Warm Weather Brings Worrying Ice Conditions
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The late-February thaw has left ice unstable on many lakes and rivers in the Northland. Especially with the winter weather this season fluctuating, the quality of ice can…
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Lake County Historical Society Faces $100,000 in Repairs After Winter Damages
TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- The Lake County Historical Society was gearing for an 100th year anniversary, but recent events has shifted their focus to emergency repairs. Busted frozen pipes, flooding, and…
Garage Destroyed in Fire in Grand Lake Township
Grand Lake Township -- A detached garage was completely destroyed in a fire on March 3, 2025, in Grand Lake Township, likely caused by a diesel heater. At approximately 8:30 PM, deputies were called to the 5900 block of Old…
Sawyer County Arsonist Remains at Large as Victims Remain Fearful
SAWYER COUNTY, Wisc. - As some victims attempt to rebuild, they grapple with the fear of an arsonist still at large. Nearly 100 days since the last fire, the small communities…
Childcare Advocates Participating in "A Day Without Childcare" Rally
DULUTH, Minn.-- The importance of prioritizing childcare centers and providers is being highlighted across the country today including in Duluth. Childcare providers, teachers and parents gathered at 'Young Minds Learning Center' to highlight…
Hibbing Police Department Asks Public to Help Name New K9
HIBBING, Minn. -- The Hibbing Police Department is training a new K9. K9 handler Officer Sydney Haugan will be attending a three-month certification training with a one-year-old German Sheppard. Together the new K9…
40th John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon officially underway
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. -- After a 14 month delay due to weather and trail conditions, the 40th John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is underway. 18 teams of dogs and mushers are competing along this…
Cutest Puppy Contest Returns to Fitger's Ahead of John Beargrease Dog Sled Marathon
DULUTH, Minn. -- Before the elite dogs took to the trails for the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, the little pups got in on the fun as well. The annual Beargrease Cutest…
Duluth Woman Takes On Iditarod Sled Dog Race
DULUTH, Minn. -- "Hello from Alaska, and thanks for supporting us, everybody from northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, and we're carrying you all with us on this adventure this year," Iditarod Musher Emily Ford said. Duluth's…
DECC Hosts FIRST Robotics Competition
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament Section Finals aren't the only major events happening this week. The DECC is also buzzing with excitement as it hosts 108 teams for the kickoff of the FIRST Robotics season.…
Northland Newsmakers: High School Teacher Alison Wood
DULUTH, Minn. -- In this week's Northland Newsmakers, Fox 21's Lucretia Free met with High School teacher Alison Wood.
Local Instructors Meet for 12th Annual Lake Superior Summit on Teaching of Writing
DULUTH, Minn.-- As the world continues evolving, so do the methods teachers use in the classrooms. For 12 years now The Lake Superior Summit on Teaching of Writing and English as Second Language…
Regional Psychology Clinic Networks to Enhance Mental Health Access in Northern Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn.-- Regional psychologists spent the day networking and collaborating to broaden their resources. The event was held in response to what mental health professionals are calling a "pressing need for improved mental…
Charges: Park Point Burglary Suspect Carried Hammer
DULUTH, Minn. - Charges say a man entered a stranger's home on Park Point with a hammer and pliers. Around 6:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Duluth Police responded to a residence on Minnesota Ave on Park Point for reports of an…
Duluth man arrested after breaking into a home on Park Point
DULUTH, Minn. -- A 42-year-old Duluth man has been arrested following a burglary on Park Point. On Wed., Feb. 26, Duluth police responded to a report of a burglary on Park Point. The incident happened around 6:15 p.m. The homeowner…
Historic Cloquet Hotel Solem Undergoing Renovations
CLOQUET, Minn.-- The 25,000 square foot building was once used to house workers who rebuilt the city of Cloquet after the tragic fire of 1918. But present day, after it was condemned in…
Hear From Candidates in the Race for Superior's 6th District
SUPERIOR, Wisc. - There are only two contested races in this year's Superior City Council elections. FOX 21 interviewed District 2 incumbent Jenny Van Sickle, and her challenger Sarah Anderson last week;…
1 Dead, 1 Rescued After UTV Falls Through Ice In Bay Along St. Louis River
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- A top law enforcement official confirmed with FOX 21 Thursday evening that a body was located in the water along the St. Louis River after the UTV they were in…
Overdose Prevention Kits Available in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The Superior Police Department has a tool to help combat drug overdoses. For about a year now, the SPD has been carrying overdose prevention kits. These kits contain fentanyl…
Spring Career Fair at UW-Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The University of Wisconsin - Superior held its annual Spring Career Fair today. Attendees had the opportunity to explore careers, network with potential employers, and get professional headshots. They also…
Duluth Salvation Army Food Drive Beginning Soon
DULUTH, Minn.--Â Starting March 1st, the Duluth Salvation Army donations will be proportionally matched by the Minnesota Food Share Program. They're looking to collect the usual shelf stable items. The Duluth Salvation Army is…
Duluth Airport Seeks $56M Toward Replacement Of Outdated Air Traffic Control Tower
DULUTH, Minn. -- $56 million is still needed to replace the country's third-oldest air traffic control tower at the Duluth International Airport. So far, the Duluth Airport Authority has been awarded $16 million…
Work begins on Bardon Peak Overlook area
DULUTH, Minn. -- Crews have started to improve an area of West Skyline Parkway at Bardon Peak Overlook. The project spans Skyline Parkway from the Magney-Snively Natural Area trailhead parking lot. It will…
'One in Four' Beer Supports Local Domestic Violence Shelters
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Coming up in March, Earth Rider Brewery will be unveiling a new brew that looks to support local domestic violence shelters in the Twin Ports. It's being called the…
Woman Airlifted After Fingertip Bitten Off During Aurora Assault
AURORA, Minn. - Police say a woman's condition is still unknown after having her finger bitten off in a midday assault, this past Monday. According to charging documents, East Range Police were called…
Grand Rapids Man Crafts Hundreds of Handmade Fishing Lures & Decoys
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. -- In the land of 10,000 lakes a good fishing lure is the most important thing for any angler. But for one Grand Rapids man, it's not about the…
New Condo Development Planned for Woodland Avenue
DULUTH, Minn.-- A new condo development is in the works along Duluth's Woodland neighborhood. The development will include two 30-unit buildings, and they will be located along Woodland Avenue adjacent to Hartley Nature Center. Developer…
Two Harbors Man Found Guilty of Sexual Assault
TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- A Two Harbors man has been found guilty of sexually abusing his underage female family member. This comes after 45-year-old Michael Brian bailey previously pleaded guilty in…
'Grace Sushi' opens in Virginia
VIRGINIA, Minn. -- There is finally a place to get your sushi fix in Virginia. It's called 'Grace Sushi.' On the menu, alongside sushi, they also offer dumpling rice bowls. Some of their specialty…
Superior Middle School holds its first Young Writers Conference
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Aspiring authors in Superior had a chance to learn more about writing from local authors today. Superior Middle School held its first Young Writers Conference. Middle school students were given a…
