The Cool Kind of Camping Tech
DULUTH, Minn. - If you’re in the wild this summer – you’re not alone. The number of first-time campers during the pandemic reached more than 10 million and access to cellular/Wi-Fi while camping,…
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Morning Update 7-30-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, July 30, 2021.
‘Happy Tears’: Lee’s Gold Sparks Joy at Home in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Family and friends in Minnesota broke into cheers and screams for Sunisa Lee. She was one of their own, and the 18-year-old gymnast had captured the women's all-around gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Her triumph delighted…
Canadian Wildfires Causing Air Quality Concerns in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - An air quality alert remained in effect for most of Minnesota as the state deals with smoke from Canadian wildfires that has created some of the highest particulate readings on record. Gov. Tim Walz and several other…
Worker, Supply Shortages Continue for Duluth Businesses
DULUTH, Minn.-- It's continued to be a busy summer for businesses here in Duluth but establishments are still struggling to find workers. Tacos Tacos Tacos on Superior Street in the HART District downtown has been…
Thickest Wave Yet of Wildfire Smoke Covers Northland
DULUTH, Minn.-- It's another busy day along the Lakewalk in Duluth. But as air conditions change due to the wildfires, health officials are urging some extra caution. The smokiest air yet from the Canadian wildfires…
Businesses are Expecting Crowds
HAYWARD, Wis.- It has been a tough year for a lot of businesses across the Northland but those at the Lumberjack World Championships are happy to see people return to these large events. “It's…
The Lumberjack World Championships Returns
HAYWARD, Wis.- The 61st annual Lumberjack World Championships and festival in Hayward, Wisconsin, where competitors, fans and vendors are gathering for all things wood. Although last year's event was canceled due to the pandemic people…
States Prepare for End of Renters Moratorium
TWIN PORTS-- With the rental moratorium slowly on its way out, Minnesota and Wisconsin are both taking extra steps to make sure renters are caught up, and not left in a…
All Pints North Featuring Over 100 Breweries
DULUTH, Minn.-- More than one hundred breweries from around the state of Minnesota will be set up at Bayfront Festival Park on Saturday as All Pints North returns to Duluth. Featuring different craft…
Sidewalk Sales in the District Begin
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- Sidewalk Sales in the District is back in Superior, and various stores are featuring discounted prices on some of Superior's best downtown products. 14 different stores are participating, and offering discounts…
USDA Issues Drought Disaster Declaration in Parts of Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn. - The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a natural drought disaster designation for 14 Minnesota counties due to worsening drought conditions in the state. According to the USDA website, "This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United…
Minnesota Will Offer $100 for New COVID-19 Vaccinations
(FOX 9) - Governor Tim Walz announced on Thursday that Minnesota will offer $100 per new COVID-19 vaccination a new initiative from the White House. The effort is another attempt to increase low vaccination numbers in Minnesota and beyond, as…
DTA Announces Temporary Service Reduction Due to Parts, Labor Shortages
DULUTH, Minn. - The DTA announced Thursday that it will be temporarily suspending four routes effective this Sunday, August 1. Officials say the reason for the suspensions are due to challenges in obtaining parts for buses, and a Bus Operator…
Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency After Severe Wisconsin Storms
MILWAUKEE (AP) - Strong thunderstorms caused widespread damage across Wisconsin, left tens of thousands without power, and triggered tornado warnings. The severe weather stretched from the Mississippi River to Lake…
DEDA Approves Development Agreement to Demolish Former Seaway for Potential New Apartment Building
DULUTH, Minn. -A potential new apartment building may be replacing the former Seaway Hotel in Duluth's Lincoln Park neighborhood. On Wednesday, the Duluth Economic Development Authority approved a development agreement for the proposed 45-unit mixed-use apartment building. Merge LLC says…
Midday Update 7-29-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 31, 2021. Have a great day!
City Crews Responding to a Water Main Break in Lakeside
DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Lakeside Neighborhood. The break was reported around 11:00 a.m. Tuesday and is located at North 43rd Avenue East and Tioga Street Alley.…
Canceled Blueberry/Art Festival Now Going Virtual
ELY, Minn. - The 40th annual Blueberry/Art Festival that was canceled over the weekend due to damaging severe thunderstorms is now going virtual. Festival organizers announced on Facebook Wednesday that they will be hosting a virtual festival "to help…
St. Luke's Rejuvenation Center Welcomes New Massage Therapy Services
DULUTH, Minn. - St. Luke's Rejuvenation Center has a new option for people looking for relaxation, eliminating stress and reducing pain. Licensed Massage Therapist Megan Martin is now offering massage therapy. Massage benefits can…
Biden to Allow Eviction Moratorium to Expire Saturday
BOSTON (AP) - The Biden administration will allow a nationwide ban on evictions to expire Saturday. The end of the moratorium comes as advocates and some lawmakers call for it to be extended in the face of rising coronavirus cases…
Patience Yields Perfection at 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.…
Morning Update 7-29-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 31, 2021. Have a great day!
Wisconsin COVID-19 Cases 7-Times Higher Than Month Ago
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin are twice as high as a week ago and seven times as high as a month ago, fueled by the more contagious delta variant. State health officials on Wednesday again…
Man Charged With Killing Officer on Reservation in Minnesota
RED LAKE, Minn. (AP) - A man has been charged with the killing of a Red Lake Nation police officer who was fatally shot while responding to a call to a residence on the tribe’s reservation in northwestern Minnesota. Twenty-eight-year-old…
Cat Saved in Morgan Park House Fire
DULUTH, Minn. - A cat was safely rescued from a Wednesday night kitchen fire in Morgan Park. The Duluth Fire Department says crews responded to a report of a kitchen on fire around 9:17 p.m. at 843 87th Avenue West.…
Minnesota Dept. of Health, Education Recommends Masks at Minnesota Schools
DULUTH, Minn.-- Minnesota Department of Health officials are recommending that all students and staff in K-12 wear a mask even if they are already vaccinated. State health officials are also recommending that all people age…
Manning Hotel Demolished As Work on New Kari Toyota Location Continues
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- The old vacant Manning Motel on Belknap Street in Superior's Billings Park neighborhood was torn down today. Crews began demolition on the nine-acre lot near the Bong Bridge, which will be the new…
One Woman Sets Out on Eco-Tour Across Country
DULUTH, Minn.-- One woman is making her way cross-country hauling a tiny home as she discovers and films eco-friendly difference makers in various communities along the way, and today she made a stop in…
