Minnesota Bars Open at 50 Percent Capacity
DULUTH, Minn. - Customers are excited to be back in bars and restaurants in Minnesota. On Wednesday, they opened for dine-in service for the first time since mid-March. "To me it's always nice to…
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Duluth Public Parks Allowed to Reopen
DULUTH, Minn.-- As COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted across Minnesota, it also means some changes are coming right here in Duluth. The city is working to open public parks and fields back up in a…
More Relief for Iron Range Businesses
EVELETH, Minn.-- Small business loans have been given out during the pandemic and over on the Iron Range, there is now another program to get relief. The Minnesota Department Of Iron Range Resources And…
Second Harvest Hosts New Food Assistance Program
SUPERIOR, Wisconsin. - Members of Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank, and UWS volunteers participated in there first ever coronavirus food assistance program drop off. Hundreds of cars were lined up lined up several…
Gov. Walz Announces Pardon Hearing for Man Connected with Clayton-Jackson-McGhie Case
DULUTH, Minn.-During an announcement today about calling a special legislative session for Friday to extend the state's peace time emergency, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz also said the state will hold a pardon hearing this…
Minnesota Restaurants Now Able to Seat 50% Capacity Indoors
DULUTH, Minn. - For about three months, Minnesota restaurants were limited to only offering take out, delivery and curbside options. All of this has changed starting today. Minnesota restaurants are now able to have 50%…
YMCA to Open Next Week
DULUTH, Minn. - Local Northland organizations continue to prepare to reopen after many of the governor's restrictions were lifted today. Leadership from the Duluth Area Family YMCA is opening up its downtown Duluth facility Monday…
Fond-du-Luth to Reopen Next Week
DULUTH, Minn. - Fond-du-Luth Casino announced Wednesday that they will be reopening next week. The casino said in a recent press release that they will open their doors once again at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 15. Face masks will…
Mall of America Reopens After Nearly 3 Months of Being Shut Down
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) — The Mall of America was back in business on Wednesday, nearly three months after the Minnesota tourist attraction shut down because of the coronavirus. About 150 of the 500 stores in the Minneapolis suburb of Bloomington…
Itasca County Board Approves Plan for new Jail
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. - On Tuesday, the Itasca County Board approved in a 3-2 vote one of the plans for a new jail facility. According to the Itasca County Sheriff, the plan calls for taking over three downtown Grand Rapids…
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.
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,…
