Glensheen Making Plans to Reopen
DULUTH, Minn. - Some historical sites are getting ready to reopen after being closed for months due to the pandemic. Glensheen Mansion does not have an exact date for reopening but they plan on doing…
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Healthcare Professionals Honor George Floyd
DULUTH, Minn. - White coats for black lives. Today, Northland healthcare workers knelt together in remembrance of George Floyd. While Duluth is a predominantly white community, there is diversity and doctors want people to…
Second Harvest North Central Food Bank Ready to Help Residents in Need
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. -With school out and the coronavirus pandemic continuing to have a lasting impact on communities, health officials in Itasca County want to stress the importance of nutrition and food access…
Percentage of Positive COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin Continues to Drop
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The percentage of positive COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin continues to decline, based on the latest figures reported Friday by the state Department of Health Services. Only 3% of all test results were positive on Friday, continuing…
Gov. Walz Gradually Lifts Restrictions on Indoor Dining, Entertainment, Gyms Starting June 10
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Gov. Tim Walz announced on Friday phase 3 of the Stay Safe Plan, which includes gradually loosening restrictions of indoor dining, gyms, and entertainment venues. Starting June 10, limited re-openings will be allowed with occupancy rates…
Watch Live: Walz to Announce Next Steps in States Reopening
UPDATE: ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will announce he's loosening more coronavirus-related restrictions on Minnesota businesses Friday afternoon. Walz will allow restaurant indoor dining, fitness centers, and some entertainment venues to reopen at a limited…
College of St. Scholastica Announces More Budget Cuts
DULUTH, Minn. - The College of St. Scholastica announced more budget cuts on Thursday due to significant financial losses stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. According to recent reports, the college experienced over $5 million in lost revenue during the spring…
Minneapolis to Ban Police Chokeholds in Wake of Floyd Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Negotiators for the city of Minneapolis have agreed with the state to ban the use of chokeholds by police and to require police to report and intervene anytime they see unauthorized use of force by another officer.…
Midday Update 6-5-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 5, 2020.
Man Arrested in Virginia After Pulling Gun on Another Man
VIRGINIA, Minn. - Virginia Police say a 29-year-old male has been arrested and booked on charges of second-degree assault and terroristic threats after he pulled a gun on another male. Authorities say they responded to a call that an intoxicated…
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, June 5
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 26,980 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 33 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,148 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 322,340 tests have…
Morning Update 6-5-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, June 5, 2020.
Wisconsin State Campgrounds to Reopen Next Week
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources officials plan to re-open state campgrounds next week. The department has kept campgrounds closed since March to slow the spread of the new coronavirus. The DNR announced Thursday that state campgrounds…
Unemployment Rate Falls to 13.3%, US Adds 2.5 Million Jobs
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 13.3% in May, and 2.5 million jobs were added - a surprisingly positive reading in the midst of a recession that has paralyzed the economy and depressed the job market in…
Thomas the Train Canceled for 2020
DULUTH, Minn. - COVID-19 is keeping Thomas the Tank Engine and his friend Percy from visiting Duluth this summer. Thomas usually attracts more than 17,000 kids and their parents to the Duluth Depot every…
Polinsky Rehabilitation Moving to New Location
DULUTH, Minn. - This July, Essentia's Polinsky Rehabilitation will have a new home at the healthcare provider's Miller Hill Mall hub. The center will be moving from its home on East Second Street to the…
Community Garden Opens in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- As the weather warms up, Superior residents have seen one community activity increase in popularity. Community Gardens in Superior have seen more people taking up spots than in recent years. The Oak…
Businesses Board Up to Keep Property Safe
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The peaceful protest in Superior was a sigh of relief for businesses there that saw what happened in Minneapolis and decided to board up. One of them is the Keyport…
Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe Opens Patio Seating
DULUTH, Minn. - Many restaurants across the region have begun outdoor seating per the Minnesota governor's order including at Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe. They have nine booths that can fit four people each along…
Peaceful Protesters in Superior Demand End to Racism and Police Violence
SUPERIOR, Wis. - More than a hundred people protested at Superior's first major rally in the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis. Protesters are demanding an end to police violence and racism everywhere,…
City of Duluth Gives Update on Beaches
DULUTH, Minn.-- This week starts the beach season for the city of Duluth and they have made some changes for the season. There will be no lifeguards on duty at the beaches. Those wanting information…
Canal Park Seeing Increase of People with Restrictions Lifted
DULUTH, Minn.-- As Coronavirus restrictions around Minnesota have started loosening up, Canal Park in Duluth has been seeing bigger crowds lately. That's welcome news for business owners as the summer tourist season begins.…
Superior Fire Department Gives Update on Landfill Fire
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- The Superior Fire Department is giving more details after last night’s fire at a landfill near Wisconsin Point. The cause of the fire is unknown but Superior Fire Department believes it was…
UWS Offers New Online Programs
SUPERIOR, Wis. - While the coronavirus pandemic continues, one local college is offering up more online degrees. UWS is providing two new undergraduate programs and master's programs for this upcoming school year. The undergrad programs…
2020 Itasca County Fair Canceled
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. - The 2020 Itasca County Fair has been canceled, according to a Wednesday Facebook post from the Itasca County Agricultural Association President. Itasca County Agricultural Association President Melissa Johnson wrote: "This has not been an easy decision…
One Person Suffers Burns in Large House Fire in Ely
ELY, Minn. - Multiple fire crews were on the scene of a house fire in downtown Ely shortly before 1 p.m. on Thursday. The fire broke out in a home located on South…
Judge: $750K Bail for Three Ex-Officers Accused in Floyd’s Death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A judge set bail at $750,000 apiece Thursday for three fired Minneapolis police officers charged with aiding and abetting in the killing of George Floyd, as a memorial service took place just blocks away. Tou Thao, Thomas…
'Day Out With Thomas the Tank Engine' Event Canceled
DULUTH, Minn. - The North Shore Scenic Railroad announced on Thursday that it has canceled the 'Day Out With Thomas' event due to COVID-19 safety concerns. The event was scheduled for the first two weekends in August. Event organizers said…
