Author: KVRR Staff

Fargo Woman Sentenced For Stealing $80,000 From Employer

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — A Fargo woman has been given a five-year suspended sentence for felony theft after pleading guilty to stealing over $80,000 from her employer. Kelly Tweiten will be on probation for three years and was given credit for four days served. According to court documents, Tweiten transferred money into her personal banking account, and wrote fraudulent checks…

Man Fatally Shot By Officer Called To Confrontation at Crookston Shelter Sunday

CROOKSTON, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO/KROX) — A police officer in Crookston fatally shot a man during a confrontation at a homeless shelter. Officers were dispatched to Care and Share shelter around 11:45 last night on a report of a fight in progress. Police Chief Darin Selzer says one man was being combative toward officers and did not follow their verbal commands. Less…

Fargo woman pleads guilty, sentenced for stealing thousands of dollars from employer

FARGO (KFGO) – A Fargo woman has been given a five-year suspended sentence for felony theft after pleading guilty to stealing over $80,000 from her employer. Kelly Tweiten will be on probation for three years and was given credit for four days served. According to court documents, Tweiten transferred money into her personal banking account, and wrote fraudulent checks to…

Randy’s Diner Too owner says Fox segment went very well, showcased Fargo to country

WEST FARGO (KFGO) – Fox and Friends brought their ‘Breakfast with Friends’ segment to Randy’s Diner, Too in West Fargo Monday morning. When the owners made the announcement last week, it drew a mix of reactions with some people saying they were excited the restaurant was picked and others saying they wouldn’t eat there anymore. Some said it was a…

Major Disaster Declared For 22 Minnesota Counties Due To Flooding

ST. PAUL (KVRR/FOX9) — The Biden Administration has approved Minnesota’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration. It covers 22 counties impacted by flooding. It provides resources to reimburse communities for debris removal, emergency protective measures as well as repair and replacement of damaged infrastructure. On Friday, Gov. Tim Walz said officials are still working on responding to ongoing needs before…

UPDATE: Wahpeton man who died after motorcycle crash in south Fargo identified

UPDATE: The fatal victim is Reese Lewis.  The second motorcycle driver has been identified as Devin Privratsky. FARGO, N.D. (KFGO/KVRR) – One man is dead and another suffered non-life-threatening injuries in two separate crashes where one motorcycle crashed and another following bike tipped near Walmart in south Fargo Saturday night. Fargo police say officers were called to 55th Avenue South…

Sacha Boisvert selected 18th overall by Chicago at 2024 NHL Draft

LAS VEGAS (UND ATHLETICS)– Incoming North Dakota forward Sacha Boisvert was selected 18th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday evening at the 2024 NHL Draft from The Sphere in Las Vegas. “It means the world to be drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks,” said Boisvert. “Couldn’t imagine a better scenario and just really excited to get going.” Boisvert becomes the 22nd…

UND rounds out 2024-25 roster with addition of George Natsvlishvili

GRAND FORKS (UND Athletics/KVRR) – North Dakota head men’s basketball coach Paul Sather announced on Friday that forward George Natsvlishvili has signed with the Fighting Hawks and round out the roster for the 2024-25 season. “George is a highly skilled and versatile forward that can make threes and handle the ball with guard skills,” said Sather. “He has competed for the…

Proposed Dairy Facility Would Become a Top-10 Employer in Traill County

HILLSBORO, N.D.  (KFGO) – Business officials are excited about the economic opportunities that a new dairy facility may bring to Hillsboro and the surrounding area. Minnesota-based Riverview LLP recently announced plans to build a $180 million dollar, 25,000 cow dairy operation about six miles southeast of Hillsboro in Herberg Township of Traill County. If completed, it would be the largest…