Author: TJ Nelson

Garth Brooks Sells Out US Bank Stadium In One Hour, Governor Asks For A Second Show

At least 50,000 fans were in line, on the phone, or online Friday when the last ticket was sold

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton has asked Garth Brooks for a second show at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. At least 50,000 fans were in line, on the phone, or online Friday when the last ticket was sold for Garth Brooks’ May 4th concert. It sold out in under 1 hour. Governor Dayton asked Garth to hold a second…

Police In Grand Forks Search For Armed Robbery Suspects

A man was sitting in his car when two males, one armed with a gun, approached him and demanded his wallet

GRAND FORKS, ND — Police in Grand Forks are searching for two people involved in an armed robbery. It happened around 6:45 Saturday night in the 3400 block of 24th Avenue South. A man was sitting in his car when two males, one armed with a gun, approached him and demanded his wallet. The victim complied and the two fled on…

KVRR Anchor Alison Voorhees And Her Husband Debut Baby Hayden

Alison went to the hospital after the 9 o'clock news Tuesday night and gave birth a few hours later

FARGO, ND – – We are getting our first video of KVRR co-anchor Alison Voorhees and her new baby. We first told you Wednesday night how Alison went to the hospital after the 9 o’clock news Tuesday night and gave birth a few hours later. Baby Hayden is the first child for Alison and her husband Matt. Lots of family members…

Governor Wants To Exempt Military Pay From State Income Taxes

Burgum argues in part that retaining veterans could help the state fill thousands of open jobs

BISMARCK, ND — Gov. Doug Burgum wants to exempt military pay and pensions from North Dakota income taxes. He argues in part that retaining veterans could help the state fill thousands of open jobs. Lawmakers have ignored similar pleas in the past, but supporters say the economic benefits of keeping veterans in the state would more than make up for lost…

“Wear the Badge”: Minnesota Needs A Few Good Officers

The recruitment campaign emphasizes the community service parts of police work

ST. PAUL, MN — The Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association has launched a six-month public relations campaign dubbed “Wear the Badge” to try to increase the number of recruits into the profession. The recruitment campaign emphasizes the community service parts of police work through videos and online advertisements. The effort comes as top law enforcement officials say there is a “crisis”…

California Man Arrested After SUV Burns Near Christine, North Dakota

Jorge Aguiluz of North Hollywood, California was arrested for using a fake driver's license

CHRISTINE, ND — Bad luck for the driver of an SUV whose truck burned and he ended up in the Cass County Jail. 35-year-old Jorge Aguiluz of North Hollywood, California was arrested for using a fake driver’s license. The Christine Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire along I-29 around 4:30 this morning. Fire Chief Randy Monson says it appears the…

Massive Farm Bill Is Passed By Congress, President Trump Is Expected To Sign It

The bill includes safety nets for producers and funding for the SNAP program

WASHINGTON — The massive nearly $900 billion farm bill is headed to President Trump. Senator John Hoeven of North Dakota chaired the Senate vote and said, “The vote on the conference committee report is 87 yea 13 nay. The conference report is agreed to.” The Senate passed the bill yesterday and this afternoon it passed the House. Senator Hoeven is chairman of…

Police: No Threat To Safety At Horizon Middle School

 A photo on social media has created security concerns

MOORHEAD, MN — A photo on social media has created security concerns at Horizon Middle School in Moorhead. School officials say it was first brought to their attention last week and investigated. Police determined that there was no threat to school safety. In the last 24 hours, the photo has circulated again on social media. District officials say quote “we take…

Driver And Passenger Hurt After Crashing During High Speed Chase

19-year-old Ethan Yarbro of Euclid, Minnesota was taken to the hospital in Crookston

POLK COUNTY, MN — A young driver and his passenger are both hurt after trying to outrun authorities early this morning in Polk County. 19-year-old Ethan Yarbro of Euclid, Minnesota was taken to the hospital in Crookston after crashing his vehicle. His 17-year-old female passenger was also taken to the hospital. Authorities say they both admitted to drinking alcohol. Charges are…

Becker County Man Hurt After Propane Furnace Explodes

A GoFundMe account has been started for Ken Otte who has burns to his hands, arms and face

BECKER COUNTY, MN — A rural Becker County man is recovering at a Minneapolis hospital after being burned in a fire that destroyed his house over the weekend. A GoFundMe account has been started for Ken Otte who has burns to his hands, arms and face. It says he went to start his propane furnace and it exploded. Authorities say Otte…