Beargrease champion takes home second win
GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. -- The 40th annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon has a new champion, and one familiar with this exact win. Erin Aili and her team of dogs crossed the finish line…
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Trump delivers first address to Congress while 50501 protests continue
DULUTH, Minn. -- In his first joint address to Congress since returning to power, President Donald Trump spoke at length last night, covering a wide range of issues. From domestic policy to foreign affairs,…
"Tequila Town" Restaurant Name Sparks Controversy within Esko Community
ESKO, Minn.-- AÂ new Mexican restaurant in Esko is being forced to change the name of its business because the town board says it violates liquor license laws. "Tequila Town Authentic Mexican Cuisine & Bar"…
Coffee Conversation: Spruce Budworm Outbreak Raises Wildfire Risks
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 &…
Bluejackets' Historic State Return Fueled by Legacy
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 Police: 70-Year-Old Man Murdered Wife Before Attempting to Dispose of Body
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 Man Used App to Send Child Sexual Abuse Material, Charges Allege
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…
CHUM kicks off March Drive
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…
Wisconsin State Parks celebrate 125 years
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…
Minnesota Power Outlines Future Plans for Renewable Energy
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 police investigating tire punctures from sharp objects on roadways
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…
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…
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…
