GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.– More than 400 students are attending the Wildfire Academy this year. It’s located at Minnesota North College Itasca Campus. As for the drive to join this line of work, it’s different for everybody. “Well, living in northeastern Minnesota, there’s a lot of fire, and there’s a need for support. I work for Superior National Forest, and I’ve…
DULUTH, Minn. — Enger Golf Course has partnered with First Tee Minnesota to start some summer programming. First Tee Minnesota is a non-profit youth development organization. The goal is to teach life skills and develop self-confidence through golf. These sessions are for kids ages six through seventeen and broken into age groups. This program is beginner friendly; clubs and…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo is unveiling three new animals. Koto and Mahaka are fossa brothers. Fossa are sleek and curious carnivores native to Madagascar. These animals are also agile and intelligent. They can even climb down trees headfirst, which is a rare trick for mammals. They were last at the Abilene Zoo in Texas. Koto and Mahaka are…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Lyric Opera of the North is raising the curtain on a milestone—its 20th anniversary season—with a new production of Die Fledermaus. Conductor Dirk Meyer and star baritone Lee Gregory joined Fox 21’s morning newscast Wednesday to share more about the upcoming production. The operetta, filled with bubbles, waltzes, and masked ball mischief, holds special meaning for…
CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet police say a missing couple was last seen in McGregor. The search for a missing Cloquet couple entered its second week. According to Cloquet police, Daniel Latterell, 64, and his partner Jane Korpela, 62, were last seen on May 25th and have not been in contact with family or friends since. On Wednesday, police said they…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Children’s Museum was honored for Outstanding Practice in the field. The Association of Children’s Museums chose Duluth Children’s Museum because of its ‘Discovery for All’ initiative. That initiative provides free access to the museum for those one EBT, WIC, or Medical Assistance. The award helps them to continue funding and expanding on their outreach to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The group in charge of Incline Village, a proposed complex with apartments, condos and retail on the site of the old Central High School, has received a warning letter saying it is not lived up to some of its agreements with Duluth Economic Development Authority (DEDA). DEDA Executive Director Tricia Hobbs sent the letter to Luzy Ostreicher…
NORTHLAND, Minn. — Mosquito season has arrived, but one local entrepreneur is adding a fashionable twist to bug repellent. Barb Owen-Boerger, founder of Getaway Kimonos, joined FOX 21’s morning show to showcase her stylish solution for keeping insects at bay. Click here for more information. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. – The 30th annual Kolar Toyota Fishing Tournament on Island Lake raises $315,650 to help people living with ALS. The Kolar Toyota Fishing Tournament on Island Lake has brought anglers out for 30 years to ‘cast for a cure’ for ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) also known as ‘Lou Gehrig’s disease.’ This year, the tournament reeled in a record…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was education day with the Duluth Huskies at Wade Stadium on Monday. The Huskies welcomed students, teachers, and schools to their game on Monday. It was to reward students for all their hard work throughout the school year. It was a way for the student to enjoy a day of baseball, camaraderie, and community spirit at…
DULUTH, Minn. — An air quality alert has been released across Minn. as wildfire smoke makes its way throughout the state. Due to wildfire smoke drifting from Canada, the entire state of Minn. has been issued an air quality alert by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. This alert will remain in effect until noon on Wednesday, June 4, as the…
DULUTH, Minn. & ST. PAUL, Minn. – For the first time ever the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued a “Maroon Alert” which means hazardous air quality. The alert is issued from Monday, June 2, through Wednesday, June 4, 2025. The Maroon Alert is for Northwest Minnesota including the areas generally from Red Lake to the north and west including…
DULUTH, Minn. — Union Gospel Mission is in the process of a three year plan that aims to transition its services to a new space. The future Mission Engagement Center would be constructed across from the St. Louis County Government Center. The new location would include hygiene and laundry facilities and a much larger dining hall and kitchen. Currently the mission…
DULUTH, Minn.– Wired Whisker has been the cat’s meow for the Duluth area, and tomorrow, there’s lots to celebrate. From 10 Am to 4 PM, they will be joined by 18 vendor and rescue partners for a maker’s market. Throughout the year, the business has seen quite the success. And for one of the workers, she told FOX 21 seeing…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A handful of graduates are walking the stage today, celebrating 9 months of hard work and ton of impactful job experience. The internship caters to members of the working force with disabilities. And it gives them the opportunity to experience rotations throughout the Superior Essentia. It was there they got to learn how to be a good coworker,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Along the wavy seawall of Duluth’s inner port sits a heart-shape sign of admiration and love for the city of Duluth. “I came up with the idea a couple of years ago because I was in Chile and Argentina. They have these big signs like this and I thought that would be a perfect thing to have…
Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke through Monday, June 2, for all of Minnesota ST. PAUL, Minn. & DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an air quality alert for all of Minnesota. The alert runs until 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2. The affected area includes all of Minnesota and Tribal Nations. The…
ST. PAUL/BRIMSON, Minn. — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state officials announced recovery efforts are now underway for areas affect by wildfires. These efforts will be worked on simultaneously across the state like repairing infrastructure, roads, and telephone poles. So far this fire season, Minnesota has seen nearly 1,100 fires that burned more than 48,ooo acres, which is well…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — After a vote by the city council, Essentia Health will officially take over ownership of the Essentia clinic building in Virginia. The facility was previously only leased by Essentia, but the City of Virginia will eventually transfer its ownership. Essentia will be committing around $8 million towards repairs of the building over two years. The agreement includes…
HIBBING, Minn. — The Hibbing School District is addressing a $2.6 million shortfall, which the school board has approved a motion to pursue a referendum. The Superintendent of Hibbing Schools Richard Aldrich says that the increasing costs and lowering enrollment numbers has led the district to this shortfall. This year to address the $2.6 million in reductions Hibbing Schools had…
EVELETH, Minn. -The St. Louis County prosecutor dismisses charges against four Hells Angels members accused of kidnapping and assault in 2023. Four members of the Iron Range Hells Angels had their charges dismissed on Wednesday. Jerand Paul French, Eric Anthony Newman, Paul Anthony Debelak, and Jake Douglas Novaczyk were cleared of charges for a kidnapping and sexual assault that allegedly…
DULUTH, Minn. — Grandma’s Marathon is coming up quickly, kicking off the summer tourism season. According to their economic impact report: Last year the event brought around 40 million dollars into the community, nearly doubling their 2019 report of 21 million. This year, at 9,000 participants, the race is one of the top 10 marathons in the US, while being…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center has announced its summer programming. They’ll have events for Lake Superior Day in July and National Lighthouse Day in August. The Tall Ships Fest is also returning this July. These events and others help bring in more visitors to the museum and promote the mission of the center. “A lot of people…
HIBBING, Minn.– One Hibbing community member says, the process of helping put together her new habitat for humanity home has been a “heartwarming and humbling” experience. Since 2006, the North St Louis County Habitat for Humanity has been helping people become homeowners. Officials are calling today a day of celebration, as members of the community gathered to see the home…
DULUTH, Minn.– Back on May 14th, Stepping on Up alongside CHUM in Duluth expanded their ‘Safe Bay’ Program to the Vineyard Church. It’s an opportunity for those living in their vehicles to have a secure place to park overnight. A big reason for this expansion, The Damiano Center is also undergoing an expansion of their own. But now, an appeal…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — After relocating to across the bridge, C. Reiss Company’s new Superior shipping facility getting in the swing of things. Wednesday state and local officials, including Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, got a glimpse of the work that has been done since the opening of the dock earlier this year. Increasing water levels promoted the move from Duluth to…
Duluth, Minn. — Gordy’s Hi-Hat is revving up for its annual Curbside Classic Car Show, happening Thursday, May 29 from 5 to 7 PM! Co-owner Sever Lundquist, along with his kids Wilk and Kennedy, joined Fox 21 on the morning show to share more about the beloved event. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
CLOQUET, Minn. — Authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating two vulnerable individuals who have been missing since Sunday, May 25th. 64-year-old Daniel Latterell and 62-year-old Jane Korpela were last seen near Cloquet Avenue and 16th Street in Cloquet. Police have expressed concerns for their mental health and overall safety. Daniel Latterell is described as 5 feet 9 inches…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A St. Louis County deputy was choked by a man after giving him a ride, charges say. Gideon Joseph Martin, 37 of Duluth, was charged with Monday’s assault on a St. Louis County deputy. Martin allegedly wrapped his arms around the deputy’s neck from behind during an assault that lasted around 20 seconds, according to the charges….
DULUTH, Minn. — The Damiano Center received a new grant for their re-entry assistance project. The Re-Entry Assistance project aims at helping those recently released from jail, prison, and treatment programs. It provides things like new clothing and hygiene products. They also can provide bus passes or gas cards for people to get to appointments and job interviews. One of…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Seaway Port Authority has announced its new CEO. Kevin Beardsley will be officially taking over as CEO on June 3rd, following current CEO Deb Deluca’s retirement. Beardsley has served as Chief Financial Officer to the Authority since 2014. “Some of the first priorities, obviously, is going to be replacing myself as CFO, so that’ll be…
BRIMSON, Minn. — On Wednesday, the National Incident Management Organization (NIMO) assumed command of both the Jenkins Creek and Horse River Fires. Jenkins Creek fire in the distance. Camp House fire in the forefront. The Jenkins Creek Fire is still 84% contained and is has burned 16,089 acres. Unstaffed Aerial System (UAS/drone) flights detected multiple heat sources in the south…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth City Council says they cannot respond to any emails about Safe Bay appeal. On Friday, Feb. 23, the temporary permit allowing Safe Bay to operate its program, which provides a safe lot for people to park their cars overnight and a place to shower, was put on hold. The appeal was filed by neighbors of Vineyard…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — Minnesota Warriors Hockey North Region held a memorial day golf scrambled on Monday which looked to give back to disabled veterans. The scramble was held at Eagle Ridge Golf Course with all proceeds heading to Minnesota Warriors Hockey. Minnesota Hockey Warriors is a 501c3 non-profit hockey team that helps disabled veterans fight through addiction and mental…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Twin Ports Interchange project has a end date in sight for the HWY 53 Reconstruction. This portion connects HWY 53 to Piedmont Avenue. The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced in a virtual meeting that this portion of the interchange project is expected to by completed by November 4. Last month, the last steel beam was laid…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Chester Bowl Improvement Club has announced that they’re expanding their cadet programming. The Cadet Program has helped shaped youth in the community for generations. The club has typically offered their teen and tween leadership training program during the club’s winter and summer programing. Today, the club announced the launch of their Cadet+, which would run year-round….
Small Town Girl Poster DULUTH, Minn. – A new indie film is being shot in Northern Minnesota. The film, titled ‘Small Town Girl’ is a mystery movie. It focuses on a single mother and her daughter who disappears. The film looks at the interactions and gossip following the disappearance. In addition to the filming being done in Minnesota, Seventy percent…
SIDE LAKE, Minn. – One Minnesota Lottery players won the nearly a $100,000 jackpot playing Minnesota’s Progressive Print-N-Play game. The winning ticket was sold at C C Campground 717, located at 7595 McCarthy Beach Road in Side Lake on May 23. C C Campground will receive a $1,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Progressive Print-N-Play is an instant-win style…
DULUTH, Minn. — Self-taught mushroom identification expert turned local author Ariel Bonkoski joined FOX 21’s morning newscast Tuesday to share details about her new children’s book, Mushrooms & Fungi for Kids: An Introduction to Mycology. Click here for more information on Bonkoski, mushroom foraging, and her book. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. & BRIMSON, Minn. – The Jenkins Creek Fire is now 84% contained. It has burned 16,089 acres north from the Fairbanks-area to well past Skibo. The portion that is not contained is the northeast edge, burning away from the most inhabited areas. Brimson Fire Complex Crews are focusing on mop-up and patrol, hazard tree removal, log hauling, and…
RICE LAKE, Minn. — A man is in custody after allegedly strangling a St. Louis County deputy and climbing a 30-foot tree to escape on Monday. Deputies responded around 1:15 p.m. to the 4100 block of Willard Road for reports of a suspicious individual. When a deputy attempted to arrest him, the man became violent, allegedly strangling the deputy before…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Over in Proctor, the 102nd American Legion Memorial Day Observance honored and recognized those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Family, friends and members of the public gathered at the Community Center to remember and honor our nations heroes. The Proctor American Legion Honor Guard read off the names of local vets who lost their…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Spirit Valley Memorial Day Parade is a long-time tradition in Duluth. FOX21’s photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us on an in-depth view of the parade. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
In case you missed FOX 21’s 9 p.m. Memorial Day coverage, here’s the first two blocks of news dedicated to the many special events honoring our men and women in military who fought for our country and are no longer with us. Thank you for watching. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Taps for Veterans teamed up with Fleet Farm to participate in the annual tribute TAPS Across America to honor fallen soldiers. This Memorial Day, the Duluth Honor Guard was at Fleet Farm in Hermantown for their annual TAPS Across America event. The ceremony, which is held in partnership with the Taps for Veterans organization, includes the honor…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s new Safe Bay location for homeless to sleep in their vehicles overnight has been shut down — at least temporarily — after only being operational for about a week. City and CHUM officials told FOX 21 on Sunday that an attorney for nearby neighbors of the Safe Bay location in the church’s back parking lot has…
BRIMSON, Minn. — Over the weekend, firefighters battling the Jenkins Creek Fire were able to grow containment lines. The fire is now 78% contained. Brimson Complex Fire Lines as of May 26, 2025 The Eastern Area Incident Management Team saying fire activity is minimal on the Jenkins Creek Fire. Fire crews are continuing to patrol and monitor the area while…
DULUTH, Minn. — This week the Duluth City Council will be discussing a new proposal mandating landlords give renters more information about renters rights and resources when signing leases. The proposal says landlords must provide tenants a summary of tenants rights protected by Minnesota Laws, plus contact information for the City of Duluth’s Life Safety Division and One Roof Community…
HIBBING/VIRGINIA, Minn. — Iron Range Miner’s are one step closer to getting approved for up to a year of Unemployment Insurance. Cleveland-Cliffs, the leading steel producer in North America, announced in March that they are temporarily idling more than 600 steelworkers at Hibbing Taconite and Minorca Mine. Minnesota’s UI benefits are good for up to 6 months and are able…
DULUTH, Minn. –At Stella Maris Academy, high school students took their younger peers back in time to the Renaissance era. The schools first ever Renaissance festival featured historical activities to engage younger students. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
