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MnDot warns of holiday travel conditions

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is urging travelers to check out road conditions using their 5-1-1 system before heading out to their holiday destinations. One area of concern is blown ice, which occurs after snow is shifted out onto roadways…

Wisconsin DNR could be in upheaval

Republicans are considering splitting up Wisconsin's Department of Natural Resources, scattering parks, forestry, environmental, hunting and fishing programs among three existing agencies and two new ones. The Wisconsin State Journal reported Thursday that lawmakers behind the plan say they're pursuing…

The Breeze Inn Celebrates 5 Years

The Breeze Inn may seem small on the outside, but there was a big party inside. The Inn's owners are celebrating 5 years of serving up, good times, cold drinks, and their signature Juicy Lucy burgers. [field59_video key="7ef40500bf499115367df817076608695cd30591" account="KQDS" playlist=""…

Duluth Airport Sweetens Holiday Travels

With the holiday's almost here it's a busy time to travel. The Duluth International Airport is already bustling with people off to their holiday destinations. The Duluth Airport Authority made traveler's trips a little sweeter with some warm holiday cookies.…

2 Bodies Found Outside Superior Home

UPDATE: After an exam of the scene, preliminary investigation and preliminary autopsy results, Superior Police Department reports that it appears both Shirley Johnson and Richard Ellison, who were found outside of their home in the Butler Park are of Superior…

Volunteers Gift Wrap for the Salvation Army

DULUTH, Minn. - Volunteers have been working hard throughout the holiday season gift wrapping Christmas presents at the Miller Hill Mall. All of the proceeds raised go to the Salvation Army. They…

New Nordic Trail at Spirit Mountain

DULUTH, Minn. - Business leaders from all around the region have now donated about $70,000 to help make the Grand Avenue Nordic Center a reality. This money will now go into…

Deputy shooting found to be justified

A St. Louis County sheriff’s deputy was found justified in using deadly force to shoot a fleeing felon. Deputy Tim Officer  shot 27-year-old Aaron Boshey of Tower after a 17-minute car chase through Eveleth Nov. 22. Boshey was originally pulled…

Great Outdoors: Sunshine On The Slopes

DULUTH, Minn- Just a few short days ago was not a good time to be outside. Minnesota Duluth student and experienced skier Ben Merrill remembers, "It was freezing,…

St. Louis Co. Board Approves 8.5 Percent Property Tax Increase

(PRESS RELEASE) The St. Louis County Board has approved it's 2017 budget, totaling $387,159,183. The budget includes an 8.5 percent property tax levy increase, with much of the increase necessary to fund skyrocketing out-of-home placement costs and other investments in…

Carlton County Jail looking at enhancements

The Carlton County Jail took a huge step today in making their jail stronger. Numerous law enforcement stakeholders met in there today to discuss how the needs and issues the…

Canelake's Candies Keeping Up with Demand

VIRGINIA, Minn. - The busiest place on the Iron Range this week is Canelake’s Candies in Virginia. They’ve received hundreds of orders this month and an influx of customers every day leading up…

Toy Drive Targets Older Children in Need

DULUTH, Minn. – Special delivery, and just in time for Christmas! Natalie Froistad and William Seay from Fox 21 Local News at Seven paid a visit to the Boys and…

Aurora man pleads guilty to murdering former girlfriend

John Joseph Plevell pleaded guilty on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 to intentional second-degree murder in the November 8, 2015 shooting death of Julie Ann Hildreth outside the Aurora American Legion club, St. Louis County Attorney, Mark Rubin, said. Plevell, 52,…

Beer company touts higher alcohol content in Milwaukee ads

MILWAUKEE, Wis (AP) - Miller Coors says advertisements touting the alcohol content of one of its cheapest beers are aimed at transparency so consumers can make informed choices. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports billboards along the city's freeway's say the…

Gov. Walker writes letter to Trump to help citizens of Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. - Governor Scott Walker, today, sent a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, outlining actions he believes the incoming administration should take immediately upon entering office to restore state control over the governance of a number of programs and…

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