Midday Update 6-10-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, June 10, 2020.
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Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, June 10
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 28,869 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 19 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,236 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 369,795 tests have…
Minneapolis Police Chief Announces Withdrawal From Contract Negotiations With Police Union
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo announced Wednesday he is withdrawing from contract negotiations on the unfinished contract with the police union and restarting an effort to identify troubled officers through early warning signs. The chief held a news conference…
Lake Superior Zoo Plans 'A Walk on the Wild Side' Reopening
DULUTH, Minn. - Under the latest phase of Minnesota’s ‘Stay Safe’ executive order, many public facilitates are allowed to reopen with health restrictions in place. On the list to reopen is the Lake…
Morning Update 6-10-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, June 10, 2020.
Duluth YMCA to Reopen Next Week
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Area Family YMCA announced Wednesday that they will be reopening the facility next week. According to a recent press release, the YMCA will open for members on June 15. "While many of the things you…
St. Louis Co. Commissioner Nelson Exited Moment of Silence For George Floyd Because He Felt Sick, He Says
VIRGINIA, Minn. - Gov. Tm Walz issued a proclamation for George Floyd Tuesday morning calling on Minnesotans to observe a moment of silence at the start of Floyd's funeral for 8 minutes and…
Terese Tomanek Voted Unanimously to City Council
DULUTH, Minn. - Last night the Duluth City Council approved a new city councilor after at-large councilor Barb Russ left her post due to health reasons. Terese Tomanek was voted unanimously by the council.…
Verso Corporations Shutting Down Operations At Duluth Paper Mill
DULUTH, Minn. - One of the leading producers in the paper industry is falling victim to the financial strains of the Covid-19 Pandemic. Ohio-based Verso Corporation announced it is stopping production at its mills in…
Ski Hut Sees Increase in Outdoor Equipment
DULUTH, Minn. - As the short Duluth summer approaches, people are getting outside in any way they can. "We've got a great outdoor scene, there's so many trails and forests and lakes and rivers…
Small Town Restaurants Ready to Reopen Dine-in Service
SCANLON, Minn., and ESKO, Minn. - Restaurants across Minnesota can open at 50 percent capacity for dine-in service starting Wednesday, June 10. Local restaurants have been without a big portion of their business during…
City Of Duluth and Career Force Launch "YES Duluth Program"
DULUTH, Minn.-- As people try to find jobs during the pandemic, the city of Duluth, Career Force, and a few organizations are partnering to help get young people into the workforce. Youth Employment Services or…
Minnesota Gyms Prepare for Reopening on Wednesday
DULUTH, Minn. - On Wednesday, Phase III of the "Stay Safe MN" plan will go into effect, and that means gyms and fitness studios can finally reopen. They can open at 25 percent capacity. Local…
Bridgman's Restaurant Adds A New Patio
DULUTH, Minn. - Bridgeman's in Duluth is adding a new feature to its restaurant, just in time for summer. Coming soon, the popular restaurant will have a brand new patio. It will give customers a…
St. Luke's Hospital's Wound Care Unit Receives Award
DULUTH, Minn. - June is Wound Care Month. St. Luke's hospital is being honored for its work in providing exceptional wound care to its patients. The hospital's wound care unit was recently presented with the President's Circle. It is an…
Ely's Peak Tunnel Closed for Maintenance
DULUTH, Minn. - The Ely's Peak tunnel has been going through maintenance recently. The portion of the trail is closed to remove any dangerous or loose rocks. This is all part of the DWP…
Skyline Lanes Prepares for Re-Opening
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - Skyline Lanes is ready to re-open after over 70 days of being shut down. Customers will soon be back in the newly renovated facility, but there have been some big changes made…
Northland Greenhouse Stays Busy
DULUTH, Minn. - It has been an exceptionally busy spring for greenhouses. The weather has certainly cooperated in the month of May and in the first part of June. Over at Lilac Hill Greenhouse in…
Local Brewery Hosts Soft Opening
DULUTH, Minn. - Restaurants and bars in Minnesota have been able to have outdoor seating for the past week but tomorrow is the first day customers will also be allowed inside. Duluth's Bent Paddle,…
Glensheen Reopens After Being Closed For Months
DULUTH, Minn. - More historic sites are opening up to the public in the Northland. Glensheen is now opening its historic grounds to the public after two months of closure. All staff is required to…
FDL Band Member Tests Positive for COVID-19
CLOQUET, Minn. - Minnesota health officials announced on Tuesday that a Fond du Lac Band member has tested positive for COVID-19. The Fond du Lac Human Services Division says they were notified late afternoon on Monday and that the member…
Wisconsin Campgrounds Opening, but with Changes due to COVID-19
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin campgrounds closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic reopen starting Wednesday, but it won’t be business as usual. Campers will have to make reservations ahead of time, won’t be able to purchase firewood on-site…
Midday Update 6-9-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 9, 2020.
WHO Expert Clarifies Remarks on Virus Spread
GENEVA — A top World Health Organization expert has tried to clear up “misunderstandings” about comments she made that were widely understood to suggest that people without COVID-19 symptoms rarely transmit the coronavirus. Maria Van Kerkhove, the U.N. health agency’s…
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, June 9
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 28,523 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 20 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,217 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 360,991 tests have…
Watch: George Floyd, Whose Death Energized a Movement, to be Buried
HOUSTON (AP) — The black man whose death has inspired a worldwide reckoning over racial injustice will be buried in Houston on Tuesday. His body will be carried home in a horse-drawn carriage and will be laid to rest next…
Governor Walz Orders Moment of Silence Tuesday in Honor of George Floyd
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued a proclamation Tuesday morning asking for a moment of silence in Minnesota to honor the life of George Floyd. According to the proclamation, the moment of silence will take place at…
Morning Update 6-9-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 9, 2020.
Verso to Idle Duluth Paper Mill, Cites Market Decline
DULUTH, Minn. - The Verso Corporation today announced that it is taking immediate actions to offset unprecedented market decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to reposition the company for future success. Verso will indefinitely idle paper mills in Duluth and Wisconsin…
