Morning Update 8-7-20
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, August 7, 2020. Have a great day!
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Coronavirus Aid Talks on Brink of Collapse, Sides Still ‘Far Apart’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money are teetering on the brink of collapse after a marathon meeting in the Capitol generated lots of recriminations but little progress on the top issues confronting negotiators. Treasury Secretary Steven…
Suspect Arrested in Carlton County Assault
CARLTON, Minn. - On Thursday night just before one o'clock, State Patrol Officers and the Carlton County Sheriff's Office responded to a welfare check at a Thompson Township residence. A seriously injured adult female was located at the address. It was…
'Fill The Boot' Fundraiser Going Virtual
DULUTH, Minn. - Local fire departments participating in their annual 'fill the boot' campaign will be doing things a bit differently this year. Because of Covid-19, the Duluth Fire department couldn't find a…
Superior's First United Methodist Church Looking For People to Enjoy their Garden
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The First United Methodist Church of Superior is looking for people to come out and take advantage of their garden. The garden is blossoming next to the church and has 41…
Sections of Can of Worms Project Pushed Until 2027
DULUTH, Minn. - Two sections of the multi-million dollar "Can of Worms" reconstruction project are being pushed back more than five years. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the funding gap is…
Unique Therapy for PTSD Comes to Northland
DULUTH, Minn. - A unique type of therapy has made its way to the Twin Ports for the first time. This week, a workshop is being held in Duluth training therapists on accelerated resolution…
Duluth Firefighter On Unpaid Suspension After Woman's Assault Over Unleashed Dogs
DULUTH, Minn. -- A Duluth firefighter is now serving a 30-day unpaid suspension after being accused of assaulting a woman on a West Duluth trail in July. Conrad Sunde, 48, was originally placed on paid administrative leave in mid-July during…
Lake Superior Zoo Names New CEO
DULUTH, Minn. - The Lake Superior Zoo has officially named a new CEO, Haley Cope. Cope was named to the position after being the marketing director since 2018. She says she knows how difficult…
UMD Prepares To Welcome Students In The Fall
DULUTH, Minn. - The University of Minnesota Duluth has put new safety protocols as it prepares to welcome students back to campus. There are about three weeks remain before students can get back to in-person…
St. Louis County Adds New COVID-19 Cases Faster Than Any Other County In The State
DULUTH, Minn.- St. Louis County has added new Coronavirus cases faster than any other county in the state by reaching nearly 500 total. Initially, the county had a pretty low rate of COVID-19 cases…
Duluth School Board Votes for Fully Hybrid Learning Model for All Students
DULUTH, Minn. - After hours of discussions, the Duluth School Board has voted to begin the school year on a fully hybrid model for all students as the coronavirus…
Duluth Rotary Donates $25,000 to Boys and Girls Clubs for Mental Health Support
DULUTH, Minn.-- For the second year in a row, the Rotary Club of Duluth has given a big donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland to help them address mental health…
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…
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…
