FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – An investigation is underway after decals that reference a “hate group” were found at North Dakota State University. According to an email sent to employees, NDSU received a report at 8:30 a.m. Monday regarding two small decals placed on doors of Minard Hall in violation of university policy. “There will be no comment since the investigation…
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum has appointed his fourth state health officer since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Nizar Wehbi is the deputy director of the Center for Health Policy and assistant professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is scheduled to take over as leader of the North Dakota Department of Health on May…
FARGO (KVRR) – In preparation for a transition to Phase 1C priority groups to COVID-19 vaccine clinics, Fargo Cass Public Health is encouraging residents in Phase 1C to complete the COVID-19 Vaccine Phase 1C Contact Form. Phase 1C includes an estimated 165,000 people and includes the following, in order of priority: · National Guard, not previously covered · Workers enabling access…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – A Bismarck lawmaker has introduced a state Constitutional amendment that would eliminate local property taxes. Republican Rep. Rick Becker told the House Judiciary Committee the state would take over funding for schools, parks, police, firefighters and other local government expenses. He also said this would not affect local control. There would be exceptions for special projects,…
FARGO – Older residents and health care workers have kick-started the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in North Dakota. But many health officials worry that turning out younger and healthier adults will be a more difficult chore. The state has started soft selling via social media and word of mouth emphasizing the safety of the vaccine and the importance of a strong…
MINNEAPOLIS – The judge overseeing the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer accused in the death of George Floyd has paused jury selection while an appeal proceeds over the possible reinstatement of a third-degree murder charge. Judge Peter Cahill said Monday that he does not have jurisdiction to rule on whether the third-degree murder charge should be reinstated against…
BISMARCK (KVRR) – Gov. Doug Burgum’s office has issued a statement regarding the ouster of Republican Rep. Luke Simons. “Harassment of any kind is unacceptable in the workplace” Burgum said, in response to a question about the expulsion from KVRR News. Simons was expelled after being accused of threatening and sexually harassing women. Lawmakers say Simons engaged in a “pattern…
FARGO (KVRR) – The Minnesota Court of Appeals Friday ordered a third-degree murder charge against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to be reconsidered. The order sets up a potential delay in the trial, which is scheduled to begin with jury selection Monday. The selection process could take up to three weeks. Vogel Law Firm criminal defense attorney Mark Friese…
FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – Changes could be in the works for the operation of the Fargo Liquor Control Board. City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn says he has been working with the city attorney’s office on revisions to an ordinance that would change the make-up of the board. It is now made up of two city commissioners, the police chief, the city auditor…
MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Court of Appeals has ordered a judge to reconsider adding a third-degree murder charge against a former Minneapolis police officer accused in George Floyd’s death. A three-judge panel said Friday that the trial judge erred when he rejected a motion to reinstate the third-degree murder charge against Derek Chauvin. The panel says the judge should have…
