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Persons of interest sought in connection with Sunday shooting

January 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – Fargo police say several persons of interest are being sought in connection with a shooting Sunday at the former Community Homes complex, now called “The Arbors.” Lt. Chris Helmick says police were notified by a hospital that a female with gunshot wounds had been dropped off. Security video helped detectives identify a man who was with the…

North Dakota Dept. of Human Services will temporarily take control of refugee resettlements

January 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – Gov. Doug Burgum says the North Dakota Dept. of Human Services will temporarily administer the federally funded refugee resettlement program in North Dakota to preserve in-state control after Lutheran Social Services of North Dakota unexpectedly announced its closure. “North Dakota has had decades of proven success at integrating refugees who are fully vetted by the U.S….

South Dakota bill bans abortions based on Down syndrome

January 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

Gov. Kristi NoemPIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has introduced a bill that would ban abortions based on a Down syndrome diagnosis. The bill was introduced as part of the legislative session and noted that Friday was the 48th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Roe versus Wade, which declared that women have a constitutional right…

No new COVID-19 deaths in North Dakota, 50 hospitalized

January 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Dept. of Health says there were no new COVID-19 related deaths reported Monday. There are currently 1,082 active cases in the state. Fifty people are hospitalized. Cass County had the highest number of new cases with 14. BY THE NUMBERS 2,144 – Total Tests from yesterday* 1,491,615 – Total tests completed since the pandemic began 58 –…

Bill would establish flat income tax in North Dakota

January 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – A West Fargo lawmaker has introduced a bill that would establish a single state income tax rate in North Dakota. State Rep. Kim Koppelman’s bill calls for a 2% percent “flat tax” based on calculations from federal tax returns. Koppelman says the bill would relieve the tax burden on low-income residents and says the bill gets…

Partnership helps make mental and behavioral services mores accessible to local families

"We, I think have the commonality in really believing that recognition in need for services and that access for services at an early age is so important..."

January 24, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Two local organizations are partnering up to provide local families with resources on collaborative mental and behavioral health services. With Autism diagnosis, behavior and mental health concerns, North Dakota Autism Center and Dakota Family Services are joining in a collaborative effort to help families seeking assistance. “Right now, we’re partnering to really come together to provide…

Fundraiser Brings Awareness of Homeless Youth

"We like to be a part of the community as much as possible, right now during this time of uncertainty anyone could become homeless at any time..."

January 24, 2021

Aaron Walling,

WEST FARGO, N.D.– A West Fargo business is helping feed more people in the community by collecting non perishable food items. The Zone Nutrition is partnering with the Golden Drive Homeless kids drive to bring awareness of the homeless youth within the community. The health food restaurant is also giving people the opportunity to purchase a delicious beverage in…

Early Morning Fire Destroys House in Moorhead

There was one person home at the time of the fire, fortunately they were able to make it out safely.

January 24, 2021

Aaron Walling,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A fire early this morning has destroyed a home in Moorhead. Fire crews were dispatched to the home on 1314 11 street South around 4 am. Once firefighters arrived on scene they had little time to put out the flames as they noticed it was coming from the basement of the structure. Fire crews were able to…

MyPillow CEO Considering Run For Governor of Minnesota

January 24, 2021

TJ Nelson,

MINNEAPOLIS: — The MyPillow guy is weighing a run for governor of Minnesota. If Mike Lindell follows through with a campaign, it could be an early test of where the Republican Party is headed in the post-Donald Trump era. Lindell would bring a high profile to a race thanks to name recognition built on his ever-present TV ads. But he…

Fargo police investigate serious shooting

January 24, 2021

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND (KVRR) — Fargo Police are on the scene of a shooting this Sunday morning. In a release FPD say the shooting occurred at the Arbors, 703 23 Street South around 10:30 a.m. One adult female victim has serious injuries. We have a crew on the scene and will have updates both on KVRR.COM and tonight on KVRR Local…