Midday Update 10-29-20
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020.
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Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, October 29
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 142,311 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 32 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,419 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,770,450 tests have…
Duluth Woman Shares Battle With Breast Cancer at Early Age
DULUTH, Minn. - Hearing you've been diagnosed with cancer is never fun, at any age. For 35-year-old Duluthian Nicole Elysian, Halloween of 2019 is a day she will never forget. After experiencing abnormalities…
Jobless Claims Fall to 751,000, but New Infections a Threat
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs. Rising…
Northland Newborns 10-29-20
Every Thursday morning on FOX 21 Local News from 7 – 9 a.m., we’re teaming up with Essentia Health to showcase Northland Newborns. If you would like to submit a photo with a…
Busy Halloween Weekend Ahead? Hundreds of Jack-O-Lantern Pizzas Are Ready to be Baked
DULUTH, Minn. - In this week's Cooking Connection, Meteorologist Ken Slama is helping take the stress out of dinner on Halloween. The West Duluth Papa Murphy's location is expected to create more than…
Morning Update 10-29-20
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020.
GOP Campaigns Asks That Late Absentee Ballots Be Separated
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The campaigns for President Donald Trump and Republican state legislative candidates are petitioning the Minnesota Supreme Court to separate all mailed ballots received after Election Day in case of legal challenges to their validity. The petition filed…
‘Quilting by the Lake’ Retreat Continues to Bring Sewers Together
STURGEON LAKE, Minn.-- One group of women took some time to get away and enjoy one of their favorite hobbies together. And they say they are sew ready to go. Quilting by the lake, an…
Judge Recognized for Helping Those in Court System Battling Drug and Alcohol Addictions
DULUTH, Minn. -- On Wednesday, a judge in Duluth received an award for his work helping those in the court system who are grappling with addictions and facing crimes related to drug and alcohol abuse.…
Spirit Mountain, Mont du Lac Anticipate Adventurous Winter Season
DULUTH, Minn. - The Northland recently experienced its first blast of winter weather, and while many aren’t yet welcoming the change of season, it has ski and snowboard enthusiasts thrilled to hit the slopes.…
Duluth Tells Homeowners, Businesses To Step Up Snow Removal; City to Focus on City-Owned Streets, Sidewalks
DULUTH, Minn. - The city of Duluth held a press conference on Wednesday to address the coming year of snow after last year's historic storm on Thanksgiving Weekend. Mayor Larson's office tells Fox…
$135,000 Potentially Headed to Maintain Kozy Building
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Economic Development Authority, also known as DEDA has voted to use $135,000 to help prevent the condemned Kozy Building on East First Street from continuing to fall apart. The building which is now owned by…
Hogwarts Halloween Provides Safe Alternative
DULUTH, Minn. - The Pilgrim Church in Duluth is putting on a unique drive-by event for Halloween inspired by Harry Potter. The theme is Hogwarts. There will be plenty of fun wizard-inspired activities, such as…
A Google Trend Shows An Increase Of People Searching How To Change Vote
SUPERIOR, Wis. - A recent Google trend showed a spike in the number of people searching how they can change their vote. Both Minnesota and Wisconsin allow voters to make that choice. Unfortunately, the…
Ammunition Shortage Not Good For Deer Season
DULUTH, Minn. - The nation has seen dramatic supply shortages for certain goods throughout the course of the pandemic. As deer season approaches, there is a strong decline in the amount of available ammunition.…
Superior Salvation Army Brings In Toys For Folks In Need
SUPERIOR, Wis. - No need to have Santa deliver toys this year. The Salvation Army branch in Superior is bringing in toys for those in need during this holiday season. Those interested in signing…
"Don't Box Out Bookstores": Zenith Bookstore Brings National Campaign To Light
DULUTH, Minn. - A local bookstore is participating in a nationwide campaign to encourage people to buy local. The Don’t box out bookstores campaign was organized by America’s bookseller's association, working with independent bookstores across…
St. Louis County Gives Back, Providing Money to Organizations in the Area
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - Issues like mental health, youth substance abuse and food insecurity are persisting in the Northland. Now St. Louis County is stepping up by providing more than $350,000 to…
Trump, Biden Both Making Final Push in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — President Donald Trump planned to hold a rally in Green Bay on Friday, marking his third stop in a week to Wisconsin as part of a final push from both sides to capture the key swing…
Midday Update 10-28-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020.
No. 9 Wisconsin Cancels Nebraska Game; Chryst Tests Positive
(AP) - No. 9 Wisconsin has canceled its game at Nebraska on Saturday and paused all team activities for at least seven days after a dozen people within the program including coach Paul Chryst tested positive for COVID-19. School officials…
Group Asks Regulators to Check Enbridge’s Pipeline Capacity
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — An environmental group is asking Minnesota utility regulators to investigate Enbridge’s additions to its existing oil pipeline capacity which could make the company’s controversial new $2.6 billion…
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, October 28
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 139,444 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 19 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,387 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,739,997 tests have…
Feds Announce Indictments in Phony Magazine Elder Fraud Case
(FOX 9) - The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minnesota announced the indictment of 60 people accused of defrauding tens of thousands of mostly elderly victims out of $200 million in fraudulent magazine subscriptions. According to court documents obtained by FOX 9, the…
Matilda's Dog Bakery & Boutique Experiences Huge Influx of Customers Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn. - Throughout the pandemic, countless local businesses have been dealt with many struggles, however, for one small business owner, sales are soaring as Northlanders are adopting and spending more time with…
Great Outdoors: UMD Land Farm
DULUTH, Minn. - From the classroom to the farm UMD's land lab is wrapping up its season. The project originally started in 2009, and although this year has been different for faculty…
Morning Update 10-28-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020.
Wisconsin Dells Man Arrested on 12th Drunken Driving Charge
BARABOO, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin Dells man arrested on suspicion of drunken driving is facing his 12th charge for drunken driving. Walter Decorah, 51, made his initial appearance Tuesday in Sauk County Circuit Court. Judge Patricia Barrett set bail…
Supreme Court Rejects Delay of Minnesota Congressional Vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Minnesota Republican candidate’s bid to delay voting in his congressional race to February after the death of a third-party candidate was rejected Tuesday at the Supreme Court. Justice Neil Gorsuch, who handles emergency requests from the…
