20th Annual State of Cities Luncheon
PROCTOR, Minn. -- Over 100 people attended the 20th Annual State of Cities luncheon, hosted by the Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce. Business leaders got the chance to hear from the mayors…
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Coffee Conversation: Motorhead Madness Returns to the DECC This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. -- The highly anticipated Hunt Electric Motorhead Madness is cruising back to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) this weekend, March 22 and 23, 2025. Co-Owner Mike Podgornik joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Friday to talk…
U.M.D. Psychology Department Brings Mobile Neuroscience Lab to Cloquet Middle School
CLOQUET, Minn. -- Students at Cloquet Middle School got a chance today to do some hands on learning about their brains. Undergraduate students from U.M.D.'s psychology department brought their mobile neuroscience lab to the…
New Solar Power Co-op for Northeast Minnesota
NORTHERN MINNESOTA -- A nonprofit is launching a new co-op for anyone interested in learning more about solar energy, or even getting involved with it. Solar United Neighbors, or "SUN" is a national…
Duluth Witnesses Federal Funding Challenges; Mayor Remains "Cautiously Optimistic"
DULUTH, Minn. -- "It really is what we're expecting to be a tough budget year," said Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert. "We had already planned for the city of Duluth to have a challenging…
Duluth Church Leader Speaks About Past Criminal History Surrounding his Time as a Youth Pastor
Click the video above for the full on-air story DULUTH, Minn. - The pastor of a recovery focused Duluth church is speaking about his past criminal history involving sexual conduct convictions against two…
Cleveland-Cliffs to Lay Off 630 Iron Range Steelworkers
HIBBING/VIRGINIA, Minn. -- Cleveland-Cliffs, the leading steel producer in North America, is temporarily idling more than 600 steelworkers at Hibbing Taconite and Minorca mine. The layoffs will begin May 20th, or within the two-week period…
Hello, Spring! Gordy's Hi-Hat Opens For 65th Season
CLOQUET, Minn. -- The arrival of spring in the Northland means many things -- warming air and melting ice. But in Cloquet, the opening of Gordy's Hi-Hat is all about spring, as FOX 21's Jack…
Sen. Hauschild Releases Statement Regarding Hibtac and Minorca Steelworks Layoffs
HIBBING, Minn. -- Today, Senator Grant Hauschild released an official statement about Cleveland-Cliffs has plans to lay off approximately 600 steelworkers and have the Hibbing Taconite (Hibtac) and Micorca Mine sit temporarily idle. According to Hauschild, Cleveland-Cliffs plan on laying…
4 Arrested in East 3rd Street Drug Bust
DULUTH, Minn. --Â Early Thursday morning, the multiple policing agencies were gathered to safety execute a high risk search warrant and arrested 4 people. This happened approximately around 3:45 a.m. on the 100 block of East 3rd Street. Members of DPD's…
Duluth International Airport Announces Capital Improvement Plans and Highlight Economic Impacts
DULUTH, Minn. -- Outside of the Twin Cities, the Duluth International Airport (DLH) is the busiest airport in Minnesota. On Wednesday, the Duluth Airport Authority (DAA) announced several large capital improvement projects that…
4th Annual Minnesota Film Fest Kicks Off!
DULUTH, Minn -- The 4th Annual Minnesota Film Fest Kicked off today! About 120 independent films will be shown through Sunday. Zeitgeist Arts is hosting the event. Everyone is welcome to…
The 2025 Shipping Season is Almost Here!
DULUTH, Minn -- Dust off the binoculars Ship Nerds, the 2025 shipping season is around the corner. Lake Superior is sitting at about 9% ice coverage, most of that being in…
Proctor Middle & Highschool Transforms Library Space
PROCTOR, Minn.-- For over a decade, what is now the Cultural Event Center and Library was dormant. But now, Proctor Schools is finally unveiling a brand-new space for students and staff to enjoy.…
Coffee Conversation: The Northland's First Mock Wedding at Norway Hall
DULUTH, Minn. -- Wild Rose Company invites the community to The Northland's First Mock Wedding on Sunday, March 23rd, at Norway Hall Event Center (upstairs). Amber Brostrom and Maggie McLeod-Shovein from Wild Rose Company appeared on Fox 21’s morning newscast…
Rock Ridge HS Dean of Students Arrested on Georgia Warrant for Soliciting Child on App
VIRGINIA, Minn -Warrants claim the Rock Ridge High School Dean of Students sent graphic photos/videos of himself from within the school as part of soliciting a child from Georgia over an…
U.S. Coast Guard Wraps Up Ice Cutting in Duluth Harbor
DULUTH, Minn.-- 48 Coast Guard members boarded the SPAR in Duluth Tuesday. The 235-foot buoy-tender vessel is able to slice through the 15 ft. deep ice like butter. This eventful adventure began right here in…
GOP State Senator Arrested by Bloomington PD for Allegedly Soliciting a Child for Sex
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. - A GOP State Senator for Minnesota's 6th District was arrested for allegedly soliciting a minor for prostitution, Bloomington Police say. Tuesday, Bloomington Police announced they had arrested Justin…
Taiga Farm & Seed Inspires Northern Gardens
DULUTH, Minn. -- Taiga Farm & Seed is teaching people how to grow their own food in our area. They specialize in Growing Zones 3 and 4, which includes the Northland. From classes, to resources,…
Early Voting Starts in Wisconsin
SUPERIOR, Wis -- Early Voting is starting for the spring Election in Wisconsin. The City of Superior has two contested races for District Representatives. Those Districts are 2 and 6. Districts 4,…
Mother Hopes To Inspire Others After Fast-Track Diploma Experience At Northwood Technical College
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- We don't always get to see the impact stories we share have on the community. We were lucky enough to have one local woman reach out to us, sharing her…
No Injuries After Fire At Dyno Nobel Plant In Biwabik
UPDATE: 4:25 p.m. 3/18/25 BIWABIK, Minn. -- A spokesperson for Dyno Nobel released the following statement about Tuesday's fire at the explosives plant: "At around 10 a.m. CT this morning,…
Gitchee Gumee Tattoo Holds Flash Sale for Animal Allies
DULUTH, Minn. -- Gitchee Gumee Tattoo held its first flash sale event of the year supporting Animal Allies Humane Society. It was the fourth time the tattoo shop has partnered with Animal Allies for the sale. People could choose from…
'Heart Berry' Partners with Cloquet Community to Paint a Mural
CLOQUET, Minn.-- The city of Cloquet is about to get a lot more colorful. Because the community is banding together to help paint a mural. The mural itself was designed by artist…
Volkswagen Bringing Back Pre-Covid Deals
DULUTH, Minn.-- One of Duluth's top dealerships is getting ready for the prime-time car buying season. And for this year, they're finally bringing back some classic deals. Despite the pandemic hitting its five-year anniversary,…
Dubh Linn Celebrates 20 Years of St. Patrick's Celebrations
DULUTH, Minn. -- The bars and pubs opened early for a Monday all to celebrated St. Patrick's Day. Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub opened their doors at 10 a.m. --…
'Gunner' Picked for New Hibbing K9
HIBBING, Minn. -- The Hibbing Police Department announced the name of their newest K9 officer. Meet Gunner, a 1.5 year-old male German Shepard. Gunner will soon be training with Officer Sydney Haugan in various law enforcement duties. The duo will…
1 Dead, 4 Injured in Rural Walker Rollover Crash
WALKER, Minn. -- One person is dead, four other injured, after a roll over crash in rural Walker, MN, Sunday night. According to the press release, Cass County Sheriff responded to a 911 call about a crash on County Road…
Maple Syrup Making Process at Hoop Snake Farm
BRULE, Wis. -- The maple syrup season is in full swing despite a slow start. Fox 21's Paige Hansen talked to tappers at Hoop Snake Farm about the process of making the sweet…
Artwork by Duluth Couple Featured in 'Love is Blind'
DULUTH, Minn. -- A Duluth couple is seeing business boom after their work was featured in the Netflix show 'Love is Blind.' Season 8 of 'Love is Blind' took place in Minneapolis, as…
