WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former Florida congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation. The Republican’s announcement came one day after meeting with senators in an effort to win their support for his confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Here’s the latest: “President Trump remains committed to choosing…
MINNEAPOLIS — The most famous Christmas villain is not be entirely over his thieving ways. But this year, instead of stealing Christmas, it’s possible he might just steal your heart, instead. That’s as a Fargo native is mid-run as the star of the new production of “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by one of the top children’s theaters…
FARGO — we’re hurtling headlong toward holiday shopping season, but we have a way to help you slow things down a bit. The metro’s traditional, open-air, European style Christmas market, “Christkindlmarkt,” is back in downtown Fargo this weekend. It’s back complete with lighted trees, an expanded S’mores selection by the fire, photo sessions with Santa, and live choral performances. The…
FARGO (KVRR) – Open enrollment is getting underway for folks looking to update their Medicare plans, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota is offering some insider tips. Experts say there are three top questions you need to ask yourself when you’re shopping for a plan. First, what are you dealing with in terms of your health conditions and…
POLK CO., Minn. — She’s only got three legs, but she has more than enough cuddles, cutes and charm to make up for it. Azule came in to the Smiley’s rescue in Polk County positive for feline leukemia. It’s a contagious disease to cats but no other species, so Smiley’s has a dedicated space for leukemia cats where they can…
FARGO — small businesses across the metro want your help getting the holiday shopping season started. Sixty-plus small business vendors are inviting you to this weekend’s 5th Annual Small Business Expo. They’ll have samples, shopping, Santa photos, and more to get your attention about buying local. The holiday season is a critical moneymaking time for small businesses. And consumers can…
MOORHEAD — They can make our lives a lot more fun. But for some people, they’re a matter of survival. And there are a lot of myths about emotional support animals, so city leaders and accessibility advocates are trying to help. The city’s Leann Wallin and accessibility specialist Jennifer Erickson put together a “Lunch and Learn” event for landlords, renters,…
FARGO — One person is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being shot in a south side neighborhood Sunday night. Fargo Police Sergeant Chris Mathson says officers responded to the 800 block of 10th Street S. shortly before 6:30 p.m. on a disturbance report. They found one person there wounded by gunshot. That person was taken to the hospital. Police detained…
FARGO — It’s dark early. It’s getting colder. And some of the time, the sky is dreary and gray. But don’t be sad… or rather, don’t get SAD. If you notice signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder, there are things you can do to help. Doctors say the start of Daylight Saving time coincides with the rise of SAD, which is…
FARGO — Would you pay $85.00 for a plate of lutefisk? Or would someone have to pay you? Gourmet lutefisk is coming to downtown Fargo, and it’s even got its own documentary crew. Organizers at the Sons of Norway say the $85.00-a-plate, 150-seat event is sold out as of Friday afternoon. The dinner is the work of an award-winning Norwegian…
