DULUTH, Minn- A repeat champion and a newcomer-turned-record holder are this year’s winners in the 48th annual Grandma’s Marathon. Elisha Barno of Kenya has successfully defended his title in the men’s race, finishing at 2:10:54. This marks his 6th Grandma’s Marathon victory, which is more than anyone else in the race’s 48 years. His finishing time ranks third fastest among…
DULUTH, Minn.- Both of the fastest times for the men’s and women’s races in the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon’s history were broken on Saturday. For the men, Tebello Ramakangoana of Lesotho finished in 1:00:17, breaking Meb Keflezighi’s 2013 record of 1:01:22 by over a minute. Tsegay Weldlibanos earned second place with a time of 1:02:04. In the women’s race, Annie…
DULUTH, Minn. — Longtime Grandma’s Marathon volunteers were officially inducted into the Grandma’s Hall of Fame. Greg Helgeson, Paul Iverson, and Bob Larkin were all inducted for their longtime contributions to the race and community. Iverson has been volunteering since 1979 and made it to all but two marathons. Helgeson has been involved with more than 20. Larkin has been…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the Grandma’s crowd gets settled in before tomorrow’s race, runners gathered at the DECC for the Essentia Health Fitness Expo. Starting last night, runners had the chance to grab their race packets with all necessary information for the big day. Every year the expo displays the latest in athletic wear and gear from over 100 vendors….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Sounds of music filled the streets in Superior, Friday, for Make Music Day. Make Music Day is a worldwide celebration, where local musicians showcase their talent during outdoor festivals. For the third year, the City of Superior partook in the musical celebration hosting around 30 performers over 16 venues. All styles, ages and experience levels of musicians…
HIBBING, Minn. — A 23-year-old man is in custody after leading St. Louis County Sheriff’s Deputies and other law enforcement agencies on a high-speed chase Thursday afternoon. The chase began when a St. Louis County investigator was nearly struck head on by a pickup truck that was driving wildly on Hwy 37. The driver was initially stopped by St. Louis…
BASS LAKE, Wis. — One is dead, two others critically injured, and one is behind bars after a the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a rollover crash in the Town of Bass Lake. The crash happened on Highline Road, just south of Williams Road. There officers found a 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac in the east ditch-line…
Duluth, Minn. — Duluth Police are investigating a shots fired report that happened at about 7:00 am this morning. The incident occurred in the area of N 41st Ave W and W 5th St. Witnesses observed the people involved enter a nearby residence. A short time later occupants of the house left the residence voluntarily and were detained without…
DULUTH, Minn. — A 22-year-old Duluth man has been found guilty for his involvement in the death of a man and injuring another last august. The St. Louis County Attorney’s Office says a jury has found 22-year-old Sanussi Bangoura guilty of three felonies including aiding and abetting second degree murder and drive-by shooting. Bangoura and his co-defendent 25-year-old Brandon Williams-Gillard shot…
DULUTH, Minn. — A two-week closure has turned into a three-month closure for Clyde Iron Works Restaurant. As the saying goes, the best-laid plans of mice and men often go away. The owner, Alex Giuliani, says his plans for a fast update did in fact, go aray. “We looked at everything on Thursday evening and even into Friday. And it…
DULUTH, Minn. — Grandma’s Marathon puts on a spaghetti dinner each year dating back to when the rate got its start in 1976. In the DECC’s industrial kitchens, the magic happens as food preparations are underway to feed over 5,000 runners, friends and guests at the much anticipated spaghetti dinner at Grandma’s Marathon. This year’s head chef is Jerry Carpenter,…
ASHLAND, Wis. — It kills more Wisconsinites a year than car crashes. Opioids, a powerful prescribed painkiller, has overwhelmed communities across the country. In 2023, Wisconsin saw just over 1,300 opioid-related deaths. To combat rising opioid death rates, the state of Wisconsin has announced grants being awarded to law enforcement agencies state-wide. “As Attorney General, my top priority is public…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday, June 20, the 689-foot Michipicoten safely arrived back to the Twin Ports after spending nearly two weeks in Thunder Bay, Ontario for temporary repair. The vessel suffered a crack to its hull on June 8, taking on significant water near Isle Royale on Lake Superior. Thursday night, the ship was escorted 180 miles by the…
ELY, Minn. – Click the video above to see an amazing view above the Kawishiwi Falls in Ely courtesy of Photographer Chris Ellerbroek. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News
COOK, Minn. – The small, close-knit city of Cook is dealing with a big problem. The swollen Littlefork River has sent feet of water into the low-lying downtown. Homes and businesses are surrounded by water. Some basements have feet of water, according to locals. There was a slight sign of relief Thursday because forecasters believe the river has hit its…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new ice cream shop is catching the eyes of those in the Lakeside neighborhood. The Scoop on 47th has been open since June 9. Located in the former 8th Street Video & Ice Cream Station building. Since new ownership the space was given a facelift with newly painted walls topped with sprinkles. But owners wish to…
HIBBING, Minn. — After many basements in Hibbing were flooded from the most recent severe storm, the L&M Fleet Supply Store quickly sold out of water pumps. L&M said the pumps were completely sold out Tuesday night, and a special order was delivered for customers who might still be experiencing flooding in their home. Sump Pumps are used to remove…
DULUTH, Minn. — Two male juveniles, a 14-year-old and 16-year-old, were arrested Wednesday, June 19 in the assault and robbery of a 75-year-old man in the DECC parking ramp. UPDATE (6/20): The juveniles are facing pending charges of Aid and Abet 1st Aggravated Robbery and 3rd Degree Riot charges. They were detained at about 10:30 pm on Wednesday, June 19…
DULUTH, Minn. — Now what can you do if you come across downed power lines? Experts say the first thing to always do is to assume they are energized. Whenever the power lines are on top of a car or lying on the side of the road. It’s best to always avoid lines and call 9-1-1. Emergency responders or power…
COOK, Minn. — The downtown area of Cook is flooding from a rising creek, and it’s only going to get worse, according to forecasters. Forecasters are predicting the swollen Littlefork River will continue to rise sending more water into Cook, raising the water by a half foot to even a foot. FOX 21 will have more on this story tonight…
BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn.: A boy who was struck by a falling tree in the BWCA Tuesday during severe weather has been rescued, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Rescue crews reached the 9-year-old around 9 p.m. Tuesday. He was transported to a boat landing and arrived there at 11 p.m. before being taken by ambulance to North Shore Health…
Some areas of the Northland had stalled cars, washed out roads and flooded basements. It other places, the earth literally opened up. That was the case along a portion of the Mesabi Bike Trail near Biwabik, with a gaping cave-in between Giants Ridge and Highway 135. Tuesday night emergency crews were called into the rainy darkness to deal with a…
HIBBING, Minn. — One day after a large storm brought severe rainfall to the Iron Range, parts of Hibbing are left with multiple roadways still flooded over. There were also many reports of basements flooded in Hibbing and surrounding areas. “The little bit in the basement just kind of got it wet, we had to move and basically clean it…
NORTHLAND – Severe storms brought plenty of disasters in northern Minnesota Tuesday night. The National Weather Service reports 1.5 to more than 7 inches of rain have fallen within just a few hours. Tornadic wind speeds brought reports of a waterspout spotted outside of Tofte at 5:19 p.m., a confirmed tornado outside of Cotton, and funnel clouds spotted over Moose…
DULUTH, Minn. — Juneteenth has only been a recognized federal holiday for the last three years, but the day has been celebrated here in Duluth for the last 50 years. With this year’s celebration at the Central Hillside Community Center being one of the largest. The event is hosted each year by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chum is in urgent need of more rhubarb donations ahead of the Super Rhubarb Festival on Saturday, June 29. The annual festival raises funds for Chum to continue serving Duluth with food, shelter and other resources. This year’s Super Rhubarb Festival is taking place on Saturday, June 29–and it’s the biggest one to date. In order to…
NORTHLAND — Video from viewers from around the Northland shows manholes unable to hold all the rain water in Bovey. The streets were comparable to small riverways. A similar story comes out of McKinley, as the heavy rainfall sends water down the streets and around homes. Video from viewers in Hibbing shows parking lots flooded. With vehicle owners moving cars…
DULUTH, Minn. — Businesses like Austin-Jarrow are getting ready for Duluth’s biggest event. Before a race, a lot of prep goes into preventing things from happening. It is key to make sure it goes smoothly. With the possibility of rain, it is especially important to plan ahead. Getting blisters on your feet is just one of the many annoying things…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Grandmas Marathon taking place this weekend, organizers are keeping a close eye on potential weather threats. Race staff have been working with the National Weather Service to monitor rain events and patterns for the race weekend are showing rain with potential thunderstorms. Organizers say the race is currently as planned but they will continue to watch…
Update (6/18/24): The 19-year-old kayaker who went missing on the Namekagon River Friday was found safe Tuesday afternoon by the Wisconsin DNR. Sheriff Dennis Stuart told FOX 21 Gunnur Hess, of Sarona, was located in St. Croix Falls, about 50 miles away from his starting point at the County K access point of the river. Stuart said Hess did not…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The body of a missing Duluth man was found in the Pokegama River in the Village of Superior Monday afternoon. 43-year-old Ryan Lahti was last seen fleeing into the woods on Cemetery Road in Douglas County after a traffic stop on June 8. Authorities had an extensive search using K9’s, drones, and thermal imaging was unable to…
GRAND MARIAS, Minn. — The Cook County Sheriff’s Office has determined the source of the bomb threat from over the weekend that was directed at a Pride Event in Grand Marais. Officials said the threat came from an e-mail address located in Moscow, Russia, which has been used in multiple similar threats across the United States. The threat may have been…
DULUTH, Minn. — Power was restored Tuesday to more than 1,000 customers after a dump truck struck a power line on London Road, taking down a power pole with it. The accident happened at 18th Avenue East and London Road around 8 a.m. Tuesday. The utility pole landed onto the front porch of a home. The driver of the truck…
DULUTH, Minn. — The final sprint is on to Grandma’s Marathon. Here’s what runners should know before race day. Essentia Health Athletic Trainer Christina Nistler, who has also ran 10 marathons, joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Tuesday to talk about how runners can stay healthy before and after a big race like Grandma’s Marathon. Nistler also talked about…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Lake Superior Zoo is celebrating a special week. A week celebrating an important part of nature. Pollinators are responsible for keeping the ecosystem alive and thriving. The Lake Superior Zoo kicked off the week with pollinator day, where they highlighted the keystone species. “Coming to the zoo, you can learn about pollinators and learn about native and…
DULUTH, Minn. — A neighbor is being credited for their “quick response” in saving three people and a house from fire early Tuesday morning. According to the Duluth Fire Department, fire broke out at a house on West 6th street at about 12:12 Tuesday morning. Upon arrival, crews discovered the front steps and porch engulfed in flames. Officers made sure…
DULUTH, Minn — Health professionals from across the state are at the DECC for the Minnesota Rural Health Conference. The workforce shortage is one of the main topics during the two-day conference. The issue is not limited to doctors and nurses, but the whole spectrum of providers.This includes administrative workers who can help manage and keep costs in check. Alyssa…
DULUTH, MINN — The Special Olympics Minnesota Annual Torch Run across the state went through Duluth today. The Minnesota Special Olympic Games began last weekend and this weekend will be at Stillwater High School. In addition to officers from The Duluth Police Department, officers from UMD, Hermantown, and the 148th Fighter Wing Security were taking part in the torch run…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new location means new beginnings for this nonprofit historic preservation group. Nothern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is an opportunity for young adults to get hands on learning experience. Through this nonprofit, they learn all the skills they need to help preserve and restore sites across the state. Before that is achieved, they offer the Americorps training program…
DULUTH, Minn.– The biggest event in Duluth is right around the corner. Canal Park in downtown Duluth is gearing up for the biggest race in the Northland. They are wasting no time to make sure everything is ready for the event. There is so much that goes into the impactful weekend. It all comes down to the little details that…
DULUTH, Minn. — Heads up for drivers on I-35 this week; single lanes will be closed at times in both directions through the Twin Ports Interchange project area. Full list of expected closures and times listed below. 6/18 – Southbound I-35 will be reduced to one lane from Garfield Avenue to 27th Avenue West between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m….
SUPERIOR, WI. — Two one-act murder mysteries, Murder in Poplar and Heartbreak, will take the stage at Time Arc Theatre June 21 – June 30. Director of Murder in Poplar Kathleen Laakso and Director of Heartbreak Rob Larson joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Monday ahead of opening night. The Time Arc Theatre is located in the Old Post…
BABBITT, Minn. — The Babbitt and Morse-Fall Lake Fire Departments responded to a structure fire at YMCA Camp Northern Lights early Sunday morning. According to the Northland FireWire, a fire was reported at around 7:10 a.m. Babbitt Fire Chief Tony Chamberlin said firefighters found a cabin that had burned overnight. The cabin was vacant at the time. The cause of…
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. — The Cook County Sheriff’s Office began investigating a bomb threat Saturday morning directed at a Pride Event in Grand Marais. The threat was reported at approximately 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning. The Sheriff’s Office responded immediately, performing a precautionary sweep. It yield negative result and the Sheriff’s Office determined there was no indication of an active threat…
OBBÜRGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Nearly 80 countries called Sunday for the “territorial integrity” of Ukraine to be the basis for any peace agreement to end Russia’s two-year war, though some key developing nations at a Swiss conference did not join in. The way forward for diplomacy remains unclear. The joint communique capped a two-day conference marked by the absence of Russia, which was not invited. Many…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluthians from eight months to 98 years old lined up at Marshall School for the 31st Annual Taste of Greece Festival over the weekend. The two-day festival started out in the Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox Church parking lot, but has grown over the decades to take over the Marshall School gymnasium and front lawn. Today, people came…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been many years since there’s been a summer event in the craft district. So, the Lincoln Park Business Group organized a block long summer filled festival. The fest had food trucks, craft vendors and activities from local businesses. Such as ballroom dancing and rock climbing. Even baby goats and other furry animals got in on the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Sky Harbor Airport on Park Point has unveiled its new terminal, and to add a taste of home to the interior, one local artist is displaying her artwork in the new building. Artist Natalija Walbridge creates fabric collage pieces, an intricate and timely art form. As a park point resident, she takes inspiration from her own backyard,…
DULUTH, Minn — What began as an effort to recognize the K9 that lived next door when he retired after 11 years serving the Indian River County Sheriff’s Department in Florida, is now spreading throughout the country and internationally. The creator and founder of ‘K9 Quilts of Honor’, Carolyn Bluhm was a novice quilter when she made her first Quilt…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new exhibit made a splash Friday morning at the Great Lakes Aquarium. The Oceans Alive made its debut. The goal with this new exhibit is to represent how our oceans, climate, and local habitats are all connected. The project combines both freshwater, and saltwater enclosures in one area. They are welcoming a giant Pacific octopus, along with…
