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St. Louis County Recommending Masks in Indoor, Public Places

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. - St. Louis County public health officials say they are recommending face masks be worn in indoor, public places regardless of vaccination status due to substantial transmission of COVID-19 throughout the county. "We are as frustrated…

Graham 1st Vaccinated Senator to Test Positive for COVID-19

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Sen. Lindsey Graham has tested positive for the coronavirus. The South Carolina Republican is the first senator to disclose a breakthrough infection after being vaccinated. Graham said in a statement Monday afternoon that he “started having…

Midday Update 8-2-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, August 2, 2021.

University of Minnesota Reimposes Indoor Mask Mandate

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The University of Minnesota is reinstituting its indoor mask mandate for everyone on campus, regardless of vaccination status, starting Tuesday. University President Joan Gabel sent an email to students, faculty, and staff on Monday informing…

Morning Update 8-2-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, August 2, 2021.

Two People Have Died, One Injured in Wadena House Fire

WADENA, Minn. (AP) — Two people have died and one person has been injured in a house fire in central Minnesota. The fire broke out about 4 a.m. Sunday in Wadena, according to authorities. First responders found a juvenile outside…

Evictions Expected to Spike as Pandemic Moratorium Ends

BOSTON (AP) - Housing courts around the country are ramping up work following the end of the federal eviction moratorium. Housing advocates fear the end of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moratorium over the weekend will result in…

The South St. Louis County Fair Comes to a Close

PROCTOR, Minn.- The South St. Louis County Fair is wrapping up Sunday, overcoming obstacles like severe weather and personal tragedy to bring a festive five days to the city of Proctor. The fair was able…

Duluth Resident Holds BBQ Benefitting Homeless

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth resident who overcame homelessness decided to give back to that population with a barbecue to raise money and donations Saturday. The event took place in the Central Hillside Park next…

'Duluth Farmers' Market Jam Band' Plays On

DULUTH, Minn.- The unofficially named Duluth Farmers' Market Jam Band is a group of strangers who first met at the market years ago and now play music together at pop-ups each season. “It's just…

Experts Warn Of Health Impacts from Smoky Conditions

FARGO, N.D.-- The extension of those air quality alerts means those smoky conditions are going to stick around longer in the Northland. Local medical experts say to "use common sense and avoid prolonged exposure outdoors".…

UPDATE: Water Rescue Underway Off Park Point

UPDATE: DULUTH, Minn.- The swimmer was taken aboard Marine 19 and transferred to shore. He is not injured and in good spirits. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ DULUTH, Minn.-A water rescue is underway on Park Point. The rescue is happening off the 4200 block…

Hillside Makers Market Grand Opening

DULUTH, Minn.-- On E 9th Street, the Hillside Makers Market set up for its grand opening, bringing local craftspeople together to showcase their products. The HMM is a pop-up market that is providing a…

Airport Auto Hosts Annual Swap Sale

DULUTH, Minn.-- In 1977, a local man purchased a Texaco gas station in Duluth, and after operating it for a couple of years, he decided to shift gears towards following his passion, which are…

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