Morning Update 11-25-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020.
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Boy, 15, Charged in Wisconsin Mall Shooting That Injured 8
WAUWATOSA, Wis. (AP) — A 15-year-old boy faces multiple charges in a shooting at a Wisconsin mall that left eight people injured, and he has been ordered held in secure juvenile detention rather than being released to his parents. Court…
Surge Affecting Minnesota Nursing Home Staffing
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A current surge of COVID-19 cases throughout Minnesota is affecting staffing levels at many nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. That’s forcing the state to send the National Guard to help out in some homes, while the administration…
Lake Superior Art Glass Offers 'Design Your Own Ornament' Sessions
DULUTH, Minn.- As holiday shopping begins for many in the Northland, Lake Superior Art Glass in Canal Park hopes to offer a fun way to add a bit of your creativity to a gift,…
New Black-Owned 'Stop and Go Pizza' Aims to Bring Diversity in Pizza, People to Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A new black-owned pizzeria has opened up in Superior with such a focus on carryout, that it inspired the name. Stop and Go Pizza opened Friday on Tower Avenue in…
Superior Restaurants See Extra Customers from Minnesota After Gov. Walz's Restrictions
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Restaurants in Superior are seeing more customers from across the bridge four days into Minnesota's four-week-long restrictions closing in-person dining. Governor Tim Walz turned the dial back Friday, to try and keep…
Hoffbauer Tree Farm Helping Keep Holiday Traditions Alive
DULUTH, Minn. - It’s oftentimes a family tradition. For others, it could be a year of new beginnings. Picking out the Christmas tree brings back memories for many, and for one local family, they’re…
Local Entertainment Venues Awaiting Financial Relief
DULUTH, Minn. - Entertainment Venues are among the many Northland businesses hit hard financially by the pandemic. During these next four weeks, they will get some help through the Minnesota Governor's recently announced plan for…
Corktown Deli Features Turkey Dinner for Thanksgiving
DULUTH, Minn. - With the new restrictions in place across Minnesota, local restaurants are working to offer more carry-out offerings including Thanksgiving dinner. Corktown Deli in Lincoln Park is currently selling a locally made turkey…
City Of Superior Working To Increase Internet Access For Residents And Businesses
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The City of Superior is making it a priority to provide better internet access for residents, through its initiative called Connect Superior. Now Superior residents are being asked to participate in a…
Hospitals Urging Community Members To Follow Safety Guidelines
DULUTH, Minn. - This fall has been a very active time for spikes in covid-19 cases around the Northland. The latest numbers show September, October, and November with some of the highest rates for…
Gov. Evers Warns Against Holiday Gatherings
MADISON, Wis.-COVID-19 cases continue to climb in Wisconsin, and now the Governor is encouraging you to stay home during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Currently there are 363,973 cases in the state with 3,115 deaths.…
Grocery Stores Stay Busy Before Thanksgiving Holiday
DULUTH, Minn. - As we inch closer to Thanksgiving, local grocery stores are getting busier with shoppers. Management at Mount Royal says they tried to make sure to fill the store to…
Governor and House Republicans Unveil Economic Relief Plans to Assist Minnesota Businesses
MINNESOTA - Both Minnesota Democrats and Republicans released their own plans today to help provide relief for the businesses impacted by the latest restrictions across the state. The packages from both sides target…
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission Gives Authorization for Line 3 Replacement Project
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - On Tuesday, Enbridge received authorization from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission for construction on the Line 3 replacement project. The news comes one day after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved a key federal permit for…
State Board Certifies Joe Biden as Winner in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Minnesota's state canvassing board has unanimously certified the state's election results. It's an ordinarily routine task that drew closer attention due to President Donald Trump's efforts to delay it in key…
Wisconsin Sets New Record for Coronavirus Deaths
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin set another record for COVID-19 deaths on Tuesday as Gov. Tony Evers begged people not to celebrate Thanksgiving with anyone outside their households as the diseases rages across the state. The state Department of Health…
Duluth Public Schools Extend Distance Learning Through January 21
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Public Schools announced Tuesday that they will be extending distance learning for elementary and secondary level students through at least January 21 due to the current projected COVID rates in the area. In a Tuesday press…
Four Pedestrians, Two Drivers Injured in Hwy 53 Multi-Vehicle Crash
GRAND LAKE TOWNSHIP, Minn. - Six people, including fourt pedestrians, were injured Monday evening in a three-car crash on Highway 53 according to the Minnesota State Patrol. According to reports, the crash happened around 5:10 p.m. on Highway 53 at…
Midday Update 11-24-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020.
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, November 24
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 6,423 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota Tuesday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 282,916 in the state. Health officials also reported 38 news deaths bringing the death total to…
Biden Certified as Winner of Pennsylvania Presidential Vote
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democrat Joe Biden was certified Tuesday as the winner of the presidential election in Pennsylvania, culminating three weeks of vote counting and a string of failed legal challenges by President Donald Trump. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf…
Morning Update 11-24-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020.
Prisoner Becomes Fourth Minnesota Inmate to Die of COVID-19
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Department of Corrections says a 73-year-old man who was a prisoner in Oak Park Heights has died after recently testing positive for COVID-19. The department said Monday that the man, who was not immediately identified,…
Biden Set to Formally Introduce His National Security Team
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden is preparing to formally announce his national security team to the nation. Those being introduced during a Tuesday afternoon event are among Obama administration alumni whose roles in the upcoming administration signal Biden’s…
Warming Center Available for Those in Need
DULUTH, Minn. - The warming center at the Rainbow Center is officially open to those in need. Organizers say they were hoping to open earlier in the season. However, with COVID protocols that needed…
Duluth Cider Has Special Deal for Customers in Response to Governor's Order
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Cider is doing a special deal in light of the governor’s orders last Wednesday to help support local businesses. The cidery will be doing a $1 off deal on its…
CHUM Feeds Community By Hosting A Thanksgiving Food Giveaway
DULUTH, Minn. - This week, CHUM is giving away Thanksgiving food baskets to people in need of the essentials for a traditional holiday meal. Monday was the first day the organization handed out those…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Bentleyville Gift Shop
DULUTH, Minn. - From snow globes to holiday sweaters, the Bentleyville Gift Shop is officially open to the public and is ready to provide all kinds of holiday-esque items to visitors, near and far.…
DECC COVID-19 Saliva Testing Site, Parking Change Tuesday
DULUTH, Minn. - The COVID-19 saliva testing site at the DECC is moving Tuesday into the DECC’s more spacious South Pioneer Hall. Drivers are asked to enter through the east entrance closest to the William A. Irvin and Marcus Duluth…
