(Glen Stubbe/Star Tribune via AP, Pool) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is preparing to announce an extension to his stay-at-home order, which is aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19. The governor told reporters Tuesday the extension would likely include some refinements, reflecting new data and modeling on how the outbreak is likely to develop but didn’t give…
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County Public Health along with AEOA and partners such as CHUM is working to make sure those without a safe place to shelter if they were to test positive for COVID-19 can self-isolate. Four hotels would be used at various locations throughout St. Louis County – one each in Duluth, Hibbing, Virginia, and Ely. According…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay
DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Minnesota Department of Health, St. Louis County now has 28 confirmed cases of COVID-19, up from 17 cases the day before. As of Wednesday morning, the MDH website reported 1,154 total cases in the state and 39 deaths. The total number of cases includes 632 recoveries. (courtesy: Minnesota Department of Health) Of those confirmed…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Bernie Sanders, who saw his once-strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party’s establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, ended his presidential bid on Wednesday, an acknowledgment that the former vice president is too far ahead for him to have any reasonable hope of catching up. The Vermont senator’s announcement makes Biden…
(Glen Stubbe/Star Tribune via AP) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz has activated the Minnesota National Guard to help communities deal with spring flooding. Walz said COVID-19 is not the only emergency for which first responders are preparing. Guard members will support municipalities that are dealing with safety and public infrastructure challenges due to flooding, he said. “While…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, William Seay
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — University of Minnesota administrators are bracing for a loss of as much as $315 million in expected revenue from a $3.8 billion budget because of the COVID-19 outbreak, according to the most severe forecast presented Tuesday to the Board of Regents. The virus forced the university to close the campus and switch indefinitely to online instruction, a…
Many people stuck at home in both Minnesota and Wisconsin are heading to liquor stores. But when those stores become crowded, business owners have to choose between serving customers, an following the law of public health by maintaining social distance. One sign in front of Shanty Bottle Shop in Duluth’s Hillside neighborhood says it best: “Do not rush into the…
If you’re looking for a temporary or permanent job, New Perspective Senior Living is hiring at its multiple facilities in Superior, Cloquet, and Barnum. There are 20 job openings for caregivers, cooks, housekeepers, servers, and concierges. The business also bumped up hourly wages by $2 more per hour for hazard pay, which New Perspective calls ‘hero pay.’ “We have seen…
DULUTH, Minn.- A home health service in Duluth is doing its part to treat more people at home, while also lifting the burden off of local hospitals. Recover Health on Grand Avenue in Denfeld is currently accepting new patients at about 8 beds a week. They offer services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and help with medications. The service…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Wisconsin voters are taking their civic duty seriously even as Covid-19 poses a threat to public health This week, to protect the health of residents Governor Tony Evers attempted to have the Wisconsin presidential primary moved to June. That was shut down by a last-minute supreme court decision, which kept the elections from moving. This meant voters…
DULUTH, Minn. – With many people taking classes or working from home and most places shut down, stores like Best Buy are staying busy to make sure everyone has the technology and resources they need. Best Buy has closed its doors to customers but launched a curbside pickup option. Customers can purchase what they need online and when they arrive,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Many people got outside on Tuesday to enjoy another nice day after the early morning showers cleared out. With most people working from home, it gives people the chance to get out and explore places like Leif Erickson Park on days they normally wouldn’t have the chance to. “I was really excited when the sun came out…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – While some folks are still going to the polls, more voters are taking advantage of sending their vote through the mail as absentee ballots are up. Government officials were pushing for more people to mail in their vote. To date, more than 4,000 voters requested absentee ballots. So far, about 3,000 of those ballots have already been…
DULUTH, Minn. – Spring clean-up has begun in Duluth with sand and salt collection sites now open. The goal is to collect as much sand and salt as possible from sidewalks, curbs and gutters before spring rainfall moves in and washes it all into our streams, which could damage critical trout habitats, according to a city spokesperson. The city has…
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County has finalized the contract for several hotels in the region to temporarily house Northlanders who need to be quarantined but do not have a safe place to go. The hotels being offered up in the region will be for homeless people impacted by the coronavirus to use, including those who have tested positive for…
DULUTH, Minn. – As the coronavirus continues to spread across the region, the Minnesota Attorney General’s office says they are seeing a rise in hate crimes. Where it’s nasty comments online or someone posting a note on a windshield, Attorney General Keith Ellison says there have been more hate crimes against those who have ancestry connected with China, Hmong, Japanese…
(FOX 9) – President Donald Trump has approved a disaster declaration in Minnesota due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This declaration allows for federal funding to aid the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain nonprofits in areas impacted by coronavirus. Earlier this week, the Minnesota Congressional Delegation urged Trump’s administration to approve Minnesota’s request for a major declaration. “The coronavirus pandemic…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general tapped to chair a special oversight board for the $2.2 trillion economic relief package on the coronavirus, the latest in a series of steps Trump has taken to confront government watchdogs tasked with oversight of the executive branch. In the past four days, Trump has fired one inspector general tied…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – St. Louis County says they are in the process of finalizing contracts with several hotels to provide temporary housing to individuals experiencing homelessness who do not have a safe place to quarantine. “Providing shelter to a person in isolation or quarantine is among the essential services that St. Louis County Public Health is mandated to…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota’s coronavirus infection count surpassed 1,000 Tuesday, as lawmakers moved closer to passing legislation to ensure first responders and health care workers on the front lines of the battle against COVID-19 qualify for workers compensation, even if they can’t prove they caught the virus at work. A surreal scene played out on the House floor as representatives…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The City of Superior says it will be limiting access to its beaches in an effort to comply with Governor Evers’ Executive Order. According to a recent press release from the city, all public and private gatherings of people not part of a single household are prohibited. Outdoor activities including visiting public and state parks are still…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Walz along with the Minnesota Department of Health provide an update on COVID-19 cases in Minnesota. Categories: Coronavirus, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
(Angela Major/The Janesville Gazette via AP) MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Elections Commission reported Tuesday morning that it had received no reports of polling places being unable to open as planned. There had already been plans to consolidate polling places, especially in larger cities, due to poll workers refusing to show up due to fears of the coronavirus. Milwaukee reduced…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota has now surpassed 1,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in the state. The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,069 COVID-19 cases as of Tuesday morning, up 83 cases from the day before. According to the MDH website, there are now 34 deaths attributed to COVID-19 in the state. There are currently 120 patients hospitalized with 64 of…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, William Seay
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin is asking hundreds of thousands of voters to ignore a stay-at-home order in the midst of a pandemic to participate in Tuesday’s presidential primary election, becoming a test case for dozens of states struggling to balance public health concerns with a core pillar of democracy. The National Guard is helping to run voting sites across the state…
SUPERIOR, The Mayor of Superior’s right-hand-woman, Rani Gill, is retiring after 30 years serving the city as the mayor’s Chief of Staff. Gill has served six different Superior mayors, and was actually the first official “Chief of Staff,” according to Mayor Jim Paine. “She’s an institution in this city,” Paine said, “she has served a number of mayors, a lot…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- After going through three changes in the span of one day, Wisconsin Elections will carry on as normal. Rulings from both the Wisconsin and U.S. Supreme Courts now make Wisconsin the only state with an election scheduled in April that is proceeding as planned. Governor Tony Evers signed an Executive Order early Monday postponing the election to June….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The first full week of April usually means the Masters Tournament and the start of golf season. But just like the tournament, the start of golf season in the Northland is postponed. “The Masters being one of the best golf tournaments out there. People look forward to that, people look forward to beginning their golf season in…
DULUTH, Minn. – With summer just a few months away, many people are having to cancel their normal trips to Duluth, which will impact the tourism industry. But now, people can virtually visit Duluth from the comfort and safety of their home. Visit Duluth launched a virtual 360 tour on their website on Monday. This virtual tour has been in…
DULUTH, Minn.– Members of the 148th Fighter Wing have a new type of mission right now, making home-made masks to keep service men and women safe during the outbreak. This comes as the CDC recommends wearing masks when going out in public, even if they are homemade. As the battle against Coronavirus continues, service members in Minnesota are working to…
DULUTH, Minn – The Downtown Clean and Safe Team is taking the necessary steps to make sure the Duluth community is kept safe during this pandemic. The Clean and Safe Team is working with only about two thirds of its normal crew, but those still on duty are taking what their name implies very seriously. The crew normally spend most…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a “beary” sight to see the community getting creative and connecting during this uncertain time as Covid-19 continues. The Duluth Public Library is inviting more residents to spread positivity as they live out a real life neighborhood bear hunt inspired by a popular children’s book. Many people are tucking away teddy bears of all shapes,…
DULUTH, Minn – Northland researchers are looking for volunteers to help them collect data to monitor spring water flow in area streams. This is the time when researchers would be out getting their own data, but Covid-19 is preventing them from doing their research. Fortunately, a citizen crowd-sourcing program was set up along local streams several years ago to allow…
(AP Photo) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Monday ruled that Democratic Gov. Tony Evers could not postpone the state’s presidential primary, striking down his order to move the election to June over coronavirus outbreak fears. The court ruled 4-2 that Evers lacked the authority to move the election on his own — meaning the election will…
DULUTH, Minn. – It all started back in 2018 for a project that includes a new street, underground utilities, sidewalks, and lighting. Now the project is nearing the finish line. The final phase of the Superior Street reconstruction project includes the busy intersection of Lake Avenue to 3rd Avenue West. Traffic will have no access to the site of the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lincoln Park Boys and Girls Club is partnering with Ecolibrium 3, a local non-profit in Duluth, to supply groceries for students who need them. The groceries are provided for kids 18 and under who have been using the school breakfast and lunch programs. “Together as a community, this is a crazy time,” said Mackenzie Foley, Americorps vista…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth YMCA is working with other local businesses and organizations to provide Grab & Go meals for kids along with personal hygiene items. Children ages 18 and under qualify for the meals for the event happening all this week. “I mean it’s really beneficial and I think it’s an important thing so yeah, I feel like…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota has one of the lowest COVID-19 infection rates in the country but the state must not get complacent, Gov. Walz said Monday, as he prepared to extend a stay-at-home order that he imposed nearly two weeks ago. “Minnesota is 17 per 100,000 right now,” Walz told reporters of the state’s infection rate. “It puts us best…
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The University of Minnesota has announced that summer classes will be online only because of concerns about the coronavirus outbreak. University President Joan Gabel made the announcement in a system-wide email Monday. “While we manage through the immediate concerns and challenges presented by COVID-19, my leadership team and I are also considering plans for the intermediate and long-term future,”…
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital after his coronavirus symptoms worsened Monday, just a day after he was admitted for what were said to be routine tests Johnson was admitted to St. Thomas’ Hospital late Sunday, 10 days after he was diagnosed with COVID-19. “Over the course…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Fox 9) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state leaders provide an update on the COVID-19 situation Categories: Coronavirus, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
(Steve Apps/Wisconsin State Journal via AP, File) UPDATE: MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Monday ruled that Democratic Gov. Tony Evers could not postpone the state’s presidential primary, striking down his order to move the election to June over coronavirus outbreak fears. The court ruled 4-2 that Evers lacked the authority to move the election on his…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, April 6, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting 30 COVID-19 related deaths and 986 confirmed cases in the state as of Monday morning. The MDH website says 470 patients of the 986 cases no longer need to be isolated. There are currently 115 patients hospitalized and 57 of those patients remain in the ICU. The age range…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin Superior announced on Monday that it has decided to offer all its summer 2020 courses in an online format. “In analyzing this decision, the dean’s office examined the summer 2020 course offerings,” said Maria Cuzzo, interim provost at UW-Superior. “The great majority of offerings were already planned online, so there is no disruption…
(Steve Apps/Wisconsin State Journal via AP, File) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin moved forward Monday with plans to hold in-person voting for its presidential primary on Tuesday amid the coronavirus pandemic with help from National Guard members staffing the polls, even as the U.S. Supreme Court weighs whether to intervene. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, who had originally pushed for the election to…
