Author: KVRR Staff

Bill Cosby’s sex assault conviction overturned

Bill CosbyPHILADELPHIA (AP) –  Pennsylvania’s highest court overturned Bill Cosby’s sex assault conviction Wednesday after finding an agreement with a previous prosecutor prevented him from being charged in the case. Cosby has served more than two years of a three- to 10-year sentence at a state prison near Philadelphia. He had vowed to serve all 10 years rather than acknowledge…

United Way asking for donations for school supply drive

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – United Way of Cass-Clay will be handing out backpacks and school supplies to families in need of children attending K-12 schools in Cass or Clay counties. The event in its 23rd year and will be in a drive-thru format at Scheels Arena in August. People are encouraged to donate pencils, notebooks, binders and other supplies. You can…

Fargo City Commission passes hate crime ordinances

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Fargo City Commission approves three hate crime ordinances that will protect all people no matter their nationality, religion, or lifestyle. “The most important message here is that everyone should feel safe and secure in this community and if you’re getting targeted because of your lifestyle or religion your skin color or whatever the most important…

Warroad Native, Olympic Gold Medalist Marvin Advocate to Grow Women’s Hockey in America

KVRR's Clare Allen has the story

FARGO, N.D. — Three time Olympian and gold medalist Gigi Marvin is a part of the movement for women’s hockey and is hoping to bring more changes to the sport. “We have so many role models for guys but its so different when you see someone who looks like you going out there and I have teammates who gave birth…

Jasper Hotel Opens In Block 9 Tower in Downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. — Downtown Fargo’s newest gem opens its doors to the public for the very first time. Welcome to Jasper hotel downtown Fargo’s newest addition! “Jasper Hotel and Rosewild was created as a celebration of the region,” said Mary Orlando, General Manager Jasper Hotel. Fargo’s newest upscale hotel had its grand opening for guests to book their stay or…

Biden: ‘We have a deal’ on infrastructure plan

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that “we have a deal,” signaling a bipartisan agreement on a $953 billion infrastructure plan that would achieve his top legislative priority and validate his efforts to reach across the political aisle. Biden made a surprise appearance in front of the cameras with members of the group of senators, Republicans and…

Expert predicts Derek Chauvin won’t get maximum sentence Friday

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Friday, former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin will be sentenced. The hearing will include the reading of victim impact statements from not only family, but everyday Minnesotans. The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office has asked the public to submit community impact statements ahead of the sentencing of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. Expert predicts Derek Chauvin…

Celebration of music at MSUM’s International Make Music Day event

Music lovers enjoyed fun in the sun with a series of international music and melodies.

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – International Make Music Day is a free celebration of music around the world and Minnesota State University Moorhead’s School of Performing Arts hosted an international series of performances. “The purpose of make music day at MSUM is basically just a chance for us to connect with the community to allow the community to try something new…