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Essentia Health President Discusses New CDC Guidelines, Push to Vaccinate the Unvaccinated

Dr. Jon Pryor, President of Essentia Health, Talks Vaccinations and Routine Medical Care

July 28, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota health officials are warning the highly contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 now accounts for more than 75 percent of the state’s new cases. “This is turning out to be a pandemic of the unvaccinated,” said Dr. Jon Pryor, President of Essentia Health. “If you’re vaccinated, you still could get COVID, odds are pretty low.” Pryor says…

Duluth Costco Now Accepting Applications for All Positions

July 28, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – While construction continues on the Duluth Costco building, the company’s website says it is now accepting applications for all positions at the store. Construction crews started working on the site located at the intersection of Haines and West Arrowhead Roads last August. The store is expected to be around 160,000 square feet with more than 700 parking…

Man Charged With Sending Threatening Emails to Dr. Fauci

July 28, 2021

The Associated Press,

GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — A man has been arrested and charged in federal court with sending emails that threatened to harm and kill Dr. Anthony Fauci, National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Francis Collins, and their families, federal prosecutors in Maryland announced Tuesday. A criminal complaint filed Monday charges Thomas Patrick Connally Jr., 56, with threats against a federal official…

Morning Update 7-28-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, July 28, 2021

July 28, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 28, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Red Lake Officer Fatally Shot on Reservation in Minnesota Identified

July 28, 2021

The Associated Press,

RED LAKE, Minn. (AP) – The Red Lake Nation has identified the police officer who was fatally shot while responding to a call to a residence on the tribe’s reservation in northwestern Minnesota. The Red Lake Department of Public Safety says 37-year-old Ryan Bialke was killed Tuesday after he went to a home on a report of a suicidal male…

Court Nixes New Trial for ‘Making a Murderer’ Subject Avery

July 28, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The Wisconsin Court of Appeal has rejected a request by “Making a Murderer” subject Steven Avery for a new trial. Avery is serving a life sentence for the 2005 killing of photographer Teresa Halbach. The case was the focus of a popular Netflix series whose creators raised questions about the convictions of Avery and his nephew,…

Mobile ‘Bus-eum’ Brings Research on Racism, Lynchings to Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial

This former school bus was transformed into this back in 2019, creating a walk-through collection of information and artifacts.

July 27, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A mobile museum that travels the country to educate the public on racial violence such as lynchings throughout history stopped in Duluth this week. The TRACES Center for History and Culture “Bus-eum” parked by the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial. This former school bus was transformed into this back in 2019, creating a walk-through collection of information and artifacts….

Family’s Newly Purchased Home Among Extensive Storm Damage In Grand Rapids

Wind speeds during Monday night’s storms clocked in between 70 and 80 miles an hour in Grand Rapids, snapping trees and power poles and damaging homes.

July 27, 2021

Arman Rahman,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Wind speeds during Monday night’s storms clocked in between 70 and 80 miles an hour in Grand Rapids, snapping trees and power poles and damaging homes – some where families just moved in. “It’s kind of unbelievable that’s for sure,” said Emily Major. The storm — and a big hole in the roof — was definitely not…

Fredenberg Minno-ette Hooks New Ownership

Jason Manning and His Wife Brianna Purchased the Minno-ette in December of 2020

July 27, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – A staple more than seven decades old in the Northland just recently switched over into new hands. Now the Fredenberg Minno-ette is truly a family affair. “It’s fantastic, it’s something I certainly don’t take for granted,” said Jason Manning, the new owner of the Fredenberg Minno-ette. For this local, longtime radio personality, it’s hard to reel in…

North Shore Cleans Up After Destructive Storm

July 27, 2021

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.– After 70 mile per hour winds whip through the Northland, Two Harbors spends the day cleaning up what is described as a short but destructive storm. The town was littered with debris from last nights storm and community members shared their initial reactions to what they saw and heard, including one homeowner who experienced the brunt of…

Lakeview National Golf Course Staff Cleans Up After Storm

July 27, 2021

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.– Lakeview National Golf Course in Two Harbors was closed on Tuesday for clean up after close to 40 trees came down on the property. Winds around 65 miles per hour also caused a power outage, but crews and members of the course’s men’s league are working hard to reset so it can reopen on Wednesday. “Everyone’s doing…

Kids Learn All About Rock Collecting During Unique Event in Cloquet

July 27, 2021

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn.-A unique program focused “All About Rocks” was held earlier today at the Cloquet Library. The event served to teach kids about the areas rocks including agates. It also encouraged them to get into the hobby of rock collecting. “It’s a hobby people can do throughout all ages, all abilities, young, old, everybody,” said Beckie Tikkanen, of Get Pickin…

CDC: Masks Indoors in US Where Cases Surging

July 27, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK -The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new recommendations that vaccinated people return to wearing masks indoors in parts of the U.S. where the coronavirus is surging. Scientists cited new information about the ability of the delta variant to spread among vaccinated people. The CDC also recommended indoor masks for all teachers, staff, students and visitors to…

Police Officer Fatally Shot on Red Lake Indian Reservation, FBI Investigating

July 27, 2021

KQDS Staff,

RED LAKE, Minn. (FOX 9) – The FBI is investigating after someone shot and killed a police officer on the Red Lake Indian Reservation Tuesday morning. The FBI said Red Lake Police Department officers were responding to a call at a residence when someone fired a weapon, killing an officer. The person who shot the officer is in custody. “It…

Four Arrested During Multiple Arrest Operations in Connection to Duluth Shootings

July 27, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say four individuals were arrested Monday morning during multiple arrest and search warrant operations stemming from an ongoing investigation into Duluth shootings. Around 8:00 a.m. the Duluth Police Department, DPD’s Tactical Response Team, the Lake Superior Drug, and Violent Crime Task Force, Duluth Police Violent Crimes Unit, and St. Louis County Emergency Response Team conducted…

Duluth Man Arrested in Connection to June Downtown Shooting

July 27, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police have arrested and charged a 37-yer-old Duluth man with second-degree attempted murder after he shot a 41-year-old during a verbal altercation last month. Police say, James Lamont Burns, 37, shot 41-year-old William David Urrutia on the 100 block of East 3rd Street around 9:15 p.m. June 20. According to the criminal complaint, Urrutia was transported…

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Lakeside Neighborhood

July 27, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Lakeside Neighborhood. The break was reported around 11:00 a.m. Tuesday and is located on the 4200 block of Colorado Street. City officials say water has been shut off on Colorado Street between North 42nd Avenue East to North 43rd Avenue East, and…

Midday Update 7-27-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, July 27, 2021

July 27, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, duluth, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, superior, weather

Mayo Clinic Joins Others in Requiring Worker Vaccinations

July 27, 2021

The Associated Press,

ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) – Mayo Clinic says it will require employees to be vaccinated against the coronavirus by mid-September, becoming one of the latest health systems to do so as delta variant cases rise around the country. The Rochester-based medical system says the “vast majority” of its employees are already vaccinated. But it says all employees must be fully vaccinated…

CDC Expected to Backpedal on Some Masking Guidelines

July 27, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was expected to backpedal Tuesday on its masking guidelines and recommend that even vaccinated people wear masks indoors in parts of the U.S. where the coronavirus is surging, a federal official said. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because the person was not authorized to discuss details of the new…

Great Lakes Aquarium Will Take Your Lead Tackle

July 27, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Great Lakes Aquarium is collecting lead-based fishing tackle in hopes of reducing lead poisoning in wildlife. Working with the Minnesota pollution control agency the aquarium is encouraging people to bring in their lead tackle by giving lead-free tackle as a replacement. Lead can be especially harmful to loons as the birds oftentimes prey on fish who…

NorShore Theater Youth Camp to Perform on Vista Fleet

July 27, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Youth Chorus is teaming up with the Duluth Playhouse and Vista Fleet for a unique summer camp experience this week. For 8 years, the NorShore Theater has offered youth chorus summer camps for kids from 2nd to 5th grade, but this year, they have the chance to perform on board the Vista Fleet to showcase…

Morning Update 7-27-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, July 27, 2021

July 27, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, duluth, Hail, Ken Slama, Lightning, Local News, morning update, rain, storm damage, Thunder, weather

Lake Country Power Crews Responding to Extensive Damage Caused by Severe Storms

July 27, 2021

Site Staff,

COHASSET, Minn. – Lake Country Power says that while line crews are continuing to respond to outages caused by Monday night’s severe storms, there are still a reported 90 total outages affecting roughly 1,356 members as of 9:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. Affected areas are primarily in the Grand Rapids and Kettle River service areas. “The cooperative is reporting trees on…

Duluth Police: Four Arrested in Connection to Duluth Shootings

July 27, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say four people were arrested on Monday morning as part of an arrest and search warrant operation in connection to shootings that have occurred in Duluth. Authorities say the Duluth Police Department, DPD’s Tactical Response Team, the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, Duluth Police Violent Crimes Unit, and St. Louis County Emergency…

Wisconsin Assembly to Consider Override of Unemployment Veto

July 27, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – It’s shaping up to be a day full of partisan sniping but no real action in the Wisconsin Assembly. Republicans called the Assembly back into session Tuesday to vote on overriding Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ veto of a bill that would have ended a federal $300 weekly unemployment supplemental payment. To succeed, Republicans will need Democrats…

US Star Simone Biles Exits; Roc Wins Women’s Gymnastics

July 27, 2021

The Associated Press,

TOKYO (AP) – The Russian Olympic Committee has won the gold medal in women’s gymnastics after U.S. star Simone Biles exited with a medical issue. The ROC posted a team score of 169.528, ahead of the U.S. in second place at 166.096. The gold is the first for the Russians since the Unified Team triumphed in Barcelona in 1992 and…

Attorney General Visits Superior, Encourages Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Reports to Come Forward

July 26, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– In April, the state of Wisconsin announced an independent state-wide review about the sexual abuse cases stemming from clergy and faith leaders. Since this announcement, over 100 cases have come forth across the state, and today, the state’s Attorney General Josh Kaul, visited Superior to encourage more reports to come through as the Attorney General’s office works with…

Circus Model Builders National Exhibit at the Depot

July 26, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A national convention for miniature circus models is set up at the Duluth Depot this week. Builders from 15 different states are coming together for this event and presenting their detailed creations to the public. Tables full of wagons, trucks, and models made from scratch are on display, but the passion from these builders is what makes…

Current Drought is Bringing Rough Conditions to Trees

July 26, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The current drought is creating choppy conditions for trees in the Northland. Arborist services in the area are noticing a lot of poor tree conditions caused by all the dry weather. “One thing that I am seeing in particular is that the boss woods, the foliage is really spotty this year on a lot of them,” said owner…

Minnesota Officials Urge Shots as Delta Variant Surges

July 26, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP)-Minnesota health officials are warning that the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus now accounts for more than 75% of the state’s new COVID-19 cases. And they say it’s a serious threat to unvaccinated people as the state’s case numbers head back up. Kris Ehresmann, the state’s infectious disease director, says the delta variant has gone from causing…

Worker Injured at Husky Refinery in Superior

July 26, 2021

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-A worker was injured earlier today at Husky Refinery rebuild project in Superior. A representative from the Superior Fire Department said it happened over the noon hour as that department, along with an ambulance, responded to the scene. The worker was taken by ambulance to a local medical facility, according to the fire department. A spokesperson from Husky said…

Evers Calls Special Session While GOP Eyes Veto Override

July 26, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP)-Gov. Tony Evers is calling the Republican-controlled Legislature into a special session to increase funding for public schools and higher education on the same day the Assembly plans to vote on a veto override. The override of a bill ending a $300 weekly unemployment payment was almost certain to fail because there aren’t enough Republicans to vote for…

Gov. Walz Celebrates Minnesota Becoming a Clean Cars State

July 26, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn.-Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are celebrating clean car standards taking effect in Minnesota today. “The new standards, finalized by a notice in the state register today, reduce carbon emissions, create good-paying jobs, boost Minnesota’s manufacturing industry, and increase the choices Minnesotans have in purchasing cars,” the governor’s office said in a prepared statement. Minnesota…

Midday Update 7-26-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 26, 2021

July 26, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, July 26, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

e-Bike Duluth Offers Effortless Entertainment

e-Bike Duluth Opened This Summer, Offering a Relaxing Way to Sightsee the Northland

July 26, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama takes an e-bike for a spin down on the Lakewalk to Canal Park with e-Bike Duluth. An e-bike is a great way to explore Duluth while not wearing yourself out pedaling uphill to your favorite vantage points. Just let the built-in electric motor do most of the work. Click…

Large Grain Elevator Catches Fire in Southern Minnesota

Fire Crews Battled the Fire for Hours Sunday

July 26, 2021

Site Staff,

CLINTON, Minn. (FOX 9) – Firefighters in western Minnesota have battled for hours to contain a large fire that erupted in a grain elevator. According to the Big Stone County Sheriff’s Office, crews were called around 10:45 a.m. on Sunday for smoke billowing from the Wheaton-Dumont elevator in Clinton, Minnesota — just east of the South Dakota border and a three-hour drive…

Registration Now Open for St. Louis River Alliance Canoe Trip

The Excursion is Taking Place Saturday, Aug. 7

July 26, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – After being sidelined by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the St. Louis River Alliance (SLRA) is bringing back its annual canoe trip. The event will take place on Saturday, Aug. 7 from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Paddlers will set sail from Woodstock Bay Landing in Superior. Participants are encouraged to register by Aug. 4 at 4…

OFFICALS: Three Dead in Wisconsin Quarry Likely Knew Killer

July 26, 2021

The Associated Press,

LA CROSSE, Wis. (AP)-Investigators say three men found slain in a western Wisconsin quarry likely knew the person or people who killed them. The bodies of Peng Lor and Nemo Yang, who were both 24, and 23-year-old Trevor Maloney were discovered shortly before 5 a.m. Friday by two Milestone Quarry workers. The quarry is located northeast of La Crosse along…

‘Operation’ Being Conducted at Site of Recent Downtown Duluth Shootings

July 26, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Multiple agencies are conducting an “operation” on the 100 block of East Third Street, which is the same area where there was some recent shootings. The Duluth Police Department, DPD’s Tactical Response Team, the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, and St. Louis County’s Emergency Response Team are at the scene. The public is asked to stay…

Morning Update 7-26-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 26, 2021

July 26, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, July 26, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

High Turnout for 2021 Head of the Lakes Fair

July 25, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– The Head of the Lakes Fair returned to the Superior Fairgrounds this week in full force. Continuing the tradition that’s lasted for nearly a century. For the first time in two years, the Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds came alive again as visitors packed the fair. Bringing in double the amount of people compared to last year, as…

Carlton Daze Gives Local Businesses a Much-Needed Boost

Aaron Hanson, owner of Third Base Bar, said he's seeing a 70% increase in sales from last year at this time.

July 25, 2021

Arman Rahman,

CARLTON, Minn.- Parade-goers weren’t the only ones enjoying “the daze” in Carlton during the “Carlton Daze” celebration. Local businesses have been enjoying a resurgence of customers this summer, especially during the festivities. Aaron Hanson, owner of Third Base Bar, said he’s seeing a 70% increase in sales from last year at this time. “We haven’t seen this in years, decades…

Local Jeopardy Champion Leads Return of Carlton Daze Parade

2019 Jeopardy Tournament of Champions Winner Sam Kavanaugh led the 100 floats down Highway 210.

July 25, 2021

Arman Rahman,

CARLTON, Minn.- As local celebrations make a comeback after 2020, the streets of Carlton filled for the return of this year’s Carlton Daze parade led by quite a smart cookie – a Jeopardy champion and town native. What is: hometown hero for 200? Cheers rained for 2019 Jeopardy tournament champion Sam Kavanaugh to lead the parade back down Highway 210…

Duluth Police Union Calls Lack Of Qualified Officer Candidates A ‘Crisis’

July 25, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s police union is calling the struggle to hire qualified officers a “crisis” for the police department and the city. In a post on Local 807’s Facebook page, the union said they recently were not able to fill all open police officer positions because there weren’t enough qualified candidates interested in working for the Duluth Police Department….

Authorities Identify Victims In Wisconsin Triple Homicide

July 25, 2021

Dan Hanger,

LA CROSSE, Wis. (AP) – Authorities have identified the victims of a triple homicide in far western Wisconsin. The La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office says the bodies of 24-year-old Peng Lor, 24-year-old Nemo Yang and 23-year-old Trevor Maloney were discovered shortly before 5 a.m. Friday by two workers of the Milestone Quarry. The quarry is located near West Salem, about…

Nearly 3 Dozen Athletes With Wisconsin Ties In Tokyo Games

July 25, 2021

Dan Hanger,

Credit: Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Nearly three dozen athletes with ties to Wisconsin will be going for the gold as the Olympics get underway in Tokyo. The Badger State athletes will represent Team USA in competition that includes trap shooting, track and field, rowing and sailing. Alie Rusher, from West Bend, will be participating in the quadruple sculls…

Mack Motzko, Son Of Gophers Hockey Coach, Killed In Crash

July 25, 2021

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (FOX9) – The Minnesota hockey community is mourning the loss of 20-year-old Mack Motzko, who died in a Saturday night crash. Motzko, a 2020 graduate of St. Cloud Cathedral High School, is the son of University of Minnesota hockey coach Bob Motzko. Mack played hockey for St. Cloud Cathedral, and the school released a statement on Sunday. “To…

Taste of Greece Back in Duluth with Greek Food, Culture

After not having an event in 2020, they say the amount of people excited show how the area misses the taste of Greek culture.

July 24, 2021

Arman Rahman,

The smells and music of Greek culture once again moved through the neighborhood around Marshall School, as the Taste Of Greece Festival is back this weekend. Within the first two hours organizers say a few hundred came through for the thousands of gyros, kabobs, pastries and more prepared. A grab and go option was once again available outside, and inside…

40th Blueberry/Art Festival Canceled After Storms Rip Through Ely, Destroy Vendor Booths

Around 6 p.m. Friday evening, high winds snapped some trees and uprooted others which crashed down onto many tents and booths in Whiteside Park. There were no injuries reported.

July 24, 2021

Arman Rahman,

ELY, Minn.- The 40th Blueberry Arts Festival in Ely was forced to cancel for the rest of the weekend Friday night, after severe thunderstorms with 60 to 70 mile per hour winds ripped through the town including the park where festivities were already set up. “There wouldn’t have been a whole lot of show left for people to see…