UPDATE: Lutsen Lodge owner charged with arson
UPDATE: The owner of Lutsen Lodge has been charged with arson in connection with the 2024 fire. According to court documents, Bryce James Campbell, 41, is accused…
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Coffee Conversation: Christmas City Express returns to Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Christmas City Express is officially on the tracks in Duluth. Executive Director of the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad Ken Buehler joined Fox 21's morning newscast to talk more about it. [blox_vms…
Duluth Armory Restoration project receives anonymous $5 million donation
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Armory Arts and Music Center announced Thursday a donation of $5 million from an anonymous donor. Officials say the money will be used for matching donations for the building's restoration project moving forward. The restoration…
Man wanted for multiple murders in Atlanta arrested in Duluth, guns and fentanyl seized
DULUTH, Minn. -- A man was arrested in Duluth on Wednesday with an extensive criminal history. According to officials, the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force, DPD, and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office…
Cougar sightings reported from Duluth to Two Harbors
DULUTH, Minn. – Cougar sightings between Two Harbors and Duluth have created quite the excitement. A cougar sighting in Duluth on Wednesday put two schools into…
Local Police team up with the Salvation Army "Stuff the Squad" Toy Drive
CLOQUET, Minn. -- Holiday cheer filled the aisles of Walmart and L&M in Cloquet as police officers partnered with local kids for the ninth annual "Stuff the Squad" and…
American Red Cross celebrates holiday season with blood drives
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The American Red Cross is hosting a special double-edition blood drive with their "Battle of the Badges" events. The two-part blood drive, the second…
UMD hosts Big Band Jazz Concert
DULUTH, Minn. -- The University of Minnesota-Duluth UMD treated both students and community members to a night of jazz with their Big Band Jazz Concert The big band was joined…
Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to take a case…
UW-Superior students shows off jazz tunes ahead of concert
SUPERIOR, Wis.--Students at UW-Superior showed off some tunes ahead of their vocal jazz extravaganza. At the Yellowjacket Union, a full big band graced the presence of passersbys.…
New catering company serving up smiles alongside home cooked food
DULUTH, Minn. -- A new catering company in Duluth is serving up smiles alongside a good meal. "Cooking is my life. Cooking is like my breath, cooking is my…
UMD Graphic design students painting a mural at Lake Superior Hall
Since 2019, graphic design students at UMD have been making student housing walls more colorful. And this year's group includes Greta Feist, Albert Edumndson, Maria Owens, Autumn…
Derek Chauvin asking for new trial
MINNEAPOLIS (CNN) - The former police officer convicted of murder in the death of George Floyd is seeking a new trial. Derek Chauvin was found guilty of state and federal charges related to Floyd's…
MyPillow founder Mike Lindell files paperwork to run for governor of Minnesota
(AP) - Mike Lindell, a prominent backer of President Donald Trump’s false claims that the 2020 election was stolen, filed the paperwork with the Minnesota campaign board Wednesday. But Lindell told The Associated Press that it’s “not…
Doctor who sold ketamine to 'Friends' star Matthew Perry gets 2 1/2 years in prison
FILE - Dr. Salvador Plasencia leaves federal court on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, after pleading guilty to giving ketamine to Matthew Perry, leading up to the actor's 2023 overdose death. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes,…
Mountain Lion spotted in Duluth, officials say to exercise caution
DULUTH, Minn. -- A mountain lion has been spotted in Duluth. The Duluth Police Department said they have been made aware of sightings of a mountain lion/cougar in the area. Ordean East Middle School was placed into a temporary secured…
Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth’s use of Signal posed risk to US personnel, AP sources say
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon’s watchdog found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth put U.S.…
Duluth Firefighters held Mustache Madness competition, Winner Announced!
DULUTH, Minn. -- Captain Dan Smith took home the trophy in the DFD's first Mustache Madness competition. In the last week of November, the Duluth Fire Department has held a…
Road to gold: Duluth's Korey Dropkin talks Olympic pursuit
Duluth, Minn. -- Duluth curler Korey Dropkin is headed to the biggest stage, the 2026 Olympics. He’ll compete alongside his curling partner, Cory Thiesse. FOX 21’s Maria Vollom sat down with Dropkin to talk about his journey on the ice…
Coffee Conversation: Duluth Salvation Army seeks toys, volunteers, and donations
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Salvation Army Community Engagement Director Cyndi Lewis joined FOX 21 to share how residents can get involved with giving back this holiday season. Hartel Disposal is matching…
Shooting investigation underway in Fayal Township
FAYAL TOWNSHIP, Minn. -- Eveleth police are investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Tuesday. The call for help came in around 3:45 p.m. in the 3500 block…
Public input meeting held for St. Louis County's 2026 budget
DULUTH, Minn. -- The St. Louis County Board held a public input meeting on the proposed 2026 operating budget and property tax levy. The budget is…
Fairlawn Mansion begins holiday tours
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Fairlawn Mansion, in Superior, is back hosting its holiday tours and events. The mansion is elegantly decorated for the holidays, highlighting its rich Victorian history and an…
Update: 'Possible human bones' found in basement of Chisholm home
7:15 p.m. update: Chisholm Police Chief James Vukad said possible human bones were found in the basement of a home Tuesday. The Bureau of…
Scam Jam familiarizes community to help prevent fraud
DULUTH, Minn.-- The Better Business Bureau teamed up with American Association of Retired Persons to familiarize over 100 people with detecting scams. Attendees at the scam jam got to…
DEDA approves future development of Lester Golf Course
DULUTH, Minn.--The Duluth Economic Development Authority held a meeting, and future plans were approved for the Lester Golf Course property. Over the course of 9 months, a land…
$50k Powerball winner in Virginia
ROSEVILLE, Min. & DULUTH, Min. - The Minnesota Lottery has announced someone bought a Powerball ticket in Virginia worth $50,000. It was purchased at the Short Stop at 1131 2nd Ave. S. The ticket was for the November 26, 2025…
Chester Bowl seeking support on Giving Tuesday
DULUTH, Minn. -- It's Giving Tuesday, and local organizations like Chester Bowl are grateful for community support. Chester Bowl helps kids and families get out in nature and enjoy…
New Finance Director for Duluth
DULUTH, Min. - Juanita “Nina” Salinas is the new City of Duluth Finance Director. Nina most recently served as Chief Administrative Officer for the City of San Antonio Council District 6, where she…
