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Crews respond to early morning Central Hillside fire

November 19, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Crews responded to a vehicle fire Wednesday morning near the 400 block of East 8th Street. The fire was reported around 5 a.m. Fire officials said a person was sleeping in an RV when the fire broke out. The person was evaluated at a hospital for smoke inhalation and is being assisted by the American Red…

Crews respond to early morning garage fire in Cherry Township

November 16, 2025

KQDS Staff,

CHERRY, Minn. — Crews responded to an early morning garage fire in Cherry Township. Sunday morning around 1:30 a.m. the St. Louis County Sheriff’s office was notified of a garage fire in the 10000 Blk of Hayes Rd., in Cherry Township located East of the City of Hibbing. Upon arrival the garage was fully engulfed in flames. Occupants and pets…

Hibbing Speedway promotor arrested on felony fraud charges

November 13, 2025

KQDS Staff,

LAKE COUNTY, Minn. — The promoter of the Hibbing Speedway has been arrested on felony charges of fraud out of West Virginia. Barry Braun of Silver Bay and owner of XR events, is being held in Lake County on charges of felony fugitive from justice. A warrant for Brauns’ arrest was sent out by the West Virginia State Police for…

Adult foster care employee, 19, charged in drunken high-speed crash

November 10, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A 19-year-old adult foster care employee was driving drunk on a revoked license and reaching speeds of 100 mph with passengers on board when he caused a multi-vehicle crash in Duluth on Nov. 6, according to the criminal complaint. Michael Edward Rahja, 19, of Duluth, is charged with one count of Criminal Vehicular Operation and one count…

Two Harbors man charged with possesion of child porn

November 10, 2025

KQDS Staff,

TWO HARBORS, Minn — A man in Two Harbors has been charged with possession of child porn. According to court documents, 36-year-old Keith Richard Udenberg is being charged with 7 felony counts of possession of child pornography. Undercover law enforcement with the Department of Homeland Security was in contact with an online user who was later found to be Udenberg…

Unsafe Lead Levels Detected In Drinking Water At Northwood School Dist.; Parent Shares Videos of Cloudy Water

November 5, 2025

KQDS Staff, Dan Hanger,

MINONG, Wis. — Unsafe levels of lead have been discovered in the Northwood School District’s drinking water distribution system. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conducted water testing of the district, which revealed samples that exceeded the safe limit. Of the five tap locations that were tested, two showed elevated lead levels (15.2 ppb and 31.5 ppb), which exceeded…

ICE makes first comments following Hibbing raids

October 30, 2025

KQDS Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released a statement following the two raids in Hibbing on Wednesday. A spokesperson from ICE said that eight undocumented people were detained as part of the operation with the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force. The raids at El Charro Bar and Grill and La Tequila Taco Shop took place during…

ICE Raids 2 Mexican Restaurants in Hibbing, Detains Multiple People

The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office says a cocaine investigation alerted ICE to undocumented aliens

October 29, 2025

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HIBBING, Minn. — New information was released Wednesday evening about two ICE raids in Hibbing earlier in the day involving two Mexican restaurants. A law enforcement official close to the investigation told FOX 21 that federal agents detained eight undocumented people, including the owner of the two restaurants. And the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said it all came to…

YMCA holds ‘DiffeRUNce’ 5k fundraiser

October 27, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — People across the Twin Ports took on the Differunce 5K in their Halloween costumes to fundraise for the increased food access and healthy living programs through the YMCA. The YMCA Community Services teamed up with Ursa Minor Brewing to host the run, providing an opportunity for the community to come together for a good cause and enjoy…

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‘Dance TV’ Performs Halloween Edition at Zeitgeist in Duluth

October 19, 2025

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DULUTH, Minn. — The heat was on, the music was turned up and the competition was fierce Saturday night at Dance TV’s Halloween edition at Zeitgeist in downtown Duluth. Dance TV produces live theatrical productions that take you behind the scenes of a fictional hit television show, Dance TV. The audience serves as the live studio audience and is immersed…

Patient Assaults 2 Duluth Nurses At Essentia Health’s E.R.

October 16, 2025

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DULUTH, Minn. — Two female nurses at Essentia Health in Duluth were assaulted by a male patient in the Emergency Room around 3 a.m. Thursday. Duluth police said staff members were eventually able to restrain the man until police arrived. The man is being placed on a mental health hold. Once released, he will be taken to jail for two…

Crews respond to fire near Crosby Manitou State Park

October 8, 2025

KQDS Staff,

TOFTE, Minn. — On Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025, firefighters detected smoke in a remote area near the Caribou River within the vicinity of the George Manitou Crosby State Park, which is around 10 miles southwest of Tofte, Minnesota. The fire is currently estimated to be around 30 acres, smoldering and creeping in mixed hardwoods and leaf litter. Firefighters with the…

Grandma’s Marathon Hosts Registration Event Ahead Of 50th Race

October 1, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — While Northlanders are beginning to prepare for winter, Grandma’s Marathon is already looking ahead to next summer’s milestone event- The 50th annual race. On Wednesday Oct. 1, runners gathering at the Dovetail Cafe for the first day of registration for the race. The event kicked off with a group run hosted by the Tortoise and Hare run…

Carlton County Animal Rescue’s First Fundraising Gala A Success

September 28, 2025

KQDS Staff,

CARLTON, Minn. — Nearly 200 people came together Saturday night to support Carlton County Animal Rescue’s foster program and its efforts to build a physical animal shelter. The Seasons of Love Gala was the first-ever fundraiser for the non-profit, which formed in 2022. The gala was held at the Four Seasons Event Center in Carlton. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger was…

Man found dead near Wisconsin Point

September 24, 2025

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The body of a 53-year-old man was found near Wisconsin Point early Wednesday morning. According to officials at 1:39 a.m. Wednesday morning, officers responded to a report of a man lying in the road with a bicycle near Moccasin Mike Road and Wisconsin Point Road. Officers then gave aid to the man, who was not breathing and…

Injured Man Rescued in Boundary Waters

September 24, 2025

KQDS Staff,

BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn. — A man has been rescued from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness after suffering an injury to the leg from an axe. Around 6:30 p.m. on September 23, the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office received an SOS notification regarding the injured man. A tourniquet and bandaging had been used to stop the bleeding. The injured man…

‘Seasons of Love’ Gala to Help Fund New Animal Shelter in Carlton County

September 23, 2025

KQDS Staff,

CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. — If you love supporting animals, there’s a big fundraising event happening Saturday to help build an animal shelter for Carlton County Animal Rescue. The “Seasons of Love” event is Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Four Seasons Event Center in Carlton. Doors open at 6 p.m., but VIP ticket holders get extra fun starting at 5 p.m….

Fall Fest Returns At Chester Bowl For 41st Year

September 22, 2025

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DULUTH, Minn. — The 41st annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest brought out one packed crowd Saturday. Local food, artists, crafts and live music were all there. Donations were accepted to help Chester Bowl’s cause to allow kids the chance to go to their winter and summer camps. From pizza and beer, to bunnies and tie-dying shirts, the weekend brought something…

Dozens Turn Out For Annual ‘Walk To End Alzheimer’s’ In Duluth

September 22, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Walk to End Alzheimer’s brought out families, caregivers and people affected by the disease over the weekend in Duluth. Walkers were there to help raise money to find a cure for the disease. They carried flowers that symbolized the different ways the Alzheimer’s touches their lives. But one color was missing, and that is the driving…

Bong Veterans Center Remembers POW/MIA During Recognition Day

September 19, 2025

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is currently hosting an event to honor the nation’s prisoners of war and those missing in action. The event, which runs from Sept. 19, to Sept. 21, will feature a “Missing Man Table,” a ceremonial tribute to remember POWs, MIAs, and fallen service members. Members from the American Legion Post…

1 dead in Ashland County car crash

September 17, 2025

KQDS Staff,

TOWNSHIP OF CHIPPEWA, Wis. — One person is dead after a single-car crash in Ashland County. According to officials, the crash was first reported around 10:20 a.m. Tuesday morning on State Highway 13 near Amsler Road in the Township of Chippewa. Upon arrival, first responders found the sole driver of the car dead. The cause of the crash is still…

Police: Man Shoots Through Downtown Duluth Business During Burglary

September 15, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A 36-year-old man is accused of shooting out the front glass door of a downtown Duluth business before stealing items inside. According to officials, on Sunday at 1:20 a.m., they responded to reports of a burglary at Namasté Gifts and Healing on the corner of 4th Avenue and West Superior Street. Once on scene, police found broken…

3 Arrested After Fight Outside Downtown Duluth Bars

2 Men, 1 Teen Arrested Following Brawl Outside Downtown Duluth Bars

September 15, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Two men and one teenage boy were arrested early Saturday morning following a large fight outside two downtown Duluth bars. According to the Duluth Police Department, officers responded to a disturbance at Aces and Spurs around 1:30 a.m. near the corner of 1st Avenue West and 1st Street. Upon arrival, officers encountered multiple fights underway. Three males,…

1 Dead, Suspect Arrested In Fatal Hit-And-Run In Duluth

September 11, 2025

KQDS Staff,

UPDATE: The Duluth Police Department has arrested a 35-year-old man from Superior on preliminary charges of Criminal Vehicular Operation in Thursday’s fatal hit-and-run investigation. The victim is identified as 37-year-old Mathias Turbes. DULUTH, Minn. — A 37-year-old man is dead after a hit and run in Gary New Duluth Thursday morning. According to officials, at around 6:30 a.m., police…

1 dead at Duluth Federal Prison Camp

September 8, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — One person has died at a Duluth Federal Prison Camp(FPC) on Monday. According to officials at 8:30 a.m., they found 60-year-old Terrance Wayne Buescher unresponsive at the FPC Life-saving measures were given by officials and EMS, but Buescher was subsequently pronounced dead. Officials say no employees or other prisoners were injured and there is no danger to…

Hibbing standoff ends with man in custody

September 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. — A standoff with a man in Hibbing ended with his arrest According to officials Wednesday at around 3:15 p.m., police attempted to arrest a man with outstanding warrants in the 2400 block of 5th Avenue W in Hibbing. When officers made contact with the man, he fled and barricaded himself inside his garage. Officials say he then…

Concrete truck rolls onto parked cars near Damiano Center

September 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A concrete truck has rolled over onto a car near the Damiano Center. According to Officials, at around 8:10 a.m., police responded to a concrete truck that had flipped near the corner of West 4th St and North 2nd Ave West. The truck was driving south on 2nd Avenue West and was unable to stop. Officials say…

Oil spill triggers Coast Guard response in Duluth Harbor

September 3, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — An oil spill in Duluth harbor on Tuesday morning triggered a Coast Guard response and cleanup. The spill occurred at 11 a.m. Tuesday. According to Coast Guard officials, the diesel oil spill happened during a fuel transfer to a ship, where approximately 15-30 gallons of oil were spilled into the port. Officials say the area was…

Fox 21’s Longtime Unofficial Mascot ‘Brewster’ Passed Away

August 28, 2025

KQDS Staff,

NORTHLAND – Some sad news to share as Fox 21’s unofficial mascot, ‘Brewster’, has passed away. Brewster was our own Dan Hanger’s rescue dog, who he found while doing a story for the station back in 2010 and adopted him. The two became inseparable as he brightened up many days and nights in our studio. He was also a face…

1 injured in Cass County shooting

According to authorities, they received a 911 call Thursday morning at around 2:14 a.m. about a possible shooting at a home in the Prescott Housing area in Wilkinson Township.

August 28, 2025

KQDS Staff,

CASS COUNTY, Minn. — One person is seriously injured after a shooting in Cass County. According to authorities, they received a 911 call Thursday morning at around 2:14 a.m. about a possible shooting at a home in the Prescott Housing area in Wilkinson Township. Upon arrival, deputies found a 40-year-old man with serious injuries. Authorities say that an unknown…

Victim named in fatal boat crash on Leech Lake

August 27, 2025

KQDS Staff,

THURSDAY UPDATE. – – The Cass County Sheriffs Office has identified the victim as 59 year old Theresa Kay Cechini from Cass Lake. According to officials, Cechini had a medical emergency before the crash. WALKER, Minn. — One person is dead after a boat crashed into the rocks and shoreline on the south shore of Leech Lake near Walker City…

New Production “Brunch and Bloodshed” Filming in Duluth

August 25, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. –More film productions are coming to Duluth, the latest is called “Brunch and Bloodshed.” It’s a story about a group of friends, who have gathered since high school, they meet every year for brunch, but then, the unexpected happens. Duluth native, Deven Bromme is the film’s Production Supervisor. He’s worked on films all around the country. He says…

Harbor Monsters Day in Duluth

August 25, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Harbor Monsters recently won their second championship in a row. They won ArenaMania II in the Arena League. To celebrate the championship, Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert welcomed the team to the city hall rotunda on Friday, congratulating them and proclaiming it “Harbor Monster Day” in Duluth. “I think its important to use this space as…

Lakeland PBS, Only TV Station In North-Central MN, Facing $1M In Federal Cuts

August 21, 2025

KQDS Staff,

With upcoming cuts to PBS, there could be big changes how our neighbors to the west are getting their news and information. Lakeland PBS is the only television station directly serving north-central Minnesota in the Bemidji and Brainerd-area. They expect to lose more than $1 million due to federal cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. “Our signature service is…

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Excalibur Con Gaming Convention Takes Over DECC

August 18, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Excalibur con a pop culture and tabletop gaming convention was on at the DECC this weekend. Celebrating of all things fantasy, sci fi, comic nostalgia, and nerd culture. Artists and authors selling and showing off their creations. Fans could buy hand-made key chains, compete in tabletop competitions, meet their favorite actors, and participate in auctions and raffles….

Rainy Weekend Didn’t Stop Art In Bayfront Park

August 18, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A little rain and storms didn’t stop the art from flowing at Bayfront Festival Park this weekend. Art in Bayfront Park showcased 100 artists and their creations from woodworking, metalworking, jewelry, and pottery. Vendors did what they could to protect their art from the stormy day. Culinary vendors were also on hand offering specialty teas sauces and…

One Dead in ATV Crash in Arbo Township

August 18, 2025

KQDS Staff,

ARBO, Minn. — One man is dead after an ATV crash in Arbo Township near Grand Rapids. The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call the evening of Sunday, August 17, reporting an ATV crash in the area of Prairie Lake Rd. Upon arrival, first responders located an adult male who had been ejected from an ATV. Despite lifesaving…

Rice Lake Mayor Suzanne Herstad Resigns

July 8, 2025

KQDS Staff,

RICE LAKE, Minn. – Rice Lake Mayor Suzanne Herstad has resigned. In a news release, Mayor Herstad’s resignation letter was quoted saying, “Serving this remarkable community has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together during my time in office, and I leave hopeful in a future of…

Minnesota Lynx Coach Cheryl Reeve Headed to WNBA All-Star Game

Reeve gets the nod as the Lynx have the best record in the WNBA, and she’ll coach Team Clark.

July 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Lynx lead the WNBA with a 15-2 record, and their coach is now a WNBA-All Star. The WNBA announced Thursday night Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve was selected to be on the sidelines for the WNBA All-Star Game. Reeve to coach All-Star Game What we know: The league announced the honor for Reeve after the Lynx beat the Washington…

P.J. Fleck, Gophers Agree to 1-Year Contract Extension

Fleck is 56-39 in eight seasons with the Gophers, including 33-36 in Big Ten play and 6-0 in bowl games.

July 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – P.J. Fleck and the University of Minnesota agreed to a one-year contract extension Thursday that keeps him with the Gophers through the 2030 season. Fleck is entering his ninth season with the Gophers and led them to an 8-5 mark in 2024, which ended with a mayonnaise bath after being Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Fleck is 56-39…

MNA Cancels Proposed Strike Against Aspirus St. Luke’s As Tentative Agreement Nears

July 3, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Nurses Association has cancelled their proposed Unfair Labor Practice strike against Aspirus St. Luke’s as a tentative agreement for a new contract nears. On Thursday, the MNA said “significant movement was made across the bargaining table” following more than 30 hours of negotiations over the past week. Minor details will still be finalized early next…

Timberwolves Take Joan Beringer with No. 17 Pick in NBA Draft

Beringer will have a close friend and mentor to learn from on the Timberwolves in Rudy Gobert, also a native of France.

June 25, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – With the No. 17 overall pick, the Minnesota Timberwolves added one of the top prospects from France Wednesday night in the NBA Draft. The Timberwolves took Joan Beringer, a 6-11, 230-pound center. Who is Joan Beringer? What we know: According to his NBA Draft profile, Beringer was born in Selestat, France. He moved to Strasbourg when he was…

MNA Claims Aspirus-St. Luke’s Walked Away from Negotiations

June 20, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Negotiations between the Minnesota Nurses Association and Aspirus-St. Luke’s have stalled, after MNA claims of Aspirus walking away from the bargaining table. At their final scheduled bargaining session, MNA claims their nurses were met, “not with compromise, but with cuts.” The nurses association then said Aspirus’ proposal would limit sick time, vacation, dental, and health coverage for…

Two People Inducted into Grandmas Marathon Hall of Fame

June 20, 2025

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A longtime board member and a men’s event record holder are both receiving the honor of being two of this year’s Grandmas Marathon Hall of Fame inductees. Dave Malban, a founding board member, and Dominic Ondoro, a 2014 men’s record holder are this year’s Grandmas Hall of Famers. Malban was responsible for making Grandmas Marathon into the…

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According to authorities, they received a 911 call Thursday morning at around 2:14 a.m. about a possible shooting at a home in the Prescott Housing area in Wilkinson Township.

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Reeve gets the nod as the Lynx have the best record in the WNBA, and she’ll coach Team Clark.

Fleck is 56-39 in eight seasons with the Gophers, including 33-36 in Big Ten play and 6-0 in bowl games.

Beringer will have a close friend and mentor to learn from on the Timberwolves in Rudy Gobert, also a native of France.

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