Morning Update 5-19-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, May 19, 2021.
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Smokable Medical Marijuana in Minnesota Expected to Cut Cost
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Those enrolled in Minnesota’s medical marijuana program are expected to have a more affordable option to the liquid, oil, and pills currently allowed under one of the nation’s most restrictive medical cannabis laws. Democratic Gov.…
NorthlandAlert Used For First Time To Alert Public Of Loose NERCC Inmate
ST. LOUIS CO., Minn. -- If you ever want to be aware of emergency situations unfolding in St. Louis County as they happen, you can sign up for NorthlandAlert. It's a free warning service you…
Duluth Businesses Adapting to New Mask Guidelines with no State, City Mandates
DULUTH, Minn.-- Duluth businesses adjust their masking policies since the mask mandate has been repealed. "I want my customers to feel safe and comfortable when they're here," said Bill Miller, Owner Of Two & Co.…
BWCAW Wildfire Grows To 1,500-Plus Acres
SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST, Minn. - A wildfire continued to burn Tuesday night in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Forestry officials believe a lighting strike ignited the fire…
City of Superior Drops Mask Mandate
SUPERIOR, Wis. --Â The Superior City Council voted Tuesday night to immediately lift the city's mask mandate. Councilor Craig Sutherland said it was a unanimous decision by councilors. This comes as the state of Wisconsin hasn't had a mask mandate…
Duluth Huskies Pitch Plans for Hosting Fans, Players Ahead of May 31 Season Opener
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Huskies are revealing more about what the future of the summer season will look like amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Despite safety guidelines in place, officials with the team are…
It is Once Again Mosquito Season in the Northland
DULUTH, Minn-With the snow being gone and temperatures on the rise, all the standing water that is left behind means it is once again mosquito season. Mosquitoes typically will come out around the second weekend…
Allergies Bring Obstacle for Northland Summer Season
DULUTH, Minn. --Â Allergy season is upon us and as Northlanders make their way outside there are some things you should be aware of. Experts say, May is usually a tough month for allergies as…
Excitement Builds as Lakewalk Project Nears Completetion
DULUTH, Minn-While the Lakewalk remains closed in Canal Park, it is noticeable through the chain link fence that the project is getting close to being completed. In the meantime, tourists and locals continue to…
Electric Fetus to Permanently Close Duluth Location
DULUTH, Minn. - Electric Fetus says they will be closing their Duluth location permanently after 33 years in business. The business says they made the difficult decision after having been closed since the beginning…
Duluth Man on Parole for Murder, Now Charged in Kidnapping, Rape
DULUTH, Minn. - A 62-year-old Duluth man currently out on parole for first-degree murder has been charged for the kidnapping and rape of a woman over the weekend in St. Louis County. Reports state that Dennis John Hannuksela has been…
Kia Recalls Vehicles a 2nd Time, Owners Should Park Outside
DETROIT (AP) — Kia is recalling more than 440,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. for a second time to fix a problem that can cause engine fires. And the automaker is telling owners to park them outdoors and away…
Fence Surrounding Minnesota State Capitol to Come Down on June 1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The fence surrounding the Minnesota State Capitol is scheduled to come down June 1, according to a spokesperson for the state Department of Administration. Removing the fence will take several days,…
Evers Announces $100 Million to Expand Broadband
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday that the state will be using $100 million in federal coronavirus stimulus funding to award grants for expanding broadband internet…
Fond du Lac Man Sentenced to 110 Months for 2019 Funeral Shooting
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - The 29-year-old Minneapolis man accused of shooting a man during a funeral on the Fond du Lac reservation last October has been sentenced to 110 months in prison and three years of supervised release. In October 2019…
Midday Update 5-18-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, May 18, 2021. Have a great day!
Douglas County: Fully Vaccinated People Can Resume Indoor, Outdoor Activities Without Masks
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. - Douglas County Public Health Officials announced Tuesday morning that fully vaccinated individuals may resume indoor and outdoor activities without wearing a mask or social distancing. Exceptions to the new guidance include any places where masks are…
10 Acre Wildfire Started by Lightning Strike in BWCA
UPDATE: Forestry officials say the fire has grown to more than 1,600 acres as of Tuesday evening. The fire is about 16 miles north of Tower, Minn., and moving northward. SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST, Minn. - The U.S. Forest Service…
Morning Update 5-18-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, May 18, 2021. Have a great day!
One Injured in Cass County Motorcycle Crash
CASS COUNTY, Minn. - A 47-year-old Hill City man was injured Sunday afternoon in a Cass County motorcycle crash. According to the Cass County Sheriff's Office says they received a report of a motorcycle crash on County Road #155 in…
WITC To Become Northwood Technical College
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, also known as WITC, will soon be called the Northwood Technical College, and Northwood Tech for short. The college took name and mascot submissions from the…
City of Duluth Begins Installing 'Snow Emergency Route' Signs
DULUTH, Minn. -- It may be warm out, but the city of Duluth is already getting prepared for snow emergencies. City crews are right now installing 2,300 snow emergency signs along 120 miles of…
Lake Superior Zoo Now Accepting Summer Preschool Scholarship Applications
DULUTH, Minn.-- The Lake Superior Zoo's nature-based preschool is now accepting needs-based scholarship applications for their summer programs. The grant, courtesy of the Northland Foundation, gives families a chance for kids to learn about conservation,…
New Train Car Coming to Duluth Train Depot
DULUTH, Minn-A new train car will be arriving at the Duluth train depot in a couple of weeks. A full length dome car is coming to the North Shore Scenic Railroad that will provide 60…
People Taking Advantage of Nice Duluth Day
DULUTH, Minn. -- The weather eclipsed seventy degrees today meaning a lot more people were able to experience all the Northland has to offer. Enger tower was packed this afternoon with people experiencing the…
Artists, Makers Awarded Funds to Help Drive Traffic to Cloquet's West End District
CLOQUET, Minn. - A partnership between two organizations and four Northland communities is looking to beautify rural areas in the Northland that are often forgotten about. Leadership in the City of Cloquet is eager to…
Ronald McDonald House Northland Receives Pop Tab, Food Donations
DULUTH, Minn. -- The Ronald McDonald House Northland is continuing to see donations pouring in. Since its opening back in mid-February, the northand chapter has been able to host 21 families while staying…
As Beachgoers Hit The Water, Duluth Fire Officials Urge Caution
DULUTH, Minn.-- As the school year winds down and temperatures go up, beach enthusiasts are out enjoying the nice weather. The Park Point Beach was packed Monday afternoon on one of the warmest days of…
Local Advocacy Group Calls for Police Reform Inside DPD
DULUTH, Minn.-- Police accountability was the subject of a gathering Monday with the Duluth Community Safety Initiative. The group says racial disparities in areas like use of force need to change. They're calling for a…
