Great Outdoors: Mountain Biking Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - Trails have been packed with bikers and hikers around the Northland with everyone just trying to get out and have some socially-distanced fun. "We were bored during quarantine and we decided…
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Two Seriously Injured in Silver Township House Explosion, Fire
SILVER TOWNSHIP, Minn. - The Carlton County Sheriff's Office says two women were seriously injured in a home explosion and fire in Silver Township Tuesday evening. The incident happened around 8:53 p.m. at 4080 Korhonen Road. Authorities say initial…
MPCA Warns of Blue-Green Algae Dangers for Dogs
DULUTH, Minn. - A toxic form of algae continues to take over area lakes, rivers, and ponds. Just this summer, two dogs in Minnesota have died after swimming in water tainted by…
Morning Update 7-15-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 15, 2020.
Floyd Attorneys to Announce Lawsuit Against City of Minneapolis, Officers Involved in Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Attorneys for George Floyd’s family are set to announce a civil lawsuit Wednesday against the city of Minneapolis and the police officers involved in his death. Attorney Ben Crump…
Head of Lakes Fair Still Happening with Extra Safety Precautions, Modified Activities
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Setup is underway for the only fair that seems to still be moving forward in the Northland -- and perhaps the only event of the summer. The Head of the…
With Superior Mask Mandate on Horizon, Business Owners Prepare for its Passage
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Across the bridge in Superior, businesses are preparing for a city wide mask mandate that could take effect July 27th, if the City Council approves a proposed ordinance at next week's…
Wisconsin Youth Employment Down During Pandemic
ASHLAND, Wis.-- With the unemployment rate at 12 percent in Wisconsin, area workforce leaders are pushing for more businesses to hire young people ages 15-19. The youth unemployment rate right now is at 32…
Gov. Evers Gives COVID-19 Update Amid Increase in Cases
MADISON, Wis.-- Tuesday, Wisconsin broke its own record for confirmed new COVID-19 cases for four out of six days, with 964 confirmed new cases. Governor Evers said more than 650,000 tests have been completed…
Gov. Walz Allocates $100 Million for COVID-19 Housing Relief
ST. PAUL, Minn.-- Financial impacts from the pandemic have made it harder than ever for some Minnesotans to pay rent. But Governor Tim Walz and other state leaders are doing what they can to…
Essentia Health to Donate 20,000 Face Masks After Mask Mandate, Rise In Cases
DULUTH, Minn.-- Essentia Health is stepping up to make sure as many people have masks as possible during the mask mandate in Duluth and as cases continue to rise. Essentia is donating 20,000 procedure…
Duluth Mask Ordinance Creates Difference Of Opinions
DULUTH, Minn. - The city of Duluth is now being added to a growing list of cities in Minnesota mandating everyone to wear masks to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. The Duluth…
Adult Day Centers Reopen in Minnesota
DULUTH, Minn. - Adult day centers in Minnesota have now been given the green light to reopen. and return to servicing those with disabilities. Many of those utilizing those services have not been…
Construction Continues on Future Burger King on London Road
DULUTH, Minn. - Construction continues this week on Duluth's newest Burger King which will be located on London Road. Back in September, the Wendy's that was there and the one in Cloquet both permanently…
New Equipment for Superior Fire Department
DULUTH, Minn. - Firefighters use all kinds of equipment to help them put out fires, and they now have one more piece of gear they can use to help during dire situations. It's called…
Virtual Career Fair Being Hosted This Week
DULUTH, Minn. - As the pandemic continues, many career fairs are going virtual. Duluth's Career Force will hold one through Zoom on Thursday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. There is no limit to how…
Super One Requires Mask Use
DULUTH, Minn. - Super One grocery stores across the region are now requiring guests to wear masks in their facilities including in liquor stores. Store leadership says it's not only important for the guests, but…
Wisconsin Hits Record High in Virus Cases as Spike Continues
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin has broken a record for confirmed new COVID-19 cases for the fourth out of six days. Gov. Tony Evers and state health leaders on Tuesday implored people to wear masks and take precautions to slow…
Trump Administration Rescinds Rule on Foreign Students
BOSTON (AP) — The Trump administration has rescinded a rule that would have required international students to transfer schools or leave the country if their colleges hold classes entirely online this fall because of the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the decision…
Former St. Louis County Social Worker Charged With Sexual Assault Sentenced
DULUTH, Minn. - A former St. Louis County social worker convicted of criminal sexual conduct was sentenced Monday to 57 months in prison for demanding sex from a female client, but that was stayed for seven years of probation. According…
Duluth School District Provides Families, Staff With Fall Planning Survey
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth School District is asking families with children in Duluth Public Schools, as well as staff, to take part in a planning survey as they continue to weigh options for fall. “While we’re working with three…
4 More States Added to NY’s Coronavirus Quarantine List
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo added four more states to New York’s quarantine list on Tuesday as he sought to contain the spread of COVID-19 from regions of the country where infection rates are growing. The…
Midday Update 7-14-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 14, 2020.
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, July 14
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 43,170 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 6 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,510 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 777,614 tests have…
Morning Update 7-14-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, July 14, 2020.
Two Arrested Following Stolen Vehicle Pursuit in Hermantown
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - Two male suspects were arrested Monday night after crashing a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Maple Grove Road and Steber Road. According to the Hermantown Police Department, officers responded to the Hermantown Walmart on reports of…
Lightning Strikes Home Overnight
DULUTH, Minn. - A lightning strike is to blame for a three-story home fire on the 5000 block of Lakeview Drive in Lakewood Township. Residents reported the house was struck by lightning around 1:20 a.m. The fire resulted in smoke…
Ship Off Course Through Duluth Ship Canal Comes To Screeching Halt
DULUTH, Minn. - The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating after a 1,000-foot ship came to a screeching halt while under the Lift Bridge in Duluth Monday morning. Video of the incident was captured by…
Mayor Larson Drops 'Chief' From CFO Title, Renames Position To Be Less Offensive
DULUTH -- Mayor Emily Larson has dropped the word "chief” from one of the city's top positions -- calling that word "offensive" to the indigenous community. The "Chief Financial Officer" title is now known as the "Finance Director." Mayor Larson…
Duluth Becomes First City in Northland to Approve Mask Mandate for Indoor Public Places
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth is now the first city in the Northland to require masks in all public indoor spaces to stop the spread of the Coronavirus, after City Council voted unanimously to pass the…
