Midday Update 3-9-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Mar. 9, 2021.
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Park Outside: Kia Recalls Nearly 380K Vehicles for Fire Risk
DETROIT (AP) — Kia is telling owners of nearly 380,000 vehicles in the U.S. to park them outdoors due to the risk of an engine compartment fire. The Korean automaker is recalling certain 2017 through 2021 Sportage SUVs and 2017…
Morning Update 3-9-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Mar. 9, 2021.
More Minnesotans Eligible for Coronavirus Vaccine
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz says Minnesota is expanding eligibility for the coronavirus vaccine after reaching its goal of inoculating at least 70% of people 65 and older. The state will expand eligibility to the next two phases of…
Spirit Mountain Task Force Comes Out with Findings on Financial Stability
DULUTH, Minn.- After nine months of work, the Spirit Mountain Task Force has released its findings involving the ski resort's financial stability. The task force appointed by Mayor Larson found that for every…
BLM Protesters March Through Streets of Duluth on First Day of Derek Chauvin Trial
DULUTH, Minn.- Dozens of protesters marched throughout the City of Duluth Monday, even stopping traffic, to express their views and demands of justice for George Floyd. The main organizer, Veronica “Vee” Davis, was…
KYN: Frame Up
DULUTH, Minn. - A local frame up shop in Grand Rapids has been thriving during the pandemic with owner Eric Mann taking it over nearly three years ago. "The majority of our work is…
Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project Creates Concern for Indigenous Community
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. - After six years of work to acquire the proper permitting, ground broke on the highly controversial Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project in Dec. of 2020. Of the total 1,100 miles,…
Some Iron Range Schools See A Drop In Enrollment
AURORA, Minn. - Multiple Iron Range public school districts are still being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Some are reporting a decline in enrollment because of the ongoing health crisis. It's not uncommon for…
Duluth YMCA Give Thanks To Local AmeriCorps Members
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Area Family YMCA is giving a special thank you to AmeriCorps members that have dedicated their time helping make a difference in the Duluth community. This week is National AmeriCorps…
Duluth Seaway Port Authority Receives Grants from MnDOT
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Seaway Port Authority will receive two grants totaling $7.4 million from MnDOT to help improve and repair port infrastructure. $5 million will go to help repair 1,200 feet of…
International Women's Day Gives Reason to Celebrate Women in Business
DULUTH, Minn. - Today is International Women's Day and people throughout the country are celebrating the importance of women-led organizations. Reimagined by T. Underwood is a women-led business in Duluth, which sells things like paint,…
Dylan Fest Returns To Duluth For The 11th Year
DULUTH, Minn - The Duluth Dylan Fest is coming back this year despite the pandemic. This year will be the 11th year the event has been held and will commemorate Bob Dylan's 80th birthday.…
Duluth Students Near Full In-Person Learning
DULUTH, Minn. - 6th, 9th, and 12th graders were in attendance today at Duluth area schools on Monday. Other grades will be transitioned in next following week as part of the hybrid learning…
VFW Celebrates New Location in Light of Anniversary of Fire
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. - It was one year ago when the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1720 burned down in Grand Rapids. The loss of the VFW building hit area veterans hard. However, the brand…
2 Million More Wisconsin Residents to Be Vaccine Eligible
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - About 2 million more Wisconsin residents, including those with certain pre-existing conditions, will be eligible for the coronavirus vaccine in the next round to be announced later this week. Wisconsin Deputy Health Secretary Julie Willems Van…
Watch: Derek Chauvin Trial Live Stream, Updates
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The judge overseeing the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer accused in the death of George Floyd has paused jury selection while an appeal proceeds over the possible reinstatement of a third-degree murder charge. Judge Peter…
2021 Duluth Dylan Fest to Feature New Songwriting Contest
DULUTH, Minn. - To commemorate Bob Dylan's 80th birthday this yea,r Duluth Dylan Fest has partnered with Song From the North Country to add a twist to the annual songwriter contest. “We are excited about the new twist on the…
Midday Update 3-8-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Mar. 8, 2021. Have a great day!
Fully Vaccinated People Can Gather Without Masks, CDC Says
NEW YORK (AP) — Fully vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing. That’s according to long-awaited guidance from federal health officials. The recommendations were announced Monday. They also say that vaccinated…
Shamrock Shake Season Sparks Donations for Ronald McDonald House Charities
DULUTH, Minn. - Happening now through Wednesday, Mar. 17, you're encouraged to treat yourself to a McDonald's Shamrock Shake to help those in need. The annual Shamrock Shake Fundraiser donates 25 cents per…
New Idea to Spread Internet Access in Rural Wisconsin Areas: Drones
EAGLE RIVER, Wis. (AP) — Students in the northern Wisconsin school district without reliable home internet will soon be able to connect to their school networks via a drone-powered cellular signal. The project comes from a Wisconsin startup via a…
Morning Update 3-8-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Mar. 8, 2021. Have a great day!
Derek Chauvin Trial Begins in Death of George Floyd
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill has ruled jury selection in the Derek Chauvin trial for the death of George Floyd can move forward Monday morning despite the unresolved issue of a third-degree murder charge in the case. Chauvin’s attorney, Eric Nelson, told…
Split Rock Lighthouse State Park to Add New Campground
BEAVER BAY, Minn. (AP) — One of Minnesota’s more popular state parks is getting a new campground. Work continues this year on a project to add Split Rock Lighthouse State Park’s first drive-in camping option. The Shipwreck Creek campground is…
Jury Selection Is 1st Battleground at Trial in Floyd’s Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The fate of a former Minneapolis police officer who pressed his knee into George Floyd’s neck as the man said he couldn’t breathe will be decided by 12 residents of Hennepin County who will be picked after…
Tickets Selling Fast for Thomas the Tank Engine's Return to Duluth in August
DULUTH, Minn.- The second year of the pandemic is not keeping Thomas the Tank Engine down; he's making a trip back up to Duluth this summer. Thomas and his green friend Percy will be…
Unseasonable Warmth Brings Welcomed Boost for Duluth Breweries During Pandemic Winter
DULUTH, Minn.- Small breweries across Duluth say the unseasonably warm temperatures -- pushing 50 degrees in some places Sunday -- has brought their businesses closer to normal than they've ever felt in the…
Construction Prompting Continued Backlash for Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. - A project six years in the making has officially broken ground. It was back on Oct. 24, 2014, when Enbridge Energy filed its notice plan with the Minnesota…
Cohasset City Leaders Look to Expand Industrial Park
COHASSET, Minn. - The city of Cohasset will soon be building a brand new manufacturing facility with the hope of attracting new businesses. Last week Cohasset city officials announced they've received over $4 million…
