DULUTH, Minn. — Local Businesses gathered to attend a Business Leader Summit at Kitchi Gammi Club on Wednesday, October, 22. The summit focused on updating employers after the changes to Minnesota and Federal legislature. Speakers presented on topics such as trends in insurance and banking in the tax world, as well as human resources changes and paid family medical leave….
DULUTH, Minn. — The completion of Ecolibrium3’s LNPK Grocery store is experiencing delays, which resulted in a revised timeline that could extend into 2026. Ecolibrium3 (Eco3) officials say that, due to various snags in the construction process and bringing the building up to code, the store opening is being delayed. Located at the previous Eco3 office over on W…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Sheriff’s office is warning community members of potential scam calls. According to officials, they have become aware of scam calls where the caller claims to be a member of law enforcement. In some cases, these callers demand money for different reasons, such as missed court dates or failing to appear for witness testimony….
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday sent the case of a transgender athlete who wants to compete in the women’s division at weightlifting events back to a lower court to determine whether USA Powerlifting has a “legitimate business purpose” for excluding her. The state’s highest court ruled that the group’s policy that bars JayCee Cooper from competing…
CLOQUET, Minn. — It’s been more than a year since a member of the Fond du Lac band of Lake Superior Chippewa went missing. 31-year-old Peter Martin was last seen on March 8 of 2024, at his home on the Fond du Lac reservation. SEE PREVIOUS: BCA Search For Clues At Cloquet Home Involving Disappearance Of Peter Martin Martin’s…
Twin Ports Interchange in July DULUTH, Minn. — According to DOT officials, the Twin Ports interchange project should be construction-free by Friday. The ramp connecting I-35 to the Blatnik Bridge is the last piece of the 5-year project still partly closed. A ribbon-cutting was earlier in October celebrated the completion of the project, which included I-35, the Hwy 53 bridges,…
BUYCK, Minn. — The Buyck Volunteer Fire Department celebrated the groundbreaking of a new fire hall. Senator Grand Hauschild was at the ceremony on Tuesday, along with local leaders. $950,000 in funding from the state’s 2024 omnibus tax bill made the new fire hall a reality after years of dreaming for one. The funds supported design, engineering, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Vandals have struck the Northland Country Club two times in one week. The people, who appear on surveillance video to be in their younger years, trespassed the property during the early morning hours of Oct. 16 and 18. Management says carts and green were damaged, doors were kicked in, locks were cut, and storage areas were broken…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tariffs and global issues are forcing coffee houses, including local shops like Duluth Coffee Company, to raise their prices for your morning cup of joe. “Duluth Coffee Company is going through unprecedented times in the purchasing and selling of coffee, not only because of tariffs, but because all of the raw coffee that we buy is connected…
DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Duluth hosted an online seminar regarding the potential threat of artificial Intelligence leading to an “info-pocalypse.” The meeting featured two professors of philosophy from Northeastern University who spoke about how digital fakes, fake news, and bots posing as humans have the potential to confuse people to the point of not knowing if…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local labor unions stepped out in support of tenants and the “Duluth Right to Repair” initiative that’s on the Nov. Ballot. The ‘Duluth Right to Repair’ gives renters a tool to get timely fixes for common repairs such as bathroom fans, leaks, cabinet doors, and appliances. The cost of the repair would not exceed $500, and then…
DULUTH, Minn. — Twin Ports Trailer Trash is hosting a free mattress drop-off event Wednesday, Oct. 22, in Duluth while also hosting a winter clothing drive. The drop-off location for both causes is 215 S. 37th Avenue West from 8 .m. until 4 p.m. There is a limit of two mattresses or box springs. “I’m constantly trying to just figure…
It’s Energy Awareness month and the Annual Energy Expo kicked off to help inform the community about the resources available to them. The expo was designed to inform attendees what resources are available to them. OneRoof, Ecolibrium3, Citizens Utility Board, and many other representatives were there. They had a free hot lunch, the opportunity to sign up for energy assistance,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Former Wisconsin Representative Angie Sapik joined FOX 21 live Tuesday, Oct. 21, to discuss her new memoir, sharing insight into her time in office, the “political machine,” and a decision she says she made “for the good of the party.” Sapik, who represented District 73 from January 2023 to January 2025, reflects on her accomplishments in Madison…
Keith Ellison ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Attorney General has announced that he plans to run for re-election. Attorney General Keith Ellison announced Tuesday that he plans on running for a third term. “I’m running for re-election to keep Minnesota a fair place, where rule of law prevails over power and privilege,” said Ellison. “Since Minnesota elected me seven years…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — The Hermantown City Council has voted 4-0 to rezone land for a potential data center, officially changing the property from residential to business and light manufacturing. While the vote marks a major step forward for the proposed project, city leaders say it’s a rezone only and does not approve the data center itself. The decision came just…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Minnesota Department of Transportation held a public meeting in Superior to present community members with updates on the Blatnik Bridge project. The presentation, which took place in front of a packed house at the Superior Public Library, gave Twin Ports residents the chance to hear some of the updates on the long awaited project and see…
ROSEVILLE, Min. – Tickets for the Minnesota Lottery’s annual Minnesota Millionaire Raffle go on sale Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at approximately 5:00 a.m. For the first time, 20,000 prizes are up for grabs. There’s a new $20,000 prize tier. You odds of winning a prize are now 1 in 50.00. One million Raffle tickets will go on sale. Each ticket costs…
DULUTH, Minn. — 6th avenue east is officially open now. The resurfacing project added vegetated medians, reduced the lanes to 3, updated crossings for ADA compliance, and replaced lead water service lines. These changes make walking and crossing 6th avenue much safer for pedestrians. According to the project webpage, 20% of Duluth’s Pedestrian deaths in the past ten years have…
DULUTH, Minn. — The North Shore Scenic Railroad’s (NSSR) last Pumpkin Train of the season got an unexpected delay Sunday after a driver ignored safety signals and ultimately got clipped by the train in Duluth’s Lakeside neighborhood, according to train officials. “Always assume that there is a train coming. Stop fully. Don’t go to a soft stop, stop fully. Look…
DULUTH, Minn. — The heat was on, the music was turned up and the competition was fierce Saturday night at Dance TV’s Halloween edition at Zeitgeist in downtown Duluth. Dance TV produces live theatrical productions that take you behind the scenes of a fictional hit television show, Dance TV. The audience serves as the live studio audience and is immersed…
NORTHLAND — Thousands of protesters gathered at rallies in the Northland Saturday for the “No Kings” demonstrations against what they see as the government turning into authoritarianism under President Donald Trump. In Duluth, thousands filled the courtyard outside City Hall, the St. Louis County Courthouse and the Federal Building. Click the video above to see an drone’s view. Click the…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — The Minnesota Twins teamed up with the Minnesota Girls Baseball Association to host a free girls’ baseball clinic at Fichtner Field in Hermantown. As part of the Twins community fund, around sixty clinics are held each summer, offering young athletes a chance to try baseball in a fun and exciting way. The coaches and Twins staff ran…
CARLTON, Minn. — The Haunted Shack is back for its 32nd season, to bring spooky activities to the Twin Ports. The haunted attraction is located on a working farm that is transformed each year to bring people from around the Midwest out for some fun. The festivities include the haunted shack, corn maze, haunted hay ride, petting zoo, and outdoor…
CHISHOLM, Minn. — A 1989 cold case involving the murder of Nancy Daugherty in her Chisholm home was officially closed Friday after her killer was sentenced for a second time. Michael Carbo Jr., 57, of Chisholm, will serve a mandatory life sentence for the rape and murder of Daugherty when he was 18 and she was 38. Nancy Daugherty In…
DULUTH, Minn. — In December 2024, Snow Scholars appeared on the hit TV show Shark Tank, where they landed a major investment deal. On Oct. 17, we checked in with two members of the team to learn how the business has grown almost a year later. Snow Scholars employs college students to clear driveways for residents who need assistance with…
DULUTH, Minn. — What’s better than picking out the perfect pumpkin? How about arriving to the pumpkin patch in style. Each year the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad bring a little magic to MEA weekend with the Great Pumpkin Express. “When everybody’s in town enjoying the fall colors and the wonderful weather we’re having, what we…
Aerial Lift Bridge DULUTH, Min. – Both drivers and pedestrians could be facing minor delays with bridge inspections. Starting on Monday, October 20, 2025 the Aerial Lift Bridge and Minnesota Slip Bridge will undergo inspections. The inspection work is expect to last throughout the week. The inspections will require frequent and slow lifts of the bridge Aerial Lift Bridge to allow…
Joseph Minowanigogezhig Legarde DULUTH, Min. – The man accused of assaulting two nurses at Essentia’s St. Mary’s Emergency Department had previously been convicted of assaulting Emergency Department staff. The recent assault allegedly happened at approximately 3a.m on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Duluth Police tell FOX21 he is accused of assaulting two female nurses. In November of 2017, Legarde was arrested…
Joseph Minowanigogezhig Legarde DULUTH, Min. – Joseph Minowanigogezhig Legarde has officially been charged with two counts of assault from his alleged action in the Essentia St. Mary’s Emergency Department. It happened on October 16, 2025. According to charging documents Legarde was in a emergency room and activated his call light. When a nurse responded to the call light, Legarde allegedly…
DULUTH, Minn.– The DECC is seeing quite a large turnout for its annual Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association Conference. Over 540 fire chiefs from around the state are gathering to network and develop connections and strategies. It’s also an opportunity for the attendees to learn about new technology, leadership skills, and resiliency. With the conference, it gets all of the…
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Louis County has launched a website where you can track the impacts of the federal shutdown. The page also highlights resources for help. Currently, the page is updating for Snap, The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), and WIC. Those programs help families and individuals access healthy food and other resources. For Snap and MFIP, funding for…
CLOQUET, Minn.– October is known as breast cancer awareness month. And Essentia Health has been bringing opportunities for testing in rural communities. For the past three years, Essentia health has introduced a fleet of trucks traveling to rural and tribal areas. It began with three locations, but now they have over twenty stops. Thursday alone, Cloquet’s stop was booked up…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Rotary Club is hosting its 40th annual and final Rose Sale this weekend. Friday, Oct 17, the Duluth Rotary Club #25 is selling roses across three different locations in Duluth, including Mount Royal Market, Super One Foods in West Duluth and the Super One mall location from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Over the past…
Thousands of LED lights illuminate the white spruce at Light Up the Plaza in 2024. (Minnesota Power) DULUTH, Minn- Minneota Power announced Friday that it has started the search for its Holiday tree. Officials say they have begun taking nominations from the community for the Light Up the Plaza holiday event on November 21 The tradition of having a tree…
Nathan Lacoursiere DULUTH, Min. – Governor Tim Walz has announced the appointment of Nathan LaCoursiere as District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Sixth Judicial District. LaCoursiere will replace the Honorable Eric L. Hylden and will be chambered in Duluth in St. Louis County. In making the announcement Gov. Walz said, “Nathan LaCoursiere will be a remarkable judge… What makes him so…
St. Louis County Commissioner Chair Annie Harala responded to concerns Thursday over elected officials signing non-disclosure agreements regarding a proposed data center project in Hermantown. She also addressed a video that shows a confrontation between Commissioner Keith Nelson and the Duluth Monitor’s Publisher, John Ramos, who pressed the commissioner on the topic during Tuesday’s board meeting. Click the video above…
GRAND PORTAGE, Minn.– A ceremony on Wednesday in Grand Portage celebrated a new beginning for the reservation and surrounding areas. They’ve been hard at work to bring in additional support for marine safety, patrol, and rescue. The first ever Indigenous Coast Guard unit was officially inducted in Grand Portage. After the Grand Marais coast guard unit discontinued back in 2022,…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Snap benefits facing a pause due to the government shutdown, many area food shelves and pantries are there to fill in the gap. All snap applications are no longer being approved, and November benefits will not be sent out. Community resources like food shelves and pantry programs are there to help those facing food insecurity….
DULUTH, Minn. — Two female nurses at Essentia Health in Duluth were assaulted by a male patient in the Emergency Room around 3 a.m. Thursday. Duluth police said staff members were eventually able to restrain the man until police arrived. The man is being placed on a mental health hold. Once released, he will be taken to jail for two…
DULUTH, Minn. — Inactive Medicaid providers are being removed from the Medicaid program. This only applies to providers who have not billed Medicaid for services in the past 12 months. It’s designed to reduce fraud and ensure Medicaid resources are focused on active providers. Roughly 800 providers were disenrolled in the first round of removals on Oct 15th, with more…
DULUTH, Minn. — Educator, cultural-competency leader, and now author Jebeh Edmunds joined Fox 21 live to share her new book, The Orange Blossom. Published by Hezzie Mae Book Publishing, the novella draws inspiration from Liberian culture, weaving themes of identity, heritage, and resilience. The Orange Blossom is now available through Hezzie Mae Book Publishing and select retailers. Categories: Coffee Conversation,…
NORTH STAR TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A structure was deemed a complete loss after a fire in North Star Township. Fire officials say on Wednesday at around 8 p.m., they responded to reports structure on fire near the intersection of Pequaywan Lake Road and Fox Farm Road in North Star Township. The unoccupied cabin or deer shack was found to be a…
DULUTH, Minn. — Starting tomorrow, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP is being impacted nationwide due to the Federal Government Shutdown. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps low-income individuals and families afford food during tough times; however, starting Thursday, the program will be temporarily frozen nationwide because of the Government Shutdown “After today, we will not be able to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Chum Shelter and Drop-in Center expansion project is officially underway. A brief ceremony was held Wednesday to mark the start of construction as keys to the building were handed over to Johnson Wilson Constructors, Inc. $10 million in funding from federal and state sources was secured in 2022, enabling the project. The shelter currently accommodates more…
Mania: The ABBA Tribute DULUTH, Min. & DAVENPORT, Iowa – The ABBA tribute show called “Mania: The ABBA Tribute” is coming back to Duluth. It’s playing at the DECC Symphony Hall Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at 7:30pm. The show has toured around the world playing more than 3,000 live concerts. The group performs classics like Dancing Queen, Waterloo and Take…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth City Council held a first reading on an ordinance proposing a 12-month pause to new short-term rental permits. City officials report that the number of vacation rentals has increased rapidly, resulting in the conversion of many single-family homes into short-term rentals. The proposed pause would give the city time to think about how these rentals…
DULUTH, Minn. — The closed Lester Park golf course will be brought up at Wednesday’s Duluth planning commission meeting, with a recommendation to transfer the property to the Duluth Economic Development Authority (DEDA). A 268-acre property that used to be a fully operational golf course until 2020, when it shut down due to COVID and financial struggles. Although some…
DULUTH, Minn. — One man is carving up something spooky for the Halloween season at Pier B. Michael Rudolph, a giant pumpkin carver, was commissioned to carve two giant pumpkins for display at the resort. Using improvised tools and 17 years of experience, Rudolph spends several hours perfecting his creations. “The best part is seeing the faces of people and…
Crosby Fire 10/11/2025 TOFTE, Minn. — In an update Wednesday, fire officials said the Crosby Fire is nearly fully contained. According to officials, the fire in the area of George H. Crosby Manitou State Park remains at 300 acres and is now 95% contained. SEE PREVIOUS: Crosby Fire now 85% contained The portion of the Superior Hiking Trail that was…
