DULUTH, Minn. — The holiday season just got a little brighter with the debut of Winter Wonderettes, presented by Boat Club Productions. This morning, Producer Jason Vincent and Denfeld High School senior Reagan Kern, who plays Betty Jean, joined us in the studio to talk more about the production and what audiences can expect. Winter Wonderettes continues the beloved story of…
BIWABIK, Minn. — 74 new automated snow machines are now operating at Giants Ridge in Biwabik as part of a $16.5-million dollar investment there. A small ceremony was held on Thursday, Dec. 5, to celebrate. The new snow-making system is weather controlled turning on and off automatically for optimal snow production based on optimal air conditions. The 74 new snow…
DULUTH, Minn. – Despite an angry public, councilors will need to certify the city’s decision of tourism marketing firm or possibly face legal repercussions. At tonight’s committee of the whole meeting, council members heard from representatives of Madden Media, the Tuscon-based firm that is likely to secure the city’s tourism marketing contract. Madden Media came out on top of about…
DULUTH, Minn. — The decades-old Duluth Federal Prison is shutting down. The Federal Bureau of Prison said Thursday that it’s one of six prisons across the country being “deactivated.” The agency said the decision is being made to help deal with significant challenges, including a critical staffing shortage, crumbling infrastructure and limited budgetary resources. The Duluth camp is not only…
MEADOWLANDS, Minn.– The bog is back in full swing, and guests are wasting no time in getting out in nature. The welcome center recently opened at Sax Zim Bog, and people are back to check out the trails and the boardwalks. Lots of nature enthusiasts travel near and far to check out the variety of wildlife the bog has to…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Fire Foundation is putting a spotlight on 20 Duluth Firefighters and their dogs. They’re selling calendars to go towards one very good boy. K9 Jack is the only dog in the state trained to detect flammable liquids that are involved in arson cases. He has worked with the Duluth Fire Department since April. Unlike police dogs, Jack…
DULUTH, Minn. – A bicyclist was struck and killed by two vehicles at a busy intersection in Duluth Wednesday evening. Duluth police said the 60-year-old man was struck around 5 p.m. on Mesaba Avenue below West 1st Street. Investigators believe the man was riding westbound when he went through the crosswalk without checking for oncoming traffic, which is when the…
DULUTH, Minn.– According to the National Fire Protection Association, December is the leading month of house fires. And the Duluth Fire Marshal is urging homeowners to decorate with caution. Whether you’re stringing lights outside, or putting up the tree, remembering fire safety is crucial. Preventing these fires is all about making sure your displays are not outdated and set up…
DULUTH, Minn.– The temps are getting cooler and organizations like CHUM needs help keeping families who use their shelter stay warm. With winter on the brink, more and more people are accessing the shelter. And with that, the demand for winter clothes is going up. CHUM specifically needs gloves to help avoid frost bite. Another thing they’re looking for, is…
(AP) NEW YORK (AP) — UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning in what police said was a “brazen, targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding an investor conference. The 50-year-old executive was shot around 6:45 a.m. as he walked alone to the New York Hilton Midtown from a nearby hotel, police…
DULUTH, Minn. – A meeting meant to generate ideas from the public, becomes joint calls to address vacant Kmart lot. The Spirt Valley Core Investment Plan held its first community meeting at City Center West Tuesday evening. City planners hoped that small group activities amongst residents would generate ideas and feedback, as to what those living in the area would…
DULUTH, Minn. — Thank you to our FOX 21 viewers for sending in pictures of your Christmas trees and decorations Tuesday night. Below are two segments that aired during the 9 p.m. news. Enjoy! Section 1: Section 2: Categories: Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
DULUTH, Minn. — This year’s Duluth Winter Village at the DECC is expanding to include a Tinsel Tavern. The tavern includes 1,000 feet of tinsel, 600 feet of wrapping paper and 36 strings of lights. As for the tavern, Vikre Distillery will be creating holiday cocktails and mocktails, like a Gingerbread Old Fashion. The Winter Village is Saturday and Sunday…
DULUTH, Minn.– After trying for several years, the Minnesota Ballet took their show on the road to spread some holiday spirit. Dancers of the Minnesota Ballet visited Essentia Health and performed several scenes from the Nutcracker for visitors passing by. In addition, they also passed out coupons for the upcoming Friday and Saturday performances. A free child ticket, with a…
Duluth, Minn.– As the temps go down, the anticipation for ice fishing goes up. It’s super important to get your essentials like ice picks and floatation suits. But of course, keeping safety in mind is crucial for this sport. Every year, it’s as important as ever to brush up on ice safety. Timing out your first trip is essential. A…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the holidays in full swing it’s as important as ever to remember to help make sure everyone has the holiday they deserve. There are a couple factors for this year’s holiday season that is making things difficult for the salvation army. The cost of living going up is a large reason. They are also dealing with bell…
President-elect Donald Trump is underscoring his intention to block the purchase of U.S. Steel by Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel Corp., and he’s pledging to use tax incentives and tariffs to strengthen the iconic American steelmaker. Trump said during the campaign that he would “instantaneously” block the deal, and he reiterated that sentiment in a Monday night statement. President Joe Biden…
DULUTH, Minn.– A dream come true, to breathe new life into older clothes, has finally come true for a trio of friends. “Vintage clothing is awesome, because there is so much of it out there. And I really like the treasure hunt, kind of. I love learning, it’s such a cool snapshot into history,” said Caleb Swanson, one of the…
Knife River, MN – The Julebyen Christmas Village is back this weekend, offering a festive experience in the heart of Knife River. The popular holiday event, taking place on Saturday, Dec. 7 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Sunday, Dec. 8 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.), celebrates a centuries-old Nordic tradition with ethnic foods, crafts, holiday decorations, and music. Festival…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Local law enforcement and fire departments battle it out for a good cause. Badges on both sides of the bridge are engaged in a popularity contest, as part of the Red Cross’s latest blood drive. As people came to donate blood today at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, in Superior, they were able to cast their vote for either…
DULUTH, Minn.– After a busy weekend of Black Friday shopping, the fun isn’t done yet. Many locally owned stores, such as Duluth pack, is honing on cyber Monday deals for shoppers staying at home. They specialize in their backpacks, and other bags. As well as gear for camping, and other outdoor activities. Making sure to include to customers who can’t…
DULUTH, Minn.– Boulder Lake is also taking advantage of holiday sales by using materials on their property. For 4 years now, Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center has sold homemade wreathes, porch pots, and even kits to make your very own wreath. This is the largest fundraiser for that Boulder Lake hosts every year. They use freshly harvested material to create…
DULUTH, Minn.– One Cloquet writer, decided one day to take the adventure of a lifetime and travel cross country living in a van for six months. Filled with ambition and excitement, Jess Waldbillig hit the road and traveled the west coast for six months. All while living out of her converted van. She drove over 13,500 miles, and checked out…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter, on Sunday night, sparing the younger Biden a possible prison sentence for federal felony gun and tax convictions and reversing his past promises not to use the extraordinary powers of the presidency for the benefit of his family members. The Democratic president had previously said he would not pardon his…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Thanksgiving being over, Christmas is just around the corner, and the Holiday Spirits were high at Fitger’s as Santa came to town today. Santa and his reindeers Comet and Cupid arrived to Fitger’s for the first time this Holiday season. A long line of families were waiting to get their picture taken with Saint Nick, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Black Friday shoppers flocked to stores for a day of big deals. Across the country shoppers hit the stores for Black Friday, and in Duluth, thousands roamed through the Miller Hill Mall looking for gifts for the holidays or just trying to snag some deals. The doors of the mall opened up at 6 a.m., so people…
DULUTH, Minn.– For 19 years Duluth Running Company has put on the Gobble Gallop. And this year, they had quite the turn out! Over 1,700 runners took on the annual Thanksgiving run. This is the largest turn out they’ve had since 2019. The younger runners participated in the Gobble Giddy up kids run, There was also the Tough Turkey 1…
DULUTH, Minn. — This morning on Fox 21’s Morning Newscast, author and illustrator Trish Berger joined us live in the studio to share her heartwarming new children’s book, Little Baby Santa. The interactive social-emotional learning book provides a unique learning experience for young readers, combining fun, creativity, and important life lessons. The book is available for purchase online and in…
DULUTH, Minn. — The American Red Cross is partnering with first responders to help make a difference for those in need of life-saving blood. It’s called the Battle of the Badges blood drive. It is a 2-day event where Duluth and Superior Police and Fire and the St. Louis and Douglas County Sheriff’s Departments will be taking part. It’s all…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as Santa Claus has officially arrived at the Miller Hill Mall. The annual Santa Photo Experience has kicked off at the mall, where kids can get their picture taken with Saint Nick. Time slots can be booked ahead of time, but walk ups are also welcome. And as Christmas…
DULUTH, Minn.– With Thanksgiving being a day away, volunteers at the DECC is wasting no time with getting their meals squared away. After planning all year, the 1,540 Thanksgiving meals are being boxed up. They have quite the crew helping out this year, even booking out volunteer slots. The DECC has been feeding the Northland for 35 years. “We have…
DULUTH, Minn. – One of the only roads into the Morgan Park Neighborhood remains closed after a Canadian National-owned rail bridge was shut down due to “advanced deterioration” nearly two months ago. On October 4, city officials announced that an annual inspection of a CN-owned rail bridge of Idaho Street in West Duluth found “advanced deterioration” that made travel over…
DULUTH, Minn. — For a career described as “behind the scenes work” Fr. John Petrich provided years of support as a chaplain for officers, and the public, after overcoming troubling events. “In the last 34 years, we can name off all of the major kind of catastrophe-things that have happened in the St. Louis County, and many of us were…
DULUTH, Minn.– AFSCME union members collected food donations for Second Harvest Northland today outside Duluth city hall, while rallying for a fair contract with the city. AFSCME represents hundreds of City of Duluth employees. They have been calling for fair wages and better benefits and working conditions. Today’s rally came ahead of a meeting with city administration today. “You know…
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County is preparing for commercial cannabis, passing an ordinance establishing regulations at Tuesday’s meeting. County commissioners heard public comment Tuesday on Ordinance #68, which aims to regulate in-public use and create an infrastructure for zoning and licensing requirements of cannabis businesses. In a 6-1 vote, with Commissioner Ashley Grimm voting opposed, the “Cannabis Ordinance” will…
DULUTH, Minn. — A fight at Denfeld High School Tuesday ended with one student arrested and officers assaulted. A school resource officer responded to help staff members try to separate the students. During the chaotic scene, one staff member and two officers were assaulted, according to a police spokesperson. Three other staff members suffered the effects of a chemical irritant,…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — As feathers flew, Tim Walz accepted the symbolic presentation of a turkey Tuesday as he eases back into his duties as Minnesota’s governor following the Harris-Walz ticket’s defeat in the presidential election. Unlike the Minnesota-grown turkeys that President Joe Biden pardoned at the White House on Monday, Walz didn’t pardon this turkey, he said, “because in Minnesota we know…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — If turkey isn’t your preferred choice for Thanksgiving, why not try Chicken Wellington instead? Fox 21’s Maria Vollom joined Chef Chris to prepare the dish at Ledge Rock Grille ahead of the holiday. The restaurant will be hosting a Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 28, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Cooking Connection, Minnesota,…
Northland — The local musical duo North of Montgomery, featuring Ava and Kaleb, appeared live on Fox 21’s morning newscast on Tuesday, November 26, for an interview and performance. Stay connected with North of Montgomery on all social media platforms. Catch their next performance at SandRocks in Sandstone on December 5 at 6 PM. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News…
DULUTH, Minn. -A former youth pastor for Duluth’s Vineyard Church, was sentenced to 13 years in prison Monday, after entering a guilty plea earlier this month. Jackson Michael Gatlin, 36, of Duluth, was a former youth pastor for Vineyard Church, where he sexually assaulted five girls from the congregation. On Monday, Gatlin was sentenced to 13 years in prison in…
DULUTH, Minn.– For over a decade, CHUM has pitched in to help as many people as possible to make sure they have a Thanksgiving meal they deserve. For the season of giving, CHUM has prepared 100 Thanksgiving boxes filled with all of the essentials. There are favorites such as the turkey itself, stuffing, potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and even…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Chief Administrative Officer David Montgomery talked publicly Sunday for the first time since the Star Tribune broke the news Friday that a committee he appointed had chosen an Arizona firm to handle Duluth’s next multi-million-dollar tourism marketing contract – something Mayor Roger Reinert said earlier in the year should be handled by Duluth talent. “We feel…
VIRGINIA, Minn. – Prosecuting attorneys were largely silent, during an evidentiary hearing on Friday, while the defense continued their pursuit of a dismissal. All four charged members of the Iron Range Hells Angels and their supporters were present in the Virginia courtroom, for the joint hearing of members Anthony Debelak and Eric Newman, who is the only member still in…
CARLTON, Minn. — After weeks of suspense, close calls, and multiple failed capture attempts–Brad the sheep is finally back home in Carlton. Brad, the runaway sheep turned local celebrity, returned late Tuesday night, much to everyone’s relief. “I still feel like I’m processing it, but being here today is like “oh year, he’s safe, he’s fine, he doesn’t have to…
MINNESOTA — At least 15 people in Minnesota have been sickened by E. coli poisoning tied to a national recall of more than 167,000 pounds of potentially tainted ground beef, federal health officials said. Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. recalled the meat this week after Minnesota state agriculture officials reported multiple illnesses and found that a sample of the product tested positive…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local music legend Marvin Pomeroy recently underwent major surgery. Now, fellow musicians are rallying together for a benefit event this weekend to help raise funds for his recovery. On Friday, Musician Gina Lee was on the morning newscast to talk more about it. The benefit will be held this Sunday from 12 PM to 6 PM at…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– The Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce recognized and celebrated volunteers, members, and efforts of this year. Around 200 members gathered at today’s celebration got an overall look to the 2024 year — the successes from businesses in Hermantown, Proctor, Duluth, and Rice Lake. There are now 300 Chamber of Commerce members. A slide show recognized all of the…
DULUTH, Minn.– Today is Give to the Max Day, a day to highlight, and give it your all to local nonprofits. For 16 years now, Give to the Max Day has helped improve the quality of life of local communities. To make that happen, donations are made for Duluth nonprofits. Last year, Give to the Max raised 34.2 million dollars…
DULUTH, Minn. (Nov. 21) — The city of Duluth announced Thursday that a special selection committee has determined its finalist for Duluth’s next two-year tourism marketing contract. The top-scoring finalist will be announced at a committee of the whole meeting on Dec. 5 before the council makes a vote to deny or approve during the council meeting Dec. 9. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are bracing for an increase in expenses. To help us navigate this busy time without breaking the bank, Amanda Bruggman from Affinity Plus was on the morning newscast Thursday with some valuable advice. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
