Morning Update 3-19-21
FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama share news and weather making headlines Friday, Mar. 19, 2021. Have a great day!
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Judge Refuses To Delay, Move Trial of Ex-Cop in Floyd Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A judge on Friday denied a defense request to delay or move the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death after a $27 million settlement for Floyd’s family raised concern about a…
Ely Business Owners Optimistic for Brighter Days Ahead
ELY, Minn. - As the pandemic continues, there’s no doubt about it, many of us are counting down the days until summer finally sets in, allowing for more time outdoors, and the perfect setting…
Itasca County Health Officials Urge Caution as More Residents Receive Vaccine
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. - The vaccine rollout continues to be strong in Itasca County. The county has a population of over 45,000 residents. So far, just over 20,000 have received at least one shot…
COVID Cases Force Ely's 6-12th Graders Back To Distance Learning
ELY, Minn. -- A rise in COVID cases within the Ely School District is forcing officials to hit the reset button and send students back to full distance learning. The change starts March 19 for junior high and high school…
Armory Arts and Music Center Offers Virtual Music Lessons
DULUTH, Minn.-- One local organization is ready to help kids play music again for the first time in nearly a year. The Armory Arts and Music Center on London Road is now offering music lessons…
Food Train Giveaways Continue at B&B Market
CLOQUET, Minn.-- As the pandemic continues, one of the biggest impacts has been to food access in places around the Northland. But many people and businesses right here in the northland have been trying to…
Duluth City Councilor Sipress Not Seeking Re-Election
DULUTH, Minn.-- Longtime Duluth City Councilor Joel Sipress will not be seeking re-election this fall, saying the timing just feels right. Sipress, who serves the second district, has been on the council for two terms.…
City Launches New App to Explore Parks
DULUTH, Minn. - The City of Duluth has a new app for people to use to discover local parks. The app is called “Agents of Discovery,” and people can go on missions throughout different parks…
Federal Tax Filing Deadline Moved to May 17th
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - The federal tax deadline is being delayed from April 15th to May 17th as more people deal with complicated filings because of COVID. The deadline applies to federal income tax returns and…
Bill Hopes to Create More General Criteria for Purchase of Paper Mill
DULUTH, Minn. - A bill was introduced by Duluth State Representative Liz Olson this week that created more general criteria for those who would be eligible for the purchase of Verso's paper mill. The bill itself…
Biden Says U.S. To Hit 100 Million Virus Goal on Friday
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the U.S. closing in on President Joe Biden’s goal of injecting 100 million coronavirus vaccinations weeks ahead of his target date, officials say the nation is now in a position to help supply neighbors Canada and…
IRS Will Delay Tax Filing Due Date Until May 17
(AP) - The IRS will delay the traditional April 15 tax filing due date until May 17 to cope with added duties and provide Americans more flexibility. The IRS announced the decision Wednesday and said it would provide further guidance…
Official: Herd Immunity Possible in Wisconsin by July
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A top Wisconsin health official says there will be enough coronavirus vaccine in Wisconsin by the end of June to immunize 80% of those age 16 and over in the state, hitting a key target to…
10th Juror Picked, Lawyers Clash Over Expert in Floyd Trial
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Prosecutors at the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in George Floyd’s death want a judge to allow expert testimony about how people react to traumatic events. A prosecutor said Thursday that a forensic psychiatrist…
Pizza Ranch Anticipates 'Early Summer' Opening
DULUTH, Minn. - Pizza Ranch is closing in on an official opening day, according to its new official Duluth Facebook page. The restaurant says they are "making progress" at the former Lucky's 13 Pub location in the Miller Hill Mall…
Duluth City Councilor Sipress Will Not Seek Re-Election
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth City Councilor Joel Sipress announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election. Sipress has served two terms representing Duluth's 2nd District. “Serving the people of Duluth’s Second District as their representative in city government has been…
Midday Update 3-18-21
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Mar. 18, 2021.
Advocates Push for Changes to Minnesota’s Predatory Registry
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) — Advocates in Minnesota are pushing the legislators to remove most juveniles from the state’s predatory registry, arguing that it makes it difficult for young people to overcome societal barriers. The state’s Predatory Offender Registry has more…
Suspect in Wisconsin Grocery Warehouse Killings Identified
OCONOMOWOC, Wis. (AP) -- A law enforcement official says the man suspected of killing two co-workers at a Wisconsin grocery distribution warehouse before fatally shooting himself was a 41-year-old from…
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Lady Meg's Cakes, Desserts
SUPERIOR, Wis. - What started as a passion has now turned into a small-scale profession for Superior resident Meghan Gobel. Over the past few months, Gobel, the creator of Lady Meg's Cakes,…
Morning Update 3-18-21
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Mar. 18, 2021.
Chauvin Jury Grows Despite $27M Settlement to Floyd Family
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The jury being seated for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin’s trial in George Floyd’s death is growing despite concerns about publicity from a $27 million payout to…
US Jobless Claims Rise to 770,000 With Layoffs Still High
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose last week to 770,000, a sign that layoffs remain high even as much of the U.S. economy is steadily recovering from the coronavirus recession. Thursday’s report from the Labor…
Northland Women Leaders in Education Host Discussion
NORTHLAND - Female leaders from colleges throughout the Northland came together today to talk about what they say is a lack of representation in their field. Here in the Northland, the majority of higher…
Family-Owned Business Expanding To Former Shopko Location In Two Harbors
TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- A family-owned Two Harbors business is opening a new location in the city's former Shopko building, which has been sitting empty since the summer of 2019. The…
St. Patrick's Day Celebrated at Bars and Restaurants One Year after Being Shut down Due to COVID-19
DULUTH, Minn.-- St. Patrick's Day 2021 is here, which many bars around the Northland count on for a big boost in businesses. Last St. Patrick's Day was filled with a lot of uncertainty and…
Ethics Commission: Mayor Paine's Marriage to Councilor Could Cause Conflicts
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- The Wisconsin Ethics Commission has completed its opinion about conflict of interest concerns involving the marriage between Superior Mayor Jim Paine and City Councilor Jenny Van Sickle. The commission believes there are conflicts…
Gordy's Hi-Hat Getting Ready to Open Next Week
CLOQUET, Minn.-With the weather starting to warm up, that means Gordy's Hi-Hat will be opening soon. Gordy's will open March 24th for its 61st season. In what's become a tradition, Northlanders always line up on…
T-Shirt and Hoodie Fundraiser to Honor K-9 Luna
DULUTH, Minn. - One local business has begun a fundraiser for the Northland K-9 Foundation in honor of K-9 Luna Who was killed in the line of duty last month. Advantage Emblem is making commemorative…
