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St. Louis County Atty. Will Conduct ‘Careful Review’ Of Proctor H.S. Football Investigation

October 25, 2021

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Attorney’s released its first statement Monday involving the recent criminal investigation involving some members of the Proctor High School football program. County Attorney Kimberly Maki said her office has received the Proctor Police Department’s reports on the investigation and “will conduct a thorough and careful review of the evidence before making any charging…

Whistleblower Haugen Says Facebook Makes Online Hate Worse

October 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

LONDON (AP) — Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen told British lawmakers Monday that the social media giant stokes online hate and extremism, fails to protect children from harmful content and lacks any incentive to fix the problems, providing momentum for efforts by European governments working on stricter regulation of tech companies. While her testimony echoed much of what she told the U.S. Senate this month,…

School Board Resignations Triple in Minnesota

Nearly 70 Board Members Have Resigned in 2021, Triple the Number of Resignations in a Regular Year

October 25, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Contentious disagreements over COVID-19 policies and critical race theory have caused a significant increase in the number of local school board resignations in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota School Boards Association, nearly 70 board members have resigned from their positions this year, triple the number of resignations in a regular year. The association says that equates…

DuluCon Blasts Through 2021 in New Space at Miller Hill Mall

The Convention was able to spread out their main stage and videogame tournament, panelists, vendors, and more end-to-end throughout the mall.

October 24, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- DuluCon has gone through quite a few evolutions in its three-year history. From starting out just at the Encounter Youth Center downtown in 2019 to going virtual during the pandemic last year, the event came back in full force in 2021. “This was a very experimental year. It was, briefly, it was a success,” said Josh Effinger, member…

COVID-19 Wave Overwhelms Rural Hospitals Short On ICU Beds

October 24, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The case of a rural Minnesota man who waited two days for an ICU bed and later died is among several examples that have frustrated officials in rural hospitals whose facilities are overwhelmed by COVID-19 patients. Bob Cameron spent two days in his hometown hospital in Hallock, Minnesota, where caregivers searched nonstop for space in a larger…

Fire Damages House For Homeless In Virginia, 7 Displaced

October 24, 2021

Dan Hanger,

Courtesy: Northland FireWire VIRGINIA, Minn. – Seven residents of a house for people who are homeless were displaced by fire Saturday in Virginia. The flames broke out around 4 p.m. at Bill’s House on the 200-block of 3rd Street North, according to the Northland FireWire. Courtesy: Northland FireWire When firefighters arrived, they found a mattress on fire. One bedroom was…

Small Plane Crashes into Wisconsin Home, Kills 2 Onboard

October 24, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MARENGO, Wis. (AP) – Authorities say two people died when a single-engine plane crashed into a home in northwestern Wisconsin. The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office received numerous 911 calls about 2:40 p.m. Saturday with reports of the crash in the town of Marengo. No one on the ground was hurt. The sheriff’s department says the victims are a 29-year-old man…

Duluth Seeing Surge Of Tourists For MEA Weekend

October 24, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — MEA weekend happens during the perfect time of year where families come up to the North Shore for the long weekend and take in the final warm days of fall before the winter. People and families from all over the state travel this weekend, and the preferred destination for many seems to be the North Shore. Crowds…

Duluth Preservation Alliance Annual Awards Recognize Cities History

October 24, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The West Theater held the 40th Duluth Preservation Alliance Awards this week which help recognize some historical properties in the area and how they have been preserved. Some of these properties have been standing since the 1800’s, and have gone through heavy preservation work. Award recipients include places like the George A. Tomlinson house on Hawthorne Road,…

Duluth Police Union Local 807 Calls for Transparency from City Administration in Labor Negotiations

The wage and healthcare negotiations come amid one of the police department's worst staffing shortages they've seen in years.

October 23, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Union Local 807 is speaking out, asking for transparency from Mayor Emily Larson’s administration as they continue negotiating wage and healthcare changes — amid one of the police department’s worst staffing shortages they’ve seen in years. Union members say they met with city leaders to talk about a 15% bump in pay to police officers’…

MEA Weekend Drawing In Crowds

October 22, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — MEA weekend comes at the perfect time of year, where students and teachers K-12, get a few extra days off to enjoy the fall. People and families from all over the state travel this weekend, and the preferred destination for many seems to be the North Shore. Crowds gathered on the Lakewalk Friday in Canal Park to…

Duluth Children’s Museum Costume Drive Aims to Help All Families Have a Fun Halloween

The costumes are free to anyone in need and will be available for pick up Friday through Sunday during regular business hours.

October 22, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Children’s Museum is hosting a costume drive so all families can look forward to a fun Halloween. The museum is accepting all gently used or new children’s costumes from size birth and up. The costumes are free to anyone in need and will be available for pick up Friday through Sunday during regular business hours. Organizers…

14 Year Old Builds His Own Haunted Walk-Through

October 22, 2021

Natalie Noury,

PIEDMONT, Minn. — A young man from Piedmont is using his imagination and love for Halloween to create his very own haunted walk-through in his yard. Ryan has loved Halloween ever since he was little and has worked with his dad building and collecting different scary characters over the years to help create his Halloween yard walk-through. Taking place in…

2nd Annual Dulucon Begins

It will continue throughout the weekend at the mall and at the Encounter Youth Center.

October 22, 2021

Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn. — The second annual Dulucon began on Friday at the Miller Hill Mall. It will continue throughout the weekend at the mall and at the Encounter Youth Center. For more information, click here. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News Tags: DuluCon, duluth, Miller Hill Mall

Minnesota Fire Chiefs Gather for Conference at the DECC

October 22, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association hosts a conference at the DECC with about 545 fire chiefs and crew members in attendance. The conference’s primary goal is to bring Minnesota fire chiefs and trainees together to network, learn, and improve their tactics. “This is a great turnout to see all of our chief officer colleagues and firefighters and…

City of Duluth Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Northland Alert

October 22, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth City Officials encourage residents to sign up for Northland Alert. This automated messaging system will notify people of snow emergencies and other hazardous events occurring in designated areas. The alert system services Duluth, Hermantown, Virginia, and more. The service allows residents to receive a text message, phone call, or email about a nearby incident. The city will…

National Take Back Prescription Drug Day Held Saturday

Experts say there has been a 31% increase in opioid use since the start of the pandemic.

October 22, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday is the annual ‘Take Back Prescription Drugs Day’ hosted by local law enforcement agencies across the country. On Friday, state leaders got together virtually urging people to properly dispose of their unwanted or unused prescription medication. Experts say there has been a 31% increase in opioid use since the start of the pandemic. All the more…

Portion of Water Line on 56th and Grand to be Replaced Monday

October 22, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth will be replacing a portion of a lead water line located at 56th and Grand Avenue on Monday. A copper line will replace a lead line that has been leaking. Crews will begin work at 8:00 a.m. and are expected to be done by 5:00 p.m. During this time Grand Avenue will be…

U of M System To Require Proof of Vaccination for Faculty, Staff

October 22, 2021

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The University of Minnesota will require all faculty and staff system-wide to submit proof of vaccination to comply with President Joe Biden’s executive order that requires federal contractors and subcontractors to show proof of employee vaccinations. The university previously only required faculty and staff to attest to their vaccination status. How is the U of M…

‘Northland Alert’ Notifies Residents of Snow Emergencies and More

October 22, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is encouraging residents and visitors to sign up for “Northland Alert” notifications for when a snow emergency is declared in the city. Northland Alert is a partnership between the City of Duluth and St. Louis County. Other cities, including Hermantown, Hibbing, and Virginia, also partner on the program. By signing up, residents in…

Minneapolis Officer Charged in Pursuit That Killed Motorist

October 22, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A prosecutor says a Minneapolis police officer has been charged with manslaughter and vehicular homicide in a fatal crash in July that occurred while the officer was pursuing a stolen vehicle. Officer Brian Cummings was driving nearly 80 mph in Minneapolis with his siren and lights activated when his squad car slammed into a…

Active Adventures: Winter Activities in Store at Mont Du Lac Resort

October 22, 2021

Arman Rahman,

In this week’s Active Adventures, Meteorologist Ken Slama heads to Mont Du Lac Resort in Superior for a preview of their winter season. Season passes are going fast! Categories: Active Adventures, Entertainment, Minnesota, News Tags: Mont du Lac Resort

Duluth Firefighters Rescue Cat From Burning Building

October 22, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth firefighters rescued a cat from a burning building Thursday night. Firefighters could be seen giving the cat some oxygen after taking in too much smoke. The fire broke out around 7:15 p.m. on the 1600-block of Commonwealth Avenue in the Gary-New Duluth neighborhood. When crews arrived, flames were seen from the second floor of the four-plex….

St. Louis County Rescue Squad Trains Through Big Waves In Ship Canal

October 22, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Training was at an extreme for the St. Louis County Rescue Squad Wednesday in the Duluth Ship Canal. The waves were fierce, creating perfect conditions for the rescue squad crews to take out four boats and practice their swift-water rescue skills. At one point, their small Zodiac boat overturned in the big waves, but Capt. Rick Slatten…

Superior Flower Shop Joins ‘Petal It Forward’

October 22, 2021

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A flower shop in Superior is joining a nationwide event to help spread kindness to people in the community. Artistic Florals by Leslie is in on the “Petal it Forward” giveaway by handing out dozens of bouquets of flowers to places like hospitals, nursing homes and people on the street. “We want to just bring some joy…

MN Air Rescue Team Holds Demonstration At The DECC

October 21, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC became ground zero for an aerial search and rescue demonstration for Minnesota firefighters. The mock rescue was performed by the Minnesota Air Rescue Team, which is a joint venture between the Minnesota State Patrol and the St. Paul Fire Department. The team is available to assist hundreds of fire departments across the state for high-risk…

Duluth’s Clure Public Maritime Terminal to Receive More International Shipping

October 21, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Thursday, the Port of Duluth-Superior receives about 800 vessels and average of 35 million tons of cargo annually. But port officials made an announcement Thursday that could project these rates increasing, and the impact it’s going to have on surrounding areas. Duluths Clure Public Maritime terminal is expanding its capabilities now as larger volumes of international shipping…

Ruby’s Pantry Continuing to Provide For Those in Need

October 21, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — As the demand for food continues around the Twin Ports, different groups are making their resources available to help where they can. The third Thursday of every month for 12 years, the First United Methodist Church has held Ruby’s pop-up food pantry, where they are able to distribute different donated food to over 100 recipients for $20…

Business Group Networks Over Neon Disc Golf at Enger Golf Course

October 21, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A different kind of golfing took place tonight at Enger Golf Course for a Northland chapter of Business Network International. BNI held a networking event for some glow in the dark cosmic disc golf. They lit up holes 1, 2 and 18, for a three hole loop with the trees, sand traps, and baskets all lit up…

Mayor Emily Larson Talks Proposed 2022 Tourism Tax Allocations

October 21, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Mayor Emily Larson talked about the proposed 2022 Tourism Tax allocations and why those numbers changed compared to last year. One of the most significant changes involves funding for Visit Duluth. In August, Mayor Larson announced Bellmont Partners as Duluth’s new tourism marketing firm for the next three years. Last year Visit Duluth received $1.5 million from…

It’s Time to Prep Your Gardens for Winter

October 21, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- As we move into the colder months, freezing temperatures are here, and local garden experts have advice on how to prep your plants. A Resident Urban Farmer at the Duluth Community garden recommends preserving your harvest by drying your plants and removing any that may attract pests. Experts say prepping your garden with mulch and compost will help…

CHUM Announces “Fresh Fridays” Food Boxes

October 21, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- CHUM food bank in Downtown Duluth is making a new addition to its battle against hunger in the city. Starting tomorrow, they will be distributing produce as part of their new “Fresh Fridays” food box giveaway. They were struggling to find fresh food items for the community, but they could offer lettuce, milk, potatoes, and more with a…

The Great Pumpkin Train Stops in Duluth

The event is completely sold out.

October 21, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The North Shore Scenic Railroad is winding down its 2021 season, but not before capping it off with one of its most popular events before Halloween. The yearly “Pumpkin Train Express” went full steam ahead on Thursday. It brings passengers to a pumpkin patch to pick out some of the orange gourds. New this year, guests can…

Two Garages Suffer ‘Extensive Damage’ in Thursday Morning Fire in Eveleth

October 21, 2021

Site Staff,

EVELETH, Minn. – Two garages in Eveleth were ‘extensively damaged’ after a fire broke out early Thursday morning in one garage and spread to the second nearby garage. According to the Northland FireWire, six Iron Range fire departments responded to reports of a garage fire around 7:55 a.m. The fire was reported in the 600 block of Garfield Street. One…

Teachers Ask For Virus Protocols After Student, Staff Deaths

October 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Members of Minnesota’s teacher’s union are calling on on school leaders to do more to protect students and staff after the state Department of Health reported the first student death from COVID-19 this school year. Health officials said the student and two staff members died last week. That increased the total number of school fatalities…

Minnesota Colleges Investigate Alleged Sex Competition

October 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

COLLEGEVILLE, Minn. (AP) — The College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University is investigating allegations that some male students started a competition this fall to see who could have more sexual encounters with female students. The allegations were first reported by The Record, the student newspaper for both colleges, which are Roman Catholic schools. Katie Alvino, a spokeswoman for…

St. Louis County Public Health Updates Online COVID Dashboard To Include New Regional Data, Pediatric Information

October 21, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – St. Louis County Public Health has updated its online COVID-19 dashboard to include new and updated regional data as well as pediatric COVID information. Health officials say the dashboard now includes clearer data about transmission rates and trends in the county. New graphs have also been added showing the total number of new cases added…

CDC: Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Onions Imported From Mexico

October 21, 2021

KQDS Staff,

(FOX Business) – Onions imported from Chihuahua, Mexico, and sold in the United States have been linked to a salmonella outbreak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Wednesday. The CDC said fresh whole red, white and yellow onions were distributed by ProSource Inc. during their last import in late August. It noted that import onions can last…

UPDATE: Ex-Minneapolis Cop Gets 57 Months in Killing of 911 Caller

October 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A former Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot an unarmed woman after she called 911 to report a possible rape behind her home has been sentenced to 57 months in prison, which was the maximum term possible under the state’s sentencing guidelines. Mohamed Noor was initially convicted of third-degree murder and manslaughter in the 2017 death of…

Noor Faces New Sentence in Death of 911 Caller

October 21, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Leila Navidi/Star Tribune via AP, Pool, File) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A former Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot an unarmed woman after she called 911 to report that she heard a possible rape happening behind her home will be sentenced on a lesser charge. Mohamed Noor was initially convicted of third-degree murder and manslaughter in the July 2017 death of…

Starbase Receives $25,000 Grant From New Partner

October 20, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Starbase Minnesota-Duluth is excited to receive a $25,000 grant Wednesday from Enbridge Fueling Futures. Starbase is a non profit education organization that specializes in teaching area 5th graders in various branches of science, technology, engineering and math in a hands-on way. Starbase opened up their new state of the art building in September of 2020, and this…

St. Luke’s Raises Awareness During ‘Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month’

October 20, 2021

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The birthing center at St. Luke’s in Duluth is looking to remind grieving parents they are not alone during this Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Statistics show 1 in 4 families will suffer this type of loss at some point in their pregnancy journey. St. Luke’s looks to help families grieve by offering memento boxes with…

Sun Country Ready For Take Off Come December

October 20, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth International Airport is getting excited as they are closer to launching their Sun Country Airline which offers direct flights to two new and warm destinations starting in December. Sun Country is launching its first direct flights to Fort Myers, Florida and Phoenix, Arizona starting December 17th and running seasonally through April 25th of 2022. The…

Duluth Reminds Public of Snow Emergency Routes With Winter Approaching

October 20, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The snow isn’t here yet, but the cities of Duluth and Superior are in snow-prepping mode right now, and they’re sending out a few reminders for the community to be aware of what to do as the snow begins to fall. A snow emergency is when the city anticipates heavy snowfall to make driving conditions unsafe so…

‘Visit Duluth’ Board Agrees To Much Smaller Sales Role With City

October 20, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Visit Duluth — the city’s top marketing arm since 1935 — has agreed to a much smaller role with the city so it isn’t dissolved altogether. This comes after the city council recently approved a 2022 tourism marketing contract with Bellmont Partners out of the Twin Cities worth $1.8 million. The company came out on top after…

Union Gospel Mission Hosts Jacket Giveaway

October 20, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth’s Union Gospel Mission held their annual jacket giveaway earlier today. Since the beginning of the pandemic, the food shelf closed off their indoor rooms from the public but continued to serve hot meals and more, using a window to provide service. A table was set up outside the facility, filled with clothing and food, while people lined…

The Depot Welcomes Kids to Ojibwe Storytime

October 20, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Louis County Historical Society began its weekly Ojibwe storytime today at the Depot in Duluth. The museum’s Ojibwe gallery is currently closed for renovations, and Depot organizers want to continue educating people about the indigenous culture. Museum assistant Abby Johnson reads Ojibwe children’s books to kids every Wednesday to teach them about Native American history. “Hoping…

Duluth Firefighters Train in Old Seaway Hotel

October 20, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- For several months, the Duluth Fire Department used the old Seaway Hotel building in Lincoln Park to conduct hands-on training. Multiple fire grounds survival training sessions were held in the old Esmund building this past summer, but today’s fire training included a realistic and hazardous situation involving special effects. “The idea of this training is teaching every individual…

Truck Drivers Seeing Workforce Shortage

Faculty say, that the course has been thriving with a current waiting list for students.

October 20, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Technical Fields at Lake Superior College are going strong as several industries in the area and across the country are experiencing a workforce shortage. Specifically, the truck driving course at the college which is a 9-10 week course that combines online and in-person learning as students get to drive the trucks at the college’s site in Gary…

Local Appliance Stores Still Experiencing Supply Shortage

The reasoning behind the shortage? Lack of raw materials, shipping containers tripling in cost, and missing components all play a part in the long wait.

October 20, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Businesses in the area are continuing to see a supply chain shortage with not being able to get certain products in a timely manner, or not at all. “This all-new territory since probably the beginning of second quarter last year, Daughtery Appliance Sales Owner, Scott Boedigheimer says. Daughtery Appliance Sales in West Duluth has been around for…