Midday Update 3-11-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
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Local Startup Company Gives Back To Climbing Community
DULUTH, Minn. - Christian Fraser and Kelly McMohon are both avid outdoorsmen. And in a quiet woodland neighborhood, they began making their passion come to life. "Making leashes on our own time. So…
Annual Ice Breaking Ritual Begins at Duluth-Superior Harbor
DULUTH, Minn. - A U.S. Coast Guard cutter has started ice-breaking activities in the Twin Ports of Duluth and Superior, an annual ritual that signals the approach of spring. The cutter Alder began clearing the channels Tuesday for the upcoming…
Harlem Globetrotter Flip White Visits Duluth Ahead of Upcoming Tour
DULUTH, Minn. - Harlem Globetrotter Flip White slam dunked his way into the FOX 21 Local News Studios Wednesday morning. The Harlem Globetrotters will be playing at Amsoil Arena Sunday, March 29. White…
Morning Update 3-11-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Weinstein Sentenced to 23 Years for Sexual Assaults
NEW YORK (AP) - Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years in prison for rape and sexual assault. It's a sight the Hollywood mogul's multitude of accusers thought they would never see. Weinstein was convicted last month of raping a…
Minnesota Senate GOP Unveils Gun Violence Prevention Bills
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota Senate Republicans have moved to try to change the direction of the contentious gun control debate in this election year. They unveiled a slate of bills Tuesday to address the problem of gun violence,…
Late Night Fire Destroys Former Coachman Lounge in Hibbing
HIBBING, Minn. – A fire has gutted the former Coachman Lounge located on First Avenue in Hibbing. According to the Northland Firewire, the fire broke out shortly after 9:00 p.m. Tuesday night. Firefighters…
Bentleyville Opens Survey for Public Input
DULUTH, Minn.-- Winter may be about over but Bentleyville Tour of Lights is looking for your feedback to make the annual attraction better than ever. A survey is open right now online. It's been…
“Light's On!” Program Brings Community Together
DULUTH, Minn.-- Have you ever had a cop driving behind you, and you think you're doing everything right, until their red and blue lights go off? Then they tell you that one of your…
Local Fitness Clubs Are Maintaining Healthy Practices In Response To Coronavirus
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Local gyms and fitness clubs in the Twin Ports are taking precautions due to the coronavirus concerns. The Superior YMCA is amping up its regular cleaning practices by wiping down equipment and…
McDonald's Retaining Wall Crumbles
DULUTH, Minn.- A big portion of a retaining wall collapsed at a busy Duluth McDonald's. It happened around 5:30 Tuesday evening at the McDonald's on the corner of 21st Avenue East and London Road.…
Keene Creek Park Improvements Presented to the Public
DULUTH, Minn.- One of Duluth's most popular Dog and Recreation Parks is getting some big upgrades this year. We're talking about Keene Creek Park near Grand Avenue in West Duluth. Planned changes include…
State Allocates Funds for Prevention of Aquatic Invasive Species
DULUTH, Minn.- The fight against Aquatic Invasive Species in St. Louis County lakes continues as the County Board has approved the distribution of funds for their prevention and elimination. Each year the state…
Duluth Police and Fire Departments Face Off on the Ice
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Police and Fire Departments faced off on Tuesday night in their annual hockey game. Over a dozen players on each team competed fro the win. Each team…
City Of Superior Follows Lead Of Douglas County's Public Health Department During Coronavirus Concerns
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Over in Wisconsin, a third person has also been found with coronavirus. We spoke with Superior city leadership about how they hope to battle the virus. The city officials tell us they…
Cloquet Man Charged With Three Counts Of Second Degree Murder Appears In Court
CLOQUET, Minn. - Sheldon James Thompson appeared in court for the first time for his bail hearing, held on Tuesday in Carlton County, on three charges of second-degree murder. Sheldon Thompson showed little to…
St. Luke's Completes Orthopedic Ward Renovations
DULUTH, Minn. - The 1.4 million dollar project includes larger rooms for patients, showers that are easier to get out of and a new nurses station. Leadership from St. Luke's says, the more modern…
School Board Meeting Determines Superintendent Final Candidates
DULUTH, Minn. - The process continued to find Duluth Public Schools new superintendent after current superintendent Bill Gronseth previously announced he will be leaving this summer. The Duluth School Board has partnered with a…
Aerial Lift Bridge to Go Through Sidewalk Repair and Lighting Upgrades
DULUTH, Minn. - Work continues today for a major renovation project on the aerial lift bridge, which includes some lighting upgrades and sidewalk improvements. This will be the first time since 1980 that the…
27th Annual Toothpick Bridge Competition Takes Place at UMD
DULUTH, Minn. - Toothpicks, sand and more toothpicks. Many talented students came together to evaluate their engineering capabilities at the 27th Annual Toothpick Bridge Competition. 150 students from several area schools created 120 separate bridge…
Minnesota Confirms Third Coronavirus Case, Patient in Critical Condition
(FOX 9) - The Minnesota Health Department confirmed the state's third coronavirus case Tuesday. According to officials, the person is an Anoka County resident in their 30s who was likely exposed through contact with international travelers. The patient developed symptoms…
Minnesota Legislature Speeds $21M in Coronavirus Money
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota Legislature has voted unanimously to earmark nearly $21 million to reinforce the state's response to the coronavirus outbreak. Democratic Gov. Tim Walz praised lawmakers…
Midday Update 3-10-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, March 10, 2020.
Cloquet Man Charged With Three Counts of Second Degree Murder
CLOQUET, Minn. – The 33-year-old Cloquet man arrested in connection to the deaths of a young mother, her unborn child, and her one-year-old son on the Fond Du Lac Reservation in Cloquet has been formally charged with second-degree murder. Sheldon…
Third Wisconsin Person Tests Positive for New Coronavirus
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A third person in Wisconsin, and the second in Dane County, has tested positive for the coronavirus. State health officials announced the latest positive case on Tuesday. The news came on the same day that the…
Curling Considers New Rules to Speed up the Sport
(AP) - The 500-year-old sport of curling is looking for ways to shorten games and keep fans engaged. The sport's governing body is considering radical rule changes as it tries to…
Salvation Army of Duluth Encourages Food, Monetary Donations This Month
DULUTH, Minn. - The March food drive is happening at the Duluth Salvation Army. In the past, the organization has collected over $18,000 and more than 11,000 pounds of food. During the month…
Classes Canceled at St. Paul Schools as Teachers Strike
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Teachers at St. Paul Public Schools went on strike after last-minute efforts to reach a contract agreement failed. The school district and the union that represents teachers negotiated…
Morning Update 3-10-20
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Chief Meteorologist Anthony Peoples for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, March 10, 2020.
