Rising the Ranks, Fire Marshall Is Now Duluth Deputy Chief
DULUTH, Minn. - For 20 years, Jon Otis has risen the ranks of the fire department and now is officially the deputy chief. Like many kids, Jon played with firetrucks but he didn't exactly…
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UPDATE: Suspect in Fond du Lac Shooting Located, Arrested
CLOQUET, Minn. - Authorities say the suspect responsible for the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Joseph James Peterson on the Fond du Lac Reservation last week has been arrested. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, Joseph Fohrenkam was located…
Ossoff Seals Democrats’ Sweep; Will Be Youngest Us Senator
ATLANTA (AP) — Democrats have won both Georgia Senate seats — and with them, the U.S. Senate majority. That’s a stunning defeat for President Donald Trump in his final days in office and it dramatically improves the fate of President-elect…
The Latest: Woman Shot Inside Capitol During Riot Has Died
WASHINGTON (AP) - A woman who was shot inside the U.S. Capitol during the violent pro-Trump protest has died. That’s according to two officials familiar with the matter who spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday on condition of anonymity…
At Least 1 Explosive Device Found Near Us Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) - At least one explosive device has been found near the U.S. Capitol amid a violent occupation of the building by supporters of President Donald Trump. Law enforcement officials said the device was no longer a threat Wednesday…
Rep. Ilhan Omar Drawing up Articles of Impeachment for Trump
WASHINGTON, D.C. (FOX 9) - Rep. Ilhan Omar says she is writing articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump after a large mob of his supporters breached the U.S. Capitol Wednesday. In a tweet, Omar said Trump "should be impeached by the House…
Pence Defies Trump, Says He Can’t Reject Electoral Votes
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defying President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence says he doesn’t have the power to discard electoral votes that will make Democrat Joe Biden the next president on Jan. 20. That’s what Pence says in a statement…
The Latest: 1,100 DC National Guard Members Being Mobilized
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says about 1,100 D.C. National Guard members are being mobilized to help support law enforcement as violent supporters of President Donald Trump breached the U.S. Capitol. Pentagon spokesperson Jonathan Hoffman said Wednesday afternoon that defense leaders…
One Person Shot at U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) - One person has been shot at the U.S. Capitol as dozens of supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the building and violently clashed with police. That’s according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke to…
Walz Loosens Virus Rules for Bars, Restaurants, Other Venues
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Gov. Tim Walz will allow bars and restaurants to resume limited indoor service starting Monday as he also loosens up Minnesota’s coronavirus restrictions on youth sports, gyms, entertainment venues and churches. The dialing back returns bars and…
Wisconsin Surpasses 5,000 Deaths Due to COVID-19
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin surpassed 5,000 deaths from COVID-19, as the total number of cases neared half a million. The state Department of Health Services reported 60 additional deaths on Wednesday, bringing the total to 5,039. There have been…
The Latest: Police Order Evacuation of Buildings on Hill
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. Capitol Police are evacuating some congressional office buildings due to “police activity” as thousands gather outside the Capitol to protest the electoral vote. Police told congressional staff members…
Trump Protesters Breach US Capitol
LATEST: Lawmakers are being evacuated from the U.S. Capitol after protesters breached security and entered the building. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and other senators were led out, escorted by staff and police on Wednesday afternoon. Members of the House…
Midday Update 1-6-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021.
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, January 6
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 2,346 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Wednesday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 427,587 in the state. Health officials also reported 67 news deaths bringing the death total…
Biden to Name Judge Merrick Garland as Attorney General
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden has selected Merrick Garland, a federal appeals court judge, as his attorney general, two people familiar with the selection process said Wednesday. Garland, a federal appeals court judge, was snubbed by Republicans for a…
Essentia Health President Optimistic, Yet Cautious as Pandemic Continues in 2021
DULUTH, Minn. - While cases of COVID-19 continue to slightly decrease across Minnesota, hospitals in the Northland are still feeling the strain. Dr. Jon Pryor, President of Essentia Health, chatted with FOX…
Walz Eases Restrictions on Indoor Dining, Entertainment Venues
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Gov. Tim Walz is ending his ban on indoor dining and will allow indoor entertainment venues to reopen starting Monday as coronavirus infection rates improve in Minnesota. Walz…
Duluth Fire Department Names New Deputy Chief
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Fire Department has selected a new Deputy Chief. Jon Otis, a twenty-year veteran of the fire department and now-former Deputy Fire Marshal, will serve as the new Deputy Chief of Life Safety. Otis will be…
Fire Deaths Increased in Minnesota Last Year
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Health officials say careless smoking was the leading cause of fatal fires in Minnesota in 2020. Fifty-three people died in fires last year, a 13% increase over 2019. Seven deaths last year were attributed to careless smoking,…
Morning Update 1-6-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021.
Part Stolen From Humane Society Transport Vehicle, Community Rallies in Support
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Douglas County Humane Society is in a bit of a jam. According to staff, their one transport van had its catalytic converter stolen sometime over the weekend. The converter's main function…
Will COVID-19 Vaccines Work on the New Coronavirus Variant?
(AP) - Experts believe so, but they’re working to confirm that. A coronavirus variant in the United Kingdom has caused alarm because of the possibility that it might spread more easily. But even if that turns out to be true,…
Two People Fatally Stabbed in Kenosha, One Arrested
KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — Two people were fatally stabbed in Kenosha early Wednesday and one person is in custody, according to police. About 4:20 a.m. officers responded to the stabbing scene, located about a mile north of where protests occurred…
Warnock Makes History With Senate Win as Democrats Near Majority
ATLANTA (AP) - This morning, Democrat Raphael Warnock has won one of Georgia’s two Senate runoffs, becoming the first Black senator in his state’s history and putting the Senate majority within the party's reach. Warnock, a pastor who spent the…
Gov. Evers, Health Officials Ask for Patience During Wisconsin Vaccine Distribution
MADISON, Wis.- The Wisconsin Governor and health leaders addressed obstacles and delays in the state's vaccine distribution Tuesday. So far 85,609 vaccines have been administered and as of Monday 266,675 doses had been…
Boys and Girls Clubs of Northland Gets Big Donation to Start New Year
DULUTH, Minn.- A local consulting firm has raised more than $11,000 to support the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland for this new year. Since August the RSM Office in Duluth…
Duluth Businesses Start Planning for Gov. Walz to Loosen Dining Restrictions Wednesday
DULUTH, Minn.- As Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is expected Wednesday to loosen some restrictions for businesses such as restaurants, some in Duluth wait to see if restrictions loosen enough to make reopening profitable. "Now what…
Visitors Enjoy Snow-Covered Hartley Nature Center
DULUTH, Minn. - After Duluth received over eight inches of snow the other week, Northlanders are out taking advantage of the conditions at the Hartley Nature Center. "Winter's my favorite season so just always…
The Homegrown Music Festival Will Be Virtual For 2021
DULUTH, Minn. - The Coronavirus pandemic is already causing organizers of many entertainment events to make difficult decisions about their upcoming scheduling plans in the new year. It has now been announced the Duluth Homegrown…
