New Sanitizer Outlet Store Opens
DULUTH, Minn. - What started as a pop-up shop in superior has now turned to a full-fledged business. With a soft opening, Owner Rick Lampton calls, the Clear-San Pro outlet store was unique business…
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Ex-Cop Charged in Floyd’s Death Faces Tax Evasion Counts
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder in the death of George Floyd was charged Wednesday with multiple felony counts of tax evasion. Derek Chauvin and his wife, Kellie May Chauvin, were each charged in Washington…
Walz Signs Order Requiring Minnesotans to Wear Face Masks
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Gov. Tim Walz is requiring Minnesotans to wear face masks to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Walz signed an executive order Wednesday requiring Minnesotans to wear a face-covering in indoor businesses and indoor public settings.…
Midday Update 7-22-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
One Dead, One Seriously Injured in Semi vs Car Crash in Proctor
PROCTOR, Minn. - Minnesota State Patrol says one person is dead and another is seriously injured after their car crashed into a semi-truck on Highway 2 in Proctor. The crash happened around 3:23 a.m. Wednesday. Authorities say a Nissan Altima…
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, July 22
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 47,961 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 4 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,552 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 888,551 tests have…
Pet Food Donations Wanted for Dog, Cat Owners in Need
DULUTH, Minn. - The COVID-19 pandemic is not only impacting humans but animals as well. Recently Duluthian Tina Marcella, founder of PJ's Rescue, was approached by an anonymous donor who wanted to start a pet food collection drive to help…
Minnesota Governor Prepares to Announce Masking Decision
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz is expected to announce a statewide face mask mandate on Wednesday to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The governor has scheduled a news conference with health officials and business…
Morning Update 7-22-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Science Museum of Minnesota to Reopen in September
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Science Museum of Minnesota is making plans to reopen on September 4, but will do so with 39 percent less of its staff, according to museum officials. According to an update released by the museum Tuesday…
Minnesota State Fair Offering Drive-Thru Experience
ST, PAUL, Minn. - The Minnesota State Fair will host a State Fair Food Parade in late August and early September. The event will allow fair-goers to experience 16 vendors while also supporting the Great Minnesota Get-Together. Favorites like Pronto…
Northland Natives Formulate Healthy Boost with Boomerang Energy
DULUTH, Minn. - We’ve all been there – Long days at work making for sleepy afternoons waiting for the clock to strive five. Each year millions of energy drinks are sold in the…
Mayor Larson Responds to Criticism Over Ordinance to Remove 'Chief' From CAO Title
DULUTH, Minn. - Mayor Emily Larson responded Tuesday after Duluth city councilors voiced their frustrations at Monday night's council meeting involving an ordinance to remove the word "chief" from the Chief Administrative Officer…
Cloquet City Council Passes Mask Mandate; Votes to Take Effect August 1st
CLOQUET, Minn.- A mask mandate for indoor public places was passed by the Cloquet City Council Monday evening, taking effect August 1st. Unlike Duluth, the vote was not unanimous -- the council, it seems,…
Wisconsin Sets Single Day High for New COVID-19 Cases
MADISON, Wis.-- As cases continue to increase across the country, Wisconsin announced today they have a new daily high with over 1,000 new cases of COVID-19. State health officials recorded 1,117 new cases Tuesday,…
Superior School District Approves Three Reopening Scenarios; Asks Parents to Submit Preferences
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior School District has approved their possible plan for how students will be taught this fall. The coming school year will either be all virtual, all in-person, or a hybrid…
Wisconsin Lawmakers Launch "Vote Safe" Initiative
MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin Lawmakers gathered to raise awareness about voting safely in state for the upcoming presidential election. Both the current, and former attorney general of Wisconsin were on the virtual call Tuesday…
Brule River Canoe Rental Busy With Paddlers
BRULE, Wis. - If you're looking for a new place to go kayaking, the Brule River is the place to try. "You'll see a lot of wildlife, we've seen eagles out and about, bears,…
Superior City Council Votes to Require Masks in Indoor Public Areas
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The Superior City Council has voted to require masks in indoor public areas across the city. Masks will be required in places like restaurants, bars, retail stores, public transportation, gyms, fitness…
Construction Of Mixed-Use Space At Board Of Trade Building Nears Completion
DULUTH, Minn. - The transformation of the historic Board of Trade building in downtown Duluth is inching closer to completion. In October, construction crews began renovating the century-old building to turn it into…
Fairlawn Mansion's Ice Cream Social Goes Virtual
SUPERIOR, Wis. - One of Fairlawn Mansion's biggest fundraisers of the year is going virtual. The Twin Ports community will get a chance to participate in the annual Ice Cream Social right from the comfort…
Duluth Fire Department Issues Red Flag Warning
DULUTH, Minn. - Due to the high risk of rip currents today, the Duluth Fire Department is issuing a warning for dangerous conditions for Park Point beaches effective until 10 a.m. tomorrow. So far…
Northland Businesses Prepare for School Year
DULUTH, Minn. - Despite all the uncertainty, around the upcoming school year, Northland businesses are still seeing customers come in to get their kids ready for school. Businesses are preparing for the uptick in…
Senator Klobuchar Urges Northlanders to Donate Plasma
DULUTH, Minn. - As the pandemic continues, Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar wants to remind the public about the importance of donating plasma. Recently, she introduced the Plasma Donation Awareness Act, which is a bipartisan effort…
Minnesota Judge Lifts Gag Order in George Floyd Case
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota judge on Tuesday lifted a gag order in the criminal case against four former officers charged in death of George Floyd, but said he would…
Gov. Walz Strongly Hints he Will Impose Statewide Mask Mandate This Week
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is strongly hinting that he will impose a statewide mask mandate this week. "I think you can expect an announcement in the…
Walmart to Close its Stores on Thanksgiving Day
NEW YORK (AP) - Walmart Inc. said that it will be closing its namesake stores and Sam’s Clubs on Thanksgiving Day this year, saying that it wants to have its employees spend time with their families during the coronavirus. The…
Red Flag Warning Issued for Dangerous Swimming Conditions on Park Point
DULUTH, Minn. - A red flag warning has been issued by the Duluth Fire Department due to dangerous swimming conditions on Park Point. The warning is in effect until 10:00 a.m. Wednesday. The warning means that wind and wave conditions…
Midday Update 7-21-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 21, 2020. Have a great day!
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, July 21
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 47,457 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 3 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,548 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 876,859 tests have…
