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Michipicoten Returns to the Duluth/Superior Harbor

June 21, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday, June 20, the 689-foot Michipicoten safely arrived back to the Twin Ports after spending nearly two weeks in Thunder Bay, Ontario for temporary repair. The vessel suffered a crack to its hull on June 8, taking on significant water near Isle Royale on Lake Superior. Thursday night, the ship was escorted 180 miles by the…

A View Above The Raging Kawishiwi Falls In Ely

June 20, 2024

Dan Hanger,

ELY, Minn. – Click the video above to see an amazing view above the Kawishiwi Falls in Ely courtesy of Photographer Chris Ellerbroek. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News

Cook Community Leans On Each Other As Swollen River Takes Over Downtown

Gov. Walz will visit Cook and Biwabik on Thursday to survey the flood damage.

June 20, 2024

Dan Hanger, Adam Jagunich,

COOK, Minn. – The small, close-knit city of Cook is dealing with a big problem. The swollen Littlefork River has sent feet of water into the low-lying downtown. Homes and businesses are surrounded by water. Some basements have feet of water, according to locals. There was a slight sign of relief Thursday because forecasters believe the river has hit its…

New Ice Cream Shop Takes Over 8th Street Video & Ice Cream Station

June 20, 2024

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new ice cream shop is catching the eyes of those in the Lakeside neighborhood. The Scoop on 47th has been open since June 9. Located in the former 8th Street Video & Ice Cream Station building. Since new ownership the space was given a facelift with newly painted walls topped with sprinkles. But owners wish to…

Water Pumps Sell Out at Iron Range L&M Fleet Supply Stores

June 20, 2024

Paige Hansen,

HIBBING, Minn. — After many basements in Hibbing were flooded from the most recent severe storm, the L&M Fleet Supply Store quickly sold out of water pumps. L&M said the pumps were completely sold out Tuesday night, and a special order was delivered for customers who might still be experiencing flooding in their home. Sump Pumps are used to remove…

UPDATE: Two Juveniles Arrested in Robbery and Assault of 75-year-old Man

June 20, 2024

Maria Vollom, Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Two male juveniles, a 14-year-old and 16-year-old, were arrested Wednesday, June 19 in the assault and robbery of a 75-year-old man in the DECC parking ramp. UPDATE (6/20): The juveniles are facing pending charges of Aid and Abet 1st Aggravated Robbery and 3rd Degree Riot charges. They were detained at about 10:30 pm on Wednesday, June 19…

Coffee Conversation: Super Rhubarb Festival 2024 Preview

June 20, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Super Rhubarb Festival will return to Duluth on Saturday, June 29, commemorating Chum’s 50th Anniversary. CHUM Director of Communications and Marketing Bradley Zwagerman and Rhubarbara joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Thursday ahead of the event. The festival is taking place on Saturday, June 29, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at Stella Maris Academy Holy…

How to Avoid Dangers of Downed Power Lines

June 20, 2024

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — Now what can you do if you come across downed power lines? Experts say the first thing to always do is to assume they are energized. Whenever the power lines are on top of a car or lying on the side of the road. It’s best to always avoid lines and call 9-1-1. Emergency responders or power…

Littlefork River Flooding Downtown Cook

June 20, 2024

KQDS Staff,

COOK, Minn. — The downtown area of Cook is flooding from a rising creek, and it’s only going to get worse, according to forecasters. Forecasters are predicting the swollen Littlefork River will continue to rise sending more water into Cook, raising the water by a half foot to even a foot. FOX 21 will have more on this story tonight…

Update: Boy Hit By Falling Tree Rescued In BWCA

June 19, 2024

Dan Hanger,

BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn.: A boy who was struck by a falling tree in the BWCA Tuesday during severe weather has been rescued, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Rescue crews reached the 9-year-old around 9 p.m. Tuesday. He was transported to a boat landing and arrived there at 11 p.m. before being taken by ambulance to North Shore Health…

Biwabik and Giant’s Ridge Area Feel Storm’s Wrath

Police watch area and lawmaker says damages in "tens of millions" of dollars

June 19, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Some areas of the Northland had stalled cars, washed out roads and flooded basements. It other places, the earth literally opened up. That was the case along a portion of the Mesabi Bike Trail near Biwabik, with a gaping cave-in between Giants Ridge and Highway 135. Tuesday night emergency crews were called into the rainy darkness to deal with a…

Flood Aftermath in the Iron Range

The Iron Range was hit with heavy rainfall Tuesday, resulting in many basements and roadways being flooded.

June 19, 2024

Paige Hansen,

HIBBING, Minn. — One day after a large storm brought severe rainfall to the Iron Range, parts of Hibbing are left with multiple roadways still flooded over. There were also many reports of basements flooded in Hibbing and surrounding areas. “The little bit in the basement just kind of got it wet, we had to move and basically clean it…

Latest on Road Closures and Rainfall Totals Following Severe Weather

June 19, 2024

KQDS Staff,

NORTHLAND – Severe storms brought plenty of disasters in northern Minnesota Tuesday night. The National Weather Service reports 1.5 to more than 7 inches of rain have fallen within just a few hours. Tornadic wind speeds brought reports of a waterspout spotted outside of Tofte at 5:19 p.m., a confirmed tornado outside of Cotton, and funnel clouds spotted over Moose…

Duluth’s NAACP Hold Biggest Juneteenth Celebration for 50th Year

June 19, 2024

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — Juneteenth has only been a recognized federal holiday for the last three years, but the day has been celebrated here in Duluth for the last 50 years. With this year’s celebration at the Central Hillside Community Center being one of the largest. The event is hosted each year by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored…

Chum Urgently Needs More Rhubarb ahead of Super Rhubarb Festival

June 19, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Chum is in urgent need of more rhubarb donations ahead of the Super Rhubarb Festival on Saturday, June 29. The annual festival raises funds for Chum to continue serving Duluth with food, shelter and other resources. This year’s Super Rhubarb Festival is taking place on Saturday, June 29–and it’s the biggest one to date. In order to…

FOX 21 Local News At 9: Tuesday’s Severe Weather Coverage

June 18, 2024

Dan Hanger,

NORTHLAND — Video from viewers from around the Northland shows manholes unable to hold all the rain water in Bovey. The streets were comparable to small riverways. A similar story comes out of McKinley, as the heavy rainfall sends water down the streets and around homes. Video from viewers in Hibbing shows parking lots flooded. With vehicle owners moving cars…

Austin-Jarrow Prepares for Marathon Crowd

June 18, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — Businesses like Austin-Jarrow are getting ready for Duluth’s biggest event. Before a race, a lot of prep goes into preventing things from happening. It is key to make sure it goes smoothly. With the possibility of rain, it is especially important to plan ahead. Getting blisters on your feet is just one of the many annoying things…

Grandma’s Marathon Officials Monitoring Weather Threats

June 18, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — With Grandmas Marathon taking place this weekend, organizers are keeping a close eye on potential weather threats. Race staff have been working with the National Weather Service to monitor rain events and patterns for the race weekend are showing rain with potential thunderstorms. Organizers say the race is currently as planned but they will continue to watch…

Update: Missing Kayaker In Washburn County Found Alive

June 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Update (6/18/24): The 19-year-old kayaker who went missing on the Namekagon River Friday was found safe Tuesday afternoon by the Wisconsin DNR. Sheriff Dennis Stuart told FOX 21 Gunnur Hess, of Sarona, was located in St. Croix Falls, about 50 miles away from his starting point at the County K access point of the river. Stuart said Hess did not…

Missing Duluth Man Found Dead in Pokegama River

June 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The body of a missing Duluth man was found in the Pokegama River in the Village of Superior Monday afternoon. 43-year-old Ryan Lahti was last seen fleeing into the woods on Cemetery Road in Douglas County after a traffic stop on June 8. Authorities had an extensive search using K9’s, drones, and thermal imaging was unable to…

Sheriff: Source of Grand Marais Pride Bomb Threat Came From Russia

June 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

GRAND MARIAS, Minn. — The Cook County Sheriff’s Office has determined the source of the bomb threat from over the weekend that was directed at a Pride Event in Grand Marais. Officials said the threat came from an e-mail address located in Moscow, Russia, which has been used in multiple similar threats across the United States. The threat may have been…

Power Restored After Dump Truck Strikes Power Line On London Road

June 18, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Power was restored Tuesday to more than 1,000 customers after a dump truck struck a power line on London Road, taking down a power pole with it. The accident happened at 18th Avenue East and London Road around 8 a.m. Tuesday. The utility pole landed onto the front porch of a home. The driver of the truck…

Coffee Conversation: What Runners Should Know Ahead of Grandma’s Marathon

June 18, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — The final sprint is on to Grandma’s Marathon. Here’s what runners should know before race day. Essentia Health Athletic Trainer Christina Nistler, who has also ran 10 marathons, joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Tuesday to talk about how runners can stay healthy before and after a big race like Grandma’s Marathon. Nistler also talked about…

Lake Superior Zoo Kicks Off Pollinator Week

June 18, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Lake Superior Zoo is celebrating a special week. A week celebrating an important part of nature. Pollinators are responsible for keeping the ecosystem alive and thriving. The Lake Superior Zoo kicked off the week with pollinator day, where they highlighted the keystone species. “Coming to the zoo, you can learn about pollinators and learn about native and…

Neighbor’s “Quick Action” Saves Three and a House from Overnight Fire

June 18, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — A neighbor is being credited for their “quick response” in saving three people and a house from fire early Tuesday morning. According to the Duluth Fire Department, fire broke out at a house on West 6th street at about 12:12 Tuesday morning. Upon arrival, crews discovered the front steps and porch engulfed in flames. Officers made sure…

Minnesota Rural Health Conference Going on in Duluth

June 17, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn — Health professionals from across the state are at the DECC for the Minnesota Rural Health Conference. The workforce shortage is one of the main topics during the two-day conference. The issue is not limited to doctors and nurses, but the whole spectrum of providers.This includes administrative workers who can help manage and keep costs in check. Alyssa…

Carrying the Torch for Special Olympics

June 17, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, MINN — The Special Olympics Minnesota Annual Torch Run across the state went through Duluth today. The Minnesota Special Olympic Games began last weekend and this weekend will be at Stillwater High School. In addition to officers from The Duluth Police Department, officers from UMD, Hermantown, and the 148th Fighter Wing Security were taking part in the torch run…

Nothern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps Gets Some Upgrades

June 17, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– A new location means new beginnings for this nonprofit historic preservation group. Nothern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is an opportunity for young adults to get hands on learning experience. Through this nonprofit, they learn all the skills they need to help preserve and restore sites across the state. Before that is achieved, they offer the Americorps training program…

Community Prepares for Grandma’s Marathon

June 17, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– The biggest event in Duluth is right around the corner. Canal Park in downtown Duluth is gearing up for the biggest race in the Northland. They are wasting no time to make sure everything is ready for the event. There is so much that goes into the impactful weekend. It all comes down to the little details that…

Twin Ports Interchange I-35 Single Lane Closures 6/18-6/21

June 17, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Heads up for drivers on I-35 this week; single lanes will be closed at times in both directions through the Twin Ports Interchange project area. Full list of expected closures and times listed below. 6/18 – Southbound I-35 will be reduced to one lane from Garfield Avenue to 27th Avenue West between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m….

Coffee Conversation: Two One-Act Murder Mysteries at Time Arc Theatre

June 17, 2024

Maria Vollom,

SUPERIOR, WI. — Two one-act murder mysteries, Murder in Poplar and Heartbreak, will take the stage at Time Arc Theatre June 21 – June 30. Director of Murder in Poplar Kathleen Laakso and Director of Heartbreak Rob Larson joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Monday ahead of opening night. The Time Arc Theatre is located in the Old Post…

YMCA Camp Cabin Burns Down Overnight

Vacant Cabin Burns Down Near Babbitt

June 16, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

BABBITT, Minn. — The Babbitt and Morse-Fall Lake Fire Departments responded to a structure fire at YMCA Camp Northern Lights early Sunday morning. According to the Northland FireWire, a fire was reported at around 7:10 a.m. Babbitt Fire Chief Tony Chamberlin said firefighters found a cabin that had burned overnight. The cabin was vacant at the time. The cause of…

Bomb Threat to Grand Marais Pride Event Under Investigation

The Cook County Sheriff's Office is Continuing to Investigate Saturday Morning's Threat

June 16, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

GRAND MARAIS, Minn. — The Cook County Sheriff’s Office began investigating a bomb threat Saturday morning directed at a Pride Event in Grand Marais. The threat was reported at approximately 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning. The Sheriff’s Office responded immediately, performing a precautionary sweep. It yield negative result and the Sheriff’s Office determined there was no indication of an active threat…

78 Countries at Swiss Conference Agree Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity Must Be Basis of Any Peace

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that negotiations with Russia “can start tomorrow” as long as Putin withdraws troops from Ukrainian territory.

June 16, 2024

The Associated Press,

OBBÜRGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Nearly 80 countries called Sunday for the “territorial integrity” of Ukraine to be the basis for any peace agreement to end Russia’s two-year war, though some key developing nations at a Swiss conference did not join in. The way forward for diplomacy remains unclear. The joint communique capped a two-day conference marked by the absence of Russia, which was not invited. Many…

31st Taste of Greece Festival Celebrates Through Food, Dance, and Community

Spanakopita, pastichio, dolmades, oh my!

June 16, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluthians from eight months to 98 years old lined up at Marshall School for the 31st Annual Taste of Greece Festival over the weekend. The two-day festival started out in the Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox Church parking lot, but has grown over the decades to take over the Marshall School gymnasium and front lawn. Today, people came…

Duluthians Get Outside for First-Ever Lincoln Park Summerfest

June 16, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been many years since there’s been a summer event in the craft district. So, the Lincoln Park Business Group organized a block long summer filled festival. The fest had food trucks, craft vendors and activities from local businesses. Such as ballroom dancing and rock climbing. Even baby goats and other furry animals got in on the…

Sky Harbor Airport Unveils New Terminal By Hosting Art Gallery

June 16, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Sky Harbor Airport on Park Point has unveiled its new terminal, and to add a taste of home to the interior, one local artist is displaying her artwork in the new building. Artist Natalija Walbridge creates fabric collage pieces, an intricate and timely art form. As a park point resident, she takes inspiration from her own backyard,…

Quilters Honor K9’s With a Quilt of Honor.

June 14, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn — What began as an effort to recognize the K9 that lived next door when he retired after 11 years serving the Indian River County Sheriff’s Department in Florida, is now spreading throughout the country and internationally. The creator and founder of ‘K9 Quilts of Honor’, Carolyn Bluhm was a novice quilter when she made her first Quilt…

Oceans Alive Exhibit Opens

June 14, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn.– A new exhibit made a splash Friday morning at the Great Lakes Aquarium. The Oceans Alive made its debut. The goal with this new exhibit is to represent how our oceans, climate, and local habitats are all connected. The project combines both freshwater, and saltwater enclosures in one area. They are welcoming a giant Pacific octopus, along with…

Park Point Rummage Sale 2024

June 14, 2024

Emily Halling,

DULUTH, Minn. — The saying goes, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. However, this rummage sale spans four miles and benefits shoppers, sellers, and even musicians. For sales like these, you never know what you’re going to walk away with. The 42nd annual Park Point rummage sale brought in many eager shoppers. “My friend just bought a new house…

New Equipment Boosts Superior Fire Department’s Water Rescue Capabilities

June 14, 2024

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A partnership between the Superior Fire Department and Cenovus Energy is making the water safer for everyone. The Superior Fire Department showed off its newest equipment: a jet ski, and a rescue board. These were purchased thanks to the partnership the Fire department has with Cenovus Energy. This partnership is very important, according to Cameron Vollbrecht, the…

Appreciating Duluth Firefighters and Police Officers

June 14, 2024

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — This morning, both Duluth police and fire department members were thanked for protectors appreciation day. This is the second year the Inn on Lake Superior has thanked our local protectors. Firefighters and police officers enjoyed a free breakfast as a thanks. They also met and mingled with the community that stopped by. “This morning is all about…

Cenovus Energy Rolls Out 50 new scholarships for Engineering Students

June 14, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Swenson School of Engineering is rolling out 50 new scholarship opportunities for students. The announcement coming Thursday outside of UMD. A total of 50 engineering scholarships will be provided over the next five years. Dr. Wendy Reed, the Dean of the Swenson School of Engineering, has a goal for every UMD engineering student to receive a…

Young Girl Hosts Lemonade Stand, Raises Money for Childhood Cancer

June 14, 2024

Paige Hansen,

DULUTH, Minn. — One young girl is doing her part to give back to cause that she knows all to well. Last October Ella Davis was diagnosed with leukemia at 10 years old. She received a bone marrow transplant in December, and is now home with her family. This week Ella and her cousins opened a lemonade stand, partaking in…

12-Year-Old Bicyclist Struck in Ashland County

June 14, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MARENGO, Wis. — A 12-year-old bicyclist was life flighted after being struck by a vehicle near Marengo, about 20 miles south of Ashland. This happened Thursday afternoon around 3:30 p.m., the Ashland County Dispatch Center received a call that a vehicle hit struck the 12-year-old on their bike. The condition of the 12-year-old is currently unknown. The driver of the vehicle…

First Lady Jill Biden Speaks to Senior Supporters

June 14, 2024

Lucretia Free,

DULUTH, Minn. — First lady Dr. Jill Biden landing at Monaco Air Duluth yesterday, meeting with Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert and Chairman of the Fond Du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Kevin R. Dupuis as part of her husband’s campaign for the 2024 presidential election. The Lincoln Park Community Center was filled to capacity Thursday afternoon as Dr. Jill…

Reactions to Jill Biden’s Visit

June 14, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — First lady Dr. Jill Biden landing at Monaco Air Duluth yesterday. The first lady headed to the Lincoln Park Community Center to reach out to older voters while campaigning on behalf of her husband while he is in Italy attending the Group of Seven summit. “As if our rights are at risk…because they are. As is our…

Cenovus Invests $100,000 for Great Lakes Ice Research Project

June 14, 2024

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — A research project on the impact that ice has on the Great Lakes is getting new funding. Cenovus Energy, in partnership with the University of Minnesota Duluth and the University of Toledo Ohio, will invest $100,000 for research on ice effects on water, specifically in Lake Superior and Lake Erie. Along with the impact of ice on…

Fire Breaks Out At Uptown Mall In Virginia

June 13, 2024

Dan Hanger,

Credit: Northland Fire Wire VIRGINIA, Minn. – Fire broke out at the Uptown Mall in Virginia Thursday afternoon. Credit: Northland Fire Wire Pictures from the Northland Fire Wire showed dark, black smoke coming from the building. The Fire Wire reported that the flames were contained to a storage area thanks to the mall’s sprinkler system. Multiple area fire departments responded….

Clayton, Jackson, McGhie Remembered 104 Years After Lynchings

June 13, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. –It’s been a day of remembrance in honor of three young black men lynched in downtown Duluth 104 years ago. On Thursday, people gathered at the corner of 1st Street and 2nd Avenue East to commemorate the tragic event and to look toward a better future. Dozens gathered at Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial in downtown Duluth to remember…