Wednesday's Lunchtime Update
DULUTH, Minn. — Here’s your Lunchtime Update of news and weather on this Wednesday!
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US Overdose Deaths Hit Record 107,000 Last Year, CDC Says
NEW YORK (AP) — More than 107,000 Americans died of drug overdoses last year, setting another tragic record in the nation’s escalating overdose epidemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated Wednesday. The provisional 2021 total translates to roughly…
American Heart Association Talks Heart Health Awareness
DULUTH, Minn. -- The American Heart Association hosted its Go Red For Women luncheon event at the DECC Wednesday to raise awareness about heart disease, which is the No. 1 killer in…
Coffee Conversation: Saginaw Woman Discovers Hidden Talent To Draw
SAGINAW, Minn. - Imagine having a talent you never knew you were capable of until your adult years in life. That's exactly what happened to Barb Fremling who two years ago discovered she is…
US Inflation Hit 8.3% Last Month But Slows From 40-Year High
WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation slowed in April after seven months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing a financial strain on American households. Consumer prices jumped 8.3% last month from 12 months…
Shipping, Business Leaders Share Excitement for Cruise Ships' Arrival in Duluth May 30th
DULUTH, Minn.- In roughly 3 weeks cruise ships will sail their way into the Port of Duluth Superior for the first time since 2013. “I think this voyage is filled with a lot…
A Hot Day? In Duluth?? Many Soak Up First 70-Degree Day of Year at Park Point Beach
DULUTH, Minn.- The summer-like day brought sunbathers, swimmers, surfers, and more to Park Point Beach Tuesday. With no cool breeze and some playful waves, it was the perfect opportunity to cool off in the…
Vista Fleet Returns for 2022 Tourism Season
DULUTH, MN - The Vista Star has returned to the Duluth Harbor after spending the winter in Washburn Wisconsin. After undergoing a hull examination with the Coast Guard and getting a new paint job,…
Charter Fishing Season is Back Underway in Duluth
DULUTH, MN - Another sign of spring in the Northland is the charter fishing boats back in the water down by the William A. Irvin. It took a little longer to get the…
Depot Foundation Honors Contributions to Local Art, Community
DULUTH, Minn.- The Depot Foundation honored some special people for their contributions to local arts, and the community as a whole. The Depot Foundation Circle of Friends, Arts, and Culture Awards and Celebration was…
Jay Cooke State Park Getting Busier With Warmer Weather
CARLTON, Minn. - The river is flowing, the snow is melting and it's now a busy time of year at Jay Cooke State Park. "We think spring may have actually sprung here in the…
Digital Wellness Event at Cloquet Public Library
DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday, an event called Digital Wellness for Teens, Tweens, and Caregivers was held at the Cloquet Library. One of the leaders from the Carlton County Youth Collaborative spoke at the event. She said…
Sweet Treats for Wrenshall High School
DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday, the Dairy Queen in Cloquet helped raise money for Wrenshall high school's Spirit Night. Customers who bought a sweet treat from the DQ tonight had 15 percent of their total at…
New Oral Health Hub Set to Open in Downtown Duluth Later This Year
DULUTH, Minn. - Within the next year there will be more options for children to receive dental care in the Northland. Minnesota-based Children's Dental Services is in the process of opening a full service…
National Train Day Celebration at Lake Superior Railroad Museum
DULUTH, Minn.- This Saturday is National Train Day. The Lake Superior Railroad Museum plans to celebrate with a variety of activities for the public. National Train Day started in honor of the Transcontinental…
Go Red for Women Luncheon held at The DECC
DULUTH, Minn.- Almost half of all American women over the age of twenty have some form of cardiovascular disease, making it the number one killer of all women in our country. But,…
The Rambler Gearing Up for Food Truck Season
DULUTH, Minn.- Today is finally feeling more like May, and many Northlanders have been out and about, experiencing a little spring fever. Of course, one great way to enjoy the weather is grabbing a…
Duluth City Council Approves Projects for Affordable Housing
DULUTH, Minn.- Affordable housing continues to be an issue across the country, and Duluth is no exception. Now, Duluth City Council has approved applications for up to 480 units of new affordable housing. Those…
$1.5M Bail For Minnesota Woman Accused In Deaths Of 2 Babies
RED WING, Minn. (AP) — Unconditional bail was set at $1.5 million Tuesday for the Minnesota woman charged with leaving her newborn son to die beside a lake nearly 20 years ago and who authorities say abandoned another infant in the Mississippi…
Musk Says He Would Reverse Twitter’s Ban Of Donald Trump
LONDON (AP) — Elon Musk said he will reverse Twitter’s permanent ban of former President Donald Trump if the Tesla CEO follows through with his plan to buy the social media company. Musk, speaking virtually at a Future of the…
Jumping Worms In Minnesota: How To Stop The Spread
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The University of Minnesota is asking for the public’s help in stopping the spread of the "highly invasive" jumping worm. The U says with summer on the way and more people getting into activities like gardening and fishing,…
Pandemic Gets Tougher To Track As COVID Testing Plunges
ASSOCIATED PRESS -- Testing for COVID-19 has plummeted across the globe, making it much tougher for scientists to track the course of the pandemic and spot new, worrisome viral mutants as they emerge and spread. Experts say testing has dropped…
Water Is Flowin' At Gooseberry Falls State Park
With the spring melt and recent rainfall, the water is now flowing -- or even gushing -- at Gooseberry Falls State Park in Lake County. FOX 21's Nathaneil LeCapitaine takes you there!
Coffee Conversation: North Shore Scenic Railroad Revs Up For Season
DULUTH, Minn. -- The North Shore Scenic Railroad is revving up for the season, especially National Train Day this Saturday, May 14. Click the videos below for a conversation with NSSR Station Master Josh Miller and Executive Director Ken Buehler. …
MN Ovarian Cancer Alliance 'Disappointed' New Lift Bridge Lighting Policy Won't Include Requests
DULUTH, Minn. - One of the most vocal organizations in support of lighting Duluth's Lift Bridge for special causes is "disappointed" Mayor Emily Larson's new policy still restricts that from becoming a reality…
Essentia Leaders, Employees Get Sneak-Peek Inside New Cloquet Urgent Care Clinic Opening Next Week
CLOQUET, Minn.- Essentia leaders and employees got a sneak peek Monday of the hospital's 73rd clinic to open up in the Northland region -- a new Urgent Care clinic in Cloquet. The new 7,600…
Life House In Need Of $10k More For Recording Studio For Homeless, At-Risk Youth
DULUTH, Minn-. A new music recording studio could soon come to Duluth's Hillside, but this one hopes to provide an outlet for homeless and at-risk youth. Life House Duluth purchased a building…
Applications Due Soon For Bong Center’s Veterans Fishing Trip To BWCA
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The deadline is nearing for veterans to apply for a free fishing trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, compliments of the Richard I. Bong Veteran’s Historical Center in Superior. May…
