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How Much Caffeine is Too Much?

DULUTH, Minn -- For many people the mornings don't start until you've had your first cup of coffee and the caffeine that's in the coffee. But very often that is not the only caffeine you…

Coffee Conversation: "Is This Magic?" Experimental Dance Solo at the NorShor Theatre

DULUTH, Minn. -- Two Harbors Dance Artist Kayla Schiltgen will perform experimental dance solo "Is This Magic?" on Saturday, June 29 at The Lab at NorShor Theatre. Schiltgen joined FOX 21 live on the morning newscast Thursday ahead of the…

Hundreds Of Volunteers Take Part In Day Of Caring Event In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. -- Hundreds of volunteers were out in the Duluth community Wednesday lending their time to help out local organizations. This year's Head of the Lakes United Way's Day of Caring event…

Forum For Wisconsin Assembly Dist. 73

SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Two democrats vying for for Wisconsin Assembly Dist. 73 held a public forum in Superior this evening. This comes after Republican Representative Angie Sapik announced she would not seek re-election after the…

Exonerated Duluth Priest To Retire July 1

DULUTH, Minn. - A Duluth Catholic priest who was exonerated in May after being accused of sexual abuse eight years ago has decided to retire. Father William Graham, pastor of St. Michael's Parish, will retire July 1. The 75-year-old was…

2 Water Rescues On Same Day In Boundary Waters

BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn. -- Two water rescues happened in less than two hours Tuesday in the BWCA. The first accident happened around 3:30 p.m. A man and his 14-year-old son capsized their canoe on Bald Eagle Lake. They got to…

Minnesota Private Colleges Week at The College of St. Scholastica

DULUTH, Minn. -- This week High School students have the opportunity to start exploring college life. It's Minnesota Private Colleges Week and 18 schools across the state are offering students the chance to get a…

Hunter Lake Flooding Affects Residents

HUNTER LAKE, Minn. -- With events this devastating, there are a number of ways people can be impacted. Craig Luack of Hunter Lake, near the Island Lake Reservoir is just one of many people…

The Duluth Art Institute Opens New Gallery Location

DULUTH, Minn. -- The Duluth Art Institute has officially moved into its new location in downtown Duluth. A grand opening was held Tuesday afternoon at the new location in the US Bank Building on W…

Bring Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers Home to Grand Rapids

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. -- The Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids is working to bring Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers back to Grand Rapids where Judy Garland was born. The ruby slippers were last displayed in…

Swiftwater Adventures Closes Due To Flood Levels Causing Dangerous Conditions, Now Reopen

CARLTON, Minn. -- A whitewater rafting business on the St. Louis River was forced to close for a few days due to high flooding levels causing dangerous conditions. Swiftwater Adventures owner and operator says last…

Grandma's Marathon 2024 Recap

DULUTH, Minn. -- The 48th annual Grandma's Marathon is over and it's one for the record books. It had the most combined runners ever. More than 17,500 total in the marathon, the half, and…

Knowing Your Neighbor: Clear Vue Power Washing

TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- Two Harbors native Jacob Keech says he found motivation to start his own business after his brother taught him how to window clean. Two years ago, with his new…

Coffee Conversation: One Roof Community Housing talks Homeownership

DULUTH, Minn. -- June is National Homeownership Month, and with increased home prices and higher interest rates the U.S. housing market can be intimidating. Enter One Roof Community Housing. One Roof Senior Director of Community Land Trust Jim Philbin and…

Single Vehicle Crash Causes Damage To Duluth Railroad Tracks, Minor Injuries Occurred

DULUTH, Minn. -- A single vehicle crash happened Monday morning causing damage to some railroad tracks in Duluth. The driver walking away with minor injuries. It happened at 8:50 a.m. around East Superior Street…

Superior Organization Hosts Georgia Peaches Sale For Veterans

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- A juicy initiative to give back to veterans is happening over in Superior. The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 435 is hosting their first ever annual Georgia Peaches sale. Pick up will be…

Duluth's Costco Evacuated Due To Refrigerant Leak, Back Open To The Public

DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth's Costco was evacuated after smoke was reported coming from the store on Monday afternoon. Authorities say when the Duluth Fire Department arrived, they found a refrigerant leak due to some work on the refrigeration system by workers.…

Midwest Flooding Collapses A Rail Bridge, Forces Evacuations And Kills At Least 1

(AP) -- A railroad bridge collapsed during flooding in the Midwestern U.S. that has forced water rescues, led to evacuations, caused at least one death and brought additional misery during a vast and stubborn heat wave. The bridge connecting North…

Coffee Conversation: Local Band to Release New Music Video Filmed at Duluth Armory

DULUTH, Minn. -- Local band Indecent Proposal will release a music video for their new song "Albright" on Tuesday, June 25, filmed in the Historic Duluth Armory on London Road. The band joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Monday…

Rain Won't Stop Midsummer Celebrations for the Northland's Finnish Americans

SAGINAW, Minn. -- Finnish Americans and friends gathered at Sampo Beach in Saginaw, Minnesota on Saturday to celebrate Juhannas, also known as Midsummer. A typical Midsummer celebration would involve lots of outdoor games and time spent in the lake. This…

Sanclemente, Gomez Take Home Grandma's Marathon Wheelchair Titles.

DULUTH, Minn.- Before this year's Grandma's Marathon runners crossed the finish line, competitors in the wheelchair division earned their place in the spotlight. Luis Francisco Sanclemente of Colombia won the men’s wheelchair division, finishing with a personal best time of…

Barno Wins 6th Grandma's Marathon, Mazuronak Sets Women's Record

DULUTH, Minn- A repeat champion and a newcomer-turned-record holder are this year’s winners in the 48th annual Grandma’s Marathon. Elisha Barno of Kenya has successfully defended his title in the men’s race, finishing at 2:10:54. This marks his 6th Grandma’s…

Course Records Shattered in Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon

DULUTH, Minn.- Both of the fastest times for the men's and women's races in the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon's history were broken on Saturday. For the men, Tebello Ramakangoana of Lesotho finished in 1:00:17, breaking Meb Keflezighi’s 2013 record of…

Three Longtime Grandma's Volunteers Inducted Into Hall of Fame

DULUTH, Minn. -- Longtime Grandma’s Marathon volunteers were officially inducted into the Grandma’s Hall of Fame. Greg Helgeson, Paul Iverson, and Bob Larkin were all inducted for their longtime contributions to the…

Essentia Health Fitness Expo Launches Grandma's Marathon Weekend

DULUTH, Minn. -- As the Grandma’s crowd gets settled in before tomorrow’s race, runners gathered at the DECC for the Essentia Health Fitness Expo. Starting last night, runners had the chance to grab their…

Local Musicians Participate in Make Music Day

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Sounds of music filled the streets in Superior, Friday, for Make Music Day. Make Music Day is a worldwide celebration, where local musicians showcase their talent during outdoor festivals. For the third year, the City of Superior…

One in Custody After High Speed Chase Through Iron Range

HIBBING, Minn. -- A 23-year-old man is in custody after leading St. Louis County Sheriff's Deputies and other law enforcement agencies on a high-speed chase Thursday afternoon. The chase began when a St. Louis County investigator was nearly struck head…

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