SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Wisconsin businessman Eric Hovde visited Mama T’s Smokin’ Eats in Superior on his statewide RV tour. The stop was just one of 28 Hovde plans to make during his week-long campaign travels. Around thirty people came to Mama T’s. In a speech to his supporters, Hovde focused on the U.S.-Mexico Border, inflation, and the fentanyl crisis. He…
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…
TOWN OF SUPERIOR, Wis. – An Esko man was killed Monday night in a single-vehicle rollover crash in the Town of Superior. The crash was reported around 2:50 p.m. after a passing motorist came upon debris on the roadway and a vehicle off the road in the 4600 S block of Darrow Road. Ryan D.S.S. VanPuymbrouck, 34, was pronounced dead…
BARRONETT TOWNSHIP, Wis. – Residents in Washburn County also have their fare share of road closures for the replacement of culverts along Heart Lake Road near Barronett Township. Between July 10 & 11, expect full continuous closures west of Little Long Lake Road. Between July 15 & 18, expect full continuous closures for the replacement of box culverts at USH…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Legislature’s Republican-controlled budget committee can’t legally block conservation projects initiated by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ administration, the state Supreme Court ruled Friday. The decision marks a victory for Evers, whose relationship with Republican lawmakers has deteriorated since he took office in 2019, as well as environmentalists across the state. “I’ve spent years working against near-constant Republican…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — It’s summertime. Which means parade season is in full swing. There’s plenty of reasons to gather. From our nation’s heroes to your everyday local business just starting out. Like the Adventure Acres in Superior. “So, we are opening a tourism farm in August. So, we have goats, and chickens and bunnies. And then like a corn pit…
Superior, Wisc — The Mont du Lac Resort is celebrating Independence Day with special events for its guests this weekend. It’s the 76th anniversary of Mont du Lac and the 16th year that It has been a four-season resort. Guests at the resort are enjoying the many activities…from music, swimming, and biking to a summer water park and a Bar…
SOUTH RANGE, WI. — With the Fourth of July near fireworks will soon be, if not already, in the air. It’s an American tradition symbolizing pride and patriotism. Independence Day is a time for celebration; sparking joy for friends, family and communities across the nation. “We’re celebrating our independence, we’re celebrating our freedoms and we’re celebrating with a bang and…
DULUTH, Minn.– There is a serious need for blood donors in the Northland. The Northland Chapter of the Red Cross tells us, only 3 percent of the nation donates blood. And more often than not, people donate one time and move on. “I would say this is in the top five where there feels like there’s really a sense…
ASHLAND, Wis. — A stray dog was rescued from a culvert in Ashland on Monday. The Chequamegon Humane Association posted photos of the rescue. According to the post, it took first responders multiple tries to rescue the stray dog as they kept being interrupted by other calls. But after a while, Ashland Firefighters were able to nudge the dog out….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two people are dead after a head-on collision in the Town of Superior on Sunday, June 30. The crash happened at 8:36 a.m. on STH 35 between Hunter Road and Gustafson Road. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, a northbound Mitsubishi Outlander crossed the center line of STH 35 and struck a southbound Toyota Camry. Both…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Things were getting groovy at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior on Sunday afternoon. Fans put on their best “Summer of Love” apparel for ‘Twin Ports Does The Monterey Pop Festival 1967.’ The concert was a tribute to the festival best known for performances by Jimi Hendrix and The Who. It also introduced Janis Joplin and Otis Redding…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — It’s that time of year again! The music continued in Superior; Porchfest started Thursday night. Local musicians Breanne Marie and the Front Porch Sinners, Gina Lee, and Sidestreet Detour took to porches around the North End neighborhood. Breanna Marie and the Front Porch Sinners performed across the street from Phoenix Villa Apartments. Siggy’s Musical Garden Executive Director…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Mentor North held its 4th Annual Summer Fest Thursday evening at Earth Rider Brewery Festival Grounds in Superior. The evening of festivities was all the benefit youth mentoring in Superior and Duluth. There was plenty to do, with live music, food, and mega-sized lawn games. Proceeds from tickets and the silent auction went towards Mentor North. Right…
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 redistricting maps were approved. District 73 now covers the northern portion of Douglas and Bayfield counties. Wednesday evening, Candidates John Adams and Angela Stroud answered submitted…
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 1:22:07. It was 2:05 away from the course record, set by Aaron Pike in 2022. Sanclemente finished just 17 seconds…
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 Marathon victory, which is more than anyone else in the race’s 48 years. His finishing time ranks third fastest among…
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 1:01:22 by over a minute. Tsegay Weldlibanos earned second place with a time of 1:02:04. In the women’s race, Annie…
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 partook in the musical celebration hosting around 30 performers over 16 venues. All styles, ages and experience levels of musicians…
BASS LAKE, Wis. — One is dead, two others critically injured, and one is behind bars after a the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a rollover crash in the Town of Bass Lake. The crash happened on Highline Road, just south of Williams Road. There officers found a 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac in the east ditch-line…
ASHLAND, Wis. — It kills more Wisconsinites a year than car crashes. Opioids, a powerful prescribed painkiller, has overwhelmed communities across the country. In 2023, Wisconsin saw just over 1,300 opioid-related deaths. To combat rising opioid death rates, the state of Wisconsin has announced grants being awarded to law enforcement agencies state-wide. “As Attorney General, my top priority is public…
NORTHLAND – Severe storms brought plenty of disasters in northern Minnesota Tuesday night. The National Weather Service reports 1.5 to more than 7 inches of rain have fallen within just a few hours. Tornadic wind speeds brought reports of a waterspout spotted outside of Tofte at 5:19 p.m., a confirmed tornado outside of Cotton, and funnel clouds spotted over Moose…
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…
Update (6/18/24): The 19-year-old kayaker who went missing on the Namekagon River Friday was found safe Tuesday afternoon by the Wisconsin DNR. Sheriff Dennis Stuart told FOX 21 Gunnur Hess, of Sarona, was located in St. Croix Falls, about 50 miles away from his starting point at the County K access point of the river. Stuart said Hess did not…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The body of a missing Duluth man was found in the Pokegama River in the Village of Superior Monday afternoon. 43-year-old Ryan Lahti was last seen fleeing into the woods on Cemetery Road in Douglas County after a traffic stop on June 8. Authorities had an extensive search using K9’s, drones, and thermal imaging was unable to…
SUPERIOR, WI. — Two one-act murder mysteries, Murder in Poplar and Heartbreak, will take the stage at Time Arc Theatre June 21 – June 30. Director of Murder in Poplar Kathleen Laakso and Director of Heartbreak Rob Larson joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Monday ahead of opening night. The Time Arc Theatre is located in the Old Post…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A partnership between the Superior Fire Department and Cenovus Energy is making the water safer for everyone. The Superior Fire Department showed off its newest equipment: a jet ski, and a rescue board. These were purchased thanks to the partnership the Fire department has with Cenovus Energy. This partnership is very important, according to Cameron Vollbrecht, the…
MARENGO, Wis. — A 12-year-old bicyclist was life flighted after being struck by a vehicle near Marengo, about 20 miles south of Ashland. This happened Thursday afternoon around 3:30 p.m., the Ashland County Dispatch Center received a call that a vehicle hit struck the 12-year-old on their bike. The condition of the 12-year-old is currently unknown. The driver of the vehicle…
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 Superior High School. This past year Warren has qualified for the invite-only national Excel Skating Series. The Excel Skating Series is a prestigious figure skating competition that…
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 out here and cheer us on is a nice thing to have,” said Gage Nollet, member of the Northwestern football team. But concern arose when the…
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 the state resulting in an average of 1,700 injuries and 100 fatalities per year. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation encourages…
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 veteran and Native American said that after 30 years of fighting for the rights of the Anishinaabe, that it was…
SOUTH RANGE, Wis. — A windmill over 120 years old is undergoing a much-needed restoration process and it’s almost complete. The Davidson Windmill located in South Range, Wisconsin along Highway 13 was finished in 1904. It was originally made to grind flour and animal food. Now the Old-Brule Heritage Society is making sure that it stands tall for many years…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — June 6th marks the 80th Anniversary D-Day, a turning point in World War 2 for the Allies. The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior honored the lives lost in the invasion. Veterans, friends, and family gathered to raise the American and Prisoner of War flags Thursday morning. Members of American Legion 435 then played Taps…
ASHLAND, Wis. — The room was packed at the Line 5 public hearing Tuesday with the crowd overflowing into two adjacent rooms. Each person was able to speak for three minutes. Before the hearing started, supporters and opponents of the relocation effort weighed in. Sharon Vlari opposes the relocation and said it puts the cart before the horse. “They do…
IRON RIVER, Wis. — Members of the Wisconsin National Guard are helping to make way for new RV and camping site at a Veterans Park in Iron River. The project has been in the works since 2017 at Across the Pond Veterans Park. $300,000 has been raised so far to make it happen. 31 military personnel are approved to dig…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul filed felony forgery charges Tuesday against two attorneys and an aide who helped submit paperwork falsely saying that former President Donald Trump had won the battleground state in 2020. The charges were filed against attorneys Kenneth Chesebro, 62, and Jim Troupis, 70, and former Trump aide Mike Roman, 51, who allegedly…
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,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — After nine months of hard work, four interns are ready to start work after completing Project SEARCH Superior – Essential Health. Friday saw the graduation of four interns who have completed Project Search. Project SEARCH is a transition-to-work program that aims to help adults who have barriers to employment become work-ready. This year’s graduates have also completed…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Mayor Jim Payne delivered his State of the City speech Thursday evening from the stage at the Douglas County Historical Society. Paine gave an upbeat take on the past year in the city, and encouraged residents to have a positive outlook, especially when talking with visitors to Superior. Among the highlights Paine mentioned were grants provided to…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — As fishing season is ramping up, young anglers can get their hands on some free gear this Saturday. One local man will have tables set up full of fishing equipment. Superior residents and businesses donated new and used items. The first 100 kids 17 and under will receive equipment for free, such as fishing poles, reels, boxes…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A business in Superior is helping people get their tan on. Superior Tan & Wellness took over the Video Vision and Superior Tan businesses on Belknap Street. The previous owner retired, and new owners renovated the place to expand their tanning services. They now offer red light therapy, spray tans, aqua massage, and of course tanning beds….
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…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Duluth’s Best Bread celebrated the opening of their Superior location Tuesday. The bakery hosted a few pop-up shops earlier this year and they were very successful selling out each time. The new location was built with a bigger infrastructure to make more inventory for the store. One item that highlights Superior is their cheese curd bread that…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Superiorites weren’t just outside to enjoy the weather. On Saturday, twenty volunteers met up at Wisconsin Point to help make a difference. Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve held their fourth annual Wisconsin Point Spring Beach Cleanup this weekend. Volunteers split off into groups all across the sandbar, working together to pick up litter and mark down…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — An exciting announcement made Thursday for the Bong Veterans Historical Center. Richard Bong’s P-38 fighter plane, Marge, has been discovered in Papua New Guinea. A team from Pacific Wrecks, a nonprofit World War II historical preservation group started the expedition on May 1st. In the announcement Thursday live from the field crews said they found something that…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A detective with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is accused of hit-and-run while under the influence of alcohol. Superior police told FOX 21 Matthew DeRosia, 50, was arrested Sunday around 10:15 p.m. after an officer saw his vehicle sparking from a blown-out tire. The incident unfolded on the 1100 block of E. Fifth Street. Upon further investigation,…
DRUMMOND, Wi — The band Foreigner will be at the DECC this September. The group will have a local high school choir join them onstage to sing with the band. Four local schools were competing for this honor and this morning the winner was announced on KQDS radio The top vote-getter to sing with Foreigner was Drummond High, a small school…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Construction has started for a main road over in Superior. The condition of Hammond Avenue has degraded over time according to the City of Superior. The reconstruction will be divided into 2 phases. The first phase starting Monday closing traffic from Belknap to North 21st Street. The project will include a new roadway, installation of storm sewers…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — As graduation season continues, it was students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s turn to walk the stage for their commencement ceremony. Around 300 students attended the in-person commencement, with around 630 students graduating in total. Friends and family cheered on the Yellowjacket students at the ceremony. This year UWS saw more graduate degrees earned then ever before….
