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Road Contruction Season Beginning: Drivers Warned That Construction Zone Deaths Have Increased

Northeastern Minnesota will have 23 new or continuing projects and travel delays should be expected.

April 4, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is ready for summer road construction, and officials say get ready for road closures, lane changes, orange cones and a summer of endless stop and go. Thursday, MNDOT revealed plans for 23 projects in Northeastern Minnesota, extending from Hinckley to the Canadian border. “Highway 2 near Floodwood gets a long-needed mill and overlay,” said Andy…

Superior Fire Department Celebrates New Hires and Promotions

April 4, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Fire Department hosted a swearing in and awards ceremony Thursday afternoon. The event was all about welcoming aboard new firefighters, celebrating promotions, and learning about the accomplishments firefighters have done this last year. It is a chance for fire crews to be in the spotlight and for the community to support the work that they…

Duluth Salvation Army Hosting New Fundraising Dinner Starting This Year

April 4, 2024

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Salvation Army is shaking things up in their approach to fundraising in 2024. Starting this year, they will be hosting a new event called the Black and White Ball in May. This fundraiser will replace the Civic Luncheon which they held in November. Tickets are priced at 100 dollars and guests will be dressed to…

In Swing-State Wisconsin, Democrat Hustles To Keep Key Senate Seat Against Trump-Backed Millionaire

April 4, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW GLARUS, Wis. (AP) — Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin, whose “go everywhere” 2018 campaign strategy became a model for how to win in battleground Wisconsin, knows her road to victory this year against a multimillionaire Republican supporter of former President Donald Trump goes through places like New Glarus. The bucolic village of 2,200, founded by Swiss immigrants and famous for its Spotted…

What To Know About The Latest Bird Flu Outbreak In The US

April 4, 2024

The Associated Press,

(AP) — A poultry facility in Michigan and egg producer in Texas both reported outbreaks of avian flu this week. The latest developments on the virus also include infected dairy cows and the first known instance of a human catching bird flu from a mammal. Although health officials say the risk to the public remains low, there is rising concern, emerging in part from news…

Wildfire Experts Sound The Alarm For A Potentially Active Season

April 3, 2024

Pat Brink,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. –You wouldn’t think with the recent snowstorm we experienced that there would be a need to talk about Wildfire dangers. Woody Unruh, a meteorologist with the Duluth National Weather Service said, “New snowfall from last week’s major winter storm ranged from around 10 to 20 inches with around half an inch to one and a half…

Sexual Assault, Domestic and Child Abuse Getting Important Focus in April

Awareness effort started Monday in Superior with commitment to support and education.

April 3, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Sexual assault and domestic and child abuse are issues that continue to plague communities. April is a month when advocates focus attention on the issue and the effort kicked off Wednesday at the Douglas County Government Center in Superior. It involved law enforcement, political leaders, educators, and those with the court system. The wide cross-section represented the message and the…

Local Filmmaker Shines at Minnesota Film Festival

April 3, 2024

Lucretia Free,

The festival started as a way to make sure audiences heard those untold stories and features filmmakers from right here in Duluth, and around the world. Seed of Doubt is directed by William J. Cox. It tells the story of a young couple’s world turning into paranoia and delusion. Cox wanted to create a psychological drama about gaslighting which is…

Feds: Chicago Drug Operation Preying On Duluth Area Busted

April 3, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Chicago-based drug trafficking ring that’s been targeting the Duluth area has been broken up with eight members indicted by the feds, according to the United States Attorney’s Office District of Minnesota. The announcement was made Tuesday in Duluth by U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger. Duluth Police Chief Mike Ceynowa, St. Louis County Sheriff Gordon Ramsay and County…

Big, Sincere Welcome for Barbro G and Crew; First Saltie of 2024

Official "spring" for port community.

April 2, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

DULUTH, Minn. — It is a welcome that never gets old. Tuesday, the first ocean-going vessel of the season received heart-felt greetings on a windy, wet and gray day. Inside the ship’s bridge, it was warmth and smiles as the captain and crew of the Barbro G were presented with everything Duluth and Superior. That included an endless flow of…

11th Hour To Save Northland College From Closure; Former City Council Pres. Speaks Out

April 2, 2024

Pat Brink,

ASHLAND, Wis. – A former Ashland city council president is speaking out about the possible closure of Northland College. This comes as the college faces a deadline of Tuesday, March 3, to raise $12 million to stay open, according to the college’s president. Northland College in Ashland announced March 11th that it needed $12 million before April 3. The president…

Neighborhood Youth Services Staff Walk Out Over Frustrations

The Family Freedom Center says it has met with staff and will respond promptly.

April 2, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Staff from Neighborhood Youth Services in Duluth say they have walked out for the second time in less than a year. They say it’s due to ongoing frustrations with the organization’s operator, the Family Freedom Center. The mission of Neighborhood Youth Services, or NYS, is to create a “safe and prosperous space for children and families.” The…

Duluth Food Shelves Pack Up Donations From ‘Duluth Cheerios Challenge’

April 1, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. — It was a successful “Duluth Cheerios Challenge” over the past week. The challenge was dreamed up by locals in response to billionaire Kathy Cargill’s crude remarks to the Wall Street Journal that said Mayor Roger Reinert “peed in his cheerios” when he questioned her intentions about a slew of park point land purchases. Organized said the idea behind…

Hibbing Drug Bust Ends With 3 Charged

April 1, 2024

Dan Hanger,

HIBBING, Minn. — A drug bust in Hibbing has ended with three people charged. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said Jennifer Schostag, 48, of Anoka; Michael Peterson, 51, of Hibbing; and David Hoskins, 60, of Sandstone are charged with various first-degree sale and possession charges for methamphetamine and cocaine. The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force conducted the investigation…

Duluth Man Convicted Of Manslaughter, Domestic Assaults Arrested Again

April 1, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth man convicted of second-degree manslaughter and two cases of domestic assault within 10 years is back in jail facing three new serious charges. Police said Kyham Lavon Dunn, 30, was arrested Friday as he entered the porch of a home where a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order was in place. According to court documents, Dunn…

“Barbro G” Goes Under Duluth Lift Bridge as First Saltie of 2024

Shipping Season officially underway with one of the port's earliest arrivals ever.

April 1, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

After sitting anchored in Lake Superior all weekend, she finally decided it was time to come in. The first saltwater vessel of the shipping season slowly made its way toward and through the Duluth shipping canal shortly before noon Monday morning. But first, the Barbro G had to head farther out in the lake and make a U-turn so it…

Volunteers Assist in Canal Park and Lakewalk Cleanup

April 1, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — A last-minute plan turned into a good turnout of volunteers on a mission to better their city. Twin Ports Trailer Trash announced it would be bringing its junk removal services to Canal Park on Monday. The company called upon volunteers to assist in the cleaning and were shocked by the turnout. The crews also worked on clearing…

‘Twin Ports Trailer Trash’ Hosting Canal Park/Lakewalk Cleanup Monday

March 31, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Twin Ports Trailer Trash is calling on volunteers to give back Monday by cleaning up Canal Park. The event is happening at 11 a.m. Volunteers are asked to meet at the parking lot by Canal Park Drive and Morse Street, which is across from Grandma’s Restaurant. The goal is to also clean up the Lakewalk. For every…

Your Easter Weekend Pictures

March 31, 2024

Dan Hanger,

The three videos below are from our Easter Sunday broadcast at 9 p.m. Thanks for sharing! Categories: Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

‘Burns Harbor’ Gets Stuck At Superior Dock

Experts are still uncertain what caused the lake freighter to get stuck, but with a little help its headed out of the Twin Ports

March 31, 2024

Jenna VanSickle, Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — This was the scene for much of the weekend: two ships, side by side at BNSF Railway Dock 5 in Superior. On the left, the Burns Harbor. It arrived a week ago. The ship was fueled up and loaded with iron ore pellets, but remained at the dock. It wasn’t until the ship on the right, the…

The Easter Bunny Arrives in Duluth – As a Snow Sculpture!

A private residence on 21st Avenue East is celebrating spring's arrival with a winter tradition

March 31, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — If you were out in enjoying the sun in Duluth today, you might have come across a springtime snow sculpture! Those passing by on 21st Avenue East can enjoy the latest rendition of a snowy tradition. This year’s sculpture features the Easter bunny, a basket, and the Statue of Liberty. Colorful balloons make up the Easter eggs…

Egg-splosion of Fun at the Lake Superior Zoo ‘EGG-stravaganza’

March 30, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — It was a hopping good time at the Lake Superior Zoo Saturday as it hosted its annual ‘EGG-stravaganza!’ Every year the zoo celebrates Easter and the welcoming of Spring, even though it may not look like it. Because of the recent snowfall, the zoo had to adapt and move the egg hunt indoors. Kids could also meet…

Mont du Lac Resort Opens for a Bonus Day on Saturday

March 30, 2024

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Even though most skiers and snowboarders hung up their equipment a few weeks ago, many broke out their boards and skis and hit the slopes at Mont du Lac Resort on Saturday. Mont du Lac closed its hills for the season two weeks ago, but after a winter storm brought fresh powder the resort held a bonus…

Duluth Catholic Priest Acquitted of Sexual Abuse Allegations, Restored as Pastor

March 29, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Catholic priest in Duluth accused of sexually abusing a minor has been removed from a list of credible claims and his duties will be restored after a Vatican investigation found the evidence against him to be insufficient, the Diocese of Duluth confirmed to FOX 21 Friday evening. Reverend William C. Graham was the pastor at St….

SWL&P Requests Increases to Electric, Natural Gas and Water Rates

March 29, 2024

Maria Vollom,

SUPERIOR, WI. — Superior could see a price hike in electric, natural gas and water rates by January of next year. Superior Water, Light and Power filed a proposal on Friday, March 29 to adjust the rates with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. They requested an overall increase of 5.9% or about $7.3 million. This would result in a…

Easter Eggstravaganza at Marcus Lakes Cinema

March 29, 2024

Maria Vollom,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — On Saturday, March 30, Marcus Lakes Cinema will transform into an Easter eggstravaganza. Hop on over to the family-fun event, featuring an Easter egg hunt, crafts and activities, and movies, including the films Migration and Hop. The keynote speaker, excuse me, the keynote carrot eater is none other than the Easter bunny (available for photo opportunities). “The…

Supporters of Missing Man Push Tribal Police to Ask FBI For Help

Protesters say Fond du Lac police should ask for outside help; Chief says he has "full confidence" in his department.

March 29, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

People frustrated about the search effort for a missing man gathered outside Duluth’s FBI office Friday. Ironically, the group was not protesting the FBI–but rather–pushing the Fond du Lac tribal police department. Friends and supporters of 31-year-old Peter Martin say they want the tribal police department to ask for the FBI’s help in finding him. Friday marked three weeks since…

New Breakfast Spot With Old Name Opens in Duluth

March 29, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn – There’s a new place to have breakfast and brunch in Duluth and it opened just this morning. Locally owned Chilly Billy’s is still in the mall, but at its second location which moved to 1608 Woodland Avenue, it has added breakfast. The general manager of the new location, Amayah Littlewolf-Daoust has been involved in the restaurant business…

Duluth Police Department Recognizes Staff Members for Their Service

March 29, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — Friday the Duluth Police Department recognized staff for their impact on the community during a Commendation Ceremony. Police officers and department employees gathered for the ceremony as many were honored for their exceptional service. Some staff members were recognized for promotions and leadership work, and others were honored with special awards, including ‘Police Officer of the Year,’…

Time Running Out for Northland College to Raise $12 Million

March 29, 2024

Pat Brink,

ASHLAND, Wis. – Next Wednesday is the deadline for Northland College in Ashland to raise $12-million to remain open next year. As of Friday evening, the college has not said how those efforts are going. However, the lack of information has not slowed efforts by faculty, students, staff, and the Ashland community to envision how the school might stay open….

Twin Ports Community Doubles Support For ‘Musical Bingo’ & Local Artists

March 28, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Bingo fanatics, roughly 170 of them, joined together Thursday night at Barker’s Island Inn to support free community music by playing Musical Bingo. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger called the song titles at Siggy’s Musical Garden, which is an organization that supports local music and artists behind it. Songs were provided by the Mackie Brothers, a rock group…

Intercollegiant Esports Coming to UW-Superior

March 28, 2024

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis –Come this fall, there will be a new intercollegiate sport at UW-Superior; and it will surprise some of you. It’s esports. University students playing video games! The school has created an eSports gaming room for the players to use in competition. This past January, esports at UWS came to life with a club team. Since then the UWS…

Duluth Salvation Army Surpasses March Food Drive Goal with Help from Rotary Club Of Duluth

March 28, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Thanks to a generous donation the Duluth Salvation Army has exceeded their March Food Drive Goal. The Rotary Club of Duluth donated a check of $14,890. That will help provide food to those in need in the community. The Salvation Army’s goal was $9,000 and 9,000 pounds of food, which they say they almost didn’t reach. But…

Duluth Parks & Recreation Groom Ski Trails for Final Hurrah of the Season

If you're thinking about getting some last-minute cross country skiing in, now's the time!

March 28, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Parks and Recreation had teams out earlier today at ski trails around the area, grooming the snow. According to the City of Duluth website, five trails had crews working on them. Magney Snively, Piedmont, Chester, Hartley, and Lester Trails were listed as “fair,” meaning minimal bare or icy spots. Some trails were only packed for skate…

27th Annual Taste At Fitger’s Will Once Again Benefit Second Harvest Northland

March 28, 2024

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. — The 27th annual Taste at Fitger’s event coming up this Friday evening. Every year, local restaurants and breweries come together in one place for people to sample their fine food and drinks and it is all for a good cause. The tickets are $50, but all net proceeds benefit Second Harvest Northland. Over the years, Taste at…

Howard’s Que Prepares for Easter Brunch

March 28, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Preparations to make the upcoming holiday weekend special are getting started at a local southern style restaurant in Lincoln Park. Howard’s Que is offering an Easter Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. This is the third Easter that the restaurant has put together for the community. And on the menu is a variety of…

Boxes of Cereal Start to Pile up for the “Duluth Cheerio Challenge”

March 28, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — The “Duluth Cheerio Challenge” is gaining traction as boxes of the cereal are starting to pile up at the drop-off site at the Duluth Labor Temple. The “Cheerio Challenge” is in response to billionaire Kathy Cargill’s recent insult on the city, including Mayor Roger Reinert. She told the Wall Street Journal last weekend that he “peed in…

‘Great White’ to ‘Rock The Otter’ Friday at Black Bear

March 28, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – GRAMMY-nominated hard rock legends Great White will be part of a trio of bands performing live at Black Bear Casino this Friday, March 29. Rock The Otter will also include Vince Neil and Quiet Riot. FOX 21 talked with Michael Lardie, guitarist for Great White, who explained what keeps the band thriving 40 years in the music…

Union Gospel Mission Asking for Blanket Donations

March 28, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Union Gospel Mission is in urgent need of blankets and is requesting donations as snow hits the Northland. The Union Gospel Mission says its blanket stock completely ran out during the winter storm, and with the warming center and Chum being frequently full, many have to resort to sleeping outside. So, the Mission is asking for…

Duluth Playhouse Hosts 2024-2025 Season Reveal Party

March 28, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Playhouse hosted a season reveal party to announce the lineup of its upcoming 2024-2025 season. While the current season at the Duluth Playhouse is still carrying on, newcomers and theater enthusiasts could get a jump start on their watching plans for the playhouse’s 110th season. The Playhouse says input from audience members helped during the…

Mayor Wants “Authentic Duluth” After City’s Tourism Marketing Contract Ends With Twin Cities Firm

March 27, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth’s multi-million dollar tourism marketing contract with a Twin Cities-based firm will expire at the end of the year. And now, newly elected Mayor Roger Reinert says he believes the contract should come back home. “I fundamentally believe as a Duluthian that we have the creative talents in our community to tell our own…

30 Years Later: Musical Event To Honor Victims Of Duluth Triple Murder

The public event happens Thursday, March 28 at Zeigeist's Teatro Theatre

March 27, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday, March 28, marks 30 years since a triple murder took the lives of three young men during a house party in Duluth’s Central Hillside neighborhood. And Thursday evening, a live public musical storytelling will happen at Zeitgeist’s Teatro Theatre to talk about the history, the music, the lives, the loss and the healing since that 1994…

Students Enjoy Snow Day in Duluth

March 27, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Kids are enjoying the snows day in Duluth. Students from Duluth East High School gathered at a park near the Holy Rosary campus, that’s part of Stella Maris Academy. They said they watched a few movies inside at home but wanted to enjoy this surprising weather. So, they brought some younger siblings out and made snowmen and…

Biden Administration Will Lend $1.5B To Restart Michigan Nuclear Power Plant, A First In The US

March 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

(AP) — The federal government will provide a $1.5 billion loan to restart a nuclear power plant in southwestern Michigan, officials announced Wednesday. Holtec International acquired the 800-megawatt Palisades plant in 2022 with plans to dismantle it. But now the emphasis is on restarting it by late 2025, following support from the state of Michigan and the Biden administration. Gov. Gretchen…

Criminal Charges Dropped Against Duluth Edison Teacher Accused of Sexual Assault of Student

His attorney said, "This matter underscores the importance of the presumption of innocence."

March 27, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Duluth, MN–Criminal charges have been dropped against a Duluth Edison elementary school teacher who had been accused of sexually assaulting a female student. His attorney said the allegations “were fake” and that he “never sexually assaulted anyone.” John Paul Horgeshimer, age 49, had been charged after a female student at Duluth Edison Charter Schools’ Raleigh Academy told her teacher that…

New Chancellor of UMD Announced

March 27, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Charles Nies has been named the tenth chancellor of the University of Minnesota Duluth. He is expected to start July 1 pending approval by the University’s Board of Regents at their May meeting. Dr. Nies has over 25 years of experience in higher education, most recently serving as the vice chancellor of student affairs at the University…

Duluth City Councilors, Residents Express Raw Emotion Over Gaza Resolution Debate

March 26, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth city councilors faced a full house at Monday night’s council meeting, with raw emotions pouring out from elected officials and residents for nearly three hours. At issue, was whether to pass a resolution supporting a quote “permanent ceasefire to prevent loss of human life in the Middle East.” Some councilors felt strongly to pass the resolution,…

Knowing Your Neighbor: Toys For Keeps

March 26, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbor, we take you to Toys For Keeps, one of the longest-running toy stores in Duluth that recently moved to a new location in the Lincoln Park Craft District. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Proposed Increase to Duluth’s Water Utility Rates

Duluth Public Utilities Commission Unanimously Voted to Send Proposal to the City Council, Despite Concerns from Outside Duluth

March 26, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously at a public hearing on Tuesday evening to move forward with proposed variable increases to water utility bills. The resolution would raise charges by 9.25% per year, totaling 48% over five years. This would impact all customers, including those outside city limits. At the hearing, the commission took public…

Senator Tammy Baldwin (D) Begins Five-Day Campaign Tour Through the State

March 26, 2024

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin (D) kicked off her five-day Dairyland campaign tour Monday afternoon with the first stop being made in Superior. Baldwin spoke about the issues that she believes are the most important ones facing people in Wisconsin. “I am focused on the pocketbook issues of Wisconsinites,” said Baldwin. “Listening to the people of this state…