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School Closings, Delays for Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

January 26, 2022

Brett Scott,

Closed: Ironwood School District – Closed South Shore School District – Closed Opening 2 Hours Late: Solon Springs School District – 2-hour Delay Categories: Community, Education, School Closings, Weather in the News Tags: cold, community, education, Local News, school closings, weather, winter

Great Outdoors: Strap on Snowshoes, Hike through History at Minnesota Discovery Center

The 3-mile trail is event specific, with snowshoes available to rent for $5.

January 25, 2022

KQDS Staff,

CHISHOLM, Minn.- For those looking to beat the winter by embracing it outside, they can strap on their snowshoes and hit the trails at the Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm. “Northern Minnesota I mean we got to live through this snow we might as well enjoy it,” said Mara Brownlee, Sales & Events Specialist. Staff hope to get more people…

DECC Concourse, Skywalk Open for Indoor Exercise During Brutal Cold Snap

January 25, 2022

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – During these dangerously cold, bitter days, it can be easy to stay inside and think of an excuse to not get off the couch and get moving. Staff with the DECC want to remind locals that their concourse is wide open for walkers during the daytime hours. During our visit there today, dozens of young professionals and…

Superior Fuel Company is Ready to Meet Winter Heating Fuel Demands

January 25, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – As we get deeper into the dead of winter, the amount of fuel we use to keep our homes warm increases. With the supply shortages affecting a wide array of products right now, the folks at Superior Fuel Company are ensuring they stay well stocked so everybody can stay warm this winter. “A lot of the places…

Minnesota Wild Surprise Peewees with Youth Hockey Spotlight Game

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– A pair of local peewee hockey teams got the surprise of a lifetime, when they showed up for their game at the Heritage Center. As part of the youth hockey spotlight game series, the Minnesota Wild made a special visit to the Northland, for a peewee hockey game between Duluth East and North Shore. Each player received gear,…

Cathedral School 5th Graders Collecting Donations for Kentucky Tornado Relief

January 25, 2022

Ken Slama,

SUPERIOR, WI – After last month’s tornados that ripped through Kentucky, fifth grade students at Cathedral School in Superior wanted to know how they could help out those who were affected. With the help of their teacher, they were able to get a contact in Gilbertsville, Kentucky and start assembling items such as clothes and hygiene products. After the items…

Reading with Mr. Rhino: Nearly Five Years of Weekly Storytelling

Jeff Reinemann, AKA, Mr. Rhino, Reports to Read with Students at Lakewood Elementary Tuesdays & Thursdays

January 25, 2022

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – We’re just days away from the official kick-off of “I Love to Read Month,” but that’s not stopping elementary students at Duluth’s Lakewood School from getting a jump start on their lessons. A frequent special guest is keeping the love of learning going all year long. “Setting that foundation and skills for reading early on is a…

City Of Duluth Sets 2022 Legislative Priorities

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and the city council have unanimously agreed on the priorities they would like to see the Minnesota state legislature fund during budget talks in St. Paul this year. The three main priorities include continuing to receive the money the state sends to support local governments, which Duluth uses to fund up to 35…

Bell Bank and Bent Paddle Present Check to Amberwing

January 25, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – A place in Duluth well known for helping Northland families is getting a financial boost all thanks to a fundraising effort by some local businesses. Bell Bank hosted a ceremony Tuesday presenting a check with their partner Bent Paddle to benefit the Amberwing organization. The money was given to aid Amberwing’s mission in supporting youth and adolescent…

Fund Announced To Bring MMIWg2s People Home

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Some organizations got together at Duluth City Hall Tuesday to promote a new reward fund to help find missing and murdered indigenous people. The city of Duluth is partnering with the Native Lives Coalition and Mending The Sacred Hoop and together they have created the “They Are Remembered Fund”, for the Sheila saint Clair case as well…

Goodwill in Need of Winter Clothing Donations

January 25, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you have winter clothes that are going unused, Goodwill tells us they are running low on them and could use more donations. The Goodwill on Garfield Ave has been seeing a lot of customers come through especially on the weekend as shoppers come in for the sales. There, they are currently running low on clothing items…

Do You Know Anyone Homeless? St. Louis County Wants To Know Thursday

January 25, 2022

Dan Hanger,

St. Louis County is holding its annual homeless count this week to see how many people are living unsheltered. Those unsheltered places include cars, a park, storage unit, the woods or even people who are couch-hopping. County officials say the count is vital because it helps local, state and federal agencies understand just how big of a homeless problem we…

Wisconsin Assembly OKs Vaccine Passport Ban, Immunity Waiver

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Republicans who control the Wisconsin Assembly has approved bills that would require employers to count a prior coronavirus infection as an alternative to vaccination and testing and prohibit vaccine passports. Both measures would face a likely veto from Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. The governor last year vetoed a GOP bill that would have barred public health…

COVID-19 Booster Drive Is Faltering in the US

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File) NEW YORK (AP) – The COVID-19 booster drive in the U.S. is losing steam, worrying health experts who have pleaded with Americans to get an extra shot to shore up their protection against the highly contagious omicron variant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, just 40% of fully vaccinated Americans have received a…

Gov. Walz Proposes $5.1 Billion in Additional Education, Social Program Spending

January 25, 2022

KQDS Staff,

EAGAN, Minn. (FOX 9) – Gov. Tim Walz is proposing $5.1 billion over the next three years in additional spending on education and social programs. Walz released the proposals during a visit to an Inver Grove Heights elementary school. The plans go to the divided state Legislature to consider during the session that starts Monday. “The naysayers will tell us…

Wisconsin Budget Forecast Improves by $2.9 Billion

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin’s budget picture improved by nearly $2.9 billion with a revised forecast released driven by higher-than-expected tax collections that will force the Republican-controlled Legislature to decide whether to spend the surplus, save it or put it toward tax cuts. Republican legislative leaders said Tuesday that the money would go toward tax cuts in the next budget…

Only Citizens Could Vote in Wisconsin Under Amendment

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The Wisconsin Senate has passed a constitutional amendment that says only citizens can vote in elections. The Republican-authored amendment approved Tuesday must also pass the Assembly this year and both houses of the Legislature next session before it would go to voters to decide. The governor has no power to veto constitutional amendments. The Wisconsin Constitution…

New Dance Studio Helping More Find Their Rhythm

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — “If you’re fresh off the street that’s actually the best because you don’t have any bad habits to fix, like if you don’t know your left foot from your right foot we can help you figure that out.” Since opening up the North Shore Ballroom Studio this past summer, Rae Lyons and her business partner have done…

Virginia Man Arrested, Charged With Felony Domestic Assault

January 25, 2022

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A Virginia man arrested over the weekend for fleeing police following an alleged domestic assault incident with his girlfriend has now been formally charged. According to cour documents, 37-year-old Matthew James Jefferson has been charged with two felony counts of domestic assault, one count of domestic assault by strangulation, one count of stalking, and one count of…

Midday Update 1-25-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, January 25, 2021

January 25, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather

Human Smuggling Suspect From Florida Released Without Bond

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

(John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP) FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A Florida man arrested for human smuggling after the bodies of four people were found near the Canada and U.S. border during a blizzard has been released from jail without having to pay the bond. Steve Shand is charged with the transport or attempted transport of illegal immigrants after the…

Pfizer Begins Testing Omicron-Matched COVID Shots in Adults

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP) – Pfizer and BioNTech have begun studying a COVID-19 vaccine tweaked to match the omicron variant in healthy adults. COVID-19 vaccine makers have been updating their shots in case global health authorities decide a change is needed. The study announced Tuesday will include more than 1,400 volunteers ages 18 to 55. Most already are vaccinated and will get boosters…

Morning Update 1-25-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, January 25, 2022

January 25, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Assembly to Vote on Bill Barring Vaccination Discrimination

January 25, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Assembly is set to vote on a Republican-authored bill that would prohibit government entities from creating COVID-19 vaccination passports. The bill’s main Assembly sponsors, Reps. Rob Stafsholt and Scott Krug, say they developed the legislation because they’re worried the Biden administration may mandate such passports. They say the bill would prevent government outreach. The…

Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College To End Football Program

January 25, 2022

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College on Tuesday announced it would be ending the college’s football program. Leaders at the college say budget limitations and a lack of facilities were big factors that ultimately led to the difficult decision. “We realize the importance of activities to student engagement and how they contribute to the overall college…

Essentia Joins Nationwide Study to Test Medications for COVID-19

January 24, 2022

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health has joined a nationwide study to evaluate repurposed medications in the search for effective, safe treatments for mild-to-moderate COVID-19. Repurposed medications are those already approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for other indications. “We are very excited and fortunate to have this important clinical trial available to the communities we serve,” said Dr. Rajesh…

Duluth Car Enthusiast With ‘Souped Up’ Mazda RX7 Eyes Next Lap: Florida Drag Race

Michael Janousek's Mazda RX7 Convertible can reach 150 mph in 9.6 seconds.

January 24, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth car enthusiast — and his modified car that’s perhaps more famous than he is — are taking on a drag race in Florida which will truly test their metal. Michael Janousek had his 1988 Mazda RX7 Convertible featured on the Discovery Channel back in 2017. He said he taught himself how to modify the car after…

Mt. Royal Branch of Duluth Public Library Hosting Escape Room

January 24, 2022

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – If the winter blues are settling in and you’re cooped up at home with the family, the Duluth Public Library has found a way to break you free. The Mount Royal Branch of the Duluth Public Library is hosting a new Game Room Escape Room. The problem-solving fun runs through Friday, Jan. 28. It allows groups of…

UMD hosts Intro to Winter Camping Class

January 24, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Getting outside more during these colder months has it’s challenges, but for some, it’s the perfect time of year to do some winter camping. The University of Minnesota Duluth held an intro to winter camping session Monday at the Bagley Nature Area. Topics included proper warmth attire, food necessities, and reliable heat sources. One UMD student with…

UMD Vaccine Clinic on Wednesday

January 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — UMD is offering a vaccine clinic to the campus community and beyond this week. The university has partnered with Saint Louis County Public Health for past vaccine clinics where the turnouts have exceeded expectations. This time around they will have Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson and Johnson shots on hand, whether you want to come in for your…

Fire Department Shares Cold Safety Tips

January 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department is once again preparing to respond to calls during the deep freeze. Firefighters are reminding everybody to plan ahead and layer up as best you can as it can take just 5 to 10 minutes for frost bite to set in. “It starts with just thinking before you go outside, have a plan,…

School Systems Continue To Fight Staffing Shortages and Covid

As covid continues to grip the community, some schools are talking about moving to remote learning again, with some already doing it.

January 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH/PROCTOR, Minn. — The Duluth Public Schools, and Proctor school transportation systems are few of the many impacted by covid. Aside from positive cases, the staff shortages are also playing a role in having to move things around, to keep the learning going. As covid continues to grip the community, some schools are talking about moving to remote learning again,…

Duluth Council Approves Application Process To Fill Derek Medved’s Seat

Applications will be accepted only through 4:30 p.m. February 14th, Medved's last council meeting.

January 24, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday the City of Duluth will begin accepting applications to fill the At-Large Council seat soon to be left open by Derek Medved, who announced his resignation last week. Medved abstained from the vote at the council meeting Monday, making it 7 to 0. He announced he’s leaving the council to focus on his KornerStore business. The…

Lake Superior Brewing Co. Looking at Summer Re-Opening with Brewpub, Apartments

The new owners of Lake Superior Brewing are a year and a half into redeveloping the building in the Lakeside/Lester Park Neighborhood

January 24, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- One of the oldest breweries in Minnesota is inching closer to its reopening in its new Lakeside/Lester Park building this summer. The new owners of Lake Superior Brewing are a year and a half into redeveloping the building formerly occupied by Xcel Xercise and Sun City Tanning Center on Superior Street. The Maxims are turning the building into…

Court Offers Mixed Views on Water Permit for Minnesota Mine

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota appeals court has issued a mixed opinion in a complicated case contesting one of the key permits that a St. Paul-based company needs to build what would be the state’s first copper-nickel mine. The Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed a decision by regulators to issue the PolyMet Mining Corp. a water quality permit…

City Crews To Remove Snow in Canal Park, Spirit Valley Beginning Wednesday

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City crews will begin removing snow in the Canal Park and Spirit Valley Business Districts Wednesday and Thursday in an effort to improve on-street parking and reduce the amount of accumulated snow from the sides of the streets. In a Monday press release, the city said crews will start removing snow on Wednesday in Canal Park beginning…

US Puts 8,500 Troops on Heightened Alert Amid Russia Tension

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky) WASHINGTON (AP) – The Pentagon says that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has put about 8,500 troops on heightened alert, so they will be prepared to deploy if needed to reassure NATO allies in the face of ongoing Russian aggression on the border of Ukraine. Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said Monday no final decisions have been made…

VP Harris Touts Replacing Lead Lines During Milwaukee Stop

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel via AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Vice President Kamala Harris says during a stop in Milwaukee that removing and replacing lead pipes is a moral imperative and must be one of the nation’s highest priorities. She noted the environmental and health risks lead exposure presents from children to the elderly. Harris said Monday that the country is…

Minnesota Police: Poison Gas That Killed 7 Came From Furnace

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (AP) – Authorities say a furnace was the source of carbon monoxide that last month killed seven members of an immigrant family from Honduras living in Minnesota. Police in Moorhead have said blood samples from the victims showed a lethal level of carbon monoxide, but further testing was needed to determine whether the source was the furnace or…

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in West Duluth

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in West Duluth. The break was reported Monday afternoon and is located on the 5800 block of Roosevelt Street. City officials say water has been turned off on Roosevelt Street from Grand Avenue to North Central Avenue. It is not known at this time…

Midday Update 1-24-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, January 24, 2022

January 24, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 24, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, midday update, News

Laura MacArthur Elementary School Grades 3-5 Move To Short-Term Remote Learning

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Laura MacArthur Elementary School grades 3-5 will be moving to temporary remote learning beginning Tuesday. Schools officials say in a Monday press release that the decision was made due to ongoing staffing shortages. Students are expected to return to in-person learning on Monday, January 31. “We understand the significant impact remote learning will have on district families,”…

Preps Underway for 6th Annual Lake Superior Ice Festival

The Festival Runs Jan. 28 & 29 of 2022

January 24, 2022

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Lake Superior Ice Festival is back for its sixth year at its current capacity. There are a lot of new activities happening this year including an ice carousel, hot air balloon rides, mini-golf, live music, and a ton more. The family-orientated event in and around Barker’s Island will also have activities targeted for kids like ice…

Voting Begins for 2022 Movies in the Park Lineup

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Voting for this year’s Movies in the Park lineup is now open to the public. The Greater Downtown Council says there are 12 movie options for the upcoming 2022 season. To help narrow down that list to the top eight, all you need to do is head over to The Greater Downtown Council’s Facebook page and like…

Morning Update 1-24-22

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, January 24, 2022

January 24, 2022

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, January 24, 2022. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Kohl’s Confirms Approach About Potential Acquisition

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) – Kohl’s is confirming that it has been approached about a possible sale of the department store chain, sending shares up more than 30% in early trading. The company said that it would not comment further, but its confirmation Monday follows media reports that the private equity firm Sycamore Partners had approached Kohl’s about a potential deal….

COVID-19 Patient at Center of Ventilator Fight Dies in Texas

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — An unvaccinated COVID-19 patient flown from Minnesota to Texas during a legal battle over whether his ventilator should be turned off died Saturday, the family’s attorney said. A Minnesota judge had issued a restraining order on Jan. 13 blocking Mercy Hospital from turning off the machine that was keeping Scott Quiner alive, after his…

Trial To Begin for Cops Accused of Violating Floyd’s Rights

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The federal trial for three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights as Derek Chauvin pinned the Black man’s neck to the street is set to begin Monday with opening statements. J. Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao are broadly charged with depriving Floyd of his civil rights while acting under…

Businesses Near Beargrease Starting Line in Duluth Ready for Spectators to Return

For the small Breeze Inn on the outskirts of Duluth, last year's lack of fans after a year riddled with COVID shutdowns was tough.

January 23, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- After a year with no fans, the small community of businesses out where the Beargrease starting line is are excited and relieved to have people inside watching the race again. For the small Breeze Inn on the outskirts of Duluth, last year’s lack of fans after a year riddled with COVID shutdowns was tough. So this year they’re…

Staffing Shortage Is So Bad In Schools, Even The Duluth Superintendent Is Filling In

January 23, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The national staffing shortage in schools is also being felt locally, with even the Duluth schools superintendent filling in in the classroom. Superintendent John Magas says he’s stepped in as both a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher, adding that he’s never seen staffing shortages so severe in the education field before. Even the number of bus drivers…