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Superior National Forest announces BWCA permits will be available later this month

January 5, 2026

Emily Halling,

BWCA, Minn.– During the middle of winter, many outdoor enthusiasts look forward to some summer camping, and the Superior National Forest is staying on top of that. The Superior National Forest announced permit reservations will be up for grabs on Wednesday, January 28th at 9 am CDT. They will be valid starting on May 1st- September 30th, 2026. Officials from…

Investigators say Minnesota childcare centers featured in viral video are operating normally

January 5, 2026

KQDS Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — An investigation by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth and Families(DCYF) has found that nine childcare centers featured in a viral video claiming fraud are operating normally. Investigators said they conducted on-site compliance checks at nine child care centers referenced in a recently circulated video by YouTuber Nick Shirley. The video accuses several Somali-run centers of…

Man who broke windows at Vance’s Ohio home is detained, the Secret Service says

January 5, 2026

The Associated Press,

(CNN) A man who broke windows at Vice President JD Vance’s Ohio home and caused other property damage was detained early Monday, the U.S. Secret Service said. The man was detained shortly after midnight by Secret Service agents assigned to Vance’s home, east of downtown Cincinnati, agency spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement emailed to The Associated Press. He has not…

New year, new weddings with the help of the Duluth Wedding Show Jan. 10

January 4, 2026

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new year means a new year for weddings, and that means the Duluth Wedding Show is back at the DECC. The one-stop-shop event is happening Saturday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. It’s all about the brides, grooms and even the dreamers getting consumed with more than 130 vendors to help make your wedding…

The Twin Ports sing Sea Shanties

January 4, 2026

Emmaleah Allen,

DULUTH, Minn. — People gathered at the Duluth Folk School to learn and sing sea shanties. Historically, sea shanties served as working songs, sung by sailors as they traveled across the sea. Throughout the event, multiple Shantymen and a few opera singers took turns leading a variety of tunes. Many people joined in whether they were beginners or experts, to…

Minnesota must provide documents to US government in child care fraud probe by Jan. 9

January 4, 2026

The Associated Press,

People gather for a news conference at the state capitol in St. Paul, Minn., on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. (AP Giovanna Dell’Orto) Minnesota officials have until the end of this week to hand over information on providers and parents who receive federal child care funds that the Trump administration contends have been used fraudulently or risk losing federal funding. State…

Wisconsin judge convicted of obstructing arrest of immigrant resigns as GOP threatens impeachment

January 4, 2026

The Associated Press,

Courtesy: AP Embattled Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan, who was convicted of obstruction last month for helping an immigrant evade federal officers, has sent her resignation letter to the governor. The letter was sent Saturday. Republicans had been making plans to impeach her ever since her Dec. 19 conviction. A spokesperson for Gov. Tony Evers, a Democrat, said his office received…

Maduro’s case will revive a legal debate over immunity for foreign leaders tested in Noriega trial

January 4, 2026

The Associated Press,

Courtesy: Associated Press MIAMI (AP) — When deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro makes his first appearance in a New York courtroom Monday to face U.S. drug charges, he will likely follow the path taken by another Latin American strongman toppled by U.S. forces: Panama’s Manuel Noriega. Maduro was captured Saturday, 36 years to the day after Noriega was removed by…

Trump: Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife captured

January 3, 2026

Matt McConico,

President Nicolas Maduro addresses supporters during a rally marking the anniversary of the Battle of Santa Ines, which took place during Venezuela’s 19th-century Federal War, in Caracas, Venezuela, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. (AP) – The United States hit Venezuela with a “large-scale strike” early Saturday and said President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured and flown out of the…

Hermantown Community Schools celebrates new hockey arena with ribbon-cutting ceremony

January 2, 2026

Lauren Martinson, Xavier Walt,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Hermantown community members packed into the new arena for its grand opening. What began as a dream became a reality through the support of local businesses, community funding, and lawmakers. The project was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and guided tours of the new NorthStar Ford Arena, which is expected to serve generations of hockey players. “This…

Portman Hockey celebrates 3rd annual “Great Skate”

January 2, 2026

Xavier Walt,

DULUTH, Minn. — Portman Hockey celebrated the kickoff to their outdoor hockey season with their annual “Great Skate” fundraiser. Skaters both big and small gathered from around the Northland to help Portman raise funds for the organization’s programs, in order to keep the sport affordable for all interested kids. After the event was previously postponed from its original Dec. 17….

“Home Stories Art Show” illustrates youth housing crisis

January 2, 2026

Xavier Walt, Kevin Johnson,

DULUTH, Minn. — An art show with a special purpose took place in Downtown Duluth as the all-ages, “Home Stories Art Show” took over Studio Cafe. The artwork displayed was done by Twin Ports youth, all of whom are a part of youth programming with Lutheran Social Services, as a way to draw attention to the on-going youth housing crisis….

The Wildcat Sanctuary welcomes its first ever snow leopard

January 2, 2026

Paige Hansen, Adam Jagunich,

SANDSTONE, Minn. — The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone has welcomed a new addition, with its first ever snow leopard adapting well to his new home. Raj, a 13 year old snow leopard has made his way from Michigan to his new home in Minnesota. Unlike most of The Wildcat Sanctuary residents, Raj isn’t a rescue, he’s a retiree. “Raj came…

Local author to donate all profits to student food assistance program

January 2, 2026

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– A local author and professor is bringing a lot of wisdom into the new year with the release of his newest book. ‘Wisdom from the Woods’ is a book designed to carry positivity and relaxation throughout the year. It’s filled with 52 nature inspired metaphors and short stories he’s gathered to give gentle guidance. Author Mark Langenfeld is…

FBI says it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group

January 2, 2026

The Associated Press,

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The FBI said Friday it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plot targeting a grocery store and fast-food restaurant in North Carolina, arresting an 18-year-old man who authorities say pledged loyalty to the Islamic State group. Christian Sturdivant was charged with attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization after investigators say he shared…

Investigation continues into the New Year’s Eve bar fire in Switzerland

January 2, 2026

The Associated Press,

People mourn behind flowers near the sealed off Le Constellation bar, where a devastating fire left dead and injured during the New Year’s celebrations in Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Baz Ratner) CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles started a fire in a bar at an Alpine ski resort that…

Tesla loses crown as world’s bestselling electric vehicle maker to Chinese rival as sales fall for second year in a row

January 2, 2026

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Tesla lost its crown as the world’s bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk’s right-wing politics and stiff overseas competition pushed sales down for a second year in a row. Tesla said that it delivered 1.64 million vehicles in 2025, down 9% from a year earlier. Chinese rival BYD, which sold 2.26…

Inside Duluth’s only “Bean to Bar” chocolate maker

January 1, 2026

Xavier Walt,

DULUTH, Minn. — Just above the company’s new storefront, Duluth Coffee Company is crafting more than just coffee. The company says they’re the only “bean to bar” chocolate producer in the Northland, taking cocoa beans from Central America and then roasting them, processing them, and finally, molding the finished product into bars. The roasting of the beans is similar to…

Local gym offers tips for New Years Resolution fitness

January 1, 2026

Xavier Walt,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The New Years Resolution of getting to the gym has been one of the most common for years, and with the turn of the calendar, local gyms often see a spike in those looking to make good on their promise. At Doc’s Gym in Superior, gym memberships typically rise dramatically during and directly after the holidays, before…

Seller’s Antique Mall celebrates grand opening in Superior

January 1, 2026

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– The city of Superior is celebrating the past, as they head into the new year because they debuted their new antique mall Thursday morning. The owners of the ‘Sellers Auction’ on Belknap Street, decided to take advantage of the space after the Family Dollar store closed down. The owners have had more than forty years of antique experience,…

Zohran Mamdani begins his term as NYC mayor with an historic swearing in

January 1, 2026

The Associated Press,

New York Attorney General Letitia James, left, administers the oath of office to mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, center, as his wife Rama Duwaji looks on, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) NEW YORK (AP) — Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics as one of the country’s…

Fire at Swiss Alpine resort bar during New Year's celebration leaves dozens feared dead, 100 injured

About 40 people dead and 115 injured in fire at Swiss Alpine bar during New Year’s celebration

January 1, 2026

The Associated Press,

(CNN) UPDATE — About 40 people were killed and another 115 injured, most of them seriously, during a New Year’s celebration in a Swiss Alpine bar, police said Thursday. Authorities did not immediately have an exact count of the deceased. CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — A fire ripped through a bar’s New Year celebration in a Swiss Alpine resort less than…

$1 million winning lottery ticket sold in International Falls

January 1, 2026

Jason VanHorn,

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — A $1 million winning lottery ticket was sold in International Falls. According to the Minnesota Lottery, the ticket was sold at Forestland Sales located at 1111 3rd St. This was a part of one million tickets sold during the Minnesota Millionaire Raffle, which ran from Oct. 21 to Nov. 3 Officials say it was the fastest…

PCA services affected by funding suspensions

December 31, 2025

Emmaleah Allen,

DULUTH, Minn. — On Christmas Eve, Heartland PCA, a home care agency in northern Minnesota, received notice from the Department of Human Services that payments were being suspended under a new federal Medicaid pre-payment review process. Heartland PCA says their agency, along with 600 others, was impacted yesterday by an abrupt halt in payments, tied to fraud concerns, involving 14…

The City of Hermantown celebrates its 50th birthday

December 31, 2025

Emmaleah Allen,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — People braved the cold at Fichtner Park to celebrate the city of Hermantown’s 50th birthday. The area started with just a few homesteaders, before the city was established back in 1975. Since then, it has continued to grow to just over 10,000 residents. Everyone stood around fires, made s’mores, and ate hot dogs while taking in…

Duluth Library and Duluth Children’s Museum host New Year’s celebrations for kids

December 31, 2025

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Library held its annual New Year’s celebration called “Noon Year’s.” Families and kids of all ages were welcome to attend the library’s annual Noon Year event. There was all kinds of fun, from a dance party with bubbles, to creating your own noise makers. Many families make the event an annual tradition as a…

Local daycare reacts to the freeze of childcare funds

December 31, 2025

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — A local daycare is reacting to the Trump administration announcing that it is freezing child care funds to Minnesota. The freeze comes after allegations of fraudulent daycares in the state. Kallie Thomas, the Executive Director of Happy Time Daycare says the freeze could be detrimental. Happy Time is a non-profit, with tuition only covering bills and staff….

What to know about Trump administration freezing federal child care funds

December 31, 2025

The Associated Press,

The Trump administration has said it is freezing child care funds to all states until they provide more verification and administrative data about the programs in a move fueled by a series of alleged fraud schemes at Minnesota day care centers run by Somali residents. All 50 states will be impacted by the review, but the Republican administration is focusing most of its ire…

Wussow’s Concert Cafe celebrates New Year’s Eve with all day concert

December 31, 2025

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– The New Year’s Eve celebrations at Wussow’s began bright and early this morning and sounds of local artists will be filling the room all day. For more than a decade, the concert cafe has made this all-day concert a tradition. Every forty minutes, artists will take turns taking the stage. Attendees of all ages will get to take in…

Bois Forte Band of Chippewa explains what’s next after signing cannabis compact with Minnesota

December 31, 2025

Matt McConico,

Shane Drift DULUTH, Min. & NETT LAKE, Min. – The day after making it official and signing a Tribal-State cannabis compact with Minnesota, we’re learning more about what is next for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa and cannabis. The agreement signed on December 30, 2025 provides a blueprint for a shared goal of safeguarding the health of Minnesotans regarding…

New Year’s Business Hours

December 31, 2025

Jadie Jones,

TWIN PORTS — A look at business hours across New Year’s Eve and Day. Hours are based on the posted hours from the business’s site and may vary for businesses with multiple locations. Retail Walmart New Years Eve: open 6 am to 11 pm New Years Day: open 6 am to 11 pm Target New Years Eve: open until 9…

Lake Superior Zoo announces ‘Porcupine Pub’, and 21+ events

December 31, 2025

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Lake Superior Zoo is saying ‘cheers’ to the new year, by welcoming in some new 21+ opportunities. The ‘Porcupine Pub’ is debuting at the zoo, and it’s bringing along some new events. Starting in January, they will be hosting a trivia night every third Wednesday of the month. Attendees can take advantage of their selection of local…

New Year’s Eve celebrations across the Twin Ports area

December 31, 2025

Jadie Jones,

TWIN PORTS — A look at the local happenings and celebrations sorted by event start time Superior Lanes – 11 am until 12:30 am Cosmic Bowling Party – wear neon! 3 games and shoe rental for $10 per person Family friendly $3 rail drinks all day, Champagne at midnight Wild State Cider – 7 pm to 10 pm The Brothers…

Woman stabbed to death in Sawyer County, man arrested

December 31, 2025

KQDS Staff,

TOWN OF RADISSON, Wis. — A man has been arrested after a woman was stabbed to death in the Town of Radisson. According to officials, on December 30 at 2:16 p.m., Sawyer County authorities responded to reports of a dead woman in a home. Once on scene, they found 61-year-old Lynette D. Coaty of Radisson dead with apparent stab wounds….

Mesabi Humane Society halts new intake amid funding dispute

December 30, 2025

Emmaleah Allen,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Mesabi Humane Society decided it will no longer be accepting new animals from the City of Virginia following the city of Virginia’s decision to end the temporary per-animal payment structure that had been in place during negotiations. The 2025 contract called for $45,000, but MHS says it actually costs about $100,000 a year to care for…

Sen. Amy Klobuchar Speaks On Potential Hemp Ban

Senator Amy Klobuchar speaks on potential hemp ban

December 30, 2025

Emily Halling, Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

DULUTH, Minn.– Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar visited Wild State Cider in Duluth Tuesday to discuss the impacts of a potential hemp ban across the state. In less than a year, breweries and cideries could look a lot different. Many of them are currently selling drinks and gummies with THC and CBD and at the end of this year, things could…

Trump administration says it’s freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

Jim O’Neill WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration announced on Tuesday that it’s freezing child care funds to Minnesota after a series of fraud schemes in recent years. Acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Jim O’Neill announced on the social platform X that the step is in response to “blatant fraud that appears to be…

What you clicked on in 2025

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Min. – Here are the top three stories people clicked on FOX21Online.com for each month of 2025: JANUARY 2025: 1. 1880s Water Main Breaks At Busy Duluth Intersection 2. Two Injured, One in Custody After Stabbing in Duluth 3. Carlton Co. Inmate Charged with Attempted Murder of Guard FEBRUARY 2025: 1. Newborn Left at Duluth Shelter Triggers Police Investigation…

Former Viking star Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation and other criminal charges

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs (8) gets tackled by New York Jets cornerback Qwan’Tez Stiggers (37) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025 in New York. The Patriots won 42-10. BOSTON (AP) — New England Patriots star wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing strangulation and other criminal charges in connection with a dispute with his former private…

Bois Forte Band of Chippewa signs cannabis compact with Minnesota

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

Bois Forte Band Of Chippewa Seal ST. PAUL, Min. – The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa has signed a Tribal-State cannabis compact with Minnesota. In a news release Secretary/Treasurer of the Bois Forte Band Tara Geshick said, “The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa has done great things – one is entering the cannabis market… Unlocking opportunities and seeking strategic alliances will…

Man stabs person ‘because he felt like hurting someone’: Deputies

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

Donovan Vondall CLARIFICATION: The story originally said the victim was a co-work, it was in fact a customer. – GRAND MARAIS, Min. – A man is accused of stabbing and trying to kill someone at the Cook County Co-op. Charging documents say Donovan Michael Vondall stabbed the customer “because he felt like hurting someone.” Vondell allegedly told Cook County Sheriff’s…

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Surge in federal officers in Minnesota focuses on alleged fraud at day care centers

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A surge of federal officers in Minnesota follows new allegations of fraud by day care centers run by Somali residents. President Donald Trump has previously linked his administration’s immigration crackdown against Minnesota’s large Somali community to a series of fraud cases involving government programs in which most of the defendants have roots in the east African country. Surge in federal officers Department of Homeland Security…

Top baby names for 2025 at Essentia Duluth

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Min. – Entering the final week of 2025, 1,685 babies were born  at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth. Essentia has released the top baby names for the year in Duluth. TOP BABY BOY NAMES  Theodore or Theo and Oliver — 12 Rowan — 10 James — 9 TOP BABY GIRL NAMES Evelyn or Evelynn — 14 Harper — 10 Lucy, Nora and Hazel — 8 Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News –…

Teen accused of trying to rob person at gunpoint near Lincoln Park Pavilion

December 30, 2025

Matt McConico,

DULUTH. Min. – Duluth Police says at approximately 8 p.m., Monday, December 29, 2025 police responded to the call of a person with a gun in the 400 block of Lincoln Park Drive. That is near the Renee Van Nett Pavilion in Lincoln Park. A 17-year-old set-up a sale via Snapchat. Police say the initial information said shows the 17-year-old…

Duluth Coffee Company moving Superior Street cafe

December 29, 2025

Xavier Walt,

DULUTH, Minn. — After over a decade of giving the Twin Ports their “morning joe”, Duluth Coffee Company is moving their beloved cafe. All the way next door. “I’m super proud of this space. I’m not even nostalgic about the old one going away, because that was just a reflection of myself, and this is a reflection of everyone I…

Bentleyville Wraps up 2025

December 29, 2025

Violette VueHansen,

DULUTH, Minn- Volunteers are in the process of tearing down Bentleyville after another successful year. The heavy winds and yesterday’s snow storm didn’t stop them from taking down thousands of lights. They get paid in soda and hot sandwiches, but it’s worth it to a lot of the volunteers. “For me it’s giving back to the community. Duluth is such…

Superior Fire Department shares important cold weather tips

December 29, 2025

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– With the cold weather bringing unexpected issues with heating the Superior Fire Department is reminding the community of some important tips. A Battalion Chief with Superior Fire said they see a significant increase with house fires December through march. This is largely related to improper heating techniques, such as poorly ventilated appliances. They said to keep space heaters…

Mesabi Humane Society to stop accepting animals from the City of Virginia

December 28, 2025

Emmaleah Allen,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Mesabi Humane Society says it is no longer accepting animals from the City of Virginia. MHS recently put out a statement on their Facebook page saying, “The Mesabi Humane Society values its long-standing partnership with the City of Virginia. However, effective immediately, MHS will no longer be accepting animals from the City of Virginia. This decision…

Bentleyville wraps up the holiday season

December 28, 2025

Lauren Martinson,

DULUTH, Minn. — Across the Twin Ports, people spent the past few days taking in the holiday lights, leading to Bentleyville wrapping up with volunteers helping to take down all the lights. Yesterday was the final night of the famous light show. It was accompanied by fireworks while onlookers said ‘goodbye’ to this year’s Christmas season. Today, “teardown” began and…

West Duluth Little League devastated by second fire of 2025

December 28, 2025

Emmaleah Allen, Lauren Martinson,

DULUTH, Minn. — On Christmas evening, the Western Duluth Little League suffered a structure fire that destroyed both the equipment shed and concession stand. This is the second time this year that a fire has affected the same structures. The league has released a statement on their Facebook stating, “We are devastated at this news, and moving forward will need…

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