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Duluth City Hall Closes Due to Power Outage

The public will be notified once power has been restored.

June 16, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth City Hall will be closed to the public until power can be restored. A power outage occurred early Wednesday morning which is impacting City Hall. The public will be notified once power has been restored. Minnesota power crews are also working to restore power to in several Duluth neighborhoods. Over 4,000 customers are currently without power…

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…

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…

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…

Boomtown Holds Soft Opening

Boomtown restaurant on Martin Road in Duluth, held a soft opening on Monday with plans of fully opening in early July.

June 15, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn.-A popular restaurant on the Iron Range has made its way down to Duluth and is getting ready to open fully. Boomtown Restaurant on Martin Road in Duluth, held a soft opening last week with plans of fully opening in early July. “Locations typically don’t fail. Once you find a good location you go for it,” Boomtown Owner, Erik…

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…

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…

Early Morning Fire Causes $7,000 in Damage

Duluth fire crews responded shortly before 2 o'clock Tuesday morning.

June 15, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — An early morning fire along the 2200 block of west 11th street in Duluth has caused $7,000 in damage. Duluth fire crews responded shortly before 2 o’clock Tuesday morning. The fire was contained to the front porch of the home. All residents and pets were able to get out of the home safely. The fire was put…

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,…

Duluth Public Library Brings Back Popular ‘Story Strolls’ Event

Families can participate in the story stroll, and afterwards each child will receive a free book.

June 14, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth public library and the parks department brought back their popular ‘story strolls’ event on Monday morning. Last summer, it was used to help get library resources out into the community in a safe manner. Now back by popular demand, library staff are using these events to continue to bring resources to the public since they…

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…

Pinehurst Pool Opens With New Safety Guidelines

The pool will be open Monday through Friday 12-7 p.m. and 12-5 p.m. Saturday and Sundays.

June 14, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

CLOQUET, Minn. — The Pinehurst Pool in Cloquet officially opened for the 2021 season Monday afternoon. The sand bottom pond in Cloquet is one of the few left in Minnesota. “We are good for any age group to be able to come in from toddlers to young teenagers,” Cloquet Community Education Director, Erin Bates says. After closing all of last…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

New Places to Dine, Shop Coming to Miller Hill Mall

June 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- New storefronts will be coming to Miller Hill Mall in the coming weeks, with more places to dine and shop on the way. Pizza Ranch is set to open Monday June 14th next to Ulta. Following that, “Something Sweet by Maddie Lu” is set to open June 24th. Chef Maddie Lu on the champion title on Food Network’s…

Vitta Pizza Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Fundraiser for Domestic Violence Victims

10 percent of all of Vitta Pizza's sales Friday went to Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center for battered women.

June 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been ten years since Vitta Pizza opened their doors in Canal Park, and on Friday they celebrated by donating to a good cause. 10 percent of all of Vitta Pizza’s sales Friday went to Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center for battered women. Staff say customers are to thank for them serving wood-fired artesian pizzas, salads &…

Duluth Police Share Safety Tips on Driving in Foggy Conditions

Officers say in any type of inclement weather where visibility is low, slow down and make sure your lights are working properly.

June 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Local law enforcement is reminding people about driving safely in low visibility. The Duluth Police Department today responded to five car crashes before noon, and while officials don’t know if fog was the only factor, they say it definitely could have contributed. Officers say in any type of inclement weather where visibility is low, slow down and make…

Duluth Investigators Arrest Longtime Heroin, Fentanyl Dealer

According to officials, investigators seized over 60 grams of fentanyl, 250 ecstasy pills, meth, cocaine, and $3,246 in drug sale proceeds.

June 11, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Department and Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force arrested a man Friday, seizing fentanyl and other drugs as well as thousands in drug sale money. According to a spokesperson with the City of Duluth, at approximately 12:40 p.m., officers from the Duluth Police Department arrested longtime heroin and fentanyl dealer, Carvell N. Robinson,…

Five Northland Students Competing in National History Day

June 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– It was a record-breaking year for history students from three different area schools. Nine records were set between five young women, and they now get ready to compete in the National History Day contest next Sunday. Normally, the contest is held in-person at the University of Maryland, but this year, it will be virtual, and Duluth is proud…

Memorial Blood Center is Asking for Blood Donations Due to a National Blood Shortage

June 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- With a recent surge in blood use and blood shortage across the nation, Memorial Blood Center has announced a blood emergency. School closures caused by the pandemic created a deficit of blood donations from donors between the ages of 17 and 24, having a big impact on Northland hospitals. “This has been virtually a year of no high…

Park Point Rummage Sale Kicks Off

June 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Today on Park Point the annual rummage sale kicked off making its return since the pandemic. The streets of Park Point filled up today with community members and people from out of town to attend the annual Park Point rummage sale. It was a rainy start to the weekend, but that didn’t stop people from coming out and…

Local Dairy Queen Gives Ice Cream and Job Opportunities to Students

June 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A local Dairy Queen has been struggling to find employees for the summer and they are working to get some more applicants at Hermantown High School. For the past couple of weeks a local Dairy Queen has been passing out Dilly Bars and job applications to students in Hermantown and today they are passing out Blizzards to…

Park Point Residents Launch Operation Slow Motion

June 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– After an extreme car accident on Park Point in October 2020 almost killed several people, the residents of the point decided it was time for a change, and announced the launching of Operation Slow Motion today. The residents started a neighborhood watch in the January following the accident and 30 volunteers hold signs on the point encouraging traffic…

Erie Mining History Program Hosts First Annual Scholarship Presentation

June 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Erie Mining History program worked with the St. Louis County Historical Society in hosting their first annual scholarship presentation. The $1,500 award was granted to a recent Cook County High School graduate, Abigail Stoddard. “I’m just elated that I could be a part of this opportunity especially since this is the first one ever. I feel like…

‘Great Minnesota Get Together’ Officially Happening this Summer, Masks Not Required

The Minnesota State Fair is Happening August 26 - Labor Day, September 6

June 11, 2021

Site Staff,

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Minnesota State Fair is officially back this summer after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fair officials made the announcement Friday. At this time, the State Fair does not expect there will be daily attendance limits. Face masks will not be required, but are “strongly” encouraged for those who are not fully…

Family Remembers Ambulance Crash Victim, 17, As ‘Gentle Giant’

June 10, 2021

Dan Hanger,

A GoFundMe account has been set up to support the family of a teen who was killed in an ambulance crash in Itasca County earlier this week. The family of Joseph Latimer, 17, of Grand Rapids was in the MED-1 ambulance for a seizure when a dump truck t-boned the emergency vehicle around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the intersection of…

Hibbing Man Hit With Murder Charge In 2017 Homicide

June 10, 2021

Site Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. – A Hibbing man charged in the death of a woman in 2017 has been hit with a new charge in the case: second-degree murder. 51-year-old Blake Stangel was also charged about two weeks ago with second-degree manslaughter. He’s charged in connection to the 2017 Hibbing homicide of 71-year-old Courtney Fenske. Court documents say Fenske was found dead…

UMD’s New Project Aims to Help Plants Adapt to Northland Climate

Moving forward, several of the trees will be planted on UMD property while the bigger part of the project is distributing the seeds to farmers for them to grow and sell.

June 10, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — UMD students and faculty are doing their part to help the northland go green. It’s all part of an on-going effort in the biology research lab at UMD in collaboration with a number of community partners to help transition native plants such as red oaks, birches and white pines into northern forests. “The idea is to plant…

Rambler Food Truck Paid a Visit to St. Luke’s

June 10, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn– Today at St. Luke’s, the Rambler Food Truck set up right on the hospital grounds to serve staff and patients from 11 to 2. Serving different and unique items like mahi mahi tacos, teriyaki pulled pork and reuben fritters, the Rambler Food Truck attracted crowds of people from the hospital for a nice lunch break. “It’s wonderful, especially…