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Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener Postponed

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz says the 2020 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener has been postponed until next year because of the coronavirus outbreak. This year’s 73rd annual event was set to be held next month in Otter…

Wisconsin: 1,550 COVID-19 Cases, 24 Total Deaths

MADISON, Wis. - The number of positive COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin crossed 1,500 on Wednesday, with 24 deaths. Douglas County is now reporting its seventh case. The latest figures from state and local health departments show the coronavirus continues to…

Midday Update 4-1-20

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 1, 2020.

Republicans Support Waiving Unemployment Waiting Period

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Republican legislative leaders said for the first time Wednesday that they support temporarily waiving a one-week waiting period for people to receive unemployment benefits as part of a state aid package in response to the…

Federal Judge to Take Testimony in Election Lawsuits

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal judge was set to hear arguments Wednesday on why he should postpone Wisconsin’s spring election as the coronavirus continues to sweep across the state. The election is still set to go on as scheduled…

Morning Update 4-1-20

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 1, 2020.

Minnesota Orders Adult Day Care Centers to Close

ST. PAUL, Minn. - The state has closed adult daycare centers across Minnesota to prevent the coronavirus from spreading among thousands of seniors and disabled people they serve. The Minnesota Department of Human Services in a letter to 220 licensed…

Duluth Public Library Moves To Virtual Storytime

DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Public Library is improvising a new way to help give families a chance to still enjoy storytime during the coronavirus outbreak. The All-star Storytime series is now the…

Wal-Mart To Take Employees' Temperatures Before Shifts

DULUTH, Minn.- Businesses that have been deemed essential are trying to find the balance between protecting its workers while staying open for customers. Wal-Mart announced it's going to start taking employees' temperatures at stores…

Duluth Lakewalk Helps Keep Social Distancing

DULUTH, Minn.-- The warm weather couldn't have come at a better time. Coronavirus may be changing our normal routine but it isn't keeping people from enjoying the trails around Duluth. “It’s a beautiful day. Don't…

Duluth Airport Cancels Flights

DULUTH, Minn.-- The Duluth International Airport is experiencing a severe drop in passengers and a delay to expand service from Delta. Airport Executive Director Tom Werner says flights in an out of DLH have…

Kids Kitchen Serves To-Go Meals at Damiano Center

DULUTH, Minn. - The Damiano Center is serving meals to kids through its 'Kids Kitchen' program. It normally provides academic support and interaction for the students, but now because of social distancing, they program…

Teachers Adjust to Teaching at a Distance

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Even though the buildings are closed, the schools are still open. "We're constantly trying to work with each other, meet with each other to figure out what the best ways to…

Students Say University of Minnesota Shortchanged Refunds

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Students, regents and some state lawmakers are criticizing the University of Minnesota for shortchanging students with a refund of only $1,200 for room and board after having to move off campus because of the coronavirus pandemic. A…

Some Minnesota Families Won’t Get $500 Stimulus Checks for Children

(FOX 9) - Minnesota families will not get $500 stimulus checks for dependent children over the age of 16, something that U.S. Rep. Angie Craig says is "a real problem" that Congress needs to address. Last week's $2.2 trillion coronavirus package will deliver $1,200 to most…

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