on Saturday, June 29 at 4:00pm & 7:00pm. Performances…

Forum For Wisconsin Assembly Dist. 73

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Two democrats vying for for Wisconsin Assembly Dist. 73 held a public forum in Superior this evening. This comes after Republican Representative Angie Sapik announced she would not seek re-election after the redistricting maps were approved. District 73 now covers the northern portion of Douglas and Bayfield counties. Wednesday evening, Candidates John Adams and Angela Stroud answered submitted…

Exonerated Duluth Priest To Retire July 1

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth Catholic priest who was exonerated in May after being accused of sexual abuse eight years ago has decided to retire. Father William Graham, pastor of St. Michael’s Parish, will retire July 1. The 75-year-old was ordained as a priest of the diocese in 1976. It was also in the 1970s when a man said he…

Minnesota Private Colleges Week at The College of St. Scholastica

DULUTH, Minn. — This week High School students have the opportunity to start exploring college life. It’s Minnesota Private Colleges Week and 18 schools across the state are offering students the chance to get a jump start on their college search. At The College of St. Scholastica, students were welcomed with a presentation, a Q&A panel of current students and…

Hunter Lake Flooding Affects Residents

HUNTER LAKE, Minn. — With events this devastating, there are a number of ways people can be impacted. Craig Luack of Hunter Lake, near the Island Lake Reservoir is just one of many people experiencing the aftermath. It all happens so fast. “So, it’s not a wall of water, it’s a gradual rise. But it’s fast enough that you’re really…

Swiftwater Adventures Closes Due To Flood Levels Causing Dangerous Conditions, Now Reopen

CARLTON, Minn. — A whitewater rafting business on the St. Louis River was forced to close for a few days due to high flooding levels causing dangerous conditions. Swiftwater Adventures owner and operator says last week’s rain caught up to them on Sunday. Water levels passed the company’s safe thresholds for rafting. The water was close to 25,000 cubic feet…

Grandma’s Marathon 2024 Recap

DULUTH, Minn. — The 48th annual Grandma’s Marathon is over and it’s one for the record books. It had the most combined runners ever. More than 17,500 total in the marathon, the half, and the 5K. The weekend went well although earlier in the week there was a good deal of concern about the forecast. There was quite a bit…

Coffee Conversation: One Roof Community Housing talks Homeownership

DULUTH, Minn. — June is National Homeownership Month, and with increased home prices and higher interest rates the U.S. housing market can be intimidating. Enter One Roof Community Housing. One Roof Senior Director of Community Land Trust Jim Philbin and Housing Services Manager Niki Kolodge joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Tuesday with information about homeownership locally. The two…

Single Vehicle Crash Causes Damage To Duluth Railroad Tracks, Minor Injuries Occurred

DULUTH, Minn. — A single vehicle crash happened Monday morning causing damage to some railroad tracks in Duluth. The driver walking away with minor injuries. It happened at 8:50 a.m. around East Superior Street and North 45th Avenue East. The Duluth Police Department says the vehicle was traveling eastbound at extreme speeds when it left the roadway and struck a…

Duluth’s Costco Evacuated Due To Refrigerant Leak, Back Open To The Public

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s Costco was evacuated after smoke was reported coming from the store on Monday afternoon. Authorities say when the Duluth Fire Department arrived, they found a refrigerant leak due to some work on the refrigeration system by workers. Officials say the fire department vented the building and will continue to monitor the situation. The store is now back…

Midwest Flooding Collapses A Rail Bridge, Forces Evacuations And Kills At Least 1

(AP) — A railroad bridge collapsed during flooding in the Midwestern U.S. that has forced water rescues, led to evacuations, caused at least one death and brought additional misery during a vast and stubborn heat wave. The bridge connecting North Sioux City, South Dakota, with Sioux City, Iowa, collapsed into the Big Sioux River late Sunday, an emergency manager said….

Coffee Conversation: Local Band to Release New Music Video Filmed at Duluth Armory

DULUTH, Minn. — Local band Indecent Proposal will release a music video for their new song “Albright” on Tuesday, June 25, filmed in the Historic Duluth Armory on London Road. The band joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Monday to talk about the production. The crew also played a sneak peak of original song “Glow” that has yet to…

Rain Won’t Stop Midsummer Celebrations for the Northland’s Finnish Americans

Sampo Beach Lodge was full of Finnish traditions and festivities for the whole family this afternoon

SAGINAW, Minn. — Finnish Americans and friends gathered at Sampo Beach in Saginaw, Minnesota on Saturday to celebrate Juhannas, also known as Midsummer. A typical Midsummer celebration would involve lots of outdoor games and time spent in the lake. This year, on-and-off rain showers kept the festivities inside. The weather couldn’t stop the fun, with a bake sale, live music,…