DULUTH, Minn.-- A group of kids were finding a way to make a "splash" at the Duluth Public Library Wednesday afternoon. Around a dozen teens and over 350 water balloons were out at the plaza…
DULUTH, Minn.-- As the DECC continues to reopen following the pandemic, it's getting more than three-quarters of a million dollars in federal aid to do just that. Relief aid from the American Rescue Plan that…
ESKO, Minn. -- As campgrounds around the area continue their busy summer, state parks in the area are keeping a close eye on the dry conditions. Park staff are asking people to be careful…
DULUTH, Minn.- The current air quality alert in the Northland is moderate to unhealthy for sensitive groups, while other parts of Northern Minnesota are experiencing very unhealthy conditions. Medical experts advise people stay indoors and…
SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP, Minn. - Drought conditions in Northeastern Minnesota are causing some visitors to think ahead before making the trek up the North Shore. For Josh Killen and his 15-year-old son, Cody, visiting from…
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth public schools are returning to in-person classes in September. All grades will go back for a full five-day week of learning, but social distancing alternatives are available for high school students through…
DULUTH, Minn.- It has been 16 months since Duluth fire stations have been able to do community events and conduct educational tours, but they are re-opening to the public on august 1. Duluth fire stations…
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department has identified the deceased male found near the train tracks in Leif Erickson Park on Tuesday. Authorities say the male was found by a North Shore Scenic Railroad employee around 10:00 a.m. Tuesday…
MISSION, Kan. (AP) - COVID-19 cases have tripled in the U.S. over two weeks amid an onslaught of vaccine misinformation. The spike in infections is straining hospitals, frustrating doctors, and pushing clergy into the fray. Across the U.S., the seven-day…
(CNN) - The Biden administration is extending non-essential travel restrictions for the US northern and southern borders until August 21. The US has been limiting non-essential travel along both borders since the start of the pandemic and extending those restrictions…
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Public Schools Superintendent John Magas says schools are prepping to return to five days a week, in-person learning for the upcoming school year. "Our schools will continue to prioritize student learning needs while protecting the health…
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HOYT LAKES, Minn. - The City of Hoyt Lakes is celebrating a summer tradition this year after a COVID-19 prompted hiatus in 2020. Community members have spent the past several months planning for the…
DULUTH, Minn. - The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a light on many issues over the past year and a half, and now local vets are speaking out about the impact they're dealing with on…
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 21, 2021.
MILWAUKEE (AP) - Police say two shootings in downtown Milwaukee early Wednesday as crowds celebrated the Milwaukee Bucks' first NBA championship in 50 years left three people wounded. The shootings both happened about 12:42 a.m. at two locations near Water…
MILWAUKEE (AP) - Giannis Antetokounmpo capped one of the greatest NBA Finals ever with 50 points - and a championship Milwaukee waited 50 years to win again. Antetokounmpo had 50 points, 14 rebounds and five blocked shots as the Bucks…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.-- Drought conditions are common throughout the upper Midwest right now and that's impacting some of the many tourist destinations up the North Shore, but Gooseberry Falls is still expecting a busy…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.-- The Head of the Lakes Fair in Superior kicked off tonight debuting some new games and rides. The fair did go on last year, but attendance was lower than normal.…
DULUTH, Minn.-- The healthcare industry is having trouble finding new workers, especially after it was overwhelmed with demand from the pandemic. Saint Luke's is holding a hiring event Tuesday and Wednesday to encourage…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.-- The lack of rain is impacting some of the most picturesque places on the North Shore. Right now, the West section of Gooseberry falls isn't quite "falling" the way it's…
SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST- The Delta Lake fire is active now in the boundary waters. It covers 62 acres and currently at 35 percent containment. Multiple entry points to the Superior National Forest are also closed,…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A Belgian waffle bar is opening next week in Superior. Superior Waffles on Tower Avenue is having a soft opening this Sunday, followed by a grand opening next Tuesday. Strawberry Cheesecake and raspberry…
DULUTH/SUPERIOR- Poor air quality has been an issue for a few weeks now in the Northland and smoke from fires doesn’t just present problems for people, but for your pets too. Air…
UPDATE: DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police Department says officers responded to the Lakewalk in Lief Erickson Park just before 10:00 a.m. Tuesday on reports that a deceased individual was found near the train tracks by a North Shore Scenic…
NEW YORK (AP) - The chair of former President Donald Trump’s 2017 inaugural committee was arrested Tuesday in California on charges alleging that he and others conspired to influence Trump’s foreign…
NASHWAUK, Minn. - Mesabi Metallics announced Tuesday it has bought 3,200 acres of land from Butlertac Holdings LLC. According to a company press release, the acquired land interests include both mineral and surface leases as well as a combination of…
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 20, 2021.
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Fire Department has issued a warning for dangerous swimming conditions due to a high risk of rip currents today. The warning is effective immediately and is in place until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow. This warning means…
ELGIN, Minn. - Sheriff’s officials say the pilot of a helicopter has died in a crash in southeastern Minnesota. Authorities say 40-year-old Corey James Adcock from Victoria County, Texas was crop dusting Monday…
