Minnesota News

Essentia Health unveils new robotic surgical option

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) -- If you have knee issues, Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes is offering a new robotic surgical option. ROSA Knee System uses real-time data to provide customized surgery. The minimally invasive robot-assisted surgeries can improve patient…

Clay County attorney officially launches reelection bid

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) - Clay County Attorney Brian Melton has announced his intention to seek reelection. “I’m excited to get the campaign underway,” Melton said. “We have a great team at the Clay County Attorney’s Office, and I look forward…

Fatal tree accident in Brandon, Minnesota

BRANDON, Minn. (KVRR) -- A man is dead after being found pinned under a tree in Brandon, Minnesota. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says the victim is a 78-year-old man. Crews responded around 11 this morning. Life savings measures were…

Body recovered following house fire in Grant County, MN

GRANT CO., Minn. (KVRR) -- One person has been found dead in a house fire in Grant County, Minnesota. The sheriff's office started getting reports of a large fire near Hoffman around 1 a.m. A deputy reported that the house…

Picking Up Chicks

GLYNDON, Minn. -- We're in the thick of baby animal season, and you're invited to get up close and personal with them at one of the region's working farms. The folks at That's the Dream…

Pet Connection: Meet Kenny G

FARGO -- If you're looking for a dog whose personality is "as smooth as a sax solo," in the words of Homeward Animal Shelter's Natalie Perhus, then the description of what Kenny G's like…

Physicians Warn of Skin Cancer Risks as Summer Months Approach

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (KVRR) - You've probably noticed that the warmer temperatures have largely returned with the region, along with the sunshine. Before you start soaking up those rays, though - physicians want you to take the proper precautions. Exposure to…