DULUTH, Minn. — The long goodbye to Duluth Central High School picked up steam this week. Crews and equipment began demolition on Monday. The former school complex is being torn down as part of the deal that sold the property to a developer over the summer. The site has 77 acres, and the district has sold the front of the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Demolition is underway on the historic Hotel Astoria building in the heart of Downtown Duluth. The front of the building looks like it always has on the corner of East Superior Street and 1st Avenue. The back side is no more. Crews are expected to level the structure before the end of the year. ZMC Hotels bought…
DULUTH, Minn. — Christmas cheer is in the air at the historic Merryweather Inn with afternoon tea parties for all to enjoy. Plenty of hot tea will of course be on hand but also apple cider, freshly baked cakes, warm scones, and sandwiches. The mansion on East First Street in Duluth is all decked out for the holiday season too….
DULUTH, Minn. — 14 Minnesota parks and trails getting a new look, thanks to the Legacy Fund. $11.4 million has been dished out by the fund to help enhance 14 regional parks and trails. Locally, the Duluth Waabizheshikana, Marten Trail received nearly $1.5 million dollars. The trail is located between Irving neighborhood and Jay Cooke State Park. It includes an…
PEQUOT LAKES, Minn. — Friday morning, a collision with deer caused a garbage truck to roll over in Pequot Lakes, causing serious injuries to the driver. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office reported a 50-year-old man from Brainerd was traveling southbound just after 6 a.m. on County Road 1, when 2 deer ran onto the road and hit the garbage truck…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The CEO of Cleveland-Cliffs says an iron ore mine in northern Minnesota will close in a few years if it doesn’t get mineral rights from a nearby project that hasn’t been completed. Hibbing Taconite, which is owned by Cleveland-Cliffs, is expected to run out of iron ore around 2025. Cleveland-Cliffs CEO Lourenco Goncalves said Thursday that his…
MCGREGOR, Minn. — The Aitkin County Sheriff confirmed with Fox 21 that Lucas Dudden’s cause of death was an accidental drowning. Dudden’s family originally said they suspected foul play, but the sheriff said on Thursday that there are no signs of it. His father said he accepted the autopsy results but doesn’t fully understand how this could happen to his…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the annual Christmas City of the North Parade comes traffic and road closures. The Duluth Police Department has sent out a traffic advisory for those who will be in Downtown Duluth Friday night. The parade starts at 6:30 p.m. in front of Fitger’s at 6th Avenue East and Superior Street and will continue along Superior Street…
DULUTH, Minn. — City of Duluth to offer free parking at annual Christmas City of the North Parade. The annual Christmas City of the North Parade is returning for its 6th decade in the northland. It’s going to be all of the holiday fixings rolled into one big event — and good news for those attending, the city says there…
DULTUH, Minn. — Renegade Improv’s “Drinksgiving Returns” will take place at Zeitgeist November 23. The show is a mix of live and filmed sketch comedy, improvisation, and special guests that tell a new story each time. The Fabulous Dik and Flip the turkey joined FOX21 on Friday’s morning newscast. Local performers will take stage at Zeitgeist’s Teatro Zuccone, November 23…
DULUTH, Minn. – World Cup excitement is building at Dubh Linn Brew Pub in downtown Duluth, as the crew there gets ready to host watch parties on the big screen. The fun starts Monday at 1 p.m. when the United States takes on Whales. This is the 4th year the pub has celebrated the World Cup by opening up at…
DULUTH, Minn. — Those job numbers ae part of the challenge facing many employers, including Spirit Mountain. Not only does the hill have to create some more snow, it has to find additional people to keep the facility totally operational. The current plan is to start the season being open 5 days and 4 nights a week, with hopes that…
DULUTH, Minn.–Eagle eyes are coming back to ‘Bentleyville Tour of Lights’ for a second year in a row to help deter any Grinches trying to steal Christmas down at Bayfront. Downtown Computer is once against donating a multi-camera security system throughout Bayfront Park during the Tour of Lights. The cameras record and can be accessed remotely 24-7. The partnership between…
DULUTH, Minn.–If you live in Minnesota, you’ve probably gotten a few emails today from nonprofits promoting the 14th annual Give to the Max Day in the state. More than 350 million dollars have been raised over the years and 14 thousand organizations have benefited from this day of giving. Locally, one of the groups taking part in the fundraising campaign…
CLOQUET, Minn. — New owners took a chance and rolled the dice on a familiar pizza place in Cloquet. Since 1983, Casino Pizza & Subs Shop has been a well-known restaurant in the Cloquet community. The pizza place has had a few owners in the past. The shop temporary closed this last August while the new owners got ready to…
DULUTH, Minn. — School buses across the nation are adapting hi-tech eyes and shifting their lens’ to catch drivers who fail to abide by school bus stop signs. In Minnesota, there’s actually a School Bus Stop-Arm Camera Grant, but time is running out for schools to apply. This year alone, the Minnesota Department of Pubic Safety has awarded over 5,000…
MINNESOTA — Two months ago, around 15,000 nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association walked off the job after they couldn’t agree on new contracts with hospitals. Now after no progress with negotiations, the union is preparing to make another move. Thursday morning, the MNA announced its going to take a vote among its members on November 30 to see if…
MINNESOTA — Some good job numbers for Minnesota last month. More than 17,000 new jobs were added in October. That continues a string of 13 months in a row that there have been jobs added. Those out of work and looking is near historic lows. The state unemployment rate was 2.1%. The commissioner of the Department of Economic Development said…
DULUTH, Minn. — Good news for Neapolitan pizza lovers, Vitta Pizza is opening its second location on Central Entrance Friday. The business says it’s been a labor of love for a year. The new spot is identical to the one in Canal Park, with the same menu and what it describes as “60s modern decor.” If you order online, you…
(FOX 9) – A little more than two months ago an estimated 15,000 nurses walked off the job after failing to reach an agreement with hospital executives over staffing and wages. On Thursday, the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) declared its intent to hold a vote on Nov. 30 to do it again. “We have been at the bargaining table for eight long months,” said…
DULUTH, Minn —  The Victory Chorus is having its “Celebration of Song” to recognize the completion of its first session for 2022. The Victory Chorus is a dementia-friendly choir made up of people living with memory loss, their care partners or loved ones, and volunteer singers from the community. On Thursday, Victory Chorus Music Director, Beth Kaiser, joined FOX21 on the morning…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Based on the beloved holiday film, Elf the Musical takes the stage at Hermantown High School. Two performers, Lily Meichsner and Jillian Jaros of Hermantown, joined FOX21 on Thursday to preview the show. You can see it live at Hermantown High School November 17 & 19, 2022 – 7pm. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News,…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Tuesday evening, Northland residents could share their input with officials who are designing plans for the I-35 Corridor at an open house. It was hosted by MNDOT and the Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Council. The open house shared project details while also letting the public contribute to how the interstate can be re-imagined. The area they’re focusing…
DULUTH, Minn. — Non-profit organizations typically raise the majority of their funds during the last quarter of the year. Â That fact led indirectly to the creation of ‘Give To the Max Day’. The 14th annual event happens in Minnesota on Thursday November 17, 2022. ‘Give to The Max’ has raised more than $250 million for more than 14,000 organizations over…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth School Board is sticking with its top leader for another three years. Supt. John Magas joined the district in 2020, just days after COVID-19 was declared a pandemic and schools across the state would face major challenges to continue education among the virus. Magas will make $205,000 for the 2023-2024 contract year followed by $209,500…
DULUTH, Minn.–Thousands of people in rural areas rely on ambulances to travel long distances in responding to emergencies, but there are several challenges facing those trying to provide the services. That was what brought many people together Wednesday in Duluth. They are trying to tackle the issues in responding to 911 calls. The problems include a lack of money and…
DULUTH, Minn. — After 3 years of being in Hermantown, The Social House restaurant is doubling in size with a second location in Canal Park. The breakfast restaurant is taking over the old Famous Dave’s location after those owners moved from Canal Park to Hermantown. The Social House’s new restaurant will have the same hours as the original and same…
DULUTH, Minn. — St. Luke’s leadership came together Wednesday to recognize the remodel of its Hospice & Oncology Inpatient Unit. $1.1 million was awarded to help modernize these specific areas as part of Phase II of St. Luke’s health Forward Initiative. The inpatient rooms are now completely private throughout the unit and the bathrooms have become handicap accessible. The expansion…
DULUTH, Minn.–A shortage of Childcare in our region is a major concern. The shortage impacts not only parents, but also employers, and even a city’s ability to attract new businesses. A plan unveiled Wednesday is designed to help childcare providers attract and retain employees. Like nearly every industry, a lack of workers is hindering the growth of childcare and is…
(Fox 9) CANNON FALLS, Minn. – The countdown is on until Turkey Day, and families hosting Thanksgiving can expect to pay more for their dinner this year. Turkey prices are actually lower now than last week and that could continue if retailers offer deals leading up to Thanksgiving. But compared to previous years, this will be a pricey Thanksgiving. Inflation will be…
CLOQUET, Minn. – The first female president of the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College has died. Stephanie Hammitt, 60, died peacefully in her home Monday, according to her obituary. Hammitt was named president in 2019 but was part of the college for more than 30 years. Her previous roles included chief financial officer and vice president of finance…
DULUTH, Minn. — About a dozen protesters were near Pier B on Tuesday evening, rallying against the Minnesota Tribal Contractors Council that was holding its yearly fall networking dinner inside the hotel. The event brought together indigenous and non-indigenous business leaders to connect and talk about the trades industry. The conflict on Tuesday was over the protesters wanting indigenous workers…
PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) – Former President Donald Trump is running for president again. Trump made his plans official Tuesday night after teasing the potential of a comeback since before he even left the White House in 2021. He had hoped to piggyback off expected Republican gains in last week’s midterm elections and stave off potential challengers. Instead, Trump is…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Longtime Superior City Councilor Warren Bender has resigned from his 3rd District council seat, citing medical issues. Bender sent his resignation letter to Mayor Jim Paine’s office late Monday. The resignation became effective at 8 a.m. Tuesday, and it comes after a police investigation involving Bender’s communication with a woman through Facebook messenger. In his resignation letter,…
DULUTH, Minn.–The city of Duluth held an event promoting investments in broadband infrastructure in Lincoln Park. It’s the first phase of what the city is calling the “Duluth Fiber Lincoln Park Pilot Project” that will cost $5.5 million. The city says the plan is to connect about 1900 people and businesses in the craft district with this specific high-speed internet…
DULUTH, Minn. — Skateboarders may not be fans of snow, but snowboarders and skiers certainly are. Two popular area hills have been in full swing for weeks, trying to get ready for the coming season. Spirit Mountain was actually working on some ground areas in August. Now its snow and crunch time. Ann Glumac, Interim Executive Director said, “In order…
DULUTH, Minn. — Now that the demolition of the overpasses near Midtowne Park has begun, skateboarders can still access those ramps and rails over at Keene Creek Park. The Minnesota Department of Transportation dismantled the Lincoln Park skate spot to be able to take down a bridge as part of the Twin Ports Interchange Project. The equipment from the former…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Social House restaurant will be opening a second location in Canal Park. Fox 21 confirmed with the owners that they are opening another restaurant in Famous Dave’s old location. A few weeks ago, Famous Dave’s moved out of Canal Park and up to Hermantown. They wanted to focus less on tourists and have more convenience for…
DULUTH, Minn — The West Duluth Business Club is a private non-profit club, consisting of business/commercial interests, community organizations, and area citizens who have an interest in focusing on the western area of Duluth, MN. The group holds monthly speaker meetings and is currently setting up a vision for the Western Business district which includes a strategic plan for advancement…
DULUTH, Minn. — Â The 2022 Duluth Winter Village will be back at the DECC this December. It’s an outdoor village with festive greens, local shops, hot drinks, and fire pits — overlooking Lake Superior and the Lift Bridge. On Tuesday, Lucie Amundsen with the DECC previewed the event on FOX21’s morning show. The Winter Village is taking place December 3…
DULUTH, Minn.–With the winter sports season approaching, not all the action, or ice, is outside. We caught up with the Duluth Curling Club last week to see what it takes to turn the ice into a curler’s dream. The Duluth Curling Club has been a staple in the community for decades. It’s been housed at the DECC since 1976 and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The History in a Pint series is back once again, and this time will be at the Depot. This series is presented by Veterans Memorial Hall, a program of the St. Louis County Historical Society. Where local veterans share their stories and experiences while having a pint or two. Tuesday, members of the David Wisted American Legion…
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth’s snow removal assistance volunteer program isn’t happening this year. It ran for three years, and helped up to 25 older adults and people with disabilities every winter. Duluth residents could sign up to shovel their front doors and sidewalks as a free service to those in need. The city says the grant money…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Salvation Army kicked off its Kettle Drive over the weekend. The Army’s army of volunteers grabbed bells, stretched their wrist tendons, and began ringing. Everyone has their own reason for getting involved in this symbol of the season. For Travis Boshey, it was a way to say thank you to an organization, that got him and…
DULUTH, Minn. — A hub for aspiring makeup and hair artists has closed its doors for good. Cosmetology Careers Unlimited posted on their Facebook page that they would no longer be operating any business or training the Northland at the close of business November 8. The post said the closure comes “with great sadness and a heavy heart.” A former…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — A Virginia man who pleaded guilty to criminal vehicular homicide after causing a crash that left a woman dead in the Embarrass Township was sentenced on Monday. Prosecutors say 40-year-old Michael Kenneth Miller had been out celebrating his birthday on August 12th, drinking at bars. He then got behind-the-wheel of his pickup truck and crossed over the…
DULUTH, Minn. — DECC the halls with booths of goodies… The Junior League of Duluth brought Christmas joy with more than 130 vendors covering 2 main rooms of the DECC. Vendors sold things from photo prints, to elves, to even roasted nuts, giving a part of themselves away with their crafts. For Meghan Schmitz and her family, their booth sold…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s after Halloween, meaning that we can officially have Christmas trees out. If you want that fresh Christmas tree smell in your house, then shopping locally at a tree farm, is the way to go. The Duluth Farmer’s Market is selling trees, wreaths, syrup, and more gearing up for the holiday season. “Oh, we have six to…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s International Education Week and the University of Minnesota Duluth is holding a range of events, one being a study abroad informative panel. On Monday, UMD students Amy Diedrich and Issac Conrad joined FOX21 live in-studio to talk about their time spent abroad. Diedrich participated in the University College Dublin program in Dublin, Ireland. Conrad participated in…
DULUTH, Minn. — This year’s Bentleyville display has been in the works since the end of September and it’s almost time for Bayfront Festival Park to shine once again. But Bentleyville isn’t possible without volunteers. Many Duluthians and students are helping set up all of the string lights, displays, and photo opportunities. This year, roughly 5-million lights are being strung…
