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State orders adult day care centers to close

04/01/2020 09:50 AM

The Minnesota Department of Human Services has closed adult day care centers to prevent spread of coronavirus to thousands of seniors and disabled people in their care. Even with the stay-at-home order, some remained open.

Federal judge to take testimony in Wisconsin election lawsuits

Businesses and runners react to Grandma's being canceled

Grandma's Marathon canceled due to COVID-19

St. Luke's now offering virtual visits for patients

Thousands of pounds of food given away

Local Coronavirus Hotlines

Local experts weigh in on financial advice during COVID-19 pandemic

New COVID-19 cases reported Tuesday in Ashland, Bayfield, Gogebic counties

No new Twin Ports COVID-19 cases reported Tuesday

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World & National

Virus deaths in NYC top 1,000 as city prepares for worse

Deaths from the coronavirus topped 1,000 in New York City as officials warned that the worst of the virus' toll is yet to come.

White House projects 100K to 240K US deaths from virus

The White House is projecting 100,000 to 240,000 deaths in the U.S. from the coronavirus pandemic if current social distancing guidelines are maintained. President Donald Trump is urging the public to heed his administration’s guidelines.

Disputed Canada-US oil pipeline work to start in April

A Canadian company says it plans to start construction of the disputed Keystone XL oil sands pipeline running from Canada through the U.S. Midwest in April after lining up customers and money.

Trump rollback of mileage standards guts climate change push

The Trump administration is relaxing Obama-era mileage standards, changing one of the United States' biggest efforts to slow climate change. Pres. Trump says the move will save automakers the cost of new emissions technology, and make vehicles cheaper for Americans.

Midwest News

A woman arrives at the Billings Park Civic Center to vote in 2019.

Federal judge to take testimony in Wisconsin election lawsuits

Corps: Some levees damaged in 2019 still vulnerable

Unemployment claims reach a daily high in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers asks for federal disaster declaration

Health leader says Wisconsin hospitals not full

Officials: 2nd death attributed to COVID-19 in North Dakota

Michigan officials plead for ventilators, people to run them

Virus relief plan gives Illinois' Cook County reprieve on food stamps

This Week in Mining

The first vessel up through the Soo Locks on Wednesday.

Shipping season starts despite chaos with COVID-19

A sign of spring, and a sense of normalcy, with the opening of the Soo Locks and the start of the shipping season.

Mining operators are making more changes due to COVID 19.

Mining considered essential during COVID-19

Mining is listed under "critical manufacturing," and will continue during the Stay at Home order from Governor Tim Walz.

The first laker of the new shipping season has left the Twin Ports.

First laker leaves for the new shipping season

A sign of spring and hope in the Northland, as the first laker of the new shipping season has left with iron ore.

WDIO Sports

Saints Recognized for Ongoing Care During National Athletic Training Month

During National Athletic Training Month students in the College of St. Scholastica's sports medicine program turned to social media to provide care to athletes during the coronavirus pandemic.

UMD's Sandelin Named a Spencer Penrose Award Finalist

For the fourth consecutive year, University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) men's hockey coach Scott Sandelin was named one of nine finalists for the American Hockey Coaches Association's Spencer Penrose Award.

Grandma's Marathon canceled due to COVID-19

The 44th running of Grandma's Marathon has been canceled due to the new coronavirus pandemic. This is the first time Grandma's Marathon has been canceled since the initial race in 1977.

NHL Extends Self-Quarantine Guideline Until April 15

The NHL is extending its self-quarantine recommendation for players and staff to April 15.

The Boston Bruins rallied from a two-goal deficit to beat the St. Louis Blues 4-2 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Good Morning Northland

Posit Science has games to help keep your brain fit.

Keeping your brain fit while staying home

Animal Allies: Dullahan

Animal Allies: Charlie

Knowing your finance options amidst coronavirus concerns

Tips to prepare your taxes ahead of the deadline

Animal Allies: Wilbur

Harlem Globetrotters bringing tour back to Duluth

Distance learning can be stressful, but parents should know they don't have to be perfect.

Tips for parents during distance learning

Domestic violence organizations helping victims during COVID-19

Moose Lake inmate tested positive for COVID-19

First Case of COVID-19 confirmed in Itasca County

Keeping your brain fit while staying home

MN Department of Corrections response to COVID-19

Northland parents raise money to feed teachers

Health

New COVID-19 cases reported Tuesday in Ashland, Bayfield, Gogebic counties

Ashland County has seen its first COVID-19 case as more cases are reported in Bayfield and Gogebic counties. Meanwhile, Iron County officials are defending their handling of a fatal case.

Consumer

US consumer confidence sinks as virus begins having impact

U.S. consumer confidence tumbled in March to the lowest level in nearly three years. Economists say confidence is sure to fall further as the virus' impact takes a bigger toll on the economy.

Entertainment

ABC's Karl calls Rubio's tweet on media outrageous, hurtful

Sen. Marco Rubio tweeted that some in the media “can’t contain their glee and delight” that the U.S. had surpassed China in the number of coronavirus cases. ABC's Jonathan Karl says Rubio's tweet was outrageous and hurtful.

Essential businesses push onward to provide for public

Essential businesses are working to provide not only the public, but also, essential workers with the supplies they need to carry on during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Red Wing provides construction workers, miners, healthcare providers and more with the equipment they need.

Cancellations and closures due to coronavirus concerns

Numerous events have been canceled and facilities closed due to concerns over COVID-19. WDIO will continue to update this list as needed..

Cancellations and postponements due to coronavirus outbreak.

Trump adds 30 days to distancing guidelines as virus spreads

President Donald Trump is extending the voluntary national shutdown for a month as sickness and death from the coronavirus pandemic rise in the U.S.

The federal guidelines recommend against against large group gatherings, promote social distancing, and urge older people and anyone with existing health problems to stay home.

Fire destroys home in Barnum Township

The Carlton County Sheriff's Office reports that a fire destroyed a home in Barnum Township Sunday.

The family was able to get out of the home safely, but unfortunately, several of their pets perished in the fire.

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Health leader says Wisconsin hospitals not full

Officials: 2nd death attributed to COVID-19 in North Dakota

Michigan officials plead for ventilators, people to run them

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Knowing your finance options amidst coronavirus concerns

Tips to prepare your taxes ahead of the deadline

Animal Allies: Wilbur

Harlem Globetrotters bringing tour back to Duluth

Tips for parents during distance learning

Domestic violence organizations helping victims during COVID-19

Moose Lake inmate tested positive for COVID-19

First Case of COVID-19 confirmed in Itasca County

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MN Department of Corrections response to COVID-19

Northland parents raise money to feed teachers

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ABC's Karl calls Rubio's tweet on media outrageous, hurtful

Third candidate enters St. Louis County Board race

Wisconsin lawmakers warned of Medicaid enrollment spike

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