FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — In a major ruling, the Supreme Court has ruled against President Trump’s imposition of tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Chief Justice John Roberts said those words cannot bear such weight. “I don’t think it’s a big surprise. We anticipated that there would be probably some of the tariff activity struck down by the…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A funding source for shelters across the state has expired, and YWCA of Cass Clay’s CEO has expressed her concerns. The grant, provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under the Continuum of Care program, had provided housing for those who were in need. In 2025, the state received $3.3 million, which provided…
FARGO (KVRR) — Many drivers across the region have been sliding off the roads and into the ditches. Both Minnesota and North Dakota officials have reported numerous crashes since the snow started falling. Minnesota State Patrol reports 79 vehicles went off the road, along with 5 jackknifed semis. North Dakota Highway Patrol reports 41 crashes in the state. Many of…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Over the last several years, the economy has been significantly impacted by the actions of people. According to Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President Neel Kashkari, this trend is expected to continue. “This part of America is structurally short of workers. I hear about affordable housing, I hear about affordable childcare, and I hear about we…
FARGO/MOORHEAD (KVRR) — Snow has returned to the region once again. With slippery roads and heavy snow, public works is working hard to clean up the mess. “Crews have been out keeping the roads cleared off and putting some product down to prevent ice. And the mild temperatures have been helping us out also,” said Paul Fiechtner, Public Works Director…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Food pushcarts have operated in Downtown Fargo for over a number of years. Providing lunchtime, late-night, and seasonal food options for both residents and visitors. And now, the city wants to know what people think about food pushcarts. “We’ve received various complaints, concerns, comments. Most of the time, it’s complaints that are calling the city of…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — The Minnesota Legislature begins its session, convening for the first time since last June. For many lawmakers walking into the Capitol was a bit different, as security has been amplified since the shooting that killed former speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman. Sen. John Hoffman who was shot and injured, shared his condolences…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — As part of her campaign for governor of Minnesota, Sen. Amy Klobuchar checked in with local businesses to advocate for spending locally. The visit comes as Gov. Tim Walz announced his plans to allocate $10 million to local businesses that have been affected by the recent I.C.E. raids. Businesses will be able to apply for loans…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Rising tariffs over the last year have affected how one brewery owner has run his business. And he says there needs to be more stability and predictability moving forward. “When we don’t have those things, it makes it a lot harder for us to make good, solid business decisions. We cannot absorb hits before taking risks…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — The University of North Dakota has launched a new program aimed at addressing the rural nursing shortage in the state. The program known as Gero-STARR was launched with the aid of a $3.6 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration. During the program, they will be involved in classroom learning, simulation training, and supervised…
