City Seeks Public Input on Duluth Traverse Mini Master Plan
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Traverse is a first of its kind 100 mile trail system that links neighborhoods and people to parks and green spaces. The plan has been in the works…
Latest Headlines
Belknap Construction Project is Beginning in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Construction to improve Belknap Street in Superior is beginning as soon as the weather is warm enough. People involved with the project say the current street is reaching the end…
It's Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the first day of spring, and Dairy Queens across the Northland and Nation, is celebrating with free Ice Cream Cones Ice Cream Cones are free today at participating Dairy…
Construction Begins on Slip Bridge
DULUTH, Minn.-Construction began on the Duluth Slip Bridge today. The bridge has had major issues over the years, causing it to constantly close. The new system they are installing, will be…
Evening Update 03-20-17
Your latest local headlines and weather forecast.
New Michigan Ad Campaign to Raise Awareness for Child Vaccinations
LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Michigan health officials are launching a vaccination campaign aimed at preventing serious diseases in children. The "I Vaccinate" campaign by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Franny Strong Foundation and other health officials…
4-Year-Old Boy Accidentally Hangs Himself in Mankato Store
MANKATO, Minn. (KMSP) - Police in Mankato, Minnesota say a 4-year-old boy died of an accidental strangulation over the weekend when he went into a changing room by himself and got his hooded sweatshirt stuck…
Border Protection Officer Found Dead at Border
GRAND PORTAGE, Minn. - The Cook County Sheriff's Office reports that around 6 p.m. Sunday, March 19, the Cook County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from the Grand Portage Port of Entry where a male US Customs & Border…
Hibbing, Virginia RadioShack Set to Close
RadioShack has announced it will be closing hundreds of stores across the country, including seven in Minnesota. The retailer will be shutting down 552 stores, according to the Business Insider. Those that have been selected are reported to have high…
Man Drowns While Rescuing Dog in Chequamegon Bay
ASHLAND, Wis. - Around 7:20 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, the Ashland County Sheriff's Office received a report of a male, Ashland resident, Ronald Werchowski, 55, who was overdue from walking his dog near Krehr Park in Ashland. The caller…
Wellness Advocate Promotes Essential Oils
DULUTH, Minn. - For thousands of years, people have healed with nature's touch. Essential oils are used around the world and found in the seeds, bark, stems roots, flowers, and…
Group Hopes to Spread Meaning of Wellness
DULUTH, Minn. - This weekend Northlanders are promoting wellness in the region and at home for the whole family for the Northland Community Wellness Day. This is a free community event highlighting…
DOJ: Minneapolis Lacked Coordination, but Kept Peace in 4th Precinct Protests
MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) - The Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) on Monday released its after-action report of the City of Minneapolis and Minneapolis Police Department's response to…
House GOP Envisions Big Tax Cuts, Some Government Cuts
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota House Republicans are cuing up cuts to some health care programs and state government agencies while drumming up nearly $1.4 billion in tax relief. House legislative leaders offered up few details on their budgetary…
$1 Million Powerball Ticket Sold in Duluth
ROSEVILLE, Minn. - A Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold at the Holiday Stationstore at 5430 Grand Avenue in Duluth for the March 18, 2017 drawing. The winning numbers were 13-25-44-54-67,…
Zack Filipovich Vying for Duluth City Council Re-Election
DULUTH, Minn.- City Councilor Zack Filipovich announced he is running for reelection to the Duluth City Council at Large. At the age of 25, Filipovich was the youngest…
Northland College Working to Serve 80% Local Food
ASHLAND, Wis.- Around 50 percent of Northland College in Ashland’s food supply is sourced locally. But Northland College is working to have even more local food available, and plans…
Nikki's Notebook: Northland College Pledges Sanctuary
ASHLAND, Wis.- Northland College in Ashland pledged to be a Sanctuary school for Immigrant students. College President Michael Miller says Northland college has a history of commitment to social justice…
Boxers Fight to Knock Out Bullying
HIBBING, Minn.- A program in Hibbing is working to knock out bullying It’s a campaign by Iron Range Boxing to help fight bullying. Youth groups attend a…
Ely Man Seriously Injured In Snowmobile Accident
ELY, Minn. - An Ely man is fighting for his life after crashing his snowmobile. St. Louis County Sheriff's Office identified the victim as 48 years old. The accident happened. Around 3 p.m. Sunday on Shagawa Lake north of Ely.…
Meet Esko's Senior Core Of Four
The defining aspect of any high school team is its senior leadership, and out at Esko High School that responsibility falls with four young athletes. "Ben Fisher, forward." "Stone DeLeon,…
Mayor Emily Larson Ready For State Of City Address
[gtxvideo vid='0bTKdc4m' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0bTKdc4m.jpg' vtitle='Mayor Emily Larson Ready For State Of City Address'] DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth Mayor Emily Larson was going over final touches Sunday for her second State of the City Address since taking office in 2016. On Monday,…
Children Get a Taste of Being an Engineer for 1 Day
DULUTH, Minn.- Around 40 3rd, 4th and 5th graders had a small taste of what it’s like to be an engineer. The Society of Women Engineers at UMD hosted the Spring…
Registrations Opened for Family Freedom School
DULUTH, Minn.- The Family Freedom center opened up registrations for the Family Freedom school, a 12 week program designed to engage and empower black families and community members. The program addresses internalized…
Saint Fennessy 4K Run A Success
DULUTH, Minn. - No walk up registrations welcome at this year’s St. Fennessy 4k fun run as it sold out for the first time ever. 600 racers laced them up early this…
Take Action Duluth Wants Paid Sick Leave
DULUTH, Minn. - How would you like to earn paid sick leave from work no matter your yearly earning's? Take action Minnesota met in 6 locations state wide today to join…
Figure Skaters Show Off Talents
DULUTH, Minn. - Hundreds of skaters of all skill levels put on a performance for friends and family today at Lake View Arena. Celebrating 90 years the show was also a…
Rangers Roll Past Esko For Section 7AA Title
DULUTH, Minn- Crosby-Ironton gets redemption for last years section 7AA finals game, beating Esko at Romano Gym 52 to 46. The State Tournament up next for the Rangers. [field59_video key="4b555473bf9f5b274cca0fe0f0e2ff03fc178b73" account="KQDS" playlist="" pid="eyhbGNjO" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vLFbR8TO-120.jpg?cachebust=1489892166068" vtitle="Rangers Roll Past Esko For Section…
Son of Alleged Nazi Wants Evidence Released
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) The son of a Minnesota man sought by Polish authorities in a Nazi massacre is asking that evidence against his father be released. A court in Poland recently issued an arrest warrant for Michael Karkoc, opening the way…
