Pattison State Park to Reopen Saturday
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- This summer marks two years since severe storms ripped through Pattison State Park creating extensive damage. Trails and property of the pristine park were torn up after raging water from the…
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Ashland Goes "All In" For COVID-19 Response
ASHLAND, Wis.-- Officials from Madison came up to northern Wisconsin to spread the message for the state's campaign to help businesses get through the tough financial times because of the pandemic. Wisconsin begins…
Segways Provide Unique Experience for Locals and Visitors
DULUTH, Minn. - Whether it's driving, biking, or walking, there are many ways to experience the views the Northland has to offer in a socially-distanced way. But one local business continues to use a unique…
Lake Superior Zoo Names New CEO
DULUTH, Minn. - The Lake Superior Zoo has named its new CEO. The Lake Superior Zoological Society Board of Directors appointed Haley Cope as the new Chief Executive Officer. Cope, who was most recently in the role of Director of…
Evers Gives UW $32 Million to Prepare for Students’ Return
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers divvied out about $32 million in federal aid Thursday to University of Wisconsin System schools to cover coronavirus tests and personal protective equipment when students return to campuses next month. The money will…
What You Need to Know for Minnesota's Primary Election on Tuesday
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota election officials have been scrambling for weeks to hold Tuesday's primary election in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. From relaxed rules on absentee voting to changes on election night to new procedures at polling…
Midday Update 8-6-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 6, 2020. Have a great day!
Schools in Itasca County Provide Update on Fall Learning Plans
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. - On Thursday, Superintendents from multiple school districts in Itasca County provided an update on back-to-school plans amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently announced a statewide decision to leave…
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, August 6
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 58,640 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 7 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,636 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,105,094 tests have…
Wisconsin Water Park Closes for Season After COVID Confirmed
LAKE DELTON, Wis. (AP) — A popular Wisconsin Dells attraction will remain closed for the rest of the season after two employees tested positive for the coronavirus. Noah’s Ark Waterpark announced Wednesday that it has decided to keep the park closed for…
Bucktales Cantina & Grill Expands Menu to Include Keto Option
SUPERIOR, Wis. - This week's Cooking Connection takes us to Bucktales Cantina and Grill located south of Superior along Highway 35. Owner Dee Morales specializes in whipping up authentic Mexican dishes, but the cantina also…
St. Louis County Fastest Growing County for Coronavirus Cases
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — St. Louis County in northeastern Minnesota this week has added new coronavirus cases faster than any other county in the state, according to health officials. Of the 475 cases in St. Louis County as of Wednesday,…
Morning Update 8-6-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 6, 2020. Have a great day!
1.2 Million Seek Jobless Aid After $600 Federal Check Ends
WASHINGTON (AP) - Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired. The Labor Department’s report…
Essentia Health Bills Approximately 1,000 Uninsured Patients For COVID-19 Tests
DULUTH, Minn. -- A representative with Essentia Health in Duluth has admitted that the health care provider charged approximately 1,000 uninsured patients for COVID-19 tests, which are free under the federal CARES Act.…
St. Louis County Wants To Help Fund Initiatives To Fight Major Community Disparities
DULUTH, Minn. - The St. Louis County Public Health Department is looking to help financially support the efforts of local organizations as they work to address key issues affecting the community. A community health assessment conducted…
The College Of St. Scholastica Offers Tuition Discount
DULUTH, Minn. - The College of St. Scholastica is offering tuition help to new students, who may have lost their job as a result of the global pandemic. The COVID-19 Saints Succeed award is…
Denfeld Class of 2020 Celebrates Graduation Together
SUPERIOR, Wis. - After a graduation that didn't feel like the real thing by any means because of the pandemic, the Duluth Denfeld Class of 2020 figured out a way to celebrate together.…
Crooked Pint Invites Fantasy Football Groups To Restaurant
DULUTH, Minn. - Crooked Pint in Duluth is inviting patrons to host their fantasy football parties at the restaurant. Guests of up to 12 people can enjoy food and drink specials while doing a…
Bayside Sounds Holds First Concert of Summer
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Bayside Sounds has been a summer tradition in Superior for over 25 years. After a late start due to the pandemic, the city was able to hold its first concert Wednesday night. The…
Rock Ridge High School Construction on Iron Range Begins
VIRGINIA, Minn.-- A new era began earlier today on the Iron Range. Virginia and Eveleth-Gilbert education officials joined forces to break ground for the new Rock Ridge High School. The historic project will…
Thousands of Masks Handed Out to Area Businesses
DULUTH, Minn. - The Hermantown Chamber of Commerce handed out more than 20,000 masks to area businesses. The goal of the event is to make sure every business along with their customers have a mask…
New Beer Garden Opens
DULUTH, Minn. - One local brewery has opened its own outdoor beer garden. Over at Bent Paddle in the Lincoln Park Craft District, the staff has put together tables and chairs outside where their…
Rock Ridge High School Being Built on Iron Range
VIRGINIA, Minn.-- A new era began earlier today up on the Iron Range as communities from Virginia and Eveleth-Gilbert broke ground on the new Rock Ridge High School. The new high school, expected…
Real Estate Market Doing Well During Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn. - The combination of a lack of inventory along with low interest rates has caused the local real estate market to reach new heights. One local real estate expert says some people…
Annual Sturgis Rally Expecting 250K, Stirring Virus Concerns
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota, which has seen an uptick in coronavirus infections in recent weeks, is bracing to host hundreds of thousands of bikers for the 80th edition of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. More than 250,000 people…
MN Supreme Court Upholds Life Sentence, Conviction in UMD Student Murder Case
ST. PAUL, Minn. - The Minnesota Supreme Court has upheld the conviction and sentencing of a Duluth man found guilty of first-degree murder for the fatal shooting of a UMD student in 2017. Last month, 24-year-old Deandre Davenport, appealed his…
Moderna Details Coronavirus Vaccine Pricing as Orders Roll in
(Fox Business) - Moderna’s customers are lining up to order its coronavirus vaccine even though it's still in the experimental state. “We have received approximately $400 million of customer deposits for potential supply. As we pivot to a commercial-stage company, we recognize the need for…
Midday Update 8-5-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, August 5, 2020.
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, August 5
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 57,779 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 9 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,629 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,090,303 tests have…
