Morning Update 3-3-2022
Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, March 3, 2022.
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Fewer Americans Apply for Jobless Benefits Last Week
WASHINGTON (AP) - Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week reflecting a low level of layoffs across the economy. Jobless claims fell by 18,000 to 215,000 for the week ending February 26, from 233,000 the previous week, the Labor…
Politicians, Students, And Supporters React To President Biden's UWS Visit
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The Yellowjacket Union welcomed President Joe Biden on Wednesday afternoon, along with a number of politicians, students, and supporters who were ecstatic that the commander-in-chief chose Superior as his first…
Pres. Biden Stops at UWS to Talk Bolstering Blatnik Bridge, Other Northland Infrastructure Needs
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Bridges were front and center of President Biden's speech as he made Yellowjacket Union at UWS his first stop after the State of the Union Address Tuesday. “Hello Wisconsin, the President…
Power of Storytelling at UMD'S Equity, Race, Ethnicity Summit
DULUTH, Minn.- Members of the BIPOC community hoped to build more bridges with the power of their stories at UMD's annual Summit on Equity, Race and Ethnicity. More than 400 people were set…
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany Responds to Biden's Visit
DULUTH, Minn.- Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany of Wisconsin stopped by FOX 21 to give his take on the President's infrastructure tour. Tiffany says he agrees with Biden about investing in the nation's aging infrastructure…
Supporters and Protesters out for the President's Visit to UWS
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Along Belknap Street in Superior, both supporters and protesters were mixed together on the sidewalks. With signs and flags waving, both sides had some things to say while making a stand for…
FOX 21 @ 5:30: President Biden's Visit To Twin Ports
The video above is FOX 21's team coverage at 5:30 p.m. of President Joe Biden's visit to the Twin Ports. We'll have expanded coverage on the news at 9 p.m.
LIVE: President Joe Biden Speaks at UW-Superior To Promote His Infrastructure Legislation
SUPERIOR, Wis. - President Biden delivers remarks at the UWS Yellowjacket Union on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Fitbit Recalls 1 Million Ionic Watches After Burn Injuries
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Google-owned Fitbit has recalled 1 million of its Ionic smartwatches after dozens of users reported burn injuries after the battery overheated. The fitness gadget maker says anyone who bought the $299 watch with the model…
State of the Union: Biden Vows to Halt Russia, Hit Inflation
WASHINGTON (AP) - Addressing a concerned nation and anxious world, President Joe Biden has vowed in his first State of the Union address to check Russian aggression in Ukraine, tame soaring…
Stabbing in Duluth Leaves Woman in Critical Condition
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth police say a woman is in critical condition after she was stabbed Wednesday morning in the Kenwood neighborhood. Authorities were dispatched to the 1700 block of Kenwood Avenue around 5:15 a.m. on reports of a stabbing.…
Duluth Ukrainians Relieved, Thankful City Changed Course To Light Lift Bridge
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s iconic Lift Bridge shined blue and yellow in support of Ukraine for the first time Tuesday evening, adding to the slew of iconic structures across the country and world…
Virginia City Hall Lights Up For Ukraine
VIRGINIA, Minn. - The city of Virginia joined cities across the world Tuesday in standing with Ukraine. “Tonight through March 15, the City Hall cupola will be lit in blue and yellow as…
St. Scholastica's Danylo Sukhonos Describes Family Struggles in Ukraine
DULUTH, Minn. - Since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, we've been able to hear how the conflict has impacted people right here in the Northland. That includes a St. Scholastica hockey…
Carmody Irish Pub Celebrates Mardi Gras
DULUTH, Minn. - Tuesday is Mardi Gras, the last day before season of Lent begins, and traditionally a day to get in those last fatty foods before 40 days of fasting. Carmody Irish Pub…
DFD puts out Safety Reminder for Those Out on Lake Superior
DULUTH, Minn. - Anglers, skaters, and bikers were out on Lake Superior Tuesday, soaking up the sun and enjoying the ice while it's still around. Though the warmer temps make being out on the…
Superior Mayor Grateful President Putting Infrastructure Focus On The City
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Mayor Jim Paine says it's an honor that President Joe Biden is choosing Superior as his first stop after the State of the Union speech. It's a common tradition for presidents to…
Volunteers Coming to Spirit Mountain to Help with 18th Great Lake Mono Ski Madness Camp
DULUTH, Minn.- After missing last year, the Great Lake Mono Ski Madness Camp is back for its 18th year. The camp is specialized for those with a lower extremity disability that use a mono-ski.…
Superior YMCA Steps Up To Help Royalton Manor Residents Without Hot Water
SUPERIOR, Wis. --- The Superior YMCA is helping residents of the Royalton Manor who have been affected by a hot water outage there. Those residents are welcome to stop in and use free passes…
UW-Superior Preps for President Biden's Visit
SUPERIOR, Wis. - For the first time since Harry Truman came through the city in 1948, a sitting President will be making a stop in Superior Wednesday. UW-Superior’s Yellowjacket Union is…
Bob Tavani House Receives Grant to Expand Services
DULUTH, Minn. - An organization that helps homeless people recovering from acute medical conditions in the Twin Ports is planning on how it can sustain and expand its services in the future. Bob Tavani…
CHUM Recieves $12,000 Donation from Essentia to Kick Off Minnesota FoodShare Month
DULUTH, MN - To kick off Minnesota FoodShare month, CHUM Foodshelf received a big donation from a community partner. Essentia Health made a $12,000 cash donation to CHUM. The money comes from a percentage…
Justices Weigh if Trafficking Defense Applies to Homicide
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The Wisconsin Supreme Court is grappling with whether to allow a woman accused of killing a man to argue at trial that the homicide was justified because she was a sex trafficking victim. The case could…
Thousands Evacuate in Worst Australian Floods in a Decade
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) - Tens of thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate their homes and hundreds of thousands more have been told to prepare to flee as…
Morning Update 3-1-22
Happy March! Here's the news and weather to start your day.
Coffee Conversation: PAVSA's Bonspiel and Beverages Fundraiser at Wild State Cider
DULUTH, Minn.- PAVSA Executive Director talks this week's Bonspiel and Beverages Fundraiser. Stop by for some cider and watch 8 teams made up of experienced and new players enjoy a laid-back curling tournament…
Russia Kills 5 in Attack on Kyiv TV Tower
(AP) - Ukrainian officials say Russian forces have fired at the Kyiv TV tower and Ukraine’s main Holocaust memorial, among other civilian sites. Ukraine’s State Service for Emergency Situations said the strikes on…
Flowering Medical Marijuana Now Available in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesotans who use medical marijuana now have a new way of consuming cannabis. Starting Tuesday, everyone who is registered for medical marijuana can apply to get it in its purest form, dried flower. According to…
Scientists Take Rare Look Under Great Lakes’ Frozen Surfaces
STANDISH, Mich. (AP) - Scientists have fanned out across the Great Lakes' frozen surfaces to learn what happens underwater during winter. U.S. and Canadian teams have visited all five lakes in recent weeks. They've drilled into the ice to take…
