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The Latest: US Keeps Ban on Nonessential Crossings to Canada

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON – The U.S. government is extending a ban on nonessential travel along the borders with Canada and Mexico to slow the spread of COVID-19. That’s despite increasing pressure to lift the restriction. U.S. border communities dependent on shoppers from Mexico and Canada and their political representatives have urged the Biden administration to lift the ban. Canada recently began letting…

Midday Update 8-20-21

August 20, 2021

Arman Rahman,

FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli with your news and weather update. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Biden to Address Chaotic Kabul Evacuation, Flights ‘Paused’

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden plans to speak Friday about the chaotic evacuations in Afghanistan. He’s facing a torrent of criticism, including from some U.S. diplomats over the effort to evacuate U.S. citizens and Afghans who helped the U.S. during the 20-year war. The pace of evacuations picked up some overnight, but flights from the Kabul airport had stopped…

Walz Extends Minnesota’s Welcome Mat to Afghan Refugees

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is extending a welcome mat for refugees from Afghanistan. In a letter to President Joe Biden on Thursday, Walz, and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan offered to work with the federal government to continue Minnesota’s history of welcoming refugees by assisting with the resettlement of people fleeing Afghanistan. They wrote that Minnesota…

Greenwood Wildfire Could Threaten Homes as Winds Shift

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Alex Kormann/Star Tribune via AP) FINLAND, Minn. – U.S. Forest Service officials are warning home and cabin owners who fled a wildfire in northeastern Minnesota that the winds could shift this weekend, putting their properties in danger. Dozens of people got the warning at a public meeting Thursday evening in the small town of Finland. Minnesota Public Radio reports that…

Mike Richards out as ‘Jeopardy!’ Host After Past Scrutinized

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

LOS ANGELES (AP) – Producer Mike Richards stepped down as host of “Jeopardy!” after a report about past misogynistic comments surfaced this week. Richards was chosen last week as the successor to Alex Trebek, but his selection was seen as divisive from the beginning after the show embarked on a broad search that included actors, sports figures, journalists, and celebrities….

Morning Update 8-20-21

August 20, 2021

Arman Rahman,

FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli bring you the news and weather you need to start your day. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Active Adventures: Sliding Through Mont Du Lac’s Outta Bounds Tubing Park

The tube slides are open all season. Summer hours are Monday-Saturday from 4 p.m.- 8 p.m., and Sunday from Noon to 4 p.m.

August 20, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Active Adventures, it’s tubing to the extreme! Reaching speeds of 40 mph down the four different tube slides at Mont Du Lac Resort’s Outta Bounds Tubing Park. The tube slides are open all season. Summer hours are Monday-Saturday from 4 p.m.- 8 p.m., and Sunday from Noon to 4 p.m. Categories: Active Adventures, Entertainment, News,…

Embattled Minnesota Republican Party Leader Resigns

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The embattled leader of the Minnesota Republican Party has been forced to resign following accusations that she ran an operation that was rife with verbal abuse, intimidation, and sexual misconduct. Jennifer Carnahan initially resisted calls to resign, saying she had no knowledge of sex-trafficking allegations against a close friend and prominent GOP donor. She…

Minnesota State Fair Losing 150-200 Vendors This Year

August 20, 2021

Site Staff,

(Minnesota State Fair / FOX 9) FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Minnesota State Fair is back this year, but not all of its vendors. Fair organizers say it’s typical for some vendors to choose not to return, but this year that amount has doubled compared to previous years. “At this point, I can say between 150 to 200…

Oak Grove Man Drowns in Leech Lake

August 20, 2021

Site Staff,

CASS COUNTY, Minn. – A 65-year-old Oak Grove man drowned in Leech Lake Thursday afternoon after a witness reported seeing the man struggling in the water near a pontoon. According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, the witness called authorities around 12:50 p.m. to report seeing a man struggling in the water, but as they got closer they no longer…

Native American Advocate Group Holds Backpack Giveaway

August 19, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kids and families got a chance to check out a backpack giveaway in Duluth Thursday. The American Indian Movement of the Twin Ports was behind the event. More than two dozen backpacks, a whole lot of supplies and even a half-dozen new pairs of shoes were all given out. “It’s really important to me because I was…

Feasibility Study Underway For Possible Convention Center In Superior

August 19, 2021

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The city of Superior is looking into whether the city should be home to the area’s next convention center. A feasibility study is underway right now by a company out of the Twin Cities. The city’s planning director, Jason Serck, said the convention center wouldn’t be as big as the DECC in Duluth, but a size that…

Itasca County K-12 Schools ‘Strongly Recommending’ Masks this Year

Itasca County has seen 45 new positive cases in the last 7 days, according to health officials.

August 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Many K thru 12 schools in Itasca County are now strongly recommending students mask up for the school year, as the County deals with the highest level of community transmission of any Northeastern Minnesota county. Itasca County has seen 45 new positive cases in the last 7 days, according to health officials. School leaders say they can…

Sled Dog Racing Community Helps Evacuate Almost 250 Dogs From Path Of Greenwood Fire

August 19, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

ISABELLA, Minn. — As the Greenwood Fire grows to 4,750 acres, members of the sled dog racing community rushed to help others who love the sport evacuate their sled dogs this week. Dr. Jen Freking, a veterinarian and Beargrease competitor who has trained and raised sled dogs for more than 30 years, knew that there wasn’t much time to evacuate…

No Planned Water Restrictions for Duluth

August 19, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Severe drought conditions throughout Minnesota have led to water restrictions for several Minnesota cities. The city of Duluth, however, does not have any planned water restrictions. Lake Superior is the primary water source for Duluth, Proctor, Hermantown, and other surrounding areas in St. Louis County. “So what we are trying to help and tell the public and our…

Greenwood Fire Update

August 19, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

LAKE COUNTY- As of Thursday afternoon, the Greenwood fire has reached 4700 acres, causing nearby residents to pack their belongings and evacuate the area. Residents in McDougal Lake, Sand Lake, the Highway 2 corridor, and the North of Highway 1 were ordered to get out. For two Isabella residents, leaving their homes became very real as both were tagged with…

Kids, Cops, and Cars is Back for the Community

August 19, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Department is back with their annual Kids, Cops, and Cars event at Bayfront Festival Park. The Thursday afternoon event was free to kids and families, showcasing various first responder vehicles for kids to play in. “Jaden is obsessed with cop cars and fire trucks, and he has lots of books about them, so we thought…

Itasca County Fair Begins

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-The Itasca County Fair has begun in Grand Rapids. Above, check out Fox 21 photojournalist Adam Jagunich’s story on the event. For more on the festivities, click here. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Highway 53 Bridge Dedicated to Late State Rep. Tom Rukavina

On Thursday, the bridge he fought so hard to build back in 2017 was officially dedicated to him.

August 19, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — “He often urged people to buy American-made products. In fact, he would tell you even his underwear was made in the U.S.A by union workers. If you didn’t believe him, he would volunteer to prove it to you,” District 6 Senator, David Tomassoni says. Former Minnesota House Representative Tom Rukavina passed away two years ago after a…

Line 3 Protesters Prevent Lift Bridge From Functioning for Short Time Thursday

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department says officers responded to the Aerial Lift Bridge Thursday afternoon due to protesters on the bridge that were preventing the bridge from functioning. Authorities were pulled from the Kids, Cops, and Cars event to help respond to the incident which lasted about 30 minutes. Officers were able to speak with the protesters…

UPDATE: Police Probing Report of Explosive in Truck Near Capitol, Suspect Surrenders

August 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

UPDATE: WASHINGTON (AP) — A man who claimed to have a bomb in a pickup truck near the Capitol surrendered to law enforcement after an hours-long standoff Thursday that prompted a massive police response and the evacuations of government buildings and businesses in the area. Police did not immediately know whether there were explosives in the vehicle, but authorities were…

Proctor Middle School Teacher Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct of Former Student

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

PROCTOR, Minn. – A Proctor Middle School teacher has been charged with felony criminal sexual conduct after he allegedly sexually abused a former student multiple times over the course of a year. On Thursday, 51-year-old Todd Robert Clark was charged with one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, one count of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, and one count of first-degree…

Midday Update 8-19-21

August 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli with your afternoon news and weather updates. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Breakthrough Cases More Than Double

August 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The number of fully vaccinated people in Wisconsin who tested positive for COVID-19 and were hospitalized more than doubled from February to July. But Wisconsin Department of Health Services data released Thursday shows the more contagious delta variant was still an exponentially greater threat to the unvaccinated during those months. The unvaccinated were three times as…

City Crews Responding to a Water Main Break in Lincoln Park Neighborhood

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The break was reported around 11:20 a.m. Thursday and is located on the 3000 block of Devonshire Street. City officials say water has been shut off from Devonshire Street and Pacific Avenue to where Devonshire becomes a dead end….

Northeastern Minnesota Wildfire Grows to 6 1/4 Square Miles

August 19, 2021

The Associated Press, Site Staff,

ISABELLA, Minn. — A wildfire in the Superior National Forest of northeastern Minnesota that crews have been fighting since the weekend has grown to 6 1/4 square miles, but U.S. Forest Service officials said Thursday morning that it grew little overnight. The fire near Greenwood Lake, about 25 miles southwest of Isabella, was first spotted Sunday. It grew from 5…

Cooking Connection: Cheese Curds, In Bread, On a Stick at Duluth’s Best Bread!

Stop by Duluth's Best Bread for their Unofficial State Fair, August 24–28 and August 31–September 4.

August 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Cooking Connection, we take you to Duluth’s Best Bread as they are back with their State Fair event. After the Minnesota State Fair was canceled last year, Duluth’s Best Bread decided to do their own with special state fair-themed treats, and it was their biggest event ever. So August 24–28 and August 31–September 4, they’re…

Morning Update 8-19-21

August 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli bring you the news and weather you need to start your day. Categories: News, News – Latest News

Four New Wolves Found on Isle Royale on Lake Superior

August 19, 2021

KQDS Staff,

HOUGHTON, Mich. (FOX 9) – In late April and May, researchers in Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior captured five wolves and attached GPS radio collars to them—the first time they have been able to do so during the pandemic. The wolves include a male originally caught in Ontario, Canada, and relocated to Isle Royale as well as three…

State Imposes Water Restrictions as Drought Worsens

August 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS – The drought in Minnesota continues to get worse, exposing rocks, riverbeds, and islands in the St. Croix and Minnesota river drying up entire channels in the mighty Mississippi. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has imposed water restrictions for much of the state. Utilities are to limit water use to no more than 25% above January levels. The…

Workers Hold Rally Against Potential Vaccine Mandates

August 18, 2021

Natalie Noury,

HIBBING, Minn.– Hundreds of people gathered in Bennett Park in Hibbing on Wednesday to hold a rally asking for a choice when it comes to vaccinations in the workplace. Cleveland Cliffs Inc. is the second largest steelmaker in America with 25,000 employees. According to Bloomberg, Cleveland Cliffs promised a $1500 bonus to employees who get vaccinated, and they could get…

Annual Hoghead Festival Continues in Proctor

One of the bigger events of the festival is the classic car show where they are expecting almost 400 classic cars.

August 18, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

PROCTOR, Minn. — The 46th annual Hoghead Festival is underway in Proctor. One of the bigger events of the festival is the classic car show where they are expecting almost 400 classic cars. Organizers are also preparing for class reunions and street dances later on in the week all while celebrating the rich train history of Proctor with the title…

Duluth School Superintendent Given More Power Over District Regulations

This comes after the school board voted last night following a recommendation from the Minnesota School Board Association.

August 18, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth School Superintendent John Magas will continue to have executive power over the Duluth School Board during the 2021-2022 school year when it comes to the safety of students related to Covid-19. This comes after the school board voted last night following a recommendation from the Minnesota School Board Association. Magas says, he is looking to maximize…

American Red Cross Helps Greenwood Fire Shelters

August 18, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

LAKE COUNTY- The American Red Cross is staffing the Greenwood Fire temporary evacuation point, located at the Finland Community Center. The site is set up to help residents who are evacuating near the greenwood fire. Volunteers are supplying food, water, and medical help for people being temporarily displaced from their homes. As of today, nearly 80 homes and campsites have…

Greenwood Fire Update: Evacuations and Road Closures

August 18, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

LAKE COUNTY- The Greenwood fire is actively growing, and multiple fire crews across the nation are building fire lines to stop the spread. Now reaching more than 3,200 acres, firefighters are trying to stop the fire from spreading South and East. “Down here on the South end and the Southwest end, we have division a, division alpha,” said Eastern Area…

Firefighters on Scene of New Fire Detected Near Britt

August 18, 2021

Site Staff,

BRITT, Minn. – A new fire was detected near Britt Wednesday afternoon and was estimated to be nearly 25 acres in size. The fire, named the Moose Lake fire, is located in the Lake Leander area, according to the U.S. Forest Service-Superior National Forest Facebook page. Seven aircraft, heavy equipment, and engines were previously on the scene to help contain…

Minnesota Issues Plan to Treat Water Marred by 3M Chemicals

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota pollution control and natural resources officials have released a $700 million plan to improve the drinking water for 14 Twin Cities communities whose groundwater was contaminated due to decades-long chemical disposal by 3M Co. The long-term plan aims to build or improve six water treatment plants and treat 33 municipal wells. It will also connect nearly…

Source: Biden to Require Vaccines for Nursing Home Staff

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The Biden administration will require that nursing home staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition for those facilities to continue receiving federal Medicare and Medicaid funding. Biden will announce the move Wednesday afternoon in a White House address as the administration continues to look for ways to use mandates to encourage vaccine holdouts to get shots….

Garth Brooks Cancels Tour Dates Due to COVID Surge

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country star Garth Brooks is canceling his remaining stadium tour dates in five cities due to rising COVID-19 cases. Brooks had said weeks ago that he would be reassessing the tour in light of the surge in cases. Tickets will be refunded for shows scheduled in Cincinnati; Charlotte, North Carolina; Baltimore; Foxborough, Massachusetts, and Nashville, Tennessee….

TSA Extends Into January Mask Rule for Airline Passengers

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP) – Federal officials are extending into January a requirement that people on airline flights and public transportation wear face masks, a rule intended to limit the spread of COVID-19. The Transportation Security Administration’s current order was scheduled to expire on Sept. 13. An agency spokesman said Tuesday that the mandate will be extended until Jan. 18. The TSA briefed…

Registration Now Open for 23rd Annual Cause for the Paws 5k

Proceeds from the Event Benefit the Humane Society of Douglas County

August 18, 2021

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – As the dog days of summer set in, the Humane Society of Douglas County in Superior invites you to sign up for their upcoming 23rd annual Cause for the Paws 5k Walk/Run. This year the event is happening Saturday, September 18 from 8 a.m. until noon. The fun takes place at the entrance to Barker’s Island in…

Morning Update 8-18-21

August 18, 2021

Arman Rahman,

FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson bring you your news and weather to start the day. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Proctor Middle School Teacher Arrested for Alleged Criminal Sexual Conduct

August 18, 2021

Site Staff,

PROCTOR, Minn. – A 51-year-old teacher at a Proctor middle school was arrested Tuesday afternoon on pending charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to the Duluth Police Department, the teacher was booked in the St. Louis County Jail and is awaiting formal charges. According to Proctor Schools Superintendent John Engelking, the teacher “is employed by the school district, but…

Northeastern Minnesota Wildfire Grows to 5 Square Miles

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Alex Korman/Star Tribune via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A wildfire in the Superior National Forest of northeastern Minnesota has grown to 5 square miles as hot, dry, and windy conditions persist. Crews have been fighting the fire from the air and on the ground since it was spotted Sunday afternoon near Greenwood Lake. The fire covered a little over 3…

Minnesota State Fair Not Requiring Masks Inside Most Buildings

August 18, 2021

KQDS Staff,

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota State Fair attendees will not be required to wear masks inside buildings on the fairgrounds during this year’s Great Minnesota Get-Together. Fair organizers were considering mandating masks indoors, however, the latest guidance released Wednesday says masks are recommended inside most buildings, but not required. They are also recommending people wear masks outdoors in…

US Health Officials Call for Booster Shots Against COVID-19

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK – U.S. health officials are recommending all Americans get COVID-19 booster shots. The plan, as outlined by the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other top health authorities, calls for booster doses eight months after people get their second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. The booster doses could begin the week of…

Sheriff: Multiple Fatalities in Jefferson County Crash

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

JEFFERSON, Wis. (AP) – Sheriff’s officials say multiple people have died in a crash on Interstate 94 in Jefferson County. Jefferson County Sheriff Paul Milbrath says that about 4 a.m. Wednesday a vehicle pulling a trailer veered out of control and slammed into a guardrail on I-94 westbound. A second vehicle and then a semi crashed into the cargo trailer…

Three People Rescued After Boats Gets Stuck in Beaver River

August 18, 2021

Site Staff,

FREDENBERG TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Three people were rescued Tuesday evening after their boats became stuck in the mud and heavy vegetation in Beaver River, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Around 8:36 p.m. first responders and law enforcement responded to reports of two boaters getting stuck while boating on the river in Fredenberg Township. While waiting for authorities…

City Unveils Design Concepts For Waterfront Property Behind DECC

August 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– The city of Duluth gave a first look Tuesday at what could soon be a new multi-million dollar overhaul of an experience behind the DECC, which has one of the city’s most pristine views of the waterfront and arguably one of the least invested. The new vision between the Great Lakes Aquarium and Minnesota Slip Bridge involves the…