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68-Year-Old Twin Brothers Found Dead in Fire-Damaged Duluth Home

It was determined a fire inside the home in the past few days caused "considerable heat and smoke damages" before apparently going out on its own.

January 1, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two brothers were found dead Saturday in a home authorities with the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said burnt down recently. According to the Sheriff’s Office, authorities were responding to a possible structure fire at 5728 Industrial Road in Canosia Township Saturday. The person calling 911 stated they stopped at the address to check the welfare of friends,…

2021 Northland Year In Review: April-June

January 1, 2022

KQDS Staff,

Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Man Arrested After Allegedly Driving Denfeld Boys Basketball Team Bus Drunk, Coach Says

In an interview with FOX 21, Head Coach Homere identified the 47-year-old driver from the St. Louis County Jail roster.

December 31, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A frightening ride back home for the Denfeld Boys Basketball team Thursday night, who discovered on the road back from Hibbing that their coach bus driver was allegedly driving them drunk, according to coaches. “He just kept repeating everything he was saying and we were like it’s clear that something is not right and having these kids on…

Keyport Liquor and Lounge Packed with Customers Seeking New Years Spirits

Experts say supply chain issues are holding up liquor being imported from outside the country.

December 31, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Like many liquor stores in the area, Keyport Liquor and Lounge on Belknap Street in Superior saw a lot of traffic Friday. Along with beer, champagne of course was a big hit on New Year’s Eve. “Today it’s champagne, champagne, champagne,” said Store Manager Adam Mitchell. According to Mitchell, they’re with liquor stores across the country seeing a…

Police: Mall of America Shooting Leaves 2 People Injured

December 31, 2021

Site Staff,

Photo: FOX9 MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Two people have been shot and wounded following an apparent altercation at the Mall of America, sending New Year’s Eve shoppers scrambling for safety and placing the Minneapolis mall on temporary lockdown. Bloomington Police Department officials say the shooting happened about 4:30 p.m. Friday. One man suffered a gunshot wound to the leg during…

Twin Ports Prepare For a Lively New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH/SUPERIOR — Authorities are expecting a busier New Year’s Eve this year with it falling on a Friday and local businesses and law enforcement have been planning all day to make sure they have their bases covered heading in to 2022. Last year’s holiday was a bit quieter coming out of the pandemic and that combined with the a holiday…

Building Tear Down, Closing Long-Standing Family Businesses

December 31, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A building downtown is being torn down to build a new parking lot but it is displacing and closing many long-standing businesses. For one of the business’, the end of the year, is the end of the line. Today was the last day open for Chinese dragon restaurant after the owner of the building, Hall Equities out…

Larsmont Lodge Has Something For Everyone This New Years Eve

December 31, 2021

Natalie Noury,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Bars aren’t the only ones prepared for the New Year’s Eve rush over at Larsmont Lodge up in Two Harbors they’re cooking up some fun activities for the family to enjoy. With a wide variety of like back country skiing, snowshoeing, and a free public ice skating rink, and guided outdoor activities like skiing tours, or…

Fire Destroys Unoccupied Home in Hibbing Early Friday Morning

The unoccupied house was engulfed in flames when crews arrived. No injuries were reported

December 31, 2021

Site Staff,

Photo: Northland FireWire HIBBING, Minn.- A home in rural Hibbing has been destroyed by a structure fire early Friday morning. According to the Friends of the Northland FireWire, the blaze was reported just before 6:00 a.m. in the 3300 block of Bunker Road. The unoccupied house was engulfed in flames when crews arrived. No injuries were reported Fire departments from…

Active Adventures: Curl with Friends at Wild State Cider’s New Outdoor Rink

December 31, 2021

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s Rusty Mehlberg takes us to the new outdoor curling rink at Wild State Cider. After seeing the success of bars in the Twin Cities doing this same type of operation, the cider decided to freeze its own rink. They have a goal of hosting an eight-week outdoor curling league along with…

1 Dead, 2 With Life-Threatening Injuries In Highway 1 Crash Near Ely

December 31, 2021

KQDS Staff,

MNDOT The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash near Ely that killed one woman and seriously injured two others. The accident happened around 4:50 p.m. Thursday on Highway 1 (also known as Highway 169) at Camp Lake Road in Morse Township, which is about six miles southwest of Ely. Investigators say Ryan Anthony Ried, 38, of Superior was…

Duluth’s Bed Bath & Beyond To Close

December 31, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you love Bed Bath & Beyond, you better get there soon because the store in Duluth on Miller Trunk Highway will be closing. Customers were emailed about the closure Thursday with a promotion for a store-wide sale for every department. The ad did not say when the store will officially close its doors. The closure is…

2021 Northland Year In Review: January-March

December 31, 2021

KQDS Staff,

Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Hermantown Boys Hockey Finding ways to Connect with Community Youth

December 30, 2021

Natalie Noury,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Even though it was a little cold, it didn’t stop the Hermantown boy’s hockey team from coming out to their outdoor rinks after their win Thursday afternoon to skate around with some local hockey players. Skate with the hawks is an annual event the Hermantown boy’s hockey program likes to do, to give back, and spend some…

Police Departments Planning For a Busy New Year’s Eve

December 30, 2021

Natalie Noury,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Duluth and Superior police are taking extra precautions for Friday night’s deep freeze, as people celebrate into the New Year. Police are expecting extra excitement with New Year’s Eve falling on a Friday, and they’re reminding partygoers, if they want to go out and have fun, they need to do it safely, and try to find a…

Fans to Return to 2022 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

December 30, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The countdown is on for the upcoming John Beargrease sled dog marathon – this year with fans! For more than 40 years, excited dogs and their mushers have run up the North Shore, starting in Duluth and ending in Grand Portage. But the 2021 race was like no other – no spectators because of the pandemic, but…

3 Arrested, More Expected In Hayward-Area Burglaries, Thefts

December 30, 2021

Dan Hanger,

HAYWARD, Wis. – Authorities have arrested three Hayward men after “multiple burglaries and thefts” in the Hayward area. The Sawyer Count Sheriff’s Office said the weeks-long investigation in conjunction with the LCO Police Department and Town of Hayward Police Department. The men range from 25 to 32 years old. Charges have not been filed yet. Sheriff Doug Mrotek said he…

Duluth Fire Department Experiences Historic One Day Number of Retirees

Including Asst. Chief Clint Reff and Fire Marshal Sandy McComb, a combined 256 years of service left the Department Thursday.

December 30, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The end of the year 2021 seeing the retirement of 12 personnel on the Duluth Fire Department – leaving with a combined 256 years of service under their belts. Many of the retirees have worn hats other than firefighter, like Fire Marshal Sandy McComb. Retiring after 24 years, she’s been in charge of car seat clinics for about…

Last Pieces of Last Place on Earth Up for Bid at Seller’s Auction Next Month

They'll host an auction for the two Last Place on Earth signs, hundreds of old albums ranging from 70s rock to disco, and even some fun adult items.

December 30, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Next month you could own an infamous part of Duluth history — the old Last Place on Earth store. The controversial head shop was shut down after owner Jim Carlson was arrested for willingly selling illegal synthetic drugs, mislabeled as incense and bath salts that were toxic to humans. After the FBI inspected what was left in storage…

Be Wary of Frostbite, Hypothermia while Ringing in New Year, Firefighters Say

Frostbite can set in in less than 10 minutes on exposed skin, so emergency officials say layers are your friend in the cold.

December 30, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- With temperatures dipping in and out of subzero the past few days, Duluth’s firefighters are telling people to be extra careful in the cold to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Frostbite can set in in less than 10 minutes on exposed skin, so emergency officials say layers are your friend in the cold. But it’s still good to recognize…

Juror: Kim Potter Made Mistake But Was Still Responsible

December 30, 2021

Dan Hanger,

(Court TV, via AP, Pool) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A member of the jury that convicted Minnesota police officer Kim Potter of manslaughter in the killing of Daunte Wright says jurors felt she made an honest mistake when she drew her firearm instead of her Taser, but that she was still responsible for his death. The juror spoke with KARE-TV reporter…

Man Gets 100 Months In Prison For Damage In Minneapolis Protest

December 30, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A federal judge has sentenced a St. Paul man to more than eight years in prison for burning, looting and damaging businesses during a 2020 protest against police brutality in Minneapolis. U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz sentenced 32-year-old Victor Devon Edwards on Wednesday to 100 months in prison and two years of supervised. A jury convicted Edwards…

Big Snow A Welcomed Sight At ‘Hi Banks Resort’

December 29, 2021

Mason Kroll,

FREDENBERG, Minn. – With plenty of snow on the ground and cold air now settled in Hi Banks Resort is ready for winter business. The resort is on Fish Lake in Fredenberg Township. It’s a popular spot for anglers and snowmobilers to stop in for a drink or stay the night in one of four cabins there. Hi Bank’s Resort…

Extra Patrols on Minnesota Roads Throughout New Year’s Day

Nearly 500 Fatalities Have Occurred on Minnesota Roads in 2021

December 29, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – While many make plans to go out and ring in the New Year with friends and family while having a few adult beverages, the Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety is reminding drivers to plan ahead and be responsible. “500 families this year have planned or will plan a funeral for a loved one who’s not coming home…

New Year, New Gym Memberships

December 29, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Gyms are prepared for a surge in clients, knowing that the New Year resolutions have been made, and January first tends to be the days that those start. One gym in Duluth, XMT-3 Training isn’t your ordinary gym, it specializes in one-on-one personal training that focus on workouts that promote your overall health, and are tailored to…

City Issues 200 Tickets, Tows During First Snow Emergency

December 29, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — This is the first year the city of Duluth has been able to declare snow emergencies, giving residents a place to move their cars to help with the snow plowing process and with back to back storms over the past couple of days, Duluth and its residents are learning as they go. “I think our goal has…

Bentleyville Looking For More Volunteers To Help With Tear-Down

December 29, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Bentleyville Tour Of Lights in Duluth wrapped up its final night on Sunday, and now volunteers are helping put all those displays away. We caught up with one young man who down to help out with his volunteer group, called Youth In Action, while he’s home from school on winter break. He said he likes visiting…

Footwear That Will Help Prevent Slipping On Ice

December 29, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — With winter weather hitting the Northland, icy spots are all over the place, even ones you can’t see. Tortoise And Hare in Duluth sells footwear that provides more traction on the bottom of your feet to help prevent slipping and falling on ice. The store sells different brands, such as Icebug, which include boots with the traction…

New Years by The Lake Returns To Greysolon

December 29, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Hundreds of people have RSVP’d to Duluth’s hottest event on New Year’s Eve, the annual New Year’s By the Lake at the Greysolon Plaza. Lundeen Productions puts this event on every year, and while the event was virtual last year, it’s finally back in person, where the venue accommodates multiple live performances from local bands, a comedian,…

Man Shot Through Living Room Window In Virginia; Suspect On The Run

December 29, 2021

Dan Hanger,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A suspect was on the run Wednesday evening after a shooting in Virginia that injured a man. According to the Virginia Police Department, someone shot multiple times through the victim’s living room window from outside at about 5 a.m. Wednesday on the 500 block of 12th Street South. The victim was struck once by a bullet while…

Report: Few Minnesota Departments Adopt Body Camera Guidelines

December 29, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Most Minnesota law enforcement agencies have chosen not to implement guidelines mandating officers with a history of misconduct wear body cameras. The League of Minnesota Cities two years ago created a model policy requiring problem officers wear cameras. A Minneapolis Star Tribune analysis found only 10 of 108 agencies with publicly available body camera policies have implemented…

2 Minnesota Snowmobilers Die in Southern Montana Avalanche

December 29, 2021

The Associated Press,

COOKE CITY, Mont. (AP) – Two Minnesota men died in an avalanche in the mountains north of Yellowstone National Park. Park County officials say a group of eight snowmobilers was riding near Scotch Bonnet Mountain north of Cooke City at mid-day Monday. One of the men got stuck on a southeast-facing slope and another man was trying to help dig…

MN Nurses Association Voices Displeasure Over New COVID-19 Guidelines

December 29, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – The head of the Minnesota Nurses Association is ripping new CDC guidelines that shorten the recommended COVID-19 quarantine periods. Under the new recommendations, vaccinated health care workers who are exposed no longer must isolate. M-N-A president Mary Turner called the new policy a “disaster.” Turner said,” It may be good for businesses’ bottom lines to…

City Of Duluth Issues, Explains First-Ever Snow Emergency

December 28, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – After more than two years in the making, the city of Duluth issued its first-ever snow emergency Tuesday requiring all vehicles on designated emergency routes with signage to be off the street by 9 p.m. and stay that way until 6 p.m. Wednesday. If vehicles are not moved, drivers could be towed or ticketed. But Chief Administrative…

Great Outdoors: Winter Flows At Gooseberry Falls

December 28, 2021

KQDS Staff,

Categories: Entertainment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Antibody Treatments Being Given To Counteract Effects of Omicron Variant

December 28, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Thousands of people who have had covid in the Twin Ports, have also received what are called Monoclonal Antibody Treatments from Essentia and St. Luke’s. The antibody treatments have been around for over a year now, and are given through an IV infusion. St. Luke’s has been giving this to around 30 covid patients weekly, but now…

Sen. Klobuchar Hosts Discussion on Alzheimer’s Funding, Care, and Research

December 28, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Tuesday, Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar hosted a panel of six guests to discuss the topic of Alzheimer’s in America. Among the individual topics discussed included education of the debilitating disease, long-term insurance, support for caregivers, funding to pay living wages for healthcare workers, and reducing the stigma surrounding the disease. Many of the panelists that brought…

Action Packed Movie Theaters As Crowds Funnel Back Into Cinemas

December 28, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Time to get your popcorn, because the lines at the movies are picking up as titles like Spiderman and Ghost Busters are bringing more people to theaters. Marcus Duluth Cinema in Canal Park is back to full operations, but always gets a little busier around the holidays, and especially during the winter months. The General Manager of…

Animal Allies Collecting K9 Friendly Ice Melt, Encouraging Others to Use

December 28, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Ice melt is great for breaking down slippery areas on roads and sidewalks, but it can be very toxic for other members of the family. Animal Allies is collecting K9 friendly ice melt for their sheltered dogs, and also telling people that normal ice melt can be bad for animals, leaving pets paws irritated which they can…

Adopt a Fire Hydrant to Help Firefighters

December 28, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — With all the snow Duluth has seen in the past couple of days, fire officials are reminding people of the importance of clearing the snow around fire hydrants. As Duluth gets so much snow annually, city road maintenance crews plow and often push the snow to the sides, which covers fire hydrants. When responding to emergencies, fire…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Spoon’s Studio

December 28, 2021

Adam Jagunich,

DULTUH, Minn. – In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we take you inside Spoon’s Studio in Duluth. It’s a new recording spot for people of all talents, with a goal of bringing the community together through music. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes you there. Categories: Business, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Grim Milestone: Minnesota Tops One Million COVID Cases Since March of 2020

December 28, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota has topped a million cases of the coronavirus since the pandemic began in March of 2020. The state Department of Health confirmed 4,155 new cases, lifting the total number of infections to 1,000,361. The figures released Monday do not include cases from the holiday weekend, which are expected to be updated Tuesday. Minnesota’s case count includes…

Appeals Court: Group Can Sue Over Mining Rules

December 28, 2021

The Associated Press,

ELY, Minn. (AP) – A Minnesota appellate court has affirmed that a wilderness advocacy group has the standing to challenge state rules on copper mine sites. The Minnesota Appeals Court’s ruling Monday means that Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness’ lawsuit can continue. The group filed the action in June 2020 arguing the 29-year-old sitting rules should prohibit copper mining along waters…

Recent Storm Still Not Enough to Call Duluth’s First Snow Emergency

December 27, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.-Many may be wondering why the city of Duluth has not yet issued its first snow emergency for this recent dumping of snow. According to the city’s public information officer Kate Van Daele, snow emergencies are only declared when there aren’t full plow crews, the type of snow is different, or any other reason that main open roads can’t…

Duluth Businesses Ready For New Years Eve Sales, Holiday Gift Cards

December 27, 2021

KQDS Staff,

The busy Christmas weekend is over and now businesses in Duluth are getting ready for New Year’s celebrations — and sales. Jason Vincent, owner of the Boat Club Restaurant and Bar, said the week ahead into the New Year eve is going to be a busy one, as his New Year’s Eve meal special is almost sold out. On top…

Duluth Wakes Up, Digs Out of Blizzard-Like Storm Monday

From shoveling to sledding the snow definitely brought people out and got them busy.

December 27, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dozens woke up Monday to dig out of the almost one foot of snow that fell across the Twin Ports. But being the Northland, there were some enjoying it too. “Welcome to Duluth. Get a shovel. get a snowblower, you’re gonna be out here for quite a few hours that’s for sure,” said Tristan Genin. Genin’s mom decided to…

Coffee Conversation: Get Ready to Ring in 2022 with New Years By the Lake

December 27, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coffee Conversation, Brett Scott speaks with Tracy Lundeen about the return of New Year’s By the Lake. There are two types of admission. The Ultimate Package includes the 5-course dinner, the comedy show at the NorShor, and access to all 3 venues to party at the end of the night. The Party Package includes admittance…

Vets: Keep Your Pet Active, Warm in Winter

They say to make sure to shovel a path for your dog to do their business, whether on a walk or in the backyard.

December 27, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It could be easy to hit the couch and cuddle your cat or dog close during weather like this, but vets at local animal hospitals say it’s important to get them walking even in the winter in a safe way. “It’s one more thing in the storm to do but pets are important and need to be taken…

CDC Recommends Shorter COVID Isolation, Quarantine For All

December 27, 2021

Dan Hanger,

NEW YORK (AP) – U.S. health officials are cutting isolation restrictions for Americans who test positive for the coronavirus and shortening the time that close contacts have to quarantine. People with the virus can leave isolation after five days, down from 10 days. People exposed to the virus can also leave quarantine after five days. The Centers for Disease Control…

Snowstorm Closes Bentleyville For The Season

December 27, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Bentleyville Tour of Lights announced Monday afternoon that its final day of the season was canceled because of the wicked snowstorm over the Northland. The following message was posted on Bentleyville’s Facebook page about Monday’s closure: “Sorry folks, but due to the strong winds and large amount of snow Bentleyville will NOT open for it’s finally night…