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21 People Charged in Multi-State Drug Trafficking Investigation

January 26, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say 21 people have been charged following a multi-state drug trafficking investigation that uncovered the transportation of fentanyl and heroin from Chicago to Duluth. Authorities say the criminal activity was uncovered by members of the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force who started conducting their investigation in June 2021. “I am very proud…

Minnesota Vikings Reportedly Hire Kwesi Adofo-mensah as General Manager

January 26, 2022

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Vikings have found their next candidate to be in charge of the front office. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Vikings have reached an agreement to hire Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to be the team’s next general manager. He’ll replace Rick Spielman, who was fired on Jan. 10 along with Mike Zimmer after the team went 8-9 in…

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

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

January 25, 2022

KQDS Staff,

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

Minnesota Wild Surprise Peewees with Youth Hockey Spotlight Game

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

City Of Duluth Sets 2022 Legislative Priorities

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

Fund Announced To Bring MMIWg2s People Home

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

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

January 25, 2022

Dan Hanger,

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

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

January 25, 2022

KQDS Staff,

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

New Dance Studio Helping More Find Their Rhythm

January 25, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

Virginia Man Arrested, Charged With Felony Domestic Assault

January 25, 2022

Site Staff,

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

Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College To End Football Program

January 25, 2022

Site Staff,

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

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

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

January 24, 2022

Arman Rahman,

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

UMD Vaccine Clinic on Wednesday

January 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

Fire Department Shares Cold Safety Tips

January 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

School Systems Continue To Fight Staffing Shortages and Covid

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

January 24, 2022

Natalie Noury,

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

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

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

January 24, 2022

Arman Rahman,

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

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

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

January 24, 2022

Arman Rahman,

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

Court Offers Mixed Views on Water Permit for Minnesota Mine

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

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

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

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

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

Minnesota Police: Poison Gas That Killed 7 Came From Furnace

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

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

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in West Duluth

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

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

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

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

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

Voting Begins for 2022 Movies in the Park Lineup

January 24, 2022

Site Staff,

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

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

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

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

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

January 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

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

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

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

January 23, 2022

Arman Rahman,

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

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

January 23, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

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

The Family Business: Two Harbors Wallins’ Prepares For Another Beargrease Marathon

January 23, 2022

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is just around the corner, and while teams across the country are getting ready for the races, here in Two Harbors., it’s just another day at the office for the Wallin’s. “It’s just a real celebration of being a Minnesotan and loving the winter,” Colleen Wallin said. The Wallin’s have…

City Of Duluth Wants DNR Grant To Fight Emerald Ash Borer

January 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth city councilors will also vote on a resolution to continue the city’s effort to remove and replace diseased trees from Emerald Ash Borer. The resolution authorizes the city apply for a grant from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ forest program to not exceed $150,000. The money will help reimbursement for removing more than 500 infected…

Council To Vote Monday On Procedure To Fill Medved’s At-Large Seat

January 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council will decided how to move forward with Derek Medved’s at-large seat after he announced he’s leaving the council Feb. 14 to focus on his KornerStore business. The proposal is calling for an application process through the city’s website, which will close at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 14, which is Medved’s final council meeting. The…

Cirrus Aircraft Plans To Expand In Duluth

January 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth says Cirrus Aircraft has plans to expand its operations into a massive hangar at the Duluth Airport that was left vacant by AAR in 2020 when the company left town. A city spokesperson told FOX 21 Sunday that Cirrus wants some financial help from the city and St. Louis County over the next…

Access Again An Issue At Federal Trial In Floyd’s Killing

January 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A closed hearing in the federal trial of three former Minneapolis police officers in George Floyd’s killing was canceled Friday after prosecutors and the media objected. It’s the second time in just days that access to the proceedings became an issue. U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson scheduled the conference on the admissibility of some evidence…

EXPLAINER: Will Chauvin Testify At Trial Of 3 Other Cops?

January 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

(from left, Derek Chauvin, Tuo Thao, Thomas Lane, and J. Alexander Kueng) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – As the federal trial for three former Minneapolis officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights is set to begin Monday, some wonder whether Derek Chauvin will take the stand. Many legal experts say they don’t anticipate the jury will hear from Chauvin,…

Minnesota Lawmakers Face $7.7B Surplus In 2022 Session

January 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

(AP Photo/Steve Karnowski) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Legislature will confront a $7.7 billion surplus when it convenes Monday, Jan. 31. And that’s bound to set up clashes in this election year over whether to spend the money on unmet needs or give it back to taxpayers. The main job for lawmakers in even-numbered years traditionally is a public works…

Beargrease Cub Run Bringing Young Mushers to the Races

January 22, 2022

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — With just a week to go till sled dog teams take off at the 42nd annual Beargrease, a little warm up took place Saturday in Two Harbors, helping the Northland get in the marathon mindset. The Beargrease cub run has been a fan-favorite tradition for years. Families came out with their sleds and dogs to watch…

Wild Winter Wonderland at Lake Superior Zoo

January 22, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Zoo turned into a winter wonderland Saturday for its animal residents, and human visitors to enjoy. . Staff say the zoo is not only a summer or spring destination. The animals put on extra coats of fur, and sometimes play in the snow, which is always fun to see. And after a record-setting 2021,…

Freezing 5k Doesn’t Stop Northland Runners From Giving Their All

It didn't even reach 1 degree yet at Spirit Mountain Saturday morning, when some tough runners warmed up for the Wild Winter Wipeout 5k.

January 22, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s what skiers would call a blue bird day, but we’re not here at Spirit Mountain right now for skiers, we’re here for a different kind of athlete who’s come out and braved the elements to do what they love. It didn’t even reach 1 degree yet at Spirit Mountain Saturday morning, when some tough runners warmed…

Access Again an Issue at Federal Trial in Floyd’s Killing

January 22, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A closed hearing in the federal trial of three former Minneapolis police officers in George Floyd’s killing was canceled Friday after prosecutors and the media objected. It’s the second time in just days that access to the proceedings became an issue. U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson scheduled the conference on the admissibility of some evidence…

Duluth Councilor Derek Medved Steps Down Early in Term, Council to Begin Interviewing Candidates to Fill Seat

According to Council President Forsman, Medved was a Councilor-At-Large, so anyone in the city can apply through the city clerk’s office.

January 21, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- At-Large Duluth City Councilor Derek Medved has decided he will be leaving his term two years early to focus on his growing business. “It’s great to see a young entrepreneur continue to succeed locally so that’s really great. On the council front, it’s sad to see him go,” newly-appointed Council President Arik Forsman said. In a statement only…

Learn Snowkiting Basics with UMD Rec Sports Outdoor Program

Snowkiting, also called kiteboarding, involves riding the wind with a big kite pulling a skier or snowboarder along.

January 21, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Thrill-seekers looking for another way to get the adrenaline pumping this winter can learn to catch the steady winds that blow over frozen lakes on a snowkite. UMD’S rec sports outdoor program offered introduction-sessions Friday. Snowkiting, also called kiteboarding, involves riding the wind with a big kite pulling a skier or snowboarder along. Students will learn how to…

Mushers Make Final Preparations for Beargrease

January 21, 2022

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — With under 10 days to go till the 42nd annual Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, teams are wrapping up preparations to hit the 300-mile stretch. The Wallin family has gathered some fame over the years, just last year their son, Ero, was the youngest full marathon musher on record at just 18 years old. Now Ero and…

Florida Man Charged After 4 Found Dead at Canada-US Border

January 21, 2022

The Associated Press,

(John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP) WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) – A Florida man has been charged with human smuggling after the bodies of four people, including a baby and a teen, were found in Canada near the U.S. border. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota says 47-year-old Steve Shand has been charged with human smuggling after seven…

Enbridge Says It Has Fixed Pierced Aquifer Near Oil Pipeline

January 21, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Enbridge Energy said it has stopped the flow of spilled artesian groundwater that began a year ago when workers installing the Line 3 oil pipeline in northwestern Minnesota punctured an aquifer. The spill near Enbridge’s terminal in Clearbrook was one of the worst environmental accidents during the construction of the 340-mile pipeline in…

Derek Medved Leaving Duluth City Council In February

January 21, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Derek Medved at his first city council meeting in 2020 DULUTH, Minn. – At-Large Duluth City Councilor Derek Medved has decided he will be leaving his term two years early to focus on his growing business, FOX 21 has learned. “I have things on the horizon I need to focus on for business,” Medved said in a statement to FOX…

Some Food Shelves Looking Bare After ‘Season Of Giving’

January 20, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some food shelves are becoming a little emptier again now that the season of giving is over. That’s the case at Duluth Harbor Rescue Mission, which supports people experiencing homelessness, addiction and abuse. The mission need food like pasta sauces, cans of soup, tuna, and boxed meals. “When someone comes in and asks if you have a…

Duluth ‘Law Enforcement Accountability Network’ Marks One Year, Calls For More Feedback

January 20, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A data-driven police accountability group in Duluth is calling on more people from all communities to share experiences they’ve had with police — good or bad — as the group recognizes its one-year mark. The Law Enforcement Accountability Network, or LEAN Duluth, says it has no political agenda. The goal is to produce hard research through all…

Duluth Grill Closed For Renovations

January 20, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Last Monday, The Duluth Grill closed up to begin renovations on the building. Including some new flooring and taking time to do some deep cleaning. Coming up on the 21st year of business at Duluth Grill, co-owner Louis Hanson tells us they decided to renovate again as investing in the building also helps with the customer experience….

Lake Superior Zoo Continues Optimal Care through Sub-Zero Temps

January 20, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — On a day like today where it might not even hit zero, we have to take extra precautions to keep ourselves protected, but the Lake Superior zoo also takes extra steps to make sure their animals are taken care of in these frigid temperatures. “We are in one of the strongest positions that we have ever been…

Gov. Walz’s Budget Would Send $175 Checks to Minnesotans From Surplus

January 20, 2022

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Governor Tim Walz is proposing $700 million in direct payments to Minnesotans from the state’s $7.7 billion surplus as part of his budget plan. According to the governor, the budget, if approved, would include sending checks of $175 to single tax filers earning up to $164,400 while couples earning up to $273,470 would get…

MDH Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann Announces Retirement

January 20, 2022

Site Staff,

(photo: Twitter) (FOX 9) – Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann has announced her plans to retire on Feb. 2, concluding more than 30 years of service in various public health roles. According to the announcement, Ehresmann has become a respected leader for her COVID-19 response work, as well as, more than three decades of service…