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Interfaith Gathering In Support of Refugees

Several dozen people gathered together at the Statue of Liberty replica near the DECC in solidarity and in support of refugees on World Refugee Day.

June 20, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Several dozen people gathered together at the Statue of Liberty replica near the DECC in solidarity and in support of refugees on World Refugee Day. The gathering drew people of all ages and faith backgrounds: Christian, Muslim and Jewish. Individuals offered support for asylum seekers, migrants and refugees throughout the world who are displaced and without homes….

Two More Duluth Assisted Living Facilities Have COVID-19 Cases

June 20, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two more assisted living centers in Duluth now have confirmed COVID-19 cases. The Benedictine Living Center on Kenwood Avenue confirmed on its Facebook page that two of its residents have tested positive for COVID-19. The center says those individuals have been isolated and staff has been dedicated to care for them. Meanwhile, Ecumen Lakeshore on London Road…

Minnesota Special Session Ends With No Deal on Policing

June 20, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota legislative leaders traded barbs Saturday after a special session collapsed Saturday with no deal on revamping policing following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The Republican-controlled Senate adjourned just after 6 a.m. Saturday. GOP Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka repeatedly had said that Friday was his deadline for adjournment. Gazelka blamed “behind the scenes arm-twisting”…

Second Former MPD Officer Charged in Death of George Floyd Released on Bail

June 20, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A second former Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of George Floyd is out of jail after posting bail. According to online records, 26-year-old J. Kueng, posted bail of $750,000 and was released from the Hennepin County Jail, with conditions, about 7:30 p.m. Friday. Kueng is charged with aiding and abetting both second-degree murder and manslaughter…

More Protesters March from Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial; Celebrating Juneteenth

While celebrating the freedom of enslaved people in the South, protesters said more change must come for people of color.

June 19, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the day known as Juneteenth, crowds gathered at the Clayton, Jackson, McGhie Memorial on East First Street to march to City Hall — protesting the oppression Black, Indigenous and People of Color still feel over a century later. “Juneteenth to us isn’t just a celebration. It’s a beacon of hope for change,” said Northland March host Garett…

Ecolibrium3 Gets Gifted $10,000 From “Lifting Up Lincoln Park” Campaign

Nearly $70,000 was raised during the thick of the Covid-19 pandemic.

June 19, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – At the start of the pandemic, owners of OMC Smokehouse and Duluth Best Bread started the “Lifting Up Lincoln Park” campaign to help the community support local businesses and charities. Thanks to the fundraising efforts the group presented Ecolibrium3 with a $10,000 check, on Friday. The pair of owners began selling cookbooks, with OMC’s most popular barbecue…

Grandma’s Marathon Pop-Up Shop Encourages Runners

The pop-up shop runs through Saturday.

June 19, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn – A pop-up shop in Canal Park is encouraging runners who planned to run this year’s Grandma’s Marathon. Something as simple as Grandma’s Marathon merchandise might be the added motivation for runners as they deal with this new way of participating in the annual race. Leadership for the Grandma’s Marathon had to make the difficult call to cancel…

DTA Receives $3 Million From C.A.R.E.S Act

"Keeping our level of service high during these times to meet demand is very important," said DTA's Director of Marketing David Clark.

June 19, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn – The U.S. Department of Transportation recently awarded a $3 million grant to the Duluth Transit Authority as a response to the coronavirus pandemic. The grant is part of $25 billion set aside from the C.A.R.E.S Act to support transportation systems in the nation. During the pandemic, DTA has offered free bus rides to minimize financial constraints for…

Discovery Center Reopens in Chisholm

The Discovery Center offers opportunities to learn about all things Iron Range such as mining, logging, and even geology.

June 19, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

CHISHOLM, Minn – The Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm is now open after three months shut down due to COVID-19. The museum, park, trolley, mini-golf, and Redhead Trail is now available for visitors. The Discovery Center offers opportunities to learn about all things Iron Range such as mining, logging, and even geology. The museum and trolley does have certain limits…

Crowd Marches from Bayfront Park to Duluth City Hall Protesting Police Brutality

June 19, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland is celebrating Juneteenth, the day the last slaves in the southern U.S. were freed. At the same time, groups are also rallying against police brutality. Hundreds of protesters marched over I-35 from Bayfront Park to Duluth City Hall demanding justice for black lives and the de-funding of Duluth Police Department. “Collectively we as a people…

Hundreds Attend Juneteenth Rally in Duluth

June 19, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn.-Hundreds are attending a Juneteenth rally in Duluth tonight at City Hall. Marchers came from two different locations for the event including Bayfront Festival Park and the Clayton-Jackson-McGhie Memorial. Those at the event are celebrating the abolishment of slavery in the U.S., which occurred on June 19, 1865. The event also serves as a rally against police brutality. We’ll…

New Bishop Appointed for Diocese in Duluth

Father Michel Mulloy will now serve and lead the diocese in Duluth.

June 19, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Father Michel Mulloy will now serve and lead the diocese in Duluth. Pope Francis appointed Father Mulloy to be the 10th Bishop of the Diocese and is succeeding Bishop Paul Sirba, who unexpectedly passed away on December 1st. Mulloy says Duluth is a city that he says has welcomed him with open arms. “I ask the good…

Experts Talk COVID-19 and Itasca County

Experts came together today virtually in Itasca County to talk about how they are handling COVID-19.

June 19, 2020

Jane Kim,

ITASCA COUNTY – Experts came together today virtually in Itasca County to talk about how they are handling COVID-19. When it comes to contact tracing, testing, and longterm care facilities, they said today, it’s tough to know what the future holds with all the uncertainty surrounding the virus. “The great wildcard is what does this fall and winter look like,…

2020 Bayfield Apple Festival Canceled

June 19, 2020

Site Staff,

BAYFIELD, Wis. – The 59th Annual Bayfield Apple Festival has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. The Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau and it’s Board of Directors made the announcement Friday that the three-day event that draws in thousands of people every year will be postponed until 2021. “After nearly 60 years, Apple Festival has become a strong part of…

Ashland Police Chief to Retire Next Month

June 19, 2020

Site Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. – Ashland Police Chief Jim Gregoire announced Friday that he is retiring next month. Gregoire says his last day will be July 3. He has been with the Ashland Police Department for over 23 years. The news of Gregoire’s retirement comes shortly after Ashland Mayor Debra Lewis announced that a federal lawsuit had been filed against the city…

Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Ashland Police

June 19, 2020

Site Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. – A federal lawsuit has been filed against the city of Ashland and five Ashland Police Officers, according to a recent news release from the Ashland Mayor, Debra Lewis. The release states the lawsuit is in connection to the 2018 arrest of 39-year-old Andres Rodriguez who pointed a gun at a minor child while trying to intervene in…

EPA Fines Enbridge $6.7M Over Pipeline Safety Issues

June 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Garret Ellison | MLive) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Federal regulators have fined Enbridge $6.7 million for allegedly failing to quickly fix pipeline safety issues. Enbridge said Thursday that the Alberta, Canada-based company has settled with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and agreed to pay the fines, levied in May. Regulators alleged that Enbridge violated a 2017 consent decree. Among other things,…

Gov. Walz Declares Friday ‘Juneteenth Freedom Day,’ Calls on Legislature to Make it a State Holiday

June 19, 2020

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has declared Friday “Juneteenth Freedom Day” in Minnesota to commemorate this day in 1865 when slavery ended in the United States. Walz is also calling on the state Legislature to make Juneteenth a state holiday. “Juneteenth marks our country’s second Independence Day, celebrating freedom and justice and emphasizing education, achievement, and tolerance,” the governor’s proclamation reads….

Midday Update 6-19-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 19, 2020

June 19, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 19, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, June 19

June 19, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 32,031 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 17 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,361 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 475,152 tests have been completed to date. There are 27,709 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 3,748 patients have required hospitalization…

Officer Involved in Breonna Taylor Shooting to be Fired

June 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville’s mayor said Friday that one of three police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor will be fired. Mayor Greg Fisher said interim Louisville police Chief Robert Schroeder has started termination proceedings for Officer Brett Hankison. Two other officers remain on administrative reassignment while the shooting is investigated. Fischer said officials could not…

Twins Remove Ex-Owner Griffith Statue Over Racist Remarks

June 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Paul Battaglia, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have removed a statue of former owner Calvin Griffith at Target Field, citing racist remarks he made in 1978. Griffith’s statue was one of several installed when the team opened its ballpark in 2010. Griffith moved the Washington Senators to Minnesota for the 1961 season, and the team was renamed…

St. Luke’s Infectious Disease Doctor on Public Preparedness: “I Think There’s Room For Improvement”

St. Luke's Infectious Disease Physician Dr. Andrew Thompson Speaks on COVID-19 Preparedness in the Northland

June 19, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – “I think there’s room for improvement, at least here in our local community,” said Dr. Andrew Thompson, Infectious Disease Specialist with St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth. Dr. Thompson made this statement when asked about his personal view on how safe and cautious residents in the Northland have been during the COVID-19 pandemic. As Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan…

Duluth YMCA on Mask Protocol, More Phased Reopening Details

The Downtown Branch of the Duluth Area Family YMCA Officially Reopened Monday, June 15

June 19, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The downtown branch of the Duluth Area Family YMCA officially reopened to the public Monday, June 15. Since then, new developments have come forth in the facility’s phased reopening, along with safety measures and protocols. Staff is required to wear a face mask at all times according to the Minnesota Department of Health guidelines. There are some…

Regents Select Tommy Thompson as Interim UW president

June 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: UW System) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — University of Wisconsin System regents announced Friday they have selected former Gov. Tommy Thompson as the system’s interim president, another twist in what’s become a messy search to replace outgoing President Ray Cross. Regents President Andrew Petersen asked Thompson to jump into the position, according to a system statement. Thompson will take over…

Morning Update 6-19-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 19, 2020

June 19, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 19, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, William Seay

Bishop-Elect Appointed by Pope for Dioceses of Duluth

June 19, 2020

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Diocese of Duluth) DULUTH, Minn. – A Bishop-elect has been appointed for the Diocese of Duluth. According to a Friday press release, Pope Francis has appointed Father Michael. J. Mulloy, from the Diocese of Rapid City, South Dakota, to be the 10th bishop of the Diocese of Duluth. Mulloy’s episcopal ordination and installation will be held on Thursday, October…

Great Lakes Aquarium Reopens

This season the aquarium celebrates its 20th anniversary

June 18, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Great Lakes Aquarium has reopened for the first time since March. “Everybody that I’ve seen come in this building, it just brings a big smile to my face,” said executive director Jay Walker. “It just feels like getting back to some level of normalcy.” Guests are asked to ‘follow the flow’ and give themselves around the…

Sen. Klobuchar withdraws from VP consideration, tells Biden to choose woman of color for running mate

June 18, 2020

Dan Hanger,

(KMSP-TV) Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar says she has told presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to choose a woman of color as his running mate, effectively withdrawing her name from consideration. Since ending her own bid and endorsing Biden for president, Klobuchar has been viewed as a favorite to join the ticket with Biden, who vowed to choose a female running…

More Disease-Carrying Ticks Being Found in Minnesota

30-40 percent of adult deer or black-legged ticks have Lyme Disease

June 18, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Minnesota Department of Health, more ticks that carry Lyme disease and other illnesses are being found across the state. 30-40 percent of adult deer or black-legged ticks have Lyme disease. Health experts are more concerned with that species than the larger and more common wood or dog tick. Ticks can only transmit disease if…

Terese Tomanek Sworn in to Duluth City Council

Tomanek replaces Barb Russ, who recently resigned for medical reasons

June 18, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth officially has a new city councilor. Terese Tomanek was sworn into the council Thursday. She’s replacing Barb Russ, who recently resigned for medical reasons. Tomanek lives in the Congdon neighborhood and works as an on-call chaplain at Essentia Health. Prior to that, Tomanek was a chiropractor for 27 years and served as a campus minister at…

Logging Industry Professionals Weighing Options Amid COVID-19 Related Setbacks

All this comes after paper manufacturing company, Verso, announced its indefinite shutd0own in Duluth by the end of June, having a domino effect on the industry.

June 18, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

GARND RAPIDS, Minn. – Logging industry professionals gathered to discuss COVID-19’s far-reaching and detrimental impacts on their industry on Thursday. All this comes after paper manufacturing company, Verso, announced its indefinite shutdown in Duluth by the end of June, having a domino effect on the industry. Loggers, truckers, plus county, state, and federal land management officials among other industry workers…

Grand Opening for New King of Creams Location

June 18, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.– One popular restaurant in Duluth is adding a second location up in Hermantown. The King of Creams opened their second location in Hermantown earlier this week. And there is a grand opening on Saturday. While COVID-19 did delay the opening of the new spot, management at the restaurant says they are excited to be open again and to…

DLH Clothing to Sell Limited Amount of Pride Shirts

DLH Clothing is now taking pre-orders for pride shirts they are selling in honor of pride month.

June 18, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – DLH Clothing is now taking pre-orders for pride shirts they are selling in honor of pride month. The shirts are available in two designs: one with the logo in rainbow colors, and the other in waves and rainbow colors to symbolize the Duluth area. With 50% of the proceeds going the local “Together for Youth” organization supporting…

Senior Spotlight – 6/18

June 18, 2020

Alexandra Burnley,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Minnesota Lays Out School Reopening Plan

June 18, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– K-12 schools in Minnesota wrapped up their distance learning for the spring. But there still is uncertainty about what schools should do in the fall amid the pandemic. Thursday, the Minnesota Department of Health and the Department of Education have started laying out initial plans to schools for the fall. “Ultimately, we know that schools and families are…

City of Duluth Delays Adding 2800 Snow Removal Signs

June 18, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Financial shortfalls because of the pandemic have caused the city of Duluth to make budget cuts in several areas, including the city’s Snow Emergency Plan. The city is going to hold off from buying 2,800 new snow removal signs, saving over half a million dollars. Last fall, the city of Duluth updated its Snow Emergency Plan and found…

City Plans To Remove “Chief” From Job Titles

Two positions within the city would be first to reflect the new initiative.

June 18, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council will be considering a language change for certain job titles held by city staff. The intent is to allow the city to more accurately reflect an inclusive community. The city is considering new plans to drop the word “chief” from all city employee job titles. The goal is to help move away from…

City Moves to Change New Duluth Flag Statement To Provide More Inclusion

"I think our administration values how diverse our community is and focuses on not erasing those voices specifically for people of African heritage or people of color," said City Planner Mollie Hinderaker.

June 18, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is it taking another step forward towards being more inclusive. The city is changing to the wording of a statement associated with the new Duluth flag design. Last year, the City of Duluth created a contest to help find a new design for the city flag after much of the community requested a…

Local Steelworkers Union Use Billboards To Send Message Regarding Essentia Layoffs

More billboards are expected to go up throughout the Northland including Ely, Spooner, and Ashland.

June 18, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – New billboards may catch your attention the next time you are traveling on the Blatnik Bridge or on I-35. The United Steelworkers Union Local 9460 is using the platform to send a strong message to the community for support and to Essentia Health as they are planning to lay off nine hundred employees in the northland. The…

Local Church Hosts Rummage Sale

Despite the pandemic, rummage sales are still popping up in the Northland.

June 18, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Despite the pandemic, rummage sales are still popping up in the Northland. Norton Park United Methodist Church hosted the five-day event from Wednesday to Saturday of last week and today. The church implemented social distancing guidelines and the wearing of masks to keep people safe. The money raised would help the church. It had a tough past…

Delivery Orders Keep Restaurants Busy

In recent months, Northland restaurants have been incredibly busy as delivery orders have stayed pretty consistent during the pandemic.

June 18, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – In recent months, Northland restaurants have been incredibly busy as delivery orders have stayed pretty consistent during the pandemic. At Domino’s Pizza in West Duluth, there has been a 30% to 35% increase in deliveries. The lobby to the store is closed so guests have to either call ahead of time or order online to get their…

Duluth Mayor Larson to Recommend New City Attorney

June 18, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Emily Larson announced Thursday that she will nominate Rebecca St. George as Duluth’s new City Attorney. For the past six years St. George has served as the staff attorney to the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. City officials say the City Council will vote on the nomination at the City Council meeting on…

Minnesota Promises Late July Decision on K-12 Schools

June 18, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health and education officials on Thursday asked school administrators to plan for three scenarios on reopening in the fall and promised a decision by the week of July 27 on which of the three will be used. K-12 schools will be restarted under the cloud of the coronavirus. The state Health and Education departments asked administrators…

Level 3 Predatory Offender Relocates in Duluth

June 18, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say a level 3 predatory offender has moved to the West Duluth neighborhood earlier this month. According to the police, 47-year-old James Demetrius Redd has a history of sexual conduct and contact with known female teenagers. The conduct has included taking sexually explicit pictures of victims. The contact did include penetration. Redd is described as…

Midday Update 6-18-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, June 18, 2020

June 18, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, June 18, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, June 18

June 18, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 31,675 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 19 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,344 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 460,879 tests have been completed to date. There are 27,566 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 3,718 patients have required hospitalization…

Minnesota Officials Prepare to Announce Fall School Plans

June 18, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — State health and education officials will announce plans Thursday for how Minnesota schools will conduct classes this fall after they were shut down this spring to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Deputy Commissioner Heather Mueller will join the Minnesota Department of Health officials at an afternoon briefing to discuss “the new fall planning guidance for…

Superior, Sponsors Ready to Launch ‘Sweet Streets’ Bike Safety Program

The Launch Will Happen Saturday, June 20 from 1 - 3 p.m. at Superior Public Library

June 18, 2020

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – After many months of hard work and dedication behind the scenes, Jenny Van Sickle, Superior city council member, and many fine sponsors are thrilled to be launching a new bike safety program called ‘Sweet Streets.’ The launch is happening Saturday, June 20 from 1 – 3 p.m. at the Superior Public Library. Families are welcome and encouraged…

Morning Update 6-18-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, June 18, 2020

June 18, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, June 18, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, William Seay