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…
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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.
Attorneys Sift Strong Opinions, Anxiety Among Chauvin Jurors
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jury selection opens its second day Wednesday in the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death last May. Derek Chauvin faces second-degree murder…
Animal Allies Humane Society Hosting Two Free Microchip Clinics in March
DULUTH, Minn. - Animal Allies wants all Northland pet owners to be aware of two upcoming free microchip clinics. They're happening Monday, Mar. 15, and Wednesday, Mar. 17 at the shelter location along…
Wisconsin Protest Shootings Trial Delayed at Least 7 Months
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The trial for an 18-year-old from Illinois accused of killing two people and wounding a third during a protest against police brutality in Wisconsin has been pushed…
Animal Allies: Gus Gets Adopted, Precious Patiently Waits to Find Forever Home
DULUTH, Minn. - Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth is celebrating quite the success story months in the making. It was back in January when the shelter made the call for the community…
Morning 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.
House Set to Vote on Virus Relief, Biden on Cusp of Triumph
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is poised to approve a landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. That puts President Joe Biden on the cusp of a triumph that advances Democratic priorities yet also showcases the unity his party will need for…
Colon Cancer Survivor Hopes Lighting Enger Tower Blue Encourages Early Screenings
DULUTH, Minn.-Enger Tower in Duluth was lit up blue Tuesday in honor of Colon Cancer Awareness Month. It’s an initiative led by the city, and Colorectal Cancer survivor Anna Dahlgren. Dahlgren was screened…
Tree Clearing for Bats, Soil Processing Last Steps Before Mission Creek Restoration Work in August
DULUTH, Minn.- Reconstruction work is finally set to begin this summer on the Mission Creek burial site in Duluth's Fond Du Lac neighborhood, three years after MnDOT crews accidentally tore it up working…
Hunters Park Residents Enjoying Final Days of 'Snowhenge' Fort
DULUTH, Minn. - Spring is beginning to take shape. "Unless we get a lot of snow I don't anticipate rebuilding it again this year," Hunters Park Resident, Norman Boucher says. This spells bad news…
A Criminology Expert Weighs In On Chauvin Trial Jury Selection
DULUTH, Minn. - As the proceedings continue in the George Floyd case, we caught up with a local jury selection expert who helped explain more about the process. UMD Adjunct Criminology Professor Fred Friedman…
WITC- Superior Hosts Drive-Thru Recruiting Event
SUPERIOR, Wis. - WITC hosted a drive-thru event on Tuesday making it possible for potential students to learn more about continuing their educational journey while also keeping everyone safe. This is the first on-campus recruiting…
Superior City Council Approves To Pay Off $2.5 Million Debt From Kestrel Aircraft Deal
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The City of Superior is no longer carrying the burden of more than $2 million in debt caused by the Kestrel Aircraft Company project deal. The Superior City Council recently approved…
House GOP Asks for Loosening of Restrictions in Minnesota
MINNESOTA - On the heels of Governor Walz announcement today, Minnesota GOP leadership held their own news conference asking for the loosening of restrictions at a variety of businesses and for events like wedding receptions.…
Caregivers Can Now Get Vaccinated
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - Caregivers of people with complex medical needs are now able to get the COVID vaccine in St. Louis County. Complex medical needs mean that the person has one or more medical…
More Minnesotans Included in Vaccine Eligibility
MINNESOTA - Beginning Wednesday, more than 1.8 million Minnesotans will be eligible for the vaccine. Governor Walz says this shift comes after vaccinating 70% of the elderly population three weeks ahead of schedule. Now…
WH: States Get 900K More Vaccine Doses This Week
WASHINGTON — The U.S. is making an additional 900,000 doses of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines available to states and pharmacy partners this week. White House press secretary Jen Psaki announced that states and territories will receive 15.8 million doses of…
When to Expect Payments, Other Benefits From Relief Package
(AP) - As the latest federal pandemic relief package makes its way to President Joe Biden’s desk, Americans may be wondering when the benefits will reach them. The $1.9 trillion known as the “American Rescue Plan” is massive, both in…
Watch: Derek Chauvin Trial Jury Selection
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Jury selection in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of George Floyd, will resume Tuesday after it was delayed a day while the court waits for more direction from the Minnesota Court…
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.
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…
