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Minnesota Health Experts Weigh in on Coronavirus Response

01/24/2020 07:54 PM

On Friday the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed a second U.S. case of the new coronavirus in Chicago. The close proximity is raising concern and has the public questioning if their state could be next.

Mini Sled Dogs Race Ahead of the Beargrease

24' Wood Shark Built for Glensheen's Fire Fest

GPS Tracking Upgraded for 2020 Beargrease Marathon

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The Wolverines: Virginia-Eveleth-Gilbert Announces New Mascot

Fire Damages House in Angora Township

A house was fully engulfed when crews arrived.

After Hiatus, Several Mushers Return to the Beargrease

Nathan Schroeder pets Chewy, one of his lead dogs.

7West Taphouse Fundraising for Beargrease Booties

Two of Ryan Redington's dogs arrive to Trail Center wearing lime green and neon pink booties in 2019.

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Democrats Make Final Arguments in Impeachment Trial

Democratic House prosecutors make their final arguments at the Senate impeachment Trial of President Donald Trump. The president's legal team is preparing its defense, expected to start Saturday morning.

France Confirms 3 Cases of Virus from China, 1st in Europe

France has announced the first three European cases of the deadly new virus from China, and the health minister expects more cases.

At least 4 Dead as Magnitude 6.8 Quake Rocks Eastern Turkey

Turkish officials say at least 14 people have been killed in a 6.8 magnitude earthquake that also shook Syria, Georgia and Armenia.

Chicago woman becomes 2nd US case of new virus from China

A Chicago woman has become the second U.S. patient diagnosed the coronavirus. CDC officials say the risk to the U.S. public remains low but more cases are likely.

Midwest News

Over 100 State Lawmakers Accused of Misconduct in 3 years

North Dakota Signals No New Conditions on Pipeline Expansion

Supreme Court Upholds Minneapolis Minimum Wage

Online Sports Betting in Michigan Will Wait Until 2021

Bill Prohibiting Local Plastics Ban Gathering Support

Pence Coming to Wisconsin Capitol for School Choice Event

Audit Finds More Violations at Minnesota DHS

Senate Approves Funding for UW Missing Soldiers Project

This Week in Mining

Attorneys make arguments at an evidentiary hearing that kicked off Tuesday in Ramsey County.

Evidentiary Hearing for PolyMet Permit Underway

A judge began listening to attorneys make arguments during an evidentiary hearing about PolyMet in Ramsey County on Tuesday. Environmental groups believe the MPCA suppressed comments about the project from the EPA during the permitting process.

PolyMet to Appeal Recent Decision on Permits

PolyMet announced on Thursday morning that the company will appeal the recent decision by the Minnesota Court of Appeals that reversed some key permits for the copper nickel project.

McCollum Proposes Permanent Mining Ban near Boundary Waters

Copper-nickel mining would be permanently banned upstream from the BWCA under a bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum. Twin Metals calls the bill an attempt to bypass the rigorous environmental review process.

WDIO Sports

Snowflake Welcomes Prep Nordic Skiers for Duluth East Invite

Duluth East hosted their Nordic Ski Invite Friday at the Snowflake Ski Center in Duluth.

Packers GM Faces Challenge on Getting Team to Take Next Step

After building a team that went from six wins to 13 in the regular season, Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst faces a key offseason.

Antetokounmpo Scores 30 Points, Bucks Beat Hornets in Paris

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points and 12 rebounds and the NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Hornets 116-103 in the first NBA regular-season game in France.

Donaldson's Option Price Could Escalate by $4 Million

Josh Donaldson's 2024 option with the Minnesota Twins can escalate an additional $4 million based on awards he earns during the first four seasons of the deal.

Good Morning Northland

Crafts, food, and more will be available at the free event.

Ring in the Japanese New Year on Monday

Learn to Work on the North Shore Scenic Railroad

Animal Allies: Tia

Animal Allies: Ringo

11th Annual 'More Cowbell' Happening Thursday

Family Shares Special Connection to 'More Cowbell' Fundraiser

Encore Performance of "An Enemy of the People" Friday at UMD

Duluth Parents Weigh in on Proposed Boundary Changes

Two Generations of Wallins Racing in the Beargrease

1 Killed, 7 People Injured in Downtown Seattle Shooting

Superior School District Warning of Possible Exposure to Whooping Cough

Third Grader Remembered with "Sticks Out For Marshall"

International Crews Arrive for Beargrease

Northland's Largest Baby Shower Helping Struggling Families

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Minnesota Health Experts Weigh in on Coronavirus Response

On Friday the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed a second U.S. case of the new coronavirus in Chicago.

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U.S. Stocks Fall Over Worries About Virus Outbreak Spreading

Stocks fell on Wall Street Thursday as investors worried that a deadly virus outbreak in China could continue spreading and hurt the global economy.

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WDIO Storm Team Digital Calendar

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Felony Charges Filed in Connection with Woodland Incident

Prosecutors have charged two men with felony assault, kidnapping, and robbery after an incident in Duluth's Woodland neighborhood over the weekend.

Judge: Alleged Extremist Who Crossed into Minnesota is 'Very Dangerous'

Prosecutors say a Canadian man who allegedly entered the U.S. illegally at the Manitoba-Minnesota border advocated for killing people, poisoning water supplies, and derailing trains. A federal judge called Patrik Mathews a "very dangerous person" at a hearing Wednesday.

Patrik Mathews was arrested last week on the east coast, months after disappearing from his Manitoba home.

Senate Hears Opening Arguments in Impeachment Trial

The U.S. Senate hears opening arguments during day two of President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial.

Bayfield Man Found Guilty of Murder

34-year-old James Montano has been found guilty of murder in the April 2018 death of Andrew Gokee. The jury spent nearly seven hours deliberating. Montano will receive an automatic life sentence without parole.

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Mini Sled Dogs Race Ahead of the Beargrease

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Father, Daughter Killed in Itasca Co. Explosion, Fire

Four Smoking Related Fire Deaths So Far in 2020

The Wolverines: Virginia-Eveleth-Gilbert Announces New Mascot

Fire Damages House in Angora Township

After Hiatus, Several Mushers Return to the Beargrease

7West Taphouse Fundraising for Beargrease Booties

Stauber, Investigators Provides Valuable Input on Sex Trafficking & Exploitation

Community Connect Aids Those Experiencing Homelessness

Former Duluth Police Chief Named to President's Law Enforcement Commission

Minnesota Reports First Child Death of Flu Season

Reaction to Whooping Cough Cases in Superior

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Level III Offender Moving to Hibbing

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North Dakota Signals No New Conditions on Pipeline Expansion

Supreme Court Upholds Minneapolis Minimum Wage

Online Sports Betting in Michigan Will Wait Until 2021

Bill Prohibiting Local Plastics Ban Gathering Support

Pence Coming to Wisconsin Capitol for School Choice Event

Audit Finds More Violations at Minnesota DHS

Senate Approves Funding for UW Missing Soldiers Project

Ring in the Japanese New Year on Monday

Learn to Work on the North Shore Scenic Railroad

Animal Allies: Tia

Animal Allies: Ringo

11th Annual 'More Cowbell' Happening Thursday

Family Shares Special Connection to 'More Cowbell' Fundraiser

Encore Performance of "An Enemy of the People" Friday at UMD

Duluth Parents Weigh in on Proposed Boundary Changes

Two Generations of Wallins Racing in the Beargrease

1 Killed, 7 People Injured in Downtown Seattle Shooting

Superior School District Warning of Possible Exposure to Whooping Cough

Third Grader Remembered with "Sticks Out For Marshall"

International Crews Arrive for Beargrease

Northland's Largest Baby Shower Helping Struggling Families

Minnesota Health Experts Weigh in on Coronavirus Response

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Lewis Supports Beltrami County's Vote to Limit Refugees

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Minnesota temporarily bans movement of farmed deer over CWD