Midday Update 3-20-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, March 20, 2020.
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Walz: Minnesotans May Need to Shelter in Place Eventually
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz said Friday that he might have to follow California’s lead at some point and order residents to shelter in place to try to slow the spread of…
Minnesota Board of Dentistry Recommends Only Emergency Procedures Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn. - Dr. Daniel Loban, the owner of Loban Dental, is speaking out regarding the closure of dental offices unless procedures are for emergency purposes. "I can tell you my propensity is…
DECC: All Shows, Events, Conventions Canceled Until End of April
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center announced on Friday that all shows, conventions, and other events have been postponed or canceled until at least April 30. DECC officials say that the parking ramps and lots will remain open during…
Ursa Minor Brewing Getting Creative Throughout COVID-19 Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn. - Staff members at Ursa Minor Brewing in Duluth's Lincoln Park Craft Distract are doing their part to practice social distancing, while also keeping the lights on inside the facility. The…
Milwaukee County Medical Examiner Investigating Possible Third COVID-19 Related Death
MILWAUKEE, Wis. - The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner says it was investigating the death of a 66-year-old man who died from complications of a COVID-19 infection. The medical examiner said the Milwaukee man had been hospitalized for several days prior…
Morning Update 3-20-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, March 20, 2020.
Income Tax Filing Deadline Moved to July 15 From April 15
WASHINGTON (AP) - Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says the Trump administration has decided to push the income tax filing date to July 15 from April 15. Mnuchin announced the decision in a tweet Friday saying that at President Donald Trump’s…
First Two Deaths Reported in Wisconsin From COVID-19
MADISON, Wis. - Two Wisconsin residents have died from the coronavirus pandemic, the first to be reported in the state. Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday that a man in his 50s from Fond du Lac County and a man in…
Kohl’s Temporarily Closes all 1,100 Stores
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Wisconsin-based retailer Kohl’s Corp. is closing all of its more than 1,100 stores nationwide in response to declining sales tied to the coronavirus pandemic. Kohl’s said the stores will be closed at least until April 1. The company…
Man Shaves Beard To Help Fight Coronavirus Spread
DULUTH, Minn. - David Uselman is well known at the Bayshore Health Center for his beard. Now he's shaving it off to help fend off the virus. The move comes amid a list of new…
Duluthians Watch Superintendent Interviews Remotely
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth superintendent search is marching on despite the global pandemic. Thursday, the Duluth School Board interviewed the first of six candidates. Due to the pandemic, the public was not allowed…
Superior Salvation Army Continuing to Offer Food After Brief Closure
SUPERIOR, Wis. - After a brief closure this week due to a false coronavirus scare, the Superior Salvation army is back up and running. However, in light of the pandemic, they will be changing…
Worried Donations Will Drop, Northland Non-profits Band Together to Stay Afloat
DULUTH, Minn. - Five Northland non-profit organizations, including the Northland Foundation and the Head of the Lakes United Way, are collaborating to help support their community efforts during this coronavirus outbreak. The organizations have now…
Funeral Plans Put on Hold Due to COVID-19
SUPERIOR, Wis. - The pandemic is hurting businesses right now as life for many Americans grinds to a halt, including those who have lost a loved one and need to plan a funeral. Downs…
Engwall Florist Gives Flowers to Healthcare Workers
DULUTH, Minn.-- Healthcare workers have been under a lot of stress recently and one floral shop in Duluth wanted to say thank you for all the hard work they are doing. Engwall Floral surprised…
Community Action Updates Tax Service
DULUTH, Minn.-- The deadline to pay your federal taxes has been extended by 90 days to help people financially during the pandemic. Community Action Duluth is one of the only places in Duluth where…
Kari Toyota Deals with Coronavirus Concerns
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- Kari Toyota is making changes in how they operate to help everyone stay healthy. The sales team is wearing gloves during test drives, and the dealership removed chairs in the waiting area…
Wisconsin Updates Childcare Regulations Over Coronavirus
SUPERIOR, Wis.-- On Wednesday Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced new regulations for childcare centers around the state, but now some of them have changed to help out parents and daycares. A change in policy from…
St. Scholastica Extends Virtual Classes Through the Semester; Commencement Canceled
DULUTH, Minn.– In response to experts’ recommendations on halting the spread of the coronavirus, the College of St. Scholastica has announced that classes will be taught online for the rest of the spring semester, and that commencement exercises will not…
City Officials Remind Residents To Only Call 911 For Emergencies During Pandemic
DULUTH, Minn. - Emergency services in Duluth are beginning to prioritize emergency calls based on the most immediate need during the coronavirus pandemic. Officials are now asking the public to think before they call…
Gas Prices Fall During Coronavirus
DULUTH, Minn. - Gas prices are dropping around the nation, and the Northland is no exception. Around the local area, gas is falling. Demand is not meeting the amount of supply that is available. Duluthians…
Hospitals and Medical Professionals Update on COVID-19
DULUTH, Minn. - Area hospitals are busy preparing for the potential impact of coronavirus in the Northland. Earlier today, St. Luke's and Essentia leaders came together to help address questions concerning the virus. Tests have…
Unemployment Encouraged After Many Workers Lose Jobs As A Result Of Covid-19
DULUTH, Minn. - Many workers across the nation have lost their jobs as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. The City of Duluth is now encouraging people to apply for unemployment to help with their…
Minnesota Bans Elective Surgeries in Response to COVID-19
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health care providers must postpone elective surgeries and other medical procedures so they can focus their resources on responding to the anticipated surge of COVID-19 cases, Gov. Tim Walz ordered Thursday. The order, which also applies…
Former Red Cliff Vice-Chairman Charged With Intentional Homicide
BAYFIELD COUNTY, Wis. - Authorities in Bayfield County have arrested a 56-year-old Bayfield man in connection to a murder that happened in the summer of 2003. Former vice-chairman of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Michael John LaGrew…
Bayfield County Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
BAYFIELD, Wis. - A Bayfield County resident has tested positive for COVID-19. The Bayfield County School District has confirmed the resident is a high school student in the district and that the building has been thoroughly cleaned during the past…
Minnesota COVID-19 Cases Hits 89
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Minnesota rose to 89 on Thursday, up 12 from the day before. The new cases include one in Wadena County in north-central Minnesota. It’s the state’s first confirmed case so…
Midday Update 3-19-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, March 19, 2020.
Essentia Health, St. Luke’s Hospital Hold Press Conference
DULUTH, Minn. - Essentia Health and St. Luke’s Hospital plans to hold a joint press conference at 11:30 a.m. to address their response to COVID-19.
