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Duluth City Council Approves Projects for Affordable Housing

Seven presentations for affordable housing projects were brought before city council in last night meeting.

May 10, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- Affordable housing continues to be an issue across the country, and Duluth is no exception. Now, Duluth City Council has approved applications for up to 480 units of new affordable housing. Those projects will now go to the state level to determine available funding for each project. Seven projects were presented to Duluth council member last night. The…

$1.5M Bail For Minnesota Woman Accused In Deaths Of 2 Babies

May 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

RED WING, Minn. (AP) — Unconditional bail was set at $1.5 million Tuesday for the Minnesota woman charged with leaving her newborn son to die beside a lake nearly 20 years ago and who authorities say abandoned another infant in the Mississippi River years earlier. Jennifer Matter, 50, appeared in court in Goodhue County via video on two counts of second-degree murder…

Musk Says He Would Reverse Twitter’s Ban Of Donald Trump

May 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

LONDON (AP) — Elon Musk said he will reverse Twitter’s permanent ban of former President Donald Trump if the Tesla CEO follows through with his plan to buy the social media company. Musk, speaking virtually at a Future of the Car summit hosted by the Financial Times, said Twitter’s Trump ban was a “morally bad decision” and “foolish in the…

Jumping Worms In Minnesota: How To Stop The Spread

May 10, 2022

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The University of Minnesota is asking for the public’s help in stopping the spread of the “highly invasive” jumping worm. The U says with summer on the way and more people getting into activities like gardening and fishing, now is the time to make sure you are checking what worms you are using. “Jumping worms are earthworms that…

Pandemic Gets Tougher To Track As COVID Testing Plunges

May 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

ASSOCIATED PRESS — Testing for COVID-19 has plummeted across the globe, making it much tougher for scientists to track the course of the pandemic and spot new, worrisome viral mutants as they emerge and spread. Experts say testing has dropped by 70 to 90% worldwide from the first to the second quarter of this year — the opposite of what…

Tuesday’s Lunchtime Update

May 10, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Water Is Flowin’ At Gooseberry Falls State Park

May 10, 2022

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

With the spring melt and recent rainfall, the water is now flowing — or even gushing — at Gooseberry Falls State Park in Lake County. FOX 21’s Nathaneil LeCapitaine takes you there! Categories: Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News

Coffee Conversation: North Shore Scenic Railroad Revs Up For Season

May 10, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The North Shore Scenic Railroad is revving up for the season, especially National Train Day this Saturday, May 14. Click the videos below for a conversation with NSSR Station Master Josh Miller and Executive Director Ken Buehler. And for everything trains, visit duluthtrains.com. Part 1: Part 2: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest…

MN Ovarian Cancer Alliance ‘Disappointed’ New Lift Bridge Lighting Policy Won’t Include Requests

The Lift Bridge will be lit for nine national holidays/special days decided by Mayor Emily Larson's administration. Enger Tower will accept public requests.

May 10, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – One of the most vocal organizations in support of lighting Duluth’s Lift Bridge for special causes is “disappointed” Mayor Emily Larson’s new policy still restricts that from becoming a reality after public scrutiny on her prior policy. It was late Friday when Larson released the new policy, which will light the iconic structure for nine national holidays…

KYN VIDEO: Talking With The Owner Of Oasis Del Norte

May 9, 2022

Site Staff,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News

Essentia Leaders, Employees Get Sneak-Peek Inside New Cloquet Urgent Care Clinic Opening Next Week

Patients will be welcomed into the urgent care clinic next Monday, with a ribbon-cutting planned for May 23rd.

May 9, 2022

Arman Rahman,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Essentia leaders and employees got a sneak peek Monday of the hospital’s 73rd clinic to open up in the Northland region — a new Urgent Care clinic in Cloquet. The new 7,600 square foot urgent care facility has been in the works since 2019, but the pandemic delayed moving ahead to late 2020 and early last year. Now…

Life House In Need Of $10k More For Recording Studio For Homeless, At-Risk Youth

Life House Duluth purchased a building right across 1st avenue they're calling the “Imaginarium.”

May 9, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn-. A new music recording studio could soon come to Duluth’s Hillside, but this one hopes to provide an outlet for homeless and at-risk youth. Life House Duluth purchased a building right across 1st Avenue they’re calling the “Imaginarium.” They raised $20,000 from a Mental Health Action Concert last month. They only need $10,000 more to turn the basement…

Applications Due Soon For Bong Center’s Veterans Fishing Trip To BWCA

May 28th is when applications have to be sent online or at the museum for this year's fishing trip.

May 9, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The deadline is nearing for veterans to apply for a free fishing trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, compliments of the Richard I. Bong Veteran’s Historical Center in Superior. May 28th is when applications have to be sent online or at the museum for this year’s fishing trip. About 6 veterans of any age, or active…

Fugitive Inmate Captured After Manhunt, Ex-Jail Officer Dead

May 9, 2022

The Associated Press,

ASSOCIATED PRESS — A former Alabama jail official has died after shooting herself when she and the murder suspect she was accused of helping to escape were captured Monday in Indiana after more than a week on the run, according to officials. The capture ended the manhunt through three states but did not resolve the mystery of why Vicky White,…

Split Rock Lighthouse Shutting Down For Two Days After Lightning Strikes Property

May 9, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — A lightning strike hit the Split Rock Lighthouse property in Two Harbors on Monday, causing the site to close down for the next two days to assess the damage. Fortunately, no one was hurt and none of the historic buildings on the property were damaged. The lightning strike hit a tree in the parking lot, with…

National Weather Service Advise Summer Severe Weather

You can follow NWS Duluth's updates on their website and social media pages.

May 9, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- As we push into May, the snowstorms are no longer looming in the forecast, but thunderstorms are becoming more frequent and can range in how intense they are. The National Weather Service here in Duluth tracks those storms in our region of Minnesota and Wisconsin. A lot of people and organizations rely on the updates, such as residents,…

Winterquist Elementary Celebrates ‘Be The Yellow Day’

The special day was inspired by the children's book Yellow by Adam Peterson.

May 9, 2022

Cam Derr,

ESKO, Minn.- Yellow is often a color associated with happiness, and today students at one local elementary school are celebrating kindness by wearing yellow, an idea inspired by a children’s book author. Winterquist Elementary school in Esko decorated hallways and classrooms in the color yellow to get in the mood. Retiring kindergarten teacher Kari Knutson organized the special day after…

Benedictine Living Community Celebrates Skilled Nursing Care Week

The week of recognition was started by the American Health Care Association and has been going on since 1967.

May 9, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week is National Skilled Nursing Care Week and Benedictine Living Community in Duluth designed an interactive week for residents and staff to celebrate. The week of recognition was started by the American Health Care Association and has been going on since 1967. This years theme is “Creating and Nurturing Connections.” Benedictine organizers say they urge anyone to…

Sheriff: Ex-Jail Official, Inmate She Helped Escape Caught

May 9, 2022

The Associated Press,

ASSOCIATED PRESS — A former Alabama jail official and the murder suspect she is accused of helping escape from custody were apprehended Monday in Indiana after more than a week on the run, law enforcement officials said. Lauderdale County Sheriff Rick Singleton of Alabama said the two fugitives were caught near Evansville, Indiana, after U.S. Marshals pursued their pickup truck….

Earth Rider’s North Tower Stout Selected as 2022 World Beer Cup Gold Medal Winner in Oatmeal Stout Category

The World Beer Cup, which is the largest beer competition in the world, had more than 10,000 entries from nearly 2500 breweries across 57 countries.

May 9, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Over the weekend, Earth Rider Brewery took home a special honor for one of their brews. The North Tower Stout was named the 2022’s World Beer Cup gold medal winner in the oatmeal stout category. The World Beer Cup, which is the largest beer competition in the world, had more than 10,000 entries from nearly 2500 breweries…

Minnesota Fishing Opener Happening This Weekend

With the weather looking nice for this weekend, Fisherman's Corner says they're just starting to get busy and see people getting their boats out as they prepare to start the season.

May 9, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – After Wisconsin held its fishing opener this past weekend, Minnesotans are now getting ready to hit the lakes this weekend. Although the weather looks promising on Saturday and Sunday, the dragged-out winter slowed down preparations. Fisherman’s Corner says they’re just starting to get busy and see people getting their boats out. They added that a concern of…

Miniature Therapy Horses Visit Duluth Edison Charter School’s Raleigh Academy

On Monday, the students got to learn more about how to take care of them, groom them and act around them while the students will read a book to the horses on Wednesday.

May 9, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week, students at the Duluth Edison Charter School’s Raleigh Academy get to spend time with some special visitors. Miniature therapy horses from Rocky Run are visiting the school as part of the miniature horse outreach program. Over the past week, students have been learning more about horses and practicing their ready to get ready for these…

Duluth Man Arrested For Possession Of Child Pornography

May 9, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A 57-year-old Duluth man was arrested on fifteen counts of possessing child pornography last Friday, according to Duluth police. Agents with the Internet Crimes Against Children task force, along with the DPD, arrested the man at his home on the 5700-block of Tioga Street just after 2 p.m. on Friday afternoon. The case has been building for…

57-year-old Duluth Man Arrested for Allegedly Possessing Child Pornography

The investigation began over a year ago from multiple cybertips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

May 9, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Police Officers arrested a 57-year-old man living in the Lakeside Lester Park neighborhood Friday, accusing him of 15 counts of possession of child pornography. According to a spokesperson with the Duluth Police Department, around 2:10 p.m. Friday, investigators with the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force arrested the 57-year-old for 15 counts of Possession of Pornographic…

Memorial Blood Centers In Duluth Announces “Blood Emergency”

May 9, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Memorial Blood Centers has hit critically low levels of blood donations and announced a “blood emergency” in a press release on Monday. The MBC says its supplies are down so much, it only has enough type O blood and platelets to cover the need for one to two days, with its general supply able to cover…

UW-Superior Baseball Player Making Most of Senior Season Following Scary Medical Incident

The summer after his freshman season, David Dibble's heart stopped twice while helping in the bullpen and he was told he could never play sports again. Now, he's enjoying a final season playing for the Yellowjackets.

May 9, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The COVID-19 pandemic caused plenty of issues for spring athletes, but it did grant college athletes an extra year of eligibility. And for one UW-Superior baseball player, that’s given him another chance to defy the odds and play the sport that he loves. There are few moments that David Dibble enjoys more than being out on the…

Monday’s Lunchtime Update

May 9, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Dog, 2 Cats Killed In House Fire Near Aurora

May 9, 2022

Dan Hanger,

A family’s dog and two cats are dead after a devastating house fire near Aurora. The Northland FireWire says the fire broke out around 4:30 p.m. Sunday on the 5200 block of East Bodas Road in the Palo area. The house was engulfed in flames when the first crews arrived on the scene. Multiple agencies responded. Nobody was injured, other…

Monday Update: Duluth Man Turns Self In After 6-Hour Standoff, Domestic Shooting Incident

May 9, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – (Monday Press Release) At approximately 5:54 p.m., Duluth Police Officers were dispatched to the 700 block of E 1st St for sounds of shots fired. Initial information received from the victim stated a male, later identified as 36-year-old Duluth resident Valentino Dodge, was inside the residence on the 700 block of E 1st St after having a domestic…

Duluth’s ‘Kingdom of Smelt’ Welcomes Spring with Magic Smelt Run Parade’s Return to Lakewalk

The event came back to paint the Lakewalk silver after a two-year hiatus.

May 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The glint of silver on the Lakewalk means one of the most Duluth experiences of the year is back, signaling the end of winter with the Magic Smelt Run Parade. “And bring some great cheer, for the magnificent Smelt Queen will soon be here!” bellowed King Neptune, Jim Ouray in Canal Park. Who else could part the clouds…

Engwall Flowers Busy for Mother’s Day Week

Starting Tuesday florists say they were doing 200 to 300 deliveries daily.

May 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Business was in full bloom this Mother’s Day week at Engwall Flowers. Starting Tuesday florists at the store on Matterhorn Drive by the Miller Hill Mall say they were doing 200 to 300 deliveries daily. They say this year they saw a lot more people wanting their flowers delivered early. Of course, things slowed down today but they…

Mother’s Day Celebrated in Duluth

May 8, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Mother’s day is a day to a celebrate and honor the wonderful women in our lives, and a few local spots are doing what they can to help make the day special for families. Flowers, sandwiches, and tea filled the halls of the Merryweather Inn in Duluth as they hosted their first mother’s day tea for families…

Gaelynn Lea Wraps Up Duluth Homegrown Music Festival

May 8, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A successful rebound is what you could call this year’s Homegrown after not having it in person the last two years. The week was a huge success in the Twin Ports and the cherry on top was a last performance on Sunday by Gaelynn Lea at the Duluth Public Library Plaza. She had just returned from New…

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Duluth Police Surround Area Of East First Street After Report Of Shots Fired

May 8, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police are asking the public to stay away from the 700-block of East First Street after a report came in that shots were fired in the area. Residents living nearby have been evacuated until its safe to return. The call came in just before 6 p.m. on Sunday. The DPD’s teams for tactical response and crisis…

AP Analysis Finds Growing Number Of Poor, High-Hazard Dams

May 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

Constructed four generations ago, the massive rock and clay dam at El Capitan Reservoir is capable of storing over 36 billion gallons of water, enough to supply every resident in San Diego for most of a year. Today, it’s three-quarters empty, intentionally kept low because of concerns it could fail under the strain of too much water. During “a big…

Jill Biden Pays Surprise Visit to Ukraine, Meets First Lady

May 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Susan Walsh, Pool) UZHHOROD, Ukraine (AP) – Jill Biden spent several hours in Ukraine on Sunday, driving from the border with Slovakia to a town 10 minutes away to see first lady Olena Zelenska on Mother’s Day. Biden is the latest high-profile American to enter Ukraine during the war, while Zelenska’s public appearance was her first since Russia invaded…

Opening Day of Wisconsin Fishing Season Slower Than Normal

May 7, 2022

Natalie Noury,

LAKE NEBAGAMON, Wis. — It’s a beautiful day to get out on the water for the opening day of fishing season in Wisconsin. Anglers were excited to cast their lines out on Lake Nebagamon Saturday, launching their boats in the water for the first day of the fishing season. Despite the sun and blue skies, below freezing temps early in…

Homegrown’s Kickball Classic Pits Friday Musicians V. Saturday Musicians

After 7 late nights of rocking live music, organizers say this was the perfect event for all ages to chill out.

May 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Homegrown continued Saturday with a tradition not entirely all about music – but about kickball. More than 100 people came out to watch the Homegrown Kickball Classic at Chester Bowl Park. The game was between the Friday Homegrown musicians and those that played Saturday. After 7 late nights of rocking live music, organizers say this was the perfect…

Amnicon Falls Drawing in Crowds on Spring Saturday

May 7, 2022

Natalie Noury,

SOUTH RANGE, Wis. — The beautiful spring day Saturday had people taking advantage of the several state parks in the area. The recent ice melt made it the perfect time to stop by for some fishing walk the trails with family, or take pictures of the waterfall. “Into The Wild We Go” takes photographers on excursions to snap some shots…

Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox Church Gyro Sale Returns

From noon until 5 the church turned out hundreds of gyros, Greek salads, baklava, and more.

May 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Well if you wanted a little taste of Greece Saturday, the Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Duluth’s Hillside had your fix with the return of their gyro sale. From noon until 5 the church turned out hundreds of gyros, Greek salads, baklava, and more. Organizers said proceeds will be used to benefit local charities from the Damiano…

North Country Ride Celebrates 40 Years With Derby Gala

May 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- North Country Ride celebrated 40 years of horseback riding-driven therapy for the special needs population with a Derby Gala at the Buffalo Junction in Duluth. The non-profit organization held a silent auction and dinner. And while the Kentucky Derby was happening Saturday, they also had their own run for the roses. North Country Ride uses horseback riding as…

2022 UMD Bulldogs In-Person Commencement Ceremony

May 7, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Graduation season is upon us again in the northland and for UMD students it’s an extra special end to their college careers with commencement today in person for the first time since 2019. 2,500 Bulldog students got their names called and walk across the stage at AMSOIL Arena. It was a bittersweet day for them, and for…

Windy Dry Conditions Pose Wildfire Dangers in Parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin

May 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

Saturday’s high winds and dry conditions are posing dangers of wildfires in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. In Wisconsin, the state Department of Natural Resources has listed 52 counties in the “very high risk” category for fires, mostly in northern areas. Eight counties are listed as “high risk” and all other counties are at “moderate risk.” Officials said high winds, dry…

New Salty Dog Reflects On Playing On DTA Trolley For Homegrown

May 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been two years since acts have been able to play in person for the Homegrown Music Festival, and one venue in particular had people rocking between bars. The New Salty Dog played on the DTA trolley Thursday night for Homegrown’s Superior night. The band was happy to be back for their 2nd time on the bus…

Lake Superior College Holds Spring Open House

Educators hoped it would allow interested students to get a real feel of what it would be like if they chose LSC.

May 6, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Friday, Lake Superior College let prospective students stop by for an open house. They learned about the different programs, visited labs and met instructors for the more hands-on career programs the college offers, ranging from nursing to automotive to cybersecurity. Educators hoped it would allow interested students to get a real feel of what it would…

Biden: US Sending Another $150M in Assistance for Ukraine

May 6, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci) President Joe Biden on Friday authorized the shipment of another $150 million in military assistance for Ukraine for artillery rounds and radar systems in its fight against Russia’s invading forces. Biden says the latest spending means his administration has “nearly exhausted” what Congress authorized for Ukraine in March and called on lawmakers to swiftly approve a more…

Mayor Larson Releases New Lighting Policy for Lift Bridge, Enger Tower After Public Scrutiny

May 6, 2022

Arman Rahman,

Duluth’s Lift Bridge DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Mayor Emily Larson says the lights on the Aerial Lift Bridge once again will change colors for specific holidays in her updated lighting policy. It comes after she faced heavy public scrutiny two months ago for the previous policy that did not accept any special requests to light the bridge in different colors….

Hartley Nature Center Expansion

May 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — We got an inside look at the new multimillion dollar building expansion of Duluth’s Hartley Nature Center. This $2.9 million dollar project was outlined in the 2014 Hartley Park Master Plan. It features new restrooms, community gathering centers, parking, and park-wide signage. The classrooms will also be upgraded to help nurture the educational component of their operations….

Grandmothers for Peace Call for End to Ukraine War This Mother’s Day

May 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — As Mother’s Day approaches and the war in Ukraine rages on local activists with the Grandmothers for Peace want to call on women across the world to unite and re enforce the importance of peace. In 1870, a writer, Julia Ward Howe wrote the ‘Mother’s Day Proclamation’, which was a call to action asking mothers to come forward…

Jay Cooke State Park Busy as Spring Weather Begins

Jay Cooke is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

May 6, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

CARLTON, Minn. – With it continuing to get nicer outside, it’s becoming the perfect time of the year to visit Jay Cooke State Park. The park was opening during the winter but now the snow is melting, the river and waterfalls are flowing and more people are stopping by. The park also allows camping and says reservations have been going…