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Arson Suspected in String of 6 Sawyer County Fires

Sawyer County Sheriffs release surveillance video while appealing to public for information

November 27, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – Sawyer County Sheriffs released a short surveillance video on Wednesday, showing an individual seen near one of the fire locations. Sawyer County Sheriffs are appealing to the public for information regarding a string of suspected arsons. Six structure fires were reported in the last week, all clustered near Exeland, Radisson, and Birchwood Townships. The first fires date…

CASDA Launches ‘Give the Gift of Healing’ Silent Auction

November 27, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– In Superior, there’s an opportunity to help victims and survivors of abuse though the “Give the Gift of Healing” fundraiser. The virtual silent auction goes live on Black Friday. CASDA is a clinic in Superior that helps victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Funds raised through this event will help support the shelter’s operations as they…

Fr. John Petrich Recognized for Significant Service

November 27, 2024

Emily Halling, Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn. — For a career described as “behind the scenes work” Fr. John Petrich provided years of support as a chaplain for officers, and the public, after overcoming troubling events. “In the last 34 years, we can name off all of the major kind of catastrophe-things that have happened in the St. Louis County, and many of us were…

Chester Bowl Announces New Donation Match Opportunity For Chalet Renovations

November 27, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Chester Bowl has announced a donation match opportunity to help with the expansion and renovation of their Chalet. It’s part of the campaign Growing Up Chester. An anonymous donor who is looking to inspire giving in others, will now through January 15, 2025, match up to $50,000. That gives Chester 50 days to raise $50,000 through community…

AFSCME Rally Food and Fund Drive

November 26, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– AFSCME union members collected food donations for Second Harvest Northland today outside Duluth city hall, while rallying for a fair contract with the city. AFSCME represents hundreds of City of Duluth employees. They have been calling for fair wages and better benefits and working conditions. Today’s rally came ahead of a meeting with city administration today. “You know…

Cannabis Ordinance Passes in St. Louis County

County Commissioners Prepare for Commercial Cannabis

November 26, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County is preparing for commercial cannabis, passing an ordinance establishing regulations at Tuesday’s meeting. County commissioners heard public comment Tuesday on Ordinance #68, which aims to regulate in-public use and create an infrastructure for zoning and licensing requirements of cannabis businesses. In a 6-1 vote, with Commissioner Ashley Grimm voting opposed, the “Cannabis Ordinance” will…

Officers Assaulted, Student Arrested After Fight At Denfeld High School

November 26, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A fight at Denfeld High School Tuesday ended with one student arrested and officers assaulted. A school resource officer responded to help staff members try to separate the students. During the chaotic scene, one staff member and two officers were assaulted, according to a police spokesperson. Three other staff members suffered the effects of a chemical irritant,…

Duluth Bridgeman’s Offering Thanksgiving Meals To-Go

November 26, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Bridgeman’s is once again offering Thanksgiving meals to go. A meal includes fresh baked turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, roasted vegetables, a dinner roll, and dessert. All meals are fully cooked and ready to reheat at home. These meals are great for those who don’t have somewhere to go or just don’t feel like cooking a whole…

Tim Walz Accepts Turkey Presentation As He Eases Back Into His Duties As Minnesota’s Governor

November 26, 2024

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — As feathers flew, Tim Walz accepted the symbolic presentation of a turkey Tuesday as he eases back into his duties as Minnesota’s governor following the Harris-Walz ticket’s defeat in the presidential election. Unlike the Minnesota-grown turkeys that President Joe Biden pardoned at the White House on Monday, Walz didn’t pardon this turkey, he said, “because in Minnesota we know…

Lincoln Park Middle School Students Learn About STEM Career Field

November 26, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — An event inspiring students to look into a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field took place on Monday. The Lincoln Park Middle School in Duluth hosted a STEMpathy Career Fair. 6th and 7th graders learned from local professionals about their career paths. Representatives from Essentia and Aspirus-St. Luke’s, a forensic scientist, and different engineering companies were in…

Cooking Connection: Chicken Wellington with Chef Chris at Ledge Rock Grille

November 26, 2024

Maria Vollom,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — If turkey isn’t your preferred choice for Thanksgiving, why not try Chicken Wellington instead? Fox 21’s Maria Vollom joined Chef Chris to prepare the dish at Ledge Rock Grille ahead of the holiday. The restaurant will be hosting a Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 28, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Cooking Connection, Minnesota,…

Coffee Conversation: Local Music Duo North of Montgomery Performs

November 26, 2024

Maria Vollom,

Northland — The local musical duo North of Montgomery, featuring Ava and Kaleb, appeared live on Fox 21’s morning newscast on Tuesday, November 26, for an interview and performance. Stay connected with North of Montgomery on all social media platforms. Catch their next performance at SandRocks in Sandstone on December 5 at 6 PM. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News…

Fundraiser Helps Local Musician Recovering From Extensive Surgeries

November 26, 2024

Ethan Battle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Clyde Iron Works was filled with the buzzing sounds of community this weekend. It was all for the Mula$ for Marv Fundraiser. Marv is a drummer known by the people of the Northland for his continued community engagement and now the gesture is being returned as Mula$ for Marv hopes to raise enough money to pay for…

Judge Halts Lottery in Office of Cannabis Management Lawsuits

Lawsuits filed this weekend, against OCM, put another pause on the state's commercial cannabis industry

November 25, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – Another roadblock, as Minnesota attempts to build a regulated commercial cannabis industry. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed the bill legalizing recreational marijuana in May of 2023, and by that fall, individual use for adults 21 and older, went into effect. Attempts to get the commercial industry off the ground, however, by the state’s regulatory body, the Office…

Former Duluth Youth Pastor Sentenced in 2 of 5 Cases

Jackson Michael Gatlin pled guilty to sexual assaulting children, while he served as a youth pastor from the Duluth Vineyard Church

November 25, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. -A former youth pastor for Duluth’s Vineyard Church, was sentenced to 13 years in prison Monday, after entering a guilty plea earlier this month. Jackson Michael Gatlin, 36, of Duluth, was a former youth pastor for Vineyard Church, where he sexually assaulted five girls from the congregation. On Monday, Gatlin was sentenced to 13 years in prison in…

CHUM Distributes Thanksgiving Boxes

November 25, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– For over a decade, CHUM has pitched in to help as many people as possible to make sure they have a Thanksgiving meal they deserve. For the season of giving, CHUM has prepared 100 Thanksgiving boxes filled with all of the essentials. There are favorites such as the turkey itself, stuffing, potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and even…

Is Outlook Down? Thousands Of Microsoft 365 Users Report Outage Issues

November 25, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of Microsoft 365 customers worldwide reported having issues with services like Outlook and Teams on Monday. In social media posts and comments on platforms like outage tracker Downdetector, some impacted said that they were having trouble seeing their emails, loading calendars or opening other Microsoft 365 applications such as Powerpoint. Microsoft acknowledged “an issue impacting users…

Joe Biden Begins Final White House Holiday Season With Turkey Pardons For ‘Peach’ And ‘Blossom’

November 25, 2024

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden kicked off his final holiday season at the White House on Monday by issuing the traditional reprieve to two turkeys who will bypass the Thanksgiving table to live out their days in southern Minnesota. The 82-year-old president welcomed 2,500 guests to the South Lawn under sunny skies as he cracked jokes about the fates of “Peach”…

Bentleyville Tour of Lights Opens for 21st Year

November 25, 2024

Ethan Battle,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s that time of year again, Bentleyville Tour of Lights is back open for its 21st year. With parts both old and new they bring back the spirit of Christmas and the people of the Northland are excited to participate. “Just gets me in the spirit, you know, Christmas only comes once a year!” said Abby, a…

CAO: Arizona Firm’s Win For Duluth’s Tourism Marketing Is ‘Tremendously Fair’; Local Finalist Disagrees

In March, Mayor Roger Reinert said he believed Duluth talent was best to tell Duluth's story.

November 24, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Chief Administrative Officer David Montgomery talked publicly Sunday for the first time since the Star Tribune broke the news Friday that a committee he appointed had chosen an Arizona firm to handle Duluth’s next multi-million-dollar tourism marketing contract – something Mayor Roger Reinert said earlier in the year should be handled by Duluth talent. “We feel…

Latest Hells Angels Hearing

Trial dates are still set for at least one defendant, after an evidentiary hearing that saw defense attorneys call 6 witnesses

November 24, 2024

Matt McConico,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – Prosecuting attorneys were largely silent, during an evidentiary hearing on Friday, while the defense continued their pursuit of a dismissal. All four charged members of the Iron Range Hells Angels and their supporters were present in the Virginia courtroom, for the joint hearing of members Anthony Debelak and Eric Newman, who is the only member still in…

On the Farm: Brad the Sheep is Home Safe after Wild Escape

November 24, 2024

Maria Vollom, Paige Hansen,

CARLTON, Minn. — After weeks of suspense, close calls, and multiple failed capture attempts–Brad the sheep is finally back home in Carlton. Brad, the runaway sheep turned local celebrity, returned late Tuesday night, much to everyone’s relief. “I still feel like I’m processing it, but being here today is like “oh year, he’s safe, he’s fine, he doesn’t have to…

Pink Friday Celebrates Women Owned Small Businesses

November 23, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Women owned small businesses are being celebrated over in Superior. It is all part of Pink Friday. This nationwide event takes place annually the Friday before Black Friday encouraging shoppers to shop local ahead of the holidays. This is the 2nd year the Superior Business Improvement District is celebrating this day with many deals and discounts. There…

2024 Deer Hunting Season Begins in Wisconsin

November 22, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Deer hunting is a beloved Midwest tradition that brings families together year after year. “My husband, son and I hunt together. You know, they’re not quite in the area, that’s real important too. You know, I’m really looking forward to it,” said Pat Kukull, owner of Superior Shooter Supply. Many enthusiastic hunters, counting down the days until…

Bentleyville Tour of Lights 2024 Season Starts Saturday

November 22, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — We are just one day away from the start of a popular holiday attraction in the Twin Ports. Bentleyville Tour of Lights happening at Bayfront Festival Park begins Saturday night with Santa flying in by helicopter just before 5pm, and then fireworks from 5:30 to 5:45 p.m. This is the 21st year of the light extravaganza with…

At Least 15 People Are Sick In Minnesota From Ground Beef Tied To E. Coli Recall

November 22, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNESOTA — At least 15 people in Minnesota have been sickened by E. coli poisoning tied to a national recall of more than 167,000 pounds of potentially tainted ground beef, federal health officials said. Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. recalled the meat this week after Minnesota state agriculture officials reported multiple illnesses and found that a sample of the product tested positive…

Coffee Conversation: Benefit Concert & Dinner to Support Local Musician

November 22, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Local music legend Marvin Pomeroy recently underwent major surgery. Now, fellow musicians are rallying together for a benefit event this weekend to help raise funds for his recovery. On Friday, Musician Gina Lee was on the morning newscast to talk more about it. The benefit will be held this Sunday from 12 PM to 6 PM at…

2024 Holiday Craft and Vendor Event in Cloquet

November 22, 2024

Emma Propp,

CLOQUET, Minn. — Community members are all set up for the 2024 Holiday Craft and Vendor Event in Cloquet this weekend. The event starts Friday at 9 a.m. at the Cloquet Armory and Pinetree Plaza. Attendees will find handmade items, crafts, holiday gifts from local artisans, and food trucks. There will be free shuttle service between each location. The same…

Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce Reflects on 2024

November 21, 2024

Emily Halling,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.– The Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce recognized and celebrated volunteers, members, and efforts of this year. Around 200 members gathered at today’s celebration got an overall look to the 2024 year — the successes from businesses in Hermantown, Proctor, Duluth, and Rice Lake. There are now 300 Chamber of Commerce members. A slide show recognized all of the…

16th Annual Give to the Max Day

November 21, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– Today is Give to the Max Day, a day to highlight, and give it your all to local nonprofits. For 16 years now, Give to the Max Day has helped improve the quality of life of local communities. To make that happen, donations are made for Duluth nonprofits. Last year, Give to the Max raised 34.2 million dollars…

Update: Duluth Tourism Marketing Finalist Chosen; Name Announced Dec. 5

November 21, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. (Nov. 21) — The city of Duluth announced Thursday that a special selection committee has determined its finalist for Duluth’s next two-year tourism marketing contract. The top-scoring finalist will be announced at a committee of the whole meeting on Dec. 5 before the council makes a vote to deny or approve during the council meeting Dec. 9. The…

Gaetz Withdraws As Trump’s Pick For Attorney General, Averting Confirmation Battle In The Senate

November 21, 2024

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz withdrew Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general amid continued fallout over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer. The announcement averts what was shaping up to be a pitched confirmation fight that would have tested how far Senate Republicans were willing to go…

UMD Economics Professionals Look at Holiday Shopping Trends

November 21, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — With holiday shopping underway, professors at UMD are looking at how the economy may affect trends this year. The Director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research for UMD says inflation levels have lowered to pre-pandemic levels of about 2% this year. Wages have increased faster than the rate of inflation so the average household may…

Coffee Conversation: Holiday Budgeting Tips; Make the Most of Your Money

November 21, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are bracing for an increase in expenses. To help us navigate this busy time without breaking the bank, Amanda Bruggman from Affinity Plus was on the morning newscast Thursday with some valuable advice. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

AGO Brien Starts Remodel of Office with Wall Smashing Ceremony

November 21, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth-based plumbing and heating company is remodeling their office after 90 years. AGO Brien started the reconstruction with what they call a wall smashing ceremony. The remodel of the 1934 office has been in the works for over a year now. The new space will include sound-proofing walls, a new training facility, and a more efficient…

UMD Students Host Pollinator Event

November 20, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — University of Minnesota Duluth’s Helping Hives Club hosted an event Wednesday, getting students thinking about pollinators. The “What’s the Buzz?” event educated students about how they can do their part to support local pollinator animals by native planting. The Helping Hives Club was also selling honey and beeswax wraps, with the funds going towards the campus apiary….

Superior Meats Prepping for Thanksgiving

November 20, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– It’s getting down to crunch time when it comes to getting ready for Thanksgiving, and Superior Meats is getting ready for the big day. Thanksgiving will be here before you know it, and staying on top of your turkey plan is key for a happier, stress-free holiday. Superior Meats will be rolling out the fresh turkeys on Thursday…

Keeping Tabs on Tire Safety for Winter

November 20, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– It’s beginning to feel a lot like winter, and it’s never too early to prepare your car for the ice and snow. With the unpredictable Midwest winters, checking out your car’s tires and making sure they’re safe is crucial for a smooth winter. Discount Tire in Duluth is hard at work to help change tires seeing 24 cars…

Harbor Pointe Credit Union Begins 2nd Annual Tree of Giving

November 20, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s the season of giving and for the second year, Harbor Pointe Credit Union is teaming up with Harbor House Crisis Shelter. The Harbor Pointe Credit Union on West 2nd Street began their tree of giving Tuesday morning. After a successful run last year, the two companies are trying to help as many people as possible to…

Silver Lake Walking Trail Project Completed in Virginia

November 20, 2024

Emma Propp,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — A $1.3 million dollar project is now complete for the City of Virginia. The Silver Lake Walking Trail initially started in 2019. The bridge was a multiple phase project all to create a different way to get to schools, parks, trails, and other areas in Downtown Virginia. Part of the idea is to reduce carbon footprint allowing…

Minnesota DNR To Launch New EagleCam

November 20, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MINNESOTA — The Minnesota DNR is introducing a new eagle camera, that will go live for the first time this Thursday. The new camera will feature a new breeding pair of eagles. The original camera will be in the area as well, occasionally seeing the previously featured pair that lost their nest in 2023. That same pair made a new…

Coffee Conversation: 23rd Veteran Inaugural Gala to Support Military Heroes

November 20, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — On December 6th, 23rd Veteran, a national nonprofit, will host its inaugural Winter Gala at the Greysolon Ballroom in Duluth to support military heroes living with trauma. Board Member Bryan Maslowski and Executive Assistant Sarah Herrick-Smisek joined Fox 21 on the morning newscast Wednesday to talk more about the gala and its mission. The event, designed to…

Brad Is Back! Sheep Safely Captured After Weeks-Long Getaway

The sightings of Brad over the past weeks even caught the attention of Twin Cities media.

November 19, 2024

Dan Hanger,

A multi-county, multi-week search for Brad, the daring sheep on the run from city to city, came to a safe end Tuesday with one story to tell. Midway Township sighting Monday “Oh God. I don’t even feel like it’s real. I don’t think it’s real, but it is,” said Shana Roberts, a volunteer at the Lake County Humane Society in…

Grain Elevator Blast Cause Still Unknown

November 19, 2024

Matt McConico,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Video from a Park Point home’s security camera Monday evening, captures the moment an explosion rocks a grain elevator across the bay. A press release from the Superior Fire Chief Camron Vollbrecht, confirmed the location of the blast as the Viterra Grain Elevator on Connor’s Point. All three of the city’s fire engines responded to the blast…

First Bookstore in 17 Years Opens in Superior

November 19, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– After nearly two decades, the first bookstore in Superior recently opened their doors. The lack of bookstores in the area sparked owner Maria Lockwood to take the leap and open up Foxes and Fireflies. The shop opened up back in October of this year and they’re located at the Superior Business Improvement building. Foxes and Fireflies is homing…

Wildcat Sanctuary Expands Both Acres and Residents

November 19, 2024

Emily Halling,

SANDSTONE, Minn.– Lately, there’s a lot to be excited about at the Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone. The Wildcat Sanctuary recently expanded from 80 acres to 200 acres, when they were able to buy 120 acres of additional land. The Wildcat Sanctuary does not have any plans for the new space. They are using the additional land as a buffer for…

Blue Angels Make Stop in Duluth Ahead of 25th Air Show

The Duluth Air Show celebrates its 25th year this summer, with the Blue Angels scheduled to headline

November 19, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. — This summer marks the 25th year of the Duluth Air Show, and the return of their star performers, the Navy’s Blue Angels. One of the team’s iconic F-18 Super Hornets flew into Duluth Monday afternoon, carrying two team members who are touring and conducting flyovers of future performance sites. A group including Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert and…

KYN: The Sleepy Sparrow Joins Lincoln Park Craft District

November 19, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — Nestled in the Lincoln Park Craft District, The Sleepy Sparrow is eager to open its doors, after a long process of refurbishing the space. “This building is the old VFW building. When I got this space, it was a hot mess. And we had to redo the ceilings, the floors. Everything that you see in here is…

Annual Make a Difference Conference Takes Place in Virginia this Year

November 19, 2024

Emma Propp,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — An event inspiring students to help make a change in their communities took place in Virginia on Monday. The Youth in Action group hosted its annual Make a Difference Conference. The mission of the event is all about educating young people to help through leadership, advocacy and service, all while making a positive change. Over 350 students…

Coffee Conversation: Shop Small This Holiday Season at Apricot Lane

November 19, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — The holiday shopping season is here, and Apricot Lane Duluth is getting ready with three days of discounts: Pink Friday (11/22), Black Friday (11/29), and Small Business Saturday (11/30). Owner Wendy Meyers was on Fox 21’s morning newscast Tuesday to preview the upcoming events and discuss the importance of supporting small businesses during the holiday season. Stay…