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Wessman Vaccine Site Opens to 12 and Up

SUPERIOR, Wis.--With the Pfizer vaccine now being available to children ages 12 and up, more locations are opening its doors to give the vaccine to children. The Wessman Vaccine Site in Superior has been…

'Bridge to Health' Survey Results Released

DULUTH, Minn. - Results of a key survey of the Northland’s health are being shared next Friday. The Bridge to Health Survey was conducted late last summer in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic,…

Midday Update 5-14-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, May 14, 2021. Have a great day!

DECC Announces New Leadership

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center announced new leadership on Friday. Daniel Hartman, the director of Glensheen Mansion, has been named at the DECC's next executive director. Hartman has led Glensheen's…

Minnesota's Statewide Mask Mandate Is No More

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota’s statewide mask mandate has officially been removed. Friday, the Minnesota Executive Council approved Gov. Tim Walz’s new executive order rescinding the statewide indoor mask mandate. The council also extended Walz's emergency powers for another 30 days.…

Morning Update 5-14-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, May 14, 2021. Have a great day!

Marijuana Bill Clears Minnesota House in Historic Vote

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The Minnesota House passed a proposal to legalize recreational marijuana use after hours of debate Thursday night in a historic vote that marked the first time either chamber has voted on legalization. The legislation passed on a…

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!

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