Last Minute Preps Happening at Marathon Starting Line
DULUTH, Minn. --It’s almost race day for Grandma’s Marathon, and there is still plenty of work ahead for employees and volunteers alike. At the starting line just outside of Two Harbors,…
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Behind the Scenes of the Spaghetti Feed
DULUTH, Minn.- The annual Michelina's Spaghetti Feed has been feeding the Northland before grandma's marathon since 1977. The spaghetti feast helps runners carb up before the big race, but everyone is welcome…
Kara Goucher Returns to Duluth for Gary Bjorkland half marathon
DULUTH, Minn.- After experiencing races around the world a two time Olympian is raving of Grandma's Marathon. Two time Olympian and Duluth native Kara Goucher is back and excited to take-off at…
Trump Changes Duluth Rally Venue
DULUTH, Minn. - President Donald Trump will be stopping in Duluth next week, however the venue for his scheduled appearance has changed. According to his official website, Trump will now be holding his campaign rally at the Amsoil Arena on…
Boy Tells Police That Driver Shot his Family in Road Rage run-in
DENVER (AP) — A 12-year-old boy told police he saw a driver open fire on his family during a road rage confrontation in Colorado, killing his older brother and critically wounding his mother and younger brother, authorities said Friday. Police…
Nelly Performing at Bayfront Park in August
DULUTH, Minn. – Nelly is coming to Duluth this summer. The multi-platinum, Grammy award-winning rap superstar has been added to the Tyler Farr Show that is coming to Bayfront Festival Park on August 2. The gates will open at 5:00…
Heavy Storms Leave Thousands Without Power
DULUTH, Minn. – Heavy thunderstorms continue to cause flooding and power outages throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin this afternoon. As of 3:00 p.m. power outage maps in the area reported: Minnesota Power has approximately 1,900 customers impacted. Lake Country Power…
Kellogg Recalls Honey Smacks Because of Salmonella Potential
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (AP) - The Kellogg Company is voluntarily recalling some of its Honey Smacks cereal after salmonella infected 73 people in 31 states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says most of the outbreaks were in California,…
UPDATE: One Victim in Cable Home Explosion Dies From Injuries
CABLE, Wis. –According to an update from the Bayfield County Sheriff's Office Joyce Reidl has died from her injuries sustained from the home explosion yesterday evening. At this time there is no update on the condition of her husband,…
Power Outages Reported Throughout Area
DULUTH, Minn.-Multiple power outages are being reported throughout the Northland as the area deals with severe storms. More than 4,000 customers are without power in the Duluth area. Check back at this website from Minnesota Power for more updates: http://outagemap.mnpower.com/external/default.html. FROM…
Ex-Burnsville Teacher Gets Jail Time for sex With Student
BURNSVILLE, Minn. - The ex-Burnsville high school teacher accused of having sex with a 16-year-old student and sending nude photos of himself to another student is getting jail time. Fox 9 reports, Erik Akervik, 29, will also serve 30 days…
Illness Tied to Produce Worsening in Minnesota and Wisconsin
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota and Wisconsin health officials say a growing number of people are falling ill to infections linked to fresh produce. Both states are investigating an outbreak in infections caused by Cyclospora, a parasite commonly found in developing…
Judge Jails ex-Trump Campaign Chair Manafort Ahead of Trial
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman is going to jail. Paul Manafort was ordered into custody Friday after a federal judge revoked his house arrest, citing newly filed obstruction of justice charges. The move by U.S. District…
Active Adventures: Starting Line Etiquette
TWO HARBORS, Minn. - In this week's Active Adventures, FOX 21 Meteorologist William Seay speaks with Two Harbors Chamber President Janelle Bianco Jones. Jones is also the Starting Line Coordinator…
Flooding Continues in Gogebic County
GOGEBIC COUNTY, Mich. - Authorities in Gogebic County continue to report flooding in and around Ironwood, Bessemer, and Wakefield. Reports state that three to four inches of rain have…
Screen Printing with Passion, Exploring Flagship Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - When it comes to buying clothes, many customers don't often think about how much work truly goes into designing and printing. Newly opened Flagship Duluth is looking to expand,…
Grandma's Marathon Charity Partner: Running for the Cure
DULUTH, Minn.- There are over a dozen charity partners with Grandma's Marathon, but this year one man is starting a first-time charity to honor his wife. Runners are raising money for the …
Riders Plunge 34 Feet, Others Hurt in Roller Coaster Derail
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) - Authorities say two riders fell 34 feet to the ground when a roller coaster derailed and eight others had to be pulled to safety high above the Daytona Beach Boardwalk. Daytona Beach Fire spokeswoman Sasha…
Local Craft Beer Options for Father's Day
DULUTH, Minn. - Trying to assemble a craft beer six pack for Pops? Consider these local beers based on what your dad enjoys this Father's Day. Staff from Castle Danger…
China Announces Equal Penalties to Retaliate for US Tariffs
BEIJING (AP) — China’s government responded quickly to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff hike on Chinese goods by announcing Friday it will immediately impose penalties of “equal strength” on U.S. products. The Commerce Ministry said it also was scrapping deals…
Home Explosion in Cable Injures two
CABLE, Wis. – According to the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office, a home explosion in Cable has left two residents with severe burns and other injuries. Thursday evening a neighbor of the residents reported a home explosion at 45975 S.…
Superior School Bus Drivers Upset with District Changes
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Bus drivers with the Superior School District are slamming the brakes on the district's changes to operations. The changes involve where the buses are stored overnight and new non-breakable one–year…
"Fox & Friends" To Broadcast Live From Uncle Loui's Cafe
DULUTH, Minn. - The Fox News Channel's top–rated morning show "Fox & Friends" will be broadcasting live from Duluth next Thursday -- the day after President Donald Trump holds his first rally at the DECC since the summit…
"Lake Avenue Live" Entertainment Coming To Canal Park
DULUTH, Minn. - Canal Park will be be buzzing with entertainment this weekend for "Lake Avenue Live." Crews were out setting up tents to welcome 1,000 people on Friday night and…
Brace Yourself For Traffic Congestion and Street Closures
DULUTH, Minn. - With nearly 19,000 runners and thousands of spectators, traffic congestion and street closures will test the patience of some. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) tells us I–35 north in Duluth usually has the most…
Rockets Launched at St. Scholastica
DULUTH, Minn.-Rockets took to the air earlier today on the campus of St. Scholastica. It’s all part of program called “Shoot for the Stars” Summer Institute, which is a week long program…
Business Booming During Grandma's Marathon
DULUTH, Minn.-With thousands of runners in town, that means business is booming. The Duluth Running Company says this is one of the busiest times of the year for them. Staff said most…
