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CSAs Create Much-Needed Stability for Farms

Several Northland farms are partnering with communities during this uncertain time to help support their businesses.

April 22, 2020

Jane Kim,

WRENSHALL, Minn. – Several Northland farms are partnering with communities during this uncertain time to help support their businesses. CSA stands for community supported agriculture. Food Farm in Wrenshall has been participating in the CSA movement since 1994. CSAs are getting a lot of increased attention during the pandemic. At Food Farm, the summer CSA program shares have filled up…

19 Positive COVID-19 Cases Tied to Wisconsin Election, 4,800 Cases in the State

April 22, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – Nineteen people in Wisconsin have tested positive for the coronavirus after having voted in-person in the April 7 election or after having worked at the polls, the state Department of Health and Human Services said Wednesday. Also, five Wisconsin National Guard members who helped staff polls on election day have reported symptoms of COVID-19 but the one…

2 Cats in NY Become First US Pets to Test Positive for Virus

April 22, 2020

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – Two pet cats in New York state have tested positive for the coronavirus, marking the first confirmed cases in companion animals in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the finding Wednesday. The agencies say the cats had mild respiratory illnesses, are expected to recover, and…

Gov. Walz, Mayo, U of M Announce COVID-19 Testing Breakthrough in Minnesota

April 22, 2020

Site Staff,

(Scott Takushi/Pioneer Press via AP, Pool) ST. PAUL, Minn. – Governor Tim Walz along with the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota announced on Wednesday a breakthrough for widespread testing of COVID-19 in the state. The statewide testing strategy will allow the testing of anyone with symptoms, isolate confirmed cases, and expand public health surveillance tools. The governor’s office…

LIVE: Gov. Walz Makes Announcement on COVID-19 Testing

April 22, 2020

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz is preparing to make a major announcement about coronavirus testing in Minnesota. The governor will be joined at a 2 p.m. news conference by leaders from the Mayo Clinic, the University of Minnesota, and other health system leaders. Walz had previously set a goal of increasing the state’s testing capacity to 5,000 per day…

COVID-19 Kills 19 More Minnesotans in Biggest 1-day Jump Yet

April 22, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — COVID-19 has killed 19 more Minnesotans, marking the largest one-day death toll since the pandemic reached the state, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Wednesday. The 19 new deaths raised the state’s total to 179. The department also reported 154 new confirmed cases, a big one-day jump that raised the state’s total to 2,721. Health officials have…

Midday Update 4-22-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, April 22, 2020

April 22, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay

Duluth School Board Approves Contract for New Superintendent

John Magas Will Officially Begin with Duluth Public Schools July 1, 2020

April 22, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools officially have a new superintendent. A three-year contract was unanimously approved Tuesday evening by the Duluth School Board. John Magas will take over as superintendent starting July 1, 2020. “John’s professional experience, especially in the areas of equity and continuous improvement, will serve our Duluth community well,” said Board Chair Jill Lofald. “He’s clearly…

COVID-19 Pandemic Could Have Big Impacts on the 2020 Presidential Election

Talk of a 'Mail-In' Election Have Been Brought Up By Many Lawmakers Including Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar

April 22, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Amid growing concern, many questions are surrounding how the COVID-19 pandemic could impact the 2020 Presidential election. Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden and President Trump are having to use different platforms on the campaign trail. Much of the media attention is focused on how Mr. Trump is handling the pandemic, which in turn leaves voters to analyze how…

Morning Update 4-22-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, April 22, 2020

April 22, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, William Seay

UW-Superior: Likely to Begin Intermittent Furloughs July 1

April 22, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – University of Wisconsin Superior officials say they will likely begin intermittent furloughs for all staff and faculty starting July 1 due to revenue loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement was made Tuesday during the first of four town hall meetings. “The magnitude of what we’re facing is truly unprecedented,” said chancellor Renée Wachter. “I…

Duluth City Council President, Tourist Attractions Prepare for Tough Times After Budget Shortfall

So far businesses are allowed to open early May, but there's weeks of preparation involved.

April 21, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- After Mayor Emily Larson’s announcement of the City’s tremendous 2020 budget shortfall due to COVID-19, tourist attractions navigate uncertain times through the most important dollar-making months Duluth sees all year. While Governor Walz’s stay-at-home order right now says businesses can start opening up the first week of May, owners of attractions told us they can’t just throw open…

Superior Street Reconstruction Project Update

April 21, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been more than two weeks since phase three of the Superior Street Reconstruction Project began in downtown Duluth. So far, city officials tell us the project is right on schedule. Phase three is taking place between Lake Avenue and Third Avenue West. The project is being worked on in two different stages. Right now, construction teams…

WRA Claims Half of Wisconsin Restaurants Could Close By End of May Due to Shutdown

April 21, 2020

Alexandra Burnley,

WISCONSIN — The Wisconsin Restaurant Association president and CEO said that she believes up to half of all Wisconsin restaurants in the state could close as the state’s “Safer At Home” order continues until May 26th. “This is an extinction level event for small businesses,” WRA president and CEO Kristine Hillmer said. “We’re estimating that without relief, we think that…

City of Superior Plants Trees Along Osaugie Trail

April 21, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– After almost a year of preparation, a stretch of trail in Superior is getting a new look. The city of Superior has begun planting trees and shrubs along a 4,000 foot section of the Osaugie Trail by Barker’s Island. And the city is ready to get to work. “It’s super exciting to be able to bring these plants…

Local Boy Scouts Donate Popcorn to Chum

April 21, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Millions of Americans across the country are going to their local food banks as paychecks are disappearing. Here in Duluth, one local organization is doing what they can to help out. Local Boy Scout troops are taking some of the leftover popcorn from their last sale and are donating it to CHUM in Duluth. Today the troops donated…

Hermantown Businesses Can Now Sell To-Go Liquor

All alcohol can only be sold if accompanied by takeout or delivery orders.

April 21, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown area businesses are now being allowed to sell takeout liquor for the duration of the pandemic. The Hermantown City Council recently approved an ordinance allowing businesses with a liquor license to apply for a temporary license to offer to-go liquor. The governor already approved a similar measure… for beer and wine, but this ordinance allows for…

Lester Park Golf Course Closed For The Season

Recent numbers show both city-operated golf courses lose about $150,000 every year.

April 21, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – After announcing a series of budget shortcomings amid the Coronivirus pandemic, the City of Duluth is closing the Lester Park Golf Course. Friends of Duluth Public Golf works in collaboration with the City of Duluth. But the organization wasn’t included as part of the decision-making process to close Lester Park Golf Course. Duluth city officials recently released…

In-Person Appointments Can Still be Made in Northland

Even during this time of coronavirus, it is important with those with a heart condition to be in touch with healthcare professionals.

April 21, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Even during this time of coronavirus, it is still important with those with a heart condition to be in touch with healthcare professionals. Medical professionals say if patient symptoms are more urgent and need evaluations in person, the in-person appointments need to be made, which would still follow the rules of social distancing. Patients wait in the…

Chiropractors Keep Offices Clean

Chiropractic clinics are also keeping to CDC recommendations during this coronavirus pandemic.

April 21, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Chiropractic clinics are also keeping to CDC recommendations during this coronavirus pandemic. Chester Creek Chiropractic is a relatively new business, and according to officials, many patients are putting chiropractic visits on pause, even though the business is considered essential. In many cases, appointments have been shifted online. Officials say there have been cases of upper back tensions…

Party Businesses Struggle During COVID-19 Outbreak

A local business owner is in a unique position, having one business say open while another closed.

April 21, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – A local business owner is in a unique position, having one business say open while another closed. London Road Rental has been deemed an essential business by the state of Minnesota. While Party Express in Superior is closed because it’s considered non-essential by Wisconsin. Jerry Kortesmaki owns both. “Being a guy that has an opened business and…

Senate Approves $500B Virus Aid Deal; Sends to House

April 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) WASHINGTON (AP) — A nearly $500 billion coronavirus aid package flew through the Senate on Tuesday after Congress and the White House reached a deal to replenish a small business payroll fund and provided new money for hospitals and testing. It now goes to the House. Passage was swift and unanimous, despite opposition from conservative Republicans,…

Republicans Sue to Stop Extension of Wisconsin Stay-at-Home Order

April 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican leaders of the Wisconsin Legislature asked the Conservative-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court on Tuesday to block an order from Gov. Tony Evers’ administration extending a stay-at-home order until May 26. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald asked the Supreme Court to take the case directly, a move that would skip lower courts…

U of Minn. to Freeze Tuition Next School Year

April 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP) – The University of Minnesota will freeze tuition for most students next school year in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The tuition freeze applies to all students on the university’s five campuses except for those enrolled in three professional programs. Those are dentistry, the medical school and three professional masters in the College of Science and Engineering at the…

Gov. Tony Evers Declares State of Emergency Due to Wildfire Conditions

April 21, 2020

Site Staff,

MADISON, Wis. – On Tuesday, Gov. Tony Evers declared a statewide State of Emergency in Wisconsin in response to elevated wildfire conditions throughout the state. “Our first priority is protecting the people of Wisconsin and this executive order helps us control existing wildfires and use all available state assets to prevent new ones from starting,” Gov. Evers said. “With the…

Midday Update 4-21-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, April 21, 2020

April 21, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay

17 More Minnesotans Die of COVID-19 as State’s Death Toll Hits 160

April 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Seventeen more Minnesotans have died from COVID-19, raising the state’s death toll to 160, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Tuesday. The 17 new deaths tied a high set last Friday. The department also reported 97 new confirmed cases to boost the state’s total to 2,576. It was the first time since last Tuesday that the department…

Blandin Paper Mill in Grand Rapids Announces Temporary Shutdown

April 21, 2020

Site Staff, The Associated Press,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. (AP) — UPM Blandin paper mill in Grand Rapids is temporarily shutting down because of the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. UPM Blandin cites market forces for shutting down its Grand Rapids mill. “The global response to the coronavirus pandemic has led to an overall slowdown of the economy. We are taking short-term measures to respond…

Schumer: Deal Reached on Major Parts of $500B Virus Aid

April 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer says an agreement has been reached on major elements of a nearly $500 billion coronavirus aid package for small businesses, as well as additional help for hospitals and virus testing. Schumer said post-midnight talks among Democratic and Republican leaders, along with Trump administration officials, including White House Chief…

Morning Update 4-21-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, April 21, 2020

April 21, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, William Seay

Officials Link 7 Wisconsin Virus Cases to In-Person Voting

Health Officials say There are no Signs yet of a Surge in Cases as Some Feared

April 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Angela Major/The Janesville Gazette via AP) MILWAUKEE (AP) — Officials have identified seven people who appear to have contracted the coronavirus through activities related to the April 7 election in Wisconsin, Milwaukee’s health commissioner said. Commissioner Jeanette Kowalik said six of the cases involve Milwaukee voters and one is a Milwaukee poll worker, the Journal Sentinel reported. Officials hope to have additional…

Hometown Heroes: 4/20/20

April 20, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21 is highlighting local front-line workers who are giving their all for the community during the coronavirus pandemic. Here are just a few of our Hometown Heroes from Sunday’s broadcast. If you’d like to nominate someone, just head over to FOX 21’s Facebook page to upload an image and a brief description about the person. We…

Hibbing Taconite To Lay Off 650 Employees

April 20, 2020

Dan Hanger,

Hibbing Taconite will be idling its plant in the beginning of May and laying off 650 of its 750 employees. This comes after Northshore Mining announced hundreds of layoffs in Babbitt and Silver Bay, and Keetac Mine announced hundreds of layoffs in Keewatin. Below is the press release from ArcelorMittal USA, which manages Hibbing Taconite: Due to the unprecedented and…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Lakes 10 Cinema

Lakes 10 Cinema is offering a large bag equal to five large popcorns for $20 and a smaller bag equal to two large popcorns for $10 for curbside pickup.

April 20, 2020

Claudia Chakamian,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – While movie theaters are currently shut down, Marcus Lakes 10 Cinema has decided to start selling large bags of their popcorn for curbside pickup. “Beforehand, company-wide, we had a program, when we were actually open, with the giant orange bags you saw. Popcorn is kind of a unique thing, theater popcorn is kind of a big deal,…

Businesses Work to Give Meals for Workers

April 20, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– As the fight against Coronavirus goes on, people are showing their appreciation for the healthcare and other essential workers. Leading some businesses to come together to try and say thank you. Two businesses in the Twin Ports are teaming up to reward workers who are on the front lines against Coronavirus. “It’s good to be the one that…

Veterinarians Help During Time of Crisis

A local vet clinic in Duluth is still hope as it is considered an essential business.

April 20, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – A local veterinary clinic in Duluth is still open as it is considered an essential business, but it is also taking extra precautions. Leadership from Dougherty Veterinary Clinic on East 14th Street is not doing routine annual exams at the moment. However, the clinic is just seeing sick animals and injured animals, including emergency surgeries in order…

DNR Increasing Burning Restrictions

April 20, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Minnesota DNR is adding restrictions to burning permits and asking people to lower the number of recreational fires. The combination of melting snow, low humidity, and lots of wind that comes with spring weather can lead to a fire. City of Duluth Fire Marshal Sally McComb says being smart with recreational fires means fewer chances for wildfires…

Physical Therapists Change the Way They Do Business

Local physical therapy clinics are seeing a dramatic decrease in customers in recent weeks.

April 20, 2020

Jane Kim,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Local physical therapy clinics are seeing a dramatic decrease in customers in recent weeks as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Superior’s Center for Muscle and Joint Therapy is one business that’s having to rework how they go about serving their customers. The center has a slower decrease in patients from the start, which has lead to staff cuts….

City Announcing Potential $25-30 Million in Budgetary Loss Due to COVID-19

The "Hotel Motel Food and Beverage Tax" is expected to take a 50-75 percent decline this year which equates to a $6-9 million shortfall.

April 20, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Larson and her team announced they are expecting a growing budget gap as high as $25-30 million with the lack of tourism tax revenue a big reason why. The “Hotel Motel Food and Beverage Tax” is expected to take a 50-75 percent decline this year which equates to a $6-9 million shortfall. A good portion of…

Duluth Pastry Chef Spreading Sweetness, Safety with Delivery of Cakes, Masks

Sweet Exchange delivery is going contactless with orders of cakes and cupcakes, along with a free handmade mask.

April 20, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A local pastry chef who was hoping to open a new storefront in Downtown Duluth is continuing to bring sweetness to people, with an added bonus. The owner of Sweet Exchange is taking phone orders for contactless delivery of cakes and cupcakes. Think Ding Dong Ditch with a cake waiting on your doorstep. She’s also handmaking cloth masks…

Hotels Step Up to Help Healthcare Workers

One local hotel is stepping up to help healthcare workers.

April 20, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – One local hotel is stepping up to help healthcare workers. The AmericInn by the Miller Hill Mall is having a special rate for them during the pandemic. Right now, people staying at the hotel are those who work in the healthcare field. Healthcare workers staying at the hotel are those who work at a local nursing home….

West Duluth Sewing and Design Selling Handmade Masks to Stay Afloat

The sewing and alterations business is selling masks for $6, the only business they are getting right now with proms and weddings cancelled.

April 20, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- At first, West Duluth Sewing and Design’s foray into making masks started with a donation. Now it’s their only real income, with cancelled proms and weddings slowing business. A nursing home in Moose Lake asked the owners, Jeaneth and Harold Deterling, to make and donate about 50 masks a week, being paid just for materials. “She asked me…

Wisconsin Governor Unveils ‘Badger Bounce Back’ Plan For Reopening State

April 20, 2020

Site Staff,

(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file) MADISON, Wis. (FOX 9) – Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced his “Badger Bounce Back” plan Monday, which outlines the criteria for the state to be able to reopen its economy in phases amid the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release, the Badger Bounce Back plan is informed in part by the guidelines the White House released last week for states, cities,…

FOX 21 Hometown Heroes: 4/19/20

April 20, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21 is highlighting local front-line workers who are giving their all for the community during the coronavirus pandemic. Here are just a few of our Hometown Heroes from Sunday’s broadcast. If you’d like to nominate someone, just head over to FOX 21’s Facebook page to upload an image and a brief description about the person. We…

JBS Shuts Down Minnesota Pork Plant Hit by COVID-19 Outbreak

April 20, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — JBS USA said it is temporarily shutting down its big pork processing plant in southwestern Minnesota because of an outbreak of COVID-19 among workers, the latest closure of a major U.S. food processing plant due to the pandemic. Meat processing workers are particularly susceptible to the virus because they typically stand shoulder-to-shoulder on the line and congregate in crowded…

Live: Gov. Tim Walz Gives COVID-19 Press Briefing

April 20, 2020

Site Staff,

Categories: Coronavirus, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Live: City of Duluth Holds COVID-19 Press Conference

April 20, 2020

Site Staff,

Live: City of Duluth Press Conference Posted by Fox 21 News on Monday, April 20, 2020 Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Gov. Evers Announces Increasing COVID-19 Testing Capacity

April 20, 2020

Site Staff,

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday morning that the state has ramped up COVID-19 testing throughout the state. According to a press release from the governor’s office, in the last month, the state has gone from eight labs performing COVID-19 tests to 36 labs. More labs are expected to begin testing in the weeks ahead, but the…

Midday Update 4-20-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, April 20, 2020

April 20, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, April 20, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay

Minnesota Latest COVID-19 Numbers, April 20

April 20, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health released updated COVID-19 numbers Monday morning reporting 2,470 confirmed cases in the state. That is 114 new cases of COVID-19 since yesterday. Minnesota is also reporting 143 total deaths in the state due to new coronavirus. To date, 1,202 in the state no longer require isolation. The MDH website reports that…