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Blessing Held for Shipping Workers in Northland

DULUTH, Minn.-- The blessing of the port took place Thursday in Canal Park. Fittingly outside the maritime museum, the Twin Ports Ministry of Seafarers held a small worship service to say a…

Gov. Walz to Sign Order Ending Mask Mandate Friday Morning

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9)- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced he will sign an order Friday morning to fully remove the statewide mask mandate after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that fully vaccinated people can go without…

Federal Judge Delivers New Blow to Foes of Twin Metals Mine

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A federal judge has rejected a second attempt by opponents of the proposed Twin Metals copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota to invalidate the mineral rights leases needed for the project. U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden said Thursday…

Walz to Provide Update on Mask Mandate After CDC Guidance

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he'll provide an update about the state's mask mandate later Thursday after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that fully vaccinated people can go without masks indoors. "This is…

Minnesota House to Take up Cannabis Bill in Historic Vote

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota House will vote on a proposal to legalize marijuana use for adults and expunge minor marijuana convictions on Thursday — the first time either chamber has ever voted on legalization. The legislation, authored by Democratic…

CDC to Ease up Guidance on Indoor Mask-Wearing

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is easing indoor mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to safely stop wearing masks inside in most places. That’s according to a person briefed on the announcement, expected…

Northland Newborns 5-13-21

Every Thursday morning on FOX 21 Local News from 7 – 9 a.m., we’re teaming up with Essentia Health to showcase Northland Newborns. Calling all proud parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles! Email a…

Proctor Teen Charged in Eveleth Stabbing

PROCTOR, Minn. - Authorities say a 16-year-old boy from Proctor has been charged with felony second-degree assault after stabbing a 20-year-old man in Eveleth on Monday morning. According to the Eveleth Police Chief, the teen stabbed the victim several times…

Midday Update 5-13-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, May 13, 2021. Have a great day!

Morning Update 5-13-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, May 13, 2021. Have a great day!

Vaccinations of 12- To 15-Year-Olds Begins in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Coronavirus vaccinations for 12- to 15-year-olds will begin Thursday in Wisconsin after an advisory committee for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention signed off on the inoculations for younger children. “The Wisconsin Department of…

US Unemployment Claims Drop to 473,000, a New Pandemic Low

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen. Applications declined…

All-Star Nutrition Opens near Miller Hill Mall

DULUTH, Minn.- A new nutrition store in Duluth is offering not only supplements, but also diet planning and personal training programs. All-Star Nutrition opened right across the street from the Miller Hill Mall…

Deal for Nurses at Vitta Pizza

DULUTH, Minn.-- During Nurse Appreciation Week, one canal park business wants to show its support to the frontline workers. Vitta Pizza offered their Margherita Pizzas for just $6 to local nurses today. All they needed…

Duluth Playhouse Names New Executive Director

DULUTH, Minn.-- The pandemic has continued to put a strain on many businesses and organizations over the past year, including the theater and performing arts sector in Duluth. Now, some new faces are hoping to…

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