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UMD Introduces Robots to Assist in Nursing Homes

The robotic handy helpers are expected to be delivered to Monarch's facilities by the end of the year.

October 13, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — UMD’s robotics program is helping nursing homes in the area get the quality care they need while also helping facilities experiencing staffing shortages. Monarch healthcare bought these robots to help staff in several of their local nursing homes. They can help patients with daily physical and cognitive skills. For those patients who may not be receiving regular…

Stella Maris Academy Acquires Former Hills Youth and Family Services Property

October 13, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Wednesday, Stella Maris Academy announced the purchase of the former Hills Youth and Family Services property. The property will be the site of the Academy’s new high school which is set to open in the fall of 2022. The former Hills property is adjacent to the St. John’s campus and is situated on 140 acres of…

Minnesota Zoo searches for lost owl

October 13, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: MN Zoo via Twitter) APPLE VALLEY, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Zoo is searching for a lost owl. KFGO reported Wednesday that Gladys, the zoo’s Eurasian eagle owl, flew off during a routine exercise and training session earlier this month and didn’t return. Zoo staff believes Gladys is probably still within the zoo’s 485-acre, heavily forested grounds. They’re asking…

Plow Drivers Gear Up for Winter Season

It's annual plow training time for street maintenance workers in Duluth featuring both classroom work and hands-on training.

October 13, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The winter season is getting closer. That’s why a group of maintenance operations workers in Duluth spent Tuesday getting some special training to help make sure they are ready for action when the first snowfall hits. It’s annual plow training time for street maintenance workers in Duluth featuring both classroom work and hands-on training. “Once we do…

Minnesota Court: Workers’ Comp Can’t Cover Medical Marijuana

October 13, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Supreme Court says workers’ compensation for injured employees doesn’t cover medical marijuana because the drug remains illegal under federal law. The high court issued a pair of rulings Wednesday that overturned lower court orders for employers to pay for medical marijuana to treat work-related injuries. Federal law prohibits the prescribing and possession of marijuana regardless…

Judge Won’t Block Vaccine Mandate for Minnesota Workers

October 13, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A federal judge won’t block a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for scores of Minnesota health care workers, at least for now. Nearly 200 Minnesota health care workers filed a lawsuit in September challenging the requirement from President Joe Biden’s administration that all workers in most health settings get vaccinated or lose their jobs. The workers argued…

Beds, Staff at Duluth Hospitals Stretched Thin Under St. Louis County’s COVID Surge

COVID patients take up 59 of the hospital beds at Essentia St. Mary's Medical Center -- the highest they've seen since last winter. At St. Luke's, 25% of the ICU beds are filled with COVID patients.

October 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Louis County continues to see an uptick of COVID-19 cases, while the country overall is seeing a dip. The surge is continuing to fatigue health systems according to experts, as they urge more to get vaccinated and mask up. “Now, while much of the country experiences a decrease in COVID transmission following the latest peak, there’s some…

Lake County Ambulance Service Provides Update on Supplies, Staff

Right now, Shepersky said they're not facing a critical shortage of workers, but losing even one employee could impact services.

October 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- Lake County Ambulance service, covering Two Harbors and Silver Bay is seeing higher demand for services. According to Executive Director Julia Shepersky, ambulance medical supplies PPE, and certain medications are all in high demand, making them harder to get at times. Right now, Shepersky said they’re not facing a critical shortage of workers, but losing even one…

Volunteers ‘Desperately’ Needed For Bentleyville Setup

October 12, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – America’s largest free walk-thru Christmas light display, Bentleyville Tour of Lights, is facing a serious lack of volunteers to get everything set up. Owner Nathan Bentley said volunteers are “desperately” needed every weekend before opening in November. He’s averaging 10 volunteers on Saturdays and Sundays, which is 90 people short of what’s needed to put up millions…

Heritage Center, Clyde Iron Works to be Connected

Clyde Iron Works is also preparing to open its own brewery called 'Clyde Brewing.'

October 12, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Food and sports are getting closer to being connected at Lincoln Parks biggest entertainment venue. Crews are preparing to link the heritage sports center to the nearby Clyde Iron Works restaurant with an enclosed walkway. This will help all hockey players, their parents, and friends don’t have to truck it outside in Duluth’s winter weather to get…

Local Ski Shop is Selling Out Fast

October 12, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Northlanders have been preparing for winter in more ways than one, and it seems several people got a head start during the summer. Since the pandemic led to more people picking up outdoor activities, sporting goods stores keep busy with customers. Ski Hut in Duluth has been continuously selling out of skis all summer long, and the sales…

Sporting Goods Preparations for Winter Athletic Gear

October 12, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- More sporting goods stores are preparing for winter by restocking shelves and organizing their shops. Customers are coming in to Play It Again Sports for skates, hockey sticks, and more. Like other sports supply stores, Play It Again is experiencing high demand in products and a supply shortage. The sports shop regularly orders products throughout the year but…

Knights of Columbus Collects Coats for Kids

October 12, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- This year, the Minnesota Knights of Columbus collected more coats than expected to distribute to kids in the Northland. The council has participated in Coats for Kids for nearly six years now, and after not being able to do it last year due to the pandemic, the group can provide 96 children with a warm winter coat. The…

Northland Film School Offers New Film Courses

October 12, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- More opportunities are underway for filmmakers, editors, and writers, with three different courses offered through the Northland Film School. “Wherever you go, I think in Northern Minnesota, there’s such a rich kind of history and strong identity,” said filmmaker Matthew Koshmrl. “And I thought this would be a really great place to facilitate film school.” Northland Film School…

Vigil For Bereaved Parents Will Be Held At The Duluth Angel Of Hope Statue

October 12, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — This annual vigil brings a sense of peace to those who are silently suffering among us. No parent should ever have to bury their child, but more often than not, that seems to be the case. A yearly vigil that honors the lives of children who have passed away, and the loved ones they left behind is…

Minnesota COVID-19 Positivity Rate Hits Vaccine-era High

October 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s COVID-19 test positivity rate has soared to 8.3%, the highest mark since the vaccines first rolled out late last year. The seven-day rolling average for the state’s positivity rate continues to climb toward the high-risk category. The state draws that line at 10%. Meanwhile, COVID-19 hospitalizations in Minnesota reached 960 as of Monday and…

Amazon Distribution Center Coming to Twin Cities Suburb

October 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — An Amazon distribution center is coming to a Twin Cities suburb. The St. Paul Pioneer Press reported Monday that the 517,000-square-foot facility will open in Woodbury late next summer. The center is expected to generate 500 jobs and may add another 500 during the holiday season. The building will be Amazon’s third large-scale facility in…

Lake Dedicated to Veteran Fishing Trips Receives Large Donation

Legacy Lake was Born Back in 2009 After the Land was Purchased by Local Businessman Larry Schanno

October 12, 2021

Brett Scott,

FINLAND, Minn. – This October marks 30 years since the Minnesota Veterans Home in Silver Bay first opened its doors. Since then, hundreds of residents have resided there, experiencing events and opportunities with the close community inside. One summer activity takes the cake, year after year. “Got a big one! Oh, I lost him,” said Frank Stella, a retired U.S….

Eviction Protections Ending for Minnesota Renters

October 12, 2021

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – When millions of Americans were unable to work because of the COVID-19 shutdown, a ban on evictions went into effect to help those behind on their rent. In Minnesota, those protections end Tuesday. The only exception is for renters who have already applied for rental assistance through the state. Tenants with pending rental assistance claims will have protection…

No Charges for Task Force Members in Winston Smith Death

October 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Smith Family via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A central Minnesota prosecutor has decided not to charge two members of a U.S. Marshals Service task force who fatally shot Winston Smith Jr., a Black man, in Minneapolis. Crow Wing County Attorney Don Ryan said in a letter dated last week that the task force members were justified in using deadly…

2 Men Charged in St. Paul Bar Shootout That Left 1 Dead

October 12, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Scott Takushi/Pioneer Press via AP) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Two men have been charged in connection with a weekend shootout at a busy St. Paul bar that left one woman dead and 14 people injured. Police say 27-year-old Marquisha Wiley was killed early Sunday when gunfire broke out at the Seventh Street Truck Park bar. She was shot in…

Nursing Shortage Affecting St. Ann’s, Lake Superior College’s CNA Program

60 people are employed at St. Ann's Residence, when 70 is what is considered full staff.

October 11, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- While there’s been much about pandemic-fueled stress on Minnesota hospitals, the state’s long-term care industry is now facing a workforce shortage like no other. Now schools like Lake Superior College are struggling to graduate students into more entry-level healthcare positions to fill the void. “There is a huge need locally, regionally, across the state as well as nationally…

St. Louis County Depot Hosting Haunted History Tours

Masks are required in the depot for all events.

October 11, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Depot has some brand new activities for the Halloween season. For the first time, the depot will host haunted history tours throughout the month of October ending with a free family event on October 30th. Organizers say the goal is to indulge people in historical areas of the depot that aren’t always talked…

Politicians and Community Leaders Discuss Affordable Child Care

October 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Both community and political leaders gathered for a roundtable discussion in Duluth today regarding affordable child care for Northeastern Minnesota. U.S. Senator Tina Smith and Mayor Emily Larson attended the roundtable held at the Duluth Public Library to hear from child care providers and their needs. In the past year, Senator Smith secured $50 billion for Minnesota child…

Child Care Providers Support New Build Back Better Plan

October 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Several local child care providers attended today’s child care roundtable in Downtown Duluth to hear about the proposed Build Back Better budget plan. The owner of learning Tree Child Care, Liz Fox, provides in-home care to families, but with the pandemic, she has seen a decline in people needing child care due to the pandemic. Job loss, remote…

American Red Cross Experiencing Blood Shortage

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

October 11, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

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

Duluth Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day

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

October 11, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

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

Minnesota Clinic Shooting Brings Premeditated Murder Charge

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

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

Duluth Man Arrested for Alleged Possession of Child Pornography

October 11, 2021

Site Staff,

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

Minnesota Halts Deer Importation, Movement Within State

October 11, 2021

The Associated Press,

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

UMD Student Organizations Clean Up Parks around City

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

October 10, 2021

Arman Rahman,

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

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

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

October 10, 2021

Arman Rahman,

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

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

October 10, 2021

Site Staff,

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

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

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

October 9, 2021

Arman Rahman,

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

First Annual Big Tent Fall Festival Deemed Success

October 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

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

All Things Horror At Zeitgeist Arts Cafe

October 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

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

13th Annual Suicide Awareness Memorial Walk in Carlton

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

October 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

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

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

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

October 9, 2021

Arman Rahman,

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

Annual Sports and Collectors Show at Miller Hill Mall

October 8, 2021

Natalie Noury,

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

UMD Planning to Enhance Fan Experience at AMSOIL Arena

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

October 8, 2021

Claudia Chakamian,

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

Cruise Industry Could Cause Boost in Duluth Economy

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

October 8, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

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

City Seeking Public Input with Broadband Survey

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

October 8, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

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

Businesses are Busy with Customers Winterizing

October 8, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

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

Road Maintenance Workers Needed in Duluth

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

October 8, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

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

Woman found fatally shot in Crow Wing County cabin

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

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

Midday Update 10-8-21

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

October 8, 2021

Site Staff,

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

97% Of University of Minnesota Students Vaccinated Before Mandate Deadline

October 8, 2021

Site Staff,

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

Man Given Probation in Fatal St. Paul Shooting

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

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

Morning Update 10-8-21

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

October 8, 2021

Site Staff,

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

Minnesota Health Leaders Warn of Strain on Caregivers, Kids

October 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

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