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Labor Unions, Community Hold International Worker Solidarity Rally

Organizers said the number of people present showed that workers’ rights are a priority for the community.

May 1, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Around the world, the first day of May is celebrated as May Day, which represents International Workers’ Day. At the Harrison Community Center in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, roughly a dozen different labor unions and community organizations came together for the 2nd annual International Worker Solidarity Rally. City Councilor Azrin Awal read a proclamation by Mayor Emily Larson…

‘He Changed The Nation’: Former VP Walter Mondale Honored At Memorial Service

May 1, 2022

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Former Vice President Walter Mondale was remembered by friends and family on Sunday as a man who fought for what was right and who loved Minnesota — and was loved back by Minnesota. Speakers ranging from President Joe Biden to Senator Amy Klobuchar, a former Mondale intern, to historians and family members came together Sunday to honor the…

Caddy Shack’s Indoor Golf Season Still In Full Swing

May 1, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Mother Nature has not been forgiving this spring and its preventing golfers from hitting the green but you can still work on your swing with an indoor golf simulator. Caddy Shack in West Duluth offers three different simulators where you can play golf, soccer, hockey or shooting games. The owner says usually by Easter, their indoor golf…

24th Year of Duluth Homegrown Music Festival Returns

May 1, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The homegrown music festival not only brings people together and highlights local talent during a week of wonderful music but the kickoff to the 24th year of it celebrates more than just that. “Oh it’s so exciting we’ve been honestly like preparing for months for this show,” Diona Johnson “Afrogeode” of Afrogeode and the Gemstones said. This…

Woman Found Dead On Tracks After Being Hit By Train In Superior

May 1, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A woman in Superior was found dead on Saturday on the railroad tracks of private property, according to the Superior Police Department. The investigation is ongoing, but police say they do not believe foul play is involved in her death. The SPD says it appears that the woman, Hayleigh Grace Turner, was hit by a train while…

Relatives Encourage Community to Join in Celebrating Lives of Barry Family at Funeral Sunday

According to the Council President, the family plans to Livestream the funeral as well, and you can catch it on FOX 21 News at 9 Sunday.

April 30, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The community is asked to once again come together, this time to celebrate the lives of Sean, Rianna, Shiway, and Sadie Barry before they are laid to rest. The family is urging the public to join them for the funeral service Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Marshall School Auditorium. Duluth City Council President Arik Forsman, who was…

Families Get Active for 30th Healthy Kids Day at Duluth YMCA

April 30, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- Saturday was the 30th Anniversary of the Duluth Area YMCA’s largest one-day event, celebrating healthy lifestyles for families and kicking off the Y’s Summer Schedule. FOX 21 Photojournalist Owen Zagrabelny takes us to Healthy Kids Day. Superior Douglas County Family YMCA will hold their Healthy Kids Day Event Sunday from 11-3. Categories: Community, Education, Entertainment, Health, Minnesota, News,…

Yarn Harbor Celebrates 5th Annual Local Yarn Shop Day

According to Kathy Thomas, owner of Yarn Harbor, it's important to celebrate brick and mortar yarn shops in all communities.

April 30, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Knitting enthusiasts got all tied up in the 5th annual Local Yarn Shop Day at Yarn Harbor in Duluth. The store featured special limited yarn shop day supplies and free patterns with your yarn purchase. According to Kathy Thomas, owner of Yarn Harbor, it’s important to celebrate brick and mortar yarn shops in all communities. “It’s a lot…

JDRF Walk Brings Awareness, Support for Those Suffering with Type 1 Diabetes

April 30, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday morning brought out over a hundred people to the Gichi-Dde’ Akiing park for a walk that raises awareness about type one diabetes, and shows those who have it, that they are not alone. The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, or JDRF, partnered with Essentia Health to bring this walk back to Duluth. Teams spent the 3 to…

4 Lives Lost To Storm in Duluth Canal, Remembered In Ceremony 55 Years Later

April 30, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday’s storm reminded us of one on a fateful a day 55 years ago, which caused Lake Superior’s waves to claim the lives of 4 young men. They were honored with a ceremony in front of the lift bridge. On April 30th 1967, three teenage boys, the Halverson’s, went to check out the storm in the canal,…

Mysterious Pediatric Liver Disease Found in Minnesota

The cases have no known connection, although a link with a virus that can cause colds is being investigated.

April 30, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Department of Health said it’s investigating several severe cases of hepatitis among children and has reported the cases to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC continues to investigate cases of the sudden liver disease in nearly 200 children that has health authorities in several countries racing to find answers. The illness is…

New Coffee Shop Set to Open

April 29, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new coffee shop is opening up next week on West Superior Street in Duluth. Dream Cloud Coffee Roasters, is a coffee shop that presents a dream aesthetic and intends to foster more community and positive experiences through coffee. The shop will have a full café menu including traditional loose leaf tea and coffee roasted in house….

Rally Kicks off Return of Dragon Boat Festival

April 29, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The long ore-driven Dragon Boats are back racing in Lake Superior this summer, and Superior citizens celebrated their return Friday at a kickoff event. The Dragon Boat festival is the largest charitable event the city of Superior has to offer. It was called off the past 2-years, last year partially due to the closure of the Canadian…

Melanoma Awareness Month Kicks Off On Melanoma Monday May 1

April 29, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Health experts are raising awareness about skin health as we approach Melanoma Awareness Month starting May 1. It’s all about focusing on skin health, sun safety, tanning prevention and skin cancer screenings. The owner of Twin Ports Dermatology, Heather Smith, said it’s important for everyone to get their skin professional screened once a year, especially if you…

Sutherland CBD Expands Into Club Canna

April 29, 2022

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The owner of a CBD business with locations on both sides of the bridge is repurposing a vacant gas station on Tower Ave in Superior. Craig Sutherland of Sutherland CBD has purchased this new location and plans to call it Club Canna. It’ll be a non-alcoholic bar, but one that serves CBD infused teas, slushies, and more…

5th Annual Garage Sale Fundraiser for Camp Roundelay

April 29, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A rummage sale in Duluth this weekend benefitting a youth camp for Girl Scouts hopes to keep the experience fun for generations to come. Camp Roundelay is a Girl Scout’s camp in Minong, Wisconsin that offers hiking trails, horse rides, camping opportunities and more that teach young girls about the outdoors and how to love it. The…

Prescribed Burns Set to Begin When Conditions Allow

Superior National Forest experts planned to do around 6 to 7 thousand prescribed burns this year.

April 29, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The ongoing cold weather is putting a damper on the start of the prescribed burn season in the Superior National Forest. Experts with the Superior National Forest were hoping to start with the prescribed burns a month ago, but the ongoing winter and wet weekend ahead have not allowed it. They say prescribed fires help reduce hazardous…

UPDATE: Gov. Walz Signs Bill on Unemployment Insurance, Bonus Checks for Frontline Workers

About 667,000 workers will be eligible for the $750 bonus checks.

April 29, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Both chambers of the Minnesota Legislature pushed through a bill to give bonuses to workers who were on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic and to replenish the state’s unemployment insurance trust fund following months of negotiations, and Governor Walz signed it into effect on Friday evening. Legislative leaders struck a deal late Wednesday…

WLSSD Holds Unwanted Medication Collection Event

The drop-off allows an easy, safe and environmentally friendly way for people to get rid of their unwanted or expired medications while learning the importance of disposing them separately.

April 29, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – As many people continue getting into spring cleaning, WLSSD in Duluth helped residents with a safe place to dispose of any unwanted medications. Medicine cabinet clean out day provided a free drive up drop-off of people’s unwanted or expired medications. The drop-off allows an easy, safe and environmentally friendly way for people to get rid of their…

JDRF Type I Diabetes Walk to Take Place Saturday

The walk is set to take place Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Gichi-ode' Akiing Park off of 2nd Ave. E

April 29, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Saturday morning, dozens of people will gather at the Lakewalk to raise awareness about juvenile diabetes in the community. The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is partnering with Essentia Health to bring the JDRF Community One Walk back to Duluth this weekend. They hope to create a world without Type I Diabetes. The disease mostly afflicts…

Twin Ports Gymnast Set to Compete This Weekend at Westerns in His First Competition Season

14-year old Trenton Beron has always had a love for flipping, but didn't start getting formal gymnastics training until one year ago when he joined Twin Ports Gymnastics.

April 29, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – As a child, it was no surprise that Trenton Beron would grow up to be a gymnast. “I just like doing flips. With my cousin Sawyer. He lives in Colorado with his family and they’d come down every summer and we’d always play games of flip which is just like horse but with flips. That’s where I…

Mayor Larson: New Lift Bridge, Enger Lighting Policy To Be Released Week Of May 1

April 29, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Duluth’s Lift Bridge lit for Ukraine DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson told FOX 21’s Dan Hanger on Friday that she’ll be releasing her updated lighting policy sometime next week after getting heavy scrutiny from the public two months ago over the previous policy that did not accept any special requests to light the iconic Lift Bridge different colors…

Twin Ports Dermatology Talks Annual Skin Checks, Protection, Cancer Treatment

April 29, 2022

Dan Hanger, Bret Holland,

DULUTH, Minn. — Melanoma Awareness Month starts May 1, and health experts are taking extra steps to inform people about their skin health. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger talked to Heather Smith, owner of Twin Ports Dermatology, which has been serving the Duluth area for more than seven years now. Smith talks about the importance of annual skin checks, the proper…

Live Interview: Author Talks ‘The Sower,’ Independent Bookstore Day At Fitger’s

April 29, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21’s Dan Hanger sat down with Rob Jung, author of “The Sower,” during the 7 a.m. hour of the morning show to talk about his book signing at The Bookstore at Fitger’s Saturday afternoon to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day. For more on that conversation, watch the video above. And see a press release below about the…

Friday’s Lunchtime Update

April 29, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Here are some of your headlines on this Friday, as well as an update on the weather. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Update: Superior Police Give All Clear After Investigating Suspicious Devices

April 29, 2022

KQDS Staff,

Update: Superior police have given the all clear involving the suspicious devices. The department posted on its Facebook last night saying, “The Marathon County Bomb Squad has determined the items found in the 1600 block of Baxter Ave. are not dangerous. Area residents are able to return home.” SUPERIOR, Wis. — Contractors removing items from a home in Superior discovered…

Pilgrim Lutheran Church Holds Bingo Fundraiser For Ukraine

April 28, 2022

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — As the war in Ukraine tragically continues and displaces the lives of many people, a local church in Superior is doing what they can to help out. The Pilgrim Lutheran Church on Belknap Street held a bingo fundraiser with Superior Mayor Jim Paine as the featured number reader. At $25 dollars a piece, 120 tickets were sold,…

9/11 War Exhibit at Depot this Weekend

April 28, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new exhibit is debuting at the depot tonight, to honor and remember the victims and the heroes of 911, along with those who served in the war that followed. The Saint Louis County Historical Society and the Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum are hosting this exhibit called Resolute: Minnesota Stories of 911 and the War. The…

Duluth Task Force Helping Address Safety Downtown

April 28, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Downtown Duluth has so much to offer from the bar and restaurant scene, to live performances at different venues, and Mayor Larson has assembled a task force to continue developing downtown with four main areas of focus: safety, activation, investment and vision. The announcement of the task force comes at the perfect time as it falls during…

First Collaborative Student Job Fair Held in Hermantown

April 28, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown high school students got their chance to search for summer work Thursday in the hallways of their school. More than two dozen businesses and organizations took part in the Collaborative Student Job Fair, sharing information on how students can get summer work or jobs that are part-time through the school year. There were also groups there that…

Duluth Pack Unveils Legacy Pack, Commemorates 140th Year in Business

April 28, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The official item commemorating Duluth Pack’s 140th year in business is now for sale. The Legacy Pack was unveiled at their store today, complete with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The limited edition item is based on the design of three other packs, with each one numbered and signed by the person who put it together. “And it also…

UMD Host CEHSP Research and Scholarship Showcase

April 28, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – From studying how a child might gaze at a humanoid robots to measuring a person’s enjoyment of their first romantic kiss, several dozen UMD students got their chance to showcase their research projects Thursday. The second annual College of Education and Human Service Professions’ Research and Scholarship Showcase took place inside the Kathryn A. Martin Library. Each of…

Drought Conditions End in Northland

April 28, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – The persistent spring days of cold temperatures, scattered with rain and snow showers, may not be the most pleasant. However, they have helped to eliminate all drought conditions across the Northland. For the first time in nearly two years, only a few parts of the region are abnormally dry, the lowest ranking in the drought monitor report….

Minnesota Extends Temporary Ban On Poultry Events Amid Bird Flu Outbreak

April 28, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Minnesota’s ban on poultry events has been extended until June 1 amid the outbreak of bird flu in the state. The Minnesota Board of Animal Health last month enacted a temporary ban on poultry exhibitions, including swaps, fairs, and other events where live poultry and other birds are brought together, as part of its response to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)….

Live Interview: Nearly 15 Years Of Rubber Chicken Theater

April 28, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Rubber Chicken Theater in Duluth has been around since 2008, and the team of talent behind the sketches, live reads and plays is showing no signs of slowing down. Click the video above for a conversation with Rubber Chicken Theater’s executive producer, Brian Matuszak, who joined Dan Hanger on the morning show Thursday during the 8 a.m….

One-On-One: Duluth Pack CEO Talks 140 Years Of USA-Made Company

April 28, 2022

Dan Hanger, Bret Holland,

DULUTH, Minn. — Homegrown Duluth Pack is the oldest canvas and leather bag/pack maker in the USA, and the company is celebrating its 140th anniversary with a limited edition Legacy Pack. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger recently chatted with Duluth Pack CEO Tom Sega about the new product and the company’s long success. Click on the video for that conversation and…

Moderna Seeks To Be 1st With COVID Shots For Littlest Kids

April 28, 2022

The Associated Press,

Moderna is asking U.S. regulators to open its COVID-19 vaccine to the nation’s youngest children. Kids under 5 are the only group in the U.S. not yet eligible for vaccination. Frustrated parents are waiting impatiently for a chance to protect them. Moderna submitted data to the Food and Drug Administration Thursday. The company hopes the FDA will rule in time…

WI Conservation Congress Respondents Support 350-Wolf Limit

April 28, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A majority of respondents to the Wisconsin Conservation Congress’ spring survey say they support limiting the state’s wolf population to 350 animals. The congress is an influential group of sportspeople who advise the state Department of Natural Resources on policy. The congress holds a survey each spring asking respondents for their thoughts on a host of…

Lawmakers Reach Deal On Unemployment Insurance, ‘Hero Pay’

April 28, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Steve Karnowski) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota legislative leaders have reached a deal to refill the state’s unemployment insurance trust fund and to pay bonuses to frontline workers. The tentative agreement includes $2.7 billion to replenish the trust fund and pay back a debt to the federal government for jobless aid, and $500 million for frontline worker bonus…

Chauvin Appeals Murder Conviction For Killing George Floyd

April 28, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The former Minneapolis police officer found guilty of murder in the killing of George Floyd has appealed his conviction, saying among other things that the jury was intimidated by ongoing sometimes violent protests and prejudiced by excessive pre-trial publicity. Derek Chauvin asked the Minnesota Court of Appeals in a court filing Monday to reverse his conviction, reverse…

Lunchtime Update 4-28-22

April 28, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Categories: Business, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Seven Northland Teams Participating in Minnesota State High School Clay Target League This Spring

The Hermantown Trap Shooting Team is one of seven clay target teams in the area competing in the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League this spring. 62 Hawks are competing as part of 11,790 student-athletes across 400 high schools in the state.

April 27, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

PROCTOR, Minn. – The Hermantown Trap Shooting Team is one of seven clay target teams in the area competing in the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League this spring. 62 Hawks are competing as part of 11,790 student-athletes across 400 high schools in the state. “It’s one of the most popular, fastest growing sports in Minnesota. Anybody can participate…

Duluth Junk Hunt Celebrates 10th Year at DECC

April 27, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — An event at the DECC this weekend is helping some people out with their spring cleaning and helping others find diamonds in the rough. The annual Junk Hunt makes its first appearance of 2022 this weekend, and all the vendors were unloading and setting up their vintage gear at the DECC on Wednesday. The Junk Hunt happens…

Drive-By Shooting Almost Hits Infant, Neighbors Respond

April 27, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police are looking for the suspect who they say targeted a home and shot at it multiple times last night in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, with the bullets narrowly missing a baby boy who was in his swing at the time. People were inside the home on the 2300 block of West 2nd Street when it…

Speaker at UWS Brings Many Supporters, Protestors

April 27, 2022

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Matt Walsh, a speaker with conservative views was invited by a student group on the UW-Superior campus called Young Americans for Freedom, and while those in support of him sat inside listening to his message, those outside stood with signs to spread theirs too. “Today we are protesting a speaker that we believe spreads really harmful and…

Duluth Parks and Recreation Announces Chester Creek Concert Lineup

The series begins June 14 with concerts happening every Tuesday beginning at 7:00 p.m.

April 27, 2022

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Another sign that summer is just around the corner is this year’s lineup announcement for the Chester Creek Concert Series. Duluth Parks and Recreation announced their lineup for the 39th annual Chester Creek Concert Series. Bands were able to submit applications back in January. Then a selection committee went through and picked their top bands for a…

North By North Film Festival Begins at Zeitgeist

The five day festival kicked off Wednesday with an opening ceremony at Zeitgeist. Throughout the week, 80 films will be shown with 50 filmmakers in town.

April 27, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you’re a film lover, this is the perfect week to stop by Zeitgeist for the North By North Film Festival. The five day festival kicked off Wednesday with an opening ceremony at Zeitgeist. Throughout the week, 80 films will be shown with 50 filmmakers in town. A big part of this festival is supporting the local…

The Garden Wedding and Event Center Celebrates Grand Opening

Wednesday's ribbon cutting gave the community a chance to see the renovations and learn more about the new venue, which can hold weddings, business meetings, banquets, fundraisers and more.

April 27, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Wednesday, a new era is beginning at The Garden Wedding and Event Center with its official grand opening. The space, which was previously known as Grandma’s Sports Garden Bar and Grill, has been open for about six months now. But Wednesday’s ribbon cutting gave the community a chance to see the renovations and learn more about…

RV Dealers Prepping for Busy Season of Sales & Services

April 27, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – While spring-like weather is taking its time to reach the Northland, RV dealerships are preparing for a busy season. Bullyan RV in Hermantown says now is the time for owners to get their campers out of winter storage and ready for the road. Those doing their own prep work should clean the roof and look for leaks around…

Second Harvest Receives $20,000 Donation from Miller Hill Subaru

April 27, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank will be able to provide around 60-thousand meals thanks to a donation from Miller Hill Subaru. The dealership picked them as the latest local recipient of their annual “Share the Love” campaign. When a person purchases or leases a vehicle through them, the dealership will donate $250 to one of five charities…

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Organizers said the number of people present showed that workers’ rights are a priority for the community.

According to the Council President, the family plans to Livestream the funeral as well, and you can catch it on FOX 21 News at 9 Sunday.

According to Kathy Thomas, owner of Yarn Harbor, it's important to celebrate brick and mortar yarn shops in all communities.

The cases have no known connection, although a link with a virus that can cause colds is being investigated.

Superior National Forest experts planned to do around 6 to 7 thousand prescribed burns this year.

About 667,000 workers will be eligible for the $750 bonus checks.

The drop-off allows an easy, safe and environmentally friendly way for people to get rid of their unwanted or expired medications while learning the importance of disposing them separately.

The walk is set to take place Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Gichi-ode' Akiing Park off of 2nd Ave. E

14-year old Trenton Beron has always had a love for flipping, but didn't start getting formal gymnastics training until one year ago when he joined Twin Ports Gymnastics.

The Hermantown Trap Shooting Team is one of seven clay target teams in the area competing in the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League this spring. 62 Hawks are competing as part of 11,790 student-athletes across 400 high schools in the state.

The series begins June 14 with concerts happening every Tuesday beginning at 7:00 p.m.

The five day festival kicked off Wednesday with an opening ceremony at Zeitgeist. Throughout the week, 80 films will be shown with 50 filmmakers in town.

Wednesday's ribbon cutting gave the community a chance to see the renovations and learn more about the new venue, which can hold weddings, business meetings, banquets, fundraisers and more.

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