Prosecutors: Similar Charges Warrant 1 Trial in Floyd Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Prosecutors in the case of four former Minneapolis officers charged in the death of George Floyd say the men should face trial together because the evidence and…
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Midday Update 9-11-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Sept. 11, 2020. Have a great day!
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, September 11
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 82,716 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 13 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,897 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,665,328 tests have…
Resort Owners in Ely Accused of Illegally Catching Prized Bait
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Three family members who run a northern Minnesota resort are accused of illegally catching and selling a prized baitfish which generated thousands of dollars in profits over the years. Robert LaTourell Jr., 50, Melinda LaTourell, and Melissa…
Morning Update 9-11-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Sept. 11, 2020. Have a great day!
Us Remembers 9/11 as Pandemic Changes Tribute Traditions
NEW YORK (AP) — Americans are commemorating 9/11 as a new national crisis in the form of the coronavirus pandemic reconfigures and divides anniversary ceremonies and a presidential campaign carves a path through the observances. In New York, victims’ relatives…
Ex-Cops Blame One Another, Seek Own Trials in Floyd’s Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) --Attorneys for four former Minneapolis officers charged in the death of George Floyd say that each client should get his own trial,…
Duluth's 2020 Projected Budget Shortfall Falls To $12 Million; 2021 Deficit Projection Announced
DULUTH, Minn. - There is some good news for the city of Duluth's budget crisis related to millions of dollars in lost revenue this year because of the pandemic. The projected 2020 budget shortfall…
Northland K-9 Foundation Hosts "Pup-Up" Shop in Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - The Northland K-9 Foundation hosted its final "Pup-Up" event at the Hermantown Dairy Queen on Thursday. The foundation helps fund police K-9 needs in Duluth, Superior, and Hermantown, as well…
Waters of Superior to Close, Noting Difficulties Due To Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn.-- A popular canal park business for the last two decades will be closing its doors for good later this fall. The reason for shutting down is financial difficulties due to…
Duluth Veterans Rally Against Trump
DULUTH, Minn.-- The President has been accused of making comments calling soldiers who died in combat 'losers and suckers' which has drawn criticism across the country, including from veterans in Duluth. A group of veterans…
Duluth Couple Takes Flight for 65th Anniversary
DULUTH, Minn.-- A Duluth couple got to experience their 65th wedding anniversary from the clouds earlier today. James and Barbara Burud thought they were going out for pizza, instead their kids surprised them…
DECC Confident About Holding Future Events After Trump Jr. Visit
DULUTH, Minn. - The DECC is calling Wednesday's "Make America Great Again" rally with Donald Trump Jr. a successful first big event for the convention center since it closed months ago because of…
Minnesota Firefighters Help Battle Western Wildfires
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-- As wildfires continue to ravage western states, some Minnesota firefighters are out there to help. More than 60 Minnesota firefighters are out west helping fight fires in six states including California, like…
West Theater Hosts First Live Concert Since Reopening
DULUTH, Minn. - The West Theatre hosted its first indoor concert since reopening after COVID-19 hit. The theater could only welcome people in a 25% capacity, but they were able to…
A New Education Co-op Fills Needs for Families During Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn. - The Eastridge Community Church in Duluth is making an effort to support families facing childcare and education needs during the global pandemic. The church has launched its new education co-op. The…
The Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Will Happen Without Spectators
DULUTH, Minn. - The Beargrease Marathon is one of the most anticipated winter events in the Northland. While the marathon is scheduled to take place this coming January, it will happen without any spectators. This…
Sky Harbor Airport Runway Project Completed
DULUTH, Minn. - The process started all the way back in 2006 when the licensure for the airport was in jeopardy because of the old growth forest was influencing the flight approach to the runway.…
Dino Hunt Begins at Glensheen
DULUTH, Minn. - Two organizations have partnered together to start the great Dino Hunt for kids. Glensheen Mansion and Duluth's Children's Museum have teamed up to celebrate the museum's new dinosaurs exhibit called "Dinosaurs:…
World Suicide Prevention Day Brings Awareness
DULUTH, Minn. - According to the World Health Organization, about 800,000 people die every year to suicide. And now those statistics are taking center stage across the globe as it's World Suicide Prevention Day.…
Former Hermantown Teacher, Coach Pleads Guilty to Sexual Misconduct
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - A former Hermantown Middle School teacher and volleyball coach accused of sexually assaulting a student pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. Madeleine Schmaltz, 29, of Saginaw, Minnesota is accused of having a sexual…
Gordy's HI-Hat to Close for Season at the End of September
CLOQUET, Minn. - Gordy's Hi-Hat will be closing for the season at the end of September. Gordy's made an announcement on their Facebook page earlier this week that its 60th season will come to an end on Sunday, September 27.…
Joe Biden to campaign in Minnesota Sept. 18
DULUTH, Minn. (Fox 9/Fox 21) - Joe Biden will be visiting Minnesota next week according to a recent press release from his campaign. Biden will be in Minnesota on Friday, September 18 however specific details about the visit have not…
College Hockey Delayed Due to COVID-19
(FOX 9) - The start of the 2020-21 college hockey season is being delayed due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. The Hockey Commissioners Association, which represents the 11 Division I men’s and women’s hockey conferences, announced the delay Thursday. The HCA…
Duluth's Best Bread Now Offering New Cheese Curd Creation
DULUTH, Minn. - While the 'Unofficial Minnesota State Fair' is now over at Duluth's Best Bread, the creative bakers are choosing to keep one of the items they offered during the promotion. Co-owner…
Home on Lake Vermilion Destroyed by Fire
COOK, Minn. - A home near Cook on the west end of Lake Vermilion was destroyed by a fire Wednesday night, according to the Northland FireWire. Fire crews from the Cook Fire Department…
Midday Update 9-10-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020.
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, September 10
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 82,249 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 15 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,884 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,646,961 tests have…
Delayed Start Announced for UMD Men's, Women's Hockey Seasons
DULUTH, Minn. - In a joint statement from all Division I men's and women's hockey conferences, the National Collegiate Hockey Conference and the Western Collegiate Hockey Association announced Thursday that the upcoming 2020-2021 season…
Us Layoffs Remain Elevated as Job Market’s Gains Weaken
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits was unchanged last week at 884,000, a sign that layoffs remain stuck at a historically high level six months after the viral pandemic flattened the economy. The latest figures…
