DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth City Council has approved an ordinance allowing the transfer of the former Lester Park Golf Course property to the Duluth Economic Development Authority. After extensive debate among a roomful of Duluth residents, the ordinance passed by an 8-to-1 vote. The ordinance approves the transfer of the 230-acre parcel to DEDA, but the transfer will only…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior College is treating Twin Ports residents to the artistic visions of their students with a campus-wide art show. The free-to-the-public art show runs through the college’s main campus building, showing off art produced by the school’s students during the Fall 2025 semester. With the art forms ranging from photography, to painting, to jewelry, the show…
DULUTH, Minn.– Aspirus St Lukes in Duluth is the first hospital in the country to be designated for their level 2 NICU. The designation shows that they’ve met guidelines for proper equipment, protocols, and staff training. The certification from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AARP) is a reflection of all that hard work. A level 2 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit…
DULUTH, Minn. — Fox 21 is proud to announce that we are the official media sponsor of the Red Cross 12 Hours of Giving Blood Drive. The event will be Thursday Dec 18th and Friday the 19th at The Garden Event Center. All donors will receive a long sleeve shirt and be eligible to win prizes. The need for blood…
Great Lakes Aquarium Logo DULUTH, Min. – The Great Lakes Aquarium is projecting a record number of visits in 2025. 2025 is the aquarium’s 25th anniversary year with a projected 235,000 visitors. It’s the fifth consecutive year of attendance growth. Great Lakes Aquarium commissioned the Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER) at UMD’s Labovitz School of Business and Economics…
Richard Patrick of Filter DULUTH, Min. – Rock bands Filter, Finger Eleven and Local H are coming to Duluth. They’ll be taking the stage at DECC on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Filter is an industrial rock band formed in 1993 by former Nine Inch Nails guitarist Richard Patrick. Take a Picture, Hey Man Nice Shot and Welcome…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Serious charges were filed Monday against a Superior man accused of shooting a Superior police officer, ramming his vehicle into the middle school and physically assaulting his girlfriend. “The allegations here would tend to cause a significant threat to the community and the public at large. So the court will accept the recommendation of the state and…
CLOQUET, Minn. — The Carlton County Animal Rescue held an open house to showcase some cats and kittens who are looking for their future homes. Those in attendance were treated to some quality time with their potential forever friends, as well as a presentation in which they could learn more about the organization and the people behind it. Through donations…
DULUTH, Minn.– Union Gospel Mission, a nonprofit dedicated to helping out the homeless community, has unveiled a new space for anyone to take advantage of. The Nest resting area is in response to the mission’s goal to accommodate their growing population. Union Gospel Mission officials said they have 75 seats in their dining facility. But they have been seeing up…
DUQUETTE. Minn — Cars flew through the Nemadji State Forest Saturday in a test of skill and speed. The Nemadji Trail Rally brought together 13 different cars from around the region to compete on the snowy course. Nemadji Trail Rally The race, officially sanctioned by the American Rally Association(ARA), spanned 33 miles of state forest road closed off for the event….
DULUTH, Minn. — The Arrowhead Ice Fishing & Winter Show is back at the DECC starting Friday, December 12, bringing everything cold-weather fun under one roof. Russ Francisco with Marine General joined our morning show Monday to break down the new gear, biggest discounts, and vendors you’ll see this year. 📍 DECC — 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN 🕒 Show…
DULUTH, Minn. — The DECC held its ninth annual Winter Village this weekend, transforming the inside and outside into a festive holiday market. The two-day event featured dozens of huts filled with local vendors along Harbor Drive, a variety of food and sweet treats, and plenty of fun activities. This year, the DECC expanded the festivities by adding a much…
DULUTH, Minn. — Families gathered at the Miller Hill Mall Applebee’s this Saturday to have breakfast with Santa. Seating was first-come, first-served, with each plate of food costing $10. Alongside breakfast, Santa spoke with the children about Christmas lists and checked who had been naughty or nice. “I really had a lot of nice kids all the time, and I asked…
Classie Dudley DULUTH, Min. – FOX21 has obtained a 2022 document from the Minnesota Department of Human Services where staff members at Community Action Duluth (CAD) allegedly said they wanted to see Classie Dudley fail as the organization’s Executive Director. It described CAD in late 2022 as a “chaotic organization.” The report says, ” company time to gather staff, write…
UPDATE: Union officials have provided FOX21 with documents showing their complains. The main complaint is one employee has been given more responsibility at CAD. The union says that employee’s current role is not the one that they were hired to do, and should get a raise commiserate with the new duties. The second part of the complaint is regarding alleged…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — Canelake’s Candies in Virginia is spreading holiday cheer and nostalgia with its classic Christmas display. When the candy store came back to the Canelake family in 2018, it was the perfect opportunity to display a piece of Minnesota history. After the Dayton’s department store in Minneapolis closed and auctioned off items, the Canelake family purchased an animatronic…
SUPERIOR, Wis — Sabor by Pedro’s will be taking over the space previously held by MadHouse Burgers on Woodland Ave. The restaurant will be an extension of Pedro’s Grill & Cantina, bringing a unique twist on their current menu, focusing on brunch items and fun Mexican dishes. The new location will not compete with their existing restaurants in Cloquet and…
KNIFE RIVER, Minn.– The near century old ship gifted from the city of Duluth is receiving its finishing touches from its restoration process. Knife River had received the Leif Erickson Viking ship back in 2021. But the ship first arrived in the Twin Ports in 1921 and has been worked on ever since. Features such as the dragon head and…
EVELETH, Minn. — One of Minnesota’s largest trails has seen a record breaking number of users this year. The Mesabi Trail is a 10 ft. wide bike path that runs from Grand Rapids to Ely, stretching over 165 miles. The trails popularity rose this year after various marketing campaigns invited people to see what the area has to offer. 18…
LUTSEN, Minn.– Following the recent news regarding the Lutsen Lodge arson case, several community members told FOX 21, the potential bankruptcy, and the debt left behind, will impact numerous people. That being said, they’re all still mourning the loss of the historic landmark. One Lutsen resident is speaking out about the aftermath the charges bring the community. “Losing that piece…
DULUTH, Min. & EAGAN, Min. – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Minnesota and Aspirus St. Luke’s have made a new multi-year contract agreement. The existing contract was set to expire at midnight on December 31, 2025. Both side had expressed public concerns that they would not reach a deal. The new contract is in effect through 2027. Aspirus Health Minnesota…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local Hmong community members and students are prepping for their celebration on Saturday Dec 6th. This event is a huge opportunity to learn about and celebrate with the Hmong community and culture. It’s been 50 years since many Hmong came to the US as refugees after the fall of Vietnam. The Twin Cities boasts the second largest…
DULUTH, Minn. — Healthcare Workers and patients at Essentia saw some dazzling dances from the Nutcracker. The Minnesota Ballet visited the hospital ahead of their full performance at the DECC. They performed a few excerpts from the ballet in the atrium, then headed up to the pediatric unit to perform for the children. “It’s a wonderful way to appreciate the…
FAYAL TOWNSHIP, Min. – Ryan James Moller, 36 of Eveleth, is accused of shooting his own father in the head in an attempt to kill him. Court documents say on the afternoon of December 2, Moller called for an ambulance to come to a residence in Fayal Township because of “a bullet hole through the head.” Law enforcement said they…
VIRGINIA, Minn, — Essentia Health and the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) have reached a tentative agreement on contracts for more than 100 nurses in Virginia. Friday, Essentia announced the tentative agreement on a three-year contract for the nurses. “This milestone comes after productive discussions and reflects our deep appreciation for the extraordinary work these nurses do every day,” said Rhonda Kazik,…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — The Minnesota DNR has acquired 16,000 acres of land for permanent protection. This is one of the DNR’s largest land acquisitions in recent history, resulting in the permanent protection of nearly 16,000 acres across a 10-county area in Northern Minnesota. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to protect these forests, lakes, and waterways – now and for…
CARLTON, Minn. — Parts of Jay Cooke State Park are set to temporarily close for a special deer hunt. From December 6-10, portions will be closed for a special muzzleloader deer hunt aimed to prevent the overpopulation of deer and protect park resources. “Due to the years of over-browsing when there was no deer hunting within the park, we now…
Kane Charles Bonga DULUTH, Min. – A man is accused of stealing a car warming-up at the MnDOT office at the corner of Mesaba Avenue and Central Entrance. Charging documents accuse Kane Charles Bonga of stealing a 2008 Subaru Outback. The car belonged to a MnDOT employee. That employee got into a co-worker’s car and followed the stolen Subaru. They…
Kmauri Burnett DULUTH, Min. – A man on the Atlanta Police Department’s most wanted list for allegedly committing two murders will not fight extradition back to Georgia. He signed court documents saying so about 24-hours after his arrest in Duluth. 20-year-old Kmauri Burnett was arrested bv the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force, DPD, and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office near the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Super One is matching Red Kettle donations up to $50,000 this holiday season. Miners Match is the Salvation Army’s annual partnership that spans Red Kettles located at 14 participating Super One Foods. From December 8 – 24, every dollar donated at Super One will be matched up to $50,000. “The Miner Family is honored to continue…
DULUTH, Minn. — Ever wondered how to curl like an Olympian? Fox 21’s Maria Vollom took a lesson with Duluth’s own Olympic-bound Korey Dropkin to find out. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — People gathered at Bentleyville for a visit from some fluffy friends known as the “Zoo Crew”. The annual tour of lights brought in animals from “Cook’s Country Connection” to help spark some holiday cheer, with goats, mini horses, and alpacas braving the chilly weather. If you missed the critters during their Bentleyville stay, they’ll be back out…
DULUTH, Minn. — For over 20 years, the Duluth Armory has been looking for funds and donations wherever they could them. However, thanks to a very generous anonymous local, the finish line is in sight. “We are so appreciative,” said Michelle Miller, co-executive director of the Armory Arts and Music Center. “This is a local supporter of the project who…
DULUTH, Minn. — At the start of 2025, the Jordan DeCaro Real Estate Team set a goal of raising $25,000 to support Animal Allies. The entire real estate team made a commitment to donate $100 for every home sold throughout the year. As of right now, they’ve sold 165 homes, contributing $16,500. As 2025 comes to a close, the team…
DULUTH, Minn. — People gathered at the Veterans Memorial Hall for the 20th annual remembrance dinner. The event was hosted by the St. Louis County Historical Society and is held every year to honor service members and our nation’s history. The evening featured keynote speakers, a silent auction, dinner, the Mike Colalillo Medal of Honor Scholarship, the unveiling of the…
Chilly Billy’s DULUTH, Min. – MadHouse Burgers featuring Chilly Billy’s has announced that it will close its Woodland Avenue location. In a news release the restaurant said the location will soon become Sabor by Pedro’s, The owners of Sabor by Pedro’s approached MadHouse Burgers about taking over the location. The new Mexican spot from the Pedro’s team is promising to,…
KNIFE RIVER, Min. – Following more than 40-years of restoration the “Leif Erikson Viking Ship” will be on display and open to the public. Viking Ship Restoration Project Save Our Ship, Inc. has been working on the restoration. It will debut at the annual “Julebyen Christmas Village” celebration in Knife River. The boat was built in Norway in 1926 as a…
The Lake Superior Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of twin pygmy slow lorises to parents Colby and Georgio. DULUTH, Min. — The Lake Superior Zoo is announcing the birth of twin pygmy slow lorises. The infants were born on November 17, 2025 to parents Colby and Georgio. The the zoo says the babies have been, “steadily growing, exploring, and…
Command photo of Command Chief Master Sgt. Lisa Erikson, the Minnesota National Guard’s Command Senior Enlisted Leader taken in Cottage Grove, Minnesota on Oct. 16, 2024. ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota National Guard is honoring Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Lisa Erikson. Chief Master Sgt. Erikson will be honored in a Saturday, December 6, 2025 ceremony. The ceremony…
Lutsen Lodge Fire DULUTH, Min. – The Bryce Campbell, the owner of the Lutsen Lodge, has been charged with burning down his own business. The fire happened on February 6, 2024. He was officially charged on February 3, 2025. Campbell’s debts and money problems were featured in the charging documents. It reads Campbell’s companies, “North Shore Resort Company, North Shore…
HIBBING, Minn.– A popular European grocery chain has opened another location in the Iron Range. Aldi, the budget-friendly grocery store known for its fun finds, celebrated its grand opening today. The new location sits along highway 169 west. Shoppers can also enter a $500 gift-card sweepstakes throughout the opening weekend. One customer shared that she’s thrilled to see this new…
LUCAS 3 DULUTH, Minn.– St. Louis County first responders will now be better equipped to save lives, thanks to a grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust, the University of Minnesota Center for Resuscitative Medicine, and Stryker. The Lucas 3 machine is an automated chest compression device. The lifesaving device allows law enforcement to focus on other tasks, while the patient…
Lutsen Lodge Fire Bryce Campbell UPDATE: The owner of Lutsen Lodge has been charged with arson in connection with the 2024 fire. According to court documents, Bryce James Campbell, 41, is accused of intentionally starting the fire and filing a fraudulent insurance claim. Campbell is being charged with three counts of first-degree arson and one count of insurance fraud. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Christmas City Express is officially on the tracks in Duluth. Executive Director of the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad Ken Buehler joined Fox 21’s morning newscast to talk more about it. Click here for details and ticket information. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Armory Arts and Music Center announced Thursday a donation of $5 million from an anonymous donor. Officials say the money will be used for matching donations for the building’s restoration project moving forward. The restoration is a $48 million project to create a lasting center for arts and entertainment while celebrating the building’s history. With…
DULUTH, Minn. – Cougar sightings between Two Harbors and Duluth have created quite the excitement. A cougar sighting in Duluth on Wednesday put two schools into a “secure status” as a precaution. A spokesperson for Duluth Schools said the cougar was spotted about a half-mile from Ordean East Middle School, which is also near Congdon Park Elementary. Both schools lifted…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Holiday cheer filled the aisles of Walmart and L&M in Cloquet as police officers partnered with local kids for the ninth annual “Stuff the Squad” and “Shop with a Cop” Salvation Army Toy Drive. The Cloquet Police Department and Fond du Lac Police Department kicked off the night by taking local kids on a holiday shopping trip,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The American Red Cross is hosting a special double-edition blood drive with their “Battle of the Badges” events. The two-part blood drive, the second part of which taking place at First United Methodist Church in Duluth on Dec. 4, allows each person donating to vote for their favorite department of Twin Ports first responders, in a friendly…
DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota-Duluth UMD treated both students and community members to a night of jazz with their Big Band Jazz Concert The big band was joined by the school’s vocal jazz ensemble “Lake Effect”. Tickets were free for all Bulldog students at the event, as all types of musicians got into the holiday spirit. Categories: Community,…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new catering company in Duluth is serving up smiles alongside a good meal. “Cooking is my life. Cooking is like my breath, cooking is my heartbeat, cooking is the blood that flows through my veins,” Solomon Witherspoon, Unity Cooking Owner said. Duluth Native Solomon Witherspoon has always used cooking to spread joy. Now, following his fathers…
