DTC Grand Opening Ceremony in Duluth
30 Million Dollar Construction Project is Complete
The event was held to celebrate the completion of the 30 million dollar construction project that began in June of 2014
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Hockey Day Minnesota Around the Corner
Event Takes Place Saturday
Hockey Day Minnesota is just around the corner and this year it’s in Duluth!
Making Seared Ahi Tuna with Essentia Health
Cooking Connection: Seared Ahi Tuna
For this week’s Cooking Connection we made Seared Ahi Tuna with Chad Nurminen. He is the executive chef with Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center.
Saving Lives Part 1: Pediatric Oncologist
In part one of a special report, FOX 21’s Dan, Hanger introduces you to a top pediatric cancer doctor at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center who is very aware that death is part of the job – but he says providing comfort outweighs it all.
Superior’s Drug-Free Grad Party In Jeopardy
Superior High School’s annual drug-free grad party is in jeopardy of fading away because of a lack of funding.
Nathan Schroeder Takes The Beargrease Win
Nathan Schroeder collected his 4th Beargrease title early Wednesday morning. The father of three and Northland native was welcomed by a large audience of on-lookers at the finish line.
Chester Bowl Chalet Improvements Unveiled
Public Meeting Held for Chalet Improvements
Proposed plans for the renovation of the Chester Bowl Chalet went before the public Wednesday. The current chalet has been in use since the 1970s, and the Bowl’s programs have quickly outgrown it.
6th Annual St. Louis River Summit Held in Superior
Event Was Held at UWS
The National Estuarine Research Reserve held their 6th annual St. Louis River Summit at the University of Wisconsin-Superior.
Duluth School District Facing $3.3 Million Dollar Deficit
Declining Enrollment Is One of the Culprits of the Deficit
The Duluth school district is facing a deficit of millions of dollars, and is looking to make some changes in the upcoming year to balance the budget.
Duluth Tourism Industry Still on the Rise
Tax Collections Topped 10 Million
Duluth’s tourism tax collections topped ten millions dollars this past year.
Beargrease Racers Get A Victorious Welcome
The Beargrease Dog Sled Race drew a large attendence of on-lookers this Wednesday morning. Early birds got together to catch a glimpse of the mushers and cheer them on as sled dog teams crossed the finish line.
Mother Arrested After Kids Found Alone In Apartment Fire
A 2-year-old and 5-year-old are lucky to be alive after their apartment started on fire Tuesday night with no parents inside.
Duluth Students Fundraise For Germany Trip
Community members came together Tuesday evening to help local high school kids take a trip to Berlin, Germany.
New Duluth Co-Op Now Hiring
Opening Date Set For Mid-March
As the Whole Foods Co-Op in the Denfeld neighborhood makes progress toward opening its doors, owners are currently in the process of hiring new employees.
Laid-Off Steelworkers React To Failed Special Session
Gov. Dayton will not call a special session
Without a special session, many miners say they’re left digging for answers as what to do next to support their families.
Forum About Racism and Poverty Held in Superior
Forum Held in the Superior Public Library
Community members gathered in the Superior Public Library for an open discourse on topics like systemic racism and poverty issues in Superior.
Ground Hog Day at the Lake Superior Zoo
Fill in Animal Checks for Spring
It’s Ground Hog Day, and we have news from the Lake Superior Zoo that Spring is around the corner
Experts Weigh in on Lack of Lake Superior Ice
Talking to the National Weather Service About Lake Ice
This winter has been warmer than average, and that has meant far less ice on Lake Superior than in years past.
Coffee Beans Go Down in Price
Lower Prices for Coffee Beans
The cost of coffee beans looks to be going down, but does that mean less for a cup of joe at your favorite coffee shop?
Superior Timberland Provides Serene Setting
Northland Uncovered: Superior Municipal Forest
For this week’s Northland Uncovered we go into the Superior Municipal Forest.
UWS Political Science Professor Talks Impact of Iowa Caucuses
Iowa Caucuses Produce Record Turnout
UWS political science professor talks with FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad about the impact of the Iowa Caucuses.
Superior Holds Garbage Fee Meeting
A new garbage fee is on in Superior and the first quarterly bill will arrive in mailboxes this April.
Former Police Chief: Duluth Needs More Officers
While Duluth Mayor Emily Larson decides who should be the next police chief, the administration and elected officials on the council may want to get ready to start adding more officers on the street, according to former Police Chief Gordon Ramsay.
‘Iceman’ Calls Recent Warm-Up ‘Deja Vu’
Creator Feels Structure Could Collapse
An outdoor attraction in Superior is a little on edge and possibly ready to crumble after recent 40-degree weather.
Vi’s Pizza – Five Generations of Pizza Tradition
Family Pizza in the Iron Range
When you think of the Iron Range, you may think of many things, but pizza might not be one of those things.
Duluth East Extends Winning Streak To Seven
Greyhounds Took Down Lumberjacks 6-3
Duluth East has been on fire lately, winning their past six games. Monday night CEC tried to stop that streak.
Duluth East’s Senior Duo Shines On Both Ends Of The Court
Miler and Zwak have played together for four years.
Many teams have one star player but the Duluth East basketball team is lucky enough to have two.
Beargrease Marathon Reaches Halfway Point
Marathon Gets Closer to Finish
Even though it’s only day two of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, the race has already reached its halfway point. Many of the mushers reached the checkpoint near Grand Portage to rest many of those weary paws.
Duluth Police, Fire Chief Positions Now Posted
A Public Opinion Survey Is Also Posted
The city of Duluth has officially posted the job openings for the city’s police chief and fire chief.
UMD Girl’s Track and Cross Country Team Hosts Blood Drive
Athletes Work to Recruit Donors
The Women’s Track and Cross Country team for The University of Minnesota Duluth hosted a blood drive Monday, where they volunteered their time to recruit blood donors.
‘The Current’ Enters Duluth With Mayoral Proclamation
Now Streaming on 90.9 FM
“The Current” — a radio program on 90.9 FM — launched on Duluth airwaves Monday at 9 a.m.
Why Are The Iowa Caucuses So Important?
First Voting State in the 2016 Presidential Election Cycle
Iowa is one of the few states that hold caucuses, and though only a small fraction of the country’s population lives and votes there, the Iowa caucuses play a huge role in the nomination process.
Space Carpet Prepares for Concert with DSSO
Band Gets to Perform with Symphony
The winner of the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra’s Bridge Sessions contest, Space Carpet Band, recently geared up for their big show.
DTA General Manager Speaks on New Center Opening
Coffee Conversation: New DTA Center to Open
For this week’s Coffee Conversation, DTA General Manager, Dennis Jensen, chatted with FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad about the new multi-million dollar center.
‘Corpse Flower’ Ready To Bloom
Get a whiff of this. A foul-smelling plant known as a “corpse flower” is expected to bloom soon at the University of Minnesota.
Patrick Boyle Running For Re-election To County Board
County Commissioner Patrick Boyle announced Sunday his campaign for re-election to the St. Louis County Board, 2nd District.
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Kicks Off
Hundreds Gather To Cheer The Teams On
Hundreds of people and their canine friends gathered in Two Harbors for the 32nd running of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon.
Duluth Brewery Moving Into Old ‘Last Place On Earth’ Building
Owners Hope To Open By Grandma's Marathon
The Blacklist Artisan Ales will be moving its brewery to 120 East Superior Street– more commonly known as the former home of Last Place On Earth.
Erik Simonson Receives A Big Campaign Endorsement
Senate Candidate Erik Simonson’s campaign get a big endorsement fromMinnesota State Senator Roger Reinert this morning.
Heating An Older Home
Older homes in Duluth are beautiful but the maintenance and up keep can get pricey.
Vet’s Check Dogs Running in the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
The Dogs Are Preparing to Run Almost 400 Miles
A health check for the dogs was held in Beaver Bay.
Opening Ceremony for the Sled Dog Marathon Held in Hermantown
Hundreds Gathered For the Ceremony
Hundreds of people filled the room for the opening ceremony of the North shore’s Iconic John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon.
Fitger’s Frozen Fundraiser
Community members came together Friday to help out their furry friends, all thanks to Animal Allies.
Volunteer Joins the John Beargrease Marathon
For thirty-two years, the John Beargrease Marathon has been a race of skills, wits, and endurance.
Program Connects Homeless to Govt., Health Services
It might be easy for you to access healthcare, child care, and other basic services.
Shedding Some Light on the Iowa Caucuses
If You've Wondered What the Heck a Caucus Actually Is...
As the race for president heats up, candidates from both major parties have focused efforts on the Iowa caucuses.
UWS Scholarship Remembers NASA Shuttle Accident Victim
The University of Wisconsin–Superior has a scholar program named after the memory of Dr. Ronald McNair — an astronaut that was killed on the NASA space shuttle Challenger. The program held an event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the shuttle accident.
Madeline Island Ferry Still Chuggin’ This Winter
Even though it may be the end of January in Bayfield, the Madeline Island Ferry has not stopped and docked for the season.
Twins Caravan Makes Stop In Hayward
The Minnesota Twins Caravan stopped in Hayward Thursday. The caravan came fully loaded with players Joe Mauer, Bert Blyleven and Glen Perkins.
Jury Finds Kyham Dunn Not Guilty of Felony Murder
A jury has found Kyham Dunn not guilty of party to the crime of felony murder in connection to the shooting death of 20-year-old Garth Velin in Superior in September of 2014.
