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Superior Getting Respite House to Help Those in Crisis

Respite Houses Offer An Short-Term, Intermediate Step For People in Mental Heath Crisis

January 24, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Work is well underway on a new peer respite center in Superior. Centers like this are free, voluntary, short-term programs that offer hope to those experiencing a mental health crisis. When completed, the Hope Haven Respite Center will have room for four occupants. Chrissy Barnard says Superior is a ‘desert’ for mental heath services. The lack of…

Duluth Public Schools to Hold Technology Referendum May 14

January 24, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth School Board is asking voters to approve a $5.2 million referendum to invest in technology needs. It’s the same amount requested in November’s referendum question which was defeated by fewer than 300 votes. Duluth School Superintendent John Magas said the term “technology” might not adequately explain the broad range of what the school district needs. “It’s…

UWS Attracts Foreign Students From All Over the World.

January 24, 2024

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Wednesday was the first day of the Spring Semester at the University of Wisconsin Superior. Students from across the country and from 40 different nations are attending the school this semester. In all, there are about 2,700 students at UWS, and 21 of them are first-year students from other countries. Kali Kelleher, is in charge of international…

Voter Turnout In 2024 New Hampshire GOP Primary Eclipses Record

January 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — More people cast votes in Tuesday’s contest between former President Donald Trump and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley than in any previous presidential primary of either party in New Hampshire’s history. As of the latest vote tally on Wednesday afternoon, nearly 318,000 Granite State Republicans and independents cast votes in the first-in-the-nation primary, exceeding the previous record set in the 2020…

Minnesota Trooper Is Charged With Murder In Shooting Of Motorist Ricky Cobb II During A Traffic Stop

January 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota State Patrol trooper was charged with murder Wednesday in the shooting of motorist Ricky Cobb II after he refused to get out of his car during a July traffic stop. Trooper Ryan Londregan is charged with second-degree unintentional murder, first-degree assault and second degree manslaughter in the death of Cobb, a 33-year-old Black man, Hennepin County Attorney…

Victim Of Duluth Trailhead Vehicle Break-Ins: ‘Enough Is Enough’

January 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department responded to six vehicle break-ins between Sunday and Monday. Duluth police said the incident happened in the Ely’s Peak Superior Hiking Trail parking area off of Becks Road. Authorities said the suspect or suspects broke into vehicles by breaking windows. Police said “nothing of significant value was taken” as all reporting parties didn’t…

NTEC Neighborhood Meetings To Answer Questions And Concerns

Two meetings Tuesday on the project.

January 23, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

People interested in the new natural gas-powered electric plant being planned in Superior had a couple of chances to get their questions answered Tuesday. Two open houses were put on in Superior for the Nemadji Trail Energy Center. At mid-day and late afternoon sessions, representatives were available to answer questions, and citizens could learn more about the plant. Although the…

DFL: Stauber “Hypocrite” Over Blatnik Money; Once Law, Congressman Says He Pushed For Funding

Back and forth over federal funding vote.

January 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

On Monday, many Minnesota and Wisconsin lawmakers lauded the announced federal funding that will help with the replacement of the Blatnik Bridge. Among those was Minnesota’s 8th District Congressman Pete Stauber. State DFL leaders said the republican lawmaker was a “hypocrite” because he voted against the law that provided the funding. Tuesday, Stauber responded and said that after the bill…

Governor Walz Tours WLSSD

Promoting Infrastructure Plan

January 23, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. –Governor Tim Walz was at WLSSD Tuesday morning to highlight a project that was already funded in part by the state and keeps our water clean. He is working to gather support from legislators to pass the $982 million-dollar infrastructure plan he recently introduced. The governor was at WLSSD to show how they have used state infrastructure money…

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,…

Dog Lost In New Mexico Reunited With Owner In Duluth

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

January 18, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — A Texas family was left heartbroken when their dog, Poppy, escaped while staying with a family friend in New Mexico. Nearly two months later, she showed up across the country in Duluth. Poppy is a Southern dog at heart, but she found herself in snow and frigid temperatures. While Poppy was trying to stay warm early in the…

Popular Lakeside Restaurant Closing

January 18, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. — New London Café posted the announcement on it’s Facebook page Thursday morning that it was closing. Since then more than 100 people have posted messages. Erin Golden said “Well, I have to say that everyone in the area is going to be EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED AND SADDENED !!!! – You’re always busy! I don’t understand.” New London Café’s…

The Duluth Art Institute Searches for New Location

January 18, 2024

Lucretia Free,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Art Institute has been at the Depot for half a century. After years of stability, the DAI is poised for change in 2024. The Duluth Art Institute, or DAI, considers itself to be the premier arts institution in the region, but after 50 years of being housed in The Depot, they will have to find…

Marcus Theatres Ready To Celebrate National Popcorn Day

January 18, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Friday is National Popcorn Day and of course, Marcus Theatres is celebrating it. The General Manager at Marcus Duluth Cinema says popcorn has been around for 4,000 years and is a staple when going to the movies. For Magical Movie Reward members and those who sign up for it you can get $5 off any size popcorn…

148th Fighter Wing Hosts Cold Weather Operations Training At Camp Ripley

January 18, 2024

Emma Propp,

LITTLE FALLS, Minn. — The 148th Fighter Wing is hosting airmen from across the U.S. for a special training at Camp Ripley this week. The training is all about teaching skills needed for operating in extreme cold weather. The first day pictured here, showcases the airmen doing a 7-mile ruck march, building fire with matches and materials found in nature…

Gooseberry Falls State Park: Beavers

January 18, 2024

Adam Jagunich,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — With the lack of snow up until recently this winter, visitors at Gooseberry Falls State Park have had the opportunity to see things they otherwise would not have seen. A park naturalist took Fox 21 on a hike to check out one of the park’s most misjudged critters. Categories: Environment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News –…

Lake Superior Zoo Brings Back Keeper Talks

January 18, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new way to learn more about animals is back at the Lake Superior Zoo. Keeper Talks is what they are calling it. That’s where animal care specialists can speak to guests more about a specific species. It can involve training, enrichment, or feeding. This is the first time the talks have been back since the pandemic….

New London Cafe In Duluth Closing After 20 Years

January 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — New London Cafe in Duluth’s Lakeside neighborhood is closing after 20 years. According to a Facebook post the closure was announced on Thursday with the last day of operations being January 29. The restaurant is a breakfast and lunch spot that has been under new ownership for the last 2 years. The Facebook post does not say…

UWS And Cenovus Energy Announce Partnership To Benefit The College And Athletics

January 18, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — UWS and Cenovus Energy have announced a partnership that will benefit the college and its athletics. The agreement comes with a 3-year term and totals $450,000. A portion of the funds will go toward Superior Choice Credit Union Stadium and additional enhancements, such as a video board. Cenovus will also sponsor the Cenovus Energy Fan Zone which…

Information on Nemadji Trail Energy System Heard By Superior Plan Commission

January 17, 2024

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. –The Superior Plan Commission met Wednesday afternoon, and the major item on its agenda was the Nemadji Trail Energy Center. The commissioners heard from representatives of Minnesota Power and Clean Wisconsin. Before the meeting got underway, which had a standing-room-only crowd, we talked to representatives of both groups who explained their position on the natural gas energy plant…

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…

Superior Holds First Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

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

January 16, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Today, Superior held its first Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration. Community members joined together at Superior Public Library to read about and discuss King’s legacy. The library, which was closed for the official holiday yesterday, put out book displays featuring King and other Black activists. Children were invited to color and complete word searches. Mayor Jim…

Give a Gift of Warmth

January 16, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. — Having and wearing a hat and gloves when you’re outside this time of year is a given for most people. But that’s not the case for many of the city’s homeless. At the warming center and other shelters around the city, those who need the shelter often don’t have even the basics. “People are showing up…

Superior Mayor Determined To Stop NTEC As Labor Ramps Up Support

January 16, 2024

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Billboards and yard signs are beginning to pop up in Superior in support of building the Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC). This comes as Mayor Jim Paine says he’s continuing to do whatever he can to derail the natural gas power plant for good. Mayor Paine is banking on Wisconsin state regulators to change their approval of…

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Respite Houses Offer An Short-Term, Intermediate Step For People in Mental Heath Crisis

Two meetings Tuesday on the project.

Back and forth over federal funding vote.

Promoting Infrastructure Plan

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

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