SUPERIOR, Wis.– A press conference highlighting the importance of small business communities took place in Superior today. Earlier this week, the Harris and Walz campaign announced a ten-fold increase proposal in the small business tax deduction for startup costs. They hope this plan will be a game changer for entrepreneurs with dreams of starting up a business of their own….
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A golf scramble in Superior today focused on the importance of the Douglas County Historical Society. The second annual Golf Tournament and Fundraisers for DCHS took off today at Nemadji Golf Course. Last year, the event brought in the museum $9,000. The golf course welcomed 17 teams teeing up for this scramble. Officials from DCHS say they’re hoping…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new boutique hotel in the heart of Downtown Duluth is celebrating its grand opening. The Intrepid Boutique Hotel is located on the 200 block of East Superior Street with views of Lake Superior. Owners tell Fox 21 the goal was to bring luxury accommodations to the historic arts and theatre district. “Really gives a concept of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Law enforcement agencies across Minnesota and Wisconsin are urging drivers to make sure their passengers are safe on the roads. Officials say drivers tend to be more focused on road safety during the busy summer travel months. But after Labor Day travel slows down and more mistakes are made, some deadly. “As we enter into the fall…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A long-time thrift store looking for new owners. The announcement comes after owners say they are up against some health challenges. Earth Exchange opened their Superior location in 2008. The thrifting business has always been home to large furniture sets, upcycled clothes, DVDs, and more. But now are looking to sell the whole business. Earth Exchanged announced…
DULUTH, Minn. — Fall migration season is in full swing at Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory in Duluth. The non-profit has been counting birds for over 50 years. They work with other Hawk watches across North America to understand populations and how birds are doing. They also have staff around to educate visitors on different species. Birds come from all over,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Children’s book authors Jenn and Isaac Hunt are celebrating the one-year anniversary of their publishing debut. In just a year, the Hunts have expanded their literary portfolio with four additional books. Their collection now includes: Snowy Halloween, The Yellow Dragon, The Blue Fox, The Wheels on the Ram, The Little Skunk that Didn’t Stink, The Purple Kangaroo, and Donut Man. Two…
The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is reporting an apparent hit-and-run involving a pedestrian. The incident was reported around 4:45 p.m. Thursday. That’s when first-responders and law enforcement were dispatched to the 5300 block of Highway 25, which is just south of the city of Kinney. A 26-year-old man was found lying in the ditch. Officials said the man was…
WINDER, Ga. (AP) — The father of the teenager charged in the killing four people at a Georgia high school has been arrested, authorities said Thursday. Colin Gray, 54, the father of Colt Gray, has been charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder and eight counts of cruelty to children, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Noodles & Company is one week away from opening in Superior. The establishment is located at 1624 Belknap Street, which is near the Superior Public Library. The doors open Wednesday, Sept. 11. The company describes the chain as a fast-casual brand serving globally-inspired noodle dishes, among other items like salads. This is the second Twin Ports location. …
DULUTH, Minn.–Local outdoor-based companies are urging voters this November to take them into consideration. Renewal of lottery funds for outdoor conservation will be on the ballot for every Minnesotan. For thirty years now, a portion of state lottery gets funded for preservation of outdoor spaces. Overtime, it has provided over one billion dollars for the Great Outdoors. Officials say, if…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A once polluted Woodstock Bay in the St. Louis River is now restored for swimming and outdoor recreation. The new bay features the only boat launch within the 44-00-acre Superior Municipal Forest. This 1.4-million-dollar project encourages visiting the wetlands in the urban setting. Woodstock Bay is home to unique scenic outlooks, a pavilion, and a canoe landing. Superior…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A new exhibit at the Bong Museum features a hidden gem in the army. The latest addition at the museum is shedding light on postmaster ship in the US Army. At age 40, after delivering mail in Cloquet Clarence Scheibe joined the army, and was responsible for delivering mail overseas. This ranged from top secret communication to…
DULUTH, Minn. — There is an update on the fish kill that happened in July in Duluth’s Tischer Creek. State officials say the amount of drinking water released into the creek was much larger than first reported by the City of Duluth. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says the initial report was 500,000 gallons from the Woodland Reservoir. The City…
DULUTH, Minn.– A woman is facing felony charges in connection to a shooting outside of the Hells Angels’ clubhouse in Eveleth, MN, according to court documents. Adrien Marie Gunderson, 39, of Forbes, MN is charged with ‘Drive by Shooting Toward Occupied Building’ and unlawful possession of a firearm. The charges stem from an early morning shooting on Labor Day, which…
WISCONSIN– Black bear hunting season got underway in Wisconsin Wednesday. Hunters need to enter a lottery to get a license. Despite the extra steps, DNR officials are seeing an interest in bear hunting steadily increase, while other hunts, such as during deer season, seem to be declining. “When people compare it to deer hunting, they quickly, I think, realize…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Superior Mayor Jim Paine is moving up plans to overhaul a crumbling section of Tower Avenue. The redesign and rebuild of this road will be between Belknap down to 28th Street. This project was originally scheduled to start in 2027 or 2028. But Paine said, this fix can’t wait. Especially with the upcoming closure of the Blatnik Bridge…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Transit Authority has found success after making major changes to its bus system. One year ago the DTA launched ‘The Better Bus Blueprint.’ It added two new “GO” routes and consolidated many of its local stops. The system is designed to efficiently transport riders to city activity centers. In its inaugural year, the new system…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Today class is back in session for the Yellowjackets. The coffee shop is brewing, pool is being played, and tabling has begun! UW Superior welcomed back students today for their first day. It’s a great way for everyone to get to know their peers outside of class. A senior said, the warm welcome eases the back-to-school jitters! “It’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Scholastica welcomed its freshman class with a convocation on Tuesday. The ceremony was led by a group of Alumni who graduated over 50 years ago. It’s all about demonstrating community and comradery among students — new and from the past. Alumni this year happened to be all women, which school officials tell us demonstrates the school’s…
WINDER, Ga. (AP) — A shooting at a Georgia high school Wednesday caused an unknown number of injuries and a suspect was arrested in a chaotic scene in which officers swarmed the campus and students rushed for shelter in the football stadium. One suspect was in custody, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement. Shortly before 10:30 a.m.,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library is getting ready for its annual book sale fundraiser. The Friends of the Library will host the sale September 13th and 14th. There will be deals on books, DVDs, and magazines. And if you want children’s books there will be plenty. Many of them are coming from the now-closed Lake Superior Elementary library….
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DULUTH, Minn. — A longtime dream has become a reality for the St. Scholastica community. On Tuesday, school officials, trustees, students and alumni gathered for the ribbon cutting of a new student center. The building is a culmination of years of fundraising and planning to ensure this center will serve the needs of students. “The student center is the dream…
DULUTH, Minn.–‘Welcome Week’ has kicked off at Twin Ports-Area YMCA locations. Now through September 8th, anybody can walk in for free to try things out at the gym. Everything from yoga classes, equipment and taking a dip in the pool. The YMCA executive director of the Hermantown location tells us, Welcome Week is a great way to take a…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– It was a special first day at Superior Middle School. That’s because Governor Tony Evers paid a visit. It was part of his back-to-school tour today. Evers has a long career in education ranging from being a teacher all the way up to state superintendent. “To me it’s even more important to be in schools especially at this…
DULUTH, Minn. — Recommendations for the Sixth Judicial District judge seat have been announced. The Commission on Judicial Selection making the announcement Tuesday. There are 3 candidates up for consideration. Jeffrey Boucher: Jeffrey Boucher is the chief deputy attorney of the Carlton County Attorney’s Office, where he manages adult criminal prosecutions, complex violent felonies, and financial crimes. He serves as…
POLTAVA, Ukraine (AP) — Two ballistic missiles blasted a military academy and nearby hospital Tuesday in Ukraine, killing more than 50 people and wounding more than 200 others, Ukrainian officials said, in one of the deadliest Russian strikes since the war began. The missiles tore into the heart of the Poltava Military Institute of Communication’s main building, causing several stories to collapse. It didn’t…
Northland — Steve Solkela introduces La Serva Padrona: Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s Comic Opera, September 11-15. The shows will take place at The Lyric Center, Virginia, MN & Douglas Co. Historical Society, Superior, Wi. Show and ticket information can be found here. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Today’s weather brought together the public and politicians alike for a picnic in Bayfront Park. The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) has held their annual Labor Day picnic for several decades now. Members say that the historical ties to labor unions here in the Northland, has kept attendance strong over the years….
CLOQUET, Minn.– For some people, celebrating Labor Day can be a little more mechanical. Self-proclaimed “motor heads” flocked to Cloquet to see all 90 cars at the show. They’re showcasing cars from different eras, or simply displaying their latest project. Officials say it’s always a great time to get together and check out the collection of cars! Some of the…
DULUTH, Minn.–Fall is in the air. And on the ground, there were over forty glass leaf pendants for people to find today! The leaf sprinkle drew quite the crowd. Tons of folks gathered along the lakewalk in search of their very own leaf pendant. Lake Superior Art Glass hid these leaves along the lakewalk and Canal Park. The pendants…
EVELTH, Minn. – Charges are pending against one person in connection to a shooting outside a building in Eveleth Monday morning. Police say they got word of the shooting on the 400 block of Grant Avenue at 6:16 a.m. on September 2, 2024. The initial call was for a report of someone shooting a gun at the caller who fled…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The Duluth Superior Pride Festival held its annual pride parade on Tower Avenue in Superior. The parade was one of the final events of the festival weekend. The Duluth Superior Pride Festival happens on Labor Day weekend and is an opportunity for people to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
SUPERIOR, Wis.– All cowboys and cowgirls gathered at the Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds in Superior as The Great Northern Classic Rodeo wrapped up with its final show of the weekend. This is the 33rd year of the Superior rodeo where people could enjoy food, drinks, and the matinee performance. A few of the events included bareback riding, steer wrestling,…
DULUTH, Minn. – One person is in custody in connection to a structure fire that killed one in Duluth back on July 25, 2024 Duluth Police say they arrested a 25-year old man on Sunday, September 1, 2024. They are recommending charges of 2nd Degree Murder, 1st Degree Arson, 2nd Degree Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, and Interference with a Dead…
UPDATE: The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office has released the names of the 8 people injured due to a campfire explosion near Side Lake Friday evening. 53-year-old Marvin Theisen of Hibbing died due to his injures. A 14-year-old female from Saginaw was air flown to Minneapolis for treatment of burn wounds. The six others injured due to burns or smoke inhalation…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota State Patrol looks to crack down on motorists who don’t move over for emergency and maintenance vehicles with activated flashing lights. Beginning Aug. 31, the Minnesota State Patrol will put effort towards extra enforcement and education of the Mover Over Law. This Minnesota Law was created in honor of a fallen Minnesota State Trooper Ted…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Hermantown Hockey team fired up the grills today for their annual fundraiser. The boys sold brats and burgers to help support this cause. Stokke’s Meat Market helped make this happen for the team, and folks are showing up for a great meal. This year specifically, the funds are geared towards a new arena being built. The hockey…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.–A place where reptile enthusiasts call home, recently got a new home! Their old building shut down, and the community came together to help give them a new location. The Snake Pit in Hermantown has been serving the community closer to three decades now. From classroom interactions to simple stops for all things reptile care. That new shop is…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A Cloquet area man is accused of slashing a woman’s throat, after accusing her of snitching; according to Probable Cause Documents filed in District Court. 25-year-old Toby Ray Smith is being held in the Carlton County Jail on $100,000 bond, after police alleged, he stabbed a woman in the neck on Aug. 22, on the Fond Du…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Library is working in conjunction with the Duluth Superior Pride Festival to offer some fun events. On Friday at the West Duluth Branch Library families got to attend a Drag Story Time. A guest performer came in and truly brought some books to life. The Library Manager says their mission is to be a…
DULUTH, Minn. — UMD hosted an event Thursday allowing incoming students to learn more about where they’d like to fit in on campus. The Student Activities Fair had booths set up with information on different clubs and organizations. One sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma focuses on being out in the community and volunteering. A senior says they’re focus is on telling…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Public Schools is showing great progress in its 2024 Accountability Test results. The data shows that in reading, math, and science, Duluth is above statewide trends. Superintendent John Magas says he believes the results are part of a strategic roadmap. That involves three focus areas which are supporting students, advancing equity and improving systems. Magas also…
DULUTH, Minn.–Pride is in the air once more, as the annual mayor’s reception kicked off Thursday afternoon. The reception at the Depot, accompanied by local musicians was a hit. It’s a chance for officials to mingle with the community, and most importantly, to celebrate. This is the first year Duluth Mayor Reinert is officiating this event, and he has made…
DULUTH, Minn.–A Duluth Zoo takes pride in their well-loved animals. However, it may be time for changes in the future. The lions have made their nearly two-decade impact at the Lake Superior Zoo. With both of her siblings passing on, 17-year-old Malkia is living her golden years at the zoo. Despite their long presence, zoo staff is preparing to phase…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local author stopped by the Fox 21 studio to discuss their new book, ‘Walks Through Hell.’ The book by Dr. Chad Scott takes readers through dark tourism destinations while bringing in his own life experiences. He also describes it as a self-help book of sorts. It looks at the transformative aspects of visiting these places, especially…
AURORA, Minn. — A 22-year-old Biwabik man was booked into the St. Louis County Jail today, according to jail records. Court documents show that Landon Tuomala is facing several charges, including attempted second-degree murder, stemming from a Tuesday shooting in Aurora. Tuesday, East Range Police Department responded to a 911 call from a man, reportedly Tuomala, claiming they had shot…
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — For over 100 years the Minnesota 4H program has helped kids learn more about agriculture, STEM, and leadership development skills, all while discovering new interests. “It’s about finding their passion. It doesn’t have to be agriculture. It doesn’t have to be the old clothing and foods projects that maybe 4H in the old days was known…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the kids enjoy the final days of their summer, their teachers have been putting in the work to prepare for this upcoming school year. Teachers from Duluth Public Schools are eager to have kids back in their classroom. “I love teaching, it’s what I do naturally,” said Tracy Little, a media arts specialists at Ordean-East Middle…
