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COVID Cases Rise in Northern St. Louis County

Places in northern St. Louis County have experienced high numbers of COVID cases, specifically during the last couple of weeks.

March 25, 2021

Jane Kim,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – Places in northern St. Louis County have experienced high numbers of COVID cases, specifically during the last couple of weeks. Health officials say these cases have been active in places like Hibbing, Aurora, and Ely. About 15% of total county cases were in Ely last week. Those cases have been connected to social gatherings, sports, and…

Bayfield County Sees Increase in COVID-19 Cases

March 25, 2021

Site Staff,

BAYFIELD COUNTY, Wis. – The Bayfield County Health Department says there has been an increase in COVID-19 cases over the last two weeks despite rising vaccination rates in the community. New cases have been seen particularly in Washburn, Herbster, Iron River, Bayfield, Red Cliff, and Cable with a noticeable increase in children and young adults. The health department says many…

Michigan Sees Virus Surge, but Tighter Restrictions Unlikely

March 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan, which not long ago had among the country’s lowest COVID-19 infection rates, is confronting an alarming spike that some public health experts worry could be a harbinger nationally. The resurgence is being fueled by loosened restrictions, a more infectious variant, and pandemic fatigue. While rising vaccination rates provide protection for seniors, the upswing is boosting…

Governor Tim Walz to Deliver State of the State Address on Sunday

March 25, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced Thursday that he will deliver his third State of the State address on Sunday. The address will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be delivered from the Governor’s former social studies classroom at Mankato West High School. The State of the State address was originally scheduled for March 21 but was…

The CDC Is Tracking a Recent Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

March 25, 2021

KQDS Staff,

(CNN) – Top US health officials say they’re encouraged by the accelerating Covid-19 vaccinations. But not enough Americans are fully vaccinated yet to suppress the spread of the virus — and eased restrictions across the country coupled with spring break crowds could spell trouble, one expert said Wednesday. “What concerns me is the footage of what’s happening in spring breakers,…

Congress to Press Big Tech CEOs Over Speech, Misinformation

March 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The CEOs of social media giants Facebook, Twitter, and Google are giving an accounting to Congress of actions against the use of their platforms to spread falsehoods and incite violence. The stakes have ratcheted ever higher: The Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, the rise in COVID vaccine misinformation, and Democrats now in control of Congress…

Midday Update 3-25-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, Mar. 25, 2021

March 25, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Mar. 25, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Justices Say Accident Victims Can Sue Ford in State Courts

March 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has ruled the Ford Motor Co. can be sued in the state courts of people who were killed or seriously injured in accidents involving Ford vehicles. The justices on Thursday unanimously rejected the Michigan-based company’s argument that its ties to Minnesota and Montana were too tenuous to allow it to be sued in those…

Savoring the Flavors of Spring With Key Lime Pie from Lady Meg’s Cakes

Cooking Connection: Key Lime Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

March 25, 2021

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – What started as a passion has now turned into a small-scale profession for Superior resident Meghan Gobel. Over the past few months, Gobel, the creator of Lady Meg’s Cakes, launched a Facebook page to promote her hobby of baking and sharing the goodies with customers in the Twin Ports. She’s overjoyed to see the outpouring of support she’s…

Morning Update 3-25-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, Mar. 25, 2021

March 25, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Mar. 25, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Colorado Shooting Suspect Makes His 1st Court Appearance

March 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Three days after he was led away in handcuffs from a Boulder supermarket were 10 people were fatally shot, the suspect appeared in court for the first time and his defense lawyer asked for a mental health assessment “to address his mental illness.” Kathryn Herold, the lawyer for suspect Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, provided no other…

Damiano Center Announces Opening of Hygiene Facility

March 25, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Damiano Center announced on Thursday the opening of its six-unit hygiene facility which will be available to anyone who visits the center during regular operating hours or schedules an appointment. The Damiano Center says appointments can be scheduled through the Community services program. In a recent press release, Damiano Center officials said, “We have chosen this approach…

Dozens of Fully Vaccinated Minnesotans Have Gotten COVID-19

March 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Health officials report dozens of fully-vaccinated people have contracted COVID-19 in Minnesota, a development that wasn’t unexpected. The state has identified 89 coronavirus infections in people who have received two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. State infectious disease director Kris Ehresmann said the fraction of fully…

Us Jobless Claims Fall to 684,000, Fewest Since Pandemic

March 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving. Thursday’s report from the Labor Department showed that jobless claims fell from 781,000 the week before. It is the first time that weekly applications for jobless aid have…

Surfer Jumps Into Rough Lake Superior Waves To Rescue Man, Dog Near Lift Bridge

March 24, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — A surfer visiting Duluth was in the right place at the right moment, jumping into Lake Superior to save a man and a dog trapped in the rough waves on Wednesday. The wild scene played out on a pier near the Lift Bridge around 2 p.m. A wheelchair-bound woman was with her dog and her aide when…

Gordy’s Hi-Hat Opens in Cloquet

March 24, 2021

Adam Jagunich,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Gordy’s Hi-Hat opened for its 61st season today. This year is quite different than past years due to the pandemic, as the restaurant continues its carhop service, along with a window outside where you can order. Check out the story above from Fox 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich on opening day, which was quite busy. Categories: News, News –…

Man Arrested After Shooting In Duluth Heights

Investigator witnessed the suspect shoot from a vehicle.

March 24, 2021

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – One man was taken into custody Wednesday evening after a shooting in the Duluth Heights neighborhood involving several rounds. A spokesperson for the Duluth Police Department said the shots were fired around 5 p.m. at the intersection of Baylis Street and Pecan Avenue. An investigator witnessed the shooting go down while under surveillance for a different case…

Local Unions Handing Out Free Food Thursday at The DECC

March 24, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– While the pandemic is making it hard for some Northlanders to put food on the table, one local organization is trying to get their hands on some. Volunteers from local unions are going to be hosting a Farmers to Families giveaway at the DECC by the Irvin. Giving away 2,600 boxes of food filled with meat, cheese, milk,…

CSS Returning to Full In-Person Learning this Fall

March 24, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– The college of St. Scholastica is preparing to bring students back to the classrooms. This comes after CSS has been in a hybrid learning model all school year. The plan is for all students and faculty to return this fall for in-person learning. “About a year ago, we were transitioning all of our classes to an online format…

Lakewalk to Reopen this Summer on Grandma’s Marathon Weekend

March 24, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Construction on a section of Duluth’s Lakewalk in Canal Park has been ongoing over the last year to fix extensive damage caused by storms and erosions over time. Now, there is now an end date in sight for its completion this summer. Fences and construction equipment have been one of the sights seen around Canal Park over the…

$2.9 Million Proposal Would Better Prepare Minnesota Communities for Effects of Climate Change

The Proposal of $2.9 Million Would Provide Grants to Roughly 15 Communities in Central, Northeastern Minnesota

March 24, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Climate change is expensive, and now with a new proposal from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), funding for preventative planning and infrastructure repairs could become a reality. The proposal is for $2.9 million in grant money to be spent over the next two years. According to the MPCA, funding would help…

Port Authority Leaders Anticipate Great Shipping Season

The shipping season officially begins today as the Soo Locks have already opened.

March 24, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – The shipping season officially begins today as the Soo Locks have already opened. Leaders at the Duluth Seaway Port Authority are expecting a great 2021 season, anticipating a rebound from the pandemic-induced lows of the 2020 season. Iron Ore is the number one cargo by tonnage through the port. The indicators for that cargo are positive. They…

Downtown Duluth Inn to be Converted into Permanent Housing

As the need for housing the homeless grows in the Northland, multiple organizations are now coming together to convert a motel downtown into a new housing facility.

March 24, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – As the need for housing the homeless grows in the Northland, multiple organizations are now coming together to convert a motel downtown into a new housing facility. The Downtown Duluth Inn will soon be converted into housing for the homeless after a $2.6 million purchase agreement was signed on Tuesday. The motel itself was used throughout the…

Justices: Drunk Rape Victim Was Not ‘Mentally Incapacitated’

March 24, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A person who is sexually assaulted while intoxicated does not fit the designation for a more serious charge if he or she consumed the alcohol or drugs voluntarily, the Minnesota Supreme Court said in a ruling released Wednesday. The opinion stems from the case of Francois Momulu Khalil, a Minneapolis man who was convicted of third-degree criminal…

Records Suggest Defendant Called 911 During Minnesota Attack

March 24, 2021

The Associated Press,

BUFFALO, Minn. (AP) — A man charged with carrying out a mass shooting at a Minnesota health clinic last month allegedly called 911 during the attack and told the dispatcher he was the shooter and to send “a lotta ambulances,” records show. Medical assistant Lindsay Overbay was killed and four other staff members were wounded in the Feb. 9 shooting at the…

Minnesota Power Employee Dies From Injuries Sustained While Working on Electrical Equipment

March 24, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Power announced on Wednesday afternoon that an employee has died after sustaining injuries Tuesday while working at a substation near Bovey. Company officials say the employee “experienced an electrical contact while working on electrical equipment at the substation.” The employee was quickly transported to Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital by local emergency responders and was later…

Wisconsin GOP Leaders Praise State’s Vaccination Efforts

March 24, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is calling on the state’s business community to “step up” and return workers to offices around the Fourth of July. Vos and Republican Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu also joined together Wednesday in praising Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ administration for its vaccination efforts. They spoke during a virtual event hosted by…

Spirit Valley Home Damaged in Electrical Fire

March 24, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A home in Spirit Valley sustained $40,000 worth of damage when a fire broke out early Wednesday morning. According to the Duluth Fire Department, fire crews responded to reports of a fire around 3:32 a.m. at 4706 West 5th Street. When fire crews arrived at the scene they found flames engulfing the rear addition of the home….

Midday Update 3-24-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2021

March 24, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Longtime Blues Musician Mick Sterling Stopping in Duluth to Promote New Book

Sterling Will Visit Duluth's West Theatre Thursday, Mar. 25, and Friday, Mar. 26 to Discuss the Book and Perform

March 24, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many people throughout the region know Mick Sterling as the soulful rock singer and leader of many bands, a key performer in the annual Bayfront Blues Fest, plus as a committed philanthropist. In his new book, And Else: A Version of Life According to Mick Sterling, readers get to meet Mick Sterling, the engaging observer and talented…

The ‘Fur-Beatles’ Are Officially Back Together

Cloquet Resident and Owner of the Fur-Beatles, Joe Thompson, is Thrilled to Welcome the Final Member to His Squad

March 24, 2021

Brett Scott,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Harrison, Paul, and Ringo. Those names are synonymous with three-quarters of arguably the most recognizable band in history. But something was missing for one passionate pet owner in Cloquet. “You can’t have the Fur-Beatles with just three,” said Joe Thompson, owner of the Fur-Beatles. You may recognize Thompson from a couple of years ago when FOX 21…

College of St. Scholastica Planning To Return To In-Person Learning This Fall

March 24, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The College of St. Scholastica announced on Wednesday that it is planning for a more “normal semester” for fall 2021. The college says it is making plans to return to full in-person learning and has appointed a Planning Task Force to develop plans for a safe return to the campus. The Task Force, comprised of faculty and…

Walz: Minnesota Ranks First in the Nation in Vaccines Administered

March 24, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Tim Walz announced today that Minnesota currently ranks number one in the country for the highest percentage of vaccine dosages administered. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota has administered 88.55% of the vaccine dosages received. “I am so proud of all the hard work done in our state to make Minnesota…

Jury Set for Ex-Cop’s Trial in Floyd Death; Starts Monday

March 24, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A jury has been seated for the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer in George Floyd’s death, with opening statements set for Monday. The final juror was chosen Tuesday, more than two weeks after the process began. Attorneys and the judge worked through more than 100 people, dismissing most because they acknowledged strong views about an…

Morning Update 3-24-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2021

March 24, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Low Interest Rates Continue To Fuel Home Sales in Wisconsin

March 24, 2021

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — It’s been another record for home sales in Wisconsin this past month. The latest figures from the Wisconsin Realtors Association found nearly 4,395 homes were sold in February, up 5.5 percent from the same month last year. Marquette University economist David Clark, who produces the monthly reports in conjunction with the WRA, said extremely low mortgage rates…

Two Women Killed in Carlton County Crash

March 24, 2021

The Associated Press,

CLEAR CREEK, Minn. (AP) — Two women have died in a crash in northeastern Minnesota, according to the State Patrol. The two died Tuesday evening in a single-vehicle crash that shut down a portion of Highway 23 in Carlton County, the patrol said. The victims have been identified as 35-year-old Angela Severson, of Pierre, South Dakota, and 36-year-old Jennifer Bokusky,…

Sweet Success: Brule River Farm Continues 30-Year Tradition of Maple Syrup Making

Brule River Farm Will Sell Their Homemade Maple Syrup at Superior Farmers Market Starting May 26

March 23, 2021

Brett Scott,

BRULE, Wis. – As the seasons change, the sap is running wild in the north woods. For the owners of Brule River Farm in Brule, Wisconsin, it’s a season they look forward to year-round. “It’s something we wouldn’t do if we didn’t like it, and it’s a passion for us, it keeps us busy,” said David Dumke, co-owner of Brule…

Canal Bark Recovering After Tough Pandemic Year

Before the pandemic, about 50 to 70 dogs would board at Canal Bark per night, now owners said they're improving at 10-15 per night.

March 23, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As people are slowly starting to travel again, doggy daycare facilities like Canal Bark are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel after a quiet year. Before the pandemic, about 50 to 70 dogs would board at Canal Bark per night. But last year, there were no more than 5 at a time throughout…

‘Tacos Tacos Tacos’ Brings Mexican Flavor to Downtown Duluth

The owner says opening up during the pandemic came with challenges, like securing equipment, importing ingredients, and hiring.

March 23, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A slice of authentic Mexican cuisine opened up downtown in the old Coney Island space on East Superior Street. The joint is called Tacos Tacos Tacos. They serve a variety of authentic Mexican taqueria favorites most notably Al Pastor style: pork rotating on a spit cooked over a low flame. The owner says opening up during the pandemic…

First Photo to Close Doors After 28 Years in Business

Printing at First Photo will be available through the end of this month, with the business closing in late April.

March 23, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A longtime photo printing and photography store in Duluth is closing its doors after more than 28 years in business. The owner of First Photo on Central Entrance Road says it wasn’t necessarily just the pandemic. He says demand for high quality photo orders and prints has dropped over the years as more people took to sharing photos…

Duluth Man Arrested in Lincoln Park Home Invasion, Assault

A felony warrant was also issued to the victim for violating his supervised release for a separate criminal court case -- days before this latest crime.

March 23, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man was arrested on Saturday after breaking into a home in the Lincoln Park neighborhood and assaulting the 92-year-old female resident. According to the criminal complaint, officers responded to a burglary in the 700 block of North 20th Avenue West around 4:00 p.m. Saturday. When officers arrived at the residence they learned that the…

Mayou Running for Duluth City Council

A Duluth native and UMD grad has announced they are running for the second district city council seat after Joel Sipress announced he’s not running again.

March 23, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth native and UMD grad has announced they are running for the second district city council seat after Joel Sipress announced he’s not running again. Mike Mayou is running for the seat that has been filled by Sipress for the last two terms. Mayou says if elected, he will focus on needs relating toe the pandemic…

City of Superior Considering Giving Land to Build Single Family Homes

The City of Superior is considering giving away land to build several single-family homes with the goal of getting more people invested in the city.

March 23, 2021

Jane Kim,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The City of Superior is considering giving away land to build several single-family homes with the goal of getting more people invested in the city. Throughout the Twin Ports and the nation, homes for sale are at an all-time low as demand continues to soar in part due to the pandemic. Now the city of Superior is…

More People Can Get the Vaccine in Wisconsin

Across the state of Wisconsin, more people are now eligible for the vaccine.

March 23, 2021

Jane Kim,

WISCONSIN – Across the state of Wisconsin, more people are now eligible for the vaccine. Previously eligible groups included law enforcement, health care workers, along with those 65 and older. Now Douglas County health officials say they are going through more groups including people with disabilities along with those 16 and older who have underlying health conditions including diabetes, obesity,…

Local Breeder Sees Career Best Litter

"Usually we expect to have eight to ten puppies per litter."

March 23, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – The local kennel Wolfe Den Retrievers is celebrating its most recent litter of American pointing lab puppies. “Usually we expect to have eight to ten puppies per litter,” Wolfe Den Retrievers Owner, Colette Wolfe Dickmeyer says. Lucy, the first-time mom, surprised her owners with sixteen. “This is a first for me. The biggest litter I ever…

Lt. Gov. Barnes Discusses Pandemic During Presentation with UWS

March 23, 2021

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-The UWS Link Center, which works to build partnerships between the school and the community, hosted Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes today during a virtual presentation focused on the defining moments of COVID. We are just a few days away from the anniversary of the Governor’s Safer at Home Order and Barnes says things are getting a lot better in…

Need for Disputed Pipeline Argued in Minnesota Appeals Court

March 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Court of Appeals has heard arguments over Enbridge Energy’s Line 3 replacement project in northern Minnesota, which opponents are calling unnecessary due to an eventual decline in the demand for oil. The Minnesota Department of Commerce, along with the Red Lake Band of Chippewa, the White Earth Band of Ojibwe, and…

Booze-To-Go Approved by Wisconsin Senate

March 23, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Booze-to-go will be easier to purchase in Wisconsin under a pair of bills passed Tuesday by the state Senate. One would allow bars and restaurants to sell mixed drinks and glasses of wine to go with tamper-evident seals. The Senate approved the bill on a 28-2 vote with no debate. The Assembly passed it next week. It…

Midday Update 3-23-21

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

March 23, 2021

Brett Scott,

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