Musician Returns to Duluth for Bayfront Blues Fest
Artist Performs Friday Night
Bayfront Blues Festival musician plays on FOX 21 Sunrise.
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City Won’t Use Contractor For Leftover Curb Debris Cleanup
Contractors May Be Used At Hartley, Hibbard Plant
The city of Duluth changed its mind Thursday about possibly hiring an outside tree service to finish picking up all that storm debris still on many homeowners’ curbs from the severe storms more than one month ago.
Tourism Tax Revenue Looking Up For Duluth
There is good news for Duluth’s tourism tax revenue. The numbers are up so far this year.
Cliffs United Taconite Introduces New Mustang Pellet Project
Project Expected to Employ Thousands of People
Mining industry layoffs on the Iron Range have been common in recent years but there is good news as some of those employees are now back at work.
Bicycle Route 41 will connect St. Paul to the Canadian Border
The route is close to official designation.
US Bicycle Route 41 is close to designation. Officials are taking final input from the public before sending in the needed paperwork for its official designation. The route would run from St. Paul to the Canadian border via Duluth.
Habitat for Humanity Women Build
Female volunteers grabbed hammers, saws, and other tools to help build a home.
Habitat for Humanity hosted a women build at their latest home in Hibbing. The event brought in volunteers from the Chamber of Commerce and Hibbing Taconite.
Swim Creative Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Advertising and design firm celebrates with Cannonball Fundraiser for Wildwoods.
Advertising and design agency Swim Creative hosted a Cannon Ball party at Clyde Iron Works for their 10th anniversary. Funds from the party went to the Wildwoods Rehabilitation Center.
Residents Take a Stroll for Ice Cream
Seniors got the chance to grab some ice cream
Residents at the Sunnyside Healthcare Center in Cloquet got the chance to roll through the town of Cloquet today.
Open House Offered for People Considering Becoming Foster Parents
The Need for Loving Foster Homes in St. Louis County Continues to Grow
An average of 700 children are in foster care placements on any given day in St. Louis County.
Marina and Veterans Home in Silver Bay Affected in Storm
More Than 6 Inches of Rain Fell in Around 3 Hours
Heavy rainfall, flashes of lightning and booming thunder hit towns on the North shore of Lake Superior Wednesday night.
Shots Fired Wednesday Night
Duluth Police responded to a call from a person hearing shots fired
Duluth Police responded to a call from a person who heard shots fired on W 2nd Street.
Bayfield Author Publishes Book on Northwestern Wisconsin
Early Life Among the Indians: The 1892 Memoir of Benjamin Armstrong
A Bayfield County author has published another book on Northwestern Wisconsin.
Making a Traditional Greek Salad
Cooking Connection: Greek Salad
For this week’s Cooking Connection we make a Greek Salad.
St. Louis County Fair Begins
The fair runs from August 10th through the 14th. It's a chance to see talented artists, the hard work of local kids, and shows.
The St. Louis County Fair brings together the best of the county. Visitors can see exhibits from those involved in 4H to open class. The Salvation Army of Hibbing and Virginia are hosting a food drive during the fair. Anyone who donates a can of food will receive a dollar off admission.
Firefighters Tell Community Members to be Safe Around Tree Debris
Dry Debris Can Cause Fires and Other Hazards
After a series of storms, many yards across the Northland are still filled with debris piles and keeping those piles around too long can be potentially dangerous.
Kids Got the Chance to Attend a Robotics and Drones Camp
Kids Learn About Engineering and Team Work
It was a fun day for young engineers over at WITC in Superior.
UMD Research is Published in Nature Magazine
Students Study African climate changes
Nature Magazine will be highlighting results of University of Minnesota Duluth reasearch that could impact theories on human evolution.
Douglas County Prepares For New District Attorney
Mark Fruehauf Defeats Dan Blank
There’s a new face coming to the Douglas County District Attorney’s office.
UW System Requests $42.5 Million From State
Request For More Funding For School Year
The University of Wisconsin system is asking the state for 42.5 million dollars to spread across 13 campuses state wide.
UWS Hosts First Space Camp For Young Women
Camp Focused On Careers In Space And Aviation
For the first time ever The University of Wisconsin Superior hosted a space camp just for high school girls.
Animal Answers: Wildwoods Rehabilitation Center
Northern Minnesota's Only Wild Animal Rescue Center Continues to Grow
When you hear “call of the wild,” a trip to the Lake Superior Zoo might come to mind. For many in the Northland, we interact with wildlife at some point in our lives. But what happens when that interaction becomes a lifesaving action?
Water Temperature of Lake Superior is Close to Record Levels
According to research, Lake Superior is warming faster almost morethan any other lake in the world.
The water temperature of Lake Superior is almost the highest it’s ever been. Researchers monitor the water temperature through buoys, ships, and near shore measurements.
Officials Host a Landlord Workshop
Tenants and Landlords Come to Learn About Duluth Housing
The Tenant Landlord Connection, a program of One Roof Community Housing, is presenting a series of free workshops to help area landlords.
Hundreds Come Out to Cast Their Vote in the Primary Elections
The Primary Elections Take Place in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Voter turnout in both Minnesota and Wisconsin are expected to be fairly low overall, which is typical for primary elections but there are several contested races around the Northland drawing voter attention.
UW to ask for Additional Money and an End to Tuition Freeze
UWS Releases Statement
University of Wisconsin System leaders plan to ask Gov. Scott Walker to lift a tuition freeze and give them about $40 million more in aid in the next state budget.
Glensheen Mansion Reveals Forgotten History of Scenic Drive
Northland Uncovered: North Shore Scenic Drive
There’s a scenic route in the Northland with hidden gems for tourists to enjoy as they head up to Grand Marais.
Children on Autism Spectrum Embrace their Creativity
Islands of Brilliance
For the first time ever, children on the Autism Spectrum from Duluth and around the Northland got a chance to get creative at HTK Marketing Communications.
Turning Debris into Art
Some people are taking the loads of tree debris in Duluth and turning it into artwork.
Duluth City Seeking Help In Storm Clean Up
Council Voting To Bring In Private Contractor
Mayor Emily Larson and her administration are ready to shift gears for storm tree debris pickup by voting to bring in a private contractor.
State Program Benefits Duluth Preschool Students
State Program Sends More Kids To Preschool
In Minnesota, 74 school districts and charter schools received funding to offer preschool.
Knowing Your Neighbors: Jacq Frost
New frozen yogurt shop offers some cool treats for hot, summer days.
New frozen yogurt shop brings lots of flavor to Canal Park. Jacq Frost lets customers pick all the yogurt and toppings they want.
Lt. Governor Smith’s Made in Minnesota Tour Stops in Duluth
The tour highlighted the success of small businesses and job creation.
Smith’s Made in Minnesota tour featured several small business and highlighted the impact they have on local economies.
Duluth Gets Ready for Tall Ships
Tall Ships Duluth will bring nearly 300,000 visitors to the area.
Nearly 300,000 will come into the Twin Ports to watch the ships on the waters of Lake Superior for Tall Ships. The event brings in nearly 15 million dollars to the community.
Travelers Feel Impact of Airline Computer Shutdown
Delta Flights Delayed Due to Power Outage in Airline HQ
Travelers are still feeling the effects of an early morning power outage at Delta Airlines.
2016 Looks to be Big Year for Duluth Tourism
Coffee Conversation: Duluth Tourism
It may seem like summer just started, but fall is just around the corner.
City Looks To Outside Help For Leftover Storm Debris
The city of Duluth is asking for patience from homeowners who still have storm tree debris piled up on their curbs.
Karpeles Hosts Telephone Exhibit
Alexander Graham Bell Historical Documents On Display
The Karpeles Manuscript Museum is putting original Alexander Graham Bell documents and historical artifacts on display.
Authorities Respond To Water Emergency At Edgewater
A little girl is lucky to be alive after a water emergency at Edgewater Hotel and Resort.
Man With One Lung Bikes 150 Miles
The Ride Was Part of "Bike for Hope Minnesota"
A group of 28 bikers made a 150 mile journey this weekend.
Many Compete in The Proctor Speedway Bus Race
Fox 21's Dan Hanger Competes in Bus Race
It was a night of pure chaos down at the Proctor Speedway.
Many Gather at The Great Lakes Aquarium for Discovery Day
Families Learn About Online Schooling at Discovery Day
Community members learned about online schooling at discovery day held at the Great Lakes Aquarium.
The DECC Celebrates 50 Years
Hundreds Come Out to Celebrate the DECC
There was a celebration happening down at the DECC today, and this time, it was the DECC itself that was the main attraction.
The YWCA Gives School Supplies to Families in Need
Pencils, Pens and Backpacks are Handed Out to Those in Need
The new school year is around the corner and the YWCA in Duluth is helping get school supplies for families in need.
Business is Back to Normal in Hayward after Flooding
Severe storms impacted the area weeks ago. Local leaders say they're open for business.
With flooding and severe storms hitting the Hayward area a few weeks ago, local leaders report the community is “open for business.”
Tony Wise Museum of the American Birkebeiner Opens
The museum showcases the history of North America's largest ski race.
The Tony Wise Museum of the American Birkebeiner opened in Hayward. It highlights the history of North America’s largest ski race.
Country Fans Come Out for the Howling Moon Festival
The Howling Moon Festival Features Many Country Singers
Summer music continues to rock Bayfront as the Howling Moon Music Festival is taking place tonight.
Many Gather for a night of Mayhem
Bus Races Cause Mayhem at the Proctor Speedway
Crews are getting ready for a night of pure mayhem at the Proctor Speedway.
Many Gather for a Pet Parade
Pets of all kind gather for a Parade
Community members and their four legged friends walked in the pet parade at Spirit Valley Days
Lake Superior Marine Museum Celebrates Lighthouse Day
August 7th is National Lighthouse Day
National Light House day is around the corner, and the Lake Superior Marine Museum is celebrating a little early.
People Continue Dropping Off Debris After Storm
Drop Off Site Dates Extended
Community members continue to drop off trees and debris at debris drop-off sites after recent storms. It’s affecting the length of time the drop off sites will stay open.
