Your Northern Lights Photos From Aug. 11
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Author: Dan Hanger
Duluth’s Priley Fountain Reopens, Damaged Grounds Being Restored After Encampment
DULUTH, Minn. — Priley Circle within the Duluth Civic Center was a much different site Thursday compared to the three-month-old encampment that was cleared out on Wednesday. City crews have since fenced off the land where the encampment used to be. It’ll stay that way until the damaged grounds can be restored, according to the city. The historic Priley Foundation…
Duluth Shooting Incidents Down Significantly So Far In 2024
DULUTH, Minn. — There is good news about Duluth’s violent crime so far in 2024. It’s the lowest it’s been since before the pandemic. FOX 21 recently requested a six-year breakdown of data from the Duluth Police Department involving shooting incidents through July. The numbers show a steep decline in 2024 compared to the past five years. As of July…
City Of Duluth Releases Statement After 1,000+ Fish Die In Tischer Creek
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth says it is cooperating with regulatory agencies after more than 1,000 fish were found dead last week in Tischer creek. The DNR confirmed that hundreds of brook trout, minnows, crayfish, and aquatic bugs were among the dead. Field crews from the DNR and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MCPA) collected fish and water samples…
New Owner Of Unkept Hermantown Pet Cemetery Wants Property Rezoned
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — The City of Hermantown provided context Tuesday about changes to private land that was once used decades ago as a small pet cemetery for the community by a former land owner. The new land owner, who inherited the 2-acres of land, wants the property rezoned back to residential from public. The city put out a public notice…
11th-Hour Arrives For Duluth City Hall Encampment To Vacate
DULUTH, Minn. — Tuesday was the last day for the three-month-old encampment to pack up outside of Duluth City Hall. On Monday night, around a dozen tents were still set up at the encampment. Some people camping there began to clean up the site filling up trash bag for city crews to take away the next day. On Tuesday morning,…
Wis. Farming Family’s Dog Killed By Wolves; Congressmen Tiffany, Stauber Talk Wolf Hunt
MASON, Wis. – Living up north means living with some of America’s most beautiful creatures, like gray wolves, which are on the endangered species list. But for a farming family in Mason, Wis., they say the growing wolf population has become a serious problem for their livestock and even their beloved pets, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports. Growing up…
Temporary Plan Unveiled To Battle Overheating At DECC Arena
DULUTH, Minn. — After two recent weekends of unbearable heat inside the DECC Arena, Exec. Dir. Dan Hartman says he’s made the “tough decision” to rent a temporary AC unit until $2.8 million in state bonding money can be used to install a modern-day AC system for that side of the DECC. Hartman said the project could take up to…
Tuesday At 9 P.M.: Wis. Farming Family Speaks Out After Wolves Kill Family Dog
MASON, Wis. – Coming up Tuesday night on FOX 21 Local News at 9, a special report from Mason, Wisconsin, involving a recent wolf attack. You’ll hear from life-long residents of northern Wisconsin who say the wolf population is out of control, killing livestock and even and 11-year-old Labrador just feet from its house. “I know that wolves, they’re a…
DECC Arena Struggles To Stay Cool During Recent Harbor Monsters Games
DECC calls recent arena heat level "simply unacceptable"
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been a hot, steamy and humid summer the past few weekends, which has been nice for beachgoers, but not so nice for the Harbor Monsters and their fans after the air in the DECC arena rose to uncomfortable levels. The DECC told FOX 21 on Tuesday that the level of heat during the past two weekend…
Police: Victim Of Duluth Stabbing ‘Uncooperative’
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police are investigating a stabbing that they say involves an uncooperative victim. The stabbing happened Friday night in the area of the 100 block of East 4th Street. Officers made contact with the victim who received minor injuries. The victim refused medical attention and refused to cooperative with investigators, according to a news release. Police believe…
Update: Coast Guard Clears ‘Vista Star’ For Operation After Striking Breakwater
Five-foot waves were reported during the incident, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office.
6:15 p.m. update: After the Vista Star struck a breakwater wall in the Wisconsin Entry to the Duluth-Superior harbor late Saturday evening, the Coast Guard inspected the hull of the boat Sunday evening and gave the all clear for operations to resume, according to Vista Fleet Owner Justin Steinbach. He added the Vista Star cruises will start back up as…
MnDOT Finds Unexpected Amount Of ‘Deteriorated Concrete’ On I-35 Duluth Ramp
DULUTH, Minn. – One of the most traveled I-35 ramps in Duluth will be shut down for weeks because of unexpected concrete damage. MnDOT told FOX 21 crews were planning to fix “some deteriorated concrete” on I-35 ramps in Duluth when they found additional concrete concerns on the Lake Avenue on-ramp for Northbound I-35. So because of that discovery, a…
Charges: Suspect Stabbed Stranger In Downtown Duluth Over Drugs
Jake Pyrlik DULUTH, Minn. — Court documents have revealed a man who was stabbed in the neck in downtown Duluth did not know the suspect, according to the victim. The suspect, Jake Pyrlik, 30, of Duluth, is accused of slashing the throat of Bryce Brim, 29, because Brim would not share drugs with him, according to the criminal complaint. The…
Black Water Lounge To Close In Downtown Duluth
The last day of business will be July 25.
Courtesy: Black Water DULUTH, Minn. — After 15 years of serving hand-crafted martinis in downtown Duluth, Black Water Lounge has made the difficult decision to close. The lounge on the 200 block of East Superior Street is part of the Black Woods Group. Courtesy: Black Water Co-owner Julie Thoreson told FOX 21 it’s a tough decision to close, but the…
Ex-Superior Police Officer Sentenced For Double-Fatal Drunken Crash
SUPERIOR, Wis. – It was an emotional day in court Wednesday as a Douglas County judge handed down his sentence against a former Superior police officer who killed a father and newborn son in a drunken hit-and-run in 2022. Judge George Glonik sentenced Gregory Swanson, 44, to 5 years in prison and 5 years supervision for each of the two…
Strong Opinions On Proposed Public Safety Plan; Duluth Mayor, Chiefs Encourage More
DULUTH, Minn. — One day after a standing-room only council meeting, the city of Duluth’s top public safety leaders are reacting to 3.5 hours of public comments and dialogue about Mayor Roger Reinert’s proposed ordinance changes to get tougher on non-violent crime. Property damage, graffiti, illegal dumping and camping on public property are among the non-violent crimes that would become…
Update: Bayfield County ‘Animal Neglect Investigation’ Of Horses Sent To Dist. Atty.
7/12/24 Update: Courtesy: Bella Bretting Courtesy: Bella Bretting TOWN OF BELL, Wis. – Two days after the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office said there was not enough evidence to prosecute an animal neglect case involving more than 15 horses, FOX 21 has learned the Sheriff’s Office has sent their investigation over to the District Attorney’s Office for possible charges. On Wednesday,…
Charges: Carjacker Who Severely Injured Duluth Man Was On Meth
Kristy Johnson DULUTH, Minn. — An update on a violent carjacking in Duluth. Court documents say the suspect was on meth at the time and had been awake for 24 hours. Kristy Johnson, 32, is facing six felony charges. The criminal complaint says a 24-year-old Duluth man was picking up food at the Domino’s on Woodland Avenue near UMD when…
Longtime Meteorologist Karl Spring Rejoins FOX 21 Weather Team
DULUTH, Minn. — Longtime meteorologist Karl Spring is re-joining the FOX 21’s weather team later this month. He’ll be filling in as needed for all newscasts. Karl Spring Karl is a native Minnesotan and a life-long Twins and Vikings fan. Besides his time forecasting for years in the Twin Ports, including at FOX 21 in 2008-2009, he has also worked…
DECC’s ‘Taco Fest’ Faces Criticism For Not Including Local Mexican Restaurants
DECC officials said its kitchen-prepared event will break even and support staff during slow summer months.
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC’s first-ever Taco Festival is drawing some criticism because the event does not include any local Mexican restaurants. The DECC describes the event as “a festival-style taco extravaganza,” “a street party with tacos,” and “signature margaritas.” The Taco Fest is happening outside Pioneer Hall Saturday, July 6, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. The DECC’s kitchen…
Hibbing Police Make Big Break In 2017 Unsolved Murder Of Businessman
HIBBING, Minn. — The 2017 murder of Hibbing business owner Brian Nelson remains unsolved, as the 7th anniversary of his death approaches next week. But Monday night, FOX 21 confirmed Hibbing police investigators are closing in on the case. After seven years of investigating every lead possible, new forensic technology has created the most credible lead yet into finding out…
Diver Drowns In Crane Lake While Trying To Recover Sunken Machinery
CRANE LAKE, Minn. – A scuba diver from Embarrass drowned Sunday while trying to recover a piece of sunken machinery on Crane Lake, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The 50-year-old, William Rebarich was in 70 feet of water when he failed to resurface during the attempt to recover the sunken equipment. Crane Lake is just outside Voyageurs…
Duluth Police: Teen Brandished Gun During Fight
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police are investigating a confrontation involving a gun just outside of the downtown area. The incident happened around 5 p.m. Wednesday in the area of the 2nd Avenue East and 4th Street. Duluth police said a fight broke out between known parties and a gun was “brandished.” The suspect is a 17-year-old male. Police said the…
2 Of 3 Suspects Arrested In April Downtown Duluth Murder
DULUTH, Minn. — Two Duluth murder suspects from out of state are under arrest for their alleged involvement in a fatal downtown stabbing that involved shots fired. On April 12, Chantel Moose, 25, of Duluth was stabbed in the neck after bar close outside Spurs on First on the 100 block of West First Street. Chantel Moose On Wednesday, the…
A View Above The Raging Kawishiwi Falls In Ely
ELY, Minn. – Click the video above to see an amazing view above the Kawishiwi Falls in Ely courtesy of Photographer Chris Ellerbroek. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News
Cook Community Leans On Each Other As Swollen River Takes Over Downtown
Gov. Walz will visit Cook and Biwabik on Thursday to survey the flood damage.
COOK, Minn. – The small, close-knit city of Cook is dealing with a big problem. The swollen Littlefork River has sent feet of water into the low-lying downtown. Homes and businesses are surrounded by water. Some basements have feet of water, according to locals. There was a slight sign of relief Thursday because forecasters believe the river has hit its…
UPDATE: Two Juveniles Arrested in Robbery and Assault of 75-year-old Man
DULUTH, Minn. — Two male juveniles, a 14-year-old and 16-year-old, were arrested Wednesday, June 19 in the assault and robbery of a 75-year-old man in the DECC parking ramp. UPDATE (6/20): The juveniles are facing pending charges of Aid and Abet 1st Aggravated Robbery and 3rd Degree Riot charges. They were detained at about 10:30 pm on Wednesday, June 19…
Update: Boy Hit By Falling Tree Rescued In BWCA
BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn.: A boy who was struck by a falling tree in the BWCA Tuesday during severe weather has been rescued, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Rescue crews reached the 9-year-old around 9 p.m. Tuesday. He was transported to a boat landing and arrived there at 11 p.m. before being taken by ambulance to North Shore Health…
FOX 21 Local News At 9: Tuesday’s Severe Weather Coverage
NORTHLAND — Video from viewers from around the Northland shows manholes unable to hold all the rain water in Bovey. The streets were comparable to small riverways. A similar story comes out of McKinley, as the heavy rainfall sends water down the streets and around homes. Video from viewers in Hibbing shows parking lots flooded. With vehicle owners moving cars…
Fire Breaks Out At Uptown Mall In Virginia
Credit: Northland Fire Wire VIRGINIA, Minn. – Fire broke out at the Uptown Mall in Virginia Thursday afternoon. Credit: Northland Fire Wire Pictures from the Northland Fire Wire showed dark, black smoke coming from the building. The Fire Wire reported that the flames were contained to a storage area thanks to the mall’s sprinkler system. Multiple area fire departments responded….
Severe Storms Drop Hail Across The Northland
Severe storms dropped all types of hail down on the Northland Wednesday evening. Click the video above to check it out! Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Public Safety, Weather in the News
Crow Wing County Reports Significant Storm Damage
We are getting new images of significant damage in Crow Wing County from Wednesday’s severe storms. The Sheriff’s Office posted photos late Wednesday showing a camper flipped over, trees down, and pieces of debris, like a 2X4 through a home’s roof. The pictures were taken off Highway 6 just north of Crosby. This is the same area where storm chasers…
Female Exits Residence Peacefully After Crisis Team Response In Lincoln Park
UPDATE: 10:30 p.m.: After making contact with the female, she exited the residence peacefully and was transported to a local hospital for a mental health evaluation. There were no injuries during this incident and the area is now clear. BREAKING: Officers are on scene of a welfare check in the 3000 block of Restormel Street in Duluth’s Lincoln Park that…
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 on Lake Superior. The U.S. Coast Guard also said it may not have hit anything under Lake Superior as the agency first reported. Instead, the…
Michipicoten Emergency: U.S. Coast Guard Was Ready For ‘Worst Case Scenario’
The Coast Guard said the ship struck something underwater in Lake Superior.
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 the ship struck something underwater just before 7 a.m. Saturday near Isle Royale Pumps were used to displace “some water entering spaces,” according to the USCG. The…
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 galloping along Highway 53. And also in Virginia, a mama bear and her four cubs explored the deck of Virginia Deputy Chief Chad Nickila. Click the video…
Motorcyclist Killed After Crash With SUV In Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday at a busy intersection in Hermantown on Miller Trunk Highway. Hermantown police said a 71-year-old man from Hermantown was riding his Harley Davidson northbound on Stebner Road when it was struck by an SUV traveling westbound on Miller Trunk Highway. The crash happened around 11 a.m. The 63-year-old female driver who is…
Body Of Remaining Missing Canoer Recovered In BWCA
Jesse Haugen | Reis Grams After an exhaustive search effort or a little more than two weeks, the second body of a missing canoer was located Monday in the Boundary Waters. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said the body of Reis Grams, 40, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, was discovered around 10 a.m. by the St. Louis County Rescue Squad…
Free Fishing Gear Giveaway Brings Smiles To 100 Kids
A free event aimed at getting kids 17 and under fishing gear was a success this weekend. 100 fishing poles, reels, boxes and tackle were all available Saturday on Barker’s Island in Superior, which went to new homes in one hour. Organizer John D’Auria was behind the project. Click the video to see some of the fun! Categories: Community, Minnesota,…
Pro-Palestine March In Duluth, Rally Outside DFL Convention
DULUTH, Minn. – A pro-Palestine march started at Duluth City Hall Saturday and ended in a rally outside the door of the DECC where the DFL Convention was being held. The Twin Ports Democratic Socialists of America organized the protest. The group spoke on the following demands: A ceasefire now, repeal the Minnesota Anti-Boycott, Divest and Sanction Law, end all…
DFL Convention In Duluth: Delegates Endorse Sen. Klobuchar For Reelection
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC Arena was full of the DFL party this weekend for the Minnesota State Convention. Delegates endorsed Sen. Amy Klobuchar for re-election, selected final delegates to the Democratic National Convention in August and heard from Gov. Tim Walz, Sen. Tina Smith, Jen Schultz, among other DFL candidates and elected officials. As for Klobuchar, she was in…
Minneapolis Police Officer Among 4 Dead In Mass Shooting: KMSP-TV
(FOX 9) MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – A Minneapolis police officer and the suspected shooter were killed in a mass shooting in the city on Thursday. According to officials, the shooting at an apartment building Thursday afternoon along Blaisdell Avenue near 22nd Street left six people shot, including two police officers and four civilians. In an update at 8:30 p.m., city officials said the suspected gunman and…
Roofer Dies After Being Electrocuted In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – A worker was killed in Duluth Thursday after being electrocuted. The accident was reported around 10:30 a.m. in the area of North 17th Avenue East. Duluth police told FOX 21 the male roofer was climbing a ladder with a metal gutter section, which came into contact with a power line. The victim was transported to a local…
Superior Police: Speed, Alcohol Likely Factors In Fatal Rollover
Viewer photo of crash scene SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior police are investigating a fatal one-vehicle rollover that they believe involved excessive speed and alcohol. The accident was reported around 10 p.m. Sunday on Hwy 105 and Logan Avenue in the South Superior neighborhood. The 25-year-old male driver from Superior was ejected and later died at a hospital. The 24-year-old male…
Ice Is Gone, Rivers Are Flowing For Whitewater Rafting Season
The ice is gone, the temps are rising and the rivers are ready for rafting. Minnesota Whitewater Rafting are ready to get people out on the St. Louis River this Memorial Day weekend and the rest of the summer for wild adventures on the rapids. “You’re gonna to get wet. That’s the biggest thing. People always ask, is someone gonna…
Day 22: Duluth Civic Center Pro-Palestine Encampment
DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, May 22, marked exactly three weeks since pro-Palestinian protesters set up an encampment in Duluth’s Civic Center. There were around 10 tents set up Wednesday evening. One protester, who did not want to be named, has been at the encampment since the beginning. He said Homeland Security asked the group to move off federal land near…
Duluth Girl Dies After Side-By-Side Crash; Criminal Investigation Underway
Authorities said the driver is 18 years old and alcohol is believed to be involved.
Crash scene CANOSIA TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A Duluth girl has died after a UTV side-by-side she was riding in rolled into some trees earlier this month in Canosia Township, according to Sgt. Eric Sathers. Meanwhile, the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says criminal charges could soon be filed against the driver. The crash happened around 10:15 p.m. May 6 near…
Duluth’s ‘Substance Use Response Team’ Coordinator Talks Opioid Crisis
DULUTH, Minn. — Last year in Duluth, a record number of opioid-related overdoses were recorded. There were a total of 480 opioid-related overdoses, including 46 deaths. In 2013, there were 42 opioid-related overdoses and one death. Jessica Nickila, coordinator of the Duluth Police Department’s Substance Use Response Team (SURT), said the over prescribing of opioids decades ago in our area…
Voters Reject Duluth School District’s Technology Referendum For Second Time
DULUTH, Minn. — For a second time, voters have rejected a proposed technology referendum Tuesday for the Duluth School District. The levy would have provided $5.2 million annually over the next decade for learning technology, digital curriculum and security, according to the district. Below is a press release sent out by the district Tuesday night: Residents of Duluth Public Schools…
