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Superior National Forest, BWCA Tightens Fire Restrictions

DULUTH, Minn. - On Thursday, the Superior National Forest announced campfires of any kind will no longer be allowed in the Forest or the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The newly tightened restrictions include a ban on fires even in…

Midday Update 7-22-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 22, 2021.

US Jobless Claims Rise to 419,000 From a Pandemic Low

WASHINGTON (AP) - The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose last week from the lowest point of the pandemic, even as the job market appears to be rebounding on the strength of a reopened economy. Jobless claims increased to…

Meet the Maker Behind Superior Street Baking

DULUTH, Minn. - This week's Cooking Connection takes us inside the kitchen of Duluthian Jaimie Nere. She's the creator behind Superior Street Baking. Nere values quiet time when her little ones are sleeping.…

72% of Minnesota in Drought After Weeks of Hot, Dry Weather

ST. PAUL, Minn. - The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows 72% of Minnesota is currently experiencing severe drought. That's up from last week when 52% of the state was considered to be in severe drought. Minnesota Public Radio News reports…

Morning Update 7-22-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 22, 2021.

The Superior Vocation Center Changes Name

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Vocation Center is rebranding. The training facility is celebrating its name change to "Embark Supported Employment,” bringing in new ways of helping the disabled community. “Embark is very important for…

State Parks Closely Monitoring Dry Conditions

ESKO, Minn. -- As campgrounds around the area continue their busy summer, state parks in the area are keeping a close eye on the dry conditions. Park staff are asking people to be careful…

Poor Air Quality Continues to Affect Health

DULUTH, Minn.- The current air quality alert in the Northland is moderate to unhealthy for sensitive groups, while other parts of Northern Minnesota are experiencing very unhealthy conditions. Medical experts advise people stay indoors and…

Duluth Public School Return in the Fall

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth public schools are returning to in-person classes in September. All grades will go back for a full five-day week of learning, but social distancing alternatives are available for high school students through…

Duluth Fire Stations are Re-opening to the Public

DULUTH, Minn.- It has been 16 months since Duluth fire stations have been able to do community events and conduct educational tours, but they are re-opening to the public on august 1. Duluth fire stations…

COVID-19 Cases in US Triple Over 2 Weeks

MISSION, Kan. (AP) - COVID-19 cases have tripled in the U.S. over two weeks amid an onslaught of vaccine misinformation. The spike in infections is straining hospitals, frustrating doctors, and pushing clergy into the fray. Across the U.S., the seven-day…

Midday Update 7-21-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 21, 2021.

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