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Chisholm Police Investigate Home Invasion, Possible Shooting

September 15, 2024

Dan Hanger,

CHISHOLM, Minn. – Chisholm police are investigating a possible shooting that occurred during a home invasion. The incident was reported around 8:30 p.m. Saturday during an altercation with some armed suspects. Police said two people were forcibly entered a residence on the 400 block of Central Avenue South. One of the suspects had a handgun and the other had a…

Gov. Walz Brings Dems’ 2024 Campaign Through Northland

Govenor tries to go "from Midwest nice to Midwest vice"

September 15, 2024

Matt McConico,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Minnesota Governor, and vice-presidential candidate, Tim Walz brings the 2024 Democratic presidential campaign through the northland. Hundreds of supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz’s journey to the White House, filed into the University of Wisconsin Superior’s Marcovich Wellness Center, yesterday. State and local political figures like Superior’s Mayor Jim Paine, and Wisconsin Secretary…

Vehicle Crashes into Duluth Elementary School Gymnasium

September 13, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — A vehicle crashed into the gym at Myers-Wilkens Elementary Friday, Sept. 13. Thankfully, the gym was empty, and no injuries to students or staff have been reported. However, the two occupants of the vehicle were hospitalized with unknown injuries. What began as a routine school day changed in an instant. Hugh Witzmann, who lives right across…

Friends of Superior Public Library Annual Book Sale

September 13, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — For nearly 22 years, the Friends of the Superior Public Library puts on a book sale to help cater to the local book enthusiasts! The pop-up shop on Friday opened their doors for people to check out their books. The library had to sort through close to 10,000 book donations for this event, as well as future…

Lake Superior Reserve Launches First Buoy

September 13, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — An exciting new addition to the Lake Superior family made its way to the waters. At Wisconsin Point, Lake Superior Reserve deployed their first buoy into the water. The device is solar powered, and they’re eager to introduce this new research opportunity to the Northland. The team positioned the buoy to monitor where the St Louis River,…

Participants Gather At Expo Ahead of 2024 NorthShore Inline Marathon

September 13, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — People were rolling into the DECC on Friday ahead of a big race in Duluth. The 2024 NorthShore expo is part of the NorthShore Inline Marathon. Racers were able to pick up their race packets, check out some of the vendors, and get the chance to meet people from all over who come to participate in this…

Creative Minds Showcase Items in Fruit, Flower, & Vegetable Show

September 13, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — An environmental school in Duluth hosted an event to showcase its creative minds. The annual Fruit, Flower, & Vegetable Show has been a tradition at Stowe Elementary School for over 60 years now. It is a county fair style exhibit where students and staff can bring decorated items and put them on display. Stowe PTA helps put…

Career Fair Season Back On At UMD

September 13, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Career fair season is officially back at UMD. On Thursday STEM-Fest took place on campus. 116 employers including local, regional, and national all available to speak with students. It included different fields from medical, civil engineering and the FBI. The career fair is open to all students. “What’s really exciting is that we see students from their…

Second Harvest Northland Raise Awareness During Hunger Action Month

September 13, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Second Harvest Northland held a public behind the scenes tour on Thursday. It’s all part of their campaign to raise awareness, food, and funds during Hunger Action Month. The support garnered will go towards feeding one in nine Northland neighbors, including over 18,000 children. The organization serves 15 counties across Northeast Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin. As much…

New Owners of Duluth Paper Plant Propose to Expand Facility

September 13, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new company that has taken over the reigns of the vacant paper mill along I-35 and is planning to expand operations. Sofidel American Corp hopes to build four new buildings, adding nearly 600,000 square feet to the infrastructure of the Duluth facility. It would likely double workforce and triple the production plants footprint. The project could…

Vehicle Crashes into Duluth Elementary School Gymnasium

September 13, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — A vehicle crashed into the gymnasium of Myers-Wilkens Elementary School in Duluth this morning, causing significant damage. No injuries to students or staff, but the two occupants of the vehicle were hospitalized for treatment. At around 8:25 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, Duluth Police responded to an incident involving a vehicle that crashed into the gymnasium of Myers-Wilkens…

Driver Injured In T-Bone School Bus Rollover Is Asst. Volleyball Coach At South Ridge

September 12, 2024

Emily Halling, Dan Hanger,

CHERRY TOWNSHIP, Minn.– It was a truly a terrifying school bus ride Thursday morning for students from Cherry School when their bus was t-boned, sending it rolling into a ditch. Twenty-one students were on board when the bus rolled and ended upright. Twelve students were sent to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The bus driver is also going to be…

Chemical Explosion at UMD, Campus Buildings Now Safe to Enter

September 12, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A chemical explosion caused multiple buildings to evacuate Thursday morning at UMD. This left one person injured. The report of the explosion came in at 9:20 a.m. from a basement lab of Voss Kovach Hall. Authorities say the injured person is a graduate student who was working in the lab at the time. They have now been…

Troop 221 Boy Scout Trailer Stolen, Missing Since Saturday

September 12, 2024

Matt McConico,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The search is on for a stolen trailer filled with equipment belonging to a Boy Scout troop in Superior. This is a surveillance photo of the get-away pick-up truck that stole the trailer. It happened around 8:15 Saturday night in the parking lot of United Presbyterian Church off North 28th Street. On Wednesday, the scouts were holding…

9-11 Remembrance Ceremony at AMSOIL Arena Honors the Lives Lost

September 12, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — A remembrance ceremony was held in Duluth as Wednesday marks the 23rd anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks on the United States. Members of the Duluth Fire Department, participated in a memorial stair climb at AMSOIL Arena, climbing the same number of steps as there were in the 110 stories of the Twin Towers. The stair climb…

Furry New Addition Joins Superior Police Department

September 12, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A furry new addition has been made to the Superior Police Department. Meet K9 Millie, a labradoodle puppy. This newest trainee is assigned to Community Service Officer Jen Stank. Who has been working with Millie to serve as a support system for individuals experiencing crises or troubled times. The announcement was made Wednesday at Bryant Elementary School….

School Bus Versus Vehicle Crash In Hibbing, 12 Injured

September 12, 2024

KQDS Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. — A school bus versus vehicle crash happened in Hibbing Thursday morning causing a total of 12 people injured. The St. Louis County Sheriff Gordan Ramsay says the car t-boned the bus causing it to roll on its side and then roll upright after the kids evacuated. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says the incident happened at…

Coffee Conversation: ShelterBox Highlights the Urgency of Disaster Planning

September 12, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, a timely reminder of the importance of having a plan in place. Bill Tobin with ShelterBox, a global non-profit dedicated to providing aid to those displaced by disasters and conflicts, joined Fox 21 live in-studio Thursday to talk about being prepared. ShelterBox’s mission is to ensure that no one is left…

City of Eveleth Looks to Take Action Against Hells Angels Clubhouse

September 11, 2024

Matt McConico,

EVELETH, Minn. – Eveleth’s city council is looking into purchasing the Hells Angels clubhouse, located in the heart of downtown. According to property records, the clubhouse is owned by Jerand French, who prosecutor say is the President of the Hells Angels’ Iron Range Charter. French is facing kidnapping, false imprisonment, and assault charges, in connection to a 2023 incident that…

Essentia Health To Drop Medicare Advantage Plans With UnitedHealthcare, Humana

September 11, 2024

Dan Hanger,

Essentia Health is dropping in-network coverage for 20,000 patients who have Medicare Advantage plans through UnitedHealthcare and Humana. Essentia said those two companies are too often “denying or delaying” patient care at more than twice the rate of other Medicare Advantage plans. “This was not a decision we made lightly. The frequent denials and associated delays negatively impact our ability…

Arrowhead Surgery Center Celebrates One Year of Business

September 11, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — A specialty clinic in Duluth is celebrating one year since opening. Dr. Jared Broadway had a dream of starting his own business to assist with spine and neck issues. This dream became a reality as they opened the Arrowhead Surgery Center. What started off as United Healthcare cubicles, transformed into a surgery center. Dr. Broadway says, day…

Duluth Community Members Hear From Local Business Owner

September 11, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth community members had the chance to hear from a local business owner all about his experience. This is all part of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Connect @ Clyde events. The featured speaker was Derek Medved, owner and operator of 9 KornerStores in the Northland area. He spoke about his journey with starting his first…

Farmer Doug’s Pumkin Patch Opens This Weekend

September 11, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.– Pumpkins and Christmas trees. That’s what’s on the mind of Farmer Doug and his team right now. The Pumpkin Patch in Duluth will be opening this weekend for families to visit and choose that special gourd. Farmer Doug told Fox 21 that the start of the growing season was slow because of the wet spring we had but…

UMD’s Economic Impact on Duluth Community

September 11, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth community often refers to the Twin Ports as a college town. That being said, with the start of every fall semester, that name becomes a reality. Since 1947, University of Minnesota Duluth has been a staple for students, professors, and other staff over the years. The UMD campus has impacted the community economically. Every fall,…

Volunteers Help Maintain Superior Hiking Trail

September 11, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Superior Hiking Trail caters to outdoor enthusiasts, and casual hikers alike. That being said, the trail doesn’t magically maintain itself. A group of dedicated volunteers hit the trails Tuesday to help maintain the Superior Hiking Trail. Lots of work goes into keeping the area up to code, as well as sustainable. Creating rock staircases, and replacing…

Ely Under Boil Water Advisory Following Water Outage

September 11, 2024

Maria Vollom,

ELY, Minn. — The City of Ely has restored water service following a watermain break, but remains under a Boil Water Advisory, urging residents to boil or use bottled water for all consumption and food preparation until further notice. As of 12:30 AM, city officials report that water service has been restored following recent disruptions. City crews are actively flushing…

Denfeld High Security Lockdown Lifted After Disturbance

September 11, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Police responded to a disturbance call near Denfeld High School Wednesday morning, which initially triggered a security lockdown that has now been lifted. Duluth Police were dispatched to the 4600 block of Grand Avenue following reports of an armed individual, according to a press release, prompting the SECURE protocol at Denfeld High School. After investigating, authorities…

Presidential Debate Watch Party

Douglas County Democrats host watch party for Presidential Debate

September 10, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. – New stage, new hosts, and one new candidate. It was the second Presidential Debate tonight, but the first between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Haris. To watch their party’s new nominee, members of Douglas County Democrats held a watch party at their headquarters in Superior. Despite the change in candidates since the previous debate,…

Wrenshall School District Sees Rise In Student Enrollment

September 10, 2024

Matt McConico,

WRENSHALL, Minn. — One of the Northland’s smaller schools has gotten a bit bigger this year. District officials tell us Wrenshall is experiencing an almost 10% bump in total enrollment. The school serves grades K through 12. Most of the new students are in kindergarten and 4th grade. School Board Chair Mary Carlson believes that’s a good sign for the…

Public Hearing for SWL&P Proposed Rate Hike

September 10, 2024

Emily Halling, Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — On Monday Superior residents got a chance to testify during a public hearing involving a proposed rate increase by Superior Water Light & Power. The power company is proposing an overall 5.9% increase on utilities around $7.3 million. The utilities include electric, natural gas and water rates. Officials with SWL&P say the increase would allow for continued…

Coffee Conversation: Music Video for ‘Indecent Proposal’ Shot Aboard the William A. Irvin

September 10, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Local band Indecent Proposal drops a new song and music video filmed aboard the William A. Irvin, also known as the “Haunted Ship.” The band appeared on Fox 21’s morning newscast Tuesday to discuss “The Cage” and its music video. Indecent Proposal will release an alternate version of their music video in October to promote alongside the…

Duluth Murder Suspect Arrested Again In Superior

September 9, 2024

Dan Hanger,

A man who Duluth police say is behind a homicide and arson investigation is back under arrest for a different crime. Superior police say they arrested Tyler Edwards, 25, of Illinois, around 10 p.m. on Sept. 5 while officers were responding to a call about a man trying to break into somebody’s home. After a foot chase with Edwards, police…

KYN: Richard Bong Museum Showcases Local Army Postmaster

September 9, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– A story from World War 2 that’s been waiting to be told, is finally being shared. “I was excited. Briana and I have been working on this for quite a long time, as I’ve been bringing things over to her. We’ve been working together to get this done. Both of us thought this was a story that really…

Four National Touring Broadway Shows Coming to the DECC in 2025

September 9, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — Four national touring Broadway shows are coming to Duluth. “Chicago,” “Pretty Woman,” “Mean Girls” and “Riverdance” will hit the stage at the DECC in the beginning of 2025. These productions will mark the first time in 13 years that a Broadway series has come to the northland region. Each show will take to the stage for one…

Great Lakes Tree Planting Initiative Kicks Off in Duluth

September 9, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — State lawmakers from the Great Lakes region are on a mission to plant 250 million trees along the Great Lakes by 2033. Four of those trees were planted Monday in Duluth, across from Pier B along Railroad St. The ceremony included Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois lawmakers. Local officials like Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert were also there. The…

James Earl Jones, Acclaimed Actor And Voice Of Darth Vader, Dies At 93

September 9, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen — eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader — has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home in New York’s Hudson Valley region….

How To Watch The Presidential Debate Between Trump And Harris

September 9, 2024

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The second general election debate of the 2024 campaign season is here, but it’s the first matchup for the current nominees. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are taking part in Tuesday night’s debate in Philadelphia. After a disastrous performance in the first general election debate of this cycle in June, President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid, upending the campaign in…

Vikings Game Festivities at Caddyshack

September 9, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Football Sunday is back on Fox and that meant local bars were kicking off the season with parties. The Caddyshack in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood celebrated the opening of the Vikings season with free food, drink deals and a whole lot of purple and gold. Vikings fans from all over town came together to share in the…

Mayor Reinert Directs Internal Review Post Fish Kill In Tischer Creek

September 8, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert said on Sunday that he has directed internal leadership to review all procedures and training to figure out how 1.7 million gallons of treated drinking water got into Tischer Creek in August, ending with the killing of more than 1,000 fish. Reinert took to social media Sunday to say the city’s drinking water…

Lake Superior Harvest Festival Celebrates 30 Years

September 8, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — Bayfront Park was the place to be this weekend for the 30th annual Lake Superior Harvest Festival. The grounds were packed Saturday with people enjoying everything from live music to home-goods and produce shopping. There was also an energy fair to explore. A local farmer and his family have been selling at the festival for years. Here’s…

Public Hearing Mon., Sept. 9 On SWL&P’s Proposed Rate Increases

September 8, 2024

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Residents in Superior are invited to a public hearing Monday involving rate increases proposed by Superior Water Light and Power (SWL&P). The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is hosting the public hearing at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Government Center in Superior, room 270. The overall proposed increase is 5.9%, or about $7.3 million. This…

Wisconsin Health Officials Recall Eggs After Salmonella Outbreak

September 8, 2024

The Associated Press,

photo courtesy: CNN Wisconsin health officials initiated a recall of eggs following an outbreak of salmonella infections among 65 people in nine states that originated on a Wisconsin farm. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said in a statement Friday that among those infected by salmonella are 42 people in Wisconsin, where the eggs are believed to have been sold….

Sharp Divisions Persist Over Walz’s Response To Riots After George Floyd’s Murder

September 8, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz faced the biggest crisis of his political career when Minnesota’s two largest cities erupted in protests and riots after a white Minneapolis police officer killed George Floyd. The Black man’s murder in 2020 sparked a nationwide reckoning over racial discrimination and police misconduct. His death, and its complicated aftermath, tested Walz’s leadership at one…

YMCA & Essentia Partnerships Bridges Gap with Childcare & Housing Needs

September 7, 2024

Drew Kerner, Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth is in need of over one-thousand spaces reserved for childcare. Although this problem is far from reaching a complete solution the Duluth Area Family YMCA and Essentia Health are adding more than 100 childcare spots in the Central Hillside neighborhood. Duluth Area Family YMCA has committed more than $1 million and Essentia Health more than $2.6…

Minnesota DNR Shares 2024 Fall Colors Season Outlook

September 6, 2024

Emma Propp,

MINNESOTA — Cooler air is just around the corner and with that comes the beautiful fall colors in Minnesota. The Minnesota DNR shares what to expect this season. Experts say fall colors typically peak in mid-to-late September through mid-October. This year’s growing season has been wetter which is better for the trees. But with that comes fungal leaf diseases that…

Giant Garage Sale Benefits Carlton Hockey Association

September 6, 2024

Emma Propp,

CARLTON, Minn. — A giant garage sale is being held in Carlton this weekend, all proceeds going towards a good cause. The Carlton Hockey Association organizing this sale at the Four Seasons Sports Complex. Funds will be used for hockey equipment for kids, after school programs, and helping keep the rink open. The organization collected items all summer long from…

Press Conference Highlights Small Business Plans for Harris & Walz

September 6, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– A press conference highlighting the importance of small business communities took place in Superior today. Earlier this week, the Harris and Walz campaign announced a ten-fold increase proposal in the small business tax deduction for startup costs. They hope this plan will be a game changer for entrepreneurs with dreams of starting up a business of their own….

Nemadji Golf Course Hosts Scramble for Douglas County Historical Society

September 6, 2024

Emily Halling,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– A golf scramble in Superior today focused on the importance of the Douglas County Historical Society. The second annual Golf Tournament and Fundraisers for DCHS took off today at Nemadji Golf Course. Last year, the event brought in the museum $9,000. The golf course welcomed 17 teams teeing up for this scramble. Officials from DCHS say they’re hoping…

The Intrepid Boutique Hotel Now Open in Downtown Duluth

September 6, 2024

Matt McConico,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new boutique hotel in the heart of Downtown Duluth is celebrating its grand opening. The Intrepid Boutique Hotel is located on the 200 block of East Superior Street with views of Lake Superior. Owners tell Fox 21 the goal was to bring luxury accommodations to the historic arts and theatre district. “Really gives a concept of…

Minnesota and Wisconsin Law Enforcement Agencies Host Passenger Safety Awareness Event

September 6, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Law enforcement agencies across Minnesota and Wisconsin are urging drivers to make sure their passengers are safe on the roads. Officials say drivers tend to be more focused on road safety during the busy summer travel months. But after Labor Day travel slows down and more mistakes are made, some deadly. “As we enter into the fall…

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