Midday Update 1-14-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, January 14, 2022.
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Waukesha Parade Suspect To Stand Trial for Murder
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A Wisconsin court commissioner has ordered a Milwaukee man accused of plowing his SUV through a suburban Christmas parade, killing six people and injuring dozens…
6-Year-old Struck, Killed on Highway in Mille Lacs County
ONAMIA, Minn. (AP) - The State Patrol says an individual struck and killed on an east-central Minnesota highway was a 6-year-old girl. The patrol says the child was in the lanes of traffic when she was struck on Highway 169…
Morning Update 1-14-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, January 14, 2022.
Heavy Snow in Midwest Slows Travel, Closes Scores of Schools
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Heavy snow spread across a large swath of the Midwest, where travel conditions deteriorated and scores of schools closed or moved to online instruction. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for parts of Minnesota,…
City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Piedmont
DULUTH, Minn. - City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood. The break was reported Friday morning and is located on the 3300 block of Celia Street. City officials say…
Duluth City Councilors Join Mayor Larson For Inauguration
DULUTH, Minn. - Four Duluth city councilors were sworn in Thursday through a virtual ceremony with Mayor Emily Larson. Therese Tomaneck, Azrin Awal and Mike Mayou were all inaugurated as the newest members…
Acting St. Louis Co. Atty. Kimberly Maki Running For Official Office This Nov.
DULUTH, Minn. - Acting St. Louis County Attorney Kimberly Maki, who recently took over for Mark Rubin who retired after more than 40 years of service, has announced she's running to keep that seat in…
Mayor Larson Announces 30-Day Duluth Mask Mandate; Restaurant Assoc. Not Thrilled
DULUTH, Minn. -- Just days after the Duluth City Council was unable to unanimously vote to pass a new city-wide mask mandate, and after councilors agreed Mayor Emily Larson should take the lead on…
St. Louis County's Size, Local Governments Within County Make It Unlikely For Mask Mandate
DULUTH, Minn. -- St. Louis County’s Public Health Director, Amy Westbrook, spoke in support of Duluth’s mask mandate Thursday, and the county released a statement on its take on a possible county wide…
Eveleth Celebrating 100th Anniversary Of Hippodrome On Saturday
EVELETH, Minn. - The 100th anniversary of the Hippodrome opening in Eveleth will be celebrated this weekend. For the past century, it's been the venue where quite a few famous hockey stars have graced the…
Songwriters Encouraged to Enter North of Nashville Competition
DULUTH, Minn. - Songwriters have their chance to earn a spot to showcase their talents at Duluth’s Fourth Fest. The North of Nashville showcase is asking for original song submissions through January 21 to…
Free Fishing Weekend Nears in Wisconsin, Minnesota
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - This weekend will be the best chance for people new to ice fishing to give it a try. It is “Free Fishing Weekend” in Wisconsin for anyone without a license. In Minnesota…
Wisconsin Healthcare Systems Under Pressure
Wisconsin healthcare systems are still under pressure due to the increase of COVID cases and staffing shortages. In Wisconsin, 95 percent of intensive and intermediate care beds are currently in use, and 13,000 thousand new…
Aerial Lift Bridge Temporarily Shut Down After Person Climbs To Top
DULUTH, Minn. - The Aerial Lift Bridge was temporarily shut down Thursday evening after authorities said someone climbed to the very top of the structure. The city alerted people to stay away from the area around 7 p.m. "We are…
Mayor Larson Announces 30-Day Mask Mandate
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson on Thursday announced at a City Hall press conference that she is putting a 30-day mask mandate in place effective Friday at 5:00 p.m. The mask mandate will last through 5:00 p.m. on…
Mining Ban Near Boundary Waters Once Again on the Table
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) - The ongoing tug-of-war over whether mining should be allowed near the pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness has been resurrected with strong opinions on both sides of the issue. Federal officials once again gathered feedback from…
BWCA Quota Permit Reservations Available at End of Month
DULUTH, Minn. - Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness quota permit reservations will be available starting January 26 at 9:00 a.m. for the 2022 season. Visitors are encouraged to book their reservations for May 1 through September 20 online at www.recreation.gov…
National Guard to Staff Wisconsin Hospitals, Nursing Homes
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin National Guard troops will help fill staffing shortages at the state’s hospitals and nursing homes over the coming weeks due to a surge in COVID-19 patients, Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday. The governor said troops…
Walz Earmarks $40M for Emergency Hospital Staffing
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is earmarking $40 million in federal COVID-19 relief to bring in hundreds of emergency hospital workers as the omicron variant causes a surge in infections across the state. State health…
Supreme Court Halts COVID-19 Vaccine Rule for US Businesses
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job. At the same time, the…
Minneapolis Schools Move Instruction Online as Virus Surges
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minneapolis Public Schools will pivot to online instruction for two weeks because the coronavirus has significantly reduced the number of school staff available for in-person learning. Virtual education will begin Friday with students returning to the classroom…
Duluth Mayor Larson to Hold COVID-19 Press Conference
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson will hold a press conference today at noon along with St. Lukes, Essentia, and St. Louis County Public Health. The press event will be held on the front steps of City Hall and…
Midday Update 1-13-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, January 13, 2022.
The Heat Stays On: Earth Hits 6th Warmest Year on Record
(AP) - Two U.S. science agencies say 2021 was the sixth hottest year on record globally, part of a long-term warming trend. NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Thursday released measurements showing how hot last year was. It…
Chocolate Avocado Mousse: Try This Healthier Dessert Recipe
DULUTH, Minn. - This delicious dessert qualifies as a "raw foods" dessert as well as vegetarian. Chocolate Avocado Mousse can be made a couple of days ahead. A delicious and nutritious treat that…
Northland Newborns 1-13-22
Every Thursday morning on FOX 21 Local News from 7 – 9 a.m., we’re teaming up with Essentia Health to showcase Northland Newborns. Calling all proud parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles! Email a…
Spirit Mountain Invites Community to Experience New Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
DULUTH, Minn. - If you’re looking to beat the winter blues, the staff at Spirit Mountain invites you to check out their new, free ice skating rink that’s now open to the public. “I’m…
Morning Update 1-13-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, January 13, 2022.
Duluth Police K9 Safely Takes Down Burglar For Arrest
DULUTH, Minn. - You can thank a Duluth K9 for catching a burglar in the act. The crime went down around 3 a.m. Wednesday at the 27 Liquor store located on the corner of…
