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Esko Contamination Cleanup

ESKO, Minn.-- An ongoing contamination issue in Esko is currently being fixed. Near the post office, a clean-up project is in progress. Soil contaminated with harmful chemicals will be removed and replaced around the…

Superior Figure Skater Qualifies For Nationals

DULUTH, Minn. -- Next month, a Northland figure skater is competing amongst the best in the states in the 2024 Excel National Festival in Norwood, Mass. Natalie Warren is only a junior at…

BREAKING: Hunter Biden convicted on all charges in gun trial

ASSOCIATED PRESS. -- Hunter Biden has been convicted of all three felony charges related to the purchase of a revolver in 2018 when, prosecutors argued, the president’s son lied on a mandatory gun-purchase form by saying he was not illegally using or…

Coffee Conversation: Locally Sourced Flowers at Grandma's Marathon Finish Line

DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth Flower Farm in collaboration with Farmer Doug will be the official supplier of this year's finish line flowers at Grandma's Marathon. Lois Hoffbauer with Farmer Doug and Derek Hoffbauer with Duluth Flower Farm joined FOX 21…

Two South Range Residents Die in Motorcycle Crash

A man and woman from South Range both died Sunday evening when their motorcycle and a car crashed. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says the names of the victims are not yet being released. A…

Coast Guard: 13-Foot Crack Discovered In Hull Of Michipicoten

FOX 21 has learned a 13-foot crack in the hull of the Michipicoten was found by divers in the port of Thunder Bay after the vessel took on significant water early Saturday near Isle Royale…

Northwestern High School Gets New Turf Football Field

MAPLE, Wis.-- Underneath the Friday night lights, Northwestern High School Football is known for drawing in fans. "It's definitely a good community, the support around here is really nice and to watch fans come…

Pinehurst Beach Begins 2024 Season

CLOQUET, Minn.-- The Beach at Cloquet is making a splash by opening for their 2024 season! The Pinehurst beach is kicking off its summer season. With schools wrapping up for the year, it's a…

New Addiction Recovery House Opens In Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Life is full of ups and downs. And for some people, all they need is a push in the right direction. Especially while living in a comfortable, cozy, home-like environment. That is…

Share the Road: Motorcycle Safety this Summer in Wisconsin

WISCONSIN. -- The State of Wisconsin's June Law of the Month is a safety reminder to drivers and motorcyclists to share the road and stay alert. In the past five years, about 2,000 motorcycle crashes have taken place annually in…

Michipicoten Emergency: U.S. Coast Guard Was Ready For 'Worst Case Scenario'

The 689-foot Michipicoten safely arrived in the harbor of Thunder Bay Saturday afternoon after the ship starting taking on water 35 miles southwest of Isle Royale Saturday morning. The U.S. Coast Guard said…

Local Sightings: Cougar Prowl, Horse On The Loose, Mama Bear & Cubs

It's been quite the week of animal sightings in the Northland. A homeowner's doorbell camera caught a cougar taking a prowl in Hermantown. In Virginia, at least one horse was caught on camera…

People Celebrate Trans Joy Fest In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. -- Trans Joy Fest was back in Duluth on Sunday as people joined together to celebrate the transgender and gender-expansive community. It was the 3rd annual Trans Joy Fest, which is…

Duluth Girl Becomes First Female Eagle Scout in Troop 9

DULUTH, Minn. -- A new addition at Chester Bowl has elevated a local scout to the rank of being an Eagle Scout. Clarice Goman has been a part of Troop 9 since the pandemic. Amongst…

Pollinator Marketplace Encourages Biodiverse Gardens & Lawns

DULUTH, Minn. -- Trying to beautify your garden? It might be of benefit to plant native plant species in your garden. That’s what people were looking for on Saturday at the First United Methodist…

Wear Orange Event Honors Gun Violence Victims

DULUTH, Minn. -- The first Friday of June is National Gun Violence Awareness day and also kicks off Wear Orange Weekend. Friday evening local organizations and members of the community gathered in Canal Park…

Minnesota Mission of Mercy Gives Free Oral Health Cleaning at DECC

DULUTH, Minn. -- In 2023, an estimated 27% of Americans were found to not have dental insurance. Although the Minnesota Depart of Health has shown numbers of Minnesotans without dental insurance to be…

Guilty Verdicts in Massive Minnesota Food-Money Fraud Case

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A jury convicted five Minnesota residents and acquitted two others on Friday for their roles in a scheme to steal more than $40 million that was supposed to feed children during the coronavirus pandemic. The case received…

New Retail Clothing Store Opens in Lincoln Park

DULUTH, Minn.-- A new retail clothing has opened in the heart of the Lincoln Park Craft District. Superior Thread Collective held its grand opening Friday afternoon. The new store is a collaboration between…

Genereau & Company Jewelry Opens In Downtown Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. -- A sparkly new store opened in Downtown Duluth Friday. Genereau & Company is a jewelry store selling a wide range of pieces from bridal, gemstones, designer jewelry and timepieces. They have a…

U Of M Hosts Invasive Species Workshop In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. -- A workshop took place at the Great Lakes Aquarium on Friday to inform those on what is in our lakes and rivers. The University of Minnesota hosts the Aquatic Invasive Species or AIS Detectors Core Course. Around…

Duluth Skateboard Team Participates In Video Game Inspired Competition

DULUTH, Minn. -- A group of skateboarders in Duluth are teaming up to participate in a video game inspired competition. Teams from all over the Midwest gathered in Minneapolis for a challenge. But the challenge is something never attempted before;…

Destination Duluth, A Non-Profit Organization Highlights The City

DULUTH, Minn. -- The passion of one Duluth leader was on display Thursday at a local rotary meeting. Destination Duluth Managing Director Jerry Thoreson says he is spreading the gospel the gospel of Duluth.…

Minnesota DNR Looking For Fish Recipes

MINNESOTA -- The Minnesota DNR is calling on all anglers! A program of the Minnesota DNR called Wild Minnesota Recipe Exchange is looking for your best fish recipes. The website says they will share your favorites "from bluegill to burbot."…

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland Receives Big Donation From Taco Bell Foundation

DULUTH, Minn. -- The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland received their biggest donation yet from the Taco Bell Foundation. $31,500 was raised through Taco Bell's Round Up Program and it is all…

Duluth Man Announces Presidential Campaign

President Biden and former president Donald Trump are getting most of the election attention. But a Duluth man announced Thursday that he too is entering the presidential race. Robert Schieve made the announcement outside his West Duluth home. The army…