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Less Than 5% of Minnesotans Have Received 1 Vaccine Dose

January 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The number of Minnesotans who have received at least the first dose of the two-shot COVID-19 vaccine is nearing a quarter-million or less than 5% of the population, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Sunday. A total of 247,415 Minnesotans have received at least one dose. More than 63,000 people have received both shots to complete their…

House Sending Trump Impeachment to Senate, GOP Opposes Trial

January 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is set to bring the impeachment article against Donald Trump for the Senate trial. But a growing number of Republican senators say they oppose the proceedings against the former president. That’s a sign of the dimming chances that Trump will be convicted on the charge that he incited a siege of the U.S. Capitol. House…

Fans Cheer on UMD Men’s Hockey at AMSOIL Arena for First Time in Months

In addition to family members, a limited number of tickets were available to students -- which reportedly sold out quickly.

January 24, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the UMD Men’s Hockey Team returned from quarantine after a COVID situation postponed their series last week, cardboard cutouts weren’t the only ones cheering them on — fans welcomed the Bulldogs back to AMSOIL, for the first time since March. “It’s nice,” said young Noah Wise seeing the game with his dad Sunday. “We’ve been waiting for…

UMD Students Learn Unique Sport of Snowkiting

January 24, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– It was a chilly and windy day out on Island Lake. But to a group of UMD students, it might not be such a bad thing. Led by the UMD Outdoor Recreation Program, a group of around a dozen current and former UMD students came out to the lake Sunday afternoon to enjoy a different kind of winter…

Hank Aaron Memorabilia in High Demand at Local Shops

January 24, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– With the passing of baseball legend Hank Aaron on Friday, it’s been a busy time for sports memorabilia shops as fans find ways to embrace his legacy. Globe News in Superior has been seeing more people coming and calling into the store over the weekend to get whatever gear they could, including a card of ‘Hammering Hank’ from…

Make a Difference Conference Goes Virtual

Event coordinators throughout the region have had to be more flexible due to the pandemic.

January 23, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn.- Event coordinators throughout the region have had to be more flexible due to the pandemic. For instance, the Make a Difference Conference, hosted by Youth in Action, was held at the DECC last year, had about 400 participants. This year’s conference will be virtual. The conference itself focuses on youth in the area and equips them to invest…

Dozens Protest Enbridge’s Line 3 Replacement on Streets Near Backus, MN

Enbridge maintains Line 3 has been repeatedly approved "based on six years of fact and science based regulatory and permitting review."

January 23, 2021

Arman Rahman,

BACKUS, Minn.- A large protest near Backus, Minnesota Saturday called on President Joe Biden to stop Enbridge from constructing the Line 3 Pipeline Replacement, protesters said, just as he did the Keystone Pipeline this week. According to organizers, approximately 200 people gathered on the streets near Backus. This comes just a day after a protester was safely removed from a…

‘Go Fund Me’ Effort Raises Thousands for Local Teen After Skiing Accident

January 23, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Duluth East Junior Mason Branstrator’s life changed forever on Monday after a skiing accident left him seriously injured. Now as he and his family brace for the road ahead, they’re getting some help along the way. “I went off of a jump and was in the air backwards and next thing I know, I’m in the hospital,” said…

‘Pop-Up Pantry’ Brings Food to Hundreds in Gary New Duluth

January 23, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Over in Gary-New Duluth today, hundreds stopped by a pop-up food pantry to paying a small fee for groceries they need in an area that has been labeled a food desert. Ruby’s Pantry held the pop-up at the Mission Creek Church. For just 20 dollars or less, people were able to get a shopping cart full of food…

Larry King, Broadcasting Giant for Half-Century, Dies at 87

January 23, 2021

Arman Rahman,

Larry King arrives at Trump Tower in New York. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File) LOS ANGELES (AP) — Larry King, the suspenders-sporting everyman whose broadcast interviews with world leaders, movie stars and ordinary Joes helped define American conversation for a half-century, died Saturday. He was 87. King died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, his production company, Ora Media, tweeted. No cause…

Masks Required at All Airports Across the Country

With Biden assuming the office this week, he has signed a mask mandate for interstate travelers at airports throughout the country.

January 22, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – With Biden assuming the office this week, he has signed a mask mandate for interstate travelers at airports throughout the country. The Duluth International Airport has already been implementing masks inside of the airport because of the city-wide mask mandate. They say their customers have adapted well to the situation. “Because that’s already required here, for travelers…

Vaccination Pilot Program Begins on Iron Range

January 22, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.– Mountain Iron is one of the places administering the COVID-19 vaccine to adults over 65 education and child care workers as part of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s new vaccine pilot program. COVID-19 vaccinations are ramping up in St. Louis County with more than 10,000 shots given out so far. And over in Mountain Iron, the next step…

$1 Billion Mega Millions Hype Hitting Northland

January 22, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Mega millions? More like mega billions as the jackpot jumps above $1 billion for just the third time ever. And people in the Northland are going out to get themselves a ticket. The owner of Korner Store in Gary New Duluth says all of the lottery news is exciting as Northlanders take their shot to see if they…

Dredging Project Leaves Aluminum Can Pieces Around Park Point

January 22, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– The City of Duluth and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are asking for people walking certain areas of Park Point Beach to keep a sharp eye out as decades old aluminum can pieces were found on the shore. The comers as pieces of shredded aluminum cans were found along the shipping canal on the lakeside to 13…

Blood Donations Are Critically Low; Health Experts Encouraging People to Donate

If you have had the vaccine, healthcare professionals say it is safe to give blood.

January 22, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Blood donations continue to be critically low during the pandemic. Donations are typically low in the winter, but as fewer people are choosing not to give blood during the pandemic the supply is becoming exhausted. Health officials say the U.S. blood supply is in stage yellow meaning there are only one to two days worth of blood…

Sacred Heart Music Center Struggling To Survive The Pandemic

"The pandemic has really hurt Sacred Heart," said Mark Nicklawske, a member of the board of directors for Sacred Heart.

January 22, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sacred Heart Music Center and many other entertainment settings were among the first to shut down at the start of the pandemic. Now it is a big challenge to bounce back from the financial struggles. “The pandemic has really hurt Sacred Heart,” said Mark Nicklawske, a member of the board of directors for Sacred Heart. Sacred Heart…

Great Lakes Aquarium Introduces Otter Slide Race

The Great Lakes Aquarium has introduced a fundraiser to help them during these tough times.

January 22, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Great Lakes Aquarium has introduced a fundraiser to help them during these tough times. In what they call the Otter Slide Race, Northlanders can race using multiple outlets like skiing, snowshoeing, fat tire biking, or even pulling your kid on a sled throughout February. Some of the best racers will eventually be given prizes. “It’s important…

Flu Takes a Back Seat to COVID-19

As the COVID pandemic continues on, the flu has taken a back seat to the virus and numbers are down dramatically across the region.

January 22, 2021

Jane Kim,

NORTHLAND – As the COVID pandemic continues on, the flu has taken a back seat to the virus and numbers are down dramatically across the region. Both the flu and COVID-19 are transmitted in the same way, and prevention strategies for the coronavirus have helped out with the number of hospitalizations due to the flu. The current numbers for the…

Caribou Highlands Debuts Illuminated Winter Village

From Games to Fire Pits, Snacks and More, There's Something For Everyone to Enjoy

January 22, 2021

Brett Scott,

LUTSEN, Minn. – If you’re looking for something fun and exciting to do this weekend, you may want to take a trip up the North Shore. Staff at Caribou Highlands Lodge have created an outdoor Winter Village, complete with ice skating, giant ladder ball, and even a snow bocce ball court. The village is fully illuminated at night, and multiple…

Maintenance Work on Aerial Lift Bridge to Start Monday

January 22, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Beginning Monday, January 25, traffic will be limited across the Aerial Lift Bridge to one lane while maintenance work. The City of Duluth says crews will be working ten-hour shifts to get the work done as soon as possible. Traffic will be limited to one lane across the bridge between 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. “Traffic flow…

NBC to Shut Down NBC Sports Network at End of 2021

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy CNN/Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Getty Images) (AP) – NBC will shut down the NBC Sports Network at the end of the year. NBC Sports Chairman Pete Bevacqua announced the move in an internal memo to staff. NBC Sports Network is best known for carrying NHL and English Premier League games as well as NASCAR and IndyCar races. It also carries a significant…

Wisconsin Republicans Propose Getting Rid of Mask Mandate

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s statewide mask mandate would be overturned by the Republican-controlled state Legislature under a resolution that could be voted on as soon as Tuesday. Twenty-seven Republican lawmakers signed on to the resolution that was introduced on Thursday. It would have to pass both the Senate and Assembly in order to end the public health emergency and…

Trump Impeachment to Go to Senate Monday, Triggering Trial

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will send the article of impeachment against Donald Trump to the Senate on Monday. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer made the announcement on Friday. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell wants to postpone the impeachment trial until February to give the former president time to prepare his case. The House impeached Trump on a…

Minnesota Allocated Nearly 900K Vaccine Doses So Far

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health officials reported Friday the state has now been allocated 871,650 doses of federally controlled COVID-19 vaccine, up more than 240,000 doses from a week earlier. The state’s snapshot of progress in administering vaccines also showed that 214,050 people have gotten their first dose of a two-shot series, with 49,604 people having completed the two shots….

Wisconsin DNR Resists Starting Wolf Hunt Immediately

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is pushing back against Republican legislators seeking to implement a wolf hunting season immediately. The DNR held three wolf seasons from 2012 to 2014 before a federal judge placed Great Lakes wolves back on the endangered species list. Former President Donald Trump’s administration removed them from the list earlier this…

Stadium Water Seepage Problem Will Take $800,000 Fix

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority will spend $800,000 from a contingency fund to fix a water seepage problem at U.S. Bank Stadium. The authority’s chairman, Michael Vekich, says the repair payment was negotiated with the stadium’s general contractor and was short of the $3.2 million M.A. Mortensen Co. wanted. The $800,000 comes from a contingency fund created…

Midday Update 1-22-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, Jan. 22, 2021

January 22, 2021

Brett Scott,

FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson provide a look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Jan. 22, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Local News, midday update, News, ryan johnson

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, January 22

January 22, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 1,525 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Friday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 452,268 in the state. Health officials also reported 21 news deaths bringing the death total to 6,032 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 6,289,662 tests have been completed to date. There…

Hank Aaron, Baseball’s One-Time Home Run King, Dies at 86

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

ATLANTA (AP) – The baseball great and one-time home run king Hank Aaron has died. The Atlanta Braves said he died peacefully in his sleep early Friday. No cause was given. Aaron endured racist threats with stoic dignity during his pursuit of Babe Ruth but went on to break the career home run record in the pre-steroids era. “Hammerin’ Hank”…

Nearly $1B Mega Millions Prize Due to Long Odds, Slow Sales

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The jackpot for the Mega Millions lottery game has grown to nearly $1 billion ahead of Friday night’s drawing after more than four months without a winner. That record drought is thanks to bad luck, poor odds, and reduced play partially blamed on the coronavirus pandemic. It’s only the third time a lottery jackpot has…

Ban on Facial Recognition Technology Advances in Minneapolis

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A proposal to ban the use of facial recognition technology by Minneapolis police and other city departments is advancing. The technology has raised concerns by some who worry it could be a dangerous step toward a surveillance state where people’s movements are tracked the moment they leave their homes. The technology uses machine learning algorithms to automatically…

Morning Update 1-22-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, Jan. 22, 2021

January 22, 2021

Brett Scott,

FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson provide a look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Jan. 22, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, ryan johnson

McConnell Seeks to Push Trump Impeachment Trial to February

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell wants to postpone Donald Trump’s impeachment trial. McConnell on Thursday proposed delaying the trial until February to give the former president time to prepare and review his case. The idea could appeal to some Senate Democrats, who are eager to spend time confirming President Joe Biden’s Cabinet nominees. The House impeached Trump…

Biden Halts Border Wall Building After Trump’s Final Surge

January 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

SAN DIEGO (AP) — President Joe Biden has ordered a “pause” on all border wall construction, one of 17 executive orders issued his first day in office. The move leaves billions of dollars in unfinished work under contract after his predecessor, Donald Trump, worked feverishly to successfully build 450 miles. A Senate aide tells The Associated Press that the government…

Biden Administration Making Effort To Improve Environment Policies

January 21, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s the second day in office for President Biden and he’s already making an impact signing numerous executive orders in his first 48 hours. Soon he could have his eyes set on the great lakes. Northland environmental experts hope addressing climate change remains one of President Biden’s top priorities, they would like to see several regulations return…

Snow Sculpture Appears Near Bent Paddle, More to Follow in Lincoln Park

January 21, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Some sculptors are getting to work transforming giant boxes of snow into artwork around Lincoln Park. It’s part of the neighborhood’s Snow Sculpture Festival. This one is located just across the street from Bent Paddle Brewing. The sculptor is calling his work Be Brave inspired by yesterday’s inauguration. “He’s making a big megaphone kind of thing that you…

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Will Move into Next Wave of Vaccinations Next Week

January 21, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

MADISON, Wis.– In Wisconsin, the state gave out over 22,000 shots in the last 24 hours, their single largest day so far as the state continues their vaccination efforts. Wisconsin has now administered over 285,000 COVID-19 vaccines over the last month in phase 1-A. Now, they’re looking to take the next step. Governor Tony Evers announced that Wisconsin will move…

Zeitgeist Reopens Bar For Limited Indoor Dining

"I'm so excited to have people in here to make this place feel alive again. I think it's going to be really heartwarming," said Robert Lee, the owner of the pop-up restaurant Gumbo Boi.

January 21, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many bars and restaurants have struggled to stay afloat during the pandemic. Zeitgeist is now welcoming customers back to test out demand for indoor dining with plans to fully reopen in the future. The Zeitgeist Arts Café shut its doors in August as a response to the financial troubles caused by the pandemic. Now the café’s bar…

Duluth Transit Authority Proposes To Reduce Bus Fares

The DTA will be holding a virtual public comment meeting Monday.

January 21, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Transit Authority is looking at possibly reducing bus fares to get more northlanders using the bus. The bus company is proposing to the Duluth City Council to lower pricing for single-day bus passes from $4 to $3. The seven-day pass would also be reduced by $2 and the monthly summer youth pass would go down…

Superior Fire Department Receives Donation for Ice Rescue Suits

With a generous gift from Husky Energy, the Superior Fire Department is now equipped with four brand new ice rescue suits.

January 21, 2021

Jane Kim,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – With a generous gift from Husky Energy, the Superior Fire Department is now equipped with four brand new ice rescue suits. Husky Refinery had reached out to the fire department at the end of last year, asking about making a donation to help out with some winter gear. The refinery gave $2,500 for the new suits, which…

Vaccine Distribution Continues, St. Louis County Moves Ahead with Phase 1a

St. Louis County Public Health along with area health facilities plans to move on from its phase 1a vaccination plans by the end of the month.

January 21, 2021

Jane Kim,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – St. Louis County Public Health along with area health facilities plans to move on from its phase 1a vaccination plans by the end of the month. There is a strong push to get through phase 1a to move onto 1b, which includes the 65 plus population. Phase 1 A includes people in skilled nursing facilities, along…

Health Experts Blame Rapid Expansion for Vaccine Shortages

January 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP) – Public health experts are blaming COVID-19 vaccine shortages around the U.S. in part on the Trump administration’s push to get states to vastly expand their vaccination drives to reach the nation’s estimated 54 million people age 65 and over. The push that began over a week ago has not been accompanied by enough doses to meet demand, leading…

St. Luke’s to Open COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

January 21, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s announced on Thursday that its COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic will soon be opening at the hospital. The clinic is set to tentatively open in early February for patients 65 and older. According to a recent press release, the clinic’s hours will be Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The COVID-19 Clinic will offer…

Judge Denies Request to Delay Cop’s Trial in Floyd’s Death

January 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota judge says he won’t reconsider his decision to hold a March trial for the former Minneapolis police officer who held his knee to George Floyd’s neck as the man said he couldn’t breathe. Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill ruled this month that Derek Chauvin will stand trial beginning March 8, as scheduled, and will be…

Duluth Police Department Welcome K9 Athena

January 21, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has added a new member to the team, K9 Athena. K9 Athena is a Dutch Shepherd and is the half-sister of K9 Luna. The police department says Athena’s handler is Officer Kaase who has been with the department for 6 years, first as a patrol officer and now as an HRA investigator. Officer…

Third of Wisconsin Police in Survey Report No Body Cameras

January 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – More than a third of Wisconsin law enforcement agencies that responded to a new survey said they don’t use body cameras. The state Department of Justice released findings Thursday from a survey of 553 agencies conducted in November. Of the 434 agencies who responded to the request, 160 said they do not use body cameras. Another…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, January 21

January 21, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 1,292 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Thursday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 450,762 in the state. Health officials also reported 32 news deaths bringing the death total to 6,011 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 6,247,442 tests have been completed to date. There…

Barnum High School Basketball Coach Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct

January 21, 2021

Site Staff,

BARNUM, Minn. – A Barnum High School girls basketball coach has been arrested and charged with three counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct. Andrew John Palmer, 33, of Moose Lake, was formally charged Thursday for engaging in sexual contact with a 17-year-old basketball player while he was her coach. According to the criminal complaint, one of the girl’s parents contacted…

Midday Update 1-21-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021

January 21, 2021

Brett Scott,

FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama provide a look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News

Ledgerock Grille at Larsmont Cottages Features New Dessert Menu Ahead of Valentine’s Day

Cooking Connection: Brown Butter Tart with Lemon Curd

January 21, 2021

Brett Scott,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Ledgerock Grille at Larsmont Cottages has a new, redesigned dessert menu to please any customer who walks through the door. In this week’s segment, Chef Richard Selz prepares a Brown Butter Tart with Lemon Curd. Brown Butter Tart Dough 6 oz butter ½ c. lightly packed brown sugar 1…