Businesses Excited to See College Students Back in the Area
DULUTH, Minn. - As the spring semester begins at colleges, businesses are glad to see students back in the area. The owner of Duluth Vanilla Bean says he couldn’t be happier to see the…
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Spring Semester Underway, Northland Colleges Prep for Incoming Students
DULUTH, Minn. - As the pandemic continued through the fall, local colleges had to adapt rapidly to the changing situation and now with the spring semester beginning, educational leadership continues to work to keep…
Wisconsin National Guard Mobilizes to Support Capitol Police
MADISON, Wis. - On Monday, Gov. Tony Evers authorized the Wisconsin National Guard to assist the Capitol Police in Madison with safety and security efforts at the State Capitol. “Once again, our state has asked our Citizen Soldiers in the…
Minnesota Virus Deaths Continue Decline as Businesses Reopen
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota bars and restaurants may resume indoor service with limits on capacity as COVID-19 cases and deaths across the state continue to fall. The eased restrictions on Monday return bars and restaurants about to where they were…
Police, Firefighters to get Vaccine Next in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — State health officials say police and firefighters in Wisconsin will be eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine starting Jan. 18. Gov. Tony Evers estimates in a letter made public on Monday that members of the general…
Popeyes Eyeing Possible New Duluth Location
DULUTH, Minn. - The popular fast-food chain Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is settings its sights on a possible new Duluth location. The City of Duluth has confirmed that Popeyes reached out to the city for inquiries about a potential location going…
House Will Consider Trump Impeachment Wednesday
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats say the House will consider the impeachment of President Donald Trump on Wednesday, one week after an angry mob of his supporters invaded the Capitol. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer told Democrats on a call Monday that…
Evers Estimates Public Won’t See Vaccine Until June
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Members of the general public in Wisconsin likely won’t be vaccinated for the coronavirus until June, Gov. Tony Evers said in a letter made public…
Walz Denounces Minnesota GOP Leaders for Hedging on Vote
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz denounced Minnesota Republican leaders Monday for refusing to clearly state that the presidential election was free and fair. The Democratic governor also disclosed that state troopers had to take his crying 14-year-old son to…
Midday Update 1-11-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. Have a great day!
Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Monday, January 11
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 980 new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota on Monday morning bringing the total confirmed COVID cases to 437,552 in the state. Health officials also reported 4 news deaths bringing the death total…
Republicans Block Measure Calling for Quick Removal of Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — A House resolution calling on Vice President Mike Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove President Donald Trump from office was blocked Monday by Republicans. Trump would face a single charge — “incitement of insurrection” — over…
Authorities: Four Arrested in Two Separate Pine River Drug Busts
PINE RIVER, Minn. - The Cass County Sheriff's Office says four individuals have been arrested in two separate Pine River drug busts over the last month. According to reports, Investigators executed a search warrant as a residence in Barclay Township…
Donations Encouraged for 3rd Annual Northland's Largest Baby Shower
DULUTH, Minn. - Local radio station Life 97.3 and St. Luke's Hospital are teaming up to host the third annual Northland's Largest Baby Shower. The event is taking place throughout January with…
Morning Update 1-11-21
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. Have a great day!
Indoor Service for Bars, Restaurants Resumes in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota bars and restaurants may resume indoor service with limits starting Monday, as COVID-19 cases have been declining. The eased restrictions return bars and restaurants about to where they were before Gov. Tim Walz imposed a “pause”…
8 Arrested in Minnesota Protest Over Line 3 Pipeline Project
HILL CITY, Minn. (AP) — Eight people were arrested in a protest to oppose the construction of the Enbridge Energy Line 3 oil pipeline replacement in northern Minnesota, authorities said. More than…
Brighton Beach to Close for Trail Construction
DULUTH, Minn. - Starting on Monday, Brighton Beach will be closed for the next two weeks. Crews will begin clearing and grubbing the area in preparation for trail construction taking place this spring. The park will be closed to vehicular…
First Lady Issues Statement on Capitol Riot
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) - Melania Trump says she's “disappointed and disheartened" by the deadly riot at the Capitol by supporters of her husband. As she breaks her silence, she's also lashing out at those she says have used the tragic…
Formalities, Election of New Officers for First Duluth City Council of 2021 Monday
DULUTH, Minn.- After 2020 brought more resolutions and ordinances for relief and safety to Duluth City Council's docket, councilors say they are starting 2021 on a quieter note. The first council meeting Monday, according…
Rapid Fire Hockey Holds Tryouts for Girls Team at Superior Ice Arena
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Young girl hockey players in Superior got to try out Sunday for a local hockey organization at the Superior Ice Arena. The Rapid Fire Hockey Association held tryouts for what they call…
Duluth Six-Year-Old Gets Big-Rig Birthday Parade with Fire, Tow Trucks
DULUTH, Minn.- One young boy in Duluth got a special surprise his birthday Sunday -- a parade full of trucks. The Duluth Fire Department as well as local tow trucks lined the streets in…
CHUM Food Shelf Sees Record Demand in 2020, Year Ahead Looks No Better
DULUTH, Minn.- The effects of the Coronavirus pandemic left more than 15,000 people in the Twin Ports to rely on CHUM's Food Shelf to put food on the table -- an increased demand they…
Small Town Bars and Restaurants Prep for Indoor Service Reopening
FLOODWOOD & SWAN RIVER, Minn.-- Once Monday rolls around, Minnesota bars and restaurants will once again welcome back customers inside. And that's great news for two small town establishments. "It hasn't been easy," said Sheri…
Aunt Gives Update On Jayme Closs On Two-Year Anniversary Of Teenager's Escape From Kidnapper
WISCONSIN - On the two-year anniversary of the day Jayme Closs escaped her kidnapper and her parents' murderer, Jayme's aunt is giving an update on how the courageous teenage girl is doing now. Jennifer Smith, who is also Jayme's guardian,…
More Contagious Virus Variant Discovered In Twin Cities Area
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health officials have confirmed five cases of a more contagious variant of the coronavirus in the Twin Cities area. The variant, which was first detected late last year in the United Kingdom, was identified in specimens…
Seats Open on Many City of Duluth Boards, Commissions
DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth has openings for citizens to be a part of decision-making on many of their boards and commissions this year. More than a dozen of the City's boards…
Birkie Drops Enbridge Energy Sponsorship, Says Relationship Doesn't Align with Race's Values
HAYWARD, Wis.- The largest cross-country ski race in the country, the American Birkebeiner or "Birkie" is taking a stand against what they see as environmental concerns with Enbridge Energy -- dropping the corporation…
Wild State Combines Donuts, Ice Cream into Sweet Sandwich
DULUTH, Minn.-- Well donuts are good and ice cream is also good. On Saturday, at one business in Lincoln Park you could get them both together. Wild State Cider's ice cream, known as Camp…
Sporting Good Stores Anticipate Rise in Business With Youth Sports Returning
DULUTH, Minn. - Sporting good stores have seen a rise in business lately. At Play It Again sports located in the Kenwood Shopping Center, managers have seen up to a 45 minute wait to…
