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Four More Vaccination Sites To Open In Wisconsin Including In Douglas County

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers says the Douglas County site will be split with Barron County.

February 23, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. – Wisconsin is set to open four more vaccination clinics across the state including one in Douglas County. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers says the Douglas County site will be split with Barron County. Those sites are expected to open within the next two months. On Tuesday, Evers said although case numbers are down, we are not out…

70-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck By Hit-And-Run Driver

Victim was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.

February 23, 2021

Dan Hanger,

RICE LAKE, Minn. – A pedestrian was fighting for her life Tuesday night after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Rice Lake. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the 70-year-old woman was struck by an SUV around 4:30 p.m. on the 5000 block of Arnold Road. She was hospitalized with a life-threatening head injury. The 33-year-old male driver…

Hayward Businesses Prepare for the Unknown as Birkie Week Begins

Participants of The 2021 American Birkebeiner Can Choose to Participate In-Person or Virtually

February 23, 2021

Brett Scott,

HAYWARD, Wis. – During an average year, the American Birkebeiner welcomes over 10,000 participants from around the world to the town of Hayward and surrounding communities. However, the COVID-19 pandemic is putting a damper on the normalcy of this year’s event. Not only are the participants feeling the impact, but local businesses are also adjusting to the new reality. “We…

Mobile Market Coming to Northland

Whether it be grains, dairy, or canned goods, a new mobile market will be delivering goods in a refrigerated truck to locations throughout Duluth.

February 23, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Whether it be grains, dairy, or canned goods, a new mobile market will be delivering goods in a refrigerated truck to locations throughout Duluth. Community Action Duluth is opening the market in order to meet the needs of food insecurity in the area. The market will be visiting Morgan Park, Lincoln Park, and Harbor Highlands and include…

Former Duluth City Attorney Gunnar Johnson To Run Iditarod, Runs for Suicide Awareness and Prevention

With the Iditarod coming up in March, one Duluth musher will be running his dogs for suicide awareness.

February 23, 2021

Jane Kim,

ALASKA – With the Iditarod coming up in March, one Duluth musher will be running his dogs for suicide awareness. It was in 2010 when Gunnar Johnson lost his first cousin Benjamin Curry Stassen to suicide. Benjamin was just a 21-year-old junior in college when he had passed away. In remembrance of both his cousin and others who have been…

6-Year-Old Dies, Woman Injured in Cass County Snowmobile Crash

February 23, 2021

Site Staff,

CASS COUNTY, Minn. – According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, a 6-year-old girl died and a 35-year-old woman was injured in a snowmobile crash Monday afternoon. Deputies responded to reports of a snowmobile crash with serious injuries in Gould Township around 3:17 p.m. When responders arrived at the scene they learned that the female and child, both of Federal…

Maurices President, CEO Announces Retirement

February 23, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Tuesday, Maurices president and CEO, George Goldfarb, announced his retirement after 36 years with the company. Goldfarb has accepted the role of Chairman Emeritus for Maurices and will step away from his daily responsibilities. “We are so pleased that George will join Maurice’s Board of Directors. He has spent the last 36 years, 10 of which…

Tiger Woods Injured in Car Accident in Los Angeles

February 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Golf star Tiger Woods was injured Tuesday in a vehicle rollover in Los Angeles County, authorities said. Woods had to be extricated from the vehicle with the “jaws of life” tools, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said in a statement. Woods was taken to the hospital with unspecified injuries. The vehicle sustained major damage, the sheriff’s department…

Drug Execs Face Capitol Hill Questions on Vaccine Supply

February 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The top developers of U.S. COVID-19 vaccines are set to face questions from Congress about limited supplies of the shots needed to end the pandemic. The pace of vaccinations is picking up nationwide, but demand for the shots continues to outpace limited supplies distributed by the U.S. government. A House panel will question executives from five companies…

Wisconsin DMV Extends License Renewal for Drivers Age 60 and Over

February 23, 2021

Site Staff,

Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday that the deadline to renew expired driver’s licenses for drivers 60 years of age and over has been extended. The state deadline is now set for May 21, 2021. The extension is due to the continued health risks from COVID-19. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)…

Midday Update 2-23-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021

February 23, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News

Wisconsin to Open 4 More Community-Based Vaccination Clinics

February 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin will open four more community vaccination clinics across the state amid a push to inoculate people for the coronavirus in underserved areas. One clinic is already running in Janesville. Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday that new community clinics will be in La Crosse, Racine, and Marathon counties, with the fourth split between Douglas and Barron…

DNR Plans Early End to Wolf Season Across Most of State

February 23, 2021

Site Staff,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin wildlife officials plan to end the state’s wolf season across most of the state on Wednesday after hunters and trappers filled half of the statewide quota in a little more than 24 hours. The Department of Natural Resources launched the hunt on Monday morning. It’s scheduled to run through Sunday. As of Tuesday morning, hunters…

Nationwide Natural Gas Price Surge Could Show up on Your Gas Bill

February 23, 2021

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – State leaders are hearing from Minnesota utility and energy companies who were hit with millions of dollars in unexpected costs after natural gas prices soared due to bitter cold temperatures throughout much of the country. On Tuesday, energy and utility companies will present in front of the state utility commission, explaining how they were impacted by the natural gas…

Morning Update 2-23-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021

February 23, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News

Hunters, Trappers Kill 52 Wolves in Wisconsin on Opening Day

February 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wolf hunters and trappers filled nearly half of their statewide quota during the first 24 hours of the season, wildlife officials said Tuesday. The Department of Natural Resources launched a week-long wolf hunt on Monday. As of Tuesday morning, hunters and trappers had taken 52 wolves, filling nearly 44% of the 119-animal state quota. The central…

Security Officials to Answer for Jan. 6 Failures at Capitol

February 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is set to hear from former security officials about what went wrong at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. That’s when a violent mob laid siege to the Capitol and interrupted the counting of electoral votes. Three of the four testifying Tuesday resigned under pressure immediately after the attack, including the former head of the Capitol…

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Piedmont Neighborhood

February 23, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break located in the Piedmont neighborhood. The break was reported just before 7:00 a.m. Tuesday at 3217 Celia Street. It is not known at this time how long it will take to fix the break, but crews are working to repair the break and restore water service…

Duluth City Council Approves Adding A Third Deputy Police Chief

The department will reduce one lieutenant position to add a third deputy chief.

February 22, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council has voted unanimously to add a third deputy police chief to its roster through a change of the city’s charter. Police Chief Mike Tusken has said the goal of the re-organized position is to help transform the department while focusing on better policies and community engagement. The death of George Floyd and the…

Duluth Woman Starts Backpack Giveaway To Help Kids In Need

Headphones and duffel bags are on the list of requested donations.

February 22, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth woman is going above and beyond to help children in foster care or experiencing homelessness. Paige Anderson has been collecting donations to fill backpacks for those children in need. Anderson has been a foster mom for about 10 years and has fostered nearly 50 kids over the years. Many of those children came to her…

Duluth Police Partners With Tip 411 To Help People Give Tips Anonymous

The form is filled out online.

February 22, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is partnering with tip 411, which will provide a way for the public to submit tips anonymously. The form is filled out online and asks questions like what happened, where it was seen, and a brief description. You can also attach videos and pictures when making your submission. “We don’t want any barriers….

Two Kids Killed in Saturday Morning House Fire in Minong

February 22, 2021

Site Staff,

MINONG, According to the Washburn County Sheriff’s Office, two children were killed in a Saturday morning house fire in Minong. Fire crews responded to a fire at 6901 Semrad Drive in the township of Minong around 4:45 a.m. Initial reports of the incident stated that a home was on fire and two people were still in the house. When…

Funding Still Needed for Skate Park at Gary New Duluth Recreation Center

A new skate park is coming to the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center.

February 22, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new skate park is coming to the Gary New Duluth Rec Center. Earlier today, large concrete blocks were delivered to the site to help build a 95-foot retaining wall. More than $300,000 have been invested in the skate park, while they need about $350 thousand more to complete the project. “I think people look at this…

Duluth Aging Support Provides Help to Seniors and Caregivers in Northland

A new nonprofit is focusing on helping seniors and their caregivers in the Northland.

February 22, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new nonprofit is focusing on helping seniors and their caregivers in the Northland. Duluth Aging Support provides resources through its website specifically with categories like arts and entertainment, caregiver support, and COVID-19 information. The nonprofit also collaborates with other organizations like Age Well Arrowhead, Family Freedom Center, and Mentor North. Leaders of Duluth Aging Support say…

Wildwoods Continues to Rehabilitate Animals During the Pandemic

Just last week, someone discovered a coyote that was lying on the side of the road, which was hit by a car. The person who discovered it contacted Duluth police who then got in touch with Wildwoods.

February 22, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Despite the pandemic, Wildwoods is continuing to help rehabilitate animals throughout the area. Just last week, someone discovered a coyote that was lying on the side of the road, which was hit by a car. The person who discovered it contacted Duluth police who then got in touch with Wildwoods. While the animal’s pelvis was fractured in…

Wisconsin Reports No COVID-19 Deaths for Second Day in a Row

February 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — No COVID-19 deaths were reported Monday in Wisconsin, marking the first time since early September that the state has had two such days in a row. The last time Wisconsin went two or more days without a single reported death from the coronavirus was the three-day stretch of Sept. 6 through Sept. 8. The state’s seven-day…

Duluth Man Facing Multiples Charges of Fleeing Police

February 22, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man known by law enforcement for his “propensity for fleeing” officers is now facing multiple felony charges after leading police on a pursuit from Superior to Duluth last week. According to reports, Joseph Jeffrey Eastman, 42, had two separate run-ins with Duluth Police over the last two weeks. The first incident took place on February…

Governor Walz Announces 2021 Local Jobs and Projects Plan

February 22, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – On Monday, Governor Tim Walz announced his 2021 Local Jobs and Projects Plan. According to the governor’s office, the plan invests $518.086 million in infrastructure projects across the state to maintain existing buildings, invest in communities, and ensure that the state can leverage available federal funds. Nearly half of the plan will support asset preservation projects…

Water Main Break Reported in the Kenwood Neighborhood

February 22, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Kenwood neighborhood Monday afternoon. The break was reported around 2:16 p.m. and is located at 116 West Cleveland Street. Water has been shut off on West Cleveland Street from Kenwood Avenue to the dead end on Cleveland Street. It is not known at this…

Midday Update 2-22-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, Feb. 22, 2021

February 22, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Feb. 22, 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

Apostle Island Ice Caves Are No-Go Again This Year

February 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

BAYFIELD, Wis. (AP) — The striking ice caves on Lake Superior will not open this season. Officials at northern Wisconsin’s Apostle Islands National Lakeshore say the caves won’t be accessible because of poor ice conditions as well as the coronavirus pandemic. Although it’s been plenty cold the past two weeks, ice coverage on Lake Superior was only about 50 percent…

Wisconsin Opens Early Wolf Hunt After Hunter Group Sued

February 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin wildlife officials have opened an abbreviated wolf season. The hunt got underway Monday across six management zones and is slated to run through Sunday. The kill limit is 200 animals, which means some zones could close early as hunters near the limit. The Trump administration removed wolves from the federal endangered species list in January,…

Duluth Playhouse Welcoming In-Person Audience For The First Time In Months

'Charlotte's Web' will Take Center Stage Starting Saturday, Feb. 27

February 22, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began, excitement is bursting through the curtains at the Duluth Playhouse. The facility will welcome an in-person audience starting Saturday, Feb. 27 with the production of Charlotte’s Web. The production is taking place Feb. 27 – 28, and again during the first weekend in March. Showtimes are at 1:00…

Twins Lay Plans to Host Fans at Target Field Despite Virus

February 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — While the Minnesota Twins are working out in Florida, the club back in Minneapolis is laying plans to bring twins back to Target Field this season. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports the team is hoping to persuade state officials that they can safely host about 10,000 fans, or about 25% of the park’s capacity, for each game….

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Piedmont Neighborhood

February 22, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Piedmont neighborhood Monday morning. The break was reported around 9:13 a.m. and is located at 2511 Morris Thomas Road. Water has been shut off to nine houses and a church in that area. It is not known at this time how long it will…

Supreme Court Won’t Halt Turnover of Trump’s Tax Records

February 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a significant defeat for former President Donald Trump, the Supreme Court has declined to step in to halt the turnover of his tax records to a New York state prosecutor. The court’s action Monday is the apparent culmination of a lengthy legal battle that had already reached the high court once before. Trump’s tax records are…

Morning Update 2-22-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, Feb. 22, 2021

February 22, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Feb. 22, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update

Multiple Fire Crews Battle Late Night Iron Range Fire

February 22, 2021

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Facebook/Northland FireWire) HIBBING, Minn. – According to the Northland FireWire, eight fire departments responded to a fire that broke out at an industrial building in Hibbing Sunday night. The fire was reported around 8:15 p.m. in the 1900 black of 1st Avenue. First crews at the scene reported seeing smoke and flames coming from the large building. Crews from…

Phase 4 Lakewalk Reconstruction, Police Opioid Officer on Duluth Council Agenda Monday

The tail end of Lakewalk Reconstruction and new initiatives to combat the opioid epidemic are on the docket.

February 21, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The end is in sight for Duluth’s Lakewalk Reconstruction Project as Duluth City Council will look at designs for Phase 4. They’ll also vote on changes to the Duluth Police Department, including adding a civilian opioid officer position. On Monday Council will look at design work for Phase 4 of rebuilding Duluth’s Lakewalk primarily behind the DECC, after…

Weekend Weather Turns Glensheen Mansion Into Winter Wonderland

February 21, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– While the calendar may say February, it looks like Christmas time out here at the Glensheen Mansion. The warmer weather and a fresh coat of snow turned the mansion into a winter wonderland on Sunday. The weather led to one of their busiest weekends since reopening one month ago. “What do you know, once it warms up here…

Moving and Storing Covid-19 Vaccine Remains Big Priority for St. Louis County, Local Hospitals

February 21, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

NORTHLAND– As vaccine rollout continues, storage and handling of doses remains crucial to avoid batches from being wasted. St. Louis County Public Health and other health care organizations receive a new shipment of vaccines every Tuesday from the Minnesota Department of Health and the CDC. Doses are kept in specialized coolers with temperature gauges and data loggers to constantly track…

Snowmobile Accident Kills Man In Iron County

February 21, 2021

Dan Hanger,

TOWN OF KNIGHT, Wis. – A 51-year-old man is dead after a snowmobile accident in the Town of Knight, which is in Iron County, Wisconsin. The Sheriff’s Office said the snowmobile left Duck Lake Road and struck a tree. The accident was reported around 11:15 p.m. Saturday. The name of the victim was not immediately released. Categories: News, News –…

Aerial Lift Bridge Maintenance Work This Week

February 21, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Routine maintenance work on the Aerial Life Bridge will continue Monday, Feb. 22 and run through Thursday, Feb. 25. Traffic across the bridge will be limited to one lane at times. Crews will be working in 10-hour shifts to complete the job as soon as possible to minimize the number of disruptions to neighboring communities, according to…

Appeals Court Denies DNR Request To Stop Wisconsin Wolf Hunt

February 21, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The Wisconsin Court of Appeals has dismissed a Department of Natural Resources request to stop the wolf hunt, which is scheduled to begin next week. The DNR was appealing a court order that requires a hunt this month. But the appeals court says that the order was not a final judgment, so the appellate court has…

Wisconsin Lists No Virus Deaths For 1st Time Since September

February 21, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – The daily update on COVID-19 numbers posted by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services listed no deaths for the first time since late September. Health officials on Sunday confirmed 403 new cases, the lowest count since 324 positive tests were registered in late June. The new case average continued its decline with a mark of 610, the…

Minnesota Public School Enrollment Drops 2% Amid Pandemic

February 21, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Public school enrollment in Minnesota has dropped by about 17,000 students as families turned to home schooling, private schools and delaying entry into kindergarten amid the pandemic. The figures from the Minnesota Department of Education represented a 2% drop. Because of the per-pupil formula the state uses to allocate school funding, that aid will drop by about…

RJ Sport And Cycle Hosts First Annual Boat Show

Their supply of boats are typically showcased during the yearly boat show at the DECC, but the pandemic forced RJ Sport and Cycle to host their own.

February 20, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn – RJ Sport and Cycle in Hermantown is helping boat enthusiasts fantasize about warmer weather and spending time out on the water. The shop hosted its first annual boat show. Their supply of boats are typically showcased during the yearly boat show at the DECC, but the pandemic forced RJ Sport and Cycle to host their own. A…

Classic Snowmobiles Ride Again For 23rd Annual Fish Lake Classic Snowmobile Challenge

February 20, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

FISH LAKE, Minn.– Out here on Fish Lake some snowmobilers are breaking out their classic rides. “Just a great day to be outside actually, the sun’s out, it’s warming up, weather should be good,” said organizer Chris Chesney. “Couldn’t ask for a nicer day for the ride.” Saturday’s 23rd annual Fish Lake Classic Snowmobile Challenge featured hundreds of snowmobiles from…

Families Search for Hidden Yeti at Duluth Park

February 20, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– It was a perfect day for families in Duluth to head to city parks to hunt for some yeti’s as part of this year’s Cold Front activities. A cardboard cut-out yeti was hidden in one Duluth park for families to find clues to find him were put out on the Parks and Recreation Facebook page leading participants to…

Free Car Raffled Off as Part of Duluth Amateur Hockey Association Fundraiser

February 20, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– One fan walked from Denfeld versus International Falls boy’s hockey game this afternoon with a new car. The Duluth Amateur Hockey Association held their third 3rd annual raffle during the 2nd intermission. The grand prize drawing a 2020 Ford Escape donated by North Star Ford. It goes to the winner who is all the way out in Colorado….

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Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers says the Douglas County site will be split with Barron County.

Victim was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.

Participants of The 2021 American Birkebeiner Can Choose to Participate In-Person or Virtually

Whether it be grains, dairy, or canned goods, a new mobile market will be delivering goods in a refrigerated truck to locations throughout Duluth.

With the Iditarod coming up in March, one Duluth musher will be running his dogs for suicide awareness.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021

The department will reduce one lieutenant position to add a third deputy chief.

Headphones and duffel bags are on the list of requested donations.

The form is filled out online.

A new skate park is coming to the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center.

A new nonprofit is focusing on helping seniors and their caregivers in the Northland.

Just last week, someone discovered a coyote that was lying on the side of the road, which was hit by a car. The person who discovered it contacted Duluth police who then got in touch with Wildwoods.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, Feb. 22, 2021

'Charlotte's Web' will Take Center Stage Starting Saturday, Feb. 27

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, Feb. 22, 2021

The tail end of Lakewalk Reconstruction and new initiatives to combat the opioid epidemic are on the docket.

Their supply of boats are typically showcased during the yearly boat show at the DECC, but the pandemic forced RJ Sport and Cycle to host their own.

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