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STARBASE STEM Program Gets Trial Run with Duluth Elementary Students

State Sen. Erik Simonson says he's working on legislation to expand the program to Duluth by next school year

March 24, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 148th Fighter Wing hosted a group of Duluth elementary school kids for a unique look at a future in science, technology, engineering, and math . All week, instructors from the STARBASE program in the Twin Cities worked with 5th graders from Lowell Elementary, applying lessons learned in the classroom to stem challenges and experiments. “We get…

House of Hearts Brings Curlers Together to Support “Project Joy” Program

Organizers hope to raise about $40,000 to help feed hungry kids on weekends

March 24, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some of America’s best curlers are in Duluth raising money by doing what they do best. More than 100 curlers are here for the 16th Annual House of Hearts charity bonspiel, raising money for Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank’s “Project Joy” program. “That organization was started by the Plys family. They started that in Patrick’s name…

Motorhead Madness Car Show Starts Saturday

Remote–controlled car races, free model making for kids, and a used parts swap meet are all planned for the event

March 24, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – If cars are your passion, a drive to the DECC is in order this weekend. The 49th Annual Motorhead Madness car show starts at 10 a.m. tomorrow morning. Owners from around the region will be showing off a variety of cars, both old and new, from the early 1920s up to the 2000s. Vendors will also be…

GOP Pulls Health Care Overhaul Off House Floor

March 24, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – Speaker Paul Ryan has abruptly pulled the Republicans’ troubled health care overhaul off the House floor. The decision was a humiliating setback for President Donald Trump and congressional leaders. The bill had appeared all but certain to be defeated Friday. The roll call was on track to occur in about an hour. The measure has been a…

Keystone XL Pipeline Approved

Was Originally Blocked by President Obama

March 24, 2017

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump says, “It’s a great day for American jobs” after his administration issued a permit to build the long-delayed Keystone XL pipeline. The decision marks a reversal from the Obama administration and clears the way for the $8 billion project to be completed. The president says the decision ushers in a “new era”…

Police Issue Search Warrant of Minneapolis Liquor Store

After the store opened on a Sunday...several months early

March 24, 2017

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) – Minneapolis police are seeking surveillance video and sales records for Surdyk’s Liquor from Sunday, March 12, when the liquor store opened its doors for premature, illegal Sunday liquor sales. A search warrant filed in Hennepin County court seeks video footage from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. that day, as well as point of sale transaction records and…

Coast Guard Urges Caution After Increase in Ice Rescues

March 24, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

The United States Coast Guard is urging the use of extreme caution on and near the waterways after the rescue of more than a dozen people in the last seven days. Ice conditions are weakening as air temperatures have consistently been above-freezing. Recently, crews rescued 11 boaters in Saginaw Bay, Michigan, after boaters’ vessels became trapped by ice floes, making…

Hermantown K9 Officer Receives Body Armor

The vest is sponsored by an Anonymous Donor

March 24, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown Police Department’s K9, Jack, has received a bullet and stab protective vest. The vest comes as a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Jack’s vest is sponsored by an Anonymous Donor and has been embroidered with the sentiment “Born to love, trained to serve, loyal to the end.” K9 Jack hit the…

Walker Calls for House Vote on Health Care Bill

March 24, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is calling for the U.S. House to vote on the Republican plan to overhaul the national health care law. Walker said on Twitter Friday morning that “House members need to vote to repeal Obamacare today.” He says this is the chance to “more process forward” to get rid of the current law,…

Assistant Principal Facing Sexual Conduct Charges

The public's assistance has been requested by the Beltrami County Sheriff's Office

March 24, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. – Assistant Principal of Bemidji Middle School was placed in custody at the Beltrami County Jail, on Thursday, March 22. Brandon Bjerkness, 34, has been charged with two counts of solicitation of children to engage in sexual Brandon BjerknessBeltrami County Jail conduct. He has been contacting juvenile children through Facebook, Snapchat, and email accounts he had set…

Wisconsin’s Budget Could be $1 Billion Short by 2021

March 24, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin’s state budget could be more than $1 billion in the red by 2021, based on the proposal submitted by Governor Scott Walker that the Legislature is considering. The nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau released an updated analysis of the state budget for the two years after the period covered by Walker’s current budget proposal. It finds…

Mayo Clinic Helps Reunite Boy Battling Cancer with Lost Teddy Bear

The teddy bear received a police escort back to his owner

March 24, 2017

The Associated Press,

Courtesy Tracy Remme ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) – A 5-year-old boy who briefly lost the teddy bear that has helped him through cancer treatment was reunited with his stuffed animal thanks to Mayo Clinic workers, a round of social media shares, and a police escort. Aiden Remme, of Brewster, Minnesota, was undergoing his 60th round of chemotherapy when Teddy went missing….

Award-Winning Author to Speak on Addiction & Recovery

Two Presentations to be Held in Moose Lake

March 24, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn. – Addiction to drugs and alcohol is an issuing affecting families around the country. Many Minnesotans have had friends and family members suffer from some type of addiction. One Minnesotan who has faced these challenges is award-winning author and public speaker Daniel D. Maurer. Maurer’s non-fiction brand deals with personal transformation and how a person’s story affects…

Tuning Bicycles for Spring Season

Active Adventures: Bicycling

March 24, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Spring is here and many folks are getting their bicycles ready for the riding season. Over at Twin Ports Cyclery, Owner Denis Sauve helped FOX 21’s William Seay pick out the right fit. Sauve says the main thing people should check when tuning up their bikes for the season is the chain. He says Twin Ports Cyclery…

U of M Regents Hold Meeting At UMD

March 23, 2017

KQDS Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Hibbing Airport Officials Concerned Over Budget

Delta Airlines Could Leave Airport if $2.8 Million Subsidy is Lost

March 23, 2017

Greg Chandler,

HIBBING, Minn. – The proposed federal budget concerns another local community. This time the focus is on Hibbing’s Range Regional Airport. As one of 12 weekly flights from Range Regional Airport prepared for take–off Thursday, airport officials’ thoughts were in Washington, D.C. as the Federal Aviation Administration Re-Authorization Bill hits Congress. “The FAA Re-Authorization Bill is reintroduced every couple of…

Weekend Spotlight: March 24-26

March 23, 2017

KQDS Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Meeting Discusses Successes in Cleaning St. Louis River

March 23, 2017

KQDS Staff,

Members spoke about their successes in cleaning up the St. Louis River.

Students Hold CSS ‘Day Of Caring’

March 23, 2017

KQDS Staff,

Categories: News, News – Latest News

Donations Needed to Send Northland Veterans on Honor Flight

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held this Saturday from 4 to 8 p.m

March 23, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland’s tenth Honor Flight will depart Duluth next month for Washington D.C., but they still need help to get there. Honor Flight Northland is hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser this Saturday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the All American Club, 1931 West Michigan Street. Dinner is $10 per person. All money raised will fund sending…

Paine Trying To Build on Strong Mayoral Primary Results

The two candidates for mayor of Superior took part in a debate Thursday night

March 23, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Jim Paine says he feels he’s feeling good as Election Day approaches. The candidate for mayor of Superior had a strong performance in last month’s primary, receiving nearly 600 more votes than his opponent Brent Fennessey. According to Paine, eight labor organization and more than two dozen current and former elected officials have come forward to endorse…

March 6 Tornado in Minnesota was Earliest on State Record

March 23, 2017

The Associated Press,

(National Weather Service) BRICELYN, Minn. (AP) – The National Weather Service says a tornado that hit a southern Minnesota campground this month, was the earliest twister on record in the state. The agency recently conducted a survey that confirmed a tornado tore through the Pihls Park campground northeast of Bricelyn on March 6. The Mankato Free Press reports the weather…

Structure Fire on N 24th Street in Superior

March 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Just before 6 p.m. this evening, all three fire crews, Battalion Chief, and Gold Cross Ambulance were called to a structure fire at 24 N 24th Street. Initial reports indicated there was light smoke visible from the front door of a single family home. Crews confirmed a fire in the wall by the main entrance. All crews…

Group Makes Quilts for Northland Children in Need

20th Annual Quilt-a-Thon

March 23, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Northland kids going through a rough time will now have a comforter to put a smile on their face and keep them warm. It’s all thanks to the Douglas County Association for Home and Community Education. Their 20th Annual Quilt-a-Thon was held today to make quilts for Twin Ports kids in crisis. It all started in 1992…

Hagen Endorses Fennessey For Mayor

Thursday Morning, Superior Mayor Bruce Hagen Spoke to Superior Residents, Showing Support for Brent Fennessey

March 23, 2017

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Only 11 days remain before the City of Superior takes on new leadership. Thursday morning, Mayor Bruce Hagen announced he is endorsing mayoral candidate Brent Fennessey. “I believe that Brent Fennessey is the candidate and the only candidate that has these qualifications and proven experience,” said Mayor Bruce Hagen. Hagen believes Fennessey has a young, fresh vision…

White Nose Syndrome Found in Minnesota Bats

Tower Underground Mine a Top Spot for the Disease

March 23, 2017

Site Staff,

TOWER, Minn.-The bat disease, known as white-nose syndrome, has been confirmed in six Minnesota counties. One of the top spots for it is in the Soudan Underground Mine State Park in Tower, where they’ve seen a 73 percent decrease in the number of bats in the mine. Tours will continue at the mine, as the mine will follow decontamination rules…

40th Anniversary of Aurora Cold Case Tomorrow

Reward Offered for More Information

March 23, 2017

Site Staff,

AURORA, Minn.-Tomorrow marks the 40th anniversary of the unsolved murder of Cindy Elias. Her body was found eight miles north of Aurora. She was last seen in Virginia at about 12:30 a.m. at a local bar. She said she was looking for a ride home and said she might hitchhike. “Elias was found buried under a pile of brush at…

Virginia Co-Op Set to Relocate

New Building More than Doubles the Store's Size

March 23, 2017

Greg Chandler,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – It’s an exciting time for members of Virginia’s Natural Harvest Co–Op. Next month, the co–op moves into a brand new 9,000 square foot store at 732 4th St N., which is double the size of the current building. The new co–op will feature a classroom, as well as a larger deli, including salad and hot bars. Natural…

Apartment Damaged in Wednesday Fire

Range Mental Health Agency Helping Resident

March 23, 2017

Site Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. – Range Mental Health services are trying to find a Hibbing man a new apartment after a fire damaged his. The fire happened Wendesday on the 3rd floor of the Cobb–Cook Apartments, which are run by the Range Mental Health Center. The apartment was severely damaged and other apartments suffered water damage. Nobody was hurt. Categories: Community, News,…

Education Bill Would Eliminate Early Education Funding

March 23, 2017

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – House Republicans are taking a defiant stand against Governor Mark Dayton by proposing the elimination of his signature early childhood education program. The proposed cuts announced Thursday are very different from Dayton’s proposed $175 million addition to the program and signals that a larger fight looms as lawmakers and the governor search for compromise. Dayton…

DOJ: Wausau Shootings an Isolated Incident with One Suspect

The incident stemmed from a domestic dispute

March 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

WZAWWAUSAU, Wis. – The area of Wausau and Rothschild were struck by tragedy yesterday, when four victims, including an officer of the Everest Metropolitan Police Department, were shot dead. At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 22, law enforcement received the report of an active shooter in Rothschild. The suspect visited the Marathon Savings Bank, killing two civilians, and a…

Minnesota Marijuana Oil Sent to New York Stirs Anger

March 23, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Some top Minnesota lawmakers want to crack down on a medical marijuana company whose former executives face felony charges for shipping marijuana oil to New York. County prosecutors charged two ex-executives at Minnesota Medical Solutions with felonies alleging they collaborated in late 2015 to ship $500,000 worth of marijuana oil to New York. The charges…

House GOP Leaders Postpone Health Care Vote

March 23, 2017

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – House Republican leaders have postponed a vote on their health care bill in a setback for President Donald Trump and Speaker Paul Ryan. Prospects for the Republicans’ showcase health care bill had looked grimmer by the minute Thursday, despite Trump’s personal lobbying of conservatives. That still left the legislation short of the votes needed for passage. A…

Students Get Hands-On Golf Lesson

Cook County is the First Northland School to host Golf in the Schools Program

March 23, 2017

Greg Chandler,

GRAND MARAIS, Minn. – With Spring slowly taking hold local golf courses prepare to open. Meanwhile, one local pro spent his Tuesday introducing kids to the sport. Students at Cook County School in Grand Marais spent their Physical Education period getting into the swing. Of golf that is. They took part in the Golf in the Schools program, sponsored by…

Mother Sentenced to Prison in Newborn’s Death

March 23, 2017

The Associated Press,

March 2016 photo of Shwe Htoo, 22, of St. Paul is accused of killing her 5-week-old son, Michael Kyaw Htoo, on Nov. 18, 2015. She was charged in Ramsey County District Court with second-degree murder. Photo courtesy of Ramsey County sheriff’s office.ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A St.Paul mother has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for fatally smothering…

National Puppy Day!

March 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Happy National Puppy Day! Categories: Entertainment, News, News – Latest News

Enbridge Cutting Workforce

"Limited" Cuts in Northland

March 23, 2017

Matt Suoja,

DULUTH, Minn.-Enbridge is making some cuts to its job force across the country, including some in the Northland. According to a Reuters report, the layoffs were decided after purchasing Spectra Energy Corporation out of Houston. Enbridge officials told FOX 21 today, they are reducing one thousand positions company wide, which is about six percent of their workforce. Officials said the impact on…

Award-Winning Actress Visits UMD for Movie Screening

"Tangerine" Screening Tonight

March 23, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This evening an award-winning actress is stopping at the University of Minnesota – Duluth for the screening of a movie she appeared in. “Tangerine” will be shown at 7:00 p.m. at the UMD Library Rotunda. There will be a question and answer segment with the film’s star, Mya Taylor, following the screening. This event is free and…

Gronseth Comments on Job Search Endeavors

March 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth School Superintendent Bill Gronseth provided a statement about his recent search endeavors stating, “A superintendent search is a long process. In view of the delays and less than positive support of a minority of the board during recent contract negotiations, I thought it would be prudent to explore other opportunities. I didn’t plan to consider other…

Texas Roadhouse Creating Dockside Favorites

Cooking Connection: Grilled Shrimp

March 23, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many Northlanders are currently recognizing Lent and Texas Roadhouse wants these folks to know the restaurant is not just a steakhouse. Jeff Fort, the Managing Partner at Texas Roadhouse, says there are many other options if someone is trying to avoid red meat. The restaurant is offering an entire Dockside Favorites menu. For this week’s Cooking Connection, FOX 21’s…

4 Killed, Including Officer is Rothschild, Schofield, Weston shooting

March 23, 2017

Site Staff,

ROTHSCHILD, Wis. (WSAW) – Authorities have now confirmed an Everest Metro Police Officer was one of four killed following three shooting incidents Wednesday. Everest Metro Police Chief confirmed the fatalities during an evening press conference. He said a single suspect has been arrested and the public is not in danger. Names of the people involved have not been released. The…

Duluth Man Gets 20 Years for Role in Hermantown Drive-By Shooting

March 23, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man involved in a Hermantown drive-by shooting back in September has received a 20-year prison sentence this morning, according to St. Louis County Attorney Mark Rubin. Last month, a St. Louis County jury found 47-year-old Robert John Lund guilty of four counts of aiding and abetting second-degree attempted murder, four counts of aiding and abetting…

World Water Day

Tours At The Water Treatment Plant

March 22, 2017

Joey Norton,

Superior, Wis Today was world water day. 150 miles of sewer, drains 4 million gallons of water directly to the superior water treatment plant daily. The public was allowed on site for tours to find out exactly what happens after you flush water down your toilet. Every gallon that moves through the plant goes throw a vigorous process to make…

New Real Estate Coming To The Water

Condos To Be Built Next To Pier B

March 22, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn New lake front property will soon be available for an experience like none other in Duluth. The Duluth City Council voted unanimously to allow Hoff & Giuliani to begin development of lot D, prime real estate next to Pier B Resort. Pier B being the last major development the group put together. Their newest project will be right…

UMD Students Celebrate Anniversary of Legal Access to Birth Control

Representatives from Planned Parenthood spoke about the history of birth control and reproductive rights in the United States

March 22, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – 45 years ago the Supreme Court legalized the use of birth control for non–married couples. Today, students at UMD celebrated the anniversary of that decision on campus. Representatives from Planned Parenthood spoke about the history of birth control and reproductive rights in the United States. “It really gave access to women who weren’t married, whereas before it…

Middle School Career Day

Greenway Seventh and Eighth Graders Learn About Many Careers and Education Options

March 22, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

COLERAINE, Minn. – A middle school career fair happened today at Greenway High School. Fox 21 sent staff members to talk with the kids about careers in broadcast journalism and meteorology. The Greenway seventh and eighth Graders had many questions and a lot of interest in a variety of careers. “We’re basically interviewing people for jobs in the future,” says seventh grader Bodie…

Update: Proctor Police Chief Vacancy

March 22, 2017

KQDS Staff,

PROCTOR, Minn. – The city of Proctor’s vacant seat for police chief may not be filled anytime soon, according to Mark Casey, the city’s administrator. Casey told FOX 21 the Proctor Civil Service Commission is first focusing on selecting candidates for a patrol officer position. When that officer is hired, the commission will then move on to the police chief…

Duluth to Establish Safe Place For Opioid Overdoses

March 22, 2017

KQDS Staff,

In an effort to combat the opioid epidemic, Mayor Emily Larson announced plans for a new treatment addition.

Cloquet Police Chief Under Investigation Releases Statement

March 22, 2017

KQDS Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – FOX 21 learned new details Wednesday about the investigation of Cloquet’s Police Chief, Steve Stracek. Stracek’s complaint against him will be investigated by an outside firm — not the city councilors who put Stracek on paid administrative last Thursday. Interim city administrator and human resources director James Barclay said Stracek remains a city employee and clarified the…

Fuse Duluth Celebrates 12th Anniversary of Connecting Young Professionals

Since they started back in 2005, attendance at events has more than doubled

March 22, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fuse Duluth is celebrating 12 years of connecting young professionals. The group gathered Wednesday night at Clyde Iron Works to network and celebrate with samples from local businesses. Fuse was started by the Duluth Chamber of Commerce to attract and retain young talent to the area. Since they started back in 2005, attendance at events has more…

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State Sen. Erik Simonson says he's working on legislation to expand the program to Duluth by next school year

Organizers hope to raise about $40,000 to help feed hungry kids on weekends

Remote–controlled car races, free model making for kids, and a used parts swap meet are all planned for the event

Was Originally Blocked by President Obama

After the store opened on a Sunday...several months early

The vest is sponsored by an Anonymous Donor

The public's assistance has been requested by the Beltrami County Sheriff's Office

The teddy bear received a police escort back to his owner

Two Presentations to be Held in Moose Lake

Active Adventures: Bicycling

Delta Airlines Could Leave Airport if $2.8 Million Subsidy is Lost

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held this Saturday from 4 to 8 p.m

The two candidates for mayor of Superior took part in a debate Thursday night

20th Annual Quilt-a-Thon

Thursday Morning, Superior Mayor Bruce Hagen Spoke to Superior Residents, Showing Support for Brent Fennessey

Tower Underground Mine a Top Spot for the Disease

Reward Offered for More Information

New Building More than Doubles the Store's Size

Range Mental Health Agency Helping Resident

The incident stemmed from a domestic dispute

Cook County is the First Northland School to host Golf in the Schools Program

"Limited" Cuts in Northland

"Tangerine" Screening Tonight

Cooking Connection: Grilled Shrimp

Tours At The Water Treatment Plant

Condos To Be Built Next To Pier B

Representatives from Planned Parenthood spoke about the history of birth control and reproductive rights in the United States

Greenway Seventh and Eighth Graders Learn About Many Careers and Education Options

Since they started back in 2005, attendance at events has more than doubled

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