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New details in Superior deaths

Autopsy conducted today

December 22, 2016

Matt Suoja,

Yesterday, Superior Police found two residents outside their home in the Butler Park neighborhood deceased. Today the police announced that one of the residents was a 78-year-old female, while the other was an 83-year-old male. After an exam of the scene and preliminary investigation, the police do not feel this was a criminal event and the public should have not…

Magnetation deal on hold

Deal could be done Tuesday

December 22, 2016

Matt Suoja,

A deal that would lead to E.R.P. Iron Ore purchasing the now bankrupt Magnetation’s plants on the Iron Range, was put on hold yesterday. Judge William Fisher’s office in St. Paul, told Fox 21 the hearing has been rescheduled for Tuesday. If approved E.R.P. would take over Magnetation’s idled plants plants in Grand Rapids, Bovey, and Keewatin. E.R.P. Iron Ore’s…

MnDot warns of holiday travel conditions

MnDot 511 can be used to check out road conditions

December 22, 2016

Matt Suoja,

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is urging travelers to check out road conditions using their 5-1-1 system before heading out to their holiday destinations. One area of concern is blown ice, which occurs after snow is shifted out onto roadways due to a strong wind. The snow melts and refreezes creating an icy patch. The 5-1-1 is available online, within…

Apartment Complex Residents Search For New Homes

City Says Broadway Apartments Are Dangerous

December 22, 2016

KQDS Staff,

The residents of Broadway Apartments in Superior must be out by Jan. 2.

Red Cross Assisting Families Displaced By Virginia Fire

United Way of Northeastern Minnesota is asking for the public's help to support those impacted

December 22, 2016

Matt Van Winkle,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – Seven families in Virginia will be without a home this Christmas after a fire destroyed an apartment building Monday. The Red Cross of Northern Minnesota has been working with the displaced families, providing services they may need during this difficult time. On Monday, volunteers from Duluth drove to Virginia with food and clothing. They also arranged hotels…

Cloquet Business Giving Local Family the “Best Christmas Ever”

Northland Health Filtration will also be presenting the family with a check for about $7,000

December 22, 2016

Matt Van Winkle,

CLOQUET, Minn. – A business in Cloquet is doing its part to make sure a family in need has a special Christmas this year. Northland Health Filtration adopted a family as part of the Best Christmas Ever campaign. The business received about 140 gifts, all donated by the community. Tonight, friends and family helped wrap the presents, which they will…

The Breeze Inn Celebrates 5 Years

There was some fun in town Tuesday night up on Jean Duluth Road

December 22, 2016

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The Breeze Inn may seem small on the outside, but there was a big party inside. The Inn’s owners are celebrating 5 years of serving up, good times, cold drinks, and their signature Juicy Lucy burgers. Owner Kate Wagner says, “I think we’re celebrating a few things, we’ve been here 5 years, how we’ve gone from 6 to 22 employees,…

Hundreds of Gifts Wrapped For Families in Need

Volunteers and even some of the families receiving the gifts helped wrap the presents

December 22, 2016

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – Over 700 gifts were wrapped today as part of the “Make A Child Smile” campaign. Mike Letica, with Super America, has received donations from business and people around the community to help purchase gifts for nearly twenty families. Today, volunteers and even some of the families receiving the gifts helped wrap the presents. “I was expecting Christmas…

Duluth Airport Sweetens Holiday Travels

Holiday Travel Heats Up At Duluth International Airport

December 22, 2016

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With the holiday’s almost here it’s a busy time to travel. The Duluth International Airport is already bustling with people off to their holiday destinations. The Duluth Airport Authority made traveler’s trips a little sweeter with some warm holiday cookies. If you still have to catch your flight there are some helpful tips that can make your trip go smoothly….

Holiday Goodies Flying Out of the Case at The Wednesday Bakery

Christmas Baked Goods Sold at The Wednesday Bakery

December 21, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wednesday Bakery in Superior has been especially busy this holiday season. Today is, of course, the last Wednesday before Christmas so the line to get fresh baked goods was ongoing throughout the day. The bakery specializes in homemade bread, lefsa and holiday styled cakes. Every product is sure to be fresh. Tom Rich, the Owner of…

2 Bodies Found Outside Superior Home

Incident happened on December 21, 2016 in the Butler Park are of Superior

December 21, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

UPDATE: After an exam of the scene, preliminary investigation and preliminary autopsy results, Superior Police Department reports that it appears both Shirley Johnson and Richard Ellison, who were found outside of their home in the Butler Park are of Superior on December 21, died due to exposure to the cold. The Superior Police Department is currently awaiting final autopsy and…

Volunteers Gift Wrap for the Salvation Army

Salvation Army Volunteers Gift Wrap to Raise Money

December 21, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

DULUTH, Minn. – Volunteers have been working hard throughout the holiday season gift wrapping Christmas presents at the Miller Hill Mall. All of the proceeds raised go to the Salvation Army. They need the money because the Salvation Army is currently $35,000 behind where they were at this point last year. Shawn Stanich, a volunteer, said “I enjoy wrapping the…

New Nordic Trail at Spirit Mountain

New Nordic Center for Skiers in Duluth

December 21, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

DULUTH, Minn. – Business leaders from all around the region have now donated about $70,000 to help make the Grand Avenue Nordic Center a reality. This money will now go into building the center at the bottom of Spirit Mountain. This will be a new cross country ski center and a place that will offer 3.3 kilometers of new trails…

Northland Family has Built Memories in Grocery Aisles for Decades

Northland Uncovered: Super One Foods

December 21, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Stopping at a grocery store is on the errands list of many. In Duluth, there are many options including Super One Foods. This popular grocery chain got its start right here in the Northland. “It starts back with my great–grandparents, Ida and Tony Miner,” Miner’s Inc. Store Director Patrick Miner explained. The family business started up in…

Deputy shooting found to be justified

Eveleth officer-involved shooting justified

December 21, 2016

Matt Suoja,

A St. Louis County sheriff’s deputy was found justified in using deadly force to shoot a fleeing felon. Deputy Tim Officer shot 27-year-old Aaron Boshey of Tower after a 17-minute car chase through Eveleth Nov. 22. Boshey was originally pulled over on a felony warrant. Boshey eventually drove off the road and ran into the woods where Officer shot him….

Animal Answers: Benefits of Feeding Birds in the Northland

Experts at Wild Birds Unlimited say Winter is the Most Important time to Feed our Feathered Friends

December 21, 2016

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Cold climates can become a constant battle for those who never have the chance to warm up or thaw out. Summer soaring can be sweet sailing for our friends with wings in the Northland. “The chickadees, the nuthatches, woodpeckers are all clinger birds, so they don’t necessarily need a perching area. Many people ask us what types…

Great Outdoors: Sunshine On The Slopes

People Head To Spirit Mountain To Enjoy Warm Winter Weather

December 21, 2016

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DULUTH, Minn- Just a few short days ago was not a good time to be outside. Minnesota Duluth student and experienced skier Ben Merrill remembers, “It was freezing, I had 5 layers. We were taking 5 runs we’re like lets go sit in the chalet for a couple of hours and warm up.” Skier Siera LaFave comments, “Like with a…

St. Louis Co. Board Approves 8.5 Percent Property Tax Increase

December 21, 2016

Dan Hanger,

(PRESS RELEASE) The St. Louis County Board has approved it’s 2017 budget, totaling $387,159,183. The budget includes an 8.5 percent property tax levy increase, with much of the increase necessary to fund skyrocketing out-of-home placement costs and other investments in children and family services. During a presentation at the Board meeting, County Administrator Kevin Gray highlighted three significant cost drivers…

New Timekeepers Exhibit Opens at Duluth’s Depot

"Timekeepers" or Pocket Watches Were Used by the American Railroad Industry in the 1880s

December 21, 2016

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Time is now ticking in history at Duluth’s Lake Superior Railroad Museum. The museum’s latest exhibit isn’t taking up much space in the collection, but had a huge purpose back in the 1880s. Many Seventeen Jeweled Timekeepers were given out by the American Railroad Industry after they created the four standard time zones, which we still use…

Carlton County Jail looking at enhancements

Focusing on rehabilitating re-offenders

December 21, 2016

Matt Suoja,

The Carlton County Jail took a huge step today in making their jail stronger. Numerous law enforcement stakeholders met in there today to discuss how the needs and issues the jail is currently facing. Recently the Carlton County Board approved funding for an assessment study for the jail at a cost of $67,000. Officials told Fox 21 today they are…

Polar Express Day held in celebration of the holidays

Kids drove computerized train

December 21, 2016

Matt Suoja,

The annual Polar Express Day was held at the Duluth Edison’s North Star Academy today. Model trains were set up which included a holiday theme. There were even holiday villages created for the trains. This isn’t the only classroom where holiday events took place today. “Throughout every classroom there’s all different kinds of holiday celebrations going on in the classrooms,…

Students Brighten Patient’s Hospital Rooms With Cheer

Lester Park Elementary Kids Deliver Trees

December 21, 2016

KQDS Staff,

Christmas Tree Giving

The Duluth Air & Aviation Expo, Presented By St.Lukes

Duluth Air Show Adding Canadian Snowbirds

December 21, 2016

KQDS Staff,

Air Show Update

Virginia Apartment Fire Displaces Families Just Before Christmas

Virginia Apartment Fire Displaces Families

December 21, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – Several families remain homeless tonight, after a fire yesterday at a Virginia apartment complex. The apartment building burned for many hours, leaving nine units destroyed. Firefighters from several nearby communities were called to the scene around 1:00 Monday afternoon and it took them nearly 9 hours to get the fire out. The three story, apartment building…

Toy Drive Targets Older Children in Need

Gifts for Teens Benefits the Boys and Girls Club

December 20, 2016

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. – Special delivery, and just in time for Christmas! Natalie Froistad and William Seay from Fox 21 Local News at Seven paid a visit to the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland earlier today, with gift boxes full of presents for area teenagers. “Gifts for Teens” is a toy drive that targets under-privileged teenagers, a group that…

Aurora man pleads guilty to murdering former girlfriend

November 8, 2015 shooting death of Julie Hildreth

December 20, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

John Joseph Plevell pleaded guilty on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 to intentional second-degree murder in the November 8, 2015 shooting death of Julie Ann Hildreth outside the Aurora American Legion club, St. Louis County Attorney, Mark Rubin, said. Plevell, 52, entered the plea before Judge Gary Pagliaccetti in State District Court in Virginia, Minnesota. The court scheduled sentencing for January…

Beer company touts higher alcohol content in Milwaukee ads

Milwaukee's Best Ice increases ABV

December 20, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

MILWAUKEE, Wis (AP) – Miller Coors says advertisements touting the alcohol content of one of its cheapest beers are aimed at transparency so consumers can make informed choices. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports billboards along the city’s freeway’s say the alcohol content of the Milwaukee’s Best Ice is now 6.9-percent, up from 5.9-percent. Some experts connected to the beer industry…

Birkie Trail Run Festival registration opens January 1, 2017

A great opportunity to start those New Year's resolutions

December 20, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

HAYWARD, Wis. – Every year resolutions are made to lose weight, get fit, and make healthier choices, and experts say if a person sets attainable and specific goals when making those resolutions, they’ll be far more apt to keep them. The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) has been hard at work helping individuals keep their New Year’s resolutions by offering…

Sentencing for two men involved in August Grand Rapids home invasion

The incident occurred on August 3, 2016

December 20, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

ITASCA COUNTY, Minn – Edward Wade Fauth, 19, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and Zachary Walker Cary, 28, of Cloquet, Minnesota, appeared in Itasca County District Court for a sentencing hearing, Monday, December 19, 2016, according to Itasca County Attorney, John J. Muhar. The two men previously pleaded guilty to one count of Aggravated Robbery in the First Degree. The crime…

Gov. Walker writes letter to Trump to help citizens of Wisconsin

Asking to provide flexibility in implementing a number of programs

December 20, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

MADISON, Wis. – Governor Scott Walker, today, sent a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, outlining actions he believes the incoming administration should take immediately upon entering office to restore state control over the governance of a number of programs and services. Walker’s letter also details his concerns over “incessant federal overreach.” “Too often, states have become mere administrative provinces of…

Former Mayor Ness takes new position

Ness will be new executive director of the Ordean Foundation

December 20, 2016

Matt Suoja,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth Mayor Don Ness has been named the new executive director of the Ordean Foundation. Ness is taking over for retiring Executive Director Steve Mangan in late January. The Ordean Foundation focuses on poverty issues and has given about $68 million in grants to various Northland organizations since 1933. Ness had previously worked at Lake Superior…

Photography Series Features Small Details inside Historic Mansion

Northland Uncovered: Hidden Glensheen

December 20, 2016

KQDS Staff,

Local photographer takes photos of Glensheen details.

Isle Royale wolf numbers decline

Talks of replenishing wolf population

December 20, 2016

Matt Suoja,

The National Park Service is leaning toward relocating as many as 30 gray wolves to Isle Royale National Park. The wolves would come from the mainland to restore the predator species which is on the verge of disappearing from the Lake Superior Island. Other options include taking up to 15 wolves to the wilderness park in the short term and…

St. Luke’s Dietitian Gives Tips for Having Healthy Holidays

Sticking to a Diet at Holiday Parties

December 20, 2016

KQDS Staff,

A St. Luke’s dietitian gives tips for sticking to your diet.

Knowing Your Neighbors: History Happening at Amity Coffee

After Two Years of Business, Amity Coffee is the First Lakeside Business to Sell Liquor

December 20, 2016

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth contains decade’s worth of history, some which is still impacting the community, today. However, this summer, one law was lifted. For many, a cup of coffee creates hours of conversation. “My husband and I would travel a lot and when we would go we would always stop at little, local coffee shops. We just jumped into…

Families Displaced In Apartment Fire

More Than 50 Firefighters Worked To Put Out The Flames

December 20, 2016

Nikki Davidson,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A large apartment fire in Virginia has left several people without homes Monday night. The Virginia Fire Department says more than 50 fire firefighters from eight fire departments were still working to extinguish the fire late Monday afternoon. Seven families lived in the complex; the American Red Cross is working to help those families find a…

Red Herring Holds Event For Standing Rock

Duluth Stands With Standing Rock

December 20, 2016

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn In early December the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers struck down plans for the controversial Dakota access pipeline. Most people would take that as a win for the so–called water protectors. But that’s not the case according to some in Duluth. Tonight there was a benefit at the red herring called Duluth stands with standing rock. And to…

Monday Was Postal Service’s Busiest Day of the Year

Lines at the West Michigan Street post office in Duluth were long the whole day

December 20, 2016

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – With Christmas less than a week away, people are trying to get their last minute packages in the mail. The postal service says Monday was their busiest shipping day of the year. Lines at the post office on West Michigan Street were nearly out the door all day. Almost every person in line had multiple boxes and…

Winter Brings Extra Parking Tickets

The City of Duluth tends to see a spike in parking tickets during the winter season

December 20, 2016

Site Staff,

The City of Duluth tends to see a spike in parking tickets during the winter months, as snowplows work to clear emergency routes and side streets. The city says snowplows are unable to effectively clear city streets if cars stay parked for longer than the 24-hour ordinance states. The 24-hour ordinance are put in place for specific reasons, “Really to…

Skiers Hit Trails in Duluth

Many of the Trails are Open for Skiing

December 20, 2016

Lena Takada,

When the temperatures are warm enough to comfortably be outside, but cold enough to keep the ground frozen, even a busy work day won’t keep skiers like Annette Hofslund from hitting the trails. The skiing season didn’t start any earlier than previous years, but now, most of the trails across Duluth are open for people to enjoy. “There’s always Hartley…

AAFES Store Closing in Duluth

Minnesota Politicians are Fighting to Reverse the Decision

December 20, 2016

Lena Takada,

The Army and Air Force Exchange Service is planning on closing the Duluth location in 2017. Local Veterans believe it’s a Military benefit that is being taken away, and the store closing will impact area veterans negatively. Minnesota Politicians like U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, and U.S. Representative Rick Nolan are urging AAFES to reverse the decision. If…

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon to Start at the Pit in Two Harbors

Race to Start at the Same Location as Last Year

December 20, 2016

Lena Takada,

The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon will be starting at the Pit in Two Harbors again this year. Organizers were working towards getting the race started at the Fair Grounds in Two Harbors, but didn’t have enough time to work out the details and make it happen. Organizers are still hoping to start at the Fair Grounds for the race…

Local Businesses Introduce Duluthopoly Game

Duluthopoly Game Hits the Shelves of Local Stores

December 20, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

DULUTH, Minn. -Duluthopoly arrived in the Northland today. The game follows similar rules as monopoly, but with one big exception. Instead of buying properties like park place and boardwalk, gamers try and acquire various Northland spots. Josh Miller, the Station Manager for the North Shore Scenic Railroad, said “Duluth already has a great sense of place as is, and have…

Local McDonald’s Donates to Essentia

McDonald's Hosts Giving Tree Event for Essentia

December 20, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

DULUTH, Minn. – McDonald’s Giving Tree donations arrived at Essentia today. For more than a month, 19 Northland McDonald’s collected needed items for families who have been served by the hospital’s neo–natal intensive care unit. Among the items collected included body wash, shampoo, and plates. Christina Falgier, an Essentia Physician, said “It’s such a stressful time of year, the holiday…

Cirrus Aircraft Introduces New Vision Jet

Vision Jet Expected to Bring Billions of Dollars to Duluth

December 19, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

DULUTH, Minn. – After years of planning , Cirrus Aircraft, unveiled their very first Vision Jet to the Duluth community. The Cirrus Aircraft Vision Jet is the worlds first single engine personal jet and is known for being spacious. It can accommodate up to five adults and two children. Senator Amy Klobuchar, Congressman Rick Nolan and Mayor Emily Larsen were…

Linskie Sentenced in Twin Ponds Hit and Run

88-month sentence handed down

December 19, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

The 31-year-old Twin Ports man who drove his car off of Skyline Parkway near Twin Ponds in Duluth, striking and killing Susan LeGarde Menz receiving a guideline prison sentence of seven years and four months, today, according to St. Louis County Attorney Mark Rubin. A St. Louis County jury deliberated less than an hour during a trial in November, before…

Coffee Conversation: Salvation Army Crosses Half-way Mark in Red Kettle Campaign

Salvation Army Hopes to Raise $295,000 by Christmas Eve

December 19, 2016

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Salvation Army is reporting they are half way to their Red Kettle Goal. The Christmas Red Kettle Campaign started on November 19 and will run until Christmas Eve on December 24 at 3:00p.m. The goal of the Salvation Army this year is to raise $295,000 dollars. Major Bill Cox, Corps Officer, is reporting they are at…

Emerald ash borer quarantine eyed for new area

Taking public comments until Jan. 15

December 19, 2016

Matt Suoja,

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture announced Friday they want to expand an emerald ash borer quarantine in Northeastern Minnesota. The new zones would include portions of St. Louis and Carlton counties. Previously the MDA ordered an emergency quarantine for much of the St. Louis County area. The current expansion could include where Carlton and St. Louis County meet near Minnesota Highway…

Lake Superior Zoo Offers Fun ‘Week Between’ Activities

Interactive, Education Events Scheduled for Children and Families During Holiday Break

December 19, 2016

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo will be offering fun activities during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day for families, children and all guests. On Monday, December 26 and Thursday, December 29, the Zoo will offer a School’s Out Special, with five dollars off an adult admission for each paid child ticket purchased (up to two children,…

Santa Stops By Fitgers In Duluth

He Visited Kids With His Reindeer Waldo

December 19, 2016

Nikki Davidson,

DULUTH, Minn. – Santa Claus is still out there, asking kids what they would like for Christmas. It was Santa’s last trip to the Fitger’s Complex, and he brought along his reindeer friend, Waldo. Being from the North Pole, Santa and Waldo were not afraid of the cold temps. “Thank you to all the meteorologists and all the people that…