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North Dakota Tribes Asking for Help Fighting Addiction Crisis

Officials say the tribes are working hard but they are not on track with the state's efforts to fight drug addiction

July 4, 2017

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NORTH DAKOTA — North Dakota tribes are asking the state for more help to fight addiction on the reservations. Officials with multiple treatment centers on the reservations say the tribes have lost touch with the state on drug issues over the years. They are hoping to revive interest in fighting addiction after the first lady says she it is…

Carrington, Fosston Begin Spraying for Mosquitos

Both are weather permitting

July 3, 2017

TJ Nelson,

REGIONAL — A number of communities are continuing to fight the bite and ward off West Nile. The city of Carrington will be spraying for mosquitos tonight at 8 p.m. The City of Fosston will be doing an aerial spray for mosquitos tonight at approximately 9:00p.m. Both are weather permitting. Categories: Agriculture, Community, Health, Local News, News Landing Page…

Friend of Missing MSUM Swim Instructor Speaks Out

24–year–old MSUM swimming instructor, Fanuel Shewarega Asrat went missing after a swim in the Red River early Thursday morning

June 30, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — The search continues for a missing MSUM student. What was meant to be a fun night by the river has now turned into a search for a missing man. MSUM swimming instructor, Fanuel Shewarega Asrat, 24, went missing after a swim in the Red River early Thursday morning. “They were on the way to the Red River just…

Fatal Shooting at New York Hospital Leaves Two Dead, Several Others Hurt

The body of a woman was found next to the shooter's but her identity has not been released yet.

June 30, 2017

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NEW YORK CITY — The New York City Police Department confirms it was a former employee of Bronx-Lebanon hospital who opened fire on his former coworkers killing one before turning the gun on himself. The shooter is identified as Henry Bello, a former doctor at the hospital. Police say they found him with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, wearing a white…

Senator Franken Says GOP Health Care Bill is a Really a Tax Cut

It comes after delaying a vote on the initial draft

June 29, 2017

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Republican senators are taking time to draft a new version of its health care bill that all members of their party can agree on. It comes after delaying a vote on the initial draft. Senate Democrats, including Minnesota Senator Franken, want the bill’s negotiations to be done in open committees. Franken sees the bill as something more…

Metro, Grand Cities Mosquito Spraying

West Nile virus has already been found this season in the Grand Forks region

June 29, 2017

TJ Nelson,

REGIONAL — Citywide mosquito spraying is planned for tonight in the F-M metro and the grand cities. Cass County Vector Control is planning an aerial application starting at 8 p.m. Crews will be out spraying in Grand Forks and East Grand Forks between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m. if the weather cooperates. West Nile virus has already been found…

AARP Brings Signed Petitions to Senator Hoeven’s Office

The group feels the bill would hit millions of Americans with higher costs and result in less coverage, and would strip health coverage

June 28, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Some people in North Dakota are opposed to passing the Senate’s health care bill. Organizations in the F-M area are giving a voice to their concerns. The AARP is taking a stance and delivered signed petitions by North Dakotans in opposition to the bill. The group said the bill would hit millions of Americans with higher costs and…

ABC Settles “Pink Slime” Lawsuit with South Dakota Meat Producer

That's the name it gave to the company's lean, finely textured beef product

June 28, 2017

TJ Nelson,

NATIONAL — ABC said it has reached a settlement with a South Dakota meat producer that filed a more than $1 billion lawsuit against the network over its reports on “pink slime.” That’s the name it gave to the company’s lean, finely textured beef product. Dakota Dunes-based Beef Products Inc. sued the television network in 2012, saying ABC’s coverage was…

People Line Up Outside Sen. Hoeven’s Office Protesting Senate Health Care Bill

Indivisible FM held a pop–up protest to encourage him to vote against the Senate health care bill

June 28, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Concerned citizens gathered in front of Sen. Hoeven’s Fargo office to make their voices heard about the Republican health care bill. Voting on the bill has been delayed by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. The Senate health care bill is causing concern for people in North Dakota and they are reaching out to their senators for answers….

Kratom: The Solution to Opioid Addiction? Why Does the FDA Want it Banned?

Although it's legal in the United States, the FDA is concerned of its potential for abuse

June 27, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — A substance the FDA tried banning last year is being used the F-M area. But one woman says it can be the key to recovering from deadly opioid addictions. A Fargo woman claims Kratom can help opioid addicts. Although it’s legal in the United States, the FDA is concerned of its potential for abuse. Opioid addiction is…