Author: TJ Nelson

Woman Accused of Stealing Nearly $300,000 From Elderly Man in Marshall County, MN

MARSHALL CO., Minn. (KVRR) — A Thief River Falls, Minnesota woman is accused of stealing nearly $300,000 from an elderly man that she has power of attorney over. Marshall County Sheriff’s Office says Hollie Baker-Walseth is being charged with felony theft. The sheriff’s office was tipped off by the man’s family in January. They discovered Baker-Walseth had made nearly 1,000…

Democrat Melissa Lopez-Franzen Enters Minnesota U.S. Senate Race

ST. PAUL (KVRR/KFGO) — Former Minnesota Senate Minority Leader Melissa Lopez-Franzen is joining the race for U.S. Senate. The Democrat from Edina says she’s launching a campaign focused on fighting for working families and bringing common sense and decency to Washington. She served ten years in the state senate but left after new legislative maps were drawn in 2022. Democratic…

Federal Murder Charges Filed Against Man Accused Of Killing Family Members on Spirit Lake Reservation

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A man is charged with second-degree murder and attempted murder for a shooting last week on Spirit Lake Reservation south of Devils Lake. Johnnie Gaking, 27, of St. Michael is accused of shooting and killing his sister, 31-year-old Tiana Walking Eagle, and her 3-year-old daughter, Lokia, on March 4. He also shot his mother in…

KVRR Connections: More People Are Saying “Hello” To North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — More and more people are making North Dakota their getaway destination. Last year, the state saw a nearly 9% increase in airport arrivals and a 10% rise in border crossings. Hotel revenues climbed to $548 million, a nearly 6% increase. Tax receipts for accommodations and food services surpassed $2.2 billion. That is in spite of a…

Hozier Expands Latest Tour To Include Fargodome Stop This Summer

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Acclaimed singer-songwriter Hozier is extending his “Unreal Unearth Tour” and including a stop in Fargo. You can catch the singer of hits like “Take Me To Church” and “Too Sweet” at Fargodome on Sunday, July 27. Tickets go on sale starting next Thursday, March 13 at noon at LiveNation.com. Categories: Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News…

Minnesota Wants To Hire Fired Federal Workers

ST. PAUL (KVRR/CNN) — Minnesota is looking to hire some of the federal workers laid off by DOGE and the Trump Administration. The state is directing people to visit the Minnesota Careers Website to learn about available resources. That includes open jobs, in-person and online workshops, resume reviews, and networking opportunities and resources for veterans. There are also instructions to…

Mahnomen, MN Man Indicted for Illegal Possession of Firearms

MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR) — A Mahnomen, Minnesota man has been indicted for illegal possession of firearms. Acting Minnesota U.S. Attorney Lisa Kirkpatrick says 23-year-old Adam Webster was found in possession of a Remington rifle and 12 gauge shotgun in July 2023. Since Webster has a prior felony conviction in Mahnomen County for third degree assault, he is prohibited from possessing firearms…

All-American Rejects Want You To “Move Along” And See Them At Red River Valley Fair

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — All-American Rejects is coming to Red River Valley Fair this summer. Catch the band known for hits like “Gives You Hell”, “Dirty Little Secret”, and “Move Along” on Friday, July 11. Tickets are $35 and they go on sale this Friday at 9 a.m. at RedRiverValleyFair.com.   Categories: Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News Tags:…

Concert Series: The Beach Boys and Randy Travis Plan Stops In The Region

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Get ready to feel some good vibrations! The Beach Boys are coming to Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minnesota on Friday, May 16. Hear all of the legendary band’s hits including “Good Vibrations”, “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “Kokomo”. There are two ticket levels: Select for $60 and Star for $115. Tickets go on sale March…

Senators Want Answers About Possible Closure of U.S. Courthouse in Fergus Falls, Fargo Building Also Makes List

The Federal Building and Post Office in Fargo are also on theĀ U.S. General Services Administration list.

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) — Public safety concerns are being raised over the reported closure and sale of the Edward J. Devitt U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in Fergus Falls. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith say the closure could undermine public safety and access to justice in Western Minnesota. They have sent a letter to the General Services Administration…