UMD Unveils New Kirby Rafters
DULUTH, Minn.-- UMD's Kirby Rafters has received a makeover right on time for the start of their spring semester. The Kirby Rafters is an event center at University Minnesota Duluth that has lived many…
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Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital Reapproved as a Critical Access Hospital
UPDATE: As of Tuesday evening Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital's status as a Critical Access Hospital was restored and will continue to care for patients as they have in the last two decades. ORIGINAL: ELY, Minn.…
Tickets On Sale: Musical Bingo Fundraiser Feb. 6
SUPERIOR, Wis. – If you like Bingo and supporting local musicians, there’s a perfect fundraiser happening soon. The event is called Musical Bingo. It’s happening Thursday, Feb. 6 at Barkers Island in Superior. The…
'Another Door' Shelter For Young People Opening In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.-- A new shelter for young adults in Duluth is receiving its final touches, and they're eager to begin helping the community. The site is located at Peace Church and is operated by Lutheran…
Extreme Cold Forces Mobile Pantries To Postpone
DULUTH, Minn.-- Due to the extreme cold, staff at Second Harvest Northland had to make a tough decision to reschedule some programs. The Marble and Marcell mobile pantries with Second Harvest Northland will…
Lake Superior College and College of Saint Scholastica Students Come Back for Spring Semester
DULUTH, Minn. -- It was a chilly return to the books for many college students at both Lake Superior College (LSC) and College of Saint Scholastica (CSS). Students at Lake…
Coffee Conversation: Time Arc Theatre Presents 'Sentimental Journey: 1945 Musical Revue'
SUPERIOR, WI. -- Time Arc Theatre is set to present a special musical event, Sentimental Journey: 1945 Musical Revue, on Sunday, January 19th at 2:00 PM. Cheri Tesarek, the show's director, joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Tuesday ahead…
Hillside Stabbing Suspect Charged
DULUTH, Minn. - A man faces 2nd Degree Assault charges, for a seemingly unprovoked stabbing in a Hillside neighborhood apartment last week, according to court documents. 24-year-old Lewis Barney Jr. is charged with…
Ad Wars Begin In Closely Watched Wisconsin Supreme Court Race
Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel speaks during his inauguration ceremony at the Capitol in Madison, Wis., Jan. 5, 2015. (AP Photo/Andy Manis, File)MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Ad wars in the hotly contested race for control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court…
Man Charged for 778 grams of Cocaine, was out on Bond in Separate Drug Case
DULUTH, Minn. - A man who was out on bond for allegedly possessing 730 grams of cocaine back in June, was arrested again last Tuesday for another substantial drug charge. The Lake Superior…
Winter Weather Safety Reminders
DULUTH, Minn.-- With the Northland experiencing another cold snap there are a few things to keep in mind. The seasonal snowfall brought in a wave of customers checking out equipment to handle the…
Outdoor Trails Ready for Winter Activities
DULUTH, Minn.-- Outdoor staff and enthusiasts alike are breathing a sigh of relief because ski trails are finally usable. The trails are finally up and running, because they were finally groomed Monday morning. Following the weekend snow, the trails are…
DFL Reps Sworn in Early, Threaten to Withhold Quorum
DFL Representatives are sworn in early, as they plan not to show up to…
Inmates Wanted For The 'Folsom Prison Experience' At The DECC Jan. 18
DULUTH, Minn. - If you like the music of Johnny Cash and want to feel what it's like to be behind bars, the “Folsom Prison Experience" is the place to be this Saturday at the…
24 Dead As Crews Try To Corral Los Angeles Wildfires Before Winds Return
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Firefighters scrambled Sunday to make further progress against wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and killed 24 people in the Los Angeles area as forecasters again warned of dangerous weather with the return of strong…
Prince Estate Seeks To Block Netflix Documentary
An Oscar-winning filmmaker has made a nine-hour Netflix documentary on the late music legend Prince, but it may never be shown. Prince's estate is in a legal battle with Netflix blocking the film's release. The estate has reportedly demanded changes…
Bob Dylan Memorabilia Up For Auction
A treasure-trove of Bob Dylan memorabilia is going up for auction. Julien's Auctions says about 50 items and artifacts will be up for sale, including early handwritten drafts of Dylan's first number one hit "Mr. Tambourine Man.” The items are…
47th Annual Atmore Memorial Ski Race Draws in Skiers From Across the Nation
DULUTH, Minn. -- At Spirit Mountain, one of the biggest ski traditions continued this year as competitors from across the nation participated in the 47th Annual Atmore Memorial this weekend. The event is hosted by…
Friends of the Fitz Group Aims to Honor Edmund Fitzgerald's Last Port of Call in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- 2025 marks 50 years since the Edmund Fitzgerald sank on Lake Superior, and a group in Superior, Wisconsin is hoping to place a historical marker to honor the ship. On New Year's…
Preparations Underway for Duluth Wedding Show
DULUTH, Minn. -- Preparations are underway for the 37th annual Duluth Wedding Show, taking place Saturday, Jan 11. at the DECC. For brides and grooms to be, the Duluth Wedding Show is a one stop…
Bent Paddle Brewing Participates in Dry January
DULUTH, Minn.-- While many people are ringing in the new year with a toast to 'Dry January,' Bent Paddle Brewing in Duluth is tapping into the trend, offering something for everyone. Bent Paddle Brewing has…
Smooth Sailing for Duluth Port Authority's 2024 Season
DULUTH, Minn.-- The 2024 shipping season was apparently smooth sailing for the Duluth Port Authority. Duluth Port Authority officials told FOX 21, Through the end of November, import and export tonnage was nearly 30 percent…
Virtual Public Meeting Held For ALLETE Acquisition
MINNESOTA – A public hearing was held online Friday morning regarding the acquisition of ALLETE, Minnesota Power’s parent company. The acquisition aims to strengthen operational and financial foundations of the ALLETE. It looks to…
Fuel Oil Leak in Morse Township
MORSE TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Approximately 500-1000 gallons of fuel oil leaked from a fuel oil storage facility in Morse Township on Thursday. According to a press release, around 12:43 p.m. on Jan. 9, 2025, the Morse Township Fire Department responded…
Johnny B's Braves the Cold
DULUTH, Minn. -- One local food truck is braving the cold and sharing their love for their craft. Food trucks are usually seen as a staple of summer cuisine but Johnny B's is…
MN and WI Volunteers Aid Wildfire Recovery
DULUTH, Minn. -- Red Cross Volunteers from Minnesota and Wisconsin are helping recovery efforts in California from historic wildfires. Volunteers have been quick to respond to the recent wildfires that have decimated parts…
Duluth Mayor's Girlfriend Speaks Out After Being Cleared Of Any Political Wrongdoing
DULUTH, Minn. -- An outside investigation has concluded Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert and his girlfriend, Amber Gurske, acted legally and ethically with city business during Reinert’s first four months in office. And for…
Duluth Hillside Stabbing Suspect In Custody, Charges Pending
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Police say a man is in custody with charges pending for 1st Degree Assault, after a stabbing today in Duluth's Hillside neighborhood. A 24-year-old was booked into the St. Louis…
Hibbing HRA Receives 26 Million Dollar Grant for Workforce Housing
HIBBING, Minn.-- Millions of dollars is heading to Hibbing, to go towards a brand-new housing development. This project tackles the need for quality and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families. The new development…
Mid Range Honor Guard Honors Former President Jimmy Carter
HIBBING, Minn.-- City of Hibbing first responders and veterans gathered today in remembrance of Former President Jimmy Carter. The Mid-Range Honor Guard gave military honors for Jimmy Carter. The remembrance took place…
