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Biden Signs Big Virus Aid Bill Before Speech to Nation

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has signed into law the $1.9 trillion relief package that he says will help the U.S. defeat the coronavirus and nurse the economy back to health. He had been set to sign the American…

Wisconsin DHS Announces Next Groups Eligibile for COVID Vaccine

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin is expanding coronavirus vaccine eligibility starting March 29 to anyone 16 or older with common pre-existing health conditions, including being overweight or pregnant, or having high blood pressure, asthma or cancer, officials announced Thursday. The…

Midday Update 3-11-21

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Wisconsin to Greatly Broaden COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin plans to greatly expand the number of people eligible for the coronavirus vaccine by about 2 million people, including those with certain pre-existing conditions, as positive cases decline and vaccine availability increases. Gov. Tony Evers…

Line 3 Replacement Project Nearing Major Milestones

DULUTH, Minn. - Enbridge Energy says the Line 3 Replacement Project is nearing a major milestone of having 50% of construction completed on the project and is on track for completion in late 2021. Beginning April 1 work on the…

Morning Update 3-11-21

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COVID-Positive Duluth Musher Removed From Iditarod Race

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A veteran Iditarod musher was removed from the race Wednesday after he tested positive for the coronavirus, organizers said. Gunnar Johnson, 52, of Duluth, Minnesota, was withdrawn from the event at the McGrath, Alaska, checkpoint, the…

Snow, Heavy Rain, Hail, Tornado Warnings in Minnesota

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — Heavy snow and high winds in northeastern Minnesota left hundreds without power and caused hazardous travel conditions while the southeastern region of the state experienced rain, large hail and tornado warnings. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s…

School Closings, Delays for Thursday, Mar. 11, 2021

Duluth Public Schools - Closed Hermantown Public School District - Closed Lake Superior School District - 2 hour delay Lakeview Christian Academy - Closed Proctor Public Schools - Closed South Shore Schools - 2 hour delay South Ridge School -…

Instagram Account Highlights Duluth Businesses

DULUTH, Minn. - One local travel Instagram account is giving away a Duluth spring vacation. Expedition Kristen is highlighting several local businesses in its giveaway, including Bridgeman’s, Vikre Distillery, and Inn on Lake Superior. Kristen,…

Man Dead After Rollover Accident In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. - A 57-year-old man died Wednesday after his vehicle left the roadway during snowy conditions and rolled over into a ditch in Duluth. The accident was reported around 5:50 p.m. on the 3800 block of Conosia Road. "Poor…

Alder Begins Ice Breaking in Duluth Harbor

DULUTH, Minn. - The U.S Coast Guard began ice-breaking this morning in the Duluth Harbor. With the Sault-Ste. Marie Locks set to open March 25th, the Alder is gearing up to break more ice with…

Co-Presidents, CEOs named at St. Luke’s

DULUTH, Minn. - We are learning that St. Luke’s has named its new co-presidents and CEOs. Eric Lohn and Nick Van Deelen have been named to fill the positions. Both began…

Restaurant Workers Can Now Get Vaccine

DULUTH, Minn. - With Governor Walz’s recent announcement about expanding the eligible groups able to get the vaccine, foodservice workers are able to sign up. The owners of the Boat Club in…

Deputy Chief Jesse Linde Named as New Eveleth Police Chief

EVELETH, Minn. - On Wednesday morning, the City of Eveleth unanimously voted to name a new Chief of Police. After serving with the Eveleth Police Department for the last 15 years, Deputy Chief Jesse Linde was appointed to the position…

Ruling Could Put 3rd-Degree Murder Charge in Play for Ex-Cop

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal of a former Minneapolis police officer who is trying to block a third-degree murder charge from being reinstated in George Floyd’s death. At issue is whether the…

Ramsey Stops Enforcing Coronavirus Mask Mandate

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — City leaders in Ramsey have voted to stop enforcing Gov. Tim Walz’s coronavirus mask mandate with proponents arguing it infringes on an individual’s constitutional rights. It was not immediately clear what liability the city might face as…

Congress OKs $1.9T Virus Relief Bill in Win for Biden, Dems

WASHINGTON (AP) – Congress has sent President Joe Biden the landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. The House approved the bill Wednesday over solid Republican opposition in a vote that gives the new president and Democrats a victory just seven…

St. Luke's Board of Directors Names New Co-Presidents, CEO's

DULUTH, Minn. - St. Luke's Board of Directors has named the hospital's new President and CEO. On Wednesday, St. Luke's announced that the board of directors has selected Chief Financial Officer Eric Lohn and St. Luke’s Chief Medical Officer Nick…

Midday Update 3-10-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Mar. 10, 2021.

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