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Jen Schultz Announces Congressional Campaign Against Incumbent Pete Stauber

Schultz Begins Fight to Flip 8th Congressional District

January 23, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Today, Democrat Jen Schultz launched her campaign for Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District. Schultz is running against Republican incumbent Pete Stauber, who took office in 2019. In her speech today, Schultz emphasized achieving bipartisan results, as well as supporting the middle class, labor rights, and retirement security. “The 8th is worth fighting for. America is worth fighting for,”…

Voting Begins For MnDOT’s Name A Snowplow Contest

January 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MINNESOTA — Voting has begun for the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s fourth annual Name a Snowplow contest. MnDOT says out of the 8,000 submissions there are 50 finalists to choose from. The top 8 will then become snowplow names. A new name for each district. Names to choose from include Barbie’s Dream Plow, Just Scraping By and Oh Snow You…

Spots Open For 2024 Duluth Citizen Police Academy

January 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Citizen Police Academy is looking for its next batch of students. Members of the community who are accepted to the program will learn in-field and in-classroom tactics to better understand the Duluth Police Department’s practices and procedures, as well as the reasons for them. Police Chief Mike Ceynowa believes the Citizen Police Academy is all…

Two Northern Minnesota Food Banks Merge

January 23, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn.. –The Executive Director of the Second Harvest North Central Food Bank in Grand Rapids, Sue Estee, has served as its leader for more than 20 years. As she considered retiring, Estee began thinking about how the food bank could move forward. She wondered if combining the Grand Rapids organization with Second Harvest Northern Lakes in Duluth would make…

Local Duluth Woman Writes Self-Help Book On Love

January 23, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A local Duluth woman is giving her advice on love by writing a book. Suck Less at Love: She Said, He Said Advice on Relationships by Cyndi Lewis will be making its debut Thursday, January 25th. Lewis says she found herself giving the same advice over and over again and one morning came up with the idea….

$1 Billion Dollars From Federal Government Committed to Blatnik Bridge Replacement

January 22, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. — There was very exciting news from Washington on Monday. The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the cities of Duluth and Superior one billion dollars to replace the Blatnik Bridge. Senators from both Minnesota and Wisconsin, along with the governors and state transportation departments have been working to have the federal government commit the money to rebuild…

Council To Vote Monday On Mayor Reinert’s 2024 Legislative Bonding Priorities

January 22, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Roger Reinert has released his top legislative priorities for 2024, which the city council will vote on Monday night, Jan. 22. Below is a news release sent out Monday afternoon by Mayor Reinert’s office: Mayor Roger J. Reinert has proposed the City of Duluth’s top legislative bonding priorities for 2024. The priorities, which are outlined as…

Loll Designs Donates $20,000 to Chester Bowl

January 22, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Chester Bowl is walking away with a big donation Monday all thanks to Loll Designs in Duluth. The donation was presented in the form of a $20,000 check as part of Loll Designs 1% for the Planet Pledge, which donates a portion of sales from their Lollygagger collection to help support outdoor recreation. President of Loll Designs…

President Biden To Visit Superior Thursday, 2nd Time Since In Office

January 22, 2024

Rusty Mehlberg,

President Joe Biden at UW-Superior SUPERIOR, Wis. – President Biden is returning to Superior later this week. The White House announced Monday that the President will be visiting the city on Thursday, January 25. The purpose of the visit is to “discuss how his Bidenomics and Investing in America Agenda are rebuilding our infrastructure, lowering costs, spurring a small business…

Billion-Dollar Federal Grant Announced To Replace Blatnik Bridge

January 22, 2024

KQDS Staff,

TWIN PORTS — Minnesota Congressman Pete Stauber announced a one-billion-dollar federal grant has been awarded to Duluth and Superior to replace the Blatnik Bridge. The money totaling $1,058,398,200 from the U.S. Department of Transportation will address geometric deficiencies, increase capacity, and create a new shared-use path for cyclists and pedestrians to access both states easily according to a press release….

Haley Hopes To Stop Trump’s March To Nomination In New Hampshire: ‘America Does Not Do Coronations’

January 22, 2024

The Associated Press,

MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — As the last major challenger in Donald Trump’s way, Nikki Haley is hoping New Hampshire voters feel so strongly about keeping the former president away from the White House that they turn out to support her in large numbers. “America does not do coronations,” Haley said at a VFW hall in Franklin, joined by her daughter…

Doctors Seeing Frostbite Cases In The Northland

January 22, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been a cold week to say the least in the Northland. Frigid temperatures can cause many issues for people, a big one being frostbite. A doctor at Essentia Health in Duluth says they’ve seen many cases ranging from severe to mild frostbite this winter. He says alcohol and the below zero temps are contributing factors. Other causes…

Skiers and Snowboards Hit the Slopes as Winter Kicks Up

January 20, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — “I got my family in town. I live here in Duluth but they’re from the other side of Wisconsin. We’re out here, it’s a gorgeous day so we’re just looking to get out on the slopes,” said skier Carson Polomis. Spirit Mountain started its snow-making operations in mid-November and was able to open a few runs by…

Superior Fire Department Tackles Two House Fires

January 20, 2024

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Fire Department battled two structure fires Saturday Morning. Just before 8:00 a.m., fire crews responded to a residential structure fire at 708 Winter St. Crews remained on scene until 2:00 p.m. and were able to stop the fire from spreading to neighboring houses, but the home itself was deemed a total loss. There were no…

One Killed in Snowmobile Accident on Poplar Lake

January 20, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MINNESOTA. — One man is dead after a fatal snowmobile accident on Poplar Lake. According to the Cook County Sheriff’s office, the victim was discovered by another snowmobiler and believed to have hit a rock and was thrown from the snowmobile. When authorities arrived on scene, it appeared the crash happened sometime Thursday night. The deceased has been identified as…

Local Quilt Shop Celebrates New Location In Duluth

January 19, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A quilt shop in Duluth is celebrating their move into a new space. Creations Quilt Shop, now located at 1731 West Superior Street is owned by a mother and her daughter. It is an all-inclusive space with many fun and affordable options. The new spot will provide an enhanced experience for quilting enthusiasts, as well as a…

Minnesota To Continue Quirky Safety Signs Despite Federal Ban

January 19, 2024

Maria Vollom,

MINNESOTA — Despite a recent ruling by the feds to ban quirky messages on overhead electronic signs, the Minnesota Dept. of Transportation says, their creative messages are here to stay. Starting in 2026, a newly-released federal rulebook will ban funny or obscure messages on roadside signs. The feds say those signs can be distracting or even misunderstood. Anne Meyer with…

How do you use Road Salt in the Winter?– First-Ever Nationwide Winter Salt Awareness Week to take Place

January 19, 2024

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Next week, the first-ever nationwide Winter Salt Awareness Week will be taking place. The awareness effort originally began in Wisconsin and gained popularity. The week is dedicated to spreading knowledge on issues caused by road salt, and how the salt can significantly impact lakes, streams and vegetation. Throughout the week, professionals will be sharing tips and practices…

Management of Bayfront Festival Park to Change

January 19, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. — At the end of December, the contract for the DECC to manage the Bayfront Festival Park had expired. For new mayor Roger Reinert this meant he had to immediately focus on that issue to ensure there would be entertainment this summer. Reinert decided there was not time for the normal Request for Proposal process. He had the…

Wisconsin Republicans Introduce A Bill To Ban Abortions After 14 Weeks Of Pregnancy

January 19, 2024

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republicans who control the Wisconsin Assembly quietly introduced a bill Friday that would call for a binding statewide referendum on whether abortion should be banned after 14 weeks of pregnancy. The GOP has scheduled a public hearing on the bill for Monday afternoon at the state Capitol. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers is almost certain to veto…

2023 Was Slowest Year For US Home Sales In Nearly 30 Years As High Mortgage Rates Frustrated Buyers

January 19, 2024

The Associated Press,

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes sank in 2023 to a nearly 30-year low, as sharply higher mortgage rates, rising prices and a persistently low level of homes on the market combined to push homeownership out of reach for many Americans. The National Association of Realtors said Friday that existing U.S. home sales totaled 4.09 million…

Duluth Police Ask For Help In Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect

January 19, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect involved in the armed robbery that happened on Tuesday. The robbery happened in the 1600 block of Kenwood Avenue around 7 p.m. at Walgreens. The person in the photo above is seen wearing a black face mask, plaid jacket, blue jeans, black shoes,…

Search Warrants Reveal New Details About Cloquet Hotel Shooting Suspect

January 18, 2024

Dan Hanger,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Search warrant documents reveal new details about the suspect accused of fatally shooting two people at a hotel in Cloquet before turning the gun on himself. Cloquet police were dispatched at 6:33 p.m. Jan. 8 to the Super 8 hotel for a report of an “attack.” The search warrants say the suspect, Nicholas Lenius, 32, of Ramsey,…

Hope Is Free Bus Rides Give All Students A Chance

Duluth schools join with DTA to give high school students more access to classes and jobs.

January 17, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

This week Duluth schools kicked off a new partnership with the DTA. It will allow for free bus rides for high school students. Under the pilot program, the student will simply show the driver their current ID. School officials are calling it a game-changer, because not all students have their own car or easy access to one. The goal is…

Citizens Gather for March on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 17, 2024

Lucretia Free,

Even the cold temperatures could not keep away the passion and excitement of supporters at the Martin Luther King, Jr. march Monday. Monday’s gathering actually got started with a worship service Sunday night. St. Mark AME and other churches provided volunteers. For Reverand Galloway, the future cannot be taken for granted. Reverend Anthony Galloway at St. Mark AME Church said,…

Super One Donates Over $100,000 To The Salvation Army

January 17, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Super One is donating over $100,000 to the Salvation Army thanks to their Roundup Campaign. During the 2023 holiday season customers at 42 Super One locations were able to donate rounding up their transaction or donating $1, $3, or $5 when checking out. On top of the generous donation, Miner’s Inc. is also donating 50-thousand dollars as…

Duluth Police Respond To Armed Robbery At Kenwood Walgreens

January 16, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police responded to a report of an armed robbery around 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Kenwood neighborhood Walgreens. When officers arrived to the store in the 1600 block of Kenwood Avenue, employees told police an individual “brandished a firearm and demanded money,” according to a news release. Police said an employee gave an “undetermined amount of…

Organized Labor Calls On Superior Mayor, Council To Support NTEC

January 16, 2024

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Organized labor came together inside Superior City Hall Tuesday to debunk what they call false information from Mayor Jim Paine and some city councilors involving the proposed Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC). Members of the Northern Wisconsin Buildings Trades took to the podium for a press conference Tuesday night. They’re calling on the community to educate themselves…

Hundreds Gather for MLK Event at DECC

January 15, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. –“Leading Onward “was the theme for this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. program in Duluth. Hundreds of people of many different backgrounds and nationalities gathered at the DECC, to hear, learn, and get motivated to continue the work that began in earnest seven decades ago. Kim Green says she comes each year so that her children and grandchildren…

MLK Jr. Holiday Celebrations Are Planned Across The Nation, But Winter Storm Is Limiting Some

January 15, 2024

The Associated Press,

ATLANTA (AP) — Communities across the nation celebrated the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday with events ranging from prayer services to parades, but a dangerously cold winter storm was limiting some planned activities. In Philadelphia, President Joe Biden marked the holiday by volunteering at Philabundance, a nonprofit food bank. He stuffed donation boxes with apples and struck up casual chatter…

Iowa Caucuses: What To Watch As Voters Weigh In On The Republican Campaign’s First Contest Of 2024

January 15, 2024

The Associated Press,

(AP) — As frigid temperatures scour the Midwest, the Republican presidential nominating process will officially start Monday with Iowa’s caucuses. The quadrennial contest has been unusually quiet this year, a mark of former President Donald Trump’s commanding lead in the race. An arctic blast dropping the state into subzero temperatures and dumping snow during the final days of the runup didn’t help, either. But there’s plenty…

Duluth Police Investigate Robbery At Knifepoint

Victim gave suspect $2.

January 14, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police are investigating an armed robbery involving a knife. The call for help came in around 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Walgreens on the 1100 block of East Superior Street. The victim told police the male suspect approached him with a knife, took $2 and then fled the area before police arrived. Police say investigators will…

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Schultz Begins Fight to Flip 8th Congressional District

After nearly two months and over 1,000 miles, Poppy and her family were reunited

Duluth schools join with DTA to give high school students more access to classes and jobs.

City officials, activists, and children gathered at the Superior Public Library the Day After MLK Jr. Day

Victim gave suspect $2.