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Strapped for Staff: Northland Restaurants Balance Business, Employee Burnout through Labor Shortage

For some restaurants, it means cutting back on hours of operation while trying to balance the quality of life for the workers they do have.

June 15, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH/CLOQUET, Minn.- From Duluth to smaller cities like Cloquet, restaurants big and small are experiencing the effects of being short on labor. For some, it means cutting back on hours of operation while trying to balance the quality of life for the workers they do have. Just last week, Family Tradition Restaurant in Cloquet has had to close their restaurant…

Strength in the Community Scholarship: Giovani Saldivar

Fox 21 Strength in the Community Scholarship Fund Provides Financial Assistance to Deserving Students in the Fox 21 Viewing Area

June 15, 2021

Site Staff,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, Strength in the Community

Cloquet’s Senior Day Expo Aims to Bring Older Adults Back Out of Isolation

The event aimed to recognize Senior Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

June 15, 2021

Arman Rahman,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Older adults in Cloquet got a day to themselves to party and enjoy the outdoors, as a Senior Day Expo returned for the first time since the pandemic. The event in Veterans Park aimed to recognize Senior Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Arrowhead Transit gave free rides to the event which featured live music, food, and…

101st Annual Day of Remembrance at Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial

June 15, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday marked the 101st annual day of remembrance of three black men, Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Isaac McGhie, who were lynched in 1920 for a crime they did not commit in Downtown Duluth. Every year board members from the memorial organization invites the public in acknowledging the three men who were wrongfully accused of raping a woman….

The Zeitgeist Healthy Hillside Steering Team Holds Wellness Festival

June 15, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Zeitgeist Healthy Hillside Steering Team partnered with local organizations to host an inaugural Wellness Festival in Duluth, offering services to adults and kids. The event was held at the Damiano Center and promoted resources connected to financial assistance, mental health, physical hygiene and wellbeing, and more. The event featured COVID-19 vaccines, portable showers, haircut stations, children’s dental…

Tents and Tables Were Set Up in Canal Park for Grandma’s Marathon

June 15, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Preparations are underway for this weekend’s 45th annual Grandma’s Marathon. Today, near the finish line in Canal Park crews with London Road Party Express Event Services were setting up big tents, tables, and chairs for all the vendors to use on race day. “Being back, getting ready for Grandmas even though COVID–is hopefully over, everyone can do good…

NRRI Looks to Public to Measure Stream Height

June 15, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Since 2017, the Natural Resources Research Institute has placed measurement gauges in streams throughout Duluth and neighboring areas, and now they continue to need your help in tracking this important data. Those participating can text in the height of the water to a national database that uses the recording to study stream behavior and environmental impacts. Organizers says…

Tribute Trees Memorialized Today

June 15, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–The Tribute Tree program continued today, where five different people were memorialized, while another was planted for a person for their work in the community. A member of the program says these events are always touching, “some of the stories are just so heart breaking and touching and I feel very privileged to be a part of helping with…

The Hills Youth and Family Services is Closing After 112 Years

June 15, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– A local Duluth youth treatment center that has helped children and families for 112 years must close its doors. The Hills Center has served as a juvenile residential treatment facility for over 100 years, but in less than a month, they must shut down their operations permanently July 2nd. After the group opened a mental health facility in…

Biden Reveals 9 Ambassador Nominations, Including Duluth Native Thomas Nides

June 15, 2021

Site Staff, KQDS Staff,

(courtesy: United States Department of State) DULUTH, Minn. (Fox) – President Biden unveiled a slate of nominations for nine ambassadorial positions on Tuesday, including a Duluth native to serve as U.S. ambassador to Israel. Thomas Nides, a Morgan Stanley executive and former senior State Department official, has been tapped to hold the key diplomatic post. On Tuesday afternoon, U.S. Senator…

Man Jailed in Fatal Crash at Minneapolis Rally Has Past DWIs

June 15, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minneapolis police say a 35-year-old St. Paul man with multiple convictions for driving while impaired is the driver who plowed into a crowd of demonstrators, killing one and injuring three others. Police say Nicholas Kraus was booked into the Hennepin County jail on suspicion of criminal vehicular homicide. Online jail records…

Traffic Advisories for the 45th Annual Grandma’s Marathon Weekend

June 15, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Motorists can expect a number of road closures and heavier-than-normal traffic as thousands of runners and visitors descend on Duluth and the surrounding area for the 45th annual Grandma’s Marathon this weekend. “We encourage anyone traveling to town for our event to do so as early as possible this week,” Race Director Greg Haapala said. “If you can…

US COVID-19 Deaths Hit 600,000, Equal to Yearly Cancer Toll

June 15, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP) – The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 has topped 600,000, even as the vaccination drive has slashed daily cases and deaths and allowed the country to emerge from the gloom. That’s according to the toll recorded by Johns Hopkins University. The number of lives lost is greater than the population of Baltimore or Milwaukee. It is about equal to…

Midday Update 6-15-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, June 15, 2021

June 15, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Vaccine Requirements: A List of Minnesota Colleges and Universities’ Policies

June 15, 2021

KQDS Staff,

(FOX 9) – The University of Minnesota announced Monday that vaccinations won’t be required for students across its five campuses when school resumes this fall. The policy aligns with the vast majority of Minnesota colleges and universities, which won’t require vaccinations for students when they return this fall. Four institutions will require vaccines for on-campus students next school year and for some…

Landlords Sue To Force End to Minnesota Eviction Moratorium

June 15, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A group representing Minnesota landlords announced a lawsuit Tuesday to force an end to the eviction moratorium imposed by Gov. Tim Walz, saying his order makes it all but impossible for property owners to remove disruptive tenants. The Minnesota Multi Housing Association says the governor’s executive order, which was issued in the early days of…

May Retail Sales Fell 1.3% As Americans Spend Less on Goods

June 15, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Retail sales fell in May, dragged down by a decline in auto sales and a shift by Americans to spend more on vacations and other services instead of goods. Total sales dropped a seasonal adjusted 1.3% in May from the month before, the U.S. Commerce Department said Tuesday. Wall Street analysts expected a smaller decline of…

Morning Update 6-15-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, June 15, 2021

June 15, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Heads of Wisconsin’s Largest School Districts ‘Dismayed’

June 15, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The superintendents of Wisconsin’s five largest school districts are telling members of the Legislature that they’re “dismayed” that $2.3 billion in federal aid is at risk because of low funding for K-12 schools. The heads of the Milwaukee, Madison, Racine, Kenosha, and Green Bay districts urged legislators in a letter sent Tuesday to set aside partisan…

101-Year-Old WWII Veteran Alice Iverson of Two Harbors Honored for Service

Alice Iverson joined the Marine Corps during World War II. Her brother and fiancé were both killed in action.

June 14, 2021

Arman Rahman,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- A 101-year-old World War II veteran was honored by the community and other service men and women today. Alice Iverson joined the Marine Corps during World War II. Her brother and fiancé were both killed in action. Since the war, she worked to build up the VFW and the community center in Two Harbors, among other services…

Lyric Kitchen and Bar Reopens After Being Closed Since Pandemic Began

Management says roughly 35-40 employees, which is about a full staff, returned after being laid off this whole time.

June 14, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A downtown Duluth restaurant which has been closed since the first COVID shutdown reopened Monday. Lyric Kitchen and Bar in the Holiday Center Downtown opened its doors for the first time since last march. Management says roughly 35-40 employees, which is about a full staff, returned after being laid off this whole time. After more than a year…

Clayton, Jackson, McGhie Honored at Burial Site on Eve of 101st Anniversary of Lynching

Many speaking at the gathering Monday also voiced their concern that the lynching isn't taught adequately in schools along with Duluth history.

June 14, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A day before the 101st anniversary of the lynching of Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson and Isaac McGhie,a gathering was held at Park Hill Cemetery– but many also said teaching about the killings as part of Duluth history would also be a good way to honor them, and move toward change. “We honor their lives, we mourn their loss,…

Landscapers Try to Keep Up With Business

June 14, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Local landscapers are facing a worker shortage and CORE Landscaping in Superior say they have been busy this summer, which means they need more workers, but that’s not the only problem they’ve been facing. “Never did we have it this dry in June or May, normally we couldn’t do any landscaping because everything was too wet, normally you…

Hills Youth Services to Close July 2 in Duluth

June 14, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Hills Youth and Family Services in Duluth announced it will close July 2. In a letter the president and CEO cited costs, the “State’s inaction on rate adjustments,” and the COVID-19 pandemic. The group also announced the closure of their East Bethel facility. Below is the full letter from the president and CEO. Dear Friends: It is with…

National Flag Day at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

June 14, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– More than 240 years ago, the United States officially adopted the symbol of freedom with the American flag, that’s why June 14th is known as Flag Day. We stopped by the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center to remember the meaning behind the stars and stripes. “Of the two-dozen or so people in our unit, what it means…

Fire Danger Warnings in the Northland

June 14, 2021

Natalie Noury,

CARLTON, Minn.– Due to the lack of rain and low humidity levels, a high fire danger warning has been issued in much of the Northland, with burning restrictions in place. Portions of Saint Louis, Carlton, and Itasca Counties currently have high fire danger warning and experts are encouraging acute awareness now more than ever as we continue into a dry…

LSC Summer Camps Kick Off for the Season

June 14, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- From robotics to welding, summer camps are back up and running after a yearlong break caused by the pandemic. LSC camp leaders are excited to be back with three in-person camps being offered this summer, including a robotics academy, welding, and computer aided design. The LSC center is also hosting a virtual computer camp. “It’s really exciting when…

Chris Jensen Health and Rehabilitation Center Holds Job Fair

June 14, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Chris Jensen Health and Rehabilitation Center is hosting a job fair this week. Similar to other businesses, the Health and Rehabilitation center is struggling to find employees. They are looking to fill multiple positions in different departments. “I think we’re a great place to work at, a lots of friendly people, usually always fun things going on,”…

Local Dance Studio Kicks Off Summer Camp Series

June 14, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A local dance studio in Superior hosted their first summer camp of the season. Sterling Silver dance studio kicked off their summer camp series with face masks and manicures. Sparkling Spa Summer camp is the first of the ten themed summer camps they have planned. “Most our camps aside from the parade camp are geared for kids ages…

Minnesota Lawmakers Convene Special Session to Finish Budget

June 14, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota lawmakers have returned to unfinished business at the Capitol as they begin a special session to finalize a two-year budget and avert a potential government shutdown at the end of the month. Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman says four of the 13 unresolved budget bills are “completely ready to go.” She says the public…

One Severely Injured in Cloquet Apartment Fire

June 14, 2021

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – One person was severely injured in a Sunday morning apartment fire in Cloquet according to the Cloquet Fire Department. Fire crews responded to the area of 810 Cloquet Avenue around 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning. Upon arrival crews found an apartment filled full of smoke and learned a victim was possibly trapped inside. Firefighters were able to locate…

UK’s Johnson Delays Lockdown Easing for England by 4 Weeks

June 14, 2021

The Associated Press,

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that the next planned relaxation of coronavirus restrictions in England will be delayed by four weeks until July 19, as a result of the spread of the delta variant. In a press briefing Monday, Johnson said he is “confident that we won’t need more than four weeks” as millions of…

Former NFL Player, Poplar Native, Charged With Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child

June 14, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former NFL football player and Poplar native, Tom Burke, 44, has been arrested and charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct of a 7-year-old girl. According to the criminal complaint, St. Louis County dispatch received a call from a “distraught adult female” in February who said the young victim told her “I need to tell you something that’s…

Midday Update 6-14-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, June 14, 2021

June 14, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, June 14, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

What To Know Leading Up To 45th Grandma’s Marathon

After Being Sidelined Due to COVID-19, Grandma's Marathon Will Take Place In-Person This Year With Safety Protocols in Place

June 14, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s an exciting week for many in the Northland — the 45th Grandma’s Marathon will take place Saturday, June 19. After going virtual in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, event organizers are thrilled to be hosting the marathon and entertainment in-person with safety protocols in place. A handful of volunteers are still needed to help make…

Thinner Mints: Girl Scouts Have Millions of Unsold Cookies

June 14, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Susan Montoya Bryan) (AP) – The Girl Scouts have an unusual problem this year: 15 million boxes of unsold cookies. The 109-year-old organization says the coronavirus shut down in-person sales at cookie booths. “This is unfortunate, but given this is a girl-driven program and the majority of cookies are sold in-person, it was to be expected,” said Kelly Parisi,…

One Seriously Injured in Cass County ATV Crash

June 14, 2021

Site Staff,

CASS COUNTY, Minn. – Authorities say one person was seriously injured in a Saturday evening ATV crash in Cass County. According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of a crash with injuries just after 6:00 p.m. Saturday on the Pikus Forest Road in Smokey Hollow Township in rural Outing, MN. Upon arrival, deputies learned that a…

Justice Official Resigning Amid Uproar Over Dems’ Subpoenas

June 14, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, pool) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department’s top national security official is resigning from his position after revelations that the department secretly seized records from Democrats and members of the media. John Demers will leave his position by the end of next week. That’s according to a Justice Department official who spoke to The Associated Press on…

Minnesota Court Affirms Approval of Line 3 Oil Pipeline

June 14, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Monday affirmed state regulators’ key approvals of Enbridge Energy’s Line 3 oil pipeline replacement project, in a dispute that drew over 1,000 protesters to northern Minnesota last week. A three-judge panel ruled 2-1 that the state’s independent Public Utilities Commission correctly granted Enbridge the certificate of need and route permit that…

Morning Update 6-14-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, June 14, 2021

June 14, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, June 14, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Police: Vehicle Plows Into Minnesota Protesters, Killing 1

June 14, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A woman was killed and another person was injured after being struck by a car during a protest in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood where a Black man was fatally shot earlier this month during an arrest attempt, police said Monday. The suspect was pulled from his vehicle by protesters after the 11:39 p.m. Sunday crash; was taken into police custody…

Duluth Goat Yoga Provides ‘a little escape from reality’ at New Location

Goat yoga came to Duluth in 2020, operating outside different breweries in the Northland.

June 13, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- After starting last year as a pop up activity throughout the Northland, Duluth Goat Yoga is back with the grand opening of its new permanent outdoor studio this weekend. “It’s yoga-optional, people mostly come for the goats,” said founder Angela Abernathy. In a tranquil grove of trees on Hegberg Road near Minnesota 61, people gathered for the unique…

Trader’s Village Continues at Douglas County Fairgrounds

More than 50 vendors brought their vintage, new, farmed, and handmade items.

June 13, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Douglas County Fairgrounds in Superior were packed with baubles and knick-knacks this weekend for its third monthly Trader’s Village market. More than 50 vendors brought their vintage, new, farmed, and handmade items, among others with stands indoors and outdoors. A petting zoo was also available for kids to enjoy. Organizers say it’s a great way to showcase…

Sailors Take Advantage of Windy Wavy Lake Superior Sunday

It was also open sailing out of the Duluth Superior Sailing Association's dock on Park Point.

June 13, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Sunday’s sunny windy weather was perfect for people to get out on the water and sail. The Aerial Lift Bridge’s horn greeted all the boats coming back underneath her, after a windy day racing around the water. It was also open sailing out of the Duluth Superior Sailing Association’s dock on Park Point. Sailors Zachary Latimore and Laura…

1st Annual Joker Poker Run Raises Awareness for Iron Range Hit and Run Victim

June 13, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

VIRGINIA, Minn.– Up on the Iron Range, Scotty Christensen was killed in a hit and run accident in October of 2016. As the family looks for answers nearly five years later, they found a way to honor his life Sunday. The first annual Scotty Christensen Joker Poker Run took place in Virginia on Sunday. Organized by Scotty’s mother Rita Licari….

Man Hurt From Water Skiing Accident

June 13, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

REMER, Minn. — A man was injured in a water skiing accident on Friday on Long Lake, in the Inguadona Township. According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, the 24-year-old who was water skiing behind the boat lost control , and then hit his head and lost consciousness as he went into the water. The family and friends with him…

Rip Current Warning For Park Point Beaches Issued Until Monday Morning

June 13, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department issued a red flag warning on Sunday afternoon, alerting the public that it’s too dangerous to swim at the Park Point beaches due to the risk of rip currents. The warning expires on Monday at 10 a.m. The red flag warning signifies that the intensity of the waves and wind can cause rip…

City of Duluth Helping Recruit Women, People of Color for CDL Training

With highway heavy construction projects like the Twin Ports Interchange in the area drivers are needed for equipment delivery and dump trucks.

June 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Women and people of color in Duluth are being urged to apply for construction jobs requiring a commercial driver’s license as the nationwide hiring shortage hits that industry. With a grant from the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Workforce Development is ramping up recruitment to get women and people of color into CDL classes. With highway heavy construction projects…

Bong Airport Holds First-Ever Community Open House

June 12, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– It was a busy day at the Bong Airport in Superior as all hangers have opened up at the airport to give the community a look into the sky. The first ever Bong Airport Open House took place Saturday. Building on a tradition set by the Commemorative Air Force Lake Superior Squadron. “The whole idea is to get…

New Ropes Course Opens in Cloquet

June 12, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

CLOQUET, Minn.– For those who want an active course, High Ropes Minnesota opened to the public today in Cloquet. The 5-pole, 12 element course has two levels for climbers to navigate with guides along the way to help. No matter how much ropes experience you have, operators say the course is for kids and adults of all ages. “A lot…