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Great Outdoors: Spring Weather Draws People to North Shore

With the Spring Weather Here to Stay, People are Heading Out to Enjoy the Views on The North Shore

April 13, 2022

Abby Rowe,

-Minnesota North Shore With the spring weather returning to the Northland, some folks are eager to once again get out and enjoy the natural beauty of the North Shore. Rick Pelky, of Brainard, put it simply, “It’s just a nice, calming, relaxing place to come to. Beautiful.” From sunrise to sunset, the North Shore of Lake Superior boasts stunning rocky…

Esko Man Arrested After Victim Found Shot In Legs Along I-35

April 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

MIDWAY TOWNSHIP, Minn. – An Esko man is being held on preliminary charges of 2nd degree attempted murder and 2nd degree assault after a man was shot in the legs Sunday afternoon in Midway Township. According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, the 39-year-old victim from Wrenshall was seen Sunday afternoon around 1:20 p.m. limping on the shoulder of…

Midday Update 4-13-22

April 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Here’s your Midday Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Live Interview: UMD Theatre Starts Performing ‘Pippin’ April 14

April 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD Theatre is getting ready to hit the stage starting April 14 to perform in “Pippin” the musical. The character Pippin is said to be determined to be extraordinary. But will the price be too high? The 1970s musical is all about Pippin exploring what makes a meaningful life. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger talked to the show’s…

Morning Update 4-13-22

April 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Here’s your Morning Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News

2 Illinois Men Get 14, 16 Years In Minnesota Mosque Bombing

April 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Two Illinois men who helped bomb a Minnesota mosque in 2017 have received prison sentences far below the 35-year mandatory minimum they faced, after victims and prosecutors asked for leniency. Thirty-three-year-old Michael McWhorter was sentenced Tuesday to just under 16 years in prison and 26-year-old Joe Morris got about 14 years. Both testified in…

North Country Ride Celebrates 40th Year Using Horseback Riding as Therapy for Challenges

On May 7th North Country Ride is holding a Derby Gala at the Buffalo House Junction in Duluth.

April 13, 2022

Arman Rahman,

ESKO, Minn.- It’s been 40 years that North Country Ride in Esko has lent a helping hand — or hoof — to the special needs population with therapeutic horseback riding. In early May, they’re celebrating with a Derby Gala. “Well sometimes we do like little games and races, those are my favorite,” said 7.5-year-old Barrett Chenevert, standing next to his…

Essentia Health’s ‘Child Life Specialists’ Ready To Help Kids, Youth Cope

April 12, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – When it comes to hospitals or doctors, they can be scary, especially for kids. But Essentia Health has a special way to help little ones feel more comfortable. They’re called Child Life Specialists, which provide support to infants, children, youth, and families facing all types of medical situations. The certified specialists also provide coping skills. “We have…

Midday Update 4-12-22

April 12, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Here’s your Midday Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Essentia Health: What Is A Child Life Specialist?

April 12, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – JoHanna Orman joined FOX 21’s Dan Hanger during the 8 a.m. hour of the morning show to talk about Essentia Health’s Child Life Specialists and what they do for kids and youth facing uneasy doctor visits, treatments and procedures. For more on the specialists, click here. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Education, Health, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Morning Update 4-12-22

April 12, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Here’s your Morning Update from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Plea Deal Rejected By 3 Ex-Officers In George Floyd’s Death

April 12, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Prosecutors have revealed that they offered plea deals to three former Minneapolis police officers charged with aiding and abetting the murder of George Floyd, but say the defendants rejected them. Judge Peter Cahill held a Monday evening hearing mostly to consider whether he has the authority to allow live video coverage of the upcoming trial set for…

Zeitgeist Excited To Launch ‘North By North International Film Festival’

April 11, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Excitement is building for the first film festival at Zeitgeist Arts Center in Duluth later this month. The North by North International Film Festival will feature 80 films by up-and-coming filmmakers in the Northland and around the region. The festival’s director, Matthew Koshmrl, said it’s all about giving a larger platform of support for filmmakers trying to…

Duluth Council Unanimously Supports State Surplus Money for 148th Fighter Wing in First In-Person Meeting in 2 Years

Monday night and going forward, meetings will be hybrid with the public able to view and give feedback through WebEx like before.

April 11, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- After two years of virtual meetings Duluth’s City Council returned to City Hall in person, where they unanimously showed support for using extra state funds to maintain and upgrade the 148th Fighter Wing. “I never anticipated it was going to be 2 years,” Council President Arik Forsman said. “I remember we had our last meeting where COVID was…

Duluth Woman Flies To Poland-Ukraine Border With Medical Supplies For Refugees

April 11, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluthian born and raised in Ukraine left the Duluth International Airport Monday for the border of Poland and Ukraine with all types of medical supplies as Russian forces continue their deadly war there. Bogdana Krivogorsky spoke to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger before hopping on a plane overseas. “Think about it. One day everything is gone and…

Duluth Fire Dept: Sunday Grass Fire a Reminder Brush Burns Easier in Spring

Crews knocked that 1 acre fire down within a couple of hours.

April 11, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A brush fire Sunday out in Gary New Duluth is a reminder, firefighters say, that we’re entering one of the seasons where grass and wildland fires are common. According to firefighters out at Station 10 in Gary, sparks from railway tracks off Becks Road, which is near Grand Avenue, likely started a brush fire that burned for about…

Midday Update 4-11-22

April 11, 2022

Dan Hanger,

News and weather for this Monday, April 11 from FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Minnesota Plans To Pay Athletes For Academic Success

April 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The University of Minnesota plans to start paying its athletes for doing well in the classroom. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced the move Friday. The NCAA currently allows schools to give academic bonuses of up to $5,980 annually to athletes as per a federal judge’s mandate two years ago. The…

Minneapolis Mural Of Pop Icon Prince To Be Finished In June

April 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Chris O’Meara, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A downtown Minneapolis mural honoring pop superstar Prince will be unveiled in June. Officials with the Crown Our Prince project say the painting is scheduled to begin on May 16 on a parking ramp near near First Avenue and 8th Street. The artwork will be carried out by 33-year-old Hiero Veiga, a Black…

Troop 25 Boy Scouts Giving Back In Conservation Service Project

April 10, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Sunday evening over in West Duluth, Scouts of Troop 25 got together to continue working on their conservation service projects. Last spring the scouts visited the Sax-Zim Bog, and this spring, they’re building ways to give back and help preserve it. They’re building bird houses for the blue bird and kestrel population to provide a place for…

Minnesota Twins Offering Tickets as Low as $4 if Bought Before Midnight Tuesday

April 10, 2022

Arman Rahman,

MINNESOTA- As baseball season begins, the Minnesota Twins are offering fans extremely low prices on regular-season home games, for a limited time. Through midnight Tuesday, April 21, and while supplies last, Upper-Level tickets will be available for $4, and Lower-Level tickets for $25 for all Monday through Thursday regular-season home games, according to the Twins’ Website. The offer can’t be…

Annual Gear Up For Grandma’s Preparing Marathon Runners, Helping Overseas

April 9, 2022

Natalie Noury,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — With just two months till the biggest race in Duluth, Grandma’s Marathon held ‘Gear Up For Grandmas’ here in Hermantown Saturday morning, to not only prepare, but educate racers on how to get ready, but they also found another way to give back. Anticipation was even higher Saturday as this year may be the most normal Grandma’s…

Annual Arena Rummage Sale Kicks Off at Duluth Heritage Sports Center

April 9, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — As the weather gets closer to spring, some were getting their spring cleaning started, selling their old trinkets, at the annual Arena Rummage Sale. The owner of the annual Arena Rummage Sale at the Duluth Heritage Sports Center says in the first 3 hours of the event over a thousand people came through to try to find…

MESC Hillfest Tackles Slopes at Giants Ridge

April 9, 2022

KQDS Staff,

BIWABIK, Minn.- While we enjoyed the taste of Spring here in the Twin Ports, over at Giants Ridge in Biwabik more than 200 snowmobilers tore up the snow in hillcross, hillclimb and hilldrag for the Midwest Extreme Snowmobile Challenge’s (MESC) Hillfest. FOX 21 Photojournalist Owen Zagrabelny takes us there. Categories: Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: giants ridge,…

UWS Filled to Brim for Return of Gitchee Gumee Brewfest

After Two Years Away, the Gitchee Gumme Brewfest Returns to Superior for Their 23rd Annual Brewfest

April 9, 2022

Abby Rowe,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Wessman Arena at UWS in Superior was filled to the brim with people looking to enjoy a good brew for a good cause. The 23rd annual Gitchee Gumme Brewfest was back in Superior for the first time in two years. The event featured 40 vendors and over 200 different beers to sample. All proceeds support the work of…

UMD Hosts Student Craft Sale

UMD Students Got a Chance to Showcase and Sell Their Artwork

April 9, 2022

Abby Rowe,

DULUTH, Minn.- A craft show and sale at UMD featured artwork and crafts made entirely by students. There were 30 student vendors in total, selling anything from ceramics to stickers. One of the organizers, Karley Graves, who is a student herself, said it’s a good opportunity for UMD students to showcase their work. “We really wanted to host an event…

Minnesota Plans to Pay Athletes for Academic Success

April 9, 2022

The Associated Press,

(University of Minnesota) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The University of Minnesota plans to start paying its athletes for doing well in the classroom. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced the move Friday. The NCAA currently allows schools to give academic bonuses of up to $5,980 annually to athletes as per a federal judge’s mandate two…

Heritage Center Loading Up with Knick-Knacks, Antiques for Saturday Rummage Sale

85 booths were being set up Friday in preparation for the six-hour rummage sale.

April 8, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Heritage Sports Center loaded up Friday with all types of knick-knacks and special home goods for their sixth annual rummage sale Saturday morning. 85 booths were being set up Friday in preparation for the six-hour rummage sale. That’s down from the usual one hundred twenty spaces to make room for COVID safety precautions. Staff says they…

Skiers Soak Up Snow, Sun at Lutsen Mountains as Spring Approaches

April 8, 2022

Adam Jagunich,

LUTSEN, Minn.- With the recent precipitation walloping the North Shore, skiers were still soaking up the snow for a few days more up at Lutsen Mountains. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us there. Categories: Business, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News

UMD Engineering Students Raising Money to Return to Kenya with Water Distribution System

After a trip to Kenya in 2020 to assess water needs, UMD's Engineers without Borders is raising $30,000 to travel back and drill a well in that village.

April 8, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

DULUTH, Minn.-UMD students in the engineers without borders group are on a mission to help provide clean water in Kenya, and on Friday they were looking for help from the community at hoops brewing in Canal Park. In 2020, a few students visited Nyansakia in Kenya, a village of about 2,000 people, to assess the village’s water needs. They found…

Baby Slow Lorises Receive Names at the Lake Superior Zoo

April 8, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – The recently born twin baby pygmy slow lorises at the Lake Superior Zoo were officially named today. After voting opened a couple of weeks ago on social media, the community decided on the names Gnocchi and Pesto. The Italian nature of these names comes from their father whose name is Giorgio. “Here at the zoo, we love…

New Taqueria Opening Soon in Canal Park

April 8, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – Canal Park will soon be home to a new taqueria. Chachos, located on Canal Park Drive, will feature fast, in and out tacos along with a few other Mexican favorites. Co-owners Alex and Aaron are excited to get their feet wet in the restaurant industry and become part of the local business community in serving those who…

Coffee Conversation: AAD Shrine Circus Returns to Amsoil for 100th Year of Thrills, Smiles

April 8, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Pepper the Clown is one of many excited for the AAD Shrine Circus to return to Amsoil Arena this Saturday after missing the last couple of years due to COVID. The circus is the single largest-running event in Duluth history. Tickets are greatly discounted if patrons go to Super One Foods and get them for this weekend. There…

Active Adventures: Pickleball at Duluth Indoor Sports Center

April 8, 2022

Ken Slama,

In this weeks Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama tries his hand at pickleball. There is a regular group of players at the Duluth Indoor Sports Center on Rice Lake Rd. who play several times a week. They are very friendly and welcoming to all who are interested in picking up the game regardless of skill level. More information about pickleball…

Duluth Folk School Designs Ukrainian Eggs Known As Pysanky For Fundraiser

April 7, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School held a fundraiser Thursday making traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs called pysanky. With invasions in Ukraine, the Folk School is offering extra sessions of this class in hopes to raise money for Doctors Without Borders and the International Rescue Committee. People in the class created designs on eggs using a wax batik method. After…

Special Report: Road To, Beyond CODA for Duluth’s Daniel Durant

Hear from Durant's first teacher, childhood friends' parent, and leaders in Duluth's Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community.

April 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- While the glitz and glam of the Oscars can seem like the ultimate achievement for a film, this year’s Best Picture CODA and the Duluth-native in its cast are accomplishing more by shedding light on the limitless potential of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. It seemed all of Duluth turned out to the DECC Monday to welcome Daniel…

Historic Budget Proposal for Minnesota Housing

April 7, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday, Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan was in Duluth discussing housing investments desperately needed in the state. A roundtable included a Minnesota Housing Commissioner, Mayor Emily Larson, and supportive housing providers and advocates. They discussed where the historic, nearly $1 billion dollar budget proposal will be allocated. The proposal specifically prioritizes strengthening support of housing across the…

Duluth Council To Vote To Support $25M In State Surplus For 148th Fighter Wing’s Future

April 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota lawmakers are working on bi-partisan legislation to spend $25 million from the state’s budget surplus to upgrade the Minnesota Air National Guard’s 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth for future success. It’s a move in St. Paul that has Duluth City Council President Arik Forsman, Vice President Janet Kennedy and Councilor Renee Van Nett co-sponsoring an amended…

Midday Update April 6th, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, April 6th, 2022

April 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday April 6th, 2022. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update, Wisconsin Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, news update, weather

New No-Knock Warrant Policy Goes Into Effect In Wake of Amir Locke Shooting

April 6, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) -A new no-knock warrant policy for police, crafted in the wake of the shooting of Amir Locke, will go into effect in Minneapolis starting on Friday, Mayor Jacob Frey announced Tuesday. The policy change was announced last month by Frey as a proposal being sent to the Minneapolis Police Department to be crafted into official policy. With that…

Morning Update April 6th, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, April 6th, 2022

April 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday April 6th, 2022. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update, Wisconsin Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, news update, weather

Hennepin County Attorney’s Office Declines Charges Against Minneapolis Police Officer Who Shot Amir Locke

April 6, 2022

Sophie Varner,

(Fox 9)–The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office, with assistance from Attorney General Keith Ellison, has declined to bring charges against Mark Hanneman, the Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed Amir Locke while serving a no-knock search warrant in February. Mike Freeman, the Hennepin County Attorney, wrote there is “insufficient admissible evidence” to file criminal charges in the case. “Specifically, the State would be unable to…

The New ‘Visit Duluth’ To Roll Out First Big Marketing Campaign Next Week

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the pandemic definitely easing up, mask mandates on the curb and spring in the air, summer tourism is expected to be a blockbuster for many cities across the country, especially right here in Duluth, of course. And the fresh sense of excitement comes as the newly reconfigured Visit Duluth prepares to officially unveil its first big…

Lake Avenue Restaurant To Host ‘Ukrainian Benefit Specialty Dinner’ Thursday

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar is hosting a “Ukrainian Benefit Specialty Dinner” Thursday evening. The restaurant is partnering with the head chef from Moscow on the Hill in St. Paul, which has many Ukrainian employees with family overseas. Derek Snyder says 100 percent of the proceeds from the dinner will go toward helping those families with food,…

Former Kemps Dairy Plant Demolished In Lincoln Park

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Another demolition is underway in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District to make way for future development. The demo is happening at the former Kemps Dairy Plant just a block up from West Superior Street on 20th Avenue West. While it’s not known what specifically going into the location, the new owners did say in 2020 that it…

Police: Duluth Man Shot Into Apartment, Possessed Packaged Drugs

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 42-year-old Duluth man is accused of shooting his gun through someone’s apartment door and dealing deadly drugs. The shots-fired report came in around 2:50 a.m. Tuesday at an apartment complex on the 1500 block of E. First Street. The shooter was eventually arrested around 11:15 a.m. in that same apartment complex thanks to the help of…

Midday Update April 5th, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, April 5th, 2022

April 5, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday April 5th, 2022. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update, Wisconsin Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, news update, weather

Morning Update April 5th, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, April 5th, 2021

April 5, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday April 5th, 2022. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update, Wisconsin Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, news update, weather

Hometown Hero: Daniel Durant Returns to Duluth After ‘CODA’ Oscars Win

CODA took home 3 Academy Awards, including Best Picture -- the first film with a predominantly deaf cast to do so.

April 4, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- City officials, educators, and members of the deaf and hard of hearing community welcomed back their hometown hero, Daniel Durant Monday after a historic win at the Oscars last week. “Now therefore I, Emily Larson, Mayor of the City of Duluth, do officially declare April 4th, 2022 as Daniel Durant day in the City of Duluth,” Larson announced…

Midday Update April 4th, 2022

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, April 4th, 2022

April 4, 2022

Natalie Noury,

Join FOX 21’s Natalie Noury and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday April 4th, 2022. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update, Wisconsin Tags: Ken Slama, midday update, Natalie Noury, News, news update, weather