Zoo Partners with Food Truck
DULUTH, Minn. - The zoo is partnering with a local business to serve those in the community with food. The Lake Superior Zoo is hosting Food Truck Fridays, where every Friday during the…
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Stuff the Bus Campaign Gives Back
NORTHLAND - Many Northland fundraising events have changed their usual protocols during the pandemic. Like in years past, Head of the Lakes United Way is still collecting school supplies for students in need.…
Essentia Health Center for Personal Fitness to Require Masks Full-Time
DULUTH, Minn. - Effective Saturday Essentia Health will begin requiring masks at the Center for Personal Fitness at the Miller Hill Health Plaza. Essentia says they will require masks to be worn by…
Protesters sue Minneapolis Over 'Unreasonable and Excessive' Use of Force
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A group of protesters is filing a class-action lawsuit against the City of Minneapolis for the use of "unreasonable and excessive shows of force" during peaceful demonstrations in the days following George Floyd's death. The lawsuit, which was filed…
Midday 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!
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, August 7
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 59,185 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 4 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,640 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,121,299 tests have…
"Black Is Beautiful" Beer Debuts At Bent Paddle
DULUTH, Minn. - Bent Paddle Brewing Company in Duluth is bringing awareness to injustices impacting people of color. The brewery is collaborating with more than 1,000 other breweries in the nation by…
30 Family Members in Minnesota Contract COVID-19 Following Funeral
LAKE PARK, Minn. (AP) — Thirty grieving members of a family in a small northwestern Minnesota town have contracted the coronavirus after attending a funeral for a loved one. The family of 78-year-old Francis Perreault gathered at the Catholic church…
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!
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…
