DULUTH, Minn. -- A spruce budworm outbreak is damaging trees across Northern Minnesota, raising concerns over increased wildfire risks as a dry spring approaches. In a live interview on Fox 21 Morning News, Sean Klongerbo of Red Beard Cutting &…
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Hibbing-Chisholm High School boys' hockey team is heading to the Minnesota state tournament. The milestone is not only a victory for the team, but also a celebration for the entire community…
NEW RICHMOND, Wisc. - Police say a 70-year-old man murdered his wife, before then disposing of her body in a rural area. On Sunday, Mar. 2, New Richmond Police responded to the residence of 70-year-old Gordon Charles Laakso and his…
HIBBING, Minn. - Law enforcement say they found "unused children's underwear" and "a bouncy house," when searching the home of a Hibbing man charged with sharing explicit videos of minors on a messaging app. On Friday, 45-year-old Joshua John Eckstrom…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Chum is kicking off their annual March Drive. They are hoping to get as much food, money, and other donations as possible this month to support their food shelf. The…
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The Wisconsin State Park System is celebrating 125 years of state parks. State Parks are holding special programs to mark the occasion such as candlelight hikes and other activities…
DULUTH, Minn.-- Minnesota Power is striving to achieve 90% renewable energy by 2035. And to make this happen, they're unveiling the next chapter of their "EnergyForward" plan. Minnesota Power is currently outlining…
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth police have received several reports in the last two weeks of sharp objects puncturing the tires of Duluth drivers. There have been four reports in total. Two have come from the 1200 block of E 10th…
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…
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…
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, 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…
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, 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…
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…
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, 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…
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.…
DULUTH, Minn. -- In this week's Northland Newsmakers, Fox 21's Lucretia Free met with High School teacher Alison Wood.
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…
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…
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, 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…
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…
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;…
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…
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…
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, Minn.-- 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, 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…
