Lifeguards Return To Park Point Beach
DULUTH, Minn. - Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the city had to put a pause on the use of lifeguards at park point beach. Now the city is partnering with the Duluth Area YMCA…
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Air Conditioners Are Selling Out During Hot Days
DULUTH, Minn. - Many hardware stores are already keeping busy during this heatwave selling air conditioners and other summer essentials to help people keep cool. Marshall Hardware in Duluth has already sold out of…
Homeless Rate Goes Up In St. Louis County
DULUTH, Minn. - A study completed by St. Louis County in January uncovered an increase in the number of people dealing with homelessness The County conducts what it calls the "Point in Time" survey every…
Missing Naked Man Found Under Manhole Cover in Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.-Duluth officials are telling us tonight that the naked man who entered the sewers yesterday has been found alive. City spokesperson Kate Van Daele tells Fox 21 that he was discovered…
Minnesota Officials Back Mask Mandate Amid Spikes Elsewhere
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Health experts are urging Gov. Tim Walz to require masks in public statewide amid concerns over the spike in coronavirus cases elsewhere. Nationwide, the infection curve rising in 40 of 50 states. Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says the…
Midday Update 7-2-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 2, 2020.
US Unemployment Falls to 11%, But New Shutdowns are Underway
WASHINGTON-The U.S. government says unemployment fell to 11.1% in June as the economy added a solid 4.8 million jobs. But the job-market recovery may already be faltering because of a new round of closings and layoffs triggered by a resurgence…
Blasting Off for the Fourth with Delicious Desserts by Sweet Exchange
DULUTH, Minn. - Independence Day is right around the corner, and you can't forget dessert on the picnic table! In this week's Cooking Connection, Lisa Quarles, pastry chef and owner of Sweet Exchange,…
Duluth Police to Announce Use of Force Policy Updates Later Today
DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Police Department will hold a press conference at 2 p.m. today to announce updates made to their use of force policy. "The Duluth Police Department embraces our social contract with our community and works collaboratively to co-produce…
Morning Update 7-2-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Sam Gabrielli for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 2, 2020.
Lifeguards to Return to Park Point July 10
DULUTH, Minn.-The city of Duluth and the Duluth Area Family YMCA will once again provide lifeguards on Park Point this summer. Lifeguards will return to the beach on a limited basis, Friday through Sunday from noon to 5:00 p.m. Lifeguards…
Minneapolis Commission to Hold Two Hearings on Police Proposal
MINNEAPOLIS-Some members of a commission reviewing a proposal to dismantle the Minneapolis Police Department expressed concern about the fast-tracked timeline they must follow to get the issue on the November ballot. The Minneapolis Charter Commission voted Wednesday that it will…
Walleye Fishing on Mille Lacs Lake Closed for July
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Walleye fishing on Minnesota's Mille Lacs Lake has closed for July. The planned closure took effect Wednesday, in anticipation of a fall walleye season. Officials with the Department of Natural Resources determined closing the popular lake to walleye…
Jamrock Cultural Restaurant Finds New Home After Eviction Complicates Business
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A local cook who's Caribbean food business was sidelined after his landlord evicted him is teaming up with a Superior bar owner to serve his food once again. Average Joe's Pub off Hammond…
Local Musician, Disability Rights Advocate Writes to Duluth Council in Favor of Mask Mandate
DULUTH, Minn.- A local musician and outspoken advocate for people with disabilities is voicing her support of the City Council approving a mask-mandate in public buildings. Gaelynn Lea recently wrote to Mayor Emily Larson and…
Tourists Take In Amnicon Falls State Park
SOUTH RANGE, Wisc. - Just outside of Superior you can find majestic falls waiting to be seen. "Every year me, my uncle and my brother go adventuring go adventuring up here. We just go to…
Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar Voluntarily Closes After Staff Member Tests Positive for COVID-19
DULUTH, Minn.-- Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar in Duluth announced Wednesday they are voluntarily closing, explaining that staff has been exposed to a person with COVID-19. It’s also located in Canal Park, where the…
John Magas Begins Role as Duluth Superintendent
DULUTH, Minn.-- Today is the first day on the job for new Duluth Superintendent John Magas, who was named to the position in March. Magas has been spending the past few weeks transitioning virtually…
Duluth Authorities Search for Suspected Naked Man in Sewers
DULUTH, Minn.-- A suspected naked man led authorities on a search effort in the downtown Duluth sewer system Wednesday. The Duluth Fire Department got the call for help at 12:17 p.m. about a man…
Wild State Cider Expands
DULUTH, Minn. - It's been more than a year since Wild State Cider in Duluth opened its doors for the first time. Now it's expanding. The popular cidery is extending its existing space to…
Emergency Ordinance Proposal Could Require Everyone To Wear Masks Indoors
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth City Council is proposing an emergency ordinance to require everyone to wear masks while indoors From a statistical standpoint, many health officials believe wearing masks is a no brainer. As…
Maritime Staff Help Tourists Navigate Area
DULUTH, Minn. - While the local maritime museum remains closed to guests, it now has staff stationed outside the visitor center to provide information for guests and visitors. It provides information about the shipping…
WITC Prepares for Fall Semester
DULUTH, Minn. - As the pandemic continues, local colleges are getting ready for the fall semester. Over at WITC, leadership says they are still figuring out what that looks like logistically. Students may or may…
North Shore Scenic Railroad Kicks Off Summer Tourism Season
DULUTH, Minn. - The coronavirus pandemic stopped operations at the North Shore Scenic Railroad in Duluth for many weeks, but a train finally left the depot today. It's the first run of the season. After…
Health Officials Close Indoor Service at Madison Bars
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Public health officials are closing indoor service at bars in Madison as the Fourth of July weekend approaches and as the number of reported coronavirus cases accelerate.…
Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar Temporarily Closing After Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
DULUTH, Minn. - Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar announced on Wednesday they will be closing temporarily due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19. In a recent Facebook post,…
Authorities Respond to Reports of Man in Duluth Sewer System, No one Located in Search
DULUTH, Minn. - Authorities in Duluth say they have ended their search for a person that allegedly crawled into the sewer system near the downtown area Wednesday afternoon. A city spokesperson says the Duluth Fire Department received a call around…
Tickets on Sale Today for First 'Movies in the Parking Lot' Showing
DULUTH, Minn. - Tickets for the first 'Movies in the Parking Lot' showing are now on sale. The popular summer event has transitioned into a drive-in style theater that will be held in the DECC parking lot. The Greater Downtown…
Pharmaceutical Industry Sues to Block Minnesota Insulin Law
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The drug industry is suing to overturn a Minnesota law that took effect Wednesday that requires them to provide emergency and longer-term insulin supplies to diabetics who can’t afford them. The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers…
