ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced the recipients of $1 million in grant funding. The CanRenew grant funding goes towards projects designed to restore communities negatively affected by cannabis prohibition. Roughly 150 organizations applied for the grant, requesting over $22 million in funding across Minnesota. 11 Projects were chosen to receive the $1 million available….
Nashwauk, Minn. – The community of Nashwauk came together back in 2022, approving $42 million to go towards building a new school and $5.7 million to build the community wellness center. “Many of you here today may recall with great, heartfelt memories our historic schools. 1000s of children received a top-notch education at those schools, and 1000s more will receive…
DULUTH, Minn.– The city of Duluth is welcoming in 2,000 new bulldogs at University Minnesota Duluth. Because today, welcome week is kicking off with move in day! Like cogs in a machine, lots of staff and volunteers have geared up for this big day. Today is all about acclimating the students and getting them settled for the school year. For…
CLOQUET, Minn.– A Cloquet family of 6 has experienced the impossible. Back in June of 2023, their house was struck by lightning. “It was pretty much the roof, and the interior was gone. I spent so much time rebuilding it. We had friends over helping us new roof, new walls. I was just in the process of hanging sheet rock…
DULUTH, Minn. — Summit School is honoring the life of a former beloved co-worker, MaeDean Davin, 74, who Duluth police said was killed by her 46-year-old son, Nathan, over the weekend. MaeDean worked at Summit School, an early childhood education facility in Duluth, from 2018 to 2022. After learning about her tragic passing, the team at Summit planted a memorial…
DULUTH, Min, – “No parent should have to wonder if their child is safe at a park.” That is what Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson said in announcing the sentencing for Dillon Alvan Reyna. Dillon Rayna Reyna was sentenced to 22-years in prison, followed by 15-years of supervised release. He was convicted of “Coercion and Enticement of a Minor.”…
Robert Ganz-Brown SUPERRIOR, Wis. – On Tuesday afternoon the Bayfield County Sherriff’s Office put out the call for a wanted man Robert Ganz-Brown. Ganz-Brown got away from Bayfield County authorities during an attempted traffic stop around 4 a.m. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. He fled from Bayfield County Sherriff’s Deputies in a stolen mini van. Douglas County Sheriff Matt Izzard…
UPDATE: Test results confirm that no biological or bacterial contamination has entered the water system and that the drinking water remains safe to consume. The precautionary boil water notice is ended effective immediately. DULUTH, Min. – Residents between 43rd Avenue E to 54th Avenue E, from Norwood Street up to Skyline are under a boil water notice. During the evening…
DULUTH, Minn. — Fuse Duluth, the young professionals division of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, is celebrating 20 years with its annual Fuse Fest networking event. Fuse Duluth Program Director Aubrey J. Hagen joined Fox 21 Wednesday morning to share more about the milestone event. This year’s gathering takes place Thursday, Aug. 21, from 5–7 p.m. at Glensheen Mansion &…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers visited Superior today, touring a childcare and education facility. It was all about highlighting Wisconsin’s new childcare bridge program, which Evers says is helping childcare providers across the state. The new state funding for childcare providers is derived from an investment of over $360 million approved by the state legislature. This will help provide…
DULUTH, Minn. — A second-degree murder charge was filed Tuesday in St. Louis County Court against Nathan Davin, 46, of Duluth. Court documents accuse Davin of shooting his mother, MaeDean Davin, 74, of Duluth in the face at close range while she sat in her recliner. Nathan Davin, 46 Officers on scene described her injury as a “devastating gunshot wound.”…
DULUTH, Minn.– If you’ve taken a stroll down Canal Park, chances are you’ve seen the iconic lighthouse with the striking red roof. But today, there was more than what meets the eye. Doors opened to show just how much work is needed to restore the light station. The ‘Lake Superior Maritime Museum Association’ nonprofit will be giving it a second…
MILLE LACS, Minn. — Don’t put the lures away yet, Mille Lacs is increasing their Walleye to 3 on August 23. An abundance of perch and other fish have provided plenty of food for walleye, leading to a slow biting season. While it’s been slow, fisherman have been reporting their catches as plump. As of July 31, state-licensed anglers have…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the Bear season opener September 1st, comes a reminder to hunters not to shoot tagged, radio collared bears. The Minnesota DNR are monitoring 50 radio-collared black bears across the state. These bears provide important data to inform management decisions. Their coat often hides the collar, but they also have large colorful ear tags for identification (3…
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is suing TikTok for preying on young people with addictive algorithms and exploitative features. The lawsuit, filed August 19th, claims that TikTok has violated Minnesota Consumer Protection laws. It further explains how TikTok gets time, data, and money out of users by using predatory features like analyzing user data to serve…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is hosting a series of listening sessions this week to gather input throughout the Northland regarding future organizational priorities. Two years ago, the DECC decided to work towards a clearer public purpose. This is being accomplished through three 90-minute sessions, aiming to bring together community members, partners, and local leaders from various…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Parks and Recreation have now shared some concept plans with the Park Point community as they continue steps towards improving the point’s recreation area. This comes after both climate patterns and time have worn down the rec area over the past years. Three concept plans were laid out, all of which are intended to support items…
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. – Three vehicles were recently stolen from a repair business in Grand Marais, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. The vehicle thefts happened at Tire & Auto Lodge during the early morning hours of Aug. 14. Two vehicles were eventually recovered after the suspects left them abandoned. On Aug. 18, the third stolen vehicle, a 2014…
SANDSTONE, Minn.– The Wildcat Sanctuary took in a brave little lion cub that overcame loss of family, re-homing, and surgery. And now, she hit another milestone and moved to her spacious outdoor habitat. When ‘Mango’ the lion cub first arrived in July, she spent her time in the ‘Catio Town’ to quarantine and get used to her new home. Behind…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Carlton County Animal Rescue has purchased land to build a local animal shelter. A seven acre lot near the Cloquet Business Park will be the permanent home of the animal rescue. The building will allow for animals to be sheltered by the rescue itself, as the current foster based program sees volunteers housing animals. Since launching in…
SILVER BAY, Minn. — The U.S. Coast Guard released video of a water rescue involving four girls near Black Beach in Silver Bay. Courtesy: FOX 9 / File The call for help came in around 8 p.m. Saturday. Four juveniles between the ages of 8 and 14 paddled from Black Beach to a small island where they lost their paddles…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Get ready to row! The Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival Kicks off this Friday. Teams of 22 paddlers will compete in 400-meter races on Lake Superior. Dragon head on the Dragonboat In addition to the races there will be a 5k Fun Run, Tug of War, and other activities and entertainment! This event has raised over 1.3…
DULUTH, Minn. — Excalibur con a pop culture and tabletop gaming convention was on at the DECC this weekend. Celebrating of all things fantasy, sci fi, comic nostalgia, and nerd culture. Artists and authors selling and showing off their creations. Fans could buy hand-made key chains, compete in tabletop competitions, meet their favorite actors, and participate in auctions and raffles….
DULUTH, Minn. — A little rain and storms didn’t stop the art from flowing at Bayfront Festival Park this weekend. Art in Bayfront Park showcased 100 artists and their creations from woodworking, metalworking, jewelry, and pottery. Vendors did what they could to protect their art from the stormy day. Culinary vendors were also on hand offering specialty teas sauces and…
ARBO, Minn. — One man is dead after an ATV crash in Arbo Township near Grand Rapids. The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call the evening of Sunday, August 17, reporting an ATV crash in the area of Prairie Lake Rd. Upon arrival, first responders located an adult male who had been ejected from an ATV. Despite lifesaving…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local sailor Lizzie Easter joined Fox 21’s morning newscast Monday, August 18, to share her recent accomplishment: competing in the 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race, a 2,225-mile journey from Los Angeles to Honolulu. Easter, who grew up sailing in Minneapolis and now races out of Duluth, was part of an amateur crew aboard a fully restored 1981 Norseman…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Board has authorized a $19.5 million dollar bond sale to fund county projects, including critical improvements to the St. Louis County Depot. The St. Louis County Depot has been authorized to receive $16.5 million dollars in bonds from the county. The funds will go towards a complete upgrade to the depots heating, ventilation…
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church in Duluth is celebrating its 125th anniversary next weekend. The church is hosting a fundraiser to celebrate the historic building constructed in the early 1900s, which church leaders say is the only building in Duluth built by African Americans. The event starts next Saturday at noon at North 5th Ave….
SILVER BAY, Minn. – Four children were rescued by a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter early Sunday near Black Beach in Silver Bay. Courtesy: FOX 9 The Coast Guard said the children were located on a rock. They were brought to land for medical attention around 2:10 a.m. An MH060 Jayhawk from Traverse City, Michigan was used in the rescue. The…
Courtesy: Neill Atkins KNIFE RIVER, Minn. — A protective roof — 40 years in the making — is almost complete over the Leif Erickson replica Viking Ship in Knife River. Courtesy: Neill Atkins Organizer Neill Atkins took a few snapshots of the new structure. The Save Our Ship non-profit is behind the project. They’ve raising a few hundred thousand dollars…
Courtesy: Cherry Police Dept. GILBERT, Minn. — A member of the Cherry Fire Department has died in an ATV accident in Gilbert. The fire department shared photos and a short message of condolences on Facebook. The victim is identified as Tia Muller, 26, of Chisholm. Authorities said she was pinned underneath the ATV she was a passenger in. Other ATV…
DULUTH, Minn. – A woman was shot and killed Saturday by her 46-year-old son, according to the Duluth Police Department. Officers responded to the 1500 block of North 9th Avenue East where they located the body of 74-year-old MaeDean Davin. Home where shooting happened Police said she died of an “apparent gunshot wound.” Officers arrested the son without incident on…
OUTING, Min. – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has identified the two individuals who were found deceased in the Thursday, August 14, 2025 fire. They were 56-year-old Connie Lea Pollock and 63-year-old Jack Eugene Pollock. The Sheriff Office reports the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office determined that Connie Pollock died from a gunshot wound to the chest and Jack Pollock died…
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Min. – International Falls Police says a guest at the Riverfront Hotel pulled a gun on a delivery driver. The driver told Police when they first approached a room a gun was pointed at them. It happened on the evening of Thursday, August 14. International Falls Police say they searched the room where the guest was staying and…
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Min. – Some residents of International Falls were evacuated for their own safety during a stand-off on the morning of Thursday, August 14, 2025. The International Falls Police Department say it happened on the 100 block of 13th Street West. Police responded to the area after the call of a disturbance around 3:30am. A man met police and…
Kyle David Kannas DEER RIVER, Min. – The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office and Deer River Police Department had about a three hour stand-off during the morning of Friday, August 15, 2025. Kyle David Kannas, 36, of Deer River, was wanted on warrants. Law enforcement believed Kannas was inside a Deer River residence and possibly armed. The Sheriff’s Office says there…
Noah Hobbs DULUTH, Min. – The Lake Superior Zoo Board of Directors has announced Noah Hobbs as its Interim Executive Director. Hobbs will take the role effective August 25, 2025. Lake Superior Zoo Board President James Lewis said in the announcement, “Noah brings a unique blend of local knowledge, community connection, and proven leadership… His deep roots in Duluth and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local musician Abrianna Schmidt joined the FOX 21 Morning Newscast Friday, August 15, to share her latest milestone. After singing the national anthem at a Minnesota Twins game last summer, Schmidt has now been invited to perform the anthem at the Milwaukee Brewers game on August 25. Schmidt first made headlines last year after winning the Country Music…
SUPERIOR, WIS. – The Lake Superior Reserve held a River Walk on Wisconsin Point today while presenting the Wisconsin Point Fire Restoration Project. A group of representatives from the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa partnered with the City of Superior to plan a prescribed burn or good fire as a way to restore Wisconsin Point. This method…
SUPERIOR, WIS. – 18 K-9 teams from eight northland law enforcement agencies are showing off their skills up close and personal for the community. Operation K-9 was held at the Wessman Arena in Superior, where the K-9 teams performed demonstrations showcasing the skills and professional bond of the K-9s and their handlers. Law enforcement officers allowed locals to meet the…
DULUTH, Min. – Derrick Vincent Weatherly has been sentences to 86 months in prison for Third Degree Murder. He was convicted in the overdose death of Christopher Michael Sauve. An autopsy revealed that Sauve’s death was caused by fentanyl toxicity. Law enforcement discovered Weatherly sold the drugs to Sauve that ultimately caused his death. In his obituary Sauve’s family wrote, “Our…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Huskies Pitcher Nick Terhaar is getting ready for playing baseball in college for Iowa, but he’s leaving behind a bit of his legacy in the form of a special signed jersey. The jersey is Star Wars themed, from a special night heading into the playoffs, and it was auctioned off for the St. Luke’s Foundation. Terhaar’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local housing leaders and advocates got together to discuss housing and the impact potential federal budget cuts could have in Minnesota. There are two proposals for the Federal Housing and Urban Development budget for 2026. The U.S. House proposal includes cutting the budget by $939 million, which would further strain systems already struggling to meet the…
DULUTH, Min. – The London Road Business Blood Drive is taking place Thursday, August 28th. CLICK HERE to sign-up to donate. It’s more necessary than ever with blood shortages around our area. Any one can donate – you don’t have to live or work on London Road. The state’s blood supply has dropped below a 2-day inventory, far below…
LAKE VERMILION, Min. – An 80-year-old woman from Saint Paul passed away at Lake Vermilion on August 13th, 2025. St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office Logo (Gordon Ramsay) The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call just around 6pm saying Marit Smaby, 80, of Sanit Paul was found unresponsive in Lake Vermilion. Family members were performing CPR on her. She…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College held its grand reopening of its nursing facilities after an extensive renovation on Aug. 13, this coming just in time for students to return to school this Fall. While other schools continue to see enrollment dropping, Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is welcoming an even larger crop of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bayfront Festival Park will come alive with creativity this weekend as Art in Bayfront Park returns to the Duluth lakefront. Event Director Sara Collins joined Fox 21 live on the morning show Thursday, Aug. 14, to talk more about it. The free festival features more than 100 artists showcasing juried works, including jewelry, paintings, photography, ceramics, metalwork,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Visit Duluth, once the city’s sole tourism marketing organization for 85 years, is one step closer to gaining back full control like it had for decades. Visit Duluth has tapped Haley Hedstrom as its new executive director. She was chosen out of 50 applicants for the critical marketing job for the city. Earlier this year, the city…
DULUTH, Minn. — Kids got to learn about the life of first responders today at Bayfront Festival Park. The Duluth Police Department hosted its annual Kids, Cops and Cars event to showcase the vehicles on the force. Kids got to explore squad cars and see other law enforcement equipment, including drones and robots. The event acts as a way to…
PROCTOR, Minn. — The Hoghead Festival in Proctor has kicked off for its 50th year of celebration. The fest started as a way to honor and remember Proctors railroad history. As events start to ramp up for the 50th anniversary, a car show was held at Powerhouse Bar. The car show has been a longstanding tradition during the festival, with…
