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Grand Marais Businesses Preparing for Winter Tourism Season

GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - It's getting colder and the ice are area lakes are continuing to freeze, meaning it's time for more people to get outside. "We'll start getting busy in January and…

Knights of Columbus Give Big to Union Gospel Mission

DULUTH, Minn. - The Union Gospel Mission in Duluth received a big donation from local chapters of a Catholic organization. Several councils from the Duluth area of Knights of Columbus decided to give…

CHUM Staff Prepare Residents for Cold Weather

DULUTH, Minn. - With dangerously cold air following this storm, the CHUM drop-in center in downtown Duluth is preparing for an influx of people needing a warm place to stay. Officials at CHUM tell us…

City of Duluth and Duluth Fire Department Prepare for Snow

DULUTH, Minn. - Earlier today, we talked with Duluth city officials about their snow removal plans and how Duluth firefighters are ready for whatever the storm brings. Whether it be city snowplows or fire…

DTA to Activate Emergency Mainline Service Tonight

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Transit Authority is activating their Emergency Mainline Service at 6:00 p.m. due to unsafe travel conditions. The DTA says limited routes will continue to run where possible. Christmas Eve service is anticipated to return tomorrow…

Fond du Lac Reservation Receives 700 Doses of Moderna COVID Vaccine

CLOQUET, Minn. - On Wednesday, the Fond du Lac Reservation received 700 doses of the Moderna COVID vaccine. According to a recent press release, FDL Medical Director Dr. Charity Reynolds was the first healthcare worker to get the vaccination. "I…

Minnesota State Patrol Responds to 251 Crashes, 129 Vehicles off Road

MONTICELLO, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota State Patrol says it has responded to 251 crashes, 129 vehicles that ran off the road, and 19 jackknifed semis Wednesday during blizzard conditions.…

City of Duluth Issues 'No Travel Advisory' During Blizzard Warning

DULUTH, Minn. (Press Release) - Starting immediately, the City of Duluth in coordination with the National Weather Service in Duluth are issuing a no travel advisory until further notice. The National Weather Service of Duluth recently issued a blizzard warning…

Wisconsin Records 2,579 More COVID-19 Cases, 69 More Deaths

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin health officials on Wednesday confirmed hundreds of new COVID-19 cases and deaths connected to the disease. The Department of Health Services reported 2,579 newly confirmed cases. The state has now seen 463,594 cases since the…

Spirit Mountain Closing Early Due to High Winds

DULUTH, Minn. - Spirit Mountain says they will be closing early today, December 23, due to high winds. Spirit announced on their Facebook page Wednesday: "For the safety of our guests and employees, Spirit Mountain will close at 2:30 p.m.…

Bentleyville Temporarily Closes Due to Weather Conditions

DULUTH, Minn. - The City of Duluth announced Wednesday afternoon that Bentleyville will be closed tonight due to deteriorating weather conditions and extremely cold temperatures. “In an effort to keep our staff, volunteers, and our visitors safe, we have made…

New Tower to Bring Cell Service to Remote Minnesota Region

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — An off-the-grid area of northern Minnesota will soon host a new tower to bring cell service to the region, though some locals and visitors want the area to remain remote. The Cook County Board voted on…

Midday Update 12-23-20

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020.

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, December 23

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 1,513 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota Wednesday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 402,519 in the state. Health officials also reported 75 news deaths bringing the death total to…

Verizon Wireless Features Fitness Tech for 2021

DULUTH, Minn. - Looking to start the new year with a fresh attitude about fitness? Some great gadgets from Verizon can help keep you motivated and on track whether your workout is indoors…

First Minnesota Nursing Home Residents Receive Vaccine

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota nursing home residents began receiving doses of the newly approved Moderna vaccine this week as the state prioritizes the high-risk population in its vaccination rollout plan. Residents and staff at the St. Cloud VA Community Living…

U of M Researchers Create Tool to Calculate COVID-19 Risk for Holiday Gatherings

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Minnesota health experts warn of the risks of having get-togethers over the holidays, but it can be hard to make sense of all the numbers sometimes. A researcher at the University of Minnesota developed a calculator that can…

Silver Bay Woman Takes Daily Plunge Into Lake Superior

SILVER BAY, Minn. - While many of us are dreading the cold winter months ahead, one Northland woman is embracing the season with a daily morning dip into Lake Superior. Silver Bay…

Morning Update 12-23-20

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020.

US Layoffs Remain Elevated as 803,000 Seek Jobless Aid

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell by 89,000 last week to a still-elevated 803,000, evidence that the job market remains under stress nine months after the coronavirus outbreak sent the U.S. economy into recession…

Pfizer to Supply Us With Additional 100m Vaccines Doses

WASHINGTON (AP) — Pfizer and BioNTech will supply the U.S. with an additional 100 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine under a new agreement. The drugmakers said Wednesday that they expect to deliver all the doses by July 31. Pfizer…

Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Today and Tomorrow

The most significant snowstorm of the season will be passing through the Northland bringing heavy snowfall and strong winds today and tonight. During the early morning hours today, we will likely have a wintry mix of rain, snow and freezing…

Support for Ashland Small Businesses Remains Strong Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

ASHLAND, Wis. - The importance of shopping local is even more polarizing this year amid the ongoing pandemic. Many longtime business owners are thankful for continues support, while some new owners are grateful for…

City of Duluth Needs More Snow Removal Volunteers

DULUTH, Minn.- As we get ready for a winter blast, the city of Duluth is in need of volunteers for its newly launched snow removal assistance program. The volunteers help shovel snow on…

Firefighters Urge Caution Over Busy Holiday Season

DULUTH, Minn. - Firefighters are urging families celebrating the holidays to take the extra steps to keep their home safe from fires. Duluth Fire Marshal John Otis says there's usually bigger opportunities for fires…

Habitat for Humanity 2020 Home Near Completion

DULUTH, Minn. - The Western Lake Superior Habitat for Humanity is putting the finishing touches on a new energy efficient home built throughout 2020. The organization hit a few roadblocks from increased construction costs to…

Trump Threatens To Torpedo COVID Relief With New Demands

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump is threatening to torpedo Congress’ massive pandemic relief package in the midst of a raging pandemic and deep economic uncertainty. He’s suddenly demanding changes fellow Republicans have opposed, like a huge jump in the…

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