Amidst Coronavirus, Damiano Center Still Serves Meals
DULUTH, Minn. - The Damiano Center is still serving meals to those in need in the Northland, but just in a different way. A tent is set up in their parking lot where they…
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ASL Interpreters Adjust to Help Students
DULUTH, Minn. - With technology, interpreting services have been able to thrive. However, there is a limitation to how 3D communication is done in a 2D format. It's about service deaf students in the local…
Walz to Deliver Video State of the State Speech Sunday
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz has announced that he’ll deliver his postponed State of the State address on Sunday evening at 7 p.m., and he says he’s looking…
Live: Coronavirus Task Force Holds Briefing
Live: Coronavirus Task Force Briefing Posted by Fox 21 News on Wednesday, April 1, 2020
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…
City of Cloquet Closes Playgrounds, Athletic Facilities in Response to COVID-19
CLOQUET, Minn. - The City of Cloquet announced the closure of all outdoor play structures, including playgrounds and athletic facilities, effective immediately in continued response to the coronavirus pandemic. The city says sidewalks, trails, and other outdoor public areas will…
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.
Minnesota Department of Health Reports 5 More COVID-19 Deaths, 13 Cases now in St. Louis County
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Department of Health said Wednesday five more people have died of coronavirus complications, bringing the state’s death toll to 17. The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases continued to climb as expected with 70…
Wimbledon Canceled for 1st Time Since WWII Because of Virus
(AP) - Wimbledon was canceled on Wednesday because of the coronavirus pandemic, the first time since World War II that the oldest Grand Slam tennis tournament won’t be played. Britain imposed a nationwide…
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…
Amid Decline in Business, PacKare Duluth Continues to Bring Pets Daily Joy
DULUTH, Minn. - One thing you’re still allowed to do under a ‘Stay at Home’ order is get outside and enjoy the great outdoors with social distancing in mind. Many animals in the Northland are…
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…
Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe Fully Closes Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
DULUTH, Minn. - The owner of the popular At Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe in Duluth says she's fully closing her restaurant until further notice. In a post on the restaurant's Facebook page Tuesday,…
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…
Wisconsin DWD Receives 115,679 New Unemployment Applications, 1.5 Million Calls In A Week
WISCONSIN - In Wisconsin, the Department of Workforce Development has seen new applications for unemployment go from a steady 6,000 a week to 115,679 just last week. The DWD said it received 1.5 million…
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…
Cloquet Public Schools Launches Distance Learning Plan
CLOQUET, Minn.- Cloquet Public Schools launched their Distance Learning Plan for the rest of the year. Elementary School-aged children will receive paper packets weekly to work on at home. Staff will be in charge…
Minnesota National Guard Delivers Cots to St. Louis County for Potential COVID-19 Shelter
DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota National Guard arrived in St. Louis County Tuesday morning to deliver hundreds of cots for a potential COVID-19 shelter. According to officials, while they've planned for pandemics in the past, none…
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…
'Evergreen Storytime' Encourages Minong Kids to Stay Positive During Pandemic
MINONG, Wis. - At Northwood School in Minong, library media specialist Stephanie Birdsill started a daily Facebook live event called 'Evergreen Storytime.' She reads a picture book to younger elementary kids and…
Bent Paddle, Local Businesses Host Free Farmer's Market
DULUTH, Minn. - Tuesday, Bent Paddle Brewing and Clyde Iron Works hosted a "Free Farmer's Market" for the public in need. In partnership with Sysco Foods, Pier B Resort Hotel and the 2020 Census,…
Duluth Public Schools Get Familiar With Distance Learning
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Public Schools' teachers and students are using this week to get familiar with online learning tools like Google Classroom. Superintendent Bill Gronseth tells us the district is making sure…
Grandma's Marathon Cancellation Causes Major Impacts Runners & Community
DULUTH, Minn - One of Duluth's largest events has now been canceled as Covid-19 continues to be a huge concern around the world. Grandma's Marathon, which was scheduled for June, will no longer…
Community Food Table for Those in Proctor and Surrounding Areas
PROCTOR, Minn. - A local business in Proctor is hosting a community food table for those in need. Troy's Service Center is hosting the program, which is open to anybody in the surrounding areas,…
