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Duluth City Council Voting on Ordinance Requiring Masks for Indoor Public Spaces

This includes retail spaces, DTA buses, the Skywalk, and at restaurants and bars when not eating or drinking.

July 12, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council will be voting on a mask ordinance on Monday, which would mandate masks indoors in all public spaces. This includes retail spaces, DTA buses, the Skywalk, and at restaurants and bars when not eating or drinking. Face coverings would also be included in apartment building common areas such as hallways and elevators. Four…

Lester River Rendezvous Canceled For First Time in Over 20 Years

Annual event gathers about 10,000 people every year.

July 12, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time in more than 20 years, the Lester River Rendezvous is canceled this September due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to organizers, the weekend event gathers about 10,000 people every year. One of their more popular events is the Voyageur Village, which re-enacts an 18th-19th century fur trade village. Coordinator Don Mendoza said while he’ll…

Woman Killed, Boy Injured In Rollover Accident

July 12, 2020

KQDS Staff,

A 36-year-old woman from Duluth is dead and a 16-year-old boy is injured after a rollover crash early Saturday near Cromwell. The Minnesota State Patrol said the driver, Patricia Mylonas, was traveling west on Highway 210 at Markusen Rd shortly after midnight Saturday when she overcorrected her GMC Envoy. Officials say Mylonas was not wearing a seatbelt. The 16-year-old was…

Duluth’s West Theater to Reopen on Friday

The marquee of the 1930s era West Theater reads "We Love You, Back Soon" and now that's finally a reality for staff to open the doors again or everyone who loves this historic spot.

July 12, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – As businesses slowly begin to open back up around the Northland, it’s showtime once again for the West Theater in Duluth. After being closed for months due to the pandemic, the silver screen will be lit again with revamped policies for those who attend including mandatory masks. “I don’t think there’s anything in life with a guarantee…

Duluth Police Investigate Two Weekend Shootings

Police Chief Mike Tusken: "...we have guns in the hands of people who shouldn’t have them..."

July 12, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Police are searching for suspects in two shootings hours apart Saturday night, including one downtown that sent a person to the hospital — and according to Chief Mike Tusken, guns owned by people who shouldn’t are to blame. The first shooting happened downtown in the 100 block of E. # 3 alley around 7 p.m. where…

Mayor Emily Larson Responds After Duluth Firefighter Accused Of Assaulting Woman

"I share the community outrage at this behavior. It's horrifying and causes the public to question the character of our staff," said Mayor Larson.

July 12, 2020

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson is responding after a city firefighter is accused of assaulting a 65-year-old woman. The attack happened Friday morning during a dispute about the firefighter’s unleashed dogs while both were at the Traverse Trail near 84th Avenue. Authorities say Duluth firefighter Conrad Sunde, 48, a nearly 20-year veteran of the department, struck the victim…

DECC Opens Up For Dance Competition

Ovation Dance Challenge is the DECC's first event since the pandemic started.

July 12, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday the DECC in Duluth held its first event since the pandemic started. The Ovation Dance Challenge took place in Symphony Hall. About 200 dancers participated between Friday and Saturday and were watched by no more than 250 people, as per state guidelines. Masks were required and the stage and other areas were routinely sanitized. Organizers say dancers…

Two Harbors Farmers Market in Full Bloom During Pandemic

July 12, 2020

Arman Rahman,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- The Two Harbors Farmers Market saw a large crowd for their third week of being open Saturday. The location has changed to a parking lot on 7th Avenue across the street from Holiday, to allow vendors and customers to spread out. Other changes due to the pandemic include not giving out samples, encouraging masks, and a handwashing…

Two Harbors Lighthouse Beacon Replaced After 20 Years

The Lake County Historical Society is raising funds for a permanent replacement.

July 11, 2020

Arman Rahman,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- The Two Harbors Lighthouse which has stood for over a century overlooking Agate Bay now has a new beacon after 20 years. “We just removed the old beacon this morning, lowered it down from the tower,” said Sam Gangi, Board President for the Lake Superior Historical Society. On Saturday the beacon was belayed down by rope by…

“Trump Victory” and Congressman Pete Stauber Open Campaign Field Office in Hermantown

Many supporters of the candidates gathered outside the new office and picked up signs as well as refreshments.

July 11, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – The “Trump Victory” group and Congressman Pete Stauber opened their election campaign field office in Hermantown. The office will be the spot to to to for people who are looking to pick up campaign literature. Many supporters of the candidate gathered outside the new office and picked up signs as well as refreshments. Rep. Stauber spoke to…

Essentia Health Updates Visitor Guidelines

The new policy allows only one visitor per patient per day at Essentia Health facilities in Duluth.

July 11, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health has updated their visitor policies starting in Duluth this weekend. The new policy allows only one visitor per patient per day at Essentia Health facilities in Duluth. Those visitors are welcome from the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The policy applies to all clinic appointments and surgical patient care areas. Even though nurses…

Harmony House Taking Extra Measures to Protect Residents

Most residents at care homes across the Northland have gone nearly four months without being able to hug or be with their loved ones in person.

July 11, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Minnesota and Wisconsin have both been starting to loosen restrictions on visitors at care homes. This is leaving facilities to figure out how to best keep their residents safe. Most residents at care homes across the Northland have gone nearly four months without being able to hug or be with their loved ones in person. Over at…

Man Shot In Alley In Downtown Duluth

July 11, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot in an alley in downtown Duluth. The alley, where the shooting took place, is between Second and Third streets, a little after 7 p.m. The man was later taken to Essentia Health. The victim’s condition is unknown at this time. Duluth Police have yet to catch the…

Seven More People Test Positive For COVID-19 In Douglas County

This brings the county's total to 55.

July 11, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis., – In the last 72 hours, seven more people, in Douglas County, have tested positive for the coronavirus. This brings the county’s total to 55. Out of those cases, 41% are in the City of Superior. County officials tell us the spike is following a continuous trend of people spending more time in public indoor spaces. Officials…

Chisholm Man Dies In Dirt Bike Accident

Authorities believe victim may have been under the influence of alcohol.

July 11, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

CHISHOLM, Minn. – A 29-year-old man dead has died after suffering injuries from a dirt bike accident in Chisholm, Saturday morning. The accident happened around 2 a.m. near the intersection of Lake Street and First Avenue. Authorities say the driver was ejected from his bike after hitting a curb while riding. Chisholm police discovered the young man was not wearing…

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Receives Donation in Honor of Former K-9 Handler

July 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received a very special donation in honor of a former K-9 officer and founder of the Arrowhead Chapter of the Nam Knights Motorcycle Club. Dick Gudowski, was better known as Scrap Iron to the biker crew. He was a K-9 handler of the sheriff’s department back in the 1980s and had been…

Duluth Firefighter Cited in Woman’s Assault Over Unleashed Dogs

According to the Duluth Police Department, a 65-year-old woman was on the Duluth Traverse Trail near 84th Avenue when she was assaulted.

July 10, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – A firefighter of nearly 20 years is accused of assaulting a woman on a Duluth trail on Friday morning after she told him to leash his dogs. According to the Duluth Police Department, a 65-year-old woman was on the Duluth Traverse Trail near 84th Avenue when she was assaulted. The attack leaving her face bruised and bloody….

City of Superior Employees Must Wear Masks Inside City Buildings Starting Monday

Mayor Paine mandates face coverings for city employees working in public settings

July 10, 2020

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Come Monday, all City of Superior employees will be mandated to wear a mask or face covering while in city buildings. That’s the order from Superior Mayor Jim Paine as he also works to create an ordinance for a city-wide face mask mandate inside public buildings. According to a memo sent by the mayor, city employees must…

City Wants To Help Get People Back Into The Workforce

July 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Only 15 days remain until the $600 bonus now being added to weekly unemployment checks is scheduled to end. This is why the city of Duluth’ s Workforce Development Department wants to connect people who are unemployed with available opportunities. For many of those people out of a job, the weekly unemployment bonus has helped give them…

Duluth Area Family YMCA to Require Face Masks Starting Monday

July 10, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Face masks will be required in both the Downtown Duluth and Hermantown YMCA buildings starting Monday. YMCA staff tell us the new rule is to keep members and staff as safe as possible during the pandemic. Masks will not be required when working out, showering, or in the pool area, but they must be work in common…

Duluth Public Schools Welcomes Newest Assistant Superintendent

Anthony Bonds is expected to start his new position on July 27

July 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools will soon welcome its newest assistant superintendent. Anthony Bonds comes to Duluth from the Anniston School District in Alabama. During his time there, he served as executive director of curriculum and instruction, where he was responsible for overseeing teaching and learning practices while in that role. Bonds is also a former assistant superintendent for…

Bailey Builds Adding Second Location in West Duluth

July 10, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Owners Nathanael and Anna Bailey have been looking to add a second location. And they believe they’ve found one in an old funeral home. Bailey Builds has been a jack of all trades type of business. With a store featuring local artwork, a gallery and small venue space, along with an Airbnb upstairs. A different building ended up on…

Duluth Studio Company and Market Holds Grand Opening

July 10, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– Today, a new store in east Duluth held its grand opening. Duluth Studio Company and Market sells local and fair trade artisan goods and other items. They are only letting six customers in the store at a time, with a stop and go sign out front to let customers know if they can come in. While the original…

UPDATE: Suspect Identified, Cited in Traverse Trail Assault

July 10, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A firefighter of nearly 20 years is accused of assaulting a woman on a Duluth trail on Friday morning after she told him to leash his dogs. According to the Duluth Police Department, a 65-year-old woman was on the Duluth Traverse Trail near 84th Avenue when she was assaulted. The attack leaving her face bruised and bloody….

Juvenile Killed in Bike VS. Vehicle Crash in Washburn County

July 10, 2020

Site Staff,

WASHBURN COUNTY, Wis. – The Washburn County Sheriff’s Office says a juvenile bicyclist died Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle. The accident happened around 6:22 p.m. on Green Valley Road. Authorities say the juvenile was pronounced dead at the scene. The accident remains under investigation. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Who Might be Eligible for a Second Stimulus Check and for How Much Money?

July 10, 2020

Site Staff,

FOX BUSINESS – As coronavirus incidences throughout the United States continue to rise, the case for issuing another round of direct payments to households appears to be growing stronger – so who might be eligible for money and when? The Trump administration, and leaders from both political parties, have recently come out in favor of issuing more checks to some people, though…

Nursing Homes Can Designate ‘Essential Caregivers’ to Visit

July 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesotans will be allowed to visit family members in senior living centers under new guidance Friday from state health officials that loosen restrictions in place for months due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Minnesota Department of Health said long-term care facilities will be able to designate family members or others as essential caregivers for residents of such…

Duluth Police Searching for Assault Suspect

July 10, 2020

Site Staff,

UPDATE: Duluth Police say the suspect has been identified. DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say they are searching for a suspect in connection to a Friday morning assault on the Traverse Trail. Authorities say officers responded to the 300 block of 84th Avenue West around 8:00 a.m. on reports of a 65-year-old woman who was assaulted on the trail. Officers…

Midday Update 7-10-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, June 10, 2020

July 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, July 10, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, William Seay

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, July 10

July 10, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 40,767 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 5 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,495 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 725,825 tests have been completed to date. There are 35,442 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,329 patients have required hospitalization…

Michigan Gov. Toughens Mask Mandate; Businesses Must Deny Service

July 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday toughened a requirement to wear masks during the coronavirus pandemic, mandating that businesses open to the public deny service or entry to customers who refuse to wear one. The governor also expanded where people must have a face-covering beyond indoor public spaces. Starting immediately, they have to wear one outdoors if…

Morning Update 7-10-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, July 10, 2020

July 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, July 10, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, weather, William Seay

‘Tavern On The Hill’ Voluntarily Closes After Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19

July 9, 2020

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Another establishment in the Twin Ports has voluntarily closed temporarily for a deep cleaning over COVID-19 concerns. Tavern on the Hill announced Thursday that an employee tested positive for the virus after being in a social setting outside of the restaurant. The employee worked between June 30 and July 2. Management said the worker showed no symptoms…

Split Rock Lighthouse Opening July 15

Visitors are asked to pre-purchase tickets for a certain time slot so the site can control how many people are there at one time.

July 9, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Split Rock Lighthouse is less than a week away from opening back up to the public. The experience will be different than usual to keep everyone safe. Visitors are asked to pre-purchase tickets for a certain time slot so the site can control how many people are there at one time. There will also be a…

Superior Businesses Dial Back Reopening Amid Rise in Cases

July 9, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Over the last couple weeks, cases of COVID-19 have been increasing in the Twin Ports. With a new total of 48 cases in Douglas County, Superior businesses are doing what they can to keep their customers and employees safe. So far at least nine businesses in Superior have voluntarily closed temporarily after the establishments came into contact with…

Duluth’s Parks Passport Project Encourages Kids to Get Outside

July 9, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– As people are trying to find new ways to spend their time this summer the city of Duluth is hosting a challenge to do just that. The Parks Passport Project is a contest to get kids outside and do new activities all over the city. Just go to the city’s website and download their list of 20 challenges….

William A. Irvin Museum Reopening Friday

July 9, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– For the first time since 2017, the S.S. William A. Irvin will be letting visitors back on the ship. The museum will open their doors back to the public starting this Friday. Guests will be required to wear masks and gloves as they tour the 83-year old ship. Guides will lead smaller tour groups while maintaining social distancing….

Minnesota Nurses Association Shoots Down St. Luke’s Proposed Delay to Wage Increase

Nurses wanted St. Luke's to honor MNA contract should the hospital be sold

July 9, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) tells us they recently shot down a proposal from St. Luke’s that would have postponed scheduled pay increases for nurses. This comes less than a year after nurses voted to strike during the last round of negotiations with the hospital before the current contract was agreed upon. Healthcare providers across the country…

Hills Youth And Family Services Is In Need Of Masks

The group is hoping for a donation of 100 masks.

July 9, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hills Youth and Family Services in Duluth is looking for the community’s help. The organization is still in need of masks to give to the children they serve. Hills Youth is hoping to receive a donation of at least 100 of the protective wear. Each one will go to protect children and their families visiting the Neighborhood…

Sen. Simonson Previews Upcoming Special Legislative Session

Bonding bill among proposals state lawmakers could vote on

July 9, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota lawmakers will return for another special legislative session starting on Monday, June 13. Sen. Erik Simonson (DFL-Duluth) tells us one likely focus of the session will be on a state bonding bill. The proposed bill includes millions of dollars in funding for Duluth seawall reconstruction, renovations at the Duluth Depot, and many other projects across the…

Itasca County Healthcare Providers Encourage Wearing Face Masks in Public

Itasca County has 68 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths

July 9, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – Healthcare providers are encouraging everybody to wear face masks in public to help limit the spread of the coronavirus. According to Dr. Dan Soular, a primary care physician at Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital in Grand Rapids, masks allow air to flow through them and stop viruses from passing out of a person’s mouth and nose…

Northland School Districts Still Preparing For The Fall

"We are running a lot of different scenarios, but it's really based upon what the state actually tells us what we can do. We don't actually get to decide," said Wayne Whitwam, superintendent of Hermantown Schools.

July 9, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

NORTHLAND, Minn. – The uncertainty of the COVID-19 crisis is causing school districts across the nation, including in Minnesota, to create appropriate plans for the upcoming school year. School districts in Minnesota have been given three options from the state for possible strategies to implement in the fall, but all come with their own challenges. Both Duluth and Hermantown school…

Drive Thru Job Fair Provides Northlanders Access To Career Opportunities

The event will take place at both WITC-Ashland and Northcentral Technical College in Phillips, from noon to 4 p.m.

July 9, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

WISCONSIN- The Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board is taking a new approach to help provide more access to available jobs. Next week, the organization will be hosting a statewide drive-thru job fair. The idea was borrowed from similar events, which have taken place in Lincoln, Nebraska. Job seekers can remain safely in their cars during the career fair. Attendees will…

Bayfield Co. Alerts Area to COVID-19 Exposure From a Bar/Restaurant Customer

July 9, 2020

Alexandra Burnley,

BAYFIELD CO., Wis. — The Bayfield County Health Department says a individual who recently visited the Port Wing area is now hospitalized in another part of the state with COVID-19, and may have exposed people within the county to the virus. The health department said the person who tested positive for the virus visited the Port Bar & Restaurant in…

Church Raises Money for Trip to Liberia

One local church is raising funds to pay for a mission trip to West Africa.

July 9, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – One local church is raising funds to pay for a mission trip to West Africa. The Duluth Gospel Tabernacle on West Superior Street is selling a variety of items during a rummage sale for their trip to Liberia. The items are donations from the church, friends, and word of mouth. Because of COVID-19, this is the first…

UMD Provides Virtual Tour for Alumni

One local college is providing an online means for alumni to connect back with the campus.

July 9, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – One local college is providing an online means for alumni to connect back with the campus. UMD is providing a virtual tour of the Bagley Nature Center, specifically targeting alumni. The tour is pre-recorded. Associate Director Tim Bates will be narrating the tour and will highlight the history of Bagley and what is going on right now….

Local Leaders Push for Statewide Mask Mandate

Two days ago, St. Louis County hit its largest single-day increase of COVID-19 cases and now, one county commissioner is requesting the governor's help in protecting Northlanders by pushing for a statewide mask mandate.

July 9, 2020

Jane Kim,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – Two days ago, St. Louis County hit its largest single-day increase of COVID-19 cases, and now, one county commissioner is requesting the governor’s help in protecting Northlanders by pushing for a statewide mask mandate. Cities and counties in both Minnesota and Wisconsin are now setting their own rules about requiring their citizens to wear masks when…

Face Masks Made Mandatory on All UW Campuses This Fall

July 9, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Face masks will be mandatory inside all University of Wisconsin campus buildings statewide under a policy adopted unanimously by the Board of Regents. Interim UW President Tommy Thompson said at Thursday’s meeting there was no way to open safely amid the coronavirus pandemic without the mandate. Thompson strongly advocated for the mandatory mask policy at his…

13 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Linked to Ashland Hockey Tournament

July 9, 2020

Site Staff,

ASHLAND COUNTY, Wis. – Ashland County officials say a recent hockey tournament event hosted in Ashland has resulted in thirteen confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the tri-state area. In a recent community letter, officials say more tests are pending, and confirmed cases have been present in both children and adults. Health officials say multiple businesses in the area have temporarily…

Judge Issues Gag Order in Cases Against 4 Former Minneapolis Police Officers

July 9, 2020

Site Staff,

(Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – A Hennepin County judge presiding over the cases against the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the killing of George Floyd has issued a gag order after at least two of the attorneys talked to the media Wednesday. The order comes weeks after Judge Peter Cahill warned the attorneys and those connected to…