All Aboard The Pumpkin Train!
Families enjoyed spending time with each other
Today was the last day to hop aboard the north shore scenic railroad with the pumpkin patch as your destination.
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Locals Fundraise For Protesters in North Dakota
Local Portester Also Arrested
The arrests at yesterday’s standing rock camp hits close to home as a local Duluthian was one of those people put into handcuffs and taken to jail.
People Have Fun at a Trunk or Treat Event
Kids Dress Up for Trunk or Treat Event
There was Halloween fun to be had over across the bridge in Superior.
The Lake Superior Zoo Hosts a Halloween Event
Many Come to a Boo at the Zoo Event
Things were getting spooky down at the Lake Superior Zoo today.
Animal Allies Fur Ball
The 15th annual gala was held tonight
The 15th annual fur ball gala took place tonight to raise money for Animal Allies
Superior Fire Department Open House
Community members had the chance to get inside the Superior Fire Department
Annual open house allowed community members to learn about the Superior Fire Department
Officials Hold a Forum on Medicare
Many Gather for a Forum on Medicare
With all the red tape and fine print, the healthcare industry can be a difficult thing for people to understand.
Giants Ridge Officially Opens up New Chalet
The new chalet nearly doubles the size of their old one and enhances their guest's experience.
Fall Fest celebrates the official opening of the new chalet at Giants Ridge.
Ski Swap Raises Money for Giants Ridge Ski Patrol
The Ski Patrol responds to ski and snowboarding emergencies at Giants Ridge.
The annual ski swap raises money for the Ski Patrol at Giants Ridge. Skiers could find good, early prices on equipment and more.
Northland Could Be Bracing For Colder and Snowier Winter
La Nina Builds, NOAA Predicts Changes for Winter Weather
Snow lovers rejoice! If the Climate Prediction Center is accurate, we could be bracing for some big time cold air and more snow this winter.
Vi’s Pizza Raises Money for Employee who Suffered a Stroke
Mike McDirmid suffered a stroke and the restaurant is selling t-shirts to help with his medical expenses.
Vi’s Pizza is selling t-shirts to help with the medical expenses of one of their longtime employees. Mike McDirmid suffered a stroke while at work and is on the long road to recovery.
Hartley Trails Now Open to the Public
Thousands of trees were knocked down during the July storm
Friday marks three months since the July storm affected the Northland. This week, one of the areas hit the worst is now fully re–opened.
Superior Family Receives Helping Hand
The Home Depot stepped up to provide home improvements
Volunteers from The Home Depot teamed up with Western Lake Superior Habitat for Humanity to make some home improvements for the McKay family.
Lincoln Park Homicide Suspects Charged
Two have been charged in connection with the Lincoln Park shooting.
Aaron Humphries and Orin Vann have been charged in connection with the Lincoln Park shooting death of Eric Burns.
New Furniture Store Opens In Hermantown
Furniture Express is offering $80 twin mattresses
Furniture Express is offering $80 twin mattresses
Thoresen and Greniger’s Bail Set in Grand Rapids Beheading
On October 20, 2016, both were indicted on first degree and second degree murder
On Friday, October 21, 2016, Joseph Christen Thoresen, 35, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and Kayleene Danielle Greniger, 22, of Grand Rapids, appeared in Itasca County District Court.
Governor Dayton Urges Legislators to Agree on Health Care Fix
Governor Mark Dayton says he will call a special session to address rapidly rising costs for people buying health insurance through Minnesota’s state exchange, if legislative leaders can come up with a plan of action.
FallFest Starts at Giant’s Ridge Today
Grand Opening for New Chalet
Giant’s Ridge is celebrating the grand opening of the resort’s new chalet.
Mont Du Lac Resort On The Rise
New Cabins A Big Hit For Winter
Excitement is rising at Mont Du Lac resort. Fox 21 gets exclusive look inside newly built cabins that are ready for occupants starting this winter.
Superior Needs Your Vote
Multi Purpose Convention Center In The Works
Better City of Superior is a new non–profit economic development group that has come up with a plan to lure more tourists, Build the local economy and attract more businesses to the city.
Love Your Melon Day Donates 10,000 Hats to Children with Cancer Nationwide
UMD students participated in their local chapter by donating hats and taking a child to the Duluth Children's Museum.
College students across the country celebrated Love Your Melon day by giving away 10,000 free hats to kids battling cancer.
Duluth Fire Department Receives Two Loaner Trucks
They will temporarily replace out of service engines
It’s part of a federal program that allows departments to borrow equipment from others across the country that aren’t using that equipment.
Lake Superior Zoo Seeks Financial Help
Zoo asks city for $200,000 subsidy and an extension to repay its line of credit.
The Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth is facing an uncertain future without help from the city. The zoo pleaded its case for a $200,000 subsidy and an extension of the deadline to repay its $300,000 line of credit.
High School Musicians Gather at UWS For Tri-State Festival
Students Are Hand-Picked By Their Teachers
Band students from Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, came together in the twin ports for part of a special musical event.
Celebrating International Credit Union Day in Superior
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Begins Festivities
Renovations are complete at a credit union in Superior, and just in time. It’s International Credit Union Day.
YWCA Duluth Hosts ‘Women of Distinction’ Luncheon
Honoring Those That Rise Above
Today was a very special day for empowering women across the Northland.
WLSSD Expands Yard Waste Hours Through October
Not an Extraordinary Fall, Just Trying to Be More Convenient
As leaves continue to fall from the trees, Northlanders are getting more help to get rid of the bags and bags of yard waste that are piling up.
Nancy Lee Comes to Duluth to Speak About Her Book
Northland Author Comes to Duluth to Speak About Her Book
A Twin Cities author visited Duluth today to discuss her book on the 1918 Cloquet fires.
Officials Rally for More After School Programs
Students Attended a Rally and Played Games for the Lights on After school Initiative
Millions of kids across the country go unsupervised after school each day. That’s why children, parents and community leaders came together today for a special rally at Lincoln Park Middle School in Duluth.
Jury Indicts Thoresen and Greniger in Grand Rapids Beheading Case
Charges increase for the individuals involved in David Haiman's murder
Itasca County Attorney John J. Muhar reports on Thursday, October 20, 2016, an Itasca County Grand Jury indicted Joseph Christen Thoresen, 35, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and Kayleene Danielle Greniger, 22, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota on two counts of Murder in the First Degree and two counts of Murder in the Second Degree.
Expert Samples Fall Favorite Wines
Fall is here so a wine expert visited FOX 21 to talk Fall wine selections.
UMD Students Hope to Bring Positivity to Children with Cancer
Love Your Melon Day
UMD students are hoping to bring smiles to the faces of Northland children with cancer.
Lincoln Park Business Owner: There’s A Growing Drug Problem
Police Chief Mike Tusken Talks Problem Solving, Perspective
A day after the fatal shooting of a man on West Superior Street in Lincoln Park, one longtime business owner nearby told FOX 21 it was time to speak out about what he calls the worst drug problem the area has seen since he started running his business in the area 20 years ago. But Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken told FOX 21 the Lincoln Park business district is seeing a revitalization that isn’t as bad as some may think.
Arson Investigation at Duluth Duplex
Two Families Displaced In Fire
Two families are without a home after their duplex caught fire in what investigators are calling a arson.
Northland Nurses Volunteer in Haiti
Nurses Will Help Treat Cholera Patients
The United Nations says nearly 1.5 million people need help right now in Haiti.Hurricane Matthew killed hundreds, destroyed homes, and knocked out electricity.
African Heriatge taught at Superior Library
Good Time To Learn More Culture
The Superior African Heritage Community continues to take education to another level.From 4 to 6 pm the group meets every two weeks on Wednesdays at the Superior library.
Petal It Forward Looks to Spread Happiness
Handed out 800 bouquets to people
While the dreary weather might be getting you down, Engwall’s Florists is looking to cheer you up.
Free Antique Appraisals Every Third Wednesday of the Month
Collectors were able to find out the worth of their items
At the depot, collectors of all kind of things were able to find out just what their worth was today.
Ticks are Continuing to Linger in the Northland
Warmer Fall Temperatures are Allowing Ticks to Latch on Longer
There are nearly 850 species of ticks, some which are capable of transmitting diseases such as Lyme Disease.
Pumpkin Patch Train Beings Tomorrow
Starting Thursday, October 20, Hundreds Will Ride Toward Secret Pumpkin Patch
Starting tomorrow, hundreds will hop aboard the Pumpkin Patch Train at the North Shore Scenic Railroad.
Local Students Address Bullying in Schools
Students Pledge to End Bullying in Their School
One of every four school aged children will be bullied this year. That is upwards of 13 million students.
Officials Celebrate the Miner’s Warehouse Expansion
Miner's Warehouse Expansion is Expected to Bring in More Business
Miners Incorporated held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its newly expanded distribution center facility.
University of Wisconsin-Superior Professor Talks About the Importance of being Politically Involved
Professor Talks About the Importance of being Politically Involved
Local officials at the University of Wisconsin-Superior are responding to this years presidential campaign.
Hermantown Hopes To Open Wellness Center
Votes needed to approve sales tax for funding
The city of Hermantown has a big decision this November, whether or not to vote for the city to acquire the use of the current sales tax for a big city project.
Duluth Curling Club Offers Free Clinic
Learn to Curl for Free at the DECC
For the past two nights the Duluth Curling Club has opened its doors to the public for a “Learn to Curl” clinic.
Duluth in Running for Knight Cities Challenge
The challenge looks for different ideas that improve the community. Knight Cities will award grants across the country for the best ideas.
Duluth is one of twenty-six cities vying for a share of five million dollars in grants.
DRCC Celebrates 50 Years
The organization celebrates the milestone but still needs help
The organization celebrates the milestone but still needs help
Congressman Sean Duffy Visits Newly Opened GOP Center
Congressman Duffy Met With Supporters on Tuesday Morning
Wisconsinites in Superior welcomed Congressman Sean Duffy to town earlier Tuesday.
Ashland Students Take Field Trip To Dakota Pipeline Protest
15 Students Will Camp Two Nights In North Dakota
A controversial, sometimes violent protest site that has made national headlines for the past few months is now the field trip destination for a group of Ashland Middle School and high school students.
Beargrease to Start in New Location
The sled dog marathon will now begin in Two Harbors
The Beargrease will now begin at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Two Harbors.
