Huge debts listed in Lutsen Lodge fire criminal complaint
DULUTH, Min. - The Bryce Campbell, the owner of the Lutsen Lodge, has been charged with burning down his own business. The fire happened on February 6, 2024. He was officially charged on…
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Aldi celebrates grand opening in Hibbing Minnesota
HIBBING, Minn.-- A popular European grocery chain has opened another location in the Iron Range. Aldi, the budget-friendly grocery store known for its fun finds, celebrated its grand opening today. The new location sits along highway 169 west. Shoppers can…
Resident pelican rescued in Ashland
ASHLAND, Wis. -- A pelican in Ashland was rescued Wednesday, Dec 3, as increasing ice cover threatened it. The…
Grant provides St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office with new lifesaving device
DULUTH, Minn.-- St. Louis County first responders will now be better equipped to save lives, thanks to a grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust, the University of Minnesota Center for Resuscitative Medicine, and Stryker.…
At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest as Israel’s participation sows discord
GENEVA (AP) — Public broadcasters from at least four countries — including Spain and the Netherlands — on Thursday pulled out of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest after organizers decided to allow…
UPDATE: Lutsen Lodge owner charged with arson
UPDATE: The owner of Lutsen Lodge has been charged with arson in connection with the 2024 fire. According to court documents, Bryce James Campbell, 41, is accused…
Coffee Conversation: Christmas City Express returns to Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Christmas City Express is officially on the tracks in Duluth. Executive Director of the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad Ken Buehler joined Fox 21's morning newscast to talk more about it. [blox_vms…
Duluth Armory Restoration project receives anonymous $5 million donation
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Armory Arts and Music Center announced Thursday a donation of $5 million from an anonymous donor. Officials say the money will be used for matching donations for the building's restoration project moving forward. The restoration…
Man wanted for multiple murders in Atlanta arrested in Duluth, guns and fentanyl seized
DULUTH, Minn. -- A man was arrested in Duluth on Wednesday with an extensive criminal history. According to officials, the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force, DPD, and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office…
Cougar sightings reported from Duluth to Two Harbors
DULUTH, Minn. – Cougar sightings between Two Harbors and Duluth have created quite the excitement. A cougar sighting in Duluth on Wednesday put two schools into…
Local Police team up with the Salvation Army "Stuff the Squad" Toy Drive
CLOQUET, Minn. -- Holiday cheer filled the aisles of Walmart and L&M in Cloquet as police officers partnered with local kids for the ninth annual "Stuff the Squad" and…
American Red Cross celebrates holiday season with blood drives
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The American Red Cross is hosting a special double-edition blood drive with their "Battle of the Badges" events. The two-part blood drive, the second…
UMD hosts Big Band Jazz Concert
DULUTH, Minn. -- The University of Minnesota-Duluth UMD treated both students and community members to a night of jazz with their Big Band Jazz Concert The big band was joined…
Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to take a case…
UW-Superior students shows off jazz tunes ahead of concert
SUPERIOR, Wis.--Students at UW-Superior showed off some tunes ahead of their vocal jazz extravaganza. At the Yellowjacket Union, a full big band graced the presence of passersbys.…
New catering company serving up smiles alongside home cooked food
DULUTH, Minn. -- A new catering company in Duluth is serving up smiles alongside a good meal. "Cooking is my life. Cooking is like my breath, cooking is my…
UMD Graphic design students painting a mural at Lake Superior Hall
Since 2019, graphic design students at UMD have been making student housing walls more colorful. And this year's group includes Greta Feist, Albert Edumndson, Maria Owens, Autumn…
Derek Chauvin asking for new trial
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MyPillow founder Mike Lindell files paperwork to run for governor of Minnesota
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Doctor who sold ketamine to 'Friends' star Matthew Perry gets 2 1/2 years in prison
FILE - Dr. Salvador Plasencia leaves federal court on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, after pleading guilty to giving ketamine to Matthew Perry, leading up to the actor's 2023 overdose death. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes,…
Mountain Lion spotted in Duluth, officials say to exercise caution
DULUTH, Minn. -- A mountain lion has been spotted in Duluth. The Duluth Police Department said they have been made aware of sightings of a mountain lion/cougar in the area. Ordean East Middle School was placed into a temporary secured…
Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth’s use of Signal posed risk to US personnel, AP sources say
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon’s watchdog found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth put U.S.…
Duluth Firefighters held Mustache Madness competition, Winner Announced!
DULUTH, Minn. -- Captain Dan Smith took home the trophy in the DFD's first Mustache Madness competition. In the last week of November, the Duluth Fire Department has held a…
Road to gold: Duluth's Korey Dropkin talks Olympic pursuit
Duluth, Minn. -- Duluth curler Korey Dropkin is headed to the biggest stage, the 2026 Olympics. He’ll compete alongside his curling partner, Cory Thiesse. FOX 21’s Maria Vollom sat down with Dropkin to talk about his journey on the ice…
Coffee Conversation: Duluth Salvation Army seeks toys, volunteers, and donations
DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Salvation Army Community Engagement Director Cyndi Lewis joined FOX 21 to share how residents can get involved with giving back this holiday season. Hartel Disposal is matching…
Shooting investigation underway in Fayal Township
FAYAL TOWNSHIP, Minn. -- Eveleth police are investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Tuesday. The call for help came in around 3:45 p.m. in the 3500 block…
Public input meeting held for St. Louis County's 2026 budget
DULUTH, Minn. -- The St. Louis County Board held a public input meeting on the proposed 2026 operating budget and property tax levy. The budget is…
Fairlawn Mansion begins holiday tours
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Fairlawn Mansion, in Superior, is back hosting its holiday tours and events. The mansion is elegantly decorated for the holidays, highlighting its rich Victorian history and an…
Update: 'Possible human bones' found in basement of Chisholm home
7:15 p.m. update: Chisholm Police Chief James Vukad said possible human bones were found in the basement of a home Tuesday. …
