Morning Update 1-12-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, January 12, 2022.
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US Inflation Soared 7% In Past Year, the Most Since 1982
WASHINGTON (AP) - Prices paid by U.S. consumers jumped 7% in December from a year earlier, the highest inflation rate since 1982, and the latest evidence that rising costs for food, gas, rent and other necessities are heightening the financial…
Mayor Larson's Office Responds To Council's Mask Mandate Failure
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and her administration released a statement Tuesday in response to the city council's failure to pass a new mask mandate Monday night and after the council agreed…
Black Water Lounge Is Back Open In Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Downtown Duluth's premiere martini bar, Black Water Lounge, is finally back open after three years in the dark. If you liked the atmosphere before, you’ll be happy to know that vibe remains…
Lake Superior Ice Festival is Back Jan. 28-29
The Lake Superior Ice Festival is back for its sixth year at its current capacity. There are a lot of new activities happening this year including an ice carousel, hot air balloon rides,…
Hit the Dance Floor at New North Shore Ballroom Studio in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- For anyone looking to try something new this New Year there's a new ballroom dance studio in Duluth looking for people who want to try moving and grooving into 2022. The North…
Collector's Connection Hopes To Reach More Hobbyists with New Superior Location
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A longtime comic book and hobby store in Duluth has expanded to cater to enthusiasts across the bridge. Collector's Connection opened its new location on Tower Avenue in Superior this past Black…
Building Material Prices on the Upswing
DULUTH, Minn.-For those looking to build or remodel their homes this year, now is the time to start planning. Lumber prices are on the upswing right now as production has been slow due to the…
Businesses Reopen after Condemned Esmond Building Fire Monday
DULUTH, Minn.- Some businesses in Lincoln Park opened back up Tuesday after Monday’s intense fire at the condemned Esmond Building, which once housed the Seaway Hotel. Caddy Shack Indoor Golf and Pub is just…
All Superior Students Required To Mask Up Again Wednesday
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Starting Wednesday, masks are back for everyone in Superior Schools -- less than a week after making masks optional when cases were low enough among students and staff. But…
Duluth East Lockdown Lifted After 'Non-Specific Threat'
DULUTH, Minn. - A lockdown has been lifted at Duluth East after authorities say they received an anonymous tip around 2:05 p.m. of an alleged bomb threat. According to a press release sent out by the school district, DPD officers…
City Crews To Remove Snow in Downtown, Lincoln Park Beginning Wednesday
DULUTH, Minn. - City crews will begin removing snow in the Downtown and Lincoln Park Business Districts Wednesday in an effort to improve on-street parking and reduce the amount of accumulated snow from the sides of streets. In a Tuesday…
Governor Walz Launches ‘Kids Deserve a Shot’ Vaccine Incentive Program for Kids 5-11
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Governor Walz on Tuesday announced the launch of the next phase of the ‘Kids Deserve a Shot’ vaccine incentive program to encourage Minnesota families to get their kids 5- to 11-years-old fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In…
Superior School District to Reinstate Mask Mandate Wednesday
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Superior School District will be reinstating a mask mandate in all district buildings for all staff, students, and visitors effective Wednesday. According to a Tuesday afternoon Facebook post, the decision was made as a result of…
Midday Update 1-11-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 11, 2022.
City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in Duluth Heights Neighborhood
DULUTH, Minn. - City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Duluth Heights neighborhood. The break was reported Tuesday morning and is located on the 4300 block of West Arrowhead Road. City officials…
Pfizer: Omicron-specific COVID-19 Vaccine Human Trials To Begin Late January
(FOX 9) - Pfizer will begin human trials of an omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine beginning in late January, a company spokesperson confirmed Monday to FOX TV Stations. "We already have begun work on a DNA template tailored to the sequence of…
Morning Update 1-11-22
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 11, 2022.
Nickel Mine Developer Has Major Commitment From Tesla
TAMARACK, Minn. - The company that plans to develop a nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota has made a major supply deal with Tesla, the electric vehicle maker. Tesla has committed to purchasing 75,000 metric tons of nickel concentrate over six…
Emergency Mask Mandate Fails to Pass with Unanimous Vote By Duluth City Council
DULUTH, Minn.- There will be no indoor mask mandate in the City of Duluth, as the emergency ordinance failed to garner the unanimous vote needed by City Council Monday night. The discussion about a…
Nearby Residents, Business Owners React To Esmond Building Fire
DULUTH, Minn.- The frigid firefight at the condemned Esmond building Monday required all hands on deck from not just firefighters but business owners and community members in Lincoln Park. Staff at the All-American…
Cold Weather Not Slowing Down Can of Worms Work Much
DULUTH, Minn. - Monday was too cold to work on the Can of Worms project, but it doesn’t happen very often. As long as the temperature is warmer than 10-below, workers are on site…
Duluth Fire Crews Extinguish Third Fire at Condemned Esmond Building this Winter
DULUTH, Minn.- A massive fire took over the former Seaway Hotel now known as the condemned Esmond Building in the Lincoln Park Craft District Monday, challenging firefighters with its fast spread in sub-arctic temperatures.…
Safe Heating Tips as Temperatures Drop Below Zero
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Recent deadly building fires in New York City and Philadelphia are bringing extra attention to safe home heating practices. The Superior Fire Department says heating equipment is one of the top causes…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Ruth House Opens 'Free Store' In Superior
In this week's Knowing Your Neighbors, Ruth House Twin Ports has expanded its ministry by opening a free store in Superior.
When Temperatures Go Below Zero, Proper Clothing Important
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Temperatures around zero will keep many of us inside, but there are those who need to go out for work, or who choose to enjoy the outdoors this time of year. When…
Hospitals Talk About Reasoning Behind Endorsing Now-Failed Duluth Mask Mandate
DULUTH, Minn. -- Essentia Health and St. Luke's had a united front when it came to endorsing the now-failed mask mandate proposal that went up for a vote on Monday during Duluth city council's meeting.…
Beargrease Patio Pub Kickoff Event at Ursa Minor Brewing
DULUTH, Minn.-There was a patio pub kickoff at Ursa Minor Brewing on Monday in preparation for the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, one of many fundraising efforts happening this month. Beargrease had…
Home COVID Tests To Be Covered by Insurers Starting Saturday
WASHINGTON (AP) - Starting Saturday, private health insurers will be required to cover up to eight home COVID-19 tests per month for those on their plans. The Biden administration announced the change…
Ryan Redington Sled Dog Team Allegedly Struck, Injured by Snowmobiler
BAYFIELD, Wis. - 2020 Breagrease Sled Dog Marathon winner Ryan Redington says he and his dog sledding team were involved in an alleged hit-and-run snowmobile accident on Saturday. According to a Facebook post by Redington on the Bayfield County Snowmobile…
