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Wrenshall Near Completion of Multi-Millon Dollar Project

Due to air quality concerns, the school was able to fund the projects through the state of Minnesota.

October 4, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

WRENSHALL, Minn. — “It was really awesome to see the stands packed with our students on one side, parents on the other cheering on our volleyball team,” Wrenshall Principal, Michelle Blanchard says. Last Thursday, the Wrens played their first volleyball game on the brand new gym floor. “Our students are thrilled. They just can’t believe this is their school. They…

Essentia Health Imposing Additional Visitor Restrictions Beginning Tuesday

October 4, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Officials at Essentia Health say COVID-19 restrictions will once again be implemented for visitors due to increasing COVID patient volumes. Visitors will be restricted at Essentia Health facilities located in northwestern Wisconsin and northeastern Minnesota, west to Brainerd beginning Tuesday. Adult patients Inpatients: No visitors allowed, with the following exception: One adult visitor is permitted for vulnerable…

Biden Lifts Abortion Referral Ban on Family Planning Clinics

October 4, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) WASHINGTON (AP) – The Biden administration is reversing a ban on abortion referrals by federally funded family planning clinics. Monday’s action by the Department of Health and Human Services lifts a Trump-era restriction as political and legal battles over abortion grow sharper from Texas to the U.S. Supreme Court. Groups representing the clinics say they hope the…

Wisconsin DNR Defies Board, Reduces Fall Wolf Quota

October 4, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources officials have scaled back the number of wolves hunters can kill during the state’s fall season in defiance of the board that controls the agency. The DNR had originally proposed setting the quota at 130 wolves. The department’s policy board bumped that up to 300 wolves in August. But the department…

After 40 Powerball Drawings, Will Someone Win $685M Jackpot?

October 4, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – After 40 drawings without a big Powerball winner, maybe the 41st attempt will be different. Thanks to nearly four months of futility, Monday’s Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $685 million, making it the eighth largest in U.S. lottery history. No one has won the game’s grand prize since June 5….

Former Teacher Gets Probation for Sexually Assaulting Teen

October 4, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) — A former central Minnesota middle school teacher and coach has been sentenced to probation for sexually assaulting a female high school student. Thirty-two-year Daniel Fragodt, of Melrose, pleaded guilty to third-degree criminal sexual conduct in Stearns County District Court. He was sentenced Friday to five years of probation. According to a criminal complaint, the victim…

3 From Lindstrom, Minnesota Arrested in Jan. 6 Us Capitol Riot

October 4, 2021

KQDS Staff,

LINDSTROM, Minn. (FOX 9) – The FBI in Minneapolis said agents have arrested three more Minnesotans on charges related to the Jan. 6 riot at the United States Capitol. Isaac Westbury, Robert Westbury, and Aaron James, all from Lindstrom, were arrested Monday morning. A total of eight Minnesotans have now been arrested for their roles in the Jan. 6 riot,…

Midday Update 10-4-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, October 4, 2021

October 4, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, October 4, 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, weather

Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram Experiencing Worldwide Outage

October 4, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP) – Facebook and its Instagram and WhatsApp platforms were down in parts of the world on Monday. The company said it was “aware that some people are having trouble accessing Facebook app” and it was working on restoring access. The company did not say what might be causing the outage, which began around 11:45 ET. Users reported being unable…

Split Rock Lighthouse to Host Historic Tours by Lantern Light

Tours will Begin Saturday, October 9 at 6 p.m.

October 4, 2021

Brett Scott,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The history of Split Rock Lighthouse is set to come alive by the light of lantern this Saturday, Oct. 9. Visitors will be guided to various first-person interpretations of important people throughout Split Rock Lighthouse’s story. With tales of daring survival and perspectives that range for decades, six figures of Split Rock’s history share some of…

New COVID Testing Options Offered on the Iron Range

October 4, 2021

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – New COVID-19 testing options are available on the Iron Range starting this week. St. Louis County Public Health along with the Minnesota Department of Health has increased the availability of walk-in saliva tests in Eveleth and Virginia. Free saliva tests are now available on the following days at the following locations, and will continue until further notice:…

Morning Update 10-4-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, October 4, 2021

October 4, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, October 4, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Ex-Facebook Manager Alleges Social Network Fed Capitol Riot

October 4, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Robert Fortunato/CBS News/60 Minutes via AP) NEW YORK (AP) – Facebook prematurely turned off safeguards designed to thwart misinformation and rabble-rousing after Joe Biden defeated Donald Trump in last year’s elections in a moneymaking move that a company whistleblower alleges contributed to the deadly Jan. 6 invasion of the U.S. Capitol. The whistleblower, former Facebook product manager Frances Haugen, also…

Duluth Home Sustains $70K Worth of Damage in Monday Morning Fire

October 4, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Authorities say a home in Duluth sustained $70,000 worth of damage in a Monday morning fire. According to the Duluth Fire Department, fire crews responded to reports of a fire around 3:41 a.m. at 525 North 39th Avenue West. Crews arriving at the scene reported seeing flames and smoke venting out of a side window on the…

Police Investigate Gun Threat At Duluth Car Lot; Friday’s Standoff Suspect Possibly Linked

October 3, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police are investigating a threatening gun incident that could be connected to the suspect in Friday’s standoff. There was a report Friday around 12:30 p.m. of a person who displayed a gun at a car lot, New Duluth Auto, in Gary-New Duluth, according to Mattie Hjelseth, public information officer for the Duluth Police Department. Hjelseth said…

Apple Fest Returns as ‘Core’ Part of Bayfield for Orchards, Thousands of Fans

The 59th Festival wrapped up with the parade of 33 floats and attractions through Downtown.

October 3, 2021

Arman Rahman,

BAYFIELD, Wis.- Thousands packed the streets of Bayfield for Apple Fest, as the Northern Wisconsin tradition of almost 60 years returned this weekend after the pandemic sidelined all the fun last year. It was apples, to apples, to apples as far as the eye could see, as the festival wrapped up Sunday. “They have apple donuts, apple pies,” said one…

Apple Fest Still Success for Orchards Despite Crop Shortage

The drought reduced crop yields at apple orchards in Bayfield some as much as 40%.

October 3, 2021

Arman Rahman,

BAYFIELD, Wis.- The drought reduced crop yields at apple orchards in Bayfield some as much as 40%, so many orchard stands offered fewer apple products at Apple Fest than in years past. “Usually every year we make around 8,000 caramel apples but this year we were only able to do 5,000,” said Madison Gingras, working at the Apple Hill Orchard…

Bayfield Businesses Thankful for Apple Fest’s Return before Quiet Winter

The Festival provides a boost for the many seasonal businesses in the area.

October 3, 2021

Arman Rahman,

BAYFIELD, Wis.- Having Apple Fest back is a big economic boost to Bayfield and its surrounding towns and communities. And this comes after businesses like ‘Bayfield Inn’ saw a busier summer than last year. The Assistant General Manager telling us, it was at times difficult to keep up with, with the cost of goods going up. The inn is one…

Large Miniature Train Model Showcased at Depot

October 3, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Free-mo Modelers brought the largest miniature model train display in the Midwest to the Depot in Downtown Duluth this weekend. The organization set up the model train display in the Great Hall of the Depot, displaying several different engines running on multiple railroad tracks. Many of the modules on display were handcrafted by group members and…

Abortion Protests Outside of Building for Women in Downtown Duluth

October 3, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Today, the group known as “Hand Over The Decision It’S Healthcare” Militia or HOTDISH Militia stood outside the Building for Women abortion clinic on East 1st Street in Downtown Duluth, protesting for abortion rights. The Duluth protest is a part of the National Mobilization for Reproductive Justice protests in 18 different cities across the country. “Our clinic is…

Federal Judge Sets Hearing On Blocking Wisconsin Wolf Hunt

October 3, 2021

Dan Hanger,

(AP Photo/Dawn Villella, File) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A federal judge has set a hearing for later this month on whether to block Wisconsin’s fall wolf hunt. Six Chippewa tribes filed a lawsuit on Sept. 21 seeking to block the hunt, saying hunters killed too many wolves during the state’s February season and kill quotas from the fall hunt aren’t…

Popular Wilderness Area Closures Lifted After Summer Fires

October 3, 2021

Dan Hanger,

ISABELLA, Minn. (AP) – Superior National Forest officials say the last remaining closure order related to wildfires in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness has now been lifted. A hot and abnormally dry summer caused extreme fire danger and prompted a complete closure of the popular wilderness in northern Minnesota for a couple of weeks after wildfires broke out. The…

Duluth NAACP Holds ‘Decriminalize Color’ Rally at Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial

They gathered to ask the Duluth Police Department to stop what they call "pre-textual stops" for things like expired tabs or missing license plates -- which they say disproportionately affects people of color.

October 2, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn- At the Clayton, Jackson McGhie Memorial, Women’s Marchers joined Duluth Branch of the NAACP, for their “Decriminalize Color” Rally. Speakers including Minnesota 7th District Senator Jen McEwen and Civil Rights leaders from across the country gathered to ask the City of Duluth and Duluth Police Department to stop what they call “pre-textual stops” for things like expired tabs…

Duluth Women’s March Joins Hundreds Across Country Supporting Reproductive Rights

This comes after a controversial new law was enacted in Texas, banning abortions once cardiac activity is detected usually around six weeks

October 2, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Women’s March in Duluth Saturday joined hundreds across the country taking to the streets in support of reproductive rights, which they say are under attack with recent abortion legislation. The march started outside the St. Louis county courthouse and marched to the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial on First Street. The group in Duluth marched down First Street…

ME Elecmetal Hosts Open House

October 2, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- ME Elecmetal hosted a manufacturing event at their Duluth location today, inviting the public to learn about the metal casting industry. The open house event welcomed employees and their families, along with anyone interested in metal casting to see the process of making their metal products. “We wanted to do manufacturing day today highlight the importance of manufacturing,…

New Video Application Makes Appearance at Catalyst

October 2, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Catalyst Content Festival attracts creators from all over, but this year’s event featured a new vertical filmmaking phone application for content creators. Established in 2019, Rizzle is a short-form video platform that invites the public, actors, singers, writers, and more to use. “Rizzle is dedicated to having creators, filmmakers, writers, actors kind of put themselves out there…

Catalyst Festival Wraps Up with a Busy Day of Events

October 2, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 2021 Catalyst Content Festival kicked off this past Wednesday and is wrapping up with a jam-packed Saturday full of table reads and educational panels. Story pitch workshops, media panels, and film screenings were among the many scheduled events spread across the Northland for the in-person festival. “Coming back to Duluth has helped us to reconnect with some…

Police: Duluth Standoff Suspect Also Accused of Attempted Armed Robbery in Superior

The 30-year-old man allegedly stole a vehicle, drove the wrong way on the Bong Bridge, and attempted to rob a bank at gun point in Superior.

October 2, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department released the timeline of crimes, including attempting to rob a bank at gunpoint in Superior, allegedly perpetrated by the suspect, Cody Lee Walker Nelson, 30, of Duluth, who was arrested Friday evening after a 7-hour standoff with the Duluth Police Department. According to a spokesperson with Superior Police, at about 12:43 p.m. Friday…

Duluth Police: Standoff Suspect Surrenders After Attempted Bank Robbery, Car Theft, Vehicle Pursuit

According to authorities, there were no injuries reported during the call.

October 1, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.- The 30-year-old male suspect who kept Duluth Police in a standoff for hours in an apartment building on Central Avenue was finally taken into custody after committing multiple crimes, according to authorities. Police say at 8:30 p.m. the man eventually surrendered and was apprehended. He was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries and then the St….

Economic Development Association of Minnesota Hosts Fall Conference

October 1, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Economic Development Association of Minnesota hosted a three-day fall conference at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center that kicked off this past Wednesday. The conference featured a list of nearly 50 business leaders from a variety of industries to speak. The fall event invited members, non-members, and students to learn, network, and grow professionally. “A Different lens that…

Duluth Firefighters Show Support in Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 1, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- It is October 1st, and that doesn’t just mean we’re moving into the fall holidays, but it is now breast cancer awareness month, and local first responders are spreading awareness. The Duluth Fire Department and the Duluth Firefighters Local 101 display the importance of early prevention and detection of breast cancer by wearing official pink uniform shirts throughout…

Fall Treats are Back at Duluth’s Best Bread

October 1, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Fall is here, and lines of people are showing up to Duluth’s Best Bread in West Duluth for their seasonal baked goods. They recently brought back their pumpkin spice croissants, and people are not hesitating to come and get them. They plan on making more seasonal treats as we move further into fall, as they are a big…

Bayfield Businesses Looking Forward to Apple Fest

It's an occasion that is the biggest weekend of the year for the town.

October 1, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

BAYFIELD, Wisc. — “I think people are excited to be outside again and to gather,” Apostle Island Booksellers Store Manager, Kristen Sandstrom says. After having a different variation of the event last year, Apple Fest is coming back to downtown Bayfield this weekend. “We expect to have at least 20,000 people in and around the area this weekend,” Bayfield Chamber…

John Ek and Whelp Fire Closure Lifted in the BWCAW

October 1, 2021

Site Staff,

(Sarah Shapiro/USDA Forest Service via AP) DULUTH, Minn. – Forest officials say they are lifting the remaining closures in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness effective today. The last of the closures were the John Ek and Whelp Fire closures which are being lifted because of the low fire activity and decreasing fire danger due to fall weather conditions and…

DECC to Offer Expanded COVID Testing Beginning Monday

October 1, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health announced Friday afternoon it will offer expanded COVID-19 testing at the DECC starting Monday. COVID testing space will double from 5,000 to 10,000 square feet to accommodate the additional testing and staff. Testing will be available Monday through Saturday and beginning October 12, will be available Tuesday through Saturday. Walk-ins are welcome,…

Duluth Police in Standoff With “Armed and Dangerous Individual” in West Duluth

October 1, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Multiple law enforcement agencies are in a standoff in West Duluth with an “armed and dangerous individual.” Officials say the Hermantown Police Department, Saint Louis County Sheriffs Department, Superior Police Department, Minnesota State Patrol, and DPD’s Tactical Response Team are on scene at an apartment building on Central Avenue where the suspect is believed to be inside….

Duluth Police Respond to Individual Showing “Complete Disregard to Human Safety”

October 1, 2021

Site Staff,

UPDATE: DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Duluth Police Department Facebook page, officers are currently on scene at an apartment building in the area of Central Avenue and Grand Avenue where they have reported an “armed individual” is believed to be inside. Police are trying to speak to the individual and bring him safely into custody. The public is asked…

COVID-19 Testing Numbers in Minnesota Reach Highs Not Seen Since Last Year

October 1, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – COVID-19 testing numbers in Minnesota are reaching highs not seen since the peak of the pandemic last winter. As of Thursday, the state is averaging 40,000 tests a day over the last 7 days. For some people trying to get tested, the last few weeks have been tough. “I tried to start finding a…

Powerball Jackpot Rises to $635M Due To Ticket-Buying Surge

October 1, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – The giant Powerball jackpot has grown even bigger, with officials raising the estimated payout to $635 million ahead of Saturday night’s drawing. The grand prize was raised Friday from an earlier estimate of $620 million, reflecting a surge in sales from players attracted by the potential payoff. While the jackpot increases, the…

Midday Update 10-1-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, October 1, 2021

October 1, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, October 1, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Minnesota Lawmakers at Odds on Division of $250m COVID Fund

October 1, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota lawmakers have $250 million in federal COVID-19 aid to give away, but they can’t agree on how to spend it. The Frontline Pay Working Group is tasked with figuring out how to divide the money among frontline workers. The panel blew past a Labor Day deadline, and the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports that its…

Duluth Firefighters, Local 101 to Wear Pink Shirts in October for Breast Cancer Awareness

October 1, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department and the Duluth Firefighters Local 101 are teaming up for breast cancer awareness month. During the month of October, they will be wearing official pink uniform shirts for several years to bring awareness for prevention and early detection. The Department and Local 101 have worn the shirts for several years to support survivors…

Ru-Ridge Corn Maze in Carlton Reopens for Autumn Adventures

Active Adventures: Fall Fun at Ru-Ridge Corn Maze

October 1, 2021

Brett Scott,

CARLTON, Minn. – It’s the season of corn and pumpkins so for this week’s Active Adventures we try not to get lost at Ru-Ridge Corn Maze in Carlton. In addition to their corn maze, they offer lots of fun activities for families and friends of all ages. They’re open Thursday through Sunday until the end of October. The maze is…

Morning Update 10-1-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, October 1, 2021

October 1, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, October 1, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Justice Kavanaugh Tests Positive for COVID, Has No Symptoms

October 1, 2021

The Associated Press,

The high court said in a press release Friday that Kavanaugh has no symptoms and has been fully vaccinated since January. Kavanaugh and all the other justices had a routine coronavirus test ahead of Friday’s ceremonial investiture for Justice Amy Coney Barrett. The court says Kavanaugh’s wife and daughters are also fully vaccinated, and they tested negative on Thursday. The…

A Day of Orange to Remember a Dark Time in History for Indigenous People

September 30, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A dark part of history that’s rarely talked about is finally having a light shined on it. Back in the 1800’s and 1900’s, indigenous children were taken from their families and forced into boarding schools for what could be described as an “ethnic cleansing”. This happened in both America and in Canada. Many of them suffered severe…

Grandmas’s Marathon Registration Opens Friday Night

Registration will be open on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning Friday night at 7 p.m. on the Grandma's Marathon website.

September 30, 2021

Sam Ali,

DULUTH, Minn. – Great news for runners as registration for next year’s Grandma’s Marathon begins Friday night. The 46th annual Grandma’s races are back to full capacity. There is still a virtual option for next year and the cancellation contingency plan is still in place in case the race is moved back to being virtual. “we kind of opened the…

Catalyst Content Festival Underway in Duluth

On the last day, 23 awards will be presented to the best projects.

September 30, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Catalyst Content Festival is underway in Duluth. The festival brings hundreds of submissions from all across the globe. It’s only the second time the festival has taken place in Duluth after officially moving to the city back in 2019. Participants say that this is the perfect place to have an event this size bringing more coverage…

Duluth Police Department Participating in ‘Red Ribbon Campaign’

The chief of police says it's all to spread awareness to community members about illicit drug use.

September 30, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department, and other departments across the country in connection with the DEA are participating in the “Red Ribbon Campaign” throughout all of October. This week, magnets are on each squad card to honor a fallen DEA who was killed by drug traffickers in 1985. The chief of police says it’s all to spread awareness…

Duluth Fire Department and Duluth Veterinary Hospital Partner Up

September 30, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Fire Department is partnering up with Duluth Veterinary Hospital on London Road to provide care for the animals in the case of an emergency. First responders are stressing the need for more animal emergency kits, including oxygen masks, leashes, and medical supplies, to tend to animals. So far this year, the Duluth Fire Department has responded…