Midday Update 1-12-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021.
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Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, January 12
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 1,335 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Tuesday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 438,867 in the state. Health officials also reported 13 news deaths bringing the death total…
Minnesota Department of Health Launches Online Dashboard to Track COVID Vaccine
(FOX 9) - The Minnesota Department of Health has launched a new online dashboard for tracking COVID-19 vaccine distribution in the state. The dashboard shows the number of doses of the vaccine that have been administered as well as the number of doses that…
Wisconsin Senate Poised to Pass COVID-19 Relief Package
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Senate is set to pass a pared-down COVID-19 relief package. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Republican legislative leaders have been trying to hammer out a compromise package for weeks to no avail. Assembly Republicans…
Minnesota Power Shares Vision for 100% Carbon-Free Future by 2050
DULUTH, Minn. - Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, announced in a Tuesday press release its vision to provide 100 percent carbon-free energy to its customers by 2050. The company says the vision is a continuation of its recent achievement of…
Northland Entrepreneur Develops Crud Cloth for Outdoor Enthusiasts
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - If you ever feel the need to freshen up after a long day outdoors or a muddy trip down the bike trail, Northland entrepreneur Tim White is here to help.…
Morning Update 1-12-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021.
Officer With Knee to George Floyd’s Neck to Be Tried Alone
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former Minneapolis police officer who held his knee to the neck of George Floyd for several minutes will be tried separately from three other former officers accused of his death. Court documents filed Tuesday show Derek…
US Asking States to Speed Vaccine, Not Hold Back 2nd Dose
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration is asking states to speed delivery of COVID-19 vaccines to people older than 65 and others at high risk by no longer holding back the second dose of the two-dose shots, The Associated Press…
Eased Restrictions Allow Duluth Bars, Indoor Entertainment to Welcome People Back In
DULUTH, Minn.- As Minnesota bars and restaurants are allowed to open with a limited indoor capacity, businesses with entertainment features said they're looking forward to have people inside again safely. "Being able to…
Bent Paddle Reopens Indoor Seating While Unveiling Heated Outdoor 'Patio Camp'
DULUTH, Minn.- While reopening their indoor seating per Gov. Tim Walz's loosened restrictions Monday, Bent Paddle Brewing in Duluth's Lincoln Park neighborhood also unveiled their new patio seating. "Patio Camp" as they call it…
Duluth Indoor Sports Center Continues to Welcome Those Looking to Get Active
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Indoor Sports Center has been in the community since the 1970s and continues to be popular for anyone looking to get active. "It's great that we can play pickleball…
Northland Restaurants Open Back Up For Indoor Dining With Some Restrictions
DULUTH, Minn. - Minnesota restaurants now can reopen for indoor dining at 50 percent capacity. The change comes after Governor Tim Walz announced his plans to scale back some COVID-19 restrictions last week. "We're very…
A New Housing Option Planned For Central Hillside Neighborhood Helps Homeless Youth
DULUTH, Minn. - A new housing option is being planned for the Central Hillside neighborhood. Brewery Creek Apartments is expected to be developed on site of the former Mobil lube station and the Last Chance…
Businesses Excited to See College Students Back in the Area
DULUTH, Minn. - As the spring semester begins at colleges, businesses are glad to see students back in the area. The owner of Duluth Vanilla Bean says he couldn’t be happier to see the…
Spring Semester Underway, Northland Colleges Prep for Incoming Students
DULUTH, Minn. - As the pandemic continued through the fall, local colleges had to adapt rapidly to the changing situation and now with the spring semester beginning, educational leadership continues to work to keep…
Wisconsin National Guard Mobilizes to Support Capitol Police
MADISON, Wis. - On Monday, Gov. Tony Evers authorized the Wisconsin National Guard to assist the Capitol Police in Madison with safety and security efforts at the State Capitol. “Once again, our state has asked our Citizen Soldiers in the…
Minnesota Virus Deaths Continue Decline as Businesses Reopen
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota bars and restaurants may resume indoor service with limits on capacity as COVID-19 cases and deaths across the state continue to fall. The eased restrictions on Monday return bars and restaurants about to where they were…
Police, Firefighters to get Vaccine Next in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — State health officials say police and firefighters in Wisconsin will be eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine starting Jan. 18. Gov. Tony Evers estimates in a letter made public on Monday that members of the general…
Popeyes Eyeing Possible New Duluth Location
DULUTH, Minn. - The popular fast-food chain Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is settings its sights on a possible new Duluth location. The City of Duluth has confirmed that Popeyes reached out to the city for inquiries about a potential location going…
House Will Consider Trump Impeachment Wednesday
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats say the House will consider the impeachment of President Donald Trump on Wednesday, one week after an angry mob of his supporters invaded the Capitol. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer told Democrats on a call Monday that…
Evers Estimates Public Won’t See Vaccine Until June
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Members of the general public in Wisconsin likely won’t be vaccinated for the coronavirus until June, Gov. Tony Evers said in a letter made public…
Walz Denounces Minnesota GOP Leaders for Hedging on Vote
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz denounced Minnesota Republican leaders Monday for refusing to clearly state that the presidential election was free and fair. The Democratic governor also disclosed that state troopers had to take his crying 14-year-old son to…
Midday Update 1-11-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. Have a great day!
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Monday, January 11
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 980 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Monday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 437,552 in the state. Health officials also reported 4 news deaths bringing the death total…
Republicans Block Measure Calling for Quick Removal of Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — A House resolution calling on Vice President Mike Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove President Donald Trump from office was blocked Monday by Republicans. Trump would face a single charge — “incitement of insurrection” — over…
Authorities: Four Arrested in Two Separate Pine River Drug Busts
PINE RIVER, Minn. - The Cass County Sheriff's Office says four individuals have been arrested in two separate Pine River drug busts over the last month. According to reports, Investigators executed a search warrant as a residence in Barclay Township…
Donations Encouraged for 3rd Annual Northland's Largest Baby Shower
DULUTH, Minn. - Local radio station Life 97.3 and St. Luke's Hospital are teaming up to host the third annual Northland's Largest Baby Shower. The event is taking place throughout January with…
Morning Update 1-11-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. Have a great day!
Indoor Service for Bars, Restaurants Resumes in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota bars and restaurants may resume indoor service with limits starting Monday, as COVID-19 cases have been declining. The eased restrictions return bars and restaurants about to where they were before Gov. Tim Walz imposed a “pause”…
