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Local Organization Makes Holiday Wish List for Guests

As the holidays are fast approaching, many local organizations have started programs with the aim of giving back to the community.

November 11, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – As the holidays are fast approaching, many local organizations have started programs with the aim of giving back to the community. Safe Haven in Duluth, which serves as a shelter for abuse victims, has a wish list to provide gifts and things for their guests. This year, Safe Haven is looking for gift cards from major retailers…

Bong Center Hosts Veterans Day Event

The Veterans Day ceremony looked a little bit different this year in Superior due to the pandemic, but that didn’t stop Northlanders from honoring those who have served.

November 11, 2020

Jane Kim,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Veterans Day ceremony looked a little bit different this year in Superior due to the pandemic, but that didn’t stop Northlanders from honoring those who have served. Handfuls of vets gathered at the flagpole at the Bong Center as they were asked to wear masks and practice social distancing for a remembrance ceremony, commemorating veterans and…

Glidden Man Charged With Forgery, Theft From VFW and American Legion Posts

November 11, 2020

Site Staff,

GLIDDEN, Wis. – According to the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, charges have been filed against a 55-year-old Glidden man for multiple counts of forgery and theft from the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion posts in Glidden. Authorities say Michael Schwilk was arrested on October 14 for seven counts of felony theft, 10 counts of felony forgery, and four…

Mayo Says Beds Full in Northwest Region of Wisconsin

November 11, 2020

The Associated Press,

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) — Mayo Clinic Health System says its hospitals in the northwest region of Wisconsin are full to capacity. System officials say 100% of their beds are full at hospitals in the region, which encompasses Barron, Bloomer, Eau Claire, Osseo, and Menomonie. Eighty-three patients have COVID-19, WQOW-TV reported. “The public urgently needs to treat COVID-19 as the health…

Man Injured in Superior Stabbing Incident

November 11, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – One man is recovering at a local hospital following an altercation between two men that resulted in one of the men being stabbed multiple times, according to police. Officers were called to a private residence around 10 p.m. Tuesday on the 1900 block of Broadway. When police arrived at the scene they found a man with multiple…

Vikings Bar Fans From Final Games as Virus Deaths Hit Record

November 11, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have given up on trying to host larger crowds and said Wednesday that the team will close the remaining home games to fans, as the state blew past its record for new deaths in a day. The Vikings said in a statement that while players, coaches, and staff have missed the energy and passion…

Midday Update 11-11-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020

November 11, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, November 11

November 11, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 194,570 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 56 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,754 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 3,179,872 tests have been completed to date. There are 157,164 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 12,151 patients have required hospitalization…

Nominations for ‘Best Christmas Ever’ Nearing Final Deadline

Nominations For the 2020 'Best Christmas Ever' Will Close Sunday, Nov. 15

November 11, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nominations for this year’s Best Christmas Ever are coming to a close. Northlanders have until Sunday, Nov. 15 to nominate a family in need this holiday season. Don Liimatainen, founder of Best Christmas Ever, says the organization plans to surpass its goal of helping more than 150 families this year. Each year from Sept. 1 – Nov….

Walz Says Minnesota Will Report a Record 56 COVID-19 Deaths

November 11, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health officials will report a record of 56 new deaths from COVID-19 when they release updated figures Wednesday, Gov. Tim Walz said. Walz told Minnesota Public Radio the daily report will also show positivity rates above 20%, an important measure of how fast the disease is spreading. The 7-day rolling average of the positivity rate in Minnesota has…

Lake County Sheriff’s Department Welcomes K9 Arrow

K9 Arrow Works With His Handler, Lake County Sheriff's Deputy Jack Dietz

November 11, 2020

Brett Scott,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – After nearly 10 years of taking the hard road in many cases, the road is now a lot smoother looking ahead for the Lake County Sheriff’s Department. The law enforcement team recently welcomed a new four-legged enforcer, K9 Arrow. “He’s kind of — the best way to describe it is a very active kid,” said Deputy…

Morning Update 11-11-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020

November 11, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News

Us Hits Record COVID-19 Hospitalizations Amid Virus Surge

November 11, 2020

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. has hit a record number of coronavirus hospitalizations and surpassed 1 million new confirmed cases in just the first 10 days of November. Newly confirmed infections in the U.S. were running at all-time highs of well over 100,000 per day, pushing the total to more than 10 million and eclipsing 1 million since Halloween….

10 Inches of Snow in Minnesota, Damaging Winds in Wisconsin

November 11, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A November storm has dumped as much as 10 inches of snow in Minnesota and whipped up damaging winds in Wisconsin where tens of thousands were left without power. The Minnesota State Patrol handled hundreds of crashes and spinouts as snow piled up late Tuesday. Between 4:30 and 9:30 p.m., troopers responded to 176 crashes, 156 vehicles…

Tough Road Ahead After Gov. Walz’s New Restrictions, Local Bars Say

The restrictions limit bars and restaurants to below 50% capacity with no more than 150 people total, with mandatory closure 10p-4a.

November 11, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz turned the dial back Tuesday, with new COVID-19 restrictions on social gatherings and bars and restaurants in particular. Some local bar owners and staff throughout Duluth spoke out. Gov. Walz says these rules are because 71% of COVID cases from June to November were spread through private social gatherings, weddings, funerals, and bars. In…

Superior Police Work to Mitigate COVID-19 Exposure Within Department

To date, six officers have tested positive since March and only one officer is in quarantine awaiting test results.

November 10, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Police Department is also dealing with COVID-19 exposures within its department of 65 officers and staff. To date, six officers have tested positive since March and only one officer is in quarantine awaiting test results. Assistant Chief John Kiel told FOX 21 most officers have a take-home vehicle and are encouraged to spend as little time…

Duluth Police Dept. Switches To COVID-19 Emergency Schedule

November 10, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is switching to a COVID-19 emergency patrol schedule to allow for a built-in quarantine period. Officers will now work five-day, 12-hour shifts with 10 days off. Investigative staff will be on rotating shifts to serve as back-up for patrol. As of Tuesday night, 27 employees were in quarantine for being exposed to the…

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Advising Citizens Stay Home

Tuesday, Wisconsin reported more than 7,000 cases and 66 deaths.

November 10, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

MADISON, Wis. – The state of Wisconsin has seen more than 25,000 new virus cases just since Friday and Tuesday, Governor Evers pleaded with citizens to take proper precautions. In a primetime address, Governor Evers called for unity and working together in response to the pandemic. Wednesday, Wisconsin reported more than 7,000 cases and 66 deaths. Gov. Evers announced an…

Cloquet’s Community Memorial Hospital in Danger of Overflow

Also, an election judge at Ward 1 voting location at Journey Church has tested positive for COVID-19. All election workers have been contacted, but if anyone who voted there starts showing symptoms they should call their doctor.

November 10, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The city of Cloquet announced its COVID positivity rate has reached greater than 5 percent. Meanwhile, an election judge at Ward 1 voting location at Journey Church has tested positive for COVID-19. All election workers have been contacted, but if anyone who voted there starts showing symptoms they should call their doctor. A doctor at Cloquet’s Community…

American Red Cross Hosting Veterans Day Blood Drive At Amsoil Arena

November 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Every year, the American Red Cross hosts a Veteran’s Day blood drive. On Tuesday, the organization kicked off the two-day event taking place at Amsoil Arena in Duluth. the American Red Cross is partnering with the umd athletics department and Affinity Credit Union to host the event. Traditionally as winter gets closer, the group usually sees a…

Gales of November Fundraiser Begins Today

On the 45th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, the gales of November Fundraiser will still be happening this week but virtually.

November 10, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – On the 45th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, the gales of November Fundraiser will still be happening this week but virtually. The event is the biggest fundraiser for the Lake Superior Maine Museum Association and this year, through November 14th, the association will be presenting maritime history and stories from around the country online….

November Is Adopt A Senior Pet Month

November 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – If you’ve been thinking about welcoming a new furry friend into your home, this month might be the perfect time to do it. November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. The national month observation is dedicated to helping older pets find their forever homes. Senior animals are typically looked over because many are facing health challenges. A…

Gov. Tim Walz Announces More Severe Restrictions on Restaurants, Bars, and Social Gatherings

The Minnesota Department of Health says Northeastern Minnesota only has 11 critical care beds available right now with 96 in use.

November 10, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

ST. Paul, Minn. – The message was clear from Governor Tim Walz on Tuesday, Minnesota is in the midst of a significant surge and measures need to be taken to not further overwhelm hospitals, schools, and workplaces. “Making some of these smart choices will make a difference it will save people’s lives it will keep people out of the hospital…

Flu Shot Could Be Linked To Helping Protect Against COVID-19

Although there is a link, experts say more research needs to be done.

November 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – A flu shot could potentially serve a stronger purpose this year other than just shielding you from the influenza virus. Researchers are now looking into the possibility of the flu shot also helping protect some people from catching severe cases of COVID-19. The likelihood of the Influenza vaccination providing protection against COVID-19 shows promise, but knowing for…

Staffing Needed at New Warming Center in Duluth

As the temperatures dip, a new warming center is set to open in Duluth at the Tri-Towers Rainbow Center and now more paid staffing is needed at the site.

November 10, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. -As the temperatures dip, a new warming center is set to open in Duluth at the Tri Towers Rainbow Center and now more paid staffing is needed at the site. There was an 18% increase in unsheltered homelessness in St. Louis County between 2019 and 2020. To help combat this, partners like CHUM, the City of Duluth, and…

Hermantown Students Grades 5 to 12 Will Switch to Distance Learning

Hermantown schools join a growing list of districts switching to a distance learning model as they continue to battle COVID-19 outbreaks.

November 10, 2020

Jane Kim,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown schools join a growing list of districts switching to a distance learning model as they continue to battle COVID-19 outbreaks. Beginning next Monday, the district’s students in grades 5 to 12 will switch to a distance learning model while other students will remain hybrid. At the end of the day yesterday, there were 20 staff members…

Duluth Public Schools to Make Switch to Distance Learning Next Week

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools will be shifting to a full distance learning model and pausing in-person athletics and activities through December 13 starting next week. On Tuesday, the announcement was made that due to increasing COVID rates in the area elementary students will begin distance learning starting next Thursday. The district’s middle and high schools are already in…

Watch Live: Gov. Tim Walz Announces New Virus Rules on Bars and Restaurants

November 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota bars and restaurants must stop serving at 10 p.m. and attendance at weddings, funeral and social gatherings will be limited under new restrictions Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday to try to slow the accelerating spread of the coronavirus. Sounding the most ominous tones he has used in months, Walz warned in a statewide address that Minnesota…

Mother Admits to Drinking, Looking at Phone Before Crash that Killed 3-Year-Old

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The mother of the child killed in a single-vehicle crash in Cloquet Sunday afternoon told police she had been drinking and looking at the GPS on her cellphone prior to the crash that killed her son and injured her 5-year-old daughter. According to police, Misty Louise Mattinas, 26, of Onamia, Minnesota has been charged with criminal vehicular…

Hermantown Governmental Services Building Closes to Public

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

(City of Hermantown) HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The Hermantown Governmental Services Building has closed to the public due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in the area as well as an increase in the number of members of City staff and the Hermantown Police Department exposed to the virus. The Hermantown Governmental Services Building houses City Hall, the Hermantown Police Department, and…

Wisconsin Gov. Evers Plans Evening Address on COVID-19

November 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: WI Dept of Health Services via AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers plans to livestream an address on COVID-19 in Wisconsin Tuesday evening as the state set new daily records for infections and deaths. The address, to be streamed on the governor’s Facebook and YouTube pages at 6:05 p.m., comes as the disease continues to surge across…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, November 10

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 189,681 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 23 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,698 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 3,179,872 tests have been completed to date. There are 153,347 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 11,933 patients have required hospitalization…

Midday Update 11-10-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020

November 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News

Former Hermantown Teacher Sentenced for Sexual Assault of Student

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A former Hermantown Middle School teacher charged with fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct for having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old high school student last year has been sentenced. Madeleine Schmaltz, 30, received sentencing of three years of supervised probation after pleading guilty to the felony charge in September. According to the criminal complaint, a mandated reporter contacted…

Walz to Impose New COVID-19 Restrictions on Bars, Restaurants, Social Gatherings

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will announce significant new COVID-19 restrictions on bars and restaurants, weddings and funerals, and private gatherings Tuesday, according to sources. The new restrictions come as Minnesota is experiencing an explosion of COVID-19 across the state, with daily case counts, hospitalizations, and deaths at their highest point since the onset of the pandemic….

Superior’s Richard I. Bong Museum to Honor Veterans with Ceremony Wednesday

The Bong Museum will Host a Series of Events on Veterans Day with COVID-19 Precautions in Place

November 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – On Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Northland will honor our nation’s veterans despite COVID-19 concerns. A special flag remembrance ceremony kicking off Veterans Day in the Twin Ports will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center. The event is in collaboration with American Legion Post 435. The ceremony will be held outside…

Morning Update 11-10-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020

November 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News

Ulta to Open Beauty Shops at 100 Target Stores in 2021

November 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — The nation’s largest beauty chain has a deal to place shops in more than 100 Target stores by mid-2021. Ulta Beauty and Target said Tuesday that the shops will be located next to Target’s existing beauty sections. The financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. The partnership comes as the coronavirus pandemic has upended shopping habits….

Ellsworth, Minneapolis St. Paul Are ‘Red’ Air Force Bases

November 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota and the Minneapolis St. Paul Air Reserve Base in Minnesota are among nine U.S. Air Force bases in the world that have been categorized as a “red” installation due to the rise of active COVID-19 cases in areas surrounding the bases. The red categorization means any civilian or…

Duluth Council Approves DEDA Reserve for Kozy Fix-Up, Funding Request for Lasting Warming/Hygiene Facility

A resolution calling for part of Duluth's CARES Act money for the multi-year warming center/hygiene facility, and one for DEDA's money in case a court orders action on the Kozy.

November 9, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Monday the Duluth City Council unanimously passed two resolutions involving federal funding for a multi-year warming shelter and hygiene facility, and DEDA funding in case a court asks the city to work on the run-down Kozy Bar and Apartments Building. All councilors approved a resolution from Councilors Roz Randorf and Vice President Renee Van Nett calling for…

Damiano Center’s Free Store Reopens

The Free Store is open at the Damiano Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

November 9, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Damiano Center in Duluth has reopened its Free Store for those in need after closing for a period of time during the pandemic. The store provides a variety of donated items for anyone in need to take. As a safety precaution, only two people are allowed in the store at a time. Also, each person is…

COVID-19 Spike Forcing Duluth Edison Charter Schools To Go Virtual

November 9, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Edison Charter Schools has announced it’s switching to distance learning Tuesday for grades K through 5. The county’s COVID-19 spike has led to a large scale quarantine of students and staff, which Duluth Edison says is “crippling” their ability to provide in-person schooling. Distance learning is expected to continue until at least the end of the…

Grocery Stores Put Together Thanksgiving Meal Kits

With Thanksgiving nearing, grocery stores are putting together meal kits for the holiday for customers.

November 9, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – With Thanksgiving nearing, grocery stores are putting together meal kits for the holiday for customers. Staff at Mount Royal on Woodland Avenue say they are expecting more demand for their meal kits this year because of the pandemic and have prepared by increasing their products by 30%. The meal kits consist of items like a 10 to…

Rapid-Result Antigen Testing Comes to UWS

The nasal antigen tests are done by the patient after with supervision by medical professionals and results come back in 15 minutes.

November 9, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A free rapid-result antigen testing site is now open at University of Wisconsin-Superior for any resident of Minnesota or Wisconsin regardless of symptoms. The nasal antigen tests are done by the patient after with supervision by medical professionals and results come back in 15 minutes. If a person tests positive they’ll then get a standard back-of-the-nose test…

Superior Fire Department Combatting COVID With Enhanced Procedures

Firefighters spend 24-hour shifts together and over the course, they wear masks, social distance, and sleep in bunks that are decontaminated after the last person slept there.

November 9, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Since the start of the pandemic, the Superior Fire Department has tallied three firefighters testing positive for COVID-19 and none have experienced significant health issues as a result. Chief Scott Gordon says those cases were contained and not spread to other members of the department. “We now know we cannot keep COVID-19 out of our department now…

Gun and Liquor Sales Spike Over Election Weekend

Some were stocking up on guns and champagne as the process played out.

November 9, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn- It’s been a highly emotional election season. As election results played out over the weekend some types of businesses in the Northland, like liquor stores and gun shops, saw a spike in sales. Strong feelings have been common with many people anxiously waiting for news about the presidential election results. Some were stocking up on certain items as…

During Pandemic, Unique Take on Restaurant Week

Duluth restaurant week is continuing in the area right now, but with the pandemic still going on, it looks a little bit different this year.

November 9, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth restaurant week is continuing in the area right now, but with the pandemic still going on, it looks a little bit different this year. Handfuls of area restaurants are participating in this year’s unique restaurant week and it goes to show that even during uncertain times, the industry is resilient and ready to serve customers. Happening…

Depot Kicks off Campaign for Arts, Culture, and History Organizations

The Depot has started a fundraiser called the Depot United Campaign for those that call the Depot home, including the Minnesota Ballet, the Duluth Playhouse, and the Lake Superior Railroad Museum.

November 9, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many organizations have been hit hard by the pandemic, including the Depot. It has started a fundraiser called the Depot United Campaign for those that call the Depot home, including the Minnesota Ballet, the Duluth Playhouse, and the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Ken Buehler, the chair of the Depot United Campaign, says the key to a thriving…

Superior Man Dies in Single Vehicle Crash

November 9, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A 37-year-old Superior man died Sunday night in a single-vehicle rollover crash according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say the accident happened around 11:21 p.m. on USH 53 at the USH 2 interchange in Amnicon Township. The victim, identified as Craig P. Gotelaere, of Superior, was the lone occupant and driver in the crash. Authorities…

Former Duluth Chamber of Commerce Accountant Charged With Theft Ordered to Pay Restitution

November 9, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The former Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Accountant charged with theft by swindle of more than $235,000 from the Chamber was sentenced Monday and ordered to pay restitution. Jesse Frye,40, received a sentence of 3 years probation, 90 hours of community service, and will need to pay restitution as part of his plea agreement. Frye had previously…