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American Red Cross Experiencing Blood Shortage

This has left certain blood types with only a day's worth of supply when the red cross usually has around a five-day supply.

October 11, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The American Red Cross Continues to see a blood shortage. Even though they typically see a rebound in the fall season following a slow summer this year there has been a lack of high school and college blood drives throughout the Northland. This has left certain blood types with only a day’s worth of supply when the…

Duluth Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day

"We just picked up the momentum and kept going. I think this is the biggest turnout we've ever had," Sandman says.

October 11, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — “It was incredible. It was amazing. And this family we have here is just beautiful to watch the mom and the dad intact and teaching their boys the traditional ways,” Duluth Indigenous Commission Chair, Babette Sandman says. Indigenous community members came to Duluth city hall to help commemorate the day also known as Columbus Day. “Seeing him…

Minnesota Clinic Shooting Brings Premeditated Murder Charge

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

BUFFALO, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota man accused of killing a staff member at a medical clinic and wounding four others during a February shooting is now facing an upgraded murder charge. A grand jury indicted Gregory Ulrich with one count of first-degree premeditated murder. He’s also charged with four counts of first-degree attempted murder in the shooting at the…

Gender-Neutral Toy Sections To Be Required in California Stores

October 11, 2021

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Large stores in California will be required to create a section for gender-neutral children’s toys. Gov. Newsom signed a bill into law Saturday that orders stores with at least 500 employees to maintain gender-neutral sections. The requirement is the first of its kind in the United States, the Associated Press reported. The law does not ban the…

Evers Issues Formal Apology for Indian Boarding Schools

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Steve Apps/Wisconsin State Journal via AP, File) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has issued a formal apology for Wisconsin’s role in Native American boarding schools, joining with leaders from the state’s tribes at an Indigenous Peoples Day event. Evers signed an executive order on Monday that also formally supported the previously announced U.S. Department of Interior investigation…

Midday Update 10-11-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, October 11, 2021

October 11, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, October 11, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, Sam Gabrielli

Northland Native Releasing New Book After Battle With Breast Cancer

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 11, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – One Northland woman is using this Breast Cancer Awareness Month to reach out to others and share her story of survival, healing, and learning. In 2015, Natalie Zeleznikar was 48 when she was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer. She’s now 55 and continues to heal mentally, physically, and spiritually. “I had no breast cancer in my…

Parent Sues Wisconsin School District After Child Contracts COVID-19

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) – A parent has sued a southeastern Wisconsin school district after her son contracted COVID-19 from a classmate. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that Shannon Jensen filed the lawsuit in federal court against the Waukesha School District and school board on Oct. 5. According to the lawsuit, the board in May removed a student mask requirement and…

Duluth Man Arrested for Alleged Possession of Child Pornography

October 11, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 43-year-old Duluth man was arrested Friday afternoon for the alleged possession of child pornography. According to the Duluth Police Department, Investigators from the Lake Superior Forensic Technology and Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested the man around 2:45 p.m. Friday as the result of an ongoing investigation that began in April 2020. Authorities say police…

Morning Update 10-11-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, October 11, 2021

October 11, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, October 11, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, FOX 21 Local News, Headlines, morning update, News, Sam Gabrielli, weather

Merck Asks US FDA To Authorize Promising Anti-COVID Pill

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Merck & Co. via AP) WASHINGTON (AP) – Drugmaker Merck has asked U.S. regulators to authorize its promising antiviral pill against COVID-19, setting the stage for a decision within weeks. If cleared by the Food and Drug Administration, it would be the first pill shown to treat COVID-19, adding a new, easy-to-use weapon to the world’s arsenal against the pandemic….

Minnesota Halts Deer Importation, Movement Within State

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota officials have blocked the importation and movement of deer into and within the state to slow the spread of chronic wasting disease. The state Department of Natural Resources announced the move early Monday morning. The decision comes after a CWD-positive game farm in Wisconsin shipped nearly 400 deer to farms in seven states. Minnesota…

UMD Student Organizations Clean Up Parks around City

10 different UMD student clubs and organizations fanned out across Duluth to clean up areas around neighborhoods and parks.

October 10, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- What better way to take in Duluth’s fall colors than by showing some TLC to Mother Nature? That’s exactly what some UMD students did Sunday. 10 different UMD student clubs and organizations fanned out across Duluth to clean up areas around neighborhoods and parks. One group at Bagley Nature Area says as they helped the environment, the environment…

Duluth Council to Discuss Indigenous People’s Abuse, Trauma from Christian Boarding Schools

The resolution allows the Duluth City Council to officially go on record calling on Congress to commission a study and report on the boarding school policy.

October 10, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As Duluth City Council prepares to meet on Monday, also Indigenous People’s Day, one of the biggest items on their agenda is a resolution calling for awareness and reconciliation for Christian boarding schools who abused and in some cases killed many indigenous children throughout history. As the Northland prepares to recognize Indigenous People’s Day, the resolution put forth…

3 Arrested in Connection to St. Paul Shooting That Killed 1, Injured 14

October 10, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Three people were arrested in connection to the bar shooting that left one woman dead and 14 people injured early Sunday morning in downtown St. Paul. At about 12:15 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to a shooting on the 200 block of 7th Street West near the Xcel Energy Center. There, they found what St. Paul police…

Duluth Cider’s ‘Big Bad Apple Bash’ Back Celebrating Fall, Cider Pressing

Families could also get in on some apple pressing, with apples from as close by as local backyards, and as far as Bayfield.

October 9, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The folks at Duluth Cider brought the community together to have a smashing good time, smashing some apples at their 3rd annual Big Bad Apple Bash. The event returned in-person this year, after going virtual with a Livestream and take-home “Bash Boxes” during the pandemic. Hundreds came throughout the day and into the night Saturday enjoying live music,…

First Annual Big Tent Fall Festival Deemed Success

October 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Family Freedom Center paired with local organizations today to host the first annual Big Tent Fall Festival, and with over 300 people there, they hope it won’t be the last. AICHO, Duluth Aging Support, and Life House, were a few of the many organizations that came together today, to share resources and celebrate with a barbecue,…

All Things Horror At Zeitgeist Arts Cafe

October 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Just in time for spooky season, a horror-themed Facebook group, met for the first time in person at the Zeitgeist Arts Café for an arts and hobby bazaar. The Twin Ports Horror Society bonds over their love for horror genre related topics. They were showcasing and selling their creations, and connecting over their scary interests. An organizer…

13th Annual Suicide Awareness Memorial Walk in Carlton

104 people showed up to remember those who passed, and those they left behind.

October 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

CARLTON, Minn. — Over 100 people gathered Saturday morning for the 13th annual Suicide Awareness Memorial Walk in Carlton, to remember those lost to, or touched by suicide, and raise awareness towards prevention as well. The Carlton County Suicide Prevention Task Force has hosted this event for the past 12 years. With this year being the 13th, it has grown…

Minnesota Long-Term Care Facilities have 23,000 Job Openings

Leaders from senior living organizations throughout the state say they have about 23,000 job openings, about 20 percent of the workforce at full strength.

October 9, 2021

Arman Rahman,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – While much has been made about the stress that COVID-19 has placed on Minnesota hospitals, the state’s long-term care industry says it is facing its worst-ever workforce shortage. Leaders from senior living organizations throughout the state say they have about 23,000 job openings. That is about 20 percent of the workforce at full strength. Leaders…

Texas Clinics Cancel Abortions after Court Reinstates Ban

The White House on Saturday had no immediate comment after a federal appeals court reinstated the Texas law known as Senate Bill 8.

October 9, 2021

Arman Rahman,

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – Texas abortion clinics are canceling appointments they had booked during a 48-hour reprieve from the nation’s most restrictive abortion law. The White House on Saturday had no immediate comment after a federal appeals court reinstated the Texas law known as Senate Bill 8. The law bans abortions in Texas once cardiac activity is detected, usually around…

Annual Sports and Collectors Show at Miller Hill Mall

October 8, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The annual Sports and Collector Show is back at the Miller Hill Mall for the first of three days this weekend. With an expected 30 vendors, and some precious memorabilia, this show is bringing in some of the best items in local sport collections. One collector explains the value of these items has increased the past few…

UMD Planning to Enhance Fan Experience at AMSOIL Arena

A record number of student season tickets were sold for men's hockey for this season. UMD says they're planning to really enhance the fan experience with new videos and bringing back in-game activities

October 8, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD hockey fans are certainly excited to return to AMSOIL Arena as a record number of student season tickets were sold for men’s hockey. UMD says they’re planning to really enhance their fan experience with video and in-game activities to help not only the fans but also the players enjoy the experience. “We have some great fan…

DECC Preparing to Welcome Fans Back to UMD Hockey Games

The DECC says they're also dealing with worker shortages, but are planning to have four concession stations opened fill with local food options.

October 8, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, the UMD hockey teams will make their returns to AMSOIL Arena, and fans will also be back. Fans are allowed back at AMSOIL, they just have to be wearing masks. After limited fans and no concessions open last year, the DECC is preparing to return to normal operations. They say they’re also dealing with worker…

Cruise Industry Could Cause Boost in Duluth Economy

In January of 2022, the Viking ship will sail to Antarctica and the Great Lakes.

October 8, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — In 2022 the Viking cruise ship will be in the Great Lakes and Duluth is poised to reap the benefits. A report published by UMD’s Bureau of Business and Economics revealing initial visits would have a small economic impact, but over time it could add 60 jobs annually and more than five million dollars in added spending…

City Seeking Public Input with Broadband Survey

The goal is to get every community member connected in their homes allowing for a master broadband plan.

October 8, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — “One of the things we have learned in the past 18 months, the past two years is the urgent need we have in this community for every resident in this community to have access to reliable high-speed internet or broadband,” Duluth Mayor, Emily Larson says. On Friday the city of Duluth announced they are looking for the…

Businesses are Busy with Customers Winterizing

October 8, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

TWIN PORTS- Northlanders are preparing for the winter season in more ways than one, getting ready before the first snowfall. Local businesses are seeing an uptick in customers, whether people are looking for a new pair of snow boots or winterizing their vehicles. Northwest Outlet in Superior is flooded with customers getting ready for the colder weather. From gloves to…

Road Maintenance Workers Needed in Duluth

The city is actively looking for people with a commercial driver's license to fill these positions.

October 8, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth is looking for employees who can operate heavy equipment. As we are nearing the winter season, there is a need for more people to plow snow and maintain icy roads in Duluth. The city is actively looking for people with a commercial driver’s license to fill these positions. Snow season is one of Duluth’s…

Feds won’t seek charges against cop in Jacob Blake shooting

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Federal prosecutors say they won’t file charges against a white police officer who shot Jacob Blake in Wisconsin last year. Officer Rusten Sheskey shot Blake, who is Black, during a domestic disturbance in Kenosha in August 2020. The shooting left Blake paralyzed from the waist down and sparked several nights of protests. An Illinois man shot…

Woman found fatally shot in Crow Wing County cabin

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

BRAINERD, Minn. (AP) – Sheriff’s officials say a woman was found fatally shot in a cabin in Crow Wing County after deputies responded to a call about gunfire and arrested an armed man. Dispatchers received a shooting complaint about 11 p.m. Thursday. The caller said several gunshots were heard in Lake Edward Township. Law enforcement officers responded and encountered a…

Midday Update 10-8-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, October 8, 2021

October 8, 2021

Site Staff,

Join FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, October 8, 2021. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

97% Of University of Minnesota Students Vaccinated Before Mandate Deadline

October 8, 2021

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – When students returned to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus last month, it was with the understanding they had to be vaccinated by October 8. Now that the deadline is here, university officials say most students have complied with the vaccine mandate. “I filled mine out yesterday. They sent me a reminder email,” said sophomore…

Man Given Probation in Fatal St. Paul Shooting

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The second of two brothers charged in the fatal shooting of an off-duty firefighter in St. Paul has been sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to manslaughter. A 67-month prison sentence for Dante Caraway was stayed Thursday and he was given credit for 686 days spent in jail. Earlier this year, Caraway’s brother, Blake Caraway, was…

Morning Update 10-8-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, October 8, 2021

October 8, 2021

Site Staff,

Join FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, October 8, 2021. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Active Adventures: Superior Farmers’ Market

The market will continue through the end of October.

October 8, 2021

Ken Slama,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Active Adventures we stop by the Superior Farmer’s Market to check out what they have to offer in the homestretch of the harvest season. In addition to locally grown produce and meat products, you can also check out a variety of home crafts including handmade winter gear to prep for winter. Prepare to spend more…

Minnesota Health Leaders Warn of Strain on Caregivers, Kids

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota health leaders are warning that the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is putting a heavy strain on hospitals and health care workers statewide as the coronavirus burns through the unvaccinated population. They also told reporters Thursday that transmission in schools and among children is a particular concern, with pediatric ICU beds in short supply. Health…

US Employers Add a Weak 194,000 Jobs as Delta Maintains Hold

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy with many companies struggling to fill millions of open jobs. Friday’s report from the Labor Department also showed that the unemployment rate fell sharply to 4.8% from 5.2% in August. The economy…

Duluth Fire Department Delivers Ice Cream to Children

October 7, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department surprised a couple of lucky kids Thursday with an ice cream party for their work during Fire Prevention Week. K-5th graders from around the city submitted a safety checklist to the Duluth Fire Department, as well as an escape route in their homes in case of a fire. Two lucky kids were chosen…

LSC Integrated Manufacturing Open House

October 7, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior College hosted the annual integrated manufacturing open house today at their downtown location. That’s campus offers computerized machines, 3D printers and scanners, robotic welders, and a variety of other high tech equipment, all at affordable costs for students interested. There’s a strong work force demand for machinists, welders and engineers right now, which means this…

City of Duluth Looking to Maintain History

October 7, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — In 2006, a portion of downtown Duluth was nominated as a national landmark, and today, it is officially recognized as a Downtown Historic District 15 years later. Now, the City of Duluth is trying to step it up by guiding these property owners on how to maintain the history on these buildings. The city is being given…

High-End Condos Planned For Waterfront Property

October 7, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new high-end condominium development is being planned for prime waterfront property in Duluth. F.I. Salter real estate, which built Pier B Resort in Duluth, wants to build a four-story, 16-unit condo complex at 23rd Avenue East along the Lakewalk next to Beacon Pointe Resort. The condos would cost anywhere from $900,000 to $2 million. F.I. Salter’s president…

City of Duluth Announces Proposed Housing Trust Fund

October 7, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — “It was supported by a group of housing experts. Some of whom you will hear from today as well,” Duluth Mayor Emily Larson says. Mayor Larson first spoke about the housing trust fund in her state of the city address proposing the investment of two million dollars to the fund courtesy of the community investment trust. “After…

Haunted Ship is Back by the DECC

October 7, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth’s Haunted Ship is back tonight for its first haunting of the season after taking a break for three years due to repairs and the pandemic. The S.S. William A. Irvin is completely decked out for the spooky season and is themed, “What Are You Afraid of?” From touch to smell, the haunting experience utilizes all of the…

Local Food Bank Needs Volunteers

October 7, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank is looking for volunteers to help with its BackPack Program, distributing food to schools. The BackPack Program sends food to various Northland schools on Wednesdays, twice a month, so that kids can have meals provided on the weekends. Volunteers are needed to pick up food from the food bank facility and transport…

UWS Guest Speaker Talks Data Surveillance

She added that some of these virtual programs also have the major flaw of falsely flagging some students for cheating on tests they're taking on their computers at home, based on their movements in front of web cameras.

October 7, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — There are quite a few websites and virtual programs that colleges are using to help make academics easier, but one expert that visited UWS today says campuses need to be more aware of one possible issue with those platforms. A law professor from New York talked to students, staff, and others at her guest lecture on…

Family Freedom Center to Host Community Event

October 7, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Family Freedom Center partners with local organizations for Freedom Farm’s Big Tent Event on Saturday. Executive Director Jacob Aaron Bell stepped up to take over Family Freedom Center after his late father Xavier Bell founded the organization in July 2018. “It gets big sometimes,” said Bell. “I always say I’ve got big shoes to fill, but we’ve…

Most State Workers Get COVID Shots, but Some Face Discipline

October 7, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Some Minnesota government employees say that a month into the COVID-19 vaccine policy for state workers, their agencies are ramping up discipline for employees who either won’t get the vaccine or submit to weekly testing. State officials say more than 500 employees have declined both options, Employees who decline to be vaccinated or tested can…

Duluth Police Ask for Public’s Help in Identifying Vandalism Suspects

October 7, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department says the individuals have been identified. UPDATE: The individuals in relation to the below incident have been identified and charges will be pending. We want to thank the community for helping us identify the individuals. — Duluth MN Police (@DuluthMNPolice) October 7, 2021 DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is asking for…

US Jobless Claims Fall to 326,000, First Drop In Four Weeks

October 7, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week, another sign that the U.S. job market and economy continue their steady recovery from last year’s coronavirus recession. The Labor Department said Thursday that unemployment claims were down by 38,000 to 326,000, the first drop in four weeks. Since surpassing 900,000 in early January, the weekly…

Midday Update 10-7-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, October 7, 2021

October 7, 2021

Brett Scott,

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